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Welcome back to an all new Nerd Initiative Letters to The Editor. It’s been a minute since I’ve done one of these but that’s because the NI Bullpen has been blowing up with coverage and the biggest event of 2023 on the horizon: NEW YORK COMIC CON (October 12th-15th, 2023)!
Starting in 2006, NYCC has grown immensely in size and content. Located at the Javits Center, the event has become a staple for fans of all pop culture!
Now heading into it’s 17th year, the buzz surrounding this years’ even has been HUGE! The NI team broke down what to look forward to at this year’s even on the season two finale of fandoms:
But before it’s time for the event, Here’s a quick checklist of what you should bring as you head to the event:
- Your Badge – Don’t leave for the show without it and without it activated.
- Backpacks – with all the swag and collectables at NYCC, you’ll need something to store them in. Flare it out a bit with some patches/buttons of your favorite fandoms. I guarantee it will make for some conversation starters with fellow fans in line.
- Refillable Water Bottle. Cons can be very warm. Stay hydrated. Snacks are a great idea too. Buying food and drinks at the show can add up on the wallet. Keep that in mind and maybe shift that food money over to buying some other merchandise.
- Maps! You have to know where to go and how much time is needed to get there!
- If you’re buying any collectable poster art, bring a poster tube to put it in. No sense of ruining great art by folding it into pieces.
- Portable phone charger. Do NOT be the one stranded with a dead phone battery when you meet a celeb and can’t take that pic for IG or TikTok. This can definitely make or break a moment.
- If you’ve got a charger, you’ll need your PHONE/MOBILE DEVICE. Make sure to be following NYCC’s account along with what guests you’re planning to see via their social media accounts. It’s the best way to stay up to date with any late minute changes.
- Other essentials you might not think: Hand sanitizer, tissues, gum/breath mints and band aids. They’re something fans might not really think about but all are good to carry.
- It’s NYC in the fall plus the Javits is gonna be VERY warm. Dress for weather accordingly.
- IF COSPLAYING (which will be awesome to do), bring necessary repair kits (pins, tape, etc.) to make sure costumes don’t get ruined. Remember: Cosplay DOES NOT EQUAL CONSENT! Be respectful of everyone doing the art and ask before taking pictures.
- Have Fun. Cons are a great way to make friends and express fandom (always be respectful of other congoers) so enjoy the time and make some friends and memories.
As for the event itself, we’re talking comics so here’s my Top 5 Panels to hit for Comics:
MARVEL: Next Big Thing – Saturday – 3:15PM – 4:15PM EST | Room 405
The House of Ideas has a HUGE weekend planned, but no panel should have more info than this one. Ultimate Spider-Man by Hickman? Avengers: Twilight? The end of the Krakoan Era for the X-Men?! Trust me, this is gonna be heavily talked about after the show.
SKYBOUND – Transformers & G.I. Joe: Welcome To The Energon Universe – Saturday – 10:45-11:45 a.m. ET, Room 405
Ever since the debut issue of VOID RIVALS #1, fans have been buzzing about the return of the Transformers leading into the creation of the ENERGON Universe! With Daniel Warren Johnson and Joshua Williamson leading the way, this is one not to miss!
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DC COMICS – Coming Up in the DC Multiverse – Sat • 2:15 PM – 3:15 PM – Room 408
With the events of “DAWN OF DC” taking shape, this panel is going to have a lot of information for all fans of The Flash, NIGHTWING and the rest of the DC Comics Universe!
COMIXOLOGY ORIGINALS: Behind the Comics Pages with Scott Synder and Co. – Sun, Oct 15, 2023 • 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM – Room 406.3
“Scottober” enters into it’s next phase as one series ends (Canary with Dan Panosian) while another one appears to take flight (By A Thread). This line is always a safe bet to produce some great content and conversation. Don’t miss this.
Dark Horse Comics Presents: The World of Minor Threats – Fri, Oct 13, 2023 • 1:45 PM – 2:45 PM
The universe from the minds of Patton Oswalt and Jordan Blum‘s Minor Threats is expanding! This is gonna be a great panel talking about a series that fans don’t want to miss at the shops!
NEW COMIC REVIEWS EACH WEDNESDAY STARTING AT 9AM EST!
There is MUCH to be excited about as a comic book fan for this years NYCC! What is everyone looking forward to for this year’s event? Hit me up on the ODPH podcast socials and let me know! Thanks for reading and remember: Take advantage of the time and enjoy the moments you make cause there’s nothing like New York Comic Con!
