Last year's thread was a big help in organizing our osu! meet up (Thank you, 411662). I think it's about time we prepare for this year's meet up...and tournament perhaps?
why does the sizing keep breaking D:
Meet-Ups + Dinner - CHECK BACK HERE ONCE THE CON STARTS FOR UPDATES!!!
Meet up
Saturday May 25: 17:00 - 19:00 @ Sheraton Hotel (room TBA)
Group Dinners
Saturday May 25: 19:00 @ Sushi-ya Japan - 621 Dixon Road
Anime North Attendance List
As requested, here's a convention guide for AN2013 (directed at first time go-ers, but could be helpful to anyone
)
1. Print out all your tickets and confirmations
This includes pre-registration tickets, hotel reservations, moonlight ball tickets etc..
2. Pack your chargers and memory cards
Make sure you have everything you need for your cell phone, iPod, camera, laptops, etc.. Bring your 3DS to rake up hundreds of street passes
3. Wear comfortable shoes
Title says it all. You’ll be doing A LOT of walking. If you’re cosplaying, bring an alternate pair of shoes that you can slip into once your feet start aching.
4. Money!
If possible, stop and get cash BEFORE coming to the convention. You’ll want to avoid ATM’s at the convention. The line-ups are huge D: (heads up: DVD’s and figurines can get pretty expensive so make sure you have enough for all your expenses at the con! This way you won’t have to starve because you couldn’t part without that Axel PVC figure!)
5. Take a comfortable/light bag with you
Have a bag with you to carry all your personal items and, later, your purchases.
6. PACK WATER
STAY HYDRATED! Always have a water bottle on you. You’ll be surrounded by 20K people in hot weather (usually in the high 20’s °C)
7. Pack snacks
Most of the food options near the convention will have long lines. You can spend more time at the con if you pack some of your own snacks.
8. Research your food options before heading to the con
Look up their locations, menu, etc.. Plan where you wish to eat for breakfast, lunch, and dinner!
9. Have a look at the convention’s website in advance
Take note of the events/people you don’t want to miss.
10. Once you get it, DON’T FORGET YOUR BADGE.
You’ll need to have this on you at all times. You won’t be allowed into panels, events/activities, or the dealer’s room without it!
11. Plan to show up early for registration
Friday – starts at 1pm
Saturday – starts at 9am
Sunday – starts at 9:30am
If you’ve pre-registered you can pick up your pass on Thursday between 5pm-9pm
1. DRINK WATER! KEEP HYDRATED!
You should have a water bottle on you. You'll also find water stations set up everywhere around and inside the convention. YOU HAVE NO EXCUSE!
2. Read the Con guide [Try out the guidebook phone app!]
You’ll receive an information booklet with your badge at registration. It’ll contain the con rules and a detailed schedule of events. With a pen or highlighter, mark anything that catches your interest: games, panels, workshops, contests, band performances, dances, autograph sessions, and anime screenings.
3. Be mindful of your (and other’s) cosplay wigs, long trailing bits, and props in crowded spots
Try not to jab or hurt anyone with your cosplay and keep a look out yourself. Avoid stepping on someone’s cosplay.
4. Keep checking your phone regularly
You will not hear your phone most of the time! Always check your messages in case someone is trying to get a hold of you!
5. Bus and Transport between Venues
A convention shuttle service will run between the Toronto Congress Center, Doubletree Hotel and the Sheraton Hotel (see pocket program for times). There will be a special shuttle Friday night only to the Marriott Hotel for use by attendees of the Moonlight Ball.
6. Don’t be afraid to split up.
Don’t feel pressured to spend every min with your group of friends. It’s fine to go off to explore on your own or in pairs if you’re part of a large group. No matter how much you and your friends have in common, you won’t all want to do the same thing all of the time!
7. Don't spend the entire time at con doing the same thing.
Don’t just stay in the dealers room shopping or watch anime all day.
8. Take short breaks to do nothing. Just sit back and relax for bit.
9. Don’t wear heavy/thick cosplays or masks at any of the dances.
10. Line up early for big-name events.
Band performances, cosplay/voice/ AMV contests, and awards ceremonies. Get there early to grab a seat!
11. TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF!
Remember to eat, sleep, DRINK WATER, shower, and brush your teeth!
There is just way too many things going on for me list here, so I’ll just post my personal suggestions (minus panels and workshops!) and I encourage everyone else on this thread to do so as well!
At the Toronto Congress Centre
At the Sheraton Hotel
At the Double Tree Hotell
For more times and specifics (ie: types of panels, workshops, game shows/contests/activities) wait for the finished schedule to be posted on the official Anime North website or have a look at it once you receive your booklet at the convention.
Please share any tips you think I've missed/are important to add!
why does the sizing keep breaking D:
Saturday May 25: 17:00 - 19:00 @ Sheraton Hotel (room TBA)
Group Dinners
Saturday May 25: 19:00 @ Sushi-ya Japan - 621 Dixon Road
Anime North Attendance List
SPOILER
- 1. _Flower_
2. awp
3. blueasian
4. Bronkasaurus
5. Byakugan249
6. FurukawaPan
7. Giralda
8. Gundam-Dude
9. Haneii
10. Haruka
11. Hazian
12. jonathanlfj
13. Kiddo-Kun
14. Kitsunemimi
15. mm201
16. Nyquill
17. pmonibuv1
18. Rororonan
19. RythmicPurpose
20. those
21. Unagasu
22. Weez
23. Xakyrie
24. YodaSnipe
25. Yoshi_green
As requested, here's a convention guide for AN2013 (directed at first time go-ers, but could be helpful to anyone
) Anime North 101
Before the convention:
1. Print out all your tickets and confirmations
This includes pre-registration tickets, hotel reservations, moonlight ball tickets etc..
2. Pack your chargers and memory cards
Make sure you have everything you need for your cell phone, iPod, camera, laptops, etc.. Bring your 3DS to rake up hundreds of street passes
3. Wear comfortable shoes
Title says it all. You’ll be doing A LOT of walking. If you’re cosplaying, bring an alternate pair of shoes that you can slip into once your feet start aching.
4. Money!
If possible, stop and get cash BEFORE coming to the convention. You’ll want to avoid ATM’s at the convention. The line-ups are huge D: (heads up: DVD’s and figurines can get pretty expensive so make sure you have enough for all your expenses at the con! This way you won’t have to starve because you couldn’t part without that Axel PVC figure!)
5. Take a comfortable/light bag with you
Have a bag with you to carry all your personal items and, later, your purchases.
6. PACK WATER
STAY HYDRATED! Always have a water bottle on you. You’ll be surrounded by 20K people in hot weather (usually in the high 20’s °C)
7. Pack snacks
Most of the food options near the convention will have long lines. You can spend more time at the con if you pack some of your own snacks.
8. Research your food options before heading to the con
Look up their locations, menu, etc.. Plan where you wish to eat for breakfast, lunch, and dinner!
9. Have a look at the convention’s website in advance
Take note of the events/people you don’t want to miss.
10. Once you get it, DON’T FORGET YOUR BADGE.
You’ll need to have this on you at all times. You won’t be allowed into panels, events/activities, or the dealer’s room without it!
11. Plan to show up early for registration
Saturday – starts at 9am
Sunday – starts at 9:30am
If you’ve pre-registered you can pick up your pass on Thursday between 5pm-9pm
At the convention:
1. DRINK WATER! KEEP HYDRATED!
You should have a water bottle on you. You'll also find water stations set up everywhere around and inside the convention. YOU HAVE NO EXCUSE!
2. Read the Con guide [Try out the guidebook phone app!]
You’ll receive an information booklet with your badge at registration. It’ll contain the con rules and a detailed schedule of events. With a pen or highlighter, mark anything that catches your interest: games, panels, workshops, contests, band performances, dances, autograph sessions, and anime screenings.
3. Be mindful of your (and other’s) cosplay wigs, long trailing bits, and props in crowded spots
Try not to jab or hurt anyone with your cosplay and keep a look out yourself. Avoid stepping on someone’s cosplay.
4. Keep checking your phone regularly
You will not hear your phone most of the time! Always check your messages in case someone is trying to get a hold of you!
5. Bus and Transport between Venues
A convention shuttle service will run between the Toronto Congress Center, Doubletree Hotel and the Sheraton Hotel (see pocket program for times). There will be a special shuttle Friday night only to the Marriott Hotel for use by attendees of the Moonlight Ball.
6. Don’t be afraid to split up.
Don’t feel pressured to spend every min with your group of friends. It’s fine to go off to explore on your own or in pairs if you’re part of a large group. No matter how much you and your friends have in common, you won’t all want to do the same thing all of the time!
7. Don't spend the entire time at con doing the same thing.
Don’t just stay in the dealers room shopping or watch anime all day.
8. Take short breaks to do nothing. Just sit back and relax for bit.
9. Don’t wear heavy/thick cosplays or masks at any of the dances.
10. Line up early for big-name events.
Band performances, cosplay/voice/ AMV contests, and awards ceremonies. Get there early to grab a seat!
11. TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF!
Remember to eat, sleep, DRINK WATER, shower, and brush your teeth!
Areas of interest at AN 2013
There is just way too many things going on for me list here, so I’ll just post my personal suggestions (minus panels and workshops!) and I encourage everyone else on this thread to do so as well!
- Dealer’s Room: 300 tables of anime, manga, and much more, all for sale and waiting for you. Open all weekend.
Anime Themed Wrestling: I find it fun to watch. The wrestlers try to stay cannon throughout the match XD. Friday at 6 PM and Saturday at noon in Hall G.
J-Pop and J-Rave Dances: Dance Friday and Saturday nights away from 8 PM – 2 AM.
Nominochi: A Flea Market of used anime, manga, and assorted merchandise. Friday in Hall F from 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM.
Charity Auction: Help raise money for Sick Kids Hospital at an auction of anime merchandise. Sunday, noon in Hall G.
Otakubaloo: Music and dancing on an outdoor stage. West side of TCC.
Nagata Shachu: Japanese Taiko Drumming performance. Outdoor stage on west side of TCC, Saturday 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
- Video Gaming, Retro Arcade, and LAN Party: More computers, new and old, than you can handle. Includes DDR, running all weekend.
Manga Library: Sit down for a bit and read one of the hundreds of volumes available.
Anime Family Feud - Last year it was a "mahou shoujo showdown": Sailor Scouts vs The Puella Magi of Madoka Magica. Not sure what it'll it be this year but seems fun - Friday at 6pm
Video Game Name That Tune - Friday at 7pm
Karaoke - Friday at 11pm
Anime Name That Tune - Saturday at 10am
Anime Jeopardy followed by MLP Jeopardy - Saturday at 1pm and 2pm, respectively.
Anime Music Video Awards
Anime North Idol Finals - Saturday at 3:30pm
For more times and specifics (ie: types of panels, workshops, game shows/contests/activities) wait for the finished schedule to be posted on the official Anime North website or have a look at it once you receive your booklet at the convention.
Please share any tips you think I've missed/are important to add!
