Schedule of Events

• FRIDAY 11/10/2023

Main and Special events:

 Opening Ceremonies Friday 12-1pm
Come be apart of Anime Iwai as we kick off our weekend of fun!  We’ll introduce you to our fabulous guests, tell you what you’ll see throughout the convention, and of course meet your con Hostess.  
Main Events 

Genshin Impact Itadori Festival Friday, 1:00-2:00PM
Join Yae Miko at Inazuma’s first ever international cultural convention! We will celebrate the traditional history of the Five Kasen as we look toward the cultural revolution happening today.
Main Events

 Ballroom Etiquette & Dancing w/ Fantasticarium  Friday, 1:00 - 2:00 PM
Learn the basics of ballroom, etiquette, manners, and dancing with the masquerade community, Fantasticarium! The waltz, Virginia reel, the polka and many more are included. All you need to enter the magical world of a formal masquerade ball!'
Special Events

Q&A With Sarah Wiedensheft Friday 2:00- 3:00PM
Hi there! I’m Sarah! I voice lots of small beans and love to draw. Let’s get to another more! If you’ve got any burning questions, you can finally unleash them upon me! >:3
Main Events

 Minty Magic Witches Café session 1 Friday 2:30-3:30PM
Join the Minty Magic witches for a healing break from all the convention madness. Sit back and relax with a good book and a cup of tea, chat it up with some friends (or make some new ones!), and snap some cute pics in a witch hat! Entry includes one drink, and three food items, reminiscent of afternoon tea ($15 ticket)
Special Events

 Q&A With Aarron Dismuke Friday 3:00-4:00PM
Let's get to know each other. I'll start. I play Magic, League, Fallout, Undertale, and have dabbled with Tarot Cards (if not actual alchemy). I'm a fan of Death Parade, Sword Art, Mushishi, Code Geass, Made in Abyss, and at least half of the shows I've been in. I'm not quite vegetarian, but I sometimes pretend to be. I used to build road blocks, have hosted a murder party, and have been to a(n admittedly shabby) Fallout Shelter. Sort of. So yeah, Aren't I interesting, but like, in a relatable, not trying too hard, way? You noticed, right? Senpai?... Senpai?!
Main Events

Minty Magic Witches Café session 2 Friday 3:45-4:45PM
Join the Minty Magic witches for a healing break from all the convention madness. Sit back and relax with a good book and a cup of tea, chat it up with some friends (or make some new ones!), and snap some cute pics in a witch hat! Entry includes one drink, and three food items, reminiscent of afternoon tea ($15 ticket)
Special Events

 Coast to Ghost With Kritsi Rothrock Friday 4:00-6:00PM
Spooky Season is NEVER over! Join KristI Rothrock in a deep dive of all things Japanese & spooky. From a claimed mangaka Junji Ito to Japanese Folklore and so much more!
Main Events

 Minty Magic Witches Café session 3 Friday 5:00-6:00PM
Join the Minty Magic witches for a healing break from all the convention madness. Sit back and relax with a good book and a cup of tea, chat it up with some friends (or make some new ones!), and snap some cute pics in a witch hat! Entry includes one drink, and three food items, reminiscent of afternoon tea ($15 ticket)
Special Events

 Fantasticarium presents: The Pokemon Legends Masquerade Ball
Friday 5:30-7:30PM
Prepare for a new adventure as you join the Masquerade community Fantasticarium for a mystical evening full of adventure and fun! Inspired by the magical world of Pokémon, we will lead you through classical and fantasy dances, host raffles, and a cosplay contest. See you there!
Main Events

 Meet the Cosplay Judges! Friday, 6:30 - 7:30 PM
If you plan on competing in our Cosplay Contests, this panel is for you! Spend an hour meeting our judges for both the Craftsmanship and Runway Madness contests!
Special Events

 Jojo's Burlesque Adventures with Speakeasy Sirens Friday 8:00-9:15 PM
"Are you ready to get Bizarre? Join the Speakeasy Sirens as they take you through your favorite parts of Jojos Burlesque Adventures from Phantom Blood to Steel Ball Run in this sexy, sultry and silly burlesque show! From Dio Brando to Kira Yoshikage these stand users are ready to show you all that they've got and prove their worth to be called Stand Users. This nerdy striptease is 18+ only; tips appreciated; cheering required."
Main Events

 Wren’s Pink Super Idol Live! Friday, 8:00 - 9:30 PM
Come see your local idols perform! Hosted by Florida super idol Wren in their very first bright pink live show! Singing, dancing, lip syncing! Meet your local idols in person and see them perform!
Special Events

 Twerk It All (18+) Friday, 9:45 - 11:30 PM
Twerk twerk twerk twerk twerk! We wanna see you twerk twerk twerk twerk twerk! In your cosplay or a shirt (with bottoms!) shirt shirt shirt shirt! Misbehave too much and you gonna learn learn learn. So you think you can Twerk? Show us! It’s all going to be a Sexy Experience. This is an 18+ event.
Main Events

Empowerment in Shibari (18+) Friday, 10:00-11:00PM
This premium experience for attendees offers a captivating live demonstration where Katie skillfully explores the art of self-tie shibari, emphasizing safety, consent, and communication. Gain valuable insights and practical tips in this unique celebration of the ancient Japanese art form. Please note that this event contains mature content, and attendees must be 18 years or older.
Special Events

Anime Iwai Kareoke Friday 11:45PM-2:00AM

Have you seen Aggretsuko? Do you just love to sing along to your favorite songs? Now’s your chance to take the stage! Sing along with us as we Karaoke late into the night!
Main Events

 Simulation Rave 11:30PM- 2:00PM

Special Events

 

• SATURDAY 11/11/2023

Main and Special Events:

 Anisong Cosplay Singalong and Dance Party Saturday, 10:00 - 11:00 AM
Do you love anime and J-pop songs, and find yourself singing along with them at the most awkward times? Fret no more-- be a part of our Anikura (anime song dance party) and belt out your favorite tunes with your fellow geeks and nerds! This is an all-ages dance party event and FREE glow sticks will be provided. This dance party panel is hosted by Space Wizard Cosplay, the "official" DJ of Flynn's Arcade, and song requests are welcome!
Main Events

Minty Magic Witches Café session 4 Saturday, 10:00- 11:00 AM
Join the Minty Magic witches for a healing break from all the convention madness. Sit back and relax with a good book and a cup of tea, chat it up with some friends (or make some new ones!), and snap some cute pics in a witch hat! Entry includes one drink, and three food items, reminiscent of afternoon tea ($15 ticket)
Special Events

 Somnio Strings Saturday 11:30AM-12:30 PM
Performing Live! Somnio String Quartet plays a variety of music like classical, pop, contemporary, and soundtrack covers.
Main Events

 Minty Magic Witches Café session 5 Saturday, 11:15AM- 12:15 PM
Join the Minty Magic witches for a healing break from all the convention madness. Sit back and relax with a good book and a cup of tea, chat it up with some friends (or make some new ones!), and snap some cute pics in a witch hat! Entry includes one drink, and three food items, reminiscent of afternoon tea ($15 ticket)
Special Events

Painting Aki Figures Saturday 12:45-1:45PM
Have a 3D Printed figure of our Mascot Aki? Well it’s only a $10 purchase to get your own and guess what? We’re going to paint them! Come paint your Aki during our Painting Aki Figures panel!
Special Events

Jujutsu Kaisen Sister-School Goodwill Event Saturday 1:00-2:00PM
Jujutsu sorcerers! Be advised of the annual competition happening now between our Tokyo & Kyoto schools. Utahime and Gojo will be choosing the events. Come ready to represent your branch and beat your peers!
Main Events

How to Write a Decent Dub with Aaron Dismuke Saturday 2:00-3:00PM
Aaron Dismuke here again, Still refusing to refer to myself in the third person like some may do for these panel descriptions, probably because I am neither an awkward anime character nor a khajiit. If you're curious about how we make the decision to stray from, add to, or stick with the translations of the shows we dub at Funimation, come listen to me talk. I have around five years of experience adapting scripts for the likes of Fairy Tail, Fire Force, Tokyo Ghoul, Attack on Titan and Overlord
Special Events

Lip Sync in Cosplay Royale! Saturday, 2:30 - 4:30 PM
This panel welcomes cosplayers to participate and enjoy a battle of lip syncing cosplayers! Hosted by?€?DanAsian?€?Cosplay and a selected table of judges, contestants will go through 3 rounds of lip syncing for the BEST Lip Sync Cosplayer of the day! We want to see your character in the performance, and a boat load of stage presence. Show your best, but always have fun!
Main Events

 Let's Play Forget-Me-Not With Sarah Wiedenhef  Saturday, 3:00-4:00PM
Come play a game with Sarah! Forget-Me-Not is a game where you are given a character name or an object at random and must draw them relying solely on memory. Whoever gets the closest wins! There will be fun prizes given out to winners, should you choose to play with her!
Special events

 In the Name of Anime I'd Say with Kristi Rothrock Saturday, 4:00-5:00PM
Join Kristi Rothrock for a madlib style collaborative creation. Can we create the longest anime title with an amazing plot and character development? Who knows because it's all up to you!
Special Events
 
Craftmanship Cosplay Contest Saturday, 5:00-6:00PM
You want to see the cosplays from Cosplayers that worked hard on making that incredible cosplay from scratch? Well you’ve come to the right place. See the cosplays walk across the stage from glamour to mech, you never know what you’re going to see.
Main Events

 Dance the Con Away with HCDT Saturday, 5:30 - 7:00 PM
Join the Hallyu Club & Dance Team for a fun time of K-pop random play dance! A variety of K-pop songs will be played, and you'll have a chance to dance to your favorite choreographies of the songs you love. Feel free to come and leave as you please. If you have never heard of K-pop or want to learn more, this is your chance to see what it's all about. So, come on out, meet HCDT and fellow K-pop fans, share in your love for K-pop, and dance the con away!
Special Events

 Kimetsu no Gala - Demon Slayer Ball with Paladin Mabel Saturday, 6:30 - 8:30 PM
With the recent victories against upper rank demons, the Demon Slayer Corps has decided to host a gala to celebrate the many accomplishments of the Demon Slayers! It will be a night of music, dancing, and other surprises. Formal cosplays are highly encouraged, but everyone is welcome to celebrate!
Main Events

 Meads and Melodies Saturday ,7:30-8:30PM
Debuting at Anime Iwai is the Local distillery from Key Largo. FL: Keys Meads! You may have tried some of their delectable Meads at the Florida Annual Renaissance Faire but you haven’t had them all! Between the carefully picked selection of meads, Somnio Strings will also be playing sweet musical accompaniment for your enjoyment. This is a 21+ premium event and Tickets are $25(+tax) per person
Special Events

CHOOSE YOUR CHARACTER! Smash Brothers Burlesque with Speakeasy Sirens Saturday 9:00-10:45PM
CHOOSE YOUR CHARACTER! Smash or Pass is the newest Smash Bros themed nerdlesque show to hit the scene at Anime Iwai. You're here to cheer on your favorite contestants as the hosts help our bachelor pick his perfect match! Will Bowser find his true love? Will Bayonetta take out her competition to steal our bachelor's heart? Who will have to take their WALK OF SHAME? Come join us in this scripted comedy nerdlesque show! 18+ only, tips appreciated, cheering required!
Main Events

Cards Against Humanity with the Zero Hero Manga Guests (18+) Saturday, 9:00- 10 PM
It’s Cards Against Humanity with Guests! The Game will be wild as our special guests are the card czars to our Cards against Humanity game extroidinare!
Special events

 Introduction to Gundam Model Building Saturday, 10:00 - 11:00 PM
Uberscosplay takes you on a tour of the world of Gundam Model Kits. Learn about how the hobby has evolved over its 40 year history and where its going next! Learn about techniques to improve your model kits.
Special Events

 Simulation Rave Saturday 11:15PM-2:00AM
Main Events

 Anime Iwai Kareoke Saturday 11:00PM-2:00AM
Have you seen Aggretsuko? Do you just love to sing along to your favorite songs? Didn’t make it to Friday’s Karaoke? Now’s your chance to take the stage! Sing along with us as we Karaoke late into the night!
Special Events

 

• SUNDAY 11/12/2023 

  Main Events And special Events

 Weeb Warfare Morning Nerf Shenanigans Sunday 10:00AM-12:00PM
First Person Shooter style Battle Royal! Come to Weeb Warfare's Morning Nerf Shenannigans for some adrenaline fun.
Main Events

 Shrek's Swampy Brunchesque with Speakeasy Sirens Sunday, 11:00AM-12:00PM
AND IN THE MORNING, WE'RE MAKING WAFFLES! Get into OUR swamp at Anime Iwai as Shrek and the gang treat you to the campiest burlesque brunch around! From Fiona to Farquaad the gang is all here as you snack and cheer as we peel back the layers (like an onion. Or a parfait?) in this Sunday brunch burlesque event! 18+ only, tips appreciated, cheering required! This event is a premium event and tickets cost $30+tax per person
Special Events

 Surviving the Zombie Apocalypse with Aaron Dismuke Sunday, 12:30- 1:30 PM
My name is Aaron Dismuke and I am utterly unqualified to host this panel, but that's never stopped me before and honestly, who's more qualified? Aside from like, an actual veteran or gun enthusiast. Hikers might have one up on me too. Anyone who owns a boat... A farmer could for sure throw a more useful panel. But as someone who's pretended to be a zombie, one time for pay even, I think I can offer a-... Well, not unique per se, but certainly a perspective. (Look, honestly, we're just gonna come up with weird anime/horror movie mashups like 28 Days Later but with Pokemon; it'll be great.)
Main Events

Meet the Dragon Maids w/Kristi Rothrock & Sarah Wiedenheft Sunday,                                                                                                     Sunday 1:30 -2:30 PM
For the first time ever join Sarah Wiedenheft & Kristi Rothrock as they talk all things Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid! From burning questions about Tohru to the mischief of Ilulu they are here to reveal it all!
Main events

Minty Magic Witches Café session 6 Sunday, 1:30- 2:30PM
Join the Minty Magic witches for a healing break from all the convention madness. Sit back and relax with a good book and a cup of tea, chat it up with some friends (or make some new ones!), and snap some cute pics in a witch hat! Entry includes one drink, and three food items, reminiscent of afternoon tea ($15 ticket)
Special Events

 StarStruck at Iwai Sunday, 2:30 - 4:30 PM
This singing contest is specifically for your favorite anime openings, video game soundtracks and overall show tunes. Bring your best to the stage and rock the con for a chance to win the ArkIdol awards!
Main Events

Tea Party with Your Fairy Gay Mother Sunday, 3:00 - 4:00 PM
Join the Fairy Gay Mother to see her spill the tea on the history of the gay, trans, and other flags. Learn about how the flags were designed and the events leading up to their creation! This event is BYOT (bring your own tea) but you'll take home a cute tea cup charm!
Special Events

 Cosplay Runway Contest Sunday, 5:00-6:00PM
Come and see the wildest cosplay show in South Florida! Watch the best cosplayers go head to head in various prpmpts, and you the audience, gets to vote for your favorites!
Main Events

Minty Magic Witches Café session 7 Sunday 4:30- 5:30PM
Join the Minty Magic witches for the final healing break from all the convention madness. Sit back and relax with a good book and a cup of tea, chat it up with some friends (or make some new ones!), and snap some cute pics in a witch hat! Entry includes one drink, and three food items, reminiscent of afternoon tea ($15+tax per ticket)
Special Events

 Closing Ceremonies Sunday,6:00- 7:00PM
Sadly, our time has come to an end, but the memories will last a lifetime. Join the Anime Iwai staff, guests, and volunteers to share our memories, make a suggestion, and possibly learn about what’s to come next year.
Main Events

 

• Panel ROOMS (But wait there's more!)

Friday 11/10/2023

 

Anime Media Mash Live!  Friday, 1:00 - 2:00 PM
BELIEVE IT!!! Media Mash is Back at Anime Iwai! Time to go PLUS ULTRA and join the Random Ramblers in this Anime Edition of their Pop Culture Debate Game Show! 1Judge, 3 Contestants! The winner of each round is the one with the BEST argument and WINS A PRIZE!!! So unleash your INNER WEEB and LET'S MASH IT UP!!!
Panel Room 1

 Armor 101 Friday, 1:00 - 2:00 PM
Join award winning cosplayer BecTheNoir to discuss the exciting process of crafting foam armor. Whether you're new to armor making, or you've made full suits, they will be sharing their tips and tricks to help you learn something new!
Panel Room 2

 

Video Game Media Mash Live! Friday, 2:00 - 3:00 PM
Media Mash is a debate-style game show where fans of different fandoms compete and debate over questions based on their favorite fandoms in order to win a prize. There are usually 3 contestants per round and 1 judge. Whenever a question is asked, each contestant must give their honest answers and opinions. Once the judge says the words "Mash It Up", the contestants must debate why their answer is better than the others. The contestant with the best argument wins the round and a prize. Each round usually consists of different groups of contestants.
Panel Room 1 

Anime Bingo Friday, 2:00 - 3:00 PM
Just your average, every day game of Bingo but instead of numbers, it's your favorite anime titles! Race against fellow otaku as you try to fill your sheet before them, while jamming out to all of the best anime openings and endings around. Various treats and prize opportunities to all who participate.
Panel Room 2

 My Con-tinerary Friday, 3:00 - 4:00 PM
Do you have a convention itinerary? What days to do what? Having a schedule or a game plan for it. Meeting up with friends? Photoshoots, Merchandise, Panels, and Autographs; what to choose and how to execute. Disclaimer: our answers are based on our past years experiences. Who knows, maybe we have questions for you!
Panel Room 1

 3D Modeling & Printing Cosplay Props Friday, 3:00 - 4:00 PMLearn how to get started 3D modeling for cosplay. This panel will go over the different software choices and modeling styles. To getting started modeling a cosplay prop for 3D printing in mind. While sharing some tips and tricks.
Panel Room 2

 Devil Fruit Showdown! Friday 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Come aboard and bring along all your hopes and dreams! Join us as we go through a battle royale of devil fruit match-ups, where powers are revealed in a quick draw and the Audience gets to decide the victor in terms of prowess! Can these pirates or marines convince the audience to side with them? Only one fruit user can reach the One Piece in this fun stand off style panel!
Panel Room 1

 Getting Ready to Dye 101 Friday, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Have you ever wanted to find the perfect colored shirt or pants for your cosplay but don't have the time or skill to sew? Come check out S15 Costuming's Ready to Dye panel as he teaches you the basics of dyeing, alongside other ways you can use dye for your cosplay or props.
Panel Room 2

 Battleships: Love is War Friday 5:00 - 6:00 PM
Calling all sailors! Come and defend your favorite ships in this debate panel where we discuss which couple or could be couples are better than the other whether it be from video games or anime. Join Cosplay Kenny for what could be a very heated debate.
Panel Room 1

 Trope Talk! Friday 5:00 - 6:00 PM
Welcome to Trope Talk! Join us for an hour long talk of our favorite anime tropes! You can join in on the talk as well and talk about your favorite tropes as well! Panel Room 2

 Anime Dating Game Friday 6:00 - 7:00 PM
What anime character would you describe yourself? What anime would you live in? What anime sidekick would you choose? These questions and more will be asked to let our lovely participant know if your the right fit for them! Join cosplay Kenny for the Anime dating game show! 
Panel Room 1

 Genshin Ultimate Quiz and Wishing Session  Friday 6:00 - 7:00 PM 
Come join us for the ultimate Genshin Kahoot quiz, grand prize $100, 2nd place wins $20 and third place wins $5, afterwards we?€?ll do a wishing session.
Panel Room 2

 Introduction to Touhou Project Friday 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Explore the world and characters of the most prolific fan-made shooter game of all time. This interactive panel offers prizes for audience participation. Suitable for the seasoned fan or the totally uninitiated.
Panel Room 1

 Shonen Anime Debate and Minigames Hosted by Boruturd Friday 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Who out-strategizes who, Lelouch or Kira? Who survived No Nut November, Jiraiya or Roshi? How long would Krillin last against a Titan? Join us as we debate in teams then try out some diverse shonen anime inspired mini games!
Panel Room 2

 Let's Play Touhou Danmaku Friday, 8:00 - 9:00 PM
Danmaku is a card game based on the extremely prolific Japanese bullet hell video game Touhou Project. The card game does a great job of capturing the spirit of the video game, so let's pick characters and start shooting and dodging. The game is designed for 4 to 8 players and no previous knowledge of Touhou Project is required.
Panel Room 1

 Ultimate Werewolf: Iwai Friday, 8:00 - 9:00 PM
The attendees of Anime Iwai enjoyed their festivities until they realized there was a werewolf amongst them! In this Interactive panel, join your fellow convention goers as you take on the roles in the game to weed out the pack of werewolves in this chilling game. It's either hunt or be hunted in this game of deduction! Rules and roles will be explained before gameplay!
Panel Room 2

 Macross and Robotech: What's the Difference Friday, 9:00 - 10:00 PM
Author and industry insider Brian McAfee discusses the history and complicated relationship between the Macross and Robotech anime franchises. The panel will explain how Macross has influenced the development of the anime industry in America. There will also be a brief synopsis of the various spin-offs and sequels from each series and recommend which ones new viewers should start with. The panel will also cover recent legal developments and the future of Robotech, including the potential live action movie by Sony. 
Panel Room 1

 Books I Read for the "Plot" and Why You Should Too  Friday, 9:00 - 10:00 PM
Is the book good or is the MC just hot? That?€?s what I thought. Join us in this panel where we defend the worst books with the hottest characters!
Panel Room 2

 Terrible Fanction Dramatic Reading Theater (18+) Friday 10:00 - 11:00 PM

We've all read our fair share of terrible, ridiculous, and just plain strange fanfiction across all corners of the internet. Join us as we act out some of our favorites and read them in dramatic voices! This is the 18+ panel for unprotected hand-holding action.
Panel Room 1

 CP2 Podcast Presents Abridged Anime (18+) Friday, 10:00 - 11:00 PM
Do you love abridged anime? Well, so do we! Come join us as we showcase some of our favorite abridged anime. Get ready for some hilarious fan dubbed anime with the CP2 Podcast.
Panel Room 2 

"Convention Horror Stories (18+)" Friday 11:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Have you ever had a convention nightmare? Ever forgotten a vital piece of a cosplay when it's too late? Then this panel is for you! In this round table style panel, feel free to share your scariest convention experiences!
Panel Room 1

 Battle of the BoyLove's (18+) Friday 11:00 PM - 12:00 AM
You like spicy books? We like spicy books. Come defend your favorite toxic top in our Battle of the BL's Panel!
Panel Room 2

Funtime with Tentacles (18+) Friday 10:00PM 12:00PM
Come join us at fun times with tentacles. A hentai game show where you, the contestant, see if you have the talent to be a hentai voice actor. Where we can judge if you got what it takes to make us laugh, cringe... or even question your kinks.
Weebwarfare Room

Interspecies Review Second Edition (18+) Friday 11:00PM-12:00AM
Have you watched any anime you're ashamed to admit? Wanna watch some in public with a bunch of strangers? We're the panel for you!
Weebwarfare Room

Saturday 11/11/2023

 Introduction to Shinto and the Kami Saturday,10:00 - 11:00 AM

What are the Kami? Are they gods? Are they spirits? What are characters doing at a shrine visit in anime? Are Japanese people Buddhist, Shinto or both? We attempt to unravel the mysteries of Shinto and the shrine in this introduction to the native religion of Japan.
Panel Room 1

 Crochet in Cosplay Saturday,10:00 - 11:00 AM
This isn't your grandma's crochet! Join us with sharing and discussing ways that crochet and other fiber arts can be incorporated into cosplays to add some personal flair!
Panel Room 2

 Tale of Genji: A Foundational Element of Japanese Culture
                                                                        Saturday, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The Tale of Genji is 1000 years old but influences the culture of Japan even today. We see evidence of the worlds first novelist Lady Murasaki Shikibu every time wethink of "old Japan" and even when we see anime. The Tale of Genji is filled with beautiful poetry, but is also the origin of modern tropes such as loving ones stepmom too much, the lucky pervert, living with and loving a loli. If you want to see the intersection of anime and culture this is the panel for you.
Panel Room 1

 Closet Cosplay 101 Saturday,11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Have you ever wanted to Cosplay but you don't know how to make anything? Heck, you don't even know where to start! or What to do?! Have no fear you can make a Cosplay right out of what's in your closet!  Come and let's figure it out!
Panel Room 2

 Pokemon Media Mash Live! Saturday, 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Pokemon Media Mash is a Pokemon version of our classic Media Mash Game Show. One Judge asks a Pokemon related, opinion-based question, the audience raise their hands to give their honest, opinionated answers. We choose 3 contestants from the audience to explain their answers and then enter a debate with each other to argue who's answer is best. At the end of each round, the judge chooses the winner based off the best argument and the winner wins a prize! Not just a fun panel for Pokemon fans, but also builds hype for the upcoming Pokemon Masquerade Ball hosted by Fantasticarium.
Panel Room 1

 HCDT Presents: K-pop / K-Drama Trivia Saturday,12:00 - 1:00 PM

Is three seconds all it takes for you to guess some of your favorite K-pop songs or choreographies? How about one second? Can you identify popular K-dramas from just seeing a photo of one scene? Come test your luck at K-pop and K-drama trivia games hosted by the Hallyu Club & Dance Team. Prizes will be awarded to the winner of each game and attendees may work by themselves or as a team.
Panel Room 2

 Budgeting 101 Saturday,1:00 - 2:00 PM
Tired of being broke all the time? Learn the basics on managing your money! Monthly budgeting, financial planning, and ways to save money.
Panel Room 1

 DND: CrabShack's Character Creations Saturday,1:00 - 2:00 PM
Ever thought of making a Dungeons and Dragons Character but the actual character sheet scared you? Maybe you just couldn't really tie your character together? Well, CrabShack cosplay is here to help you with words of wisdom from her forever DM! After playing in several campaigns, the knowledge of making a character you'll enjoy playing as available to you now: We'll get into the nitty gritty of character creation down to the race, class, background, and how complete the entire character 
Panel Room 2

 The Super Mario Trivia Extravaganza Saturday, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
This quiz game show is specifically designed for the most knowledgeable of Mario fans! Use your knowledge to get top score and be the coolest person in the Mushroom Kingdom!
Panel Room 1

 Occult Themes of Genshin Impact Saturday, 2:00 - 3:00 PM
A continuation of the "Occult Themes of Anime and Games" panel of cons prior, but focused entirely around Genshin Impact. How does Paimon relate to the demonology text "Ars Goetia"? How do the Archons tie into an ancient religious tradition? Where does the name "Albedo" come from? Come by and find out!
Panel Room 2

 Introduction to the Youtaite Community Saturday 3:00 - 4:00 PM
Have you ever been curious about some of the folks who cover some of our favorite anime, video game and Vocaloid songs? How about those stunning visuals like the ones we see in a lot of Vtuber song videos? The answers to these questions and more to come in this presentation! Welcome to Youtaite!
Panel Room 1

 Anime Trivial Pursuit Saturday 3:00 - 4:00 PM
Cosplay Kenny returns yet again with his tricky trivia on all sorts of anime. From anime endings to knowing what the dragon balls do, test your knowledge and earn prizes by answering these variety of questions.
Panel Room 2

Believe It! The Naruto Trivia Panel Saturday,4:00 - 5:00 PM
Do you think you're the most knowledgeable shinobi in all things Naruto? Come find out and you may win a prize fit for the Hokage!
Panel Room 1

 Ships & Sailors Saturday, 4:00 - 5:00 PM 
Ahoy there! Ships & Sailors is the improv game of the Marines, where you have to follow a list of set commands in the fashion of "Simon Says". You'll have a wave of a time interacting with fellow contestants and competing for special prizes in the last few rounds! Make sure to set your course for this panel.
Panel Room 2

 Demon Defense Club! Demon Slayer Q&A! Saturday, 5:00 - 6:00 PM
Come check out this incredible Demon Slayer Q&A! This panel is fun for all ages and is all inclusive to all who would like to join! Attendees will  be able to participate in games such as truth or dare, the friend finding game, etc, and will optionally receive candy, stickers, goodie bags, and best of all...A FUN TIME!! This panel may include some of your favorite Demon Slayer characters. Come join this adventure!
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 The Chunin Exams Hosted by Boruturd Saturday, 5:00 - 6:00 PM
To advance as shinobi, there are several steps Genin must take to then become Chunin and in our panel, we match those steps through fun mini events! The first phase is a qualification round, and a test of knowledge. You will be asked questions by the Jounin. Everything from scientific questions to general Naruto questions to your favorite food is fair game and if you get it right, you advance! The final phase is what we're known for (and what hooked millions of Naruto fans to the show): the Chunin exams tournament! The Jounin selects which Genin face off in a 1-on-1 match as they roleplay a fight with their sound effects, weapons, hand signs, or ninja techniques. The only condition is when the music stops, you must act out a flashback!
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 How to Create a Manga by Zero Hero Saturday 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Author of Zero Hero manga and voice actor guests will be talking about the process of how to create your own manga. The panel will have guests who have voice characters in various games and also giveaways.
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 Feudal Era Games Saturday, 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Welcome to the Feudal Era Games! Represent your favorite InuYasha character as you and your team compete in trivia and fun mini games inspired by the beloved feudal fairy tale!
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 I <3 That Era!: Toonami Edition Saturday, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Join us as we go though the 25 year run of Cartoon Network's iconic programming block. Check the shows and anime that made Toonami the better cartoon show we all grew up with.
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 Anime Iwai: SURVIVOR Saturday, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Attending Anime Iwai, 14 contestants will compete against one another in a series of challenges. The last person standing will not only have a grand prize for winning, but bragging rights for an entire year, as well as granting them the right as a future contestant in the next year. THIS IS...SURVIVOR! Test your strength, knowledge of anime, as well as your tenacity!
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 Deciphering Madoka Magica Saturday, 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM 
Author Brian McAfee presents a discussion of the symbols, metaphors and literary references in the critically-acclaimed anime Puella Magi Madoka Magica. The Concept Movie trailer and the new spin-off series Magia Record will also be discussed. There will be prizes for audience members who ask intriguing questions!
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Metahuman Macaluco Meet and Greet   Saturday, 8:00 - 9:00 PM
Meet the great and amazing Metahuman Macaluco!
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 Conventional Wisdom: How to Start a Fandom Convention 
                                                                                     Saturday, 9:00 - 10:00 PM
Do you love cons?  Want to start your own?  Think you've got what it takes to be a convention organizer? Come find out. Brian McAfee, chairman of three different conventions and author of the book "Conventional Wisdom" will tell you how to get started, share some pitfalls to avoid and answer all your questions.
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 How to Get a Rizztraining Order (18+)  Saturday, 9:00 - 10:00 PM
Have you ever received a weird, flirtatious message from a stranger that made you have to stop and reevaluate your life? Maybe some no-profile-picture account asking you to send feet pics? If you're a cosplayer, chances are you can relate. Join us in reading some of the most audacious, disgusting, and straight-up jaw dropping rizz attempts people have actually sent us, or come and share some of your own horror stories
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 Cards Against Humanity Showdown (18+) Saturday 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM 
Come show off how funny you are at the Cards Against Humanity Showdown! We will read the black cards and you and your group will decide and bet on a white card. The funniest answers win a point. The group with the most points wins the game and some snacks!
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 Hentai Review! Sauce or Toss!!! (18+) Saturday, 10:00 - 11:00 PM
Tonight we'll be looking at everything from vanilla to tentacle to BDSM. Leave your kids at home cause we will be deciding whether it'll be an explosive ending or sad short show. Join Cosplay Kenny as we go through various hentai deciding whether it is sauce or to be tossed!
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 Ara Ara~ An Exploration of BDSM and Hentai (18+) Saturday, 11:00 PM - 12:00 AM
This panel explores how BDSM is shown in hentai. Through exploring the history of hentai, we'll discuss how BDSM entered into modern hentai and how it's shown. It will also discuss the ethics of BDSM and Kink, and how Hentai can shown proper kink and BDSM play, while also seeing what we, as consumers, can do to support ethical BDSM in hentai.
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 Reading Smut is FUNdamental (18+) Saturday,11:00 PM - 12:00 AM 
Calling all fanfiction lovers! Join CrabShack and Fantasticarium in reading out loud fanfiction requests that the audience provides; Audience participation is welcomed with a twist! enjoy some laughs as we get down and dirty in reading through fics with some challenges to it! Whether it be reading the dialogue or actions with an accent, word additions, etc. the hosts will try to shake things up a bit.
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Sunday 11/12/2023

 

Introduction to the Gundam Universe Sunday 10:00 - 11:00 AM
So you like giant robots and extremely complicated war dramas? This is the Panel for you! we will discuss all things Gundam and how to get into the fandom. from how to buy kits and start yur own collection to where to start watching the show for the next 10 years of your life.
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 Name That Tune: Video Game Edition Sunday 10:00 - 11:00 AM
Think you know your games well enough to tell it by a jingle? Do you remember the tiniest of sound cues from video games? Then this is the panel for you! Join Cosplay Kenny as he tests your knowledge of all things sound related in video games!
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 Guess that Anime (Bad Descriptions Only)  Sunday, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Think you know your anime? Let's find out ! Put your knowledge to the test by using our terrible sounding descriptions to NAME THAT ANIME!
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 Con-Play Sunday,11:00 AM - 12:00 PM 
Settling down this convention. Let’s play some games with friends! Tons of games from Freeze Dance, 4 Corners, Simon Says, and as much as we can fit into an hour! Sit down and relax all before the day ends.
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 Make Your Own Kandi Sunday, 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Welcome to the wonderful world of PLUR!! (Peace Love Unity Respect) Join us today and you too can make your own kandi! Hosted by @ghoul.space !
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 Name that Tune! Vocaloid Edition Sunday, 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Think you know the beats and melodies of your favorite Vocaloid songs? Then put it to the test with Name That Tune: Vocaloid Edition. We'll be sure to have you Miku Miku Dancing throughout the game all night as the person with the most correct guesses wins a prize!
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 I Dare You to Come to this Panel Sunday,1:00 - 2:00 PM
DARES! PRIZES! AND CHARITY?! Who would’ve thought these three ideas could come together? Join this special collaboration panel between Random Ramblings Productions & S15Costuming, where you can do dares, gain points, and donate to Extra Life to win prizes!
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Chainsaw Man Jeopardy  Sunday, 1:00 - 2:00 PM
H1ve.Cosplays invites you to a Jeopardy style game to interact with the Chainsaw Man character cast to test if you have what it takes to be part Makima’s Devil Hunter team. Put your Chainsaw Man knowledge to the test to win special prizes and become an honorary Devil Hunter!
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 Two Rooms and a BOOM! Sunday,2:00 - 3:00 PM
Can you find out how to stop your President from being blown up? More importantly, who is the President and who is the Bomber?! In this social game of hidden roles and deduction, players are divided into 2 different rooms. Find your teammates, establish trust, and exchange hostages before time runs out and the bomb explodes! It's the party game that's always a blast!
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 K-Pop Workshop Sunday, 2:00 - 3:00 PM
Come on out and learn a K-pop routine with us! There will be plenty of K-pop games and many performances. Don’t miss out on prizes and all the fun!
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 Mastering Anime-Related Effects and Filters for TikTok Sunday, 3:00 - 4:00 PM
Join the expert panelist (creator of over 900 effects) in a journey through the world of anime-related effects for TikTok. Attendees will learn essential tips and tricks to create stunning effects that will make their videos stand out and be memorable Panel Room 1

 Battle Box! Random Character Debate Game!  Sunday, 3:00 - 4:00 PM 
Battle Box is a death battle, but you're in control. Contestants will pick characters out of a box and debate to see who wins in a fight!
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 The Talk no Jutsu - How to Overcome Your Villain Arc Hosted by Boruturd                                                                                             Sunday, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Ever have something awful happen to you, like getting cancelled on Twitter or getting rejected from an old friend group? Avoid your villain arc and open up to a room of strangers as we talk about what we learned from anime that helps us get back up and keep on winning.
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 Anime Trivia Jenga  Sunday, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Two teams compete in an intense, nerve-racking game of Jenga! Except, the fate of your team relies on your knowledge of anime. This game is sure to knock your blocks off.
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 The Theme Song Guessing Game Sunday, 5:00 - 6:00 PM
Come test your pop culture knowledge and see if you can name the music from various movies, tv shows, video games, anime, and musicals across all genres. First place winner receives a $25 gift card to Box Lunch!
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PCD, Go Away! Sunday,5:00 - 6:00 PM
Post Con Depression, everyone goes through it but you don’t have to be alone. As the convention ends we pack up and say our goodbyes. Let’s join together for one last Hurrah! Learn about PCD and how to cope, what to do while waiting for the next convention, and the acceptance that the chaos will start up all over again. We will share what we cherish about the convention, it’s just one last fun event to miss when it’s all over.
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