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<\/a><\/p>\nMy first Fanime was in 2003 when I was living in the Bay Area. As a kid, it was the most fun I ever had at a con – I made friends, saw guests, collected autographs, collected swag, got a boyfriend, etc. In 2018, living in Southern California, I saw Fanime as an opportunity to reuinite with friends from the past to enjoy the things we love and connect through fandom. 2018 was a strong year for my fandoms – Fate, idols, 90s anime, and more! There was even a 90s anime meet up that I really enjoyed until a creeper kept creeping on me. While I knew Fanime security was on the look out for creepers, I wish there was a staff roaming at the meet up because I was to “frozen” to move or say anything. However, I wasn’t going to let one thirsty fanboy ruin my weekend.<\/p>\n
I liked the dealers hall – it’s much larger and roomier than previous Fanime’s. I liked looking at the variety of merch. The artist alley got wicked congested. I did like what artists I did see present. Programming was very diverse. I actually did partake on one of the martial arts workshops. I did like the late night panels I did sit on. Fanime also has strong 18+ panels in the evening. I laughed out loud at the otaku debate panel! Speaking of panelists, I was very honored to be a part of Fanime Con programming. I ran two panels with my partner, Jared the Greek. I was even thrilled when they asked us if we could run a panel at the last minute – History of Lupin III. That panel connected us to Lupin III fans at the con. I’m very glad we were given the opportunity to do it. Cosplay Wrestling Federation is THE cosplay event of this con. The Fanime masquerade is a shadow of its former self; Cosplay Wrestling Federation is one of the few events on the west coast where you can *be* your character in front of an audience.<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n