Programming
Tsubasacon Panels
Accessorize! or Why the Hardware Store is Your Friend
Panelist: Janice Wagoner
Learn about ways to make accessories for your cosplay out of "found materials" and crafting techniques. Join LadyJules and learn about the tools needed to form accessories, materials that are commonly used, and some techniques for making foam swords and other accessories.
Aren't You Sick of Pocky Yet?!?!?!
Panelists: Steve "Genma" Thomas and Margaret Lavigne
Break out the Alka-seltzer and the Pepto-Bismol, it's time again for Genma and Margaret to dish out the pocky!!! Fun, talk and Genma will bring the infamous 'ever-growing pocky box panel collection book!' With a little luck (and enough sweet-tooths to satsify), everyone will enjoy this year's selections! Hope your dentist's bill is paid up...
Aren't You Thrifty? Adapting thrift-store finds into costumes
Panelist: Janice Wagoner
Want to make a killer costume, but can't afford to purchase it or don't know how to sew it from scratch? Join LadyJules as she teaches you how to break down the elements of different cosplays, how to search for pieces at thrift stores and sales, and how to adapt them into your costume.
Bleach Q&A
Panelist: Elizabeth Poling
Rated: Teen (13+)
Stop by and ask your favorite character a question that you always wanted to ask. Watch some funny clips, including funny fanmade and win prizes. Your host Gin Ichimaru.
Cards Against Humanity
Panelist: Kat Von Yuki
Rated: Mature (18+)
Abandon hope and political correctness, because Cards Against Humanity is reserved for the most terrible. If you have a filthy mind, like to make offensive jokes, want to laugh, or simply want to see how far the spectrum of awful can go, this panel is for you.
Castlevania
Panelists: Cori Durbin, Adam Russel, and Tim Wills
Rated: Teen (13+)
Come join us as we take you through the history of Konami's long-running Castlevania series. We'll start with its roots on the NES, covering the old-school "Classicvanias," the very popular "Metroidvanias," and the much maligned "3-Dvanias." We'll also look ahead to the new Castlevania games on the horizon. Whips and crosses not necessary.
Chado: The Art of Tea
Panelists: The Bethany College Japanese Culture Club
The traditional Japanese tea ceremony is a once-in-a-lifetime event that has taken place for many centuries. Its elegant presentation as well as the formulated mannerisms and carefully crafted utensils all merge together to create an artful presentation that can never be mimicked. Come experience the ceremony for yourself and be transported through history to the days of feudal Japan.
Cold Bloody Kiss
Panelists: Listia and Katsumi
Welcome to the Returning Cold Bloody Kiss Panel. Listia and Katsumi will teach about vampires. There will be awesome Question and Answer game. Afterwards, you can tell all your family and friends about vampires. Come in, if you dare. Whahahaha! :D
Con Cooking!
Panelists: Adam Russell, Codi Durbin, Cori Durbin, Nick Anglin, and Susan Echard
A microwave, mini-fridge, and a coffee pot - we got this! You too, can cook meals in your hotel room! Don't starve, don't eat junk food, you don't even have to walk 1 mile to the nearest destination! Join us for learning to make meals for conventions!
Con Survival
Panelists: Nick Anglin, Susie Echard, and Codi Durbin
A panel to help all you new ones learn about conventions and really how to survive them. This panel provides tips and tricks to have an amazing weekend, and for future cons as well. Those that have attended cons before are welcome as well, perhaps we have new ideas for you, and you can hear some fantastic con stories from us old folks.
Cosplay 101
Panelist: Artemis Moon
Cosplay 101 - A Beginner's Guide to cosplaying. This is a panel to help those just starting out and would like to know the basic tips and tricks of the trade. This panel goes over how to find wigs, fabric and make up and discusses sewing styling and make up application as well as talking about made vs. found items.
Cosplay Masquerade Skits
Panelist: Caitlin Stout
Ever considered entering a skit into the Cosplay Masquerade, but you weren't sure how to go about it? At this panel, head of our cosplay department, Caitlin, will go over the basics of the cosplay masquerade. From what makes a good skit, to ways of brainstorming your ideas, we will try to get you more confident to get up on stage and share your creativity!
Costuming without Sewing
Panelist: Janice Wagoner
Want to make a costume but have no sewing skills? Come join LadyJules and learn about how to make costumes without using a needle and thread! Children under 15 should be accompanied by an adult due to safety concerns (hot tools, such as an iron or hot glue gun will be used)
Detective Conan WTF?!
Panelist: Spiritgal304
Rated: Teen (13+)
Join Spirit as she goes over some of the most "fudged" up moments in Detective Conan. Skating boarding off a roller coaster? Falling off a motor bike and landing on a skate board? Skateboarding onto a plane during take off? No problem for Conan Edogawa! (Anyone else see a theme with that skateboard of his?)
Dojinshi Groups
Panelists: Alpha Anime
Do you have a great manga/comic story but lack the skill to draw it? Or maybe you can draw great characters but cannot come up with a story for them? Well maybe a dojinshi group is the answer for you. Come learn how to easy it really is to get started.
Fairy Tail
Panelists: Nikki and Kevin Western
Rated: Teen (13+)
Welcome to the land of Fiore! Join us in this land full of adventure, action, and mystery along side of the wizards of Fairy Tail. You'll learn a lot about the land of Fiore and its many wizard guilds! Stay until the end and test your Fairy Tail knowledge! For these wizards magic spells, spells destruction!
Fandoms and You
Panelist: Brian Murphy
In geek culture, the larger a fanbase gets, the more problems that seem to arise. We'll take a look at what makes some fandoms so obnoxious and tell you what you might not want to hear. Are you one of these "bad fans"?
Fansub and Scanlation Ethics: Five Years After the Geneocalypse
Panelist: Carlos Myers
Rated: Teen (13+)
It has been five years since Geneon USA suddenly closed its doors to the surprise of many anime fans and sparked a new debate about the effects of fansubs and scanlations on the domestic and Japanese anime and manga industries. A lot has happened since then, but has the needs for anime and manga fans to maintain an ethical standard in their relationships with fansubs, scanlations, and the industry also changed? We will discussion the role of fansubs and scanlations to the anime and manga communities and explore a number of rationales for fansubs and scanlations and how they may affect fans and the industry.
Figurine 101
Panelist: Constantvarient
Rated: Teen (13+)
Ever wanted to get a figure but didn't know where to get them? Maybe you have already started and just want tips and advice on this great hobby. Maybe you already have a large collection and would like to see someone else's awesome figures. Either way, come join us in discussing the wonderful world of figurines and find out everything would could ever want to know about figurines!
"Fried Rice" Feels and How to Cope
Panelists: Chelsea Marshall and Ashley Pack
Every fan has dealt with the sadness and grief that stems from that sunken ship, that horrible character death, or that cliffhanger season finale. We understand your pain and are here to help. Join your fellow fans and share your bad fandom moments in our Fried Rice Support Meeting where we'll all talk about these (silly) feelings together!
From Concept to Cosplay Canceled
Panelist: Brittany Stratton
You have a ton of people willing to sell you costumes and people willing to make a costume for you. But have you ever wanting to learn how to make a costume for yourself? Professional seamstress Brittany Stratton will show you the process of constructing a cosplay costume; from selecting the perfect character, choosing the right pattern, picking fabrics, and etc.
Gainax Panel
Panelists: Nick Anglin, Susie Echard, and Anthony Robertson
Gainax is one of the most influential studios in anime. It has created some of the most well known series in Japan like Evangelion, Gunbuster and FLCL. They brought about a huge influx of people into anime culture as well. If you wish to discover the information about the people and about some of the most well known series in anime, this is a panel you won’t want to miss.
Getting a High School Anime Club Started
Panelist: Tim Wootton
Interested in starting an anime club at your high school? Learn how to create, develop, start, and manage a successful high school anime club. We will also cover tips and techniques to create awareness and market to students and get them engaged in the process.
Gotta Catch Them All: Pokémon Meetup
Panelist: Crafty Sorceress
With Pokémon Black/White 2 coming out October 7th, come to this casual gaming session to celebrate. Bring your Pokémon video games, card games, game mats, cosplays, and meet other Pokémon trainers. Every time you trade and play with other trainers, or even show up in a Pokémon-themed costume, your name will be put in a raffle for Pokémon-themed handcrafted prizes! The more you play/trade, the more chances you have to win!
HENTAI: The Other Anime
Panelists: Alpha Anime
Rated: Mature (18+)
You ask us to do it so here you go. Hentai the other anime is a panel that shows all those things that everyone really looks for in anime, panties, *************. Sorry I cannot say the rest in description but you all know what it is. You will learn all the wonderful forms of hentai from our specialties of yuri and yaoi, to other forms that will make the most otaku get nose bleeds. We as leaders of "The Pervert Army eastcoast division Alpha Anime headquarters" are pleased to bring you this panel of pure hentai love to all the otaku out there that and Perv Proud!!!!!
How to Make Onigiri
Panelist: Elizabeth Poling
Want to know how to make onigiri? Please stop on in and watch as I make different filled onigiri for you all to try out. If you have any allergies please see me before the panel starts so I can make you something different.
You see them in anime and manga all the time. But have you ever wanted to know how to make or even try those stuffed rice balls called onigiri? Then stop in as your hostess, Elizabeth Poling, treats you to an afternoon snack as she demonstrates how to make different filled onigiri for you to sample. Caution: Those with food allergies are advised to alert the hostess and take appropriate precautions.
It's Time To Duel!
Panelist: Kat Von Yuki
It's time to duel, Yu-Gi-Oh fans! Join us as we discuss the world of Yu-Gi-Oh and the changes one of our favorite card games has gone through over the years. We will discuss the card game, the anime, and the manga, duel, and of course give away prizes!
Japanese Teas! With the Tea Dogs
Panelists: Adam Russell, Codi Durbin, and Cori Durbin
Interested in knowing what they're always drinking in anime? It's tea! This panel explores the various types of Japanese tea, with their historical and cultural significance, mixed in with the adorable tea mascots the Tea Dogs!
Leiji Matsumoto 5555
Panelists: Tim Wills, Jeffery Spillner, and Codi Durbin
Come join our panel dedicated to the master of the space epic, Leiji Matsumoto. We will talk Galaxy Express, Captain Harlock, Yamato, and many more!
Mecha!!
Panelists: Codi Durbin, Tim Wills, and Nick Anglin
If you think an emo teen-aged boy piloting a giant robot is cool as much as we do, this is your panel! We'll talk everything from the humble beginnings of Tetsujin 28 (Gigantor), to the state of mecha today, and every good (and bad) series that has helped paved the way.
Never Turning Back
Panelists: Listia and Katsumi
Rated: Teen (13+)
This panel will cover anything and everything about zombies, from their depictions in films, television and anime to how to survive a zombie apocalypse. Will be playing games and prizes.
Objection! Your Turn to Debate about Cosplay
Panelists: Crafty Sorceress and Fallen Gunbai
With Facebook purging profiles with the word "cosplay" in the name, the negative stigma around cosplay, and other controversial issues popping up, cosplayers have a lot to think about besides who to cosplay. Now you can become the defense, prosecution, judge and jury on all these issues! Join us in a friendly and thoughtful interactive debate where you can listen in on the discussion, join in on the live debate and help us make some conclusions on these hot topics in the anime community.
Ranma 1/2 "In Too Deep" Canceled
Panelist: Sarah Howard
Rated: Mature (18+)
An in-depth review of the Ranma 1/2 story in its entirety, from all 38 volumes of the manga, the seven seasons of the anime television series, films, OVAs, and TV specials describing the differences between the stories as the manga was first released to the time when the manga was playing catch-up to the anime. She will also touch on the Ranma 1/2 Roleplaying Game and the Super Nintendo video games. Hilarity and mild sexual content will ensue!
Return of the Japanese Game Shows!!!
Panelists: Steve "Genma" Thomas and Margaret Lavigne
Rated: Teen (13+)
You loved it last year, and this year's selection should be just as zany!!! Game shows from Japan, Asia and around the world with crazy ideas and some wild results should supply some fun and laughter for everyone interested in this format of entertainment. Cooling off with human Slip-N-Slide bowling for the summer sounds fun...in jello!!! Some scenes could be explicit, so Teens up (13+) only!!!
Sewing 101
Panelist: Janice Wagoner
Want to sew a costume but haven't any idea where to start? Join LadyJules for this hands-on workshop and learn what tools are commonly needed, beginning hand-sewing stitches and helpful techniques. Practice what you learn and take it home with you after!
Notice: There will be a $6 fee to those participating in the workshop. This fee is to cover the cost of materials and a sewing kit that the participants will get to keep. Limited availability.
The Eternal Dark Kiss
Panelists: Listia and Katsumi
Rated: Mature (18+)
Welcome to The Eternal Dark Kiss. This is a mature version of Cold Bloody Kiss. The Vampire Mistresses Listia and Katsumi will go in the shocking and sexual details of vampires. There will be game and prizes. Afterwards, you will learn all about vampires. Come in, if you dare. Whahahaha! :D
There is only one truth! A Detective Conan Panel
Panelist: Spiritgal304
Come sit with Spirit for a spell as she goes over the wonderful world of mystery in the popular series Meitantei Conan (Detective Conan), better known in the US as Case Closed. Join Spirit as she untangles the mass of this show as she talks about some of the best loved characters, most interesting murder tricks and rages about the name changes done in the dub. As Conan always says "There is only one truth!"
Tips & Techniques for Cosplayers
Panelists: Katsumi and Josh
Rated: Teen (13+)
Cosplayers have so much to work on and accomplish for the conventions they are attending. While most of the cosplay is focused on wardrobe, there is still the aspect of makeup. In this makeup panel, we will discuss simple and advanced beauty makeup and special effects tips & techniques. We will be referencing three books (The Monstrous Makeup Manual by Mike Spatola; The Bobbi Brown Makeup Manual by Bobbi Brown; and the How to Cosplay: Transformation and Special Effects by Graphic-sha Publishing Co.) and several photos and videos in this panel on how to apply, remove, and make actual makeup. We hope you gain some knowledge to apply to your cosplay! We are also going to talk about horror and gore animes as well.
Tristate Otaku Unite
Want to meet and get to know of your fellow Otaku from all over? Become part of a group (Organized by a group on Facebook) that is dedicated on uniting all Otaku in this general region of the US. We talk to each other on the facebook group about anime, cosplay, fandoms, and video games. We also plan get-togethers, picnics and conventions.
Tsubasacon: You Are (not) WINRAR
Panelists: TsubasaCANT
Rated: Mature (18+)
For three men, the Civil War wasn't Hell, it was practice. The fourth tripped on his way to the battle and banged up his shin real bad. You know, that sharp pain where you just hold it and inhale sharply, only to cry out "ahhhhhhhh." Thank God this is only a panel. There will be intrigue, there will be drama, there will be sleep deprived staff members functioning in name only. There will be a man in a kilt. No one survived Episode One. I think we can top that.
Underrated Series
Panelist: Nick Anglin and Susie Echard
In this panel we will be discussing and showing series that many fans of new and old may wish to see. We wish to bring about series that are not well known and would be fantastic for many different people to see. Although it may contain a few mainstreams, this will be mostly series many people haven’t seen.
Vanguard 101
Panelists: Tiffany Honaker and Jennie McGuire
Stand up, Vanguard players! Whether you are looking to learn more about the newest card game in the US, looking for a new card game in general, or you are already immersed in the world of Cardfight!! Vanguard, this panel is for you.
Yaoi 801
Panelists: Elizabeth Poling and Alica Wyane
Rated: Mature (18+)
Yaoi 801 is back for another round of hot boy on boy action. This time we are going to mix it up by bringing you voice action; two people will be chosen to act out the voices of a yaoi video. Also more prize giveaways and a special treat will be given to everyone. Bring your friends and bring your appetite for this forbidden fruit that we all love so much. We'll be waiting.
Yuri 101 v2.0
Panelists: Alpha Anime
Rated: Teen (13+)
Yuri fans one and all! If you been to the panel in the past or just been wondering about girl on girl love, came join us for a new improved Yuri 101, Yuri 101 v2.0. With more games, more prizes, and more clips of the anime we all love. In this panel you will learn the basic of yuri in anime and manga from writers of an original yuri doujinshi, plus play some great games for fun prizes.
Panelists: Alpha Anime
Rated: Mature (18+)
You ask for it and we heard you. We have added more video clips, more games with more prizes, and more of yuri we love. In this panel you will learn what makes yuri different from other forms of hentai and what yuri is. Come learn the side of yuri you really want to see form original yuri doujinshi writers and play some games for great prizes. Yuri couples, yuri yourself, and maybe just 1/2 yuri this is the panel for you.
