>Make sure the girl you're hitting on is over 18, or at least alone...or at least make sure her dad isn't within eyesight of you so he doesn't go up to you and give you shit

>Energy drinks ftw
>drinking makes dances a lot funner

I learned at AN to always bring a towel /shot/

Yeah bring a bathing suit. swimming is better than sleeping when your roommate is a russian that never bathes,

Bring extra food in your car and bag
bring medcine
make sure you have your hotel key on ya
sewing kit's a much

Drink beforehand
Don't drink during
Drunk FUCKLOADS afterwards
Don't sleep in costume

It's said constantly, but shit, man, BATHE.

Last time I roomed with some people...the guy who reserved the room, nice guy, known him a long time.
I don't think the guy showered ONCE the whole weekend. Shit was terrible.

>>3211218

>getting book learnin' makes your grammer gooder

>babywipes

>>3211261
>implying I need to use a proper lexicon while on the internet

You are a faggot, have a nice day =D

If you're staying at the hotel, sleep. Get sleep, get sleep, get sleep. At some point. Get sleep.

>Overstated but for a reason. HYGIENE! As a fat dude I know I have the capability to sweat more. So I take showers EVERY day plus some anti-persistent. Also change clothes every day if not cosplaying. Spraying axe on your clothings doesn't count.
> If my fat sweaty ass can smell like an irish spring. Their is no excuse. Also buy a couple of those Listerine mouth strips. I just pop them in my mouth every two hours. Fat dudes got a bad rep, please don't drag it down further.

Bring snacks.

Pictochat during panels, you might meet some fellow Anons

>>3211275
Apparently, sucking cock gives me the ability to use proper grammar. Also lexicon means vocabulary you stupid fuck.

>>3211282
>>3211282
>>3211282
>>3211282
>>3211282

This so hard.

>Don't be a retard and not pull cash from your bank before leaving for a con unless you want to wait forever to pull cash then get raped on fees.
>Don't be that retard who blows all your money in the dealers room and has to sleep under tables or beg friends for crash space. Lrn2notimpulseandbudget.
>If your main objective is to go to cons to get laid then you're doing it wrong.
>The fatter you are in cosplay, the most stares and snide comments you'll receive behind your back. Don't bother.
>Fruits snacks and boxed juice. Costs you $10. It will work to tide you over the weekend.
>If its the first time you've ever got drunk then stay in your fucking hotel room. Don't go to the rave to pass the fuck out because then you'll be busted by your parents if you're under 18.
>Don't drink hard liquor straight until you can handle it well. Don't try to mix drinks if you're not experienced because you'll fuck it up.
>Being a loud squealing fangirl is irritating as all fuck. STFU, my eardrums would appreciate it.

>>3211318
>I am a retard so I'm going to post something irrelevant

=D

Shower. Shower. Did I mention shower?

No-one wants to hug a fuckin' stinky ass sunuvabitch.

Steer clear of drinkin' if your a lightweight or don't know anything about drinkin'.

lastly. Fucking shower

if you want a hug, ask for it faggots, running up to someone and jumping onto them isn't cute, it's fucking annoying.

buuuuuut if you're really hot then it's all good. Yeah that's a pretty dick thing to say, I know.

Only started going to cons this year, but I've got some advice to give.

What to bring.
-Toiletries, hotel may provide it but it's always nice to have your own. But if all else fails, nothing will stop you from raping the hotel cabinet.
-Extra clothes, never know if you'll need it.
-Batteries for your camera
-Costumes of course.
-Cellphone charger, wallet, ID and money
-Dignity

Hygiene
-Shower every day, maybe even twice a day. You'll feel great, look great smell great and if done before sleep, you'll sleep well.
-Brush your teeth and use mouthwash. Just because you're at a con doesn't mean you can stop. Hell floss too. Not only do others benefit not smelling foul breath but it's good for your health when you remove bacteria that resides on and between the teeth. Shit will help you live longer. Also if it's a really hot day, brush your teeth with mint toothpaste and drink water. COLD MOUTH TIME.
-Use deodorant, it'll pay off.

More coming up

Foodhacks
-Not enough money for food? Make sandwiches before you leave on your trip. You can buy a loaf of bread and a few ingredients for under $20 and make enough sandwiches to feed yourself for the the entire weekend and then some. Choose your ingredients wisely though, things like PB&J sandwiches will last a lot longer without a fridge than a BLT.
-Want to save on time between restaurants and hotel/con? Go to the nearby mcdonalds and ask to buy a bunch of any of these; breakfast burritos, cinnamelts, grilledcheese sandwiches and/or fajitas. Tell them you don't want them heated up, you'll take them frozen. Throw them in your hotel fridge and take them up and heat them when hungry.

Here's the times you'll want to nuke the mcfoodery.
Burritos - 15-20 seconds
Cinnamelts - 10-15seconds
Grilledcheese 15-20seconds
Fajitas - 15-20seconds

-Like your ramen? Well guess what. Most hotel rooms provide coffee makers (whatever they're called). Use the coffee maker to boil the water and pour into ramen.

Shaving cream and razor. Bring that.

dont lock your keys in the car. fuck my friend for doing it. twice.

Fat guy again. Here's a hypothetical list of stuff I would bring to a con.
First: Hygienic wipes. For when a specific area is stinking.
Second: GOOD anti perspirant. The axe roll on deoderant with anti perspirant is REALLY good. It keeps the pits smelling good for 12 hours at least.
Third: Good liquid soap, if your staying at a hotel. You want something with a STRONG smell. Irish Spring never goes wrong.
Fourth: Decent shampoo. You don't need the best, but it has to smell good. Soap should be focused on more, but it helps the whole package.
Fifth: Good perfume/cologne. Bitches love it and wont deny.
Sixth: Brush Teeth properly with some strong tooth paste. Sensadyne works fine and try to do it twice a day.
Seventh: Those Listerine mouth patches. Pop in every two hours compulsively. No wimmens or dudes will stray away from you when your breath is appealing.

as other have said, be hygienic.
but my advice is to carry around deodorant with you at the con (if you're able to). it gets hot at cons, and you'll probably sweat. a lot! at one con, i forgot my stick in my hotel room and i smelt like a dumpster, even though i had put some on before leaving. i felt so bad for the people i was around! ):
i always make sure to have my deodorant with me now! be it in a purse or a backpack, i normally find somewhere to hide it. and i smell lemony fresh! we're all winners. (:

Don't be an annoying little twat. Don't run up and down the hall squealing and swinging your yaoi paddle and don't get offended when someone asks you to stop.

My list

A Nalgene full of water
Iodine packets
Basic med kit with gauze, asprin, gloves, scissors, bandages, tourniquite, alcohol, ect.
Two or three solid novels
Basic set of tools
Flashlight
Extra batteries
Maps of your area and surrounding area's
Tape
K BAR knife

-Febreeze. Bring it.
-Bring swimming trunks, never know when shits gonna go down
-BRING YOUR OWN TOWEL! Make sure it's not white, as most hotels have white towels, and yours will get mixed up with everyone elses, and the hotel cleaning lady might take yours.
-Bring facewash, toothbrush, shampoo, etc etc...

>>3211414
>implying axe doesn't smell as bad as funk

For the chickas: Feminine products. Even if you don't need them, you never know when you splash into abrupt rapids or one of your lady friends may need some.

some standard pain medicine like Tylenol for those headaches and terrible leg aches.

>>3211452
The spray on's are horrid and should be banned., but the roll on's aren't ass obnoxious in the smell.

Drinking
-Don't go beyond your limit, there's no point in that. A little goes a long way. You'll have your wits about you and be fun to hang around with at a party.
-Drink water before going to sleep and while drinking. It'll help you avoid a hangover in the morning. But don't chug on the water, it'll make you sick.
-Do have a hang over? Drink plenty of water and if you can find it, get some gatorade and a power bar. Or even better drink a 5hr energy drink with everything. It'll make your heart pump your blood faster so all the nutrients will go throw body quicker, killing the hang over.

Approaching cosplayers
-Make eye contact and flash your best smile. But after doing this you'll have to approach them and start talking.
-Be polite, and try to make a conversation on the costume. They put a lot of effort into the costumes most of the time and won't mind talking about it.
-DON'T PUSSY OUT AT THE END OF YOUR SHORT OR LONG CONVERSATION. Ask them for their contact information, you'll regret it completely if you don't.
-If it's a balls-sweating hot day, buy her a drink. It's a small complement that will go a long way.

Things to bring:
•Portable deodorant. ESPECIALLY if you have an outfit or cosplay that you get hot in. Walking around smelling bad is not only gross, but it can be embarrassing.
•Shower. Shower every day. Cons can be grounds for getting really sweaty by the end of every day. Shower the night you get home, or the morning before the next day to avoid smelling bad and looking oily.
•Batteries for your camera. Sounds unimportant, but I cannot stress it enough. A lot of people forget, and then when you're AT THE CON and your camera dies, all the convenience stores near the con are usually sold out because everyone forgets batteries.

Cosplayers Tip:
•When you get home from a long day at the convention, and possibly an after party, DO NOT be lazy with taking off your costume. If you plan to wear it the next day, and don't properly take care of it the night before, it can look wrinkled and shitty.
•Same goes for wigs. Don't just take your wig off and fling it. I recommend bringing a wig-head along and setting it somewhere, I usually put mine in the bathroom. When you get back, you can take off your wig and cosplay, set the cosplay aside, put the wig on the wig-head, and shower.

>>3211471
Mika you give good advice, if you're going to ALA or something I wanna get you a drink or a small gift(no homo)

>>3211477

Oops. Sorry I put the showering-note under 'Things to bring'. But still, showering is VERY important!

Fat /m/an here going to ConnectiCon in my first cosplay. Appreciate any input given thus far, taking note to grab listerine packs. I brush and my breath doesn't smell like oh-god-what, but it's still good advice.

Dealer's hall and Artist Alley
-Barter. It may not work with everyone and normally works best on the final days of the con. They're there to make money and don't want to come home with a bunch of product. Tell them you don't have enough to pay for the noted price and ask if they could accommodate. Sometimes they will, sometimes they won't. Don't be an asshole though and pay with a bill that would obviously cover the displayed price.
-That's really it, try to be charming and barter. But don't go so low it'll cut their profits.

I can't really think of anything else right now. I may be back later to throw some more advice in.

>>3211480
Will be at ALA, I'd gladly accept a drink or small gift from you (nohomo)

For photographers:
a. Don't be afraid to suggest a pose
a1. However, do not ask for a perverted pose
a2. Don't make a pose too complex.
b. Bring extra batteries/charger.
c. Bring an extra sd card (unless you're bringing a 16gb sd card)
c1. Ignore c if you're bringing a film camera.
d. If they are not in the mood to take a photo; politely say, "If it's any consolation, you look great/beautiful".
e. If you're socially awkward and are afraid to ask for a photo, then don't bother bringing a camera.
>seriously, break the ice. The first time is the hardest. After that, it's a breeze.
f. BREATH MINT.

>>3211493
awesome, I look forward to hanging out with /cgl/ at ALA, I'll get you lunch or something(no homo)

>>3211502 a1. However, do not ask for a perverted pose

Don't even start. I generally respect this but I have no qualms about asking you to bend over if they're hanging out.

>>3211502
Also photographers. Since a lot of creepers have been known in the past to ask for pics and than zoom in on the tits. I would recommend zooming at minimum.

>>3211510


Or bringing a prime lens that does not zoom- like a 30 or 50 mm

Midweight guy here going to Otakon. Heres what i'm bringing.

toothbrush
razor
laptop
phone
wallet
id
phone charger
camera
video camera
mp3 player (for the road)
towels
bathing suit
towel
maybe fightan gaem stick for the game room.
about $400 spending (doubt i'm going to spend it all if not even half)
colone if I can get my hands on some
5 changes of clothes

I'll list more if I think of any.

>>3211521
boy you better be fucking careful with all that equipment. Shit might get stolen so guard it with your life.

Every 5 to 10 minutes remember to check your stuff.

>>3211507
Deal.

Also I rememberd I do have one more piece of advice. If you have troubles waking up and need to get up early to catch a panel or whatever you need to do.

Sleep on the floor.

You'll wake up earlier than you would if you slept on a bed. And you'll wake up far more awake. Trying to get back to sleep on the floor is no where near as attractive as sleeping on a nice, warm comfortable bed.

Bring back-up everything.

Money for: badge, hotel, travel, food, leisure
Toiletries: a towel, shampoo, conditioner, face wash, moisturizer, body wash, lotion, Q-tips, deodorant
Misc: hair straightener, stuff to write on/with, a sheet, a bottle for water, random fun stuff
Essentials: clothing, money, snacks, electronics

Vitamins, random fun stuff, tylenol, etc.

>>3211521
Always have your ID, wallet, phone and money on you. Never forget it or choose to stow it in your luggage. It's better to have it and not need it.

Got a costume with no pockets? Bring a small bag to carry your stuff in. People tend to find it a hassle to carry a bag, but it'll end up being your best friend.

>>3211532

Well most of it will be in the hotel room, when I'm in the con center itself i have very little on me.

like sadly I don't cosplay, I wanna dress nice for this con tho.

>>3211557
shit dude don't feel bad.
I didn't cosplay and obviously seemed like an asshole.
I barely had a single person walk up and talk to me.

Sucks that I naturally scowl when I'm walking :/

>>3211535

>sleep on the floor to wake up earlier

This.

>>3211392
I lol'd

People already mentioned it, but srsly BAAAAATHE~!

Don't get shitty roommates. I woke up this morning(AX day 4) and found out some faggot thought it would be funny to draw on my ass and near my dick with eyeliner while I was asleep. If we end up rooming again, I am so getting them back for it.

>>3211535
Expanding on what mika said. Find a time period in the con when the least shit is going to happen. Using ANEXT as an example. Friday from like 11pm to saturday 11 am. I sleep for 12 hours because mid saturday and beyond is my favorite time period at anext and I want to stay up 20 hours without feeling like shit.

Make sure you're regular. Bring pepto bismol. Nothing is worse than having the runs while at a con.... Fuck sakes..
PEPTO.BISMOL. BRING IT.

>>3211649

Did that anyways after passing out, lol.

Tip: If you do plan to drink to the point of blacking out, make sure you're with someone you trust to not drink as much that can get you back to the hotel. It fucking sucks stumbling around downtown L.A. in a suit and alone...

It's been said, but sleep a decent amount. At LEAST 6-7 hours, if not a full 8-9.

Roomed with a guy who stayed in the arcade until 6:00 am, came to the room and slept until 9:00 am, got up, was late for cosplay chess, fucked up a panel he was helping one of our friends with and said it was because of "sleep deprivation" while bitching about how tired he was.

>>3211576

Nah its just I feel like such a douchebag not cosplaying and trying to look nice like i'm dressed for a club or something.

I don't mean any offense by it, i'm a fatass. And I believe fatties shouldn't cosplay. So I do the next best thing to help have some social success at cons, dress nice.

Am I a douche?

>>3211712
If you're not cosplaying, dress nicely.
You're not a douche, you're a bro

>>3211712

You should go EGA. That's the ultimate in dressing nice, right there.

>>3211712
fuck nah.

I'm the douche on the right.
I dressed like that the entire con. Button up shirt, nice jeans, and a pair of brown shoes.

btw i was suckin my gut in on this picture. hardcore

>>3211712
You're a douche for calling yourself a douche which there was no reason for you to call yourself a douche which is why I'm calling you a douche.

...you douche.

>>3211712
you could, ya know, cosplaying fat characters

>>3211712
>>fatties shouldn't cosplay.

I'd disagree, there's a few good ones that heavier guys can do. I'd say if you're fat you shouldn't be Franky, be Black Beard instead (One Piece if you don't know).

>>3211712

>fatties shouldn't cosplay

Luckily there's a smattering of fat dudes in the form of mecha characters.. Pic related, plus Casio from Diebuster, plus a couple pilots from Getter Robo..

I say costume according to your body type.

>>3211720
>>3211724
>>3211725
>>3211728

Thanks guys (i may sound dumb but whats EGA)

>>3211736

I'm not fat enough to cosplay super fatties, but i'm not skinny enough for most anime males. Its a shitty middle ground.

>>3211736
aka bad characters

>>3211747

Mini hivemind?

>>3211747
Holy shit, this is awesome.

>>3211751

>>3211747

GOD WHY DIDN'T HE SHARPIE BLACK CHEST AND BODY HAIRS ALL OVER HIMSELF IT WOULD BE PERFECT

>Bring good liquor.
>Bring cigs/cigars to start a conversation with a lady who smokes.

>>3211786

>>3211797

"Stoooooooooooogie...?"

1. Bathe
2. Brush teeth
3. Wear Deodorant
4. Eat regularly
5. Don't be obnoxious
6. Bathe
7. keep a balanced budget
8. Be friendly
9. Bathe.

>>3211810

I think you missed a few bathes.

>>3211810
this should apply to everyday life

>>3211816
I was trying to keep it below 10. But I know enough lazy con-goers who shower maybe once the whole fucking time while sweating a river. Disgusting.

>if possible get to the con the day beforehand and scope out the area for cheap food, grocery stores, things to do in down-time, etc.
>PLAN YOUR FUCKING ADVENTURE. Nothing sucks more than going to a con and missing all the good events by an hour because you weren't paying attention to the schedule. It's a good idea to sit down and schedule the entire con hour by hour so you know you have time for everything you want to do (make sure to include time for eating and sleeping)
>With that, double check you have everything you need, not just cosplay/hygiene related. Karaoke CDs, stuff to get autographed, yugi-oh deck, etc.
>check the weather before you go. If it snows in April (I'm talking to you, Sakura-con) you'll want to have a good coat. Even at summer conventions, they like to pump up the air conditioning when you least expect it.
>Buddy system :)
>have a comforatable place to sleep. If you sleep curled up in a corner, your legs are going to hurt like hell in the morning.
>I recommend taking a train or bus. It's quite the experience and getting there is half the fun :3
>If you're footing the hotel bill, make sure everyone pays you BEFORE THE CON. Or you will never see that money again.
>Body tape and safety pins. Bring them.
>If you've planned to meet anyone offline, have their contact information beforehand in case they don't show up.
>Avoid drama at all costs, even if it means swallowing your pride.

I fucking love taking showers.

If there's a day zero, GO TO IT. And if you're someone who loves to take photos of cosplayers then bring a camera during day zero.

Do no wait in line for the exhibition hall to open. Seriously. I saw a big ass line and only 5 minutes later, they just about let anyone in (even if you weren't waiting in lines).

>>3211874

Planning out the con is some of the best advice, really.

Last year at CTCon, I was experiencing a convention for the first time, and spent most of the day wandering aimlessly, missing panels I'd wanted to go do because I'd lost track of time in the dealer room, and generally just getting a little overwhelmed. This year I'm planning out a set schedule and spending the rest of the time shopping/gaming/costume spotting.

GET NUMBERS AND NAMES.

>>3211953

SPEAKING of this!! iPod and iPhone /cgl/ers! There's a great app called "Bump" which allows you to essentially fistbump while holding your device to trade contact info with the other person. It's free, and a quick, easy, and brotacular way to trade contact info. Just an idea!

Also bring condoms, if you get a chance to get it on. :)

>>3212003

Condoms dont protect against the herp.

>>3212037
plastic wrap

Strong plastic wrap

Pre-register for the con. you save money and also pre register the hotel like 10 months ahead. You save a shit ton of money and dont have to worry. Shower as well.

Try to get a room on the lowest floor possible.

Cuts down on the WAITING FOREVER FOR THE FUCKING ELEVATOR

and if you only need to go up 1 floor, USE THE FUCKING STAIRS

>>3212137

THAT IS THE STORY OF ANIMENEXT AND MY CRIPPLED FRIEND. HE HAD TO WAIT 20 MINUTES TO USE THE ELEVATOR BECAUSE OF NORMIES.

If going to a summer con. Make sure you get food that doesn't taste like shit warm.

Don't SAY I LOST THE GAME.
NO GLOMPING.
NO YAOI PADDLES.
NO CREEPING AROUND.
NO PEDOPHILIA.

Food advice: If you're allergic to peanut butter, then I'm so very sorry. Peanut butter is like gold. Er, just bring some bread, too, and you're set. It's all the protein you'll need if you use enough on the sandwich.

>Be a lesbian
>Dress like Sakura
>Pick up a fat nerdy girl at the con
>Take them back to my hotel room
>Fuck them
>Record it all
>My face

>>3211218
>Make sure the girl you're hitting on is over 18, or at least alone...or at least make sure her dad isn't within eyesight of you so he doesn't go up to you and give you shit

I follow the Eazy E train of thought: Right Cross and not his old ass out.

Find parking and stay their.

>>3211532

You bring up a good point about valuables.

Do not leave your valuables in plain sight in your car during a con. Just because your car is parked inside the hotel parking garage does not mean that someone wont still bust your window and steal your shit that you left in plain sight for the world to see.

Ladies when leaving the convention after the rave (around 1am at Otakon) and you have to walk to your hotel, travel in groups.(common sense)
Another thing for the ladies wearing revealing cosplays, cover it up when walking back to your hotel room especially if your hotel is more than 2 blocks from the con. I do not want to hear about some girl getting sexually assaulted while coming from the rave.

>>3212397
I've always thought the fat girl was really hot, something about her.

>>3212486
Better advice for the girls it to show confidence and walk like they know where they're going. Rape isn't about the sex, it's about the power, and the kind of guy that's going to rape a girl is going to go for one that looks easily cowed, not one that's dressed skimpily.

Bringing far more then enough clothes is a straight way to awesome town. Sold a pair of pants and a shirt for fifty bucks to my now well dressed magician friend.

>>3212503

Too true, I just don't want some of these girls attracting the wrong kind of attention thats all.

More con advice for state and federal government employees/military/law enforcement ect. If you want to get a cheaper rate at the hotel you're planing on staying at, call the hotel and ask them what their "Per Diem" rates are and you'll get a damn good discount at your hotel of interest, BUT you MUST show your government credentials in order to get these cheap room rates.

Make sure to have a means to clean your clothes.

If you are bringing a musical instrument:

Bring extra strings/reeds/pegs/effect pedals/etc.

For String Players: Bring extra rosen, violin bow and mutes

Bring a tuner with you

MAKE SURE YOU DON"T LEAVE YOUR INSTRUMENT IN A HOT CAR. YOU DON'T WANNA SPEND AN HOUR IN THE CON TUNING UP YOUR INSTRUMENT!

Bring sheet music. Bonus points if you can sight read.

Bonus point if you play the violin, viola, cello, oboe, flute, basically any insturment that ain't the sax or guitar. I love saxes and guitars, but everyone plays them.

LEARN POPULAR ANIME AND VIDEO GAME AND CARTOON SONGS. BELIEVE ME ON THIS ONE!

MAKE SURE NOBODY GLOMPS YOU WHILE PERFORMING

TAKE A BREAK EVERY 15-30 MINS. YOU DOn'T WANNA BURN OUT AND PLAY LIKE SHIT!

CHECK TO SEE IF YOU CAN GET MONEY FOR PLAYING. YOU DON'T WANT THIS HAPPENING TO YOU: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ILBeW6Nl__w (Sad thing, he's an amazing player and didn't deserve to have his money taking away)

>>3212058

Serene warp and baby oi that shit. (Dammit I hate inside jokes at my workplace).

>>3211515
the pervy photographer was merely looking like he was zooming in on tits, but the photo only has the tits on sharp focus and the rest of her blurred.

additional noob tier PHOTO ADVICE:
If you have one of those big reflex cameras, consider getting a prime or getting a flashgun, if you havent already. Ofc always read the entire instruction manual and know how to use things like bracketing etc.

!!! SOME CONS DONT ALLOW YOU TO BRING BAGS INTO DEALER ROOM. a recent con only allowed bags smaller than 1 liter. My camerabag was just over that. If you are a protectionfreak and never want it out except when you want to take a pic, then buy one of those small camerabags it fits perfectly in.

hangover advice: nothings ever been proven to clear a hangover. The generally accepted fact however is that it has to do with your brain being dehydrated, since alchohol drains water from the body. Drink lots of water.

>>3213046

Continuing on n00bshooter advice: If you're just taking quick shots of people at the con, show them the shot of them you just took, and ask them if they like it/if they want a better one/if they want to try a different pose. Just 'cause you like the photo doesn't mean they will, after all. And I guess it ensures them that you're not just taking titshots.

If you're shooting on even a 16+ GB card, keep a spare. Never know if you'll lose the card or if it'll get corrupted.

General stuff:

Ignore the elevator, take the stairs. No matter what floor you're on, it'll probably be quicker.

Alarm clock.

Sandwiches and multivitamins.

Flask/water bottle containing either water or something with electrolytes. If you're gonna drink heavily, keep a bottle of Powerade/Gatorade handy, have some before you sleep. Kills (or at least drastically dulls) the hangover the next day.

>>3213046
I have pretty hideous hangovers most times so I've got some reasonable tips on that front.

drink lots of water, and you can take n-Acetyl-Cysteine + Vitamin C to help your liver flush that shit out.

Taurine also helps prevent liver hepatotoxicity caused by drinking so it's another good thing. 3 caps before and 3 caps after, iirc.

>>3211210
>>conhack
nothing in this thread is a hack

>>3213077
should add that the cysteine should be taken before and during your drinking.

>>3213071

No, hate on you mistry, but some convention centers like the garden state exhibition center is planned in such a reason. That going from the exhibit center to the con hotel with a wheel chair requires an elevator. It's mostly lazy otakus who can't walk down a flight of stars.

>Don't be a creepy fuck
>Shower, shower, FOR THE LOVE OF GOD TAKE A SHOWER.
>EAT SOMETHING. You don't want to be that one person who passes out in the middle of the con.
>If your costume doesn't have any bags or pockets, sew one into the inside and keep your wallet and cellphone in there. You never know what might happen.
>Use the buddy system!
>Bring feminine products if you're a girl. Remember, Aunt Flo hates you and will do everything in her power to make you miserable. Also, bring midol or tylenol or something.

>>3213150
"aunt Flo"?

... and then girl reprimand guys telling them off for naming their dick.

>>3213160
It's a common expression. Flo = flow = period.

Google it.

>>3213160
I'm a girl and that's a personal pet peeve of mine. What, you're too insecure to call something your body has been doing naturally since you were probably around 12 what it is? "Period" itself is a euphemism. Woman up. It's not a fucking dirty secret.

have netbook.

should i bring it, or not bother?

>>3213213
If you want to meet up with /cgl/ers, yes.

>>3213184
Interesting how you refrain from saying "menstruation" in the text of your post.

>>3212392
alternatives: almond butter, soy butter, sunflower butter.

>>3213184
so... does the music artist FLO RIDA actually signify tampon? .... because its riding in the flo and all?

I just used this because I think that using "flo" in each case is just terribly lame.

to me, aunt flo just sounds more juvenile than period, so I dont know why *I* have to "woman up"

>>3213213
if you have some way of keeping it safe, you might as well. But mostly its just too much of a hassle.

>>3213242

Almond butter? You're pulling my fat leg. That sounds fucking awesome.

Also a good idea, bring fruit AND a source of protein, it'll keep you going and you'll feel better if you actually eat something like an apple or an orange with breakfast/lunch. They can sit in your suitcase and be just fine.

>>3213258
It's delicious.

>>3212392
>peanut butter
>all the protein you need
>6 grams per serving
my face

>if you're going to AnimeNEXT, buy/find one pass and make photocopies for everyone else. The staff does not notice.

>Drink the entire time.

>>3213213
If you have a hotel room and wanna blog/write about your experince, yah.

>>3213176
It's Aunt Irma! Honestly!

>>3213268

... Well, shit, you're right.

Disregard what I said.

>>3213284
peanut butter is still great for getting enough calories for the day so you aren't starving, and a few days without proper proteins isn't going to do anything terrible to you.

Forgot my trip on that last post.

>>3212163
I saw that happen and got pissed for you. I used the damn stairs. My friend who used to attend AN is handicapped as well and something similar happened, so I feel for ya.

>>3212999
Anyone know baltimore's busking policies? I plan on lining up thursday and playing violin, taking requests etc for fun, but I don't know how this would play out if money were involved

>>3213284
According to /fit/ hardboiled eggs are good snacks/source of proteins.

Personally I would prepare tuna sandwich with sliced hardboiled egg. feels good man. Great served cold.

>>3213316
tuna is good broteins, if you have a cooler/room refrigerator then take the mixings for tuna salad up there.

Alternatively, just take lunchmeats.

YOU NEED MEATS

Tuna tastes like salty faeces

1.Dip
2.Duck
3.Dodge
4.Dive
5.Dodge.

Also, you don't need a retard kit like those listed if you aren't a retard. Just take nothing and leave from them EVERYTHING

>>3213330
HOW CAN YOU HAVE ANY PUDDING IF YOU DON'T EAT YOUR MEAT?!

1. Ask the hotel to put the incidentals on another card so you do not have unnecessary dollars put on hold.
2. Always keep your cell phone, camera and other electronics charged when you get back to the hotel room. Do this when you have a spare hour to stay in the room.
3. Get everything packed days before the convention. As a matter of fact, get everything packed and ready days before the convention begins so when you're ready to go, you grab your stuff and go.

Quick!

Let's archive this shit!

How is it that no one brought up spare pairs of shoes?! Seriously, walking the dealer's rooms and halls in your highest heels can make you look good but tire out your feet and make your legs feel like hell.

Even if they're cheap flats from Wal-Mart, better to be safe than sorry.

>>3213574
Probably because it seems too obvious to mention? It's not like people are going to be arriving and loading into their hotel in costume usually anyways, so "extra" shoes are just the shoes you're wearing.

Oh god yes on those spare flats.... nobody can really see what you are wearing on your feet by the end of the day. Vaseline for your thighs and armpits. Chaffing is really horrible, whether you're skinny or fat or chubby or whatever

Finish your cosplay BEFORE the con starts or before you leave for the con. YOU WILL NOT GET ANYTHING DONE IN THE HOTEL ROOM

Parking: If you plan on keeping your car parked in one of those pay by the hour lots for the whole weekend "lose" your ticket stub. The flat rate for lost tickets is way cheaper than parking for three days.

I agree with the whole shower business. Even if you're NOT some big sweaty person, you've been around enough people and body odor that will probably make you feel uncomfortable and disgusting. I personally shower every morning because I'm an early bird, but showering before you go to sleep is good too.

BRING FOOD. Some food may be expensive, just bring a bag of chips, sandwiches, etc.

BRING WATER//DRINKS. I've seen a lot of vendors take advantage of charging for drinks. I mean..what the shit. "THIS AIN'T WATER. THIS IS KAGOME'S TEARS. $5" I bring three bottles of water with me each day.

Keep your camera at your side if possible. See an awesome cosplayer walking by? You stop them and ask for a picture..shit you can't find your camera in your bag and have to dig for it. Try and have it on your person..speaking of..

If at all possible, keep your expensive items on your person, not in your bag. I've had a friend who had her camera, wallet, and phone stolen because it was in a plastic bag..yes that was retarded of her, but it could be a simple mistake that you make.

Don't scream like a fangirl/fanboy it's not cute or funny at all. Just don't do it.

>>3213729

This 10000x this

>>3213729
>Keep your camera at your side if possible. See an awesome cosplayer walking by? You stop them and ask for a picture..shit you can't find your camera in your bag and have to dig for it. Try and have it on your person..speaking of..

Get a small camera bag that you attach to your belt. I bought a cheap one at Radio Shack and it was useful for those times.

5-2-1 minimum per weekend: Get at least 5 hours of sleep, at least two proper meals (snack food doesn't count) and bathe once.

Sleep or bathing can substitute for a meal, Eating or bathing can substitute for sleep, but you have to bathe. No exceptions.

Seriously, just WATER WATER WATER. You'll much rather want to have to piss every five seconds than pass the dick out and have your whole day wrecked.

>>3214120
You should really reword your post, because I'm sure it's not what you mean, but 2 meals over 3-4 days is gonna be pretty taxing. Not to mention other people probably wouldn't appreciate you only taking one shower in that amount of time.

>>3213574
I second that. My feet were aching because I was in a stiletto cosplay.

Stay away from cosplay drama. Also, dont take up artist alley space and con dealer space. (REMY)
Second. Avoid the masquerade, if not part of it. Squeeing fan girls and bad audio are ahot.