Discussion with well-known Kickstarter gurus & industry experts to provide advice on how to Kickstart your own game! Take-home materials provided. Q&A included.
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A Q&A style panel discussion with industry experts such as John Wrot! from Gate Keeper Games (www.gatekeepergames.com), Jamey Stegmaier of Stonemaier Games (www.stonemaiergames.com), executives from Panda GM, and select game reviewers. This is the 2nd annual event; and was standing room only in 2014. Get the advice you need for success!
Discuss the finer points of developing, running & fulfilling a kickstarter. Find out the nitty gritty on what works, what not to do & why you should both participate & do one!
Learn all about the exciting new pre-painted table-top minis game! Attend, or Crom smite you, dog!
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Conan: Rise of Monsters (CROM), the new pre-painted miniatures game from Pulposaurus Entertainment Attend, or Crom smite you, dog! Learn all about the exciting new table-top minis game! Exquisitely crafted resin minis, pre-painted and ready for war! Designer Jack Emmert takes you through the terrific concept art, sculpts, and game play from an award-winning team of game pros dedicated to the purity of Robert E. Howard’s unique vision: deadly battles in an Age Undreamed Of.
LegalGeek Advice & Tips for Game Designers! Q&A About IP Law
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We are 2 gamers & legal professionals who love to serve the game designer market. Whether you have simple or difficult questions, come get some general advice & hear war stories to learn from!
Tips & tricks to take your cosplay to the next level! Learn about thermoplastics, 3D printing, adapting found objects, pattern making, low budget cosplay, & more.
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A co-founder of Studio Cosplay will be giving a presentation on cosplay from head to toe. Items discussed will include wig styling; different armor techniques, including using Worbla, Wonderflex, EVA foam, and FOSSHAPE; designing your own costume; and 3D printing. Samples of some materials will be passed around to participants. Presenter bio: Stefanie Hackenberg has been cosplaying since 1998 and has been featured on prominent media outlets such as CNN and io9. She is a Studio Cosplay founder, a Reiki Master-certified energy therapist, and a proud all-around nerd. Stefanie can be found at www.facebook.com/FaeriesWearBootsCosplay
Live action games make up a huge part of the gaming world & yet still very misunderstood. Come & hear about LARPs old & new from across the world & learn about this ever-growing game form.
Numenera, The Strange, No Thank You Evil, and—what’s next? Join Monte, Shanna, Bruce, & the MCG crew to get a peek at what lies ahead for your favorite MCG games!
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Numenera, The Strange, No Thank You Evil, and—what’s next? Join Monte, Shanna, Bruce, and the MCG crew to get a peek at what lies ahead for your favorite MCG games! Attendees in previous years have not left disappointed, and we may have a special treat for you this year—get ready for an immersive trip into the Ninth World (popcorn not included)!
What are the best ways to make a fictional religion operate in your world like real religions - but with magic? Come discuss fictional religion creation with an ordained priest & avid gamer.