Author Topic: Wonder Northwest '11 (Read 155019 times)

reppy · « **Reply #200 on:** May 15, 2011, 09:00:43 pm »

Quote from: acton on May 15, 2011, 07:24:33 pm

For the price the con was very well ran, I was impressed with the con book. I plan to attend next year.
PS I was teh guy with my big Hello Kitty

You won some free floor prizes, didn't ya?

So, I ran into some peeps and it was pretty cool. I didn't get to stay very long because I had to meet up with a friend around 3PM to do some studying. But, it was good seeing people! ^_^ There were a few people I saw but they passed by so quickly or were surrounded by too many people so I didn't wanna disturb. D:

Hopefully next time this con rolls around I won't have a cold/allergies and feel awful. D: Always seems to happen whenever a small con runs through Portland. XD

Chibachi Nero · « **Reply #201 on:** May 15, 2011, 09:46:55 pm »

Quote from: acton on May 15, 2011, 07:24:33 pm

PS I was teh guy with my big Hello Kitty

I dunno if you saw, but my little sister's best friend (small Asian kid in pigtails and a big brown jacket) was staring at you and your Hello Kitty and she kept saying "That's teh biggest Hello Kitty I've ever seen! That's the biggest Hello Kitty ever!" I think you made her con. XD

Jacob_Blackfeather · « **Reply #202 on:** May 15, 2011, 10:00:35 pm »

I had a lot of fun will be going back to this con for sure.

reppy · « **Reply #203 on:** May 15, 2011, 10:04:24 pm »

Also: pdxyar was awesome. XD Randomly breaking out into song and their little "battles" they would do in the halls. ^_^

How come any hotel we go to would shut down that type of stuff? D: Is it just because there's too many people moving around at Kcon?

~boogiepop~ · « **Reply #204 on:** May 15, 2011, 10:58:57 pm »

Had such a ballin' time. Awesome friends, awesome convention, what's more to ask for? I ended up winning a star wars track jacket for my Ramona Flowers hammer and I got a bunch of people that asked me for commissions and that kind of just from seeing my hammer and my Kumatora wig.

Best convention in Oregon in my book. I will be back next year and I'll probably be volunteering. Also Karaoke is the single best way to end a con.

acton · « **Reply #205 on:** May 15, 2011, 11:02:03 pm »

Con reprot up, just a small one
http://www.furry.asinglelion.com/?p=369

luvan1me · « **Reply #206 on:** May 15, 2011, 11:26:01 pm »

BESTESTESTESTTT CON EVER! >w< although i didn't get to do the rick roll at the karaoke >3> i WILL NOT let this pull me down! >o<

was still nice to finally sing SOMETHING that i liked and wasn't peered pressured into screaming >_> *ima kill you guys* o(>.<)O

had so much fun... i really did

@reppy: I SAW YOU! >w< we need to hang out more

Saki-the-cat · « **Reply #207 on:** May 16, 2011, 12:46:35 am »

I had an AWESOME time you guys! 8D Other than the first day that tired me out (and made me hungry) to the point of..well...My inner demons sort of let out at the end of the day when i got home (A.K.A a very, very, very bitchy mood). But Sunday was AMAZING! The costumes were awesome, the Karaoke was awesome, the huge ammount of button pins i got was awesome, EVERYTHING WAS AWESOME!
I totally plan on going next year :'D

ElVerde · « **Reply #208 on:** May 16, 2011, 01:08:29 am »

This was sooooo much fun! It was a great way to try out my Black Rock Shooter Cosplay (seeing as it's not like I can wander around in public wearing it >n>;;; ) It was great seeing everyone, and I can't wait until next year!

Doctor Whooves · « **Reply #209 on:** May 16, 2011, 01:13:52 am »

Quote from: reppy on May 15, 2011, 10:04:24 pm

Also: pdxyar was awesome. XD Randomly breaking out into song and their little "battles" they would do in the halls. ^_^

How come any hotel we go to would shut down that type of stuff? D: Is it just because there's too many people moving around at Kcon?

First of all, you're welcome. We like to share the glory instead of keeping it all to ourselves.

And as to your question about how we get away it, it's really quite simple. We are trained performers who are hired to perform at various events and establishments. Now, that's a big difference from just a couple of random con goers who suddenly think "Hey! Let's start fighting with replica swords in the middle of the hallway!" and proceed to cause the hotel staff to soil themselves. Especially since we were being asked by Billy Galaxy, the man who organized Wonder Northwest, to basically do what we were doing. In short, we were essentially the hired entertainment (for lack of a better term).

DancingTofu · « **Reply #210 on:** May 16, 2011, 05:51:49 am »

Showing up at 6pm for Cosplay Karaoke was legit.

reppy · « **Reply #211 on:** May 16, 2011, 07:24:10 am »

Quote from: Doctor Whooves on May 16, 2011, 01:13:52 am

Quote from: reppy on May 15, 2011, 10:04:24 pm
Also: pdxyar was awesome. XD Randomly breaking out into song and their little "battles" they would do in the halls. ^_^

How come any hotel we go to would shut down that type of stuff? D: Is it just because there's too many people moving around at Kcon?
First of all, you're welcome. We like to share the glory instead of keeping it all to ourselves.

And as to your question about how we get away it, it's really quite simple. We are trained performers who are hired to perform at various events and establishments. Now, that's a big difference from just a couple of random con goers who suddenly think "Hey! Let's start fighting with replica swords in the middle of the hallway!" and proceed to cause the hotel staff to soil themselves. Especially since we were being asked by Billy Galaxy, the man who organized Wonder Northwest, to basically do what we were doing. In short, we were essentially the hired entertainment (for lack of a better term).

Right. That makes sense. I guess I was more thinking how lots of people stopped in the middle of the hallways to watch and sing along. Where as at Kumoricon, hotel staff starts telling people to keep moving if you stop for more than a few moments. ^^; I certainly wouldn't want just random people to start battling in the middle of the con. xD

Also, *brony fist* Nice avatar. ^_^

Wrath-Chan19 · « **Reply #212 on:** May 16, 2011, 07:55:13 am »

I LOVE YOU DOE!!! please don't kill me

I loved it, it was so chill and I got to see most of my buds!!!

nekovamp13 · « **Reply #213 on:** May 16, 2011, 01:27:49 pm »

Was tons of fun. Though the aftermath isn't so nice....I'm so tired....

Jacob_Blackfeather · « **Reply #214 on:** May 16, 2011, 01:39:31 pm »

Quote from: nekovamp13 on May 16, 2011, 01:27:49 pm

Was tons of fun. Though the aftermath isn't so nice....I'm so tired....

God I know what you mean I think I caught the nerd flu

Wrath-Chan19 · « **Reply #215 on:** May 16, 2011, 03:40:37 pm »

Quote from: nekovamp13 on May 16, 2011, 01:27:49 pm

Was tons of fun. Though the aftermath isn't so nice....I'm so tired....

I know, I couldn't get up this morning

Pots · « **Reply #216 on:** May 16, 2011, 04:51:55 pm »

> u > I SAW YOU REPPY~

reppy · « **Reply #217 on:** May 16, 2011, 06:05:34 pm »

I know you did! I tried my best to avoid you, but you're like a Level 79 creeper so I didn't stand much of a chance.

I'm kidding, of course. It was great to see you! ^_^ Although, something needs to be done about the whole "I don't know anything about Star Wars" . . and the fact that you can't even recognize an NES, SNES, or Genesis cartridge. You poor thing. D:

nekovamp13 · « **Reply #218 on:** May 16, 2011, 06:38:40 pm »

lol

Still tired...Having to go to school at 6 am today didn't help XD

I do have some suggestions to share with the staff, and planning to contact them soon ^^

luvan1me · « **Reply #219 on:** May 16, 2011, 07:10:44 pm »

@wrath: it's okay XD i won't kill you... yet! XD <33

but overall i think the con was great. but since it's the first year, i can see why they didn't have more panels. i kind of wish you guys had maybe anothe room, or something, with more panels. I would love to make a panel of my own next year with friends ^_^

karaoke, and rock band was awesome. and of course the lolita fashion show (<3333 holly you are awesome) and the costume contest (i can't remember his name T__T the awesome dude with the black short spikey-ish hair, staff member with a yellow jacket, and awesome singing skills XD)

Wrath-Chan19 · « **Reply #220 on:** May 16, 2011, 07:46:46 pm »

D: OH NOES!

Yeah, I surprised it was really only 3 rooms, a little less than I expected
We need more Rockband....I loved that

And yes the fashion show, it re-sparked my love for the clothes

I loved that dude. and he's haley's bro

fleur_fraise · « **Reply #221 on:** May 16, 2011, 08:03:28 pm »

Quote from: luvan1me on May 16, 2011, 07:10:44 pm

(i can't remember his name T__T the awesome dude with the black short spikey-ish hair, staff member with a yellow jacket, and awesome singing skills XD)

I believe that's Spork/Manny, he's one of the guys in charge of the con, plus the head of security, plus a total bro.

And the fashion show went so well! Holly did such a great job <3

Jacob_Blackfeather · « **Reply #222 on:** May 16, 2011, 08:05:48 pm »

Quote from: fleur_fraise on May 16, 2011, 08:03:28 pm

Quote from: luvan1me on May 16, 2011, 07:10:44 pm
(i can't remember his name T__T the awesome dude with the black short spikey-ish hair, staff member with a yellow jacket, and awesome singing skills XD)

I believe that's Spork/Manny, he's one of the guys in charge of the con, plus the head of security, plus a total bro.

And the fashion show went so well! Holly did such a great job <3

I loved his so much he is a sweet guy. <3 you spork

Dubaby · « **Reply #223 on:** May 16, 2011, 08:14:44 pm »

Oh man WNW was so fricken awesome.... normally I don't buy anything in dealer rooms, but this weekend was everything I've ever wanted. I've been drowning in my X-Men merch all day!

Getting to hang out wit hbros and see so many people was awesome, I honestly prefer the feeling of these smaller conventions to big ones. =]

Jacob_Blackfeather · « **Reply #224 on:** May 16, 2011, 08:17:18 pm »

Quote from: Dubaby on May 16, 2011, 08:14:44 pm

Oh man WNW was so fricken awesome.... normally I don't buy anything in dealer rooms, but this weekend was everything I've ever wanted. I've been drowning in my X-Men merch all day!

Getting to hang out wit hbros and see so many people was awesome, I honestly prefer the feeling of these smaller conventions to big ones. =]

I know because it's so much calmer and comfortable.

luvan1me · « **Reply #225 on:** May 16, 2011, 08:29:51 pm »

^ditto more chilaxing and no rush to do things x.x

and nice to finally have a name to the face XD OH WAIT! i know the name Manny XD it rings a bell now @.@

nekovamp13 · « **Reply #226 on:** May 16, 2011, 08:55:15 pm »

lol
Yeah, he's awesome ^^

I wish I got there earlier and wasn't as dead to do the Loli show, but oh well. Next year! Though, seeing people in their outfits was really cool!

I hope that next year we can get a larger venue to have more rooms for panels and such. Rock Band and Karaoke would be awesome to have it's own room so it can just go most of the day!

nyahaha · « **Reply #227 on:** May 16, 2011, 09:03:19 pm »

Ok that was alot of fun. I really liked the chill atmosphere, and the location was good too. I had a great time.

jaqua · « **Reply #228 on:** May 16, 2011, 09:03:38 pm »

I'm just gonna go ahead and say that I think this was one of the best cons I've been to in the past year. Is it too early to reg for WNW '12?

fleur_fraise · « **Reply #229 on:** May 16, 2011, 09:40:20 pm »

Here's a crappy little video I put together:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nx6IK378CRU

I wish I could've filmed the lolita fashion show (I was in it so that would be difficult) and all of the costume contest but my battery was dying so I just got my friends and a few I liked at the beginning.

luvan1me · « **Reply #230 on:** May 16, 2011, 10:01:39 pm »

yeah i wish i did film it too

but what can you do, when you are in it? XD i suppose i coulda gave my camcorder to my bf >3> or fallon or someone >3>

fleur_fraise · « **Reply #231 on:** May 16, 2011, 10:06:32 pm »

Haley took pictures of it for me though, and she got some awesome shots, this one is my favorite:

And I took this one:

luvan1me · « **Reply #232 on:** May 16, 2011, 10:12:07 pm »

daww so cute :3 i liked all the sweet/country/classic lolitas (they are so BRIGHT AND COLORFUL!) oh gosh they were ALL so cute and beautiful <3~

Chibachi Nero · « **Reply #233 on:** May 16, 2011, 10:45:46 pm »

Oh god, everyone in the Lolita fashion show was SO CUTE.

Washougal_Otaku · « **Reply #234 on:** May 17, 2011, 01:04:40 pm »

This reminds me of an article that was written in a recent issue of the Willamette Weekly, in which they made it sound like the popularity of lolita fashion was a brand new thing in the Portland area (at least that's the way it sounded to me). I sort of "lol"ed but also found it to be somewhat pathetic, since they were making it sound like they were "too cool" to know about a popular trend among the nerd-culture. It's not a bad read, though, since the primary focus in the article is on how it's about fashion and not a perverted love of children.

fleur_fraise · « **Reply #235 on:** May 17, 2011, 06:15:50 pm »

Quote from: Washougal_Otaku on May 17, 2011, 01:04:40 pm

This reminds me of an article that was written in a recent issue of the Willamette Weekly, in which they made it sound like the popularity of lolita fashion was a brand new thing in the Portland area (at least that's the way it sounded to me). I sort of "lol"ed but also found it to be somewhat pathetic, since they were making it sound like they were "too cool" to know about a popular trend among the nerd-culture. It's not a bad read, though, since the primary focus in the article is on how it's about fashion and not a perverted love of children.

That article was done after the writer interviewed Holly, who ran the fashion show |: And I read the article and didn't get that vibe at all.

reppy · « **Reply #236 on:** May 17, 2011, 06:28:50 pm »

*fangirl squeal* Yep, them's some cute lolitas. XD

luvan1me · « **Reply #237 on:** May 17, 2011, 06:32:18 pm »

wait did you go to the show or not reppy? <-< ima slap you if you didn't! D: especially since i saw you! >_>

reppy · « **Reply #238 on:** May 17, 2011, 08:53:55 pm »

I didn't! I had to study for an exam, remember?! D: Or did I not say that? My original plan was to meet my friend at 12:30pm, study until 2:30pm, 3:00pm then take the quick drive across the river to the hotel. Well, turns out my friend wasn't going to be available until 2:30pm at the earliest. So, since it was already 11:00am, I stopped my studying, got ready, and headed out the door for WNW. I stayed until around 3pm or so, at which point I drove to my friend's house and we studied for about 2-3 hours.

So, yeah, I missed it. *pout*

luvan1me · « **Reply #239 on:** May 17, 2011, 10:49:12 pm »

NUUU (yeah you did say that >3>) but NUUUuuuu ;A; you! *shakes fist at*

Washougal_Otaku · « **Reply #240 on:** May 18, 2011, 08:10:44 am »

Run, reppy! Run! She hits really hard!!!

@fleur - Are you sure? It sounded like they first learned about it from looking at a program guide... (Now I wish I had my copy with me so I could look over it again... oh, well).

Doctor Whooves · « **Reply #241 on:** May 18, 2011, 10:50:49 am »

Here's a little something from Wonder NW that some of you might have missed, or maybe only heard about.

An "argument" at the end of the "Kneel Before Pod" panel resulted in a battle outside in the hallway between members of PDXYar. (This is also happens to be a lesson in why you never mess with our wenches.) http://youtu.be/2VtK01jZMWk

nekovamp13 · « **Reply #242 on:** May 18, 2011, 10:59:54 am »

That was awesome! I started singing along with the chorus ^^

fleur_fraise · « **Reply #243 on:** May 18, 2011, 11:10:40 am »

I love PDXYar! I'd love to design a pirate costume for myself- I'm going to college for costume design so maybe I'll actually get to do it eventually haha

luvan1me · « **Reply #244 on:** May 18, 2011, 09:48:55 pm »

it was really fun XD at first i was like o.O then i was like -w-b

Hole the killer · « **Reply #245 on:** May 18, 2011, 10:11:52 pm »

Quote from: Washougal_Otaku on May 18, 2011, 08:10:44 am

Run, reppy! Run! She hits really hard!!!

@fleur - Are you sure? It sounded like they first learned about it from looking at a program guide... (Now I wish I had my copy with me so I could look over it again... oh, well).

I was interviewed for the article. It might have sounded like a program guide because the interviewer wanted basic information.
http://www.wweek.com/portland/print-article-17457-print.html Here is the article if you wish to read over it again.

good lord I wish i could change this 2006 username...

luvan1me · « **Reply #246 on:** May 18, 2011, 10:48:04 pm »

it does sound funny >3> i'm no pervert XD lawlz. it is a street fashion <3 and funny thing is >3> my mom use to dress me up like that when i was little. (got pics of me XD) and she didn't know what it was called. and then since i was forced into dresses, and skirts, etc when i was a kid, i hated pink and light colors and dresses when i grew older, but now i love it <3 (interesting isn't it?)

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