MegaCon 2010:

Announcments

Blood Drive

Thursday, February 04:

Blood Drive
Friday 1pm-7pm
Saturday 10am-6pm
Sunday 10am-5pm

The need for blood is great. Blood transfusions are often needed for trauma victims — due to accidents and burns — heart surgery, organ transplants, and patients receiving treatment for leukemia, cancer or other diseases.

Be a Real Life Hero, Donate Blood!
All donors receive a special edition t-shirt!

Megacon Paint & Take

Thursday, February 04:

MegaCon Paint and Take is a free event for all convention attendees. Painters of all skill levels are invited to attend the open Paint and Take and scheduled classes. We are sponsored by several manufacturers who provide the miniatures used for the event. Listed on the page are our sponsors for this year. We will update the page as new sponsors are added, so please keep checking back.

Current Sponsors:

Reaper Miniatures - www.reapermini.com

Reaper manufactures a wide range of fantasy miniatures, both the Dark Heavens Legend line and those for their own game system, Warlord. They also produce the CAV miniatures for the game of the same name and have a new line called Chronoscope.

Impact! Miniatures - www.impactminiatures.com

Impact produces models for fantasy football games such as Blood Bowl.

Cipher Studios - www.AnimaRPG.com

Ciphper produces models for the Anima game line.

Lance and Laser - www.lanceandlaser.com

Lance & Laser Models offers a wide variety of high quality, collectible pewter figurines for gaming and painting. In addition to General Fantasy line, they also feature miniatures for Dave Arneson's Select, HeroQuest, Penumbra, Living Legends Superheroes, Battle Dragons, Bureau 13, WarChest and Quactica.

www.wyrd-games.net

Wyrd Miniatures produces miniatures for Steam Punk and their own miniatures game.

Jacksonville Garrison Saturday Board Games

Thursday, February 04:

Space Alert

It's a cooperative team survival game. Players become crew members of a small spaceship scanning dangerous sectors of galaxy. The missions last just 10 real-time minutes (hyperspace jump, sector scan, hyperspace jump back) and the only task the players have is to protect their ship. On 2 CDs (or Scenario cards if you don't have a CD player available) are ten minute long soundtracks that represent central computer announcements about the presence of various threats. These vary from space battleships and interceptors to different interstellar monsters and abominations, asteroids or even intruders and malfunctions on the spaceship. Players have to agree who will take care of which task and coordinate their actions (moving around the ship, firing weapons, distributing energy, using battlebots to deal with intruders, launching guided missiles, etc.) in real time to defend the ship. Only a well-working team can survive 10 minutes and make the jump back to safety.

BattleLore

The world of BattleLore meshes history and fantasy together - putting players in command of an array of miniature troops on the battlefields of a Medieval Europe Uchronia at the outset of the Hundred Years War. In this fantastical re-imagining of the Hundred Years War, French and English armies are supplemented with Goblins and Dwarves mercenaries and even some creatures like Giant Spider and Earth Elemental! Just as important as the armies you have, though, are the Lore Masters you choose to aid you: Wizards, Clerics, Warriors and Rogues can all aid you with unique powers and spells in ways role-playing gamers will find familiar.

Chaos in the Old World makes you a god. Each god’s distinctive powers and legion of followers grant you unique strengths and diabolical abilities with which to corrupt and enslave the Old World.

Khorne, the Blood God, the Skulltaker, lusts for death and battle.
Nurgle, the Plaguelord, the Father of Corruption, luxuriates in filth and disease.
Tzeentch, the Changer of Ways, the Great Conspirator, plots the fate of the universe.
Slaanesh, the Prince of Pleasure and Pain, the Lord of Temptations, lures even the most steadfast to his six deadly seductions.

Yet, as you and your fellow powers of Chaos seek domination by corruption and conquest, you must vie not only against each other, but also against the desperate denizens of the Old World who fight to banish you back to the maelstrom of the Realm of Chaos.

Chaos in the Old World features three ways to win, and gives you an unparalleled opportunity to reshape the world in your image. Every turn you corrupt the landscape, dominating its inhabitants, and battle with the depraved followers of rival gods. Each god has a unique deck of gifts and abilities, and can upgrade their followers into deadly foes. Summon forth living manifestations of Chaos, debased and hidden cultists, and the horrifying greater daemons - beings capable of destroying near everything in their path.

MindStorm Labs - Alpha Omega RPG

Wednesday, February 03:

Guard Duty

The Vidal Corporate Arcology has received word that protesters may cause chaos in the next 24 hours. Chaos is bad for business, so Vidal is hiring additional freelance security - someone like you! Basic rules for the Alpha Omega RPG and 6-6 System will be taught. Characters provided.

The World Is Shaking!

Strange seismic readings in the Catskill Mountains draw the attention of scientists. They have failed to check in twice during the last twelve hours. The NWSEC has asked for your assistance in locating them. This demo game will teach the basics of the Alpha Omega RPG and the 6-6 System. Characters provided.

Game Schedule:
Saturday
10:00-12:00 Guard Duty
12:00-2:00 Guard Duty
3:00-5:00 Guard Duty
7:00-11:00 The World Is Shaking!
Sunday
10:00-12:00 Guard Duty
1:00-5:00 The World Is Shaking!

www.mindstormlabs.com

www.alphaomegathegame.com

MegaCon Universal Costume Contest – Win Prizes

Tuesday, February 02:

Categories are: Movie Character, Super Hero/Villain, Star Wars, Video Gaming Character, Children (age 0 - 12), Other

How to enter: You must fill out a registration form at the show. Registration forms are available at booth numbers 1130 & 1132 (501st Rebel Legion booth) Bring the form to Room 222 by 5:45 to get lined up in your specific category. Please note: only 100 applications will be given out. They will be given on a first come first serve basis.

Room 222 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Decisions

Tuesday, February 02:

Story by Martin T. Pierro Art by Zach Bassett Cover by Dan Mann

Published by Cosmic Times

If you could turn right instead of left … would you?

In celebration of their one year anniversary, Cosmic Times is launching their second series Decisions at MegaCon. Decisions is an anthology series that delves into some dark places and asks some difficult questions of its characters and readers. The series is launching with a special Exclusive MegaCon sketch cover by Dan (Kid Domino) Mann – limited to 50 copies for sale only at the show. Located at Independent Press Blue Table # 11.

Emerging from the wasteland of Megacon 2010...

Sunday, January 31:

The Wolf Pack Elite brings you the 5th Annual Megacon Attendees After Hours Party! Witness the transformation of the Backstage night club into Bartertown- a post apocalyptic haven for you and your friends.

In the need of water, alcohol, entertainment, or gas? We have all that waiting for you. Giveaways, dancing, contests, games, celebrity guests, surprises, and an incredible time all starts with SCI-FRIED taking the stage with their "geek rock" for the pre-party at 8:45 and the Wolf Pack Elite Entertainment starts at 9:45-2am.

If you have ever been to a Wolf Pack Elite party you know that we never disappoint. The apocalypse has come; don't be left outside in the wasteland! Celebrate with drink specials all night long!

From the rubble we have DJ Nelson Flux spinning the best in Top 40 and beyond! Experience a special live performance by Defenzmechanizm! Costume not required but encouraged- win a prize for Best Post-Apocalyptic Costume!! The best in the business body painters hooking it up dirty style.

BEST DRINK SPECIALS IN BARTERTOWN:
$3 drafts & domestics
$3.50 Imports
$4 wells
$5 Call
$6.50 top shelf

2 Special Drinks Only Available in Bartertown:
WOLF’S BLOOD $2 shots
Gasoline $2 shots

Info:
Where: Backstage @ The Rosen Plaza Address: 9700 International Dr. International Dr
Phone: (407) 996-9700
***Club (Backsatge) is located inside THE ROSEN PLAZA HOTEL next to the Convention Center***
Cover is only $5 at the door 21+up only must have your ID.
FOR MORE INFO STOP BY OUR BOOTH #237 -or- visit us on our site www.wolfpackelite.com
So all you have to ask yourself is, do you have what it takes to survive Bartertown with the Wolf Pack Elite?

A Long Time Ago... Star Wars: The Eighties Strike Back; Picture Show Edition!

Sunday, January 31:

Come join a shadow cast in singing along to the show of an Eighties themed musical set in the Star Wars Trilogy.

Adventure Chefs- Making Danger Delicious!

Friday, January 29:

Two contestants battling nature and each other to find enough wild food ingredients for a gourmet feast for three guest judges.

3 Boys Productions is proud to present a preview of their new reality cooking show Adventure Chefs. Producer Terry Cronin will be on hand to discuss how comic books led to innovation in cooking entertainment.

For more info go to adventure-chefs.com

PARANOIA Live! LARP

Friday, January 29:

Saturday, 1pm-5pm

$6, Sign up at the Games and Anime Information Booth, 13+ only

Somebody’s crooked in Sector CON, and every clone from Troubleshooter, to High Programmer, to Internal Security is on the trail! Who reprogrammed Friend Computer? And more importantly, who’s gonna take the fall? PARANOIA Live! is back and better than ever with a brand new edition of the game, now featuring three playable character classes—Troubleshooters, High Programmers, and deep cover Internal Security Agents.

PARANOIA Live! is the Massively Multiplayer Live Action RPG of a darkly humorous future. In PARANOIA, a well meaning but deranged computer protects its citizens in an underground warren from all sorts of real and imagined enemies. The players are part of a team of elite agents, tasked with searching out and destroying these enemies.

Generous prize support for this year’s game courtesy, as always, of Mongoose Publishing. Please visit www.mongoosepublishing.com

Game starts at 1pm SHARP, but all players are advised to show up early. Players wishing to receive 'Officer Training' are advised to show up at 12:30pm, and will receive early rules explanations and extra starting equipment. Register at the MegaCon Games and Anime Information Booth, and get there early--this year's game is limited to 100 players!

Troubleshooter players may also attend an optional Friday panel.

Players wishing to try our new character classes--High Programmer and IntSec--must attend the appropriate Friday panel. See the onsite book for full panel descriptions.

Visit www.paranoialarp.com for more information!

Florida Tribal Bellydance

Tuesday, January 19:

Megacon is pleased to announce the return of Florida Tribal Bellydance, Friday and Saturday only.

Tribal Bellydance presented by: Florida Tribal Dance Tribal Bellydance is a modern style of bellydance influenced from many cultures including the Middle East, India, Asia, Africa and even modern styles of dance like Hip Hop. Come join Lacey, Director of Florida Tribal Dance as she teaches you some fun Tribal Bellydance movements and talks a little about the history as well as costuming, hair and make-up.

Hero Initiative: The Wolverine: Weapon X 100 Project Signing

Tuesday, January 19:

ALL 12 creators will be signing the The Wolverine: Weapon X 100 Project book at Hero Initiative Booth # 525. Both books can be bought at the Hero booth -- hardcover is $25, softcover $12.99.

FRI, 12 MAR; 200 PM-300 PM: 100 Wolverines: Joe Benitez, Jim Calafiore, Mike Choi, Darwyn Cooke, Joe Jusko, Andy Smith, Bill Tucci, Mark McKenna, Mike McKone, Jimmy Palmiotti, Mike Perkins, Brandon Peterson

Movie Cars at MegaCon

Sunday, January 17:

Ghostbusters Car
"Palm Coast Ghostbusters" ECTO-1B The ECTO-1B is a beautifully restored 1970 Cadillac Miller Meteor based on the ECTO shown in the newly released, Ghostbusters – The Video Game. The car is used by the Palm Coast Ghostbusters at various charity events, car shows, and of course conventions.

The Real Mach 5
Based on the early anime cartoon series, Speed Racer, the Mach 5 is one of the most famous and recognized cars in the world. The Real Mach 5 features special illumination headlights, wrap around windshield, working saw blades, and a working periscope. Come out to MegaCon 2010 and see the most famous and recognized anime vehicle.

Flintstones Mobile "The Bedrock Tumbler"
The Bedrock Tumbler is a Mark Towle creation based on the Flintstones Mobile used in the movie The Flintstones in Viva Rock Vegas. The tumbler is fully mobile and able to go any direction. The Bedrock Tumbler even has moving "rock" rollers to complete the Stone Age effect.

Capital Ship Combat

Sunday, January 17:

Sci-Fi-Supply, in conjunction with CON-Troll, presents the Capital Ship Combat game featuring scratch built Star Wars models. You will either be part of a Rebel Alliance task force or an Imperial Interdiction squadron. You and your teammates will command fighters, escorts and huge capital ships including frigates, cruisers and Stardestroyers! The escort and capital ships used in this game are all hand-made models based on the famous Star Wars® ships. The starfighters are Micromachines&tm; generously donated by Hasbro/Galoob years ago.

CSC will be in the Con-Troll gaming area located in Hall D for all three days.

Welcome Back to The World of Terrath

Sunday, January 17:

It is an age of exploration and adventure. Religious sects, political groups and wealthy merchant guilds struggle against one another to gain power, wealth and influence in the Free City-States. Meanwhile, caravans and expeditions leave daily to reclaim the shattered and deadly lands of Terrath. Will you band together with these brave souls on their journeys or will you strive to join the ranks of such elite groups as The Bearers of Aegis or Keepers of the Secret Flame? Or will you find your own path to greatness? Everyone has a destiny. Where will yours take you?

The Shroud of the Ancients Role Playing Game (SOTARPG) from Dark Tavern Press is here at MegaCon 2010. Powered by the D5 System, Shroud of the Ancients utilizes a tiered magic system for flexibility and creativity. It is a classless, levelless, skill driven rules set that doesn’t constrain your character with limitations and restrictions. The Shroud of the Ancients Role Playing Game brings to life a realistic fantasy world where heroes, armed with cold steel, quick wits and formidable magic, vie for power against the enemies of the innocent.

Join us at MegaCon for free demos of the Shroud of The Ancients Role Playing Game during the following slots:

Slot 4 – Friday 7pm - 11pm
Slot 5 – Saturday 9am - 1pm
Slot 6 – Saturday 2pm - 6pm
Slot 7 – Saturday 7pm - 11pm
Slot 8 – Sunday 9am - 1pm

At our game tables, you’ll learn how quick and easy it is to make a character using SOTA LITE. Plus, you’ll get to experience the world of Terrath in a two new introductory adventures.

In the adventure entitled Dead Calm - Part One: Catch and Release, your old friend, Statesman Devoric Vastion, invites you to the small town of Warden Falls to watch him compete for the title of Grand Fisherman during the annual spring festival. But when the Statesman’s Lake Master disappears and he is told that he must forfeit the match, he asks you and your companions for assistance.

Also, in the adventure, Dead Calm - Part Two: The One That Got Away, the competition is over, but the townsfolk are on edge and many questions are still left unanswered. What unseen perils await you as you journey deeper into the mystery of Warden Falls and undertake your search for the one that got away?

Dark Tavern Press welcomes first time players. If you have any questions about the D5 system or the Shroud of the Ancients campaign setting, please visit our Independent Press Booth in the dealer's room or prior to the convention, email us at contact@sotarpg.com

MegaCon Portfolio Review

Friday, January 08:

Once again, MegaCon is proud to sponsor a portfolio review booth for new artists. Writer/Editor Barbara Randall Kesel will be on hand to offer hints and tips to artists looking to develop a comics portfolio.

Portfolio review times are 12-2 and 3-5 on Friday

11-1 and 3-5 on Saturday

11-1 and 2-3 on Sunday

No appointments will be set: sessions are first come, first served, with preference given to those who have done the best prep work.

PORTFOLIO REVIEW TIPS:

PENCILERS: Companies might like your pinup drawings, but they’ll hire you based on a solid series of sequential images. If you can’t write your own script, look for a sample script online or send Barbara a script request via this site. Be sure to put SAMPLE SCRIPT REQUESTED in the subject line.

INKERS: Your technique will get you jobs, but your own penciling might not be the best art to show off your inks. Many comic artists and some companies will make pencil art samples available to you. Ink these on a vellum overlay or use a light box to transfer them to Bristol board for the best effect. Inking on regular paper diminishes the character of your ink line. Don’t be afraid to move away from markers and learn to work with a brush or a flexible nib—they’re harder to learn, but your work looks better and more professional in the long run!

COLORISTS: It’s not just about filling the page with color, but enhancing the art and the storytelling. You can add to the mood and the readability with color. Don’t just show your coloring tricks—show your ability to be an additional storyteller.

The R2 Builders Group

Monday, January 04:

Back by Popular Demand - The R2 Builders Group is a worldwide, family oriented group; that supports multiple Charities and visits sick children in hospitals. Builders from all around the Country build Astromechs and other Movie Props. The robots are built out of all Aluminum or Poly Styrene. They will be bringing several different Droids and Movie Props to Megacon 2010.

Makazie One

Saturday, December 12:

Makazie One brings a new look and feel to the Star Wars fan film genre that will take you on a journey through intense ground battles and haunting imagery of death as an elite Imperial soldier tracks down a known threat to the Empire. Set in the Star Wars universe between Episodes III and IV and told through the Imperials perspective, if you’ve always loved the bad guys you won’t want to miss the screening of this new and unique short film at MegaCon followed by a Q&A session with the film makers.

The Doctrine Film Experience

Saturday, December 12:

Have you ever been watching a film and think: how'd they do that? The Doctrine Film Experience takes you behind-the-scenes of Independent filmmaking. This experience, created by Independent Filmmakers, is interactive, entertaining and educational... Sci/fi Style! Hosted by Doctrine Productions.

Anime Events at MegaCon

Saturday, December 12:

Once again, Anime Sushi brings you: the biggest anime costume contest in Florida, the legendary Cyberia Dance "big anime themed dance party", AMV and Ninja Olympics; with discussion panels for cosplay, anime, art, gaming, Japanese culture and more. We will also be bringing you guests from the anime industry and show hours of the newest anime in Japan on our 10’ x 14’ screens.

Saturday at 4:30 pm

Saturday around 8:30pm - after the breakdown of the anime costume contest

Sunday at 1:00pm Details to come at www.animesushi.com

ANIME SUSHI’S ANIME COSTUME CONTEST AT MEGACON 2010 REGISTRATION AND JUDGING RULES AND INFORMATION

Simplified rules:

Only costumes from Japanese anime, manga, video games or J-pop/J-rock
One minute on stage
Skits aren’t required, contestants will be prejudged
Music on audio CD only and will start when you come on stage. No MP3s
One entry per person/costume/group
No commissioned costumes
Contestants must be present to all mandatory stages to qualify. (Pre-judging, presentation, award ceremony)
Provide reference material
Peace-bond and be careful with weapons and props (follow rules)
No swinging of props and weapons
No messes
No jumping off stage
Anime Sushi will not be responsible for your items, leave them at your own risk. Bring them to your vehicles if at all possible.
No obscene costumes, languages or skits. PG rated show
Children under 13 judged separately
Be courteous and kind
Prepare your day accordingly. Drink plenty of fluids and stay cool
Registration ends 11:00am Saturday
Prejudging begins 11:00am Saturday, room W224. Mandatory.
Be ready by 4:15pm Saturday, W224, all children first inline.

HERE’S ALL THE DETAILS AND RULES:

NO COMMISSIONED COSTUMES. This means you cannot pay someone to make your costume or enter a store-bought costume. This includes professionally made costumes or costume parts purchased from costume stores, online or Hot Topic. Your family and friends can help you make one, but please let us know at judging. There is a difference.
To enter Anime Sushi’s Costume Contest you must fill out a registration form AND be a convention attendee to enter.
Registration forms will be available Friday March 12th 1pm to 6 pm and on Saturday March 13th 10am to 11am.
Absolutely no entries will be accepted after 11:00am.
You may also Pre-register on-line from January 15, 2010 until Feb. 28, 2010. On-line registrants will be first in line for pre-judging. Registration links will be available at www.animesushi.com on or around January 15, 2010.
You will receive an entry number, please remember it and do not lose it. This will be used to determine your judging and stage order.
If you have any questions, please see us at 10:30am before prejudging in room W224.
You must attend BOTH prejudging AND appear on stage to qualify for an award.
Prejudging begins at 11:00 AM in room W224 on Saturday. Online pre-registered contestants will be judged first, please arrive by 10:45am. Latecomers will be moved to back of line.
You must be registered and in costume at time of prejudging.
Please provide REFERENCE MATERIAL at prejudging. Our judges must be able to compare your costume to the original in order to judge detail and accuracy. Examples include art books, printouts, screenshots, game manuals or CD covers. Original artwork is NOT a reference material. Please provide an image that is the same version/variation that you are entering. Reference materials are VERY IMPORTANT to your score.
Children age 13 and under will be judged separately. Children in skits with adults must decide if they wish to be judged as a child or in a group. Please mark the entry form before prejudging with this information.
Registration ends 11:00am on Saturday. No exceptions. Traffic is always difficult Saturday morning and will not be allowed as an excuse. Allow for extra time.
The contest starts at 4:30pm on Saturday in rooms W224. Please be ready to line up at 4:15pm. Children 13 and under will go on stage first, followed by their awards, then the other contestants.

ON-STAGE RULES:

You are allowed ONE (1) minute on stage. Do not go over one minute or you may be disqualified. (Do not ask for more time)
If you are not performing a skit, please take about 10 seconds to pose for photos.
You may also pose for photos for a few moments after a skit.
Skits are NOT required. You may just walk onstage and pose for photographs. Bad skits, inside jokes, or poor performances may actually disqualify you from some awards. If you do not think you can perform a skit everyone will enjoy, please just pose for photos.
All COSTUME judging is done before the show.
Any music or pre-recorded audio must be provided on AUDIO CDs ONLY. NO mp3s or any other format. ‘Burned’ CD’s are required to have only ONE track. Commercial CD’s must have the track number CLEARLY labeled along with your information so we can return it to you. The CD will be started when you are called onstage. Any cues, pauses, effects or song changes must be done on your CD. We cannot wait for your cue to start or stop the music. Remember, you have only one minute onstage, please use only one minute of audio. We cannot ‘fast forward’ to the part you require.
There will be no dress rehearsal. Feel free to practice on your own.
Equipment problems are possible, so be prepared in case of technical difficulties.
There will NOT be a microphone available. If you do not record your skit, speak LOUDLY and TO the audience, not the back or sides of the stage.
Weapons must be inspected and peace-bonded. Please see con security for this process as soon as you enter the convention center. Live steel and real weapons are not allowed! Convention rules on weapons also apply for the contest (please see your guidebook).
Do not allow weapons or props to touch the lights or any wiring. Please be careful with all props and weapons.
No swinging or throwing of any props or weapons. Parts may fly off and injure others.
No silly string, water, fake blood, confetti, fire, cigarettes, spray paint, bodily fluids or items that can make a mess. Failure to follow this rule can cause you to be BANNED from future events.
No jumping off stage. Please use the steps.
Assistance may be provided for oversized costumes, visual impairment or physical disability.
No obscene costumes, language or skits. No nudity, t-backs or stripping. This is a family show so keep it rated PG. There will be children in attendance. If you could not wear the costume or perform your skit in front of your grandmother, you shouldn’t at the contest.
Anime Sushi will assist in helping contestants get on stage if need be. If however, the costume is unable to safely get on the stage, we reserve the right to not allow it on. This does not mean the contestant is immediately disqualified.

GENERAL RULES AND INFORMATION:

Please be courteous and civil at all times.
We reserve the right to disqualify any unruly or disruptive cosplayers and are not afraid to do so.
Please realize that mistakes and technical difficulties do happen. You or your character’s name may be mispronounced. Technical errors may delay the show or your entry. Audio may not work properly. You may not be able to watch the show. Please don’t become upset if this happens to you.
Please stay hydrated, drink plenty of water and bring a personal fan if your costume is hot. It may be warm backstage. Stay cool.
One entry per person, costume and group. You cannot join more than one group or appear in more than one costume.
Costumes MUST be from a JAPANESE ANIME, JAPANESE MANGA, JAPANESE BASED VIDEO GAME or J-Pop/Rock. No American Superhero, webcomic, Star Wars, Star Trek or ‘Original’ characters will be allowed. Disney costumes do not count as anime even though they appear in Kingdom Hearts. Anime Sushi is an Anime Club and is here to promote ANIME!
Anime Sushi is NOT responsible for any injury in connection to the costume contest, or during it.
Anime Sushi is not responsible for any lost or stolen items.
Anime Sushi operates on a solely volunteer basis for this event, and all decisions made by the judging staff are considered final. No arguments will be entertained.
Anime Sushi reserves all rights in regards to respective materials, and is not responsible for photographs taken by non-Anime Sushi staff.
Prizes include: BEST OF SHOW = $200 cash, trophy & merchandise from our sponsored dealers. BEST GROUP = $100 cash, trophy & merchandise BEST INDIVIDUAL = $50 cash, trophy & merchandise BEST CHILD = trophy & merchandise Other awards may also include certificates and/or merchandise

Willie's Wenches

Saturday, December 05:

Making their debut appearance at MegaCon, this bevy of beautiful cheerleaders in boots and corsets packs a comedic payload that even the Master Chief would approve of! Catch Willie's Wenches (voted one of the top ten acts at the 2008 and 2009 Kansas City Fringe Festivals) as they bring you everything from silly "Shakespeare" to Star Wars.

This year's shows will feature A Midsummer's Nightmare Dream on Elm Street 13. It's the Bard's horror "classic" complete with redneck zombies, cute vampires, one cross-dressing slasher and every horror movie reference we could mercilessly cram into this 45 minute romp. (suitable for all ages)

Or catch our bawdy 18+ shows. Pack your dice bag and head to the land of Lutefisk with our hit musical Hamlet: Electric Boogaloo! It's a four hour epic tragedy compressed into 45 minutes, four nutty actors, Cthulhu the Insult Comic (with bonus risqué Disney parodies)!

Ready for more 18+ entertainment? Its dirty Danes versus psychotic Scotts in our wild wrestling musical, Hamlet vs. Macbeth: The Original Shakespearean Smack Down! Complete with hot mini-kilts, sword fighting, and slapstick show parodies!

So take a break from the autograph tables, get your freak on, and come see Bard's original cheerleaders! Join Clarissa, Emma Grace, Lolita, and Malcus for Willie’s works like you’ve never seen them before! Check us out at www.willieswenches.com or on myspace/facebook.

Back by popular the demand the Alpha Ghost Team

Friday, November 20:

ALPHA was formed in 2008 by Ron Bordner and Scott Tepperman, who met in 2004 as part of a local ghost hunting group. During that time, they created the popular “Ghost Hunting 101” lecture series for several bookstore chains around Tallahassee, FL as well as for many different college campuses and universities across Florida. They have also filmed numerous T.V. specials for the BBC, PBS, UPN, and other local media outlets and have hosted seminars and discussion panels with Brian Harnois (Ghost Hunters International) at the 2008 Wrath of Con Sci-Fi Convention & Film Festival, and attended the 1st annual TAPSCON convention as invited guests by members of the TAPS Family, where they were introduced to Jason, Grant, and the rest of the Ghost Hunters and Ghost Hunters International teams.

In the summer of 2009, ALPHA became semi-finalists for the SyFy channel’s online “Pair-anormal” contest where they were hand picked from thousands of potential video contest entries. Later that year, ALPHA released their first commercial DVD, “Dead Air [LIVE] From the Windsor Hotel”, a documentary-style investigation of the famously haunted Windsor Hotel located in Americus, GA.

ALPHA is comprised of highly trained investigators and certified instructors on paranormal phenomena. They take pride in submitting the best evidence, conducting thorough paranormal investigations and helping to lead the way in the ghost hunting community by conducting themselves in a trustworthy, scientific and professional manner. ALPHA always uses the latest equipment available to them for their research. Additionally, they also advocate the use of experimental techniques and other non-conventional methods of investigation.

ALPHA is also dedicated to assisting people with any paranormal related issues by educating them and (in some cases) attempting to resolve their specific situation(s). They are available to speak at paranormal con-ferences, conventions, civic centers, schools, organizations and any other community event.

ALPHA
Association for Locating Paranormal & Haunted Activity
P.O. BOX 13862
Tallahassee, FL 32317

Project Fanboy Awards

Tuesday, November 17:

November 1st 2009 - Project Fanboy is proud to announce that the nominations for the 2009 Project Fanboy Awards have ended and voting has officially begun! Voting will continue through December 31st 2009.

The Project Fanboy Awards are voted on by you, the comic book fan! Help us give back to the creators who give us so much each year by voting for your favorite comic, artist, writer, hero, villain and more!

To cast your vote, please visit the Project Fanboy Awards page here: http://awards.projectfanboy.com

Winners of the 2009 awards are scheduled to be announced at the Project Fanboy Awards Ceremony Sunday, March 14th 2:30 pm - 3:10 pm in Room 222A at the MegaCon comic book convention in Orlando, Florida. The 2009 Project Fanboy Awards are now accepting nominations.

Below are the official 2009 nominees, however you may also download the 2009 Nominees Brochure (Microsoft Word Format), here:

http://www.projectfanboy.com/project_fanboy_awards/2009_nominees_brochure.doc

Kids Events

Wednesday, October 28:

Skiffytown League of Heroes will be setting up their Headquarters on the main showroom floor. Please check the floor plan for the location. Come down and join them for the following events.

Imagine a Costume for Kids - Did you ever want to be a superhero? Come join Skiffytown League of Heroes and make a costume out of the scrapes and treasures provided? We’ll help you create your very own hero with anything we have and loads of imagination. You will walk away with something from your very own imagination; join the ranks of superheroes by creating your own. There will also be an area for face painting. Parents, its good clean fun, and besides, the world needs more superheroes. This event will take place all three days on the showroom floor – Check the showroom floor for exact hours.

Kids Costume Contest - Skiffytown League of Heroes will be hosting a kids costume contest, if you have a homemade costume, please come by and sign up, join in the merriment and just have fun. Sign up will be on the showroom floor.

Skiffy Story Time - Skiffytown will host a kids and kids at heart story time with the heroes, come and take a break from the craziness and sit down for a few minutes and enjoy old time stories about heroes, villains, and storylines. We will have the time posted, so come on by. Story times will be posted on the showroom floor in the Skiffytown League of Heroes station.

Skiffy Safety - Every good superhero and super kid needs to know about safety and how to be safe. Learn from the Skiffytown League of Superheroes about the rules of the road. Ask questions, as the saying goes, the more you know. So please drop on by to see what time it will be at. Skiffy Safety times will be posted on the showroom floor in the Skiffytown League of Heroes station.

Skiffytown League of Heroes Presents an Old Time Radio Story - Join Skiffytown as they battle villains, use your imagination and join in the fight against the forces of evil. Old time radio was the high def of yesteryear, you’ll be surprised at the fun you can have.

Costuming on a Budget - Join Skiffytown and Friends as they talk about costuming on a budget and the ingenious ways others have come up with totally awesome costumes and uniforms. It doesn’t take a lot of money to come up with cool stuff.

Please Note: Skiffytown League of Heroes Station will be our gathering point for lost children.

Gaming List Updates

Friday, October 16:

Arkham Horror: The Board Game
Players: 4-8
System: Arkham Horror Board Game
GM: Chris Forster
Time: Session (Evening Friday)

Come and join the hunt to prevent the Elder Gods from escaping into our world. Based on the works of H.P. Lovecraft, the Arkham Horror is a cooperative game where the players try and solve the mysteries buried in the New England area, while facing monsters and madness.

Join the game at anytime with new characters, and try your hand at stopping the menace of the Elder Gods.

Even Time Travelers get the Blues
Players: 3-6
System: Savage Worlds (Pulp)
GM: Chris Forster
Time: Session (Morning Saturday)

The gig at the Bar at the End of Time was supposed to be a vacation. Time away from the weird happens that the Big City Blues Band always seems to bring. The place is jumping, and the sounds are smooth.

And it would have stayed that way too, if Diane Alcourt, ex-wife of Doc Hudson had not found them. It would have gone better is she did not have the Time Cops with her either, and arrest warrants are always bad news.

Join the band for the next fun filled adventure of Doc McCoy and his collection of eclectic buddies on another jaunt through time.

B.R.A.T.S to the Rescue!!
Players: 3-6
System: Teen Champions
GM: Chris Forster
Time: Session (Morning Sunday)

Bay City is under siege from the menace known as Foxbat!! The wily villain has stolen all the right shoes of city officials and is holding them for ransom! With the Justice Force out of town, it falls to the youthful members of the Bay Area Reserve Action Team to solve the case.

Join in for the daring do of these teens as they match wits with the villain! Escape death traps and solve puzzles. Try and bring the Brown and Black menace to justice!

NOW CASTING SPECIAL 250th Episode

Friday, September 25:

For the first time ever, in celebration of its 250th episode, What Not to Wear is doing a national search for The Worst Dressed American (open to WOMEN only). Email mraptis@bbcnyproduction.com to nominate yourself or secretly nominate a friend, and you or she could appear on the 250th episode of the show and get the royal treatment, compliments of Stacy and Clinton! Send at least 2 pictures that show her style, her name, age, size, height, occupation, describe her style and tell us why we should pick her! Deadline for submissions is September 25th so email today!

About the show:

"WHAT NOT TO WEAR" provides fashion intervention to people nominated by friends/family/co-worker as someone who desperately needs a style overhaul! Fashion experts, Stacy London and Clinton Kelly then confront the person and reveal their plan to teach them "WHAT NOT TO WEAR" sorting through the person’s current wardrobe and providing them with rules for maximizing their best assets and personal style. They are given a Visa card worth $5,000, and it’s time to hit the shops. After a consultation with Stacy and Clinton on these new clothing choices, along with a dramatic hair and makeup revamp, viewers will see a complete transformation and a stunning reveal.

Connect with the TLC Audience:

TLC is in 85 million homes in the US
23.3 million viewers tune into TLC each week
83 million viewers tune in to watch TLC each month
TLC ranks #1 in concentration of upscale adults 25-54 and 18-49 in prime time

MegaCon 2010 Gaming

Thursday, September 03:

Here are some of the games we will be having at MegaCon 2010

The "CON-Troll Game Library.": Welcome to the realm of... Whatever YOU want! Con-Troll is a one-man (err, "Troll") gaming library featuring dozens of games for you to try including BOARD, CARD and MINIATURE games! Also, "JUST FOR KIDS" games including: Battleball (board), Creepy Freaks (miniatures) and Dino Hunt (card) as well as "Hot Wheels" racing and Bowling!