I start off this article feeling stumped about what to write in regards to Shikkaricon But I do want to preface that the goal of con reports is to help conventions with honest feedback. I want to see cons, including Shikkaricon, grow and succeed. I put my experience together with this con, among all others […]
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Zenkaikon 2023: Huh? The Convention is Evolving!


Zenkaikon is evolving! Staffer Chocola covers Zenkakon 2023 as the Anime Jam Session crew returns for another year of fandom, fun, and yes, maple bacon donuts.

Castle Point Anime 2023: Go for the Con, Stay for the Friends!


Castle Point Anime 2023 took place in Secaucus, New Jersey from April 29th until April 30th in the Meadowlands Convention Center. I went with DJ RanmaS to the event, first meeting up and then taking the conveniently located bus station together. Many fellow con attendees also took the bus in cosplay or nerdy apparel. Excited conversations […]

Derpy Con 2022: Better Later Than Never?


Derpycon 2022 Took place in the New Brunswick New Jersey Hyatt Regency from Friday, October 28th until Sunday, October 30th. Before I begin the review, I do admit last year’s review was very lenient. After all, conventions (including Derpycon), were just returning after a two year shut down! Unfortunately, the shortcomings of 2021’s event were at the forefront this year.

Clovercon 2022: Your Friendly, Neighborhood Convention!


Clovercon is a small convention, with not only big ambitions, but also a big heart. The tenth con was held in Bridgewater New Jersey for one day, May 15th, from about 10am-5p.m.The 4-H center is run by Somerset 4-H members ; proceeds from the convention help this chapter work towards building upgrades.