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your going to be in for a ride lol

Yeah? I'm really nervous/excited--and I don't fully know what to expect!

I am actually doing my master's thesis in anthropology on cosplay and the cosplay community, so this is my big participant observation study, and this gathering is definitely going to be more participation than observation. Out of curiosity, would any of you be interested in giving me an interview after the gathering?

This is my first time at Fanime and my first cosplay--I'll be going as Asuna! I can't wait--so excited :3

Please help! I need a room:

+ Introduction: My name is Tegan. I am 26, female, nonsmoker (no drugs), and I am new to Fanime and cosplay.

+ Hotel Information: I am open to pretty much any hotel--the closer to the convention the better. I need to check in on Thursday and check out on Tuesday. I am open to paying as much as $130 for my share (maybe more, though we would have to discuss it). I can reimburse you via PayPal or in cash when we meet in San Jose.

+ Requirements: I do not have many requirements: only than that you treat me kindly and with respect; do not smoke in/near the room; no illegal drugs; no sex in the room; and drink responsibly. That said, I would prefer to room with women (just a comfort thing, but I am open to rooming with men), and I would prefer to room with people who are doing cosplay. I would also strongly prefer a space on a bed. I can sleep on the floor, but I would need someone to provide either an air mattress or a sleeping bag.

+ Contact: Please contact me either via PM or by email at [email protected]

+ Miscellaneous: I will be trying to do some cosplay (at least two characters). I would love to be rooming with fellow cosplayers (especially if you are more experienced with it). I am doing my master's thesis in anthropology on cosplay and public constructions of meaning. If you are a cosplay and want to help out with that study (i.e. let me hang out with you at the convention; participate in an interview), I would be thrilled to work with you. But that is by no means a requirement for potential roommates :)