Fanime 2006-Feedback Thread

[Eri Kagami]

Most of my feedback can be found on my "conclusion" part of my con report:

http://scarlet-rhapsody.com/traveling/fanime2006/final.htm

I originally posted something here, but it got deleted. The gist of it is all in the above website.

[M]

Thanks for the feedback everyone. I would say that the staff has been busy reading the posts but I'm sure that you've seen them post (even if you only read one page!).

Next year, the FanimeCon staff promise bigger and better things. All excuses aside, keep all of the positive comments coming. Just please don't assume that:

A) Fanime has a million extra dollars lying around.
B) Your opinions and such are fact. It's ok to give us your opinions, but please keep it PG.

Notes for current and future attendees:

1) Fanime management always pays attention to what happens before, during, and after the convention. There are staffers (like myself :P) that work year-round. Ask anyone that has emailed registration@fanime (there's a 1/5 chance that I answered your email personally) or my email (milton@fanime). If you have a suggestion, post it in the suggestions forum or in threads like these. This is how we get events and ideas like Stage Zero, a bigger e-gaming and arcade room, more dealers, etc.

2) If you have a problem, ask a staff member for help. If that staff member is being rude to you, get his badge number. For all staff and attendees, the badge number is a four digit alphanumeric digit on the left side of the badge (if it's laminated) or on the bottom left (if it's not laminated). The number was put there so reports of harassment (and etc.) could be reported without having to remember a person's full name.

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Ok, now to answer concerns that relate to any department that I handle (as I don't want to step on the other two division head's toes and answer their questions):

- Schedules: As PimpstressRei (Department Head - Publications) said, schedules will be in a bigger font next year (huge compared to this year ;)). Fluffy died and we had no back-up plan. DOH! Bad planning on my behalf. Jason (Division Head - Programming) already promised that we would have schedules two weeks before Fanime '07. If he doesn't stick to his words, I will have a public grilling on Stage Zero. Oh wait, he has ultimate say on what happens at Stage Zero... so uhh... I'll "try" to have one. Hopefully, we won't have to think about that at all.

- Registration: We are adding on two booths next year. I believe that we will be at our limit of booths in the registration area. Two booths equals four more staffers able to take registration. Hopefully, this will short the lines down to an even more respectable level. This year, we shortened the lines down by at least two hours from Fanime '05. No excuses, just facts. If you have any suggestions on how to get the lines down even further, please post here or email registration@fanime

Just so you guys know, if you ever have a suggestion for staff, you could always reply to this thread, make a thread on the "suggestions" board, or email them (their email address is always departmentname@fanime.com).

Enjoy! =)

[Spiritsnare]

Jason (Division Head - Programming) already promised that we would have schedules two weeks before Fanime '07. If he doesn't stick to his words, I will have a public grilling on Stage Zero. Oh wait, he has ultimate say on what happens at Stage Zero... so uhh... I'll "try" to have one.

What you do in the event of this happening is a "hit-and-run" on Stage Zero: "By the way, I'd like to make a semi-official announcement that...about the schedules? It's all Jason's fault!!" -- followed by a quick escape towards the office or video room of your choice.

[KitsuneOniko]

To quote from mah kuya wendell:

"I don't believe that we currently need another host, because as far as I'm concerned, I would give much priority to the hosts of this year's Stage Zero as we were only in the first year of this experiment, and they deserve a second chance. I'd love to have Seanie back. If Rey-Rey was willing to trek up to our part of California, he's got a spot here. Also much love goes to Oniko, having busted her butt with stage direction, and even becoming an unofficial host of Stage Zero, and if she wanted to be a host again, her spot is reserved. What I really would like to see are more people to help Sean Barber and running the soundboards and technical stuff, because he was more overworked than us hosts (although it is a very draining experience). We just need helpers so that our hosts will be able to have their rest, or have time to be their usual chick magnets selves *coughRey-Rey&Onikocough*. "

While it was tiring at times and A LOT of work, I loved the rush and I am sure you could tell I was havin fun with it at the same time ^_~ I so would love to help out again of course for Stage Zero next year! =D There is no doubt about that lol! As for the chick magnet thing *has evil grin* I've NO CLUE what you are talkin bout ^_~ >:D

"I appreciate that people actually want to see J-rock, J-pop, J-hip-hop artists and their music videos on Stage Zero. I would love to show more of these music videos, but our resources are limited. That being said, if anyone is willing to provide us with Asian music videos, we'd be more than willing to take them in and, after screening them, we'd put them into the video rotation for our Stage. Like Jason said, we're not all anime music videos...
I wouldn't mind a J-rock/J-pop cosplay competition. That might be an idea to consider to have for next year. Then again, I think I speak for a majority of the hosts of Stage Zero: if someone is more than willing to cosplay as Koda Kumi and wants to perform for our Stage, I'M ALL FOR IT!!!! "

SOMEONE WHO AGREES WITH ME!! XDD We also should showcase Jpop and Jrock n MV's because Japan's culture is NOT JUST anime! (I should know, being part Japanese myself ^^;...) And kuya? XD You remembered that lil idea we had about like cosplayin as famous jpop stars or what not?! I said I would soooo do that if more ppl were willing to participate too! ^_~ I do know all of Koda Kumi's MV's and dances by heart after all and I do know her outfits very well X3 <3

To quote now from my kuya rey:

"I appreciate the props, Wendell. And kudos to everyone involved with Stage Zero and I know the shoutouts have been long overdue for you guys (that means all of you: Sean Barber, Oniko, Yuni, Eric, Seanie, Cheska, Rob Miles, Jason Ebner... if I missed any of you, apologies)...."

Thank you to all of you guys too! It was awesome crazy fun! ^_~ <333

~Oniko <3

[Mr. Wendell]

While it was tiring at times and A LOT of work, I loved the rush and I am sure you could tell I was havin fun with it at the same time ^_~ I so would love to help out again of course for Stage Zero next year! =D There is no doubt about that lol! As for the chick magnet thing *has evil grin* I've NO CLUE what you are talkin bout ^_~ >:D

You may not have any clue...but I have PICTURES!!!  :twisted:

SOMEONE WHO AGREES WITH ME!! XDD We also should showcase Jpop and Jrock n MV's because Japan's culture is NOT JUST anime! (I should know, being part Japanese myself ^^;...) And kuya? XD You remembered that lil idea we had about like cosplayin as famous jpop stars or what not?! I said I would soooo do that if more ppl were willing to participate too! ^_~ I do know all of Koda Kumi's MV's and dances by heart after all and I do know her outfits very well X3 <3

You are so going to dance to "Juicy."  :twisted:

[ADORABLEAZN06]

fanime 2007, i cant wait, hope this year will have better guests than last yr

[Devi 1313]

The only suggestion I can think of is more food booths like the sushi and teriyaki booth! Didn't they run out by like Sunday or Saturday and not come back? I would've loved to have more options than nachos, pocky, or walking down the street for fast food.

[~~Loktera~~]

The only suggestion I can think of is more food booths like the sushi and teriyaki booth! Didn't they run out by like Sunday or Saturday and not come back? I would've loved to have more options than nachos, pocky, or walking down the street for fast food.

We Need a Maid Cafe

[Rufus Shinra]

Thanks for the feedback everyone. I would say that the staff has been busy reading the posts but I'm sure that you've seen them post (even if you only read one page!).

Next year, the FanimeCon staff promise bigger and better things. All excuses aside, keep all of the positive comments coming. Just please don't assume that:

A) Fanime has a million extra dollars lying around.
B) Your opinions and such are fact. It's ok to give us your opinions, but please keep it PG.

Notes for current and future attendees:

1) Fanime management always pays attention to what happens before, during, and after the convention. There are staffers (like myself :P) that work year-round. Ask anyone that has emailed registration@fanime (there's a 1/5 chance that I answered your email personally) or my email (milton@fanime). If you have a suggestion, post it in the suggestions forum or in threads like these. This is how we get events and ideas like Stage Zero, a bigger e-gaming and arcade room, more dealers, etc.

2) If you have a problem, ask a staff member for help. If that staff member is being rude to you, get his badge number. For all staff and attendees, the badge number is a four digit alphanumeric digit on the left side of the badge (if it's laminated) or on the bottom left (if it's not laminated). The number was put there so reports of harassment (and etc.) could be reported without having to remember a person's full name.

--

Ok, now to answer concerns that relate to any department that I handle (as I don't want to step on the other two division head's toes and answer their questions):

- Schedules: As PimpstressRei (Department Head - Publications) said, schedules will be in a bigger font next year (huge compared to this year ;)). Fluffy died and we had no back-up plan. DOH! Bad planning on my behalf. Jason (Division Head - Programming) already promised that we would have schedules two weeks before Fanime '07. If he doesn't stick to his words, I will have a public grilling on Stage Zero. Oh wait, he has ultimate say on what happens at Stage Zero... so uhh... I'll "try" to have one. Hopefully, we won't have to think about that at all.

- Registration: We are adding on two booths next year. I believe that we will be at our limit of booths in the registration area. Two booths equals four more staffers able to take registration. Hopefully, this will short the lines down to an even more respectable level. This year, we shortened the lines down by at least two hours from Fanime '05. No excuses, just facts. If you have any suggestions on how to get the lines down even further, please post here or email registration@fanime

Just so you guys know, if you ever have a suggestion for staff, you could always reply to this thread, make a thread on the "suggestions" board, or email them (their email address is always departmentname@fanime.com).

Enjoy! =)

I know this is probably a dumb question, but I'll ask anyway. Have you thought of making a factory type line like at the AX? You know, the first booth takes the con-goer's money, next prints out the badges, next hands out the goody bags with stuff in them, etc.???

[Rufus Shinra]

I thought I was a pretty dedicated otaku, but I was embarrassed to learn that I didn't know most of the guests who came this year! I would love to meet the guests and get their autographs, but only after I learn a little more about them so I don't look too stupid. lol

[Tony]

I know this is probably a dumb question, but I'll ask anyway. Have you thought of making a factory type line like at the AX? You know, the first booth takes the con-goer's money, next prints out the badges, next hands out the goody bags with stuff in them, etc.???

Hey, not a bad idea. Pipeline it!

Great, computer engineering comes back to haunt me...

I thought I was a pretty dedicated otaku, but I was embarrassed to learn that I didn't know most of the guests who came this year! I would love to meet the guests and get their autographs, but only after I learn a little more about them so I don't look too stupid. lol

My suggestion is to check the website, and then check out what our guests have worked on. The wildcard is, of course, Yamaga-san... he's had a hand in everything GAINAX and then some...

[Rufus Shinra]

Why do I keep seeing porn listed on this website? That's not what it's about! Can you guys please cut these diseased people off???

[Barnes]

Spambots. Just ignore them. Don't post in their topics.

[Rufus Shinra]

Spambots. Just ignore them. Don't post in their topics.

No problem there! Thanks.

[the4ork]

Feedback for 2006? I'd rather not indulge to prevent any injury to anyones pride or face.
Granted, I came from the days when fanime was about 1/10th the size of what it is now, when dealers rooms only had imported items with anime plastered on the floors, walls, and ceilings, and you had to wait 2 hours in line in the rain (yes,it rained that year and the line went OUTSIDE!!!! Only old-timers would remember this) just to get in.

Granted, not as old-timer-ish as some other people, but since I didnt move here since 96 I'm doing okay :wink:

All I have to say is... Fanime isn't what it used to be. :(

[slifertheskydragon]

i think fanime 2006 needed more fan involvement, like maybe fanart/cosplay contests.

[koella]

I have to agree.  I remember past Fanime Con conventions where there were (if I reall correctly, which I might not) 2 dealership rooms that were nearly all full.  2006's con I think turned one of those rooms into the game room, and the one dealership room was half empty.  I'm not asking for the staff to go ballistic trying to find dealers,  but if that's not possible at least there should be decorations around.  As stated above, a lot of fan involvement such as fanart and things around the walls would make it a lot better.
Also the artist's room seemed also very empty.  I prefered it outside in the main area which was left empty except for a stage.  For me it was more enjoyable to glance at artists' tables as I walked from one room to another.
Overall I had to say I didn't enjoy 2006's con as well as the previous years.  I didn't get that feeling of activeness and enthusiasm as I usually did.

Oh, and I also wonder wanted to know why the convention was moved to the San Jose convention center from the Santa Clara one.

[Barnes]

As far as I know, Santa Clara CC was getting too crowded for Fanime. It needed more room, so that is why it moved.

[Rufus Shinra]

I have to agree.  I remember past Fanime Con conventions where there were (if I reall correctly, which I might not) 2 dealership rooms that were nearly all full.  2006's con I think turned one of those rooms into the game room, and the one dealership room was half empty.  I'm not asking for the staff to go ballistic trying to find dealers,  but if that's not possible at least there should be decorations around.  As stated above, a lot of fan involvement such as fanart and things around the walls would make it a lot better.
Also the artist's room seemed also very empty.  I prefered it outside in the main area which was left empty except for a stage.  For me it was more enjoyable to glance at artists' tables as I walked from one room to another.
Overall I had to say I didn't enjoy 2006's con as well as the previous years.  I didn't get that feeling of activeness and enthusiasm as I usually did.

Oh, and I also wonder wanted to know why the convention was moved to the San Jose convention center from the Santa Clara one.

I agree the 2006 Fanime Con was a bit more empty than last year's, but the space will surely fill up in the next years. And I really enjoyed the location of the hotels attached to the Fanime Con. I used a wheelchair and it was way easier to go directly from the hotel floor to the convention so I've got no problems there! ^-^  I am hoping that more artists will be able to fill the Artist's Alley though. It seemed rather sadly empty.

[KitsuneOniko]

While it was tiring at times and A LOT of work, I loved the rush and I am sure you could tell I was havin fun with it at the same time ^_~ I so would love to help out again of course for Stage Zero next year! =D There is no doubt about that lol! As for the chick magnet thing *has evil grin* I've NO CLUE what you are talkin bout ^_~ >:D

You may not have any clue...but I have PICTURES!!!  :twisted:

SOMEONE WHO AGREES WITH ME!! XDD We also should showcase Jpop and Jrock n MV's because Japan's culture is NOT JUST anime! (I should know, being part Japanese myself ^^;...) And kuya? XD You remembered that lil idea we had about like cosplayin as famous jpop stars or what not?! I said I would soooo do that if more ppl were willing to participate too! ^_~ I do know all of Koda Kumi's MV's and dances by heart after all and I do know her outfits very well X3 <3

You are so going to dance to "Juicy."  :twisted:

*GASPS* I thought I burnt all those pics?! XDD lol j/k j/k ^^ But really, I don't think I am THAT much of a "chick magnet" :oops: And "juicy"? I really like "trust you" "XXX Feat. Soulhead" and "Selfish" "Chase" isn't bad either tho ^_~