gender makes a big difference at cons?

As a greak poke prof once asked:
"Are you a boy or are you a girl?"

>>3319073
Boy with girly frame. No, I am not a yaoi fan.

"Free Hugs" signs are not your friends.

1) Have a plan. Find the schedule and highlight some things you want to go to or might be interested in. You'll want to sit down and relax pretty frequently

2) Pack some food and snacks and WATER. Con food and surrounding area can get expensive and crowded. Water is just plain obvious.

3) Save the merchandise for when you're about to leave, so you don't have to lug it around or God forbid lose it.

4) It's okay to ask people for pictures. Just address them by their character name and ask if you could take a photo. Be mindful about doing this in crowded areas or if the person looks hurried or haggard.

5) Sit back and grin. You'll see some pretty funny and goofy things. Just take it in stride and embrace your inner geek.

>>3319094

Right. no free hugs... stay away!

also if you can pull of looking like a girl... then... beware of creeper guys who dont know the diffance... and if you stay a boy, then beware of stalker fangirls who WILL follow you around.

>>3319094
This.
Fucking this.

>>3319094
I always thought about making a sign that says
Hugs - Free
Deluxe hugs - $1
MEGA DELUXE HUGS - $2
Shirtless hugs - $2

Deluxe hugs include that pat/back rub.
Mega deluxe hugs include that and compliments.
Shirtless hugs are shirtless.

I honestly want to do this JUST to see who pays for what if anyone pays.

*HOTELS*
1. Hotels that usually host the convention usually have higher prices. It's best to find a cheap hotel or even a motel that is of walking distances of no more than five minutes. Also, make sure said hotel isn't near a busy highway or intersection.

2. KEEP YOUR KEY ON YOU AT ALL TIMES!

3. It's worth walking to your hotel from the convention hall to store the crap you brought.

4. "Do not Disturb" signs are your best friends if you and your mate are gettin' down.

5. Keep values outta plain sight. Yeah, some hotel maids will steal your shit.

6. Have your friends split the hotel bill with you if you don't have enough money.

*HEALTH AND WELLFARE*

1 DO NOT FUCKIN' DRINK THE RAVE WATER. A friend of mines had a bad experience with this. Thankfully, her boyfriend was with her so nothing bad happen.

2. DRINK WATER AND REMEMBER TO EAT!

3. Got lucky and gonna tap it? Remember to wrap it and ask about the partner's sexual history and ask if he or she been tested. If you got a gut feeling, trust it.

3A. Lubrication is also your best friend.


4. CARRY YOUR MEDICINE WITH YOU! It ain't worth having an asthma attack or going to diabetic shock during a convention and forget to take your meds because you wanna see your favorite V.A.'s panel. It ain't.

5. Get some fresh air dammit!

6. TAKE A BATH EVERY FUCKIN' DAY AND NIGHT!

7. DO NOT FORGET ABOUT YOUR PERSONAL HEATH PRODUCTS LIKE TAMPONS AND DEODORANT!

*FANS, COSPLAYERS, AND PICTURES - OH MY*

1. If somebody ask for a picture and do it with respect and goodwill, stop, smile, pose, and take the picture.

2. If you're taking a picture, do it with respect and show the person the camera's image (to prove you ain't taking a perverted picture or anything)

2A. IF somehow somebody gives you a fanservice picture, DO NOT POST IT ONLINE! Just don't do it because you don't want somebody rep ruin or cause somebody to lose a job or something.

3. REPORT ALL UNWANTED GLOMPS AND TOUCHES TO THE NEAREST STAFF MEMBER ASAP!

4. ASK TO TOUCH A PROP! FUCK-ING ASK!

5. FUCKIN' ASK TO HANG OUT WITH A GROUP WHO'S DOING THE SAME DAMN SERIES AS YOU ARE! You don't wanna be that creepy fucker follwin' niggas around.

What can I do about the glomping fat girls that do so without your permission?

>>3319472
Yell at them. Tell them to back the fuck away

>>3319491
But then they'll cry, and /DRAMA/ will happen...

>>3319472

Knee them in the gut or kick them in the face nad break their nose.


Or legally do what this one anon did: Basically cry. Yes. Cry very loud like you been badly hurt and draw attention. When that is done, walk outta the public eye and laugh evilly at the fact you trick everyone into think you really got fucked up.

Hmm.. I see.
On average, how much money did you need to go to a Con? (Hotel, Merchandise, Food, Travel...)

>>3319509
100$+.

>>3319513
You
ll need much, much more than $100...

>>3319513
HA HA HA, OH WOW

>>3319509
You need at LEAST 400 to do a con proper.
This is including entry fee, hotel for 2 days, an OH SHIT fund, and a little spending money.
YOU DON'T BUY FOOD AT THE CON AREA. Bring shit with you. DO NOT JUST GET RAMEN, ESPECIALLY IN SUMMER, HEAT STROKE ISN'T COOL.

>>3319509
Okay, Imma cut this down into four parts

Hotel: Anywhere between $69.99 a night to $99.99 a night. This is where friends come into play in terms of spiting the bill.

For example, the last convention I went to (Natsucon 2010 St. Louis), the hotel rate was 89.99 a night. If i had the money, I would had say there for Friday and Saturday night so...

89.99x2 = $179.98 USD

PRO-TIP: Book a hotel room about 6-10 months in advance to get cheaper rates.

Food: I wouldn't spend more than say $30 on food during the convention. AVOID convention food as they are overprice. If you were like me and went home to eat because the convention was near your crib, eat at home once you get there.

Travel: Varies. If you are going to a local small convention, take the bus. It will be worth it. It's cheaper than buying gas. Be aware of what time does the bus and train lines end because you don't wanna be stuck near an area you do not know.

If you are going out of town, obvious gas prices are different. If your car has great MPG, you should be in luck. If not, I would say expect to spend at least $50-$150 on gas.

PRO-TIP: Buy a monthly bus pass and lrn2drive. Also, have at least two people that know how to drive and one person that knows how to fix cars. CARRY YOUR FUCKIN' INSURANCE CARD ON YOU!!!!

Merchandise: $35 - $300 (I am NOT joking). This will eat your money up the most. I hate to say it, but avoid the dealer room until the very last day of the con near closing hours. Many dealers will cut price big time so they can get rid their shit.

PRO-TIP: If you get a VIP pass from a convention, use it. Many VIP passes will reduce prices big time.


Grand total: You looking at anywhere between $25-$1000+ for the convention experince. It's best to budget, book early, and register early my man to save money.

>>3319635
>Hotel: Anywhere between $69.99 a night to $99.99 a night.
Higher. Much higher. I don't think I've ever been to a convention where the con hotel was less than $99 a night. Usually $120-140.

>>3319682

My bad. I was thinking about if you book a room like a few months in advance.

As has been said, DON'T BUY FOOD AT THE CON. Shit will rape your wallet. Whether it's dealer room junk food, or whatever the hotel is selling, it can and probably WILL be expensive.

If you're driving to the con because it's close, bring a cooler with delicious sandwiches or something, maybe research any nearby restaurants to see what's reasonably affordable. If you can't do that, bring some decent snacks; trail mix, granola bars...In any case, don't just eat junk food from the dealer's room. It will not help.

Water is a must.

Keep an eye on your shit. I've heard so many stories about people having their stuff stolen or lost, it ridiculous. I don't care how cool that person you just met is, don't leave your stuff with them while you're in the toilet. You just take that stuff with you.

Have headache medicine on you.

If you're staying at the hotel, SLEEP A DECENT AMOUNT. This sounds obvious, but I've been to cons with people who stay in the arcade the whole time, sleep for maybe an hour, get back up, go to the arcade...by the time the con is over, they're a wreck.

Don't be an asshole. The rules of society and proper etiquette still apply. Maybe you can be a little sillier than normal, but don't act like a jackass just because you're at a con with a bunch of other nerds.

As a resident cosplaying photographer of /cgl/ do yourself a favor: Bring a camera. Even a shitty Point and Shoot is better than nothing. You will see lots of cosplayers and trust me you will find a favorite cosplay that you will regret not taking a picture of.

Bring a camera with you so you can share the memories of the con with anyone if they ask.