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Title: Fanime 2018 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 2/23
Post by: Imperial on October 26, 2015, 02:31:50 PM
Hello Everyone,

Hey everyone! We're only a few weeks from con time, and we're so hyped at all the submissions that we've gotten so far! We're at 60 approved submissions so far this year, with some more on the way!! We're here to give an update on those approved submissions, along with some exciting news!

Publications:
First off, we're happy to announce that our Cosplay Gatherings will be printed in the books this year!! It'll be printed with a map and time and place and everything, so it'll make it way easier for people to find and attend them!! To have your gathering included in the books, your gathering must be submitted and approved by APRIL 27th!! We're still accepting submissions a little after that, but we won't be able to put it in the book!

Large gatherings:
For gatherings that anticipate having over 60 people, we've been told that we have to schedule to have extra security on site for them. The deadline for those are APRIL 15th!! It's right around the corner, we know. We kind of got this notice really last minute, so if you anticipate a gathering that large but haven't been able to fully submit/get approval, please message us so we can still ask for that extra security! We can still accept the large gatherings after this date, but please let us know sooner than later so we can get the required extra security!!

Staff deadline:
This is a small extra we're throwing in here-- if you are interested in staffing with our department this year but have been putting it off, now's the time to throw in your hat! We're always looking to bring on more staff that are passionate about cosplaying and helping people organize and have fun :) your experience level doesn't have to be top star quality (though we appreciate it if you have that!), we're really more looking for people who have passion about this stuff as much as we do! The deadline for that is right around the corner too, APRIL 14th!! Message us to let us know that you're interested before that day and we'll talk :)

Alrighty y'all, that's the last of our updates for now. We'll keep posting stuff as we go along. Can't wait to see you all soon!!

Love,
CGD
Title: Re: Fanime 2016 Cosplay Gatherings News Update (10/26)
Post by: SquishyK on October 28, 2015, 12:44:11 PM
Hi! Thanks for the update. Will there be a specific Facebook page/group set up for finding and organizing Fanime Panels? Or will they still be primarily organized here with the official list posted on FB/Twitter?
Title: Re: Fanime 2016 Cosplay Gatherings News Update (10/26)
Post by: Imperial on October 28, 2015, 08:17:55 PM
Unfortunately, I cant speak on their behalf, ill beep them to check in here.
Title: Re: Fanime 2016 Cosplay Gatherings News Update (10/26)
Post by: ghoulpixel on October 29, 2015, 05:26:10 PM
Congrats for being the new head! I hope everything goes well on your behalf and good luck with the organization this year!!
Title: Re: Fanime 2016 Cosplay Gatherings News Update (10/26)
Post by: SquishyK on October 30, 2015, 09:43:19 AM
Quote from: Imperial on October 28, 2015, 08:17:55 PM
Unfortunately, I cant speak on their behalf, ill beep them to check in here.
I'm sorry I miss typed. I meant Cosplay Gatherings, NOT fanime panels. I must have had panels on the brain. my bad.
Title: Re: Fanime 2016 Cosplay Gatherings News Update (10/26)
Post by: Nina Star 9 on October 31, 2015, 07:52:16 AM
I was wondering who was going to take over. Congrats!

Sad about the move to FB, as I don't have an account, but I'm also not planning on hosting gatherings, so hopefully it won't be too much of an issue. Will there will be posts here in the forums that I can either reply to with with plans for a certain gathering, or so I can at least see which gatherings are being held without having to dig through FB and hope I find the posts there? At the very least, will there be a complete list of gatherings posted here, so I can view them?
Title: Re: Fanime 2016 Cosplay Gatherings News Update (10/26)
Post by: KingDedede on November 01, 2015, 06:19:41 PM
Congrats! m8
Hoping to find a smash bros gathering!
Also somewhat new to Fanime, seeing as 2016 will only be my second year.
None the  less, excited
Title: Re: Fanime 2016 Cosplay Gatherings News Update (10/26)
Post by: Kite on November 01, 2015, 07:46:40 PM
First, congrats.

Second, do we now have to go to facebook to sign in our gatherings?
Title: Re: Fanime 2016 Cosplay Gatherings News Update (10/26)
Post by: SkylerKarashi on November 01, 2015, 09:28:29 PM
Quote from: KingDedede on November 01, 2015, 06:19:41 PM
Congrats! m8
Hoping to find a smash bros gathering!
Also somewhat new to Fanime, seeing as 2016 will only be my second year.
None the  less, excited

I plan to run smash again at a better time this year. :3
Title: Re: Fanime 2016 Cosplay Gatherings News Update (10/26)
Post by: Imperial on November 01, 2015, 11:31:15 PM
So, for clarifacation, I will aim to have all info on gatherings both on here and social media's for THIS YEAR. I will make sure one links to the other, so you know where the mothership will be stationed at both areas.
Quote from: Nina Star 9 on October 31, 2015, 07:52:16 AM
At the very least, will there be a complete list of gatherings posted here, so I can view them?
With the new form, I Hope, Hope, that I can make a master list on the Fanime Host Site (as in, not hidden in the forums, like, easy peasy from front page of fanime website) that will either be a mirror or the same as I post here and social medias.
Quote from: pitin on October 30, 2015, 09:43:19 AM
Quote from: Imperial on October 28, 2015, 08:17:55 PM
Unfortunately, I cant speak on their behalf, ill beep them to check in here.
I'm sorry I miss typed. I meant Cosplay Gatherings, NOT fanime panels. I must have had panels on the brain. my bad.
I am still asking on that (since its a representation of con outside of here, I do need to ask), again, soon as everything is nailed down for me to report out, I will.
Title: Re: Fanime 2016 Cosplay Gatherings News Update (10/26)
Post by: Angelx624 on November 02, 2015, 02:26:51 AM
Congrats on being the new head!!

So.... gathering threads on here will still be a thing, right? :o
Title: Re: Fanime 2016 Cosplay Gatherings News Update (10/26)
Post by: bahamutknightzero on November 02, 2015, 06:01:41 PM
Congrats and thanks for the clarification. Hopefully I don't get all lost in the confusion
Title: Re: Fanime 2016 Cosplay Gatherings News Update (10/26)
Post by: InsaneDavid on December 03, 2015, 04:25:51 PM
Congratulations and thank you for the update.
Title: Re: Fanime 2016 Cosplay Gatherings News Update (10/26)
Post by: Rodney_Pheonix on December 04, 2015, 11:19:31 AM
Quote from: Angelx624 on November 02, 2015, 02:26:51 AM
Congrats on being the new head!!

So.... gathering threads on here will still be a thing, right? :o


Seconding this on all counts.
Title: Re: Fanime 2016 Cosplay Gatherings News Update (10/26)
Post by: Avairrianna on January 06, 2016, 02:01:45 PM
Glad to see you here! I'll help in what ever way I can. Looking forward to the move to Facebook and would love links to them whenever that gets moving!
Title: Re: Fanime 2016 Cosplay Gatherings News Update (1/7)
Post by: Imperial on January 07, 2016, 05:38:59 PM
Top Post updated, although small. sorry.
Title: Re: Fanime 2016 Cosplay Gatherings News Update (1/7)
Post by: Angelx624 on January 07, 2016, 08:13:58 PM
Thanks for the update!! And I know things can't really be said til stuff is set in stone. So we will be patient til then!!
Title: Re: Fanime 2016 Cosplay Gatherings News Update (1/7)
Post by: Cosplay Circus on January 14, 2016, 11:04:31 PM
Any news on the horizon since the meeting?
Title: Re: Fanime 2016 Cosplay Gatherings News Update (1/7)
Post by: Imperial on January 19, 2016, 01:56:09 PM
updated, with info I can GIVE, YAY.
Title: Re: Fanime 2016 Cosplay Gatherings News Update (1/7)
Post by: ghoulpixel on January 19, 2016, 04:46:14 PM
Thanks for the update!! Is the form gonna be similar to what we had in the past or completely and totally different?
Title: Re: Fanime 2016 Cosplay Gatherings News Update (1/7)
Post by: Imperial on January 19, 2016, 05:05:54 PM
Quote from: KomaedaNagito on January 19, 2016, 04:46:14 PM
Thanks for the update!! Is the form gonna be similar to what we had in the past or completely and totally different?
Similar, Same information given to me, just more streamlined, and more excepting of elsewhere postings. Think of it as a 2.0 version of the old format.
Title: Re: Fanime 2016 Cosplay Gatherings News Update (1/19)
Post by: Imperial on February 02, 2016, 06:14:04 PM
Updated with more information for Gatherings. If at worse I do not have a form, we will start set up for request times within a week of the next staff meeting. Thanks!
Title: Re: Fanime 2016 Cosplay Gatherings News Update (2/2)
Post by: Imperial on March 14, 2016, 03:46:50 PM
Update! TL;DR forms just bout done, and there is a due date posted for form done with forum post.
Title: Re: Fanime 2016 Cosplay Gatherings News Update (2/2)
Post by: Angelx624 on March 14, 2016, 09:52:53 PM
Thank you for the heads up!! :D
Title: Re: Fanime 2016 Cosplay Gatherings News Update (3/21)
Post by: Imperial on March 21, 2016, 09:23:50 PM
Updated, With news about when the Gatherings list will be updated.
Title: Re: Fanime 2016 Cosplay Gatherings News Update (3/21)
Post by: Angelx624 on March 29, 2016, 10:51:50 PM
I noticed when submitting my second gathering form that Monday wasn't listed under preferred time slots. Are Monday gatherings impossible this time around? :(
Title: Re: Fanime 2016 Cosplay Gatherings News Update (3/21)
Post by: Imperial on April 10, 2016, 03:46:21 PM
Top post updated.

Now to update the list,  ;D
Title: Re: Fanime 2016 Cosplay Gatherings News Update (3/21)
Post by: therandomeer on April 11, 2016, 12:20:53 PM
I'm really surprised no one jumped on the wagon for an Osomatsu-san gathering. Any news around the area if one will come to life?
Title: Re: Fanime 2016 Cosplay Gatherings News Update (3/21)
Post by: souseiseki on April 14, 2016, 10:46:35 PM
this is my submission, i apologize for it being so late!

this is for Wonderland 2016 gathering. all the info is included

http://forums.fanime.com/index.php/topic,19172.msg475567.html#msg475567

Day: Sunday
Time: 10:30am
MP: G4~ The Hub or Riser Stage

This includes:

Alice in Wonderland (Movie, Cartoon, Book)
Heart No Kuni No Alice
Pandora Hearts(?)
Miyuki-chan in Wonderland
Looking Glass Wars
And feel free to add more.

People:

People:

Alice's:
White Rabbit's:
Mad Hatter's:
Marsh Hare's:
Queen's:
Cheshire cat:
Castle workers: 
Others:


Disclaimer: If you don't like pictures, then please step aside. Don't mess with other people or ruin their fun! There WILL be tons of pictures
Title: Re: Fanime 2016 Cosplay Gatherings News Update (5/6)
Post by: Imperial on May 06, 2016, 11:22:29 AM
Updated, and thanks you all for what you do.
Title: Re: Fanime 2016 Cosplay Gatherings News Update (5/6)
Post by: bahamutknightzero on May 06, 2016, 06:30:25 PM
Much thanks for all the hard work you have done this year
Title: Re: Fanime 2016 Cosplay Gatherings News Update (5/6)
Post by: Imperial on May 17, 2016, 08:47:20 PM
Will be updated, TL;DR ORGANIZERS CHECK YOUR EMAIL NOW.
Title: Re: Fanime 2016 Cosplay Gatherings News Update (5/6)
Post by: powerofunity on May 17, 2016, 09:09:06 PM
Thanks for all your hard work, Imperial! Hope finals are going okay for you. I'm looking forward to hosting my first gathering~
Title: Re: Fanime 2016 Cosplay Gatherings News Update (5/6)
Post by: Angelx624 on May 17, 2016, 10:23:32 PM
Checked, and hopefully I did the email right. XD
Title: Re: Fanime 2016 Cosplay Gatherings News Update (5/6)
Post by: InsaneDavid on May 17, 2016, 10:32:34 PM
e-mail replied to.
Title: Re: Fanime 2016 Cosplay Gatherings News Update (5/6)
Post by: Imperial on May 17, 2016, 10:49:40 PM
YAY! THINGS GOT DONE! sorry to scare if I have done so to you guys, I just am in crunch time.
Title: Re: Fanime 2017 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 10/8
Post by: Imperial on December 18, 2016, 12:27:16 PM
Update for you all!
Title: Re: Fanime 2017 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 12/18
Post by: Hakaru_chan on December 20, 2016, 04:38:44 PM
Yay! Thanks for the update! I pm'ed you but this update answers all my questions. I'll hopefully see you Jan. 8 - (I'll fill out the staff form just in case as well). Definitely want to help where I can since I got my megaphone and by this Fanime, hopefully have a portable loud speaker as well. (https://www.amazon.com/ION-Audio-Block-Rocker-Bluetooth/dp/B00SNBCBBY/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1482280305&sr=8-3&keywords=portable+loud+speaker). I recommend to all cosplay gatherers to purchase or borrow some kind of voice amplifier so as not to lose your voice.

On another note - this Fanime, 2017 - marks the 10th anniversary of TTGL (Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagaan) so I was asked by a few friends to bring this series back as a gathering :) 
Title: Re: Fanime 2017 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 12/18
Post by: Imperial on December 20, 2016, 07:54:04 PM
Quote from: Hakaru_chan on December 20, 2016, 04:38:44 PM
Yay! Thanks for the update! I pm'ed you but this update answers all my questions. I'll hopefully see you Jan. 8 - (I'll fill out the staff form just in case as well). Definitely want to help where I can since I got my megaphone and by this Fanime, hopefully have a portable loud speaker as well. (https://www.amazon.com/ION-Audio-Block-Rocker-Bluetooth/dp/B00SNBCBBY/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1482280305&sr=8-3&keywords=portable+loud+speaker). I recommend to all cosplay gatherers to purchase or borrow some kind of voice amplifier so as not to lose your voice.

On another note - this Fanime, 2017 - marks the 10th anniversary of TTGL (Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagaan) so I was asked by a few friends to bring this series back as a gathering :)

Who do you think I am to not let this happen?!? Go for it!
The one thing I'm bringing is a portable speaker with a mic and other connectivity that can be rented out for gatherings, but I can only afford 1 personally, so I will definitely push for you all to byo projection.
Also I haven't gotten any pm's since July soooooooo
Title: Re: Fanime 2017 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 12/18
Post by: Hakaru_chan on December 20, 2016, 09:04:16 PM
Oh! I think what I meant to say was... I sent you 2 or 3 EMAILS through the forums.

Not sure if you saw any of what I sent but the first email was just me talking about wanting to help out and doing the gatherings I did before while the last two emails were about my "All Idol Gathering". The last email is very important so if you didn't get it, let me know so I can figure out a different way.

Thanks!
Title: Re: Fanime 2017 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 12/18
Post by: Imperial on January 22, 2017, 10:20:45 PM
Just a mini update, as I have gotten some pings asking if everything is still going. It still is, I just got a bunch of paperwork, and waiting on others, before I can give another update for you guys proper. That, and 96 hour work weeks are "fun".
Title: Re: Fanime 2017 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 12/18
Post by: Angelx624 on January 23, 2017, 02:16:09 AM
Well that's good to hear(the things are still going part..... :P )
Title: Re: Fanime 2017 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 12/18
Post by: InsaneDavid on January 23, 2017, 09:40:47 AM
Thank you very much!
Title: Re: Fanime 2017 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 2/20
Post by: Imperial on February 20, 2017, 10:43:52 AM
Main Post got an update, ORGANIZERS SHOULD READ THIS.
Title: Re: Fanime 2017 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 2/20
Post by: InsaneDavid on February 20, 2017, 11:08:25 AM
Thank you for the update!

Are Gatherings G2 and G3 (tiered platform east and west) still in play for this year?  Or is that off the table as a ground floor gathering spot as well?
Title: Re: Fanime 2017 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 2/20
Post by: MonadoLink on February 20, 2017, 11:12:32 AM
Quote from: InsaneDavid on February 20, 2017, 11:08:25 AM
Thank you for the update!

Are Gatherings G2 and G3 (tiered platform east and west) still in play for this year?  Or is that off the table as a ground floor gathering spot as well?
Right now it looks like G2 and G3 will be fine.
Title: Re: Fanime 2017 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 2/20
Post by: InsaneDavid on February 20, 2017, 11:19:53 AM
Quote from: MonadoLink on February 20, 2017, 11:12:32 AM
Quote from: InsaneDavid on February 20, 2017, 11:08:25 AM
Thank you for the update!

Are Gatherings G2 and G3 (tiered platform east and west) still in play for this year?  Or is that off the table as a ground floor gathering spot as well?
Right now it looks like G2 and G3 will be fine.

Much thanks.
Title: Re: Fanime 2017 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 2/20
Post by: Imperial on February 20, 2017, 12:52:28 PM
Quote from: InsaneDavid on February 20, 2017, 11:08:25 AM
Thank you for the update!

Are Gatherings G2 and G3 (tiered platform east and west) still in play for this year?  Or is that off the table as a ground floor gathering spot as well?

Those are still okay, and things shouldn't interact with those spots that's going into the hub. Least that's what I am being told.
Title: Re: Fanime 2017 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 2/20
Post by: InsaneDavid on February 20, 2017, 01:04:17 PM
Quote from: Imperial on February 20, 2017, 12:52:28 PM
Quote from: InsaneDavid on February 20, 2017, 11:08:25 AM
Thank you for the update!

Are Gatherings G2 and G3 (tiered platform east and west) still in play for this year?  Or is that off the table as a ground floor gathering spot as well?

Those are still okay, and things shouldn't interact with those spots that's going into the hub. Least that's what I am being told.

Awesome, thank you again!!  The exemplification of the past shall migrate toward the entrance doors then!
Title: Re: Fanime 2017 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 2/20
Post by: powerofunity on February 20, 2017, 08:15:27 PM
Thanks for the update, Imperial. Bummer about losing the Hub space, but hopefully Fanime is planning something super cool for it.

I like the idea of having a photographer-dedicated room (reminds me of the photo set rooms at Anime Expo, though obviously on a smaller scale and not so detailed). The room would also be quite useful if the weather turns out to be as hot as last year's, since photographers would still get decent lighting inside but without the heat. The name of the room is also super cute!
Title: Re: Fanime 2017 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 2/20
Post by: Ezruul on February 20, 2017, 11:48:59 PM
Thanks for the update! I wonder what Fanime has planned for this year...
Title: Re: Fanime 2017 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 2/20
Post by: Angelx624 on February 21, 2017, 12:32:21 AM
Thanks for the update!! Stinks that we can't use the Hub anymore. But that's quite alright, I guess. There's still outside areas.... XD

And having a room for photos is great. ^^ Hopefully it can help cosplayers get some good photos of their cosplays that don't have any shoots scheduled with photographers. :O I might swing by to get some photos of cosplays I don't plan on scheduling shoots for. o.O Which reminds me, I do need to talk to my friends who are photographers that are scheduling shoots. XD

But I'll be here, waiting for the gathering submission form. I have quite a few people interested in an Ouran gathering, which is good, I think. Well, it seems less likely to be a flop than my Fruba gathering last year.... :(

Still wondering if the person who took over the Final Fantasy gathering last year wants to host again this year........ and if I should be in charge of the forums thread again......... ;_;
Title: Re: Fanime 2017 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 2/20
Post by: bahamutknightzero on February 21, 2017, 07:50:32 AM
Thanks for giving us the update on things as they stand
Title: Re: Fanime 2017 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 2/20
Post by: Animegeek86 on February 21, 2017, 08:00:34 PM
Quote from: Imperial on October 26, 2015, 02:31:50 PM
Hello Everyone,

Year 2 of me being the head of this department is nice. I got more of a grasp as to what my boss did from previous years, I got some policy changes for this next year that is critical for all the organizers to know (lets just say I had a headache with this previous year in some of the planning, most of it was my bad in comms, this policy change will make things clear for all.), and im finally getting back into con planning mode with a job in hand. I am announcing an announcement for the start of the year, 1/1/2017 as for all of my policy plans to be reveiled. gathering organizers, just know your going to be poking in here more often to maintain your gathering. and the hangout will be greater than ever!

Till the first, This is the madman from the reach,

Imperial


______________________________________________________________________

12/18

YELLOWEVERYBODYTHISISPURGE (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6B3yh4SmI1A) ,

Funny done, yay. Anywho, Update time, and quite a bit of news.

1. I have intituted a set of policies in regards to cosplay gatherings in order to maintain order between cosplayers, and establish rules. Its mostly for my sanity, but there for yours as well. You can read about it HERE (http://forums.fanime.com/index.php/topic,20888.0.html)

2. The big Fanime staff meeting is Sunday, January 8th. If you ever wanted to join Cosplay Gatherings staff, or wanted to meet the madman in charge of the department, you can do that at the meeting, place to be determined(its always one of the hotels of Fanime, so, can't go wrong there), but time is 99% of the time 2:30pm. At this meeting you get to learn alot of the con, and how much fun you can have in staffing it. if you want to say "SKREW THE MEETING I HAVE INTERNETZ", you can apply to a department anywhere here (https://apps.fanime.com/2017/staffapply/)

3. Photos. We have had a problem with photos this year in getting them done in a timely matter. What I can do is point you to some of our photographers we had last year and allow you to get at the photos they each did until i can edit them all into a place proper. Here are some of their works (X) (https://www.facebook.com/OnionknightincPhotography/?pnref=lhc) (x) (https://www.facebook.com/MobiusPhotographyOfficial/?fref=ts) X (https://scontent.fsnc1-2.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/13310489_10154205911977090_6824951996232464844_n.jpg?oh=5ef980e5d46209d8afd7e5be619a7380&oe=58AE7587)

And as soon as I get a decent group done of photos, I will post them and point you as to where they are.

Thats all she wrote for this round. I hope to see you all at the meeting if you wish, but until next time, this is the madman from the Reach,

Imperial

---------------------------------------------------------------

2/20

So, I do owe this area an update.

I myself appolgize that I don't have the form ready yet. I am waiting on my IT guy(It has to be done inhouse, so I cant take others work on google forms due to "lack of professionalism"), but he does have a good chunk of it done, just a matter of adding some things to the form. The moment he sets it live is the moment I will post here and update you on this.

Photos. The department that is responsible for posting said pictures has not finished last year's. I keep asking the chain as to updates, and yet to hear a solid date for them to be posted. Something that I myself may be doing is getting an outfit to do the watermarking so we can post them in a more timely matter. The person in charge knows this, and the editor in-house knows this. the voices are heard by me and the higher ups, and I just am trying to make things work out.

Gathering spots. So, Bad news, we (the department, not the con) are losing G4, the Raiser stages in the Hub. I don't know if I can say what will be there in its place yet, as I think the higher ups plan on announcing that at a later date, I will confirm and edit this accordingly. That said, I am being denied at putting a gathering space on the ground floor, so I currently do not have a replacement for it. Organizers should plan accordingly, let alone everyone else who used that space to sit down and cool off (There is always the Cosplay hangout, come drop by and check it out.)

New Room: We as a department gained a new room. We shall call this room for this year "Fantasic Cosplays, and Where to Find them." What this room will be used for is for photographers (not ours, but the folks that often set up outside) as a photography area, where pros can set up with backdrops and lights, the whole shebang in a controlled room. We plan to have the area used as a means to allow other photographers to do shoots inside with all means needed. More on this soon.

I think that's all I want to announce now. Thanks!

That is good.  Thanks for the information.
Title: Re: Fanime 2017 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 2/20
Post by: Nina Star 9 on February 23, 2017, 08:56:19 AM
Excited to see what the hub space will be used for! I'm sure it'll be something good.

Also excited for the photo room. Any chance of getting AX-style backdrops or even just con-provided props to use?
Title: Re: Fanime 2017 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 2/20
Post by: Love Sign Master Spark on March 02, 2017, 02:31:44 AM
Last I heard, registration and badge pickup will be set up in the hub.  Well, that solves the mystery of why G4 won't be available.   8)
Title: Re: Fanime 2017 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 2/20
Post by: Imperial on March 02, 2017, 03:38:28 PM
Quote from: Love Sign Master Spark on March 02, 2017, 02:31:44 AM
Last I heard, registration and badge pickup will be set up in the hub.  Well, that solves the mystery of why G4 won't be available.   8)

I'm going to pull a mark rosewater and say maybe :)
Title: Re: Fanime 2017 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 2/20
Post by: thepharaohinleather on March 02, 2017, 05:44:51 PM
Thank you for the updates! Your organization and dedication to keeping us in the know is greatly appreciated. I can only imagine how hard it is to get your voice heard, thank you so much.
Title: Re: Fanime 2017 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 2/20
Post by: thecrazycyborggirl on March 06, 2017, 01:42:57 AM
Thanks a bunch for the updates!! SO excited for the photo room! What a great idea! Exactly what Fanime has been missing all this time.
Title: Re: Fanime 2017 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 2/20
Post by: Imperial on March 10, 2017, 08:41:44 PM
Update on the first gatherings list, as well as a link to the form. can be found here: https://apps.fanime.com/2017/gatheringapp/
Title: Re: Fanime 2017 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 2/20
Post by: Angelx624 on March 11, 2017, 07:15:10 PM
Ahem, I do remember requesting Monday for the Ouran gathering. :3

If it can't be Monday, I guess that's fine. xD;;
Title: Re: Fanime 2017 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 2/20
Post by: Zen on April 09, 2017, 12:48:16 AM
Being new here, I'm unfamiliar with the designations G(2,3,7, etc..) for the areas of the convention space and referencing the fanimecon map hasn't helped. Is there a graphic/explanation available that can help me orient myself? Thank you, I appreciate any help.
Title: Re: Fanime 2017 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 2/20
Post by: powerofunity on April 09, 2017, 07:26:36 AM
Quote from: Zen on April 09, 2017, 12:48:16 AM
Being new here, I'm unfamiliar with the designations G(2,3,7, etc..) for the areas of the convention space and referencing the fanimecon map hasn't helped. Is there a graphic/explanation available that can help me orient myself? Thank you, I appreciate any help.
Here is a link to how Imperial defines the locations: http://forums.fanime.com/index.php/topic,20460.msg488257.html#msg488257
But keep in mind that G4 (The Hub) is not being used for cosplay gatherings this year.

There is also a Facebook album from last year that has pictures of the locations: https://www.facebook.com/pg/FanimeConCosplayGatherings/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1363024117047904

Hope these help! :)
Title: Re: Fanime 2017 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 2/20
Post by: G-Force on May 04, 2017, 10:18:42 AM
I submitted my form a while back and heard now update (pro wrestling gathering), did I submit missing information or is it just taking a bit longer to process? Let me know if there's anything to fix.
Title: Re: Fanime 2017 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 2/20
Post by: Imperial on May 04, 2017, 01:37:00 PM
You are on the list friend. Sunday afternoon.
Title: Re: Fanime 2018 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 1/18
Post by: Imperial on January 18, 2018, 10:36:54 AM
General update, sorry for the vagueness, but needed until the grounding is solid.
Title: Re: Fanime 2018 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 1/18
Post by: Hakaru_chan on January 22, 2018, 11:03:37 AM
Hey! Any updates on the idea of having cosplay gathering organizers getting their time volunteering to count towards hours for badge reimbursement? I know I've brought up the idea before just wondering if anything has become of it...

As of this year, I've already taken a step back from volunteering for certain gatherings just because I was literally in charge of too many (5 gatherings = 5+ or more hours of volunteering that weekend) If at least two hours per gathering can go towards a badge reimbursement, I would be so happy. It would make my volunteering for things worth it and it would encourage other volunteers to not only host more gatherings but also volunteer in other needed departments...
Title: Re: Fanime 2018 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 1/18
Post by: Imperial on January 22, 2018, 03:31:47 PM
Quote from: Hakaru_chan on January 22, 2018, 11:03:37 AM
Hey! Any updates on the idea of having cosplay gathering organizers getting their time volunteering to count towards hours for badge reimbursement? I know I've brought up the idea before just wondering if anything has become of it...

As of this year, I've already taken a step back from volunteering for certain gatherings just because I was literally in charge of too many (5 gatherings = 5+ or more hours of volunteering that weekend) If at least two hours per gathering can go towards a badge reimbursement, I would be so happy. It would make my volunteering for things worth it and it would encourage other volunteers to not only host more gatherings but also volunteer in other needed departments...
it sounds great, and the question got deflected when I asked last. I will ask again at the next meeting, since panels have a similar system.
Title: Re: Fanime 2018 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 1/18
Post by: Hakaru_chan on January 22, 2018, 03:34:28 PM
Quote from: Imperial on January 22, 2018, 03:31:47 PM
Quote from: Hakaru_chan on January 22, 2018, 11:03:37 AM
Hey! Any updates on the idea of having cosplay gathering organizers getting their time volunteering to count towards hours for badge reimbursement? I know I've brought up the idea before just wondering if anything has become of it...

As of this year, I've already taken a step back from volunteering for certain gatherings just because I was literally in charge of too many (5 gatherings = 5+ or more hours of volunteering that weekend) If at least two hours per gathering can go towards a badge reimbursement, I would be so happy. It would make my volunteering for things worth it and it would encourage other volunteers to not only host more gatherings but also volunteer in other needed departments...
it sounds great, and the question got deflected when I asked last. I will ask again at the next meeting, since panels have a similar system.

Thank you so much!
Title: Re: Fanime 2018 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 1/18
Post by: Angelx624 on January 22, 2018, 09:33:46 PM
I'm not sure if I'm gonna be hosting any gatherings this year. :( Might host a Day 0 Kingdom Hearts thing at the least, but other than that I'm not sure. ;_;

I was going to but then my cosplay plans changed. ><" So we shall see.
Title: Re: Fanime 2018 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 2/23
Post by: Imperial on February 23, 2018, 11:18:52 AM
https://apps.fanime.com/2018/gatheringapp/ gatherings form is now live!
Title: Re: Fanime 2018 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 2/23
Post by: Magical Senpai on February 23, 2018, 11:43:17 AM
Yay! Just submitted mine!
Title: Re: Fanime 2018 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 2/23
Post by: bahamutknightzero on February 23, 2018, 05:07:11 PM
Much thanks for opening the forms for us.

Just got done sending mine
Title: Re: Fanime 2018 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 2/23
Post by: Angelx624 on February 23, 2018, 08:02:27 PM
Yay!

I'm considering taking over the Free! gathering, actually, if no one else submits one. >_>" I know there was one last year but I saw no thread for it here. :X
Title: Re: Fanime 2018 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 2/23
Post by: Shinigami_Lover on March 09, 2018, 11:25:29 PM
Naruto and One Piece is updated and is ready to go for 2018!!
Title: Re: Fanime 2018 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 2/23
Post by: Angelx624 on March 10, 2018, 02:03:20 AM
I'll try and get the Free gathering submitted tonight. No one's had any input on day and time, so I'll just have to go with what I think is best. ;u;
Title: Re: Fanime 2018 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 2/23
Post by: avemcul on May 03, 2018, 11:11:19 AM
Can we please get a finalized list of the cosplay gatherings or can someone direct me to where it is available? The most recent gathering list is from March in the forums so an update for May would be appreciated. Thank you!  :)
Title: Re: Fanime 2018 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 2/23
Post by: SkylerKarashi on May 03, 2018, 01:01:57 PM
Quote from: avemcul on May 03, 2018, 11:11:19 AM
Can we please get a finalized list of the cosplay gatherings or can someone direct me to where it is available? The most recent gathering list is from March in the forums so an update for May would be appreciated. Thank you!  :)
It was updated to facebook, but yet to see it updated here.

This is it though :)
https://www.facebook.com/notes/fanimecon-cosplay-gatherings/cosplay-gatherings-list-for-2018/2168104656539842/
Title: Re: Fanime 2018 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 2/23
Post by: avemcul on May 07, 2018, 09:30:07 AM
Quote from: pokefan995 on May 03, 2018, 01:01:57 PM
Quote from: avemcul on May 03, 2018, 11:11:19 AM
Can we please get a finalized list of the cosplay gatherings or can someone direct me to where it is available? The most recent gathering list is from March in the forums so an update for May would be appreciated. Thank you!  :)
It was updated to facebook, but yet to see it updated here.

This is it though :)
https://www.facebook.com/notes/fanimecon-cosplay-gatherings/cosplay-gatherings-list-for-2018/2168104656539842/

Awesome! Thank you so much! I was looking for the Boku No Hero gathering so that helps a bunch  :)
Title: Re: Fanime 2018 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 2/23
Post by: SkylerKarashi on May 07, 2018, 09:43:03 AM
Quote from: avemcul on May 07, 2018, 09:30:07 AM
Quote from: pokefan995 on May 03, 2018, 01:01:57 PM
Quote from: avemcul on May 03, 2018, 11:11:19 AM
Can we please get a finalized list of the cosplay gatherings or can someone direct me to where it is available? The most recent gathering list is from March in the forums so an update for May would be appreciated. Thank you!  :)
It was updated to facebook, but yet to see it updated here.

This is it though :)
https://www.facebook.com/notes/fanimecon-cosplay-gatherings/cosplay-gatherings-list-for-2018/2168104656539842/

Awesome! Thank you so much! I was looking for the Boku No Hero gathering so that helps a bunch  :)
No problem. Glad I could help. :D
Title: Re: Fanime 2018 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 2/23
Post by: Imperial on May 07, 2018, 07:42:19 PM
Sorry, A lot has changed in my life lately, and I took a back seat posting here. I do See everything, but I dont post as much as I should....
Title: Re: Fanime 2018 Cosplay Gatherings News Update 2/23
Post by: InsaneDavid on May 07, 2018, 08:06:34 PM
Quote from: Imperial on May 07, 2018, 07:42:19 PM
Sorry, A lot has changed in my life lately, and I took a back seat posting here. I do See everything, but I dont post as much as I should....

Ah, no need to apologize.  From an outside perspective (of a gathering host), everything has looked really smooth this year for Cosplay Gatherings.

Also if people are looking for a gatherings list, it's on the website now - https://www.fanime.com/cosplay-gatherings-listing/

Pretty cool pocket guide style breakdown.