My want list is ready, my bags are ready to be packed, my passes are in order, and I am ready to head to Gem City Comic Con! As of this writing, Gem City Comic Con is only days away (March 23-24, 2013), and I could not be more excited about the show. It will be a great start to my con season.
Gem City Comic Con
What Makes Gem City Comic Con Different?
As a comics-forward comic book convention, the guest list is made up of comic book creators and not the former pro-wrestlers, ex-Playboy models, and washed-up actors you might find at other shows which consider themselves as comic book conventions. Instead of the focus being on the media, the focus is placed on the fans who live, eat, and sleep comic books.
The Gem City Comic Con Guests
The Gem City Comic Con 2013 guest list includes over 20 comic book creators including Howard V. Chaykin, Stan Sakai, Tim Seeley, Joe Staton, Joe Corroney, Dan Parent and Angel Medina. Pheonix Kasai, the cosplay specialist, will also be on hand with over 30 up-and-coming creators in artist’s alley.
Will There Be Events at Gem City Comic Con?
The promoters of Gem City Comic Con have scheduled dozens of panels, discussions, and other events to give you an opportunity to rest your weary con-floor-worn feet. There will also be a charity auction and cosplay costume contest. Regular readers – I will do everything I can to get you some great cosplay pictures from the show.
I know Dayton, Ohio is a hike from the Detroit area, but I suggest you take a look at the show if you are free this coming weekend. I am looking forward to seeing many of my friends from the con circuit and making new ones as well. Of course, I am going to be scouring the tables to find the deals dreams are made of. I hope to see you there.
You can learn more about Gem City Comic Con by visiting their webpage through this link.
