| 11:00AM – 1:15PM | V |
Durarara Atrium 7 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 13+) Mikado has started school in Ikebukuro, Tokyo. However, the city is about to erupt with events both mundane and supernatural - and Mikado is more closely connected than he knows. |
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| 11:00AM – 12:45PM | V |
Fullmetal Alchemist Atrium 2 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 13+) Ed takes, and passes, the State Alchemist exam, but it is overshadowed by a tragedy that Ed and Al are unable to prevent. Meanwhile, a scarred man with a tatooed arm is hunting State Alchemists. |
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| 11:00AM – 12:45PM | V |
School Rumble Second Semester Atrium 8 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 13+, Back to School) The students of Class 2-C can't agree on what to do for the School Festival. Akira provides a solution to the dilemma... A battle to the death! |
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| 11:00AM – 1:00PM | V |
Tenchi GXP Atrium 1 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 13+) Galaxy Police Academy cadet Seina Yamada has the worst luck - but blundering into pirate ambush after pirate ambush, Seina is just the right man for the job when it comes to hunting pirates! |
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| 12:00PM – 8:00PM | C |
Charity Silent Auction Plaza 6 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Anime Detour Staff Anime Detour would like to announce our annual Charity Auction will be donated to The American Red Cross once again to support the “Japan Relief” effort. The Charity Silent Auction will be held in Plaza 6 next to the Art Show from Friday (12:00pm – 8:00pm) through Saturday (8:00am – 8:00pm). There will be many rare autographed items available, as well as membership and hotel packages for Anime Detour 2013 for you to bid on. Also, thanks to how much everyone has contributed the last few years, our guests have placed a few priceless, one-of-a-kind items in the auction. The bidding will begin on Friday and continue through Saturday night when the Art Show closes. Some items will be on display only until the Live Auction. The Live Auction will be on Sunday at 12:30am in The Garden Court. See what offers we have brought this year! Come bid! See our wonderful Guests of Honor auction off these items for charity. Remember, all winning bids must pick up their items before the Art Show closes on Sunday between 8:00am and 12:00pm or the item will be forfeited and go to auction. The American Red Cross name is used with its permission, which in no way constitutes an endorsement, express or implied, of any product, service, company, individual or political position. For more information about the American Red Cross, please call 1 800 HELP NOW or email info@usa.redcross.org. Please help and donate for the support and help of all those affected by the tsunami in Japan. |
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| 12:00PM – 4:00PM | P |
Anime Kindergarten Room 223 (DoubleTree)
Welcome to Anime Kindergarten! The only place featuring coloring books, crafts, nap time, & much more - all with an anime twist! We'll be playing games with juice boxes and animal crackers. Come have fun and remember: act your shoe size-not your age. |
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| 12:00PM – 6:00PM | R |
Manga Reading Lounge Atrium 4 Foyer (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Hennepin County Library and the Metropolitan Library Service Y?koso! Hennepin County Library, Saint Paul Public Library and MELSA invite you to relax with a favorite manga at the Manga Reading Lounge. |
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| 12:45PM – 2:30PM | V |
Baka and Test - Summon the Beasts Atrium 8 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 14+, Back to School) At Fumizuki Academy, status is won through battles between avatars powered by academic ability, with the nicest rooms and resources going to the victors. Filled with slackers, can Class F succeed? |
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| 12:45PM – 2:30PM | V |
xxxHolic Atrium 2 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 13+) Yuko has a solution to any customer's needs. Whether a rain sprite looking for her friend or a housewife addicted to the Internet, if they truly want aid, Yuko and Watanuki can help! |
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| 1:00PM – 2:45PM | V |
Hayate the Combat Butler Atrium 1 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 13+) The sinister school superintendent wants Hayate to join her Battle Butler Corp of Darkness, and is willing to manipulate Nagi to force him to do it! Will Hayate save the day? |
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| 1:15PM – 3:00PM | V |
Needless Atrium 7 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 14+) In the destroyed section of Tokyo known as the Black Spot, humans with special powers battle against a corporation that has begun to target them for experimentation. |
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| 1:30PM – 3:00PM | R |
Intermediate Mock Combat Bloomington Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Chris Ayres Already mastered the basics of mock combat with Chris Ayres? Join the intermediate course to learn some new moves. |
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| 2:00PM – 1:00AM | P |
Ai-kon's Cutie Tea and Yaoi Bedtime story PJ party Room 209 (DoubleTree)
Come visit us for tea, sweets, conversation and festively dressed servers in our whimsical tea room by day. Then get dressed in your best PJ's for cocktails and the interpretive yaoi bedtime story styling’s of Uncle Jennah by night (BYOB for story time. I |
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| 2:00PM – 4:00PM | P |
Waffles for Hope Room 202 (DoubleTree)
Serving waffles to all hungry con-goers! Why? Deliciousness! AND the Child's Play charity! Come nom, visit, help needy kids, and game with us! |
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| 2:00PM – 3:00PM | R |
About Studio OnY Atrium 6 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Studio OnY Talk with Shannon and Richard about their studio and current projects. |
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| 2:00PM – 3:00PM | R |
Amigurumi! Plaza 1 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Caitiebear Come learn to crochet animals and inanimate objects with cute faces on them. Attendees will learn the basic stitches needed to create their own amis. Soon, you'll be making your own little friends! |
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| 2:00PM – 3:00PM | R |
Awesome AMVs Plaza 4 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Kris "Phade" McCormic Videos in Spring / Capturing the feeling, sure / We'll show you the stuff. |
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| 2:00PM – 3:00PM | R |
Chicks Dig Giant Robots: Season 3 Edina Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Aoirann, Zakanakai, Shadowfox061, Dovahkiin Last season the panel was left a desolate wasteland by the Anti-Spirals, the Glorft, the Angels, and the Word of Blake. But not even that can stop us. |
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| 2:00PM – 3:00PM | R |
Cosplay Chess Prep Panel Grand Ballroom (DoubleTree)
Panelists: ammy Orientation for those who have signed up to be in Cosplay Chess. This panel is intended to touch base with everyone involved and for setup. |
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| 2:00PM – 3:00PM | R |
Creative Writing 101 Paris (Sofitel)
Panelists: Dr. Arke, Fade Learn about all the ways in which character design can go wrong, how to fix them, as well as creating a realistic world to put them in. |
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| 2:00PM – 3:00PM | R |
Down the Rabbit Hole Bordeaux (Sofitel)
Panelists: Break, Cheshire Alice in Wonderland has been a cultural phenomenon since 1865. We'll discuss why, as well as how anime and manga deepen our understanding of this classic. |
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| 2:00PM – 3:00PM | R |
FLCL: Do you know what it means? Plaza 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: bakurako, Andrew Come and talk about FLCL, and let us answer all your questions to the best of our abilities. |
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| 2:00PM – 3:00PM | R |
Mawaru Penguindrum Atrium 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Revolutionary Jo, belindabird INITIATE SURVIVAL STRATEGY! Listen up all you worthless human beings who won't amount to anything. Attend the PenguinDrum panel. |
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| 2:00PM – 3:00PM | R |
Nobody Watches This Anime Plaza 2 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Triceraglocks, AnarchyOpteryx Anime has a lot of big name shows that everybody knows about. In this panel we'll showcase some anime that isn't mentioned often and allow you the chance to share some of your favorite hidden gems (and win some prizes in the process!). |
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| 2:30PM – 4:15PM | V |
Maid Sama! Atrium 8 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 14+, Back to School) Student President Misaki has turned Seika High School around and forced the slovenly boys there to clean up their act. But she has a secret that could ruin her reputation: she works at a maid cafe! |
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| 2:30PM – 4:15PM | V |
Toward the Terra Atrium 2 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 13+) Mankind has abandoned the Earth to find a new home among the stars. Young Jomy, on the verge of adulthood, has begun to exhibit unusual abilities... Abilities which now force him to become a rebel. |
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| 2:45PM – 4:30PM | V |
Evangelion 1.0 Atrium 1 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 14+) Shinji Ikari was abandoned by his father at a young age. Now his father wants him to fight against creatures known only as Angels. Conspiracy and prophesy may doom humanity - or may save it! |
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| 3:00PM – 4:00PM | H | Puella Magi Madoka Magica Garden Court North (DoubleTree) | |
| 3:00PM – 4:45PM | V |
Blue Exorcist Atrium 7 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 13+) Rin, son of Satan, has vowed to defeat his father. To do this, he joins True Cross Academy to become an Exorcist. Half-demon himself, does he stand a chance? |
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| 3:30PM – 4:30PM | R |
Comedic Timing Bordeaux (Sofitel)
Panelists: Tadao Tomomatsu, Allison Keith-Shipp Mr. Shake Hands Man 2 and friends give you some pointers on improving your comedy. |
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| 3:30PM – 4:30PM | R |
Cosplay Chess Grand Ballroom (DoubleTree)
Panelists: ammy, Pip Norman, Groom Heroes vs Villains. This year will be a showdown like no other! Come watch (and cheer for) your favorite characters in this live human chess match! |
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| 3:30PM – 4:30PM | R |
Dokugaku no Nihongo: Teach Yourself Japanese! Paris (Sofitel)
Panelists: eggchan Come learn tips and tricks as well as study techniques in this panel about how to teach YOURSELF Japanese from a 5-year study-at-home student! |
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| 3:30PM – 4:30PM | R |
It's a Wonderful Wonder World Plaza 2 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Psy, Unger Blood Dupre + Elliot March tell you what's goin' on in the Country of Hearts. Talk, ask questions! We'll play games; you could win a delicious prize. |
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| 3:30PM – 4:30PM | R |
Let's Believe Heroes: A Tiger & Bunny Panel Plaza 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Revolutionary Jo, The Shadow King, Jessi S., Dareon7 What is it about T&B that makes it appeal to many different kinds of fans? Let's discuss what we love about this fun, action-packed dramatic anime. Not sure what T&B's all about? You can check it out in the Video rooms |
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| 3:30PM – 4:30PM | R |
Live Action Choose Your Own Adventure Atrium 6 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Rob "Vash" L. Join us as the audience brings to life a favorite from our childhood, turn to p. 54! |
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| 3:30PM – 4:30PM | R |
Mathematics in Anime Plaza 1 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Eric G. attitudes/abilities: Sailor Moon and Soredemo (math avoiders); Skuld (Ah My Goddess) and squid girl (young math geniuses). math content: DeMorgan's Laws (True Tears), recursion (Kiddy Grade), Fields Medal (Squid Girl) math ed: fractions (Only Yesterday) |
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| 3:30PM – 4:30PM | R |
My Little Pony: Jeopardy Is Magic Plaza 4 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Pinkie Pie, Fluttershy Come play an MLP-themed Jeopardy game with Pinkie Pie and Fluttershy! Prizes and fun for everypony! |
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| 3:30PM – 4:30PM | R |
One Piece Edina Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Carrie Savage, Chris Ayres, Greg Ayres Join our guests of honor as they talk about their roles in this long running fan favorite. |
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| 3:30PM – 4:30PM | R |
Pokémon DS League 2012! Bloomington Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Echo, odouls, GBZero, Davrick We're back! 8 gyms, 4 Elite, 3 days, 2 tournaments, and 1 GREAT weekend! Learn the rules and register! (Attendance HIGHLY recommended for all participants.) |
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| 4:00PM – 9:00PM | P |
Castletown Repairs Room 124 (DoubleTree)
Shield dented? Tunic burned? Sword damaged? Come pay Link and Zelda a visit at the Castletown Repairs Party Room! We'll have you fixed up faster then the flash of a Deku Seed! |
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| 4:00PM – 5:00PM | H | Toriko Garden Court West (DoubleTree) | |
| 4:00PM – 5:00PM | H | Valve Garden Court North (DoubleTree) | |
| 4:15PM – 6:00PM | V |
Cowboy Bebop Atrium 2 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 13+) Something is picking off the crew of the Bebop one by one. Will they stop the menace before it gets them all? Then, a lead on his ex-girlfriend Julia leads Spike into another meeting with Vicious. |
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| 4:15PM – 6:00PM | V |
Shattered Angels Atrium 8 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 14+, After the End) After the world is devastated, the city of Academia is built upon the ashes. The end is only the beginning, though, as Kuu encounters the Absolute Angels, powerful beings who must feed on life force! |
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| 4:30PM – 6:30PM | V |
Evangelion 2.0 Atrium 1 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 14+) Shinji and Rei are joined by two new Eva pilots, Asuka and Mari. The four of them fight to protect the world against the Angels, but will they be able to save themselves? |
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| 4:45PM – 6:15PM | V |
Night Raid 1931 Atrium 7 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 17+) Shanghai-based Sakurai Kikan is a clandestine organization of people with psychic powers. Together, they work to thwart conspiracies born from the ashes of World War I. |
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| 5:00PM – 7:00PM | G |
Chez Dork Room 2203 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Rene Chez Dork card game demo |
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| 5:00PM – 8:00PM | G |
MtG: Standard Constucted Room 2202 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Jason Magic: The Gathering, standard constructed tournament |
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| 5:00PM – 8:00PM | G |
Munchkin Quest Room 2203 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Benno Munchkin Quest board game demo |
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| 5:00PM – 6:00PM | G |
Red Dragon Inn Room 2203 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Shannon Paul Red Dragon Inn card game demo |
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| 5:00PM – 8:00PM | G |
Street Fighter x Tekken Atrium 4 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Tony Street Fighter x Tekken console game tournament |
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| 5:00PM – 10:00PM | G |
Yu-Gi-Oh! Room 2204 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Jourdan Yu-Gi-Oh! card game tournament |
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| 5:00PM – 9:00PM | P |
Ah! Real Zombies Room 128 (DoubleTree)
Zombie video game playing and zombie movie watching galore! |
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| 5:00PM – 6:00PM | H | Adventure Time Garden Court North (DoubleTree) | |
| 5:00PM – 6:00PM | H | Katekyo Hitman Reborn Garden Court West (DoubleTree) | |
| 5:00PM – 6:00PM | R |
Anime Clubs Unite! Plaza 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Madam Kitten, Lakota B., Genelle G., D-chan, Eliza, Tasha-chan Don't have an anime club at your school? Wanna start one? Come listen to the Anime MSUM and Drake University EC officers talk about anime fandoms in a college setting! |
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| 5:00PM – 6:00PM | R |
Anime Match Game Atrium 6 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Ayingel, Rose F., Elyse L., Tori P. Based on the popular fill-in-the-blank TV game show that ran from the '60s through the '90s. |
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| 5:00PM – 6:00PM | R |
BoysLove Dating Game Bloomington Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: shenwei Hey BL lovers! This panel is made for boy x boy love, so let's pair up our beloved male characters. Fun Q&A and a mini-date-improv at the end! |
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| 5:00PM – 6:00PM | R |
Death Note Discussion Atrium 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Near, Light, Watari It may have been released in 2006 but Death Note is still at large as one of the deeper anime out there. Rich with symbolism, join the discussion! |
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| 5:00PM – 6:00PM | R |
Digimon Through the Ages 02 Plaza 2 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Venar, Luraia Remember when Digimon was way cooler than Pokémon? Help us relive the good old days by remembering the greatness that is Digimon! Study up! |
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| 5:00PM – 6:00PM | R |
Furrydom 101 Plaza 1 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Sike RedWolf, Flip Learn about the exciting furry culture, what makes a furry, and if you may be one as well. We'll do Q&A, have fun, and maybe learn something too. |
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| 5:00PM – 6:00PM | R |
noitaminA: Not Just Animation Backwards Edina Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Calyrica, Triceraglocks, AnarchyOpteryx noitaminA is a TV timeslot dedicated to showing anime series that don't fit 90% of anime. We'll show works such as Eden of the East, Shiki, and Ano Hana. |
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| 5:00PM – 6:00PM | R |
Romance of the Three Kingdoms: Epic China Plaza 4 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Seoul Man, Waffles The historic novel Romance of the Three Kingdoms inspired many anime, manga, and video games series. Learn about epic battles, noble heroes, and villainous warmongers. |
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| 5:00PM – 6:00PM | R |
Scandinavia and the World Mayhem Paris (Sofitel)
Panelists: Impkat, Brandurr We'll discuss Humon's comic, Scandinavia and the World, including likes/dislikes and what we'd like to see. We'll have games and a competition. |
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| 5:00PM – 6:00PM | R |
Weiss Schwarz Training Camp Bordeaux (Sofitel)
Panelists: Taro Like anime & card games? Think the SOS Brigade could take down EVA Unit-01? Come learn how to play Japan's latest franchise vs. franchise card game. |
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| 5:30PM – 6:30PM | R |
Opening Ceremonies Grand Ballroom (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Anime Detour Staff The Anime Detour staff welcomes you and our guests to the 2012 convention! Important information will be conveyed amongst silliness. Trust us, you want to be there. |
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| 6:00PM – 9:00PM | G |
Smash Bros. Melee Atrium 4 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Jeff Mission Smash Bros. Melee console game tournament |
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| 6:00PM – 12:00AM | P |
221C Baker Street Room 125 (DoubleTree)
You'll find no consulting detectives, exciting mysteries or games afoot here. Just a spot of tea and... shoes. |
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| 6:00PM – 10:00PM | P |
Biohazard Room 205 (DoubleTree)
We are back, this time Thriller Bark style. Where One Piece and Zombies collide! We welcome you to stop by and enjoy Thriller Bark episodes, music, & games. Our famous Zydrate shots and Cherry Ba-bombs rise once again for your enjoyment (21+) |
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| 6:00PM – 10:00PM | P |
Harajuku Arts and Crafts Room Room 201 (DoubleTree)
We will be providing markers, colored pencils, crafts (blank slap bracelets, paper fans), paper, a relaxed place, a coloring contest and more! |
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| 6:00PM – 12:00AM | P |
Kemono Crossing Room 210 (DoubleTree)
Celebrating the Kemono genre of Anime as well as Furry fandom. The party will look at many similarities and the few differences of the two in both in art and costuming. Event hosted by MNFurs.org. |
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| 6:00PM – 3:00AM | P |
My Little Pony:Parties are Magic Room 130 (DoubleTree)
Come party with the ponies! There's music, games, Pinkie Pie's secret stash of cupcakes, and Derpy has 'mail' for everyone. After 9pm the room goes 21+, because the ponies go a little crazy! |
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| 6:00PM – 2:00AM | P |
Quad Cities Anime Inc Room 207 (DoubleTree)
Anime Fusion Party. Open to All Ages. Snacks and Beverages. |
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| 6:00PM – 7:30PM | H | Final Fantasy Garden Court North (DoubleTree) | |
| 6:00PM – 7:00PM | H | Gundam Garden Court West (DoubleTree) | |
| 6:00PM – 8:00PM | V |
ICE Atrium 8 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 13+, After the End) All the world's men have been wiped out by a mysterious plague. Of the surviving women, some turn to hedonism to pass the time until the end. Others, though, fight for a new future... |
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| 6:00PM – 7:45PM | V |
The Girl that Leapt Through Time Atrium 2 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 13+) Makoto discovers she has the ability to leap back in time. With every leap, she alters the fate of those around her. She soon discovers that her abilities are not limitless. |
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| 6:15PM – 8:00PM | V |
Puella Magi Madoka Magica Atrium 7 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 13+) Adorable magical Kyuubi approaches Madoka with the opportunity of a lifetime! Now a magical girl, Madoka learns it's not quite what she expected... |
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| 6:30PM – 7:30PM | G |
3-Dragon Ante Room 2203 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Shannon Paul 3-Dragon Ante card game demo |
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| 6:30PM – 10:30PM | P |
Detour Live Room 226 (DoubleTree)
Live Nerd bands! Dance Party! GAMING! Come spend some of your Anime Detour experience with Detour O.G.'s! Feat. The Style Biters and Guest. |
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| 6:30PM – 8:00PM | R |
Ouran High School Host Panel: The Sequel Edina Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: NYAH Productions Welcome to our extravagant soiree! The Ouran High School Host Club has opened its doors. Be hosted! Eat noms that won't hurt you! |
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| 6:30PM – 8:00PM | R |
Princess Jellyfish Craft-stravganza! Plaza 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Clarine Harp, Sully Love Princess Jellyfish? Come join me to make your own Clara stuffy to love. Materials are all provided, but the panel is limited to 30. |
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| 6:30PM – 8:00PM | R |
Swap Your Fandom Loot (Year 3) Atrium 6 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: San, Toleka-chan Is your anime/manga/gaming booty no longer dear to you, collecting dust? Trade your stuff with other fans for new (to you!) shinies! New set-up this year! |
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| 6:30PM – 8:30PM | V |
Chaos;HEAd Atrium 1 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 14+) Delusion and reality blur as social recluse Takumi becomes involved in a series of bizarre murders. Conspiracies pile up as the New Generation madness spreads across the city. |
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| 7:00PM – 12:30AM | P |
Black Order of Amestris Room 224 (DoubleTree)
We welcome all who are fans or want to know about D.Gray-Man and FMA. We’ll have free refreshments and even a couple contests and games. Come in cosplay or not, all are welcome! |
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| 7:00PM – 12:00AM | P |
Maid Cafe Room 107 (DoubleTree)
Come enjoy tea and snacks with our adorable maid staff! We are also taking for donations for Feed My Starving Children; 100% of proceeds will go to this wonderful operation! |
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| 7:00PM – 9:00PM | P |
Party on the Sunny-GO Room 104 (DoubleTree)
We will watch one piece talk one piece and have a meat lunch on either Saturday or Friday. and TRIVIA, times are expected to change as programming comes out. |
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| 7:00PM – 12:00AM | P |
Sogen Con VIII:Into The Future Room 109 (DoubleTree)
Come and enjoy an evening of fandom celebration, music, and more. You may even get a taste of what Sogen Con has to offer this year! |
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| 7:00PM – 12:00AM | P |
The Geek Partnership Society Room 110 (DoubleTree)
Hey we are back, bringing with us all that which is Geeky. Join us for fun, games, animation, and Mini-Cupcakes! |
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| 7:00PM – 9:00PM | P |
Waffles for Hope Room 202 (DoubleTree)
Serving waffles to all hungry con-goers! Why? Deliciousness! AND the Child's Play charity! Come nom, visit, help needy kids, and game with us! |
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| 7:00PM – 8:00PM | H | Vampire Knight Garden Court West (DoubleTree) | |
| 7:00PM – 8:00PM | R |
Anime Cash Cab Grand Ballroom (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Anime Detour Staff Test your knowledge of anime and earn as many prizes as you can before time runs out! Contestants will be chosen at random from the audience. |
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| 7:00PM – 8:00PM | R |
Anime Twin Cities Atrium 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Damarra A., Kevin E., Lauren G., Kim H., Anton P., Jo T. Did you know that Anime Detour is the annual convention for Anime Twin Cities? Come learn about the convention's parent organization and hear about some of the upcoming events we're planning year round. |
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| 7:00PM – 8:00PM | R |
ANTI.Thesis Cosplay Dance Bordeaux (Sofitel)
Panelists: ANTI.Thesis Cosplay Local group ANTI.Thesis Cosplay will be doing an anime dance to "Me, Myself, and NicoNicoDouga" in our Vocaloid cosplay. We hope you will enjoy! |
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| 7:00PM – 8:00PM | R |
Awesome AMVs Plaza 4 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Kris "Phade" McCormic Summery splendor / Another video slot / See stuff go kaboom! |
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| 7:00PM – 8:00PM | R |
Games With A Penguin 3 Plaza 2 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: The Penguin Wow, it's been 3 years! We'll play games, eat cookies, and have a good time with a large fluffy penguin! Join us for more Honey I Love You, Telephone, Frogger, and HUGS! |
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| 7:00PM – 8:00PM | R |
Masquerade Dance Lesson Bloomington Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Torra, yetanothercatgirl Excited about the formal ball and want to learn some basic dance steps? We will be teaching the cha-cha and the waltz. Partner and formal dress not required! |
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| 7:00PM – 8:00PM | R |
The Anime De-Tour! Paris (Sofitel)
Panelists: Evan M. Learn all about the Anime Detour Japan tour - the Anime De-Tour! Evan Miller of PacSet Tours will discuss the tour and answer questions. |
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| 7:00PM – 8:00PM | R |
The Wallflower Plaza 1 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Chris Ayres, Greg Ayres, Nabeshin Four guys are given the opportunity for free rent in a mansion, but there's a catch! Talk about this series with our guests of honor. |
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| 7:30PM – 9:00PM | H | Bleach Garden Court North (DoubleTree) | |
| 7:45PM – 9:15PM | V |
El Hazard, The Wanderers Atrium 2 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 13+) Science whiz Makoto accidentally transports himself and several others into a world called El-Hazard. There, they all play key roles in the war between the Humans and the insectoid Bugrom. |
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| 8:00PM – 12:00AM | G |
Battlestar Galactica: Basic Room 2203 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Shannon Paul Battlestar Galactica board game demo, basic rules |
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| 8:00PM – 12:00AM | G |
D&D 3.5: A1 - Slave Pits of the Undercity Room 2205 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Uriah Dungeons and Dragons 3.5 role playing game |
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| 8:00PM – 12:00AM | G |
League of Legends Room 2207 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Daniel Brostek Legaue of Legends 5v5 PC game tournament |
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| 8:00PM – 11:00PM | G |
Vegas Showdown Room 2203 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Rene Vegas Showdown board game demo |
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| 8:00PM – 12:00AM | P |
90's Party! Room 105 (DoubleTree)
Let's go back to the 90's again and enjoy cartoons, video games and toys from our childhood. Only this time we party harder at night as the last two hours each night is 21+. |
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| 8:00PM – 2:00AM | P |
CONvergence Room 108 (DoubleTree)
Come join your friends from CONvergence for a preview of the party to come. Right on this very spot July 5-8! |
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| 8:00PM – 12:00AM | P |
Distractions At Detour Room 129 (DoubleTree)
Music and Anime. Movies and Drinks for the Adults (21+) |
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| 8:00PM – 12:00AM | P |
Dragon Ball Z Room 103 (DoubleTree)
Come join us in an exciting dragon ball scavenger hunt. Meet us in our party room for snacks, dragon ball z episodes, party games, prizes, and more!! |
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| 8:00PM – 12:00AM | P |
Gaylaxicon 2012 Room 208 (DoubleTree)
Gaylaxicon returns to the Twin Cities in October 2012! Prepare for the Gaypocalypse with the North Country Gaylaxians! |
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Pop-Droid: The Doctor is In Room 102 (DoubleTree)
Join the Droids for a night of dancing. We will have dubstep and trance playing all night long with our resident DJ. Dress as your favorite doctor and try some of our delicious syringes. - http://popdroid.net |
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| 8:00PM – 12:00AM | P |
Purple Monkey Dishwasher Room 127 (DoubleTree)
A fun room party with dancing games food and prizes! All ages and all anime interests welcome! |
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| 8:00PM – 3:00AM | P |
VerticalRise.ORG Room 126 (DoubleTree)
Online gaming community helping players get the most of their time spent online. Join us in our party room! Food, drinks, games, & more! |
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| 8:00PM – 12:00AM | P |
WIZZYWIG'S WIZZYFIZZY CANDY PARTY Room 204 (DoubleTree)
Wizzywig is launching a new snack website: WIZZYFIZZY. Help us celebrate with a party featuring samples of weird and unusual Japanese Candy & Snacks. |
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| 8:00PM – 9:00PM | H | Blue Exorcist Garden Court West (DoubleTree) | |
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Loups=Garous Atrium 8 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 13+, After the End) When a virus devastates the world, the survivors retreat to the safety of an on-line existence. When a group of girls tries to meet in real life, they find someone is murdering children... |
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| 8:00PM – 9:45PM | V |
Tiger & Bunny Atrium 7 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 13+, PREMIERE) In Sternbild City, superheroes are sponsored by corporations. Veteran superhero Wild Tiger has always preferred to work alone, but now he's been assigned a hotshot rookie as a partner! |
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| 8:15PM – 10:00PM | V |
Vampire Knight: Guilty Atrium 1 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 16+) Yuki's mission to protect the Day Class from the vampires of the Night Class is jeopardized, both by her conflicting feelings for Zero and Kaname, and also by her own mysterious past. |
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| 8:30PM – 9:30PM | R |
Doctor Who a.k.a. the Panel of Rassilon Bordeaux (Sofitel)
Panelists: Holynarf, Fenix Come join other fans of this BBC show for some history, speculation, and trivia…there will be prizes! |
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| 8:30PM – 9:30PM | R |
Don't Judge an Anime by Its Cover Plaza 1 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: DeadLegato, Jessi S. Why is this game back again? Because anime companies keep making wacky openings and endings. |
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| 8:30PM – 9:30PM | R |
Iron Cosplay Atrium 6 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Gu, Janessa A. Want to build costumes from a random pile of junk in a Project Runway-Meets-Last-Minute cosplay contest? Only imagination and creativity required! Bring your group of 5 to compete for prizes. |
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| 8:30PM – 9:30PM | R |
Learn More About Cons and Japanese Culture Bloomington Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: The Penguin New to conventions? Want more info? We'll go through a slide show (with props), hand out Pocky, and answer questions about the con, Japanese language, and culture. |
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| 8:30PM – 9:30PM | R |
Life in Japan Atrium 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Evan M. An open discussion on life in Japan - study abroad, teaching, cultural quirks, and more. |
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| 8:30PM – 9:30PM | R |
Masquerade Ball Grand Ballroom (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Torra, yetanothercatgirl Here's another chance to dance! More formal than the rave, the masquerade ball is here to show off your dressiest cosplay! |
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| 8:30PM – 9:30PM | R |
Otaku Speed Dating: Straight (18+) Plaza 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Eric, Liza, Alex, Andy Anime Detour is proud to host its first-ever speed dating event, allowing fans to mingle with other single con-goers in a fun, laid-back environment. Entry into any 18+ panel will require a state issued photo ID as well as your badge. Please have these ready for the badger outside the programming room before entering. |
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| 8:30PM – 9:30PM | R |
Princess Jellyfish Edina Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Clarine Harp, Josh Grelle, Ian Sinclair Geek girls, doujinshi, and crossdressers, oh my! Discuss this new series with some of the people who worked on it. |
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| 8:30PM – 9:30PM | R |
Touhou Project! Paris (Sofitel)
Panelists: Chenkari, Lacey O., Casey C., Rachel D., Darlene G. Hang out with the magical girls of the Touhou world! Talk about your favorite characters, bands, & artists. Or screw around and do whatever. Welcome! |
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| 8:30PM – 9:30PM | R |
Yaoi Oh Boy! (18+) Plaza 2 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Nathaniel, Maria, Sari We're back, and more "subtexty" than ever! We talk about the ins and outs of yaoi, history, and what makes us tick as fans. Open discussion = very yes Entry into any 18+ panel will require a state issued photo ID as well as your badge. Please have these ready for the badger outside the programming room before entering. |
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| 9:00PM – 12:00AM | G |
Dungeon Quest Room 2203 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Benno Dungeon Quest board game demo |
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| 9:00PM – 12:00AM | G |
MtG: Modern Room 2202 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Jason Magic: The Gathering, modern tournament |
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| 9:00PM – 12:00AM | G |
Pokemon DS: Team Rocket's Pallet Town Brawl Atrium 4 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Andrew Pokemon DS tournament: Team Rocket's Pallet Town Brawl. See the facebook group by the same name for full details. |
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| 9:00PM – 12:00AM | G |
Soul Calibur 5 Atrium 4 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Tony Soul Calibur 5 console game tournament |
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| 9:00PM – 2:00AM | P |
AniMinneapolis Room 106 (DoubleTree)
Join AniMinneapolis 2012 for the best room party ever, and experience Freedom From Boredom firsthand. |
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| 9:00PM – 1:00AM | P |
Eagle Anime Fairy Tail Party Room 203 (DoubleTree)
Drop by the guild and catch up with old friends, pick up a new assignment, and hone your skills at the Eagle Anime Fairy Tail party. |
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| 9:00PM – 3:00AM | P |
Introduction to Modern Dance Room 131 (DoubleTree)
Trance, Techno, Dubstep and Pop! Industrial, EBM, and all that rocks! A fusion of lights and hardcore dancing - experience the modern club scene! |
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| 9:00PM – 5:00AM | P |
Jet Set Odori Party Bingo Hall! Room 225 (DoubleTree)
A free for all party room, blasting out classy tunes from video games and entertainment, and with to groove the night away with! |
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| 9:00PM – 3:00AM | P |
Karaoke Krypt Room 227 (DoubleTree)
It's karaoke American style at the Karaoke Krypt. Sing pop and rock classics into the wee hours while surrounded by monsters and a custom light show. Become the mic, at Karaoke Krypt. |
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| 9:00PM – 2:00AM | P |
Uncle Iroh's Tea House Room 123 (DoubleTree)
Inspired by 'Avatar:The Last Airbender' (anime NOT movie), Uncle Iroh's will be a quiet refuge in the hectic con - a place to have a nice cup of tea, conversation, and a place to just relax. Hosted by Uncle Iroh and Aunt Wu. |
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| 9:00PM – 10:00PM | H | Pandora Hearts Garden Court North (DoubleTree) | |
| 9:00PM – 10:00PM | H | Team Starkid Garden Court West (DoubleTree) | |
| 9:15PM – 11:00PM | V |
Twelve Kingdoms Atrium 2 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 13+) Youko has never felt like she quite fit in in this world. When a stranger reveals a world where she does belong, though, her life doesn't get any easier! |
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| 9:30PM – 1:00AM | R |
Karaoke Plaza 4 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Anime Detour Staff I want to… SING! |
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| 9:45PM – 11:30PM | V |
Kanokon: The Girl Who Cried Fox Atrium 8 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 16+, Ecchi) Kouta has just moved to the city. There, he meets Chizuru and Nozomu, gorgeous fox and wolf spirits who would like nothing more than to get into his pants! |
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| 9:45PM – 11:15PM | V |
Trigun: Badlands Rumble Atrium 7 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 14+) Outlaw Gasback has a beef with the town's mayor. The mayor has plenty of hired guns at his back. And Vash the Stampede? He's in the middle of it all, of course! |
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| 10:00PM – 1:00AM | P |
Church of God Poring Room 206 (DoubleTree)
Based on the church from Ragnarok Online (Korean mmorpg)! Music and drinks Friday night! Saturday night we'll be having con-munion!" Come taste the flavor of God Poring! Sunday morning there will be free breakfast type things!" |
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| 10:00PM – 12:00AM | P |
Party on the Sunny-GO Room 104 (DoubleTree)
We will watch one piece talk one piece and have a meat lunch on either Saturday or Friday. and TRIVIA, times are expected to change as programming comes out. (21+) |
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| 10:00PM – 11:00PM | R |
Anime Court: Second Session (16+) Bloomington Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Kazoo, Marluxia Want a second season with more filler and less plot? Accuse your favorite characters of crimes against you or humanity. Court is now in session! |
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| 10:00PM – 11:00PM | R |
Anime Match Game (18+) Plaza 1 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Ayingel, Rose F., Elyse L., Tori P. Based on the popular fill-in-the-blank TV game show that ran from the 60's through the 90's. Entry into any 18+ panel will require a state issued photo ID as well as your badge. Please have these ready for the badger outside the programming room before entering. |
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| 10:00PM – 11:00PM | R |
Crash Course to Webcomics Bordeaux (Sofitel)
Panelists: Fes Works What to focus on, and what to avoid. A primarily informational course for those interested or getting started in the webcomics industry. |
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| 10:00PM – 11:00PM | R |
Derryb the Based God Panel Paris (Sofitel)
Panelists: Derry.B!, Eric U., Anthony R., James R. You kids like anime, so you might like the man known as Derryb. He'll answer questions. Hijinks may ensue, so WATCH OUT! It's Derryb the Based God's Panel |
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| 10:00PM – 11:00PM | R |
Otaku Speed Dating: Gay/Lesbian (18+) Plaza 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Eric, Liza, Alex, Andy Anime Detour is proud to host its first-ever speed dating event, allowing fans to mingle with other single con-goers in a fun, laid-back environment. Entry into any 18+ panel will require a state issued photo ID as well as your badge. Please have these ready for the badger outside the programming room before entering. |
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| 10:00PM – 11:00PM | R |
The Cultured Geek Atrium 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Margo, Lara, Chris Join us for a discussion on meta-geekery where we take a look at what it means to be a geek as it relates to anime, manga, and other genres. |
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| 10:00PM – 11:00PM | R |
Vampires DON'T Sparkle Atrium 6 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Rob "Vash" L. That's right...we said it! Join us as we take a look at everyone's most loved/despised vampire genre. Don't miss it! |
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| 10:00PM – 11:00PM | R |
Yaoi, Yuri, Hentai: All Things Good Part 2 (18+) Plaza 2 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Ren MacKree, bakurako We're back for another year! Let us answer your questions about Yaoi, Yuri, and Hentai. Hopefully we'll all come away learning more about the subject. Entry into any 18+ panel will require a state issued photo ID as well as your badge. Please have these ready for the badger outside the programming room before entering. |
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| 10:00PM – 11:00PM | R |
Yu-Gi-Oh!: Behind The Card Games Edina Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: AG, Maxwell, Racecar ATTENTION DUELISTS! Let's talk Yu-Gi-Oh! in a way we've never discussed before! Season 0, fandom, and the return of the Wall O' Shipping! |
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| 10:00PM – 11:00PM | V |
Hellsing Ultimate Atrium 1 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 16+) The Hellsing Organization has been protecting England from undead Freaks for over 100 years. Their secret weapon is Arucard, a powerful vampire bound to serve Integra Hellsing. |
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| 10:30PM – 2:00AM | R |
Dance Grand Ballroom (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Anime Detour Staff You get to burning! (On the dance floor.) As requested by our attendees, the first hour of the dance on both Friday and Saturday nights will be light on the flashing lights and loud music so those with sensitivity can attend and have a good time too! |
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| 11:00PM – 12:15AM | V |
Magical Shopping Arcade Abenobashi Atrium 2 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 17+) Sasshi's and Arumi's romp through alternate universes continues, as they contend with cavemen, gangsters, and Allied-occupied Japan! Will they ever find their way home? |
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| 11:00PM – 12:15AM | V |
Mardock Scramble: The First Compression Atrium 1 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 17+) Teenaged prostitute Rune Balot narrowly survives a brutal murder. Now cybernetically enhanced, will she help her benefactors solve the string of murders that almost included her own? |
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| 11:15PM – 12:45AM | V |
Tsubasa Tokyo Revelations (OAV) Atrium 7 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 13+) Sayoran, Sakura and their companions arrive in a devastated Tokyo. There, they learn that their quest is nothing like they thought it was... |
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| 11:30PM – 2:00AM | R |
Art Jam Plaza 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Anime Detour Staff Artists of all skill levels are welcome to show up, hang out, and sketch to their heart's content at this late night event. |
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| 11:30PM – 12:30AM | R |
Avoiding Con Drama the Vash Way Atrium 6 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Rob "Vash" L. Con drama is an ever present and negative part of the con experience. Come and learn to avoid it and not let it disturb your weekend...the Vash way! |
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| 11:30PM – 12:30AM | R |
Forever Not-Alone: A Singles Meet and Greet (18+) Plaza 2 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Sagira, MugMug Screw the statistics, nerds can and will find their lurvs. All ages and orientations welcome to make new friends...and maybe more! Entry into any 18+ panel will require a state issued photo ID as well as your badge. Please have these ready for the badger outside the programming room before entering. |
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| 11:30PM – 12:30AM | R |
It's Not Hentai if You Don't Draw the D*ck! (18+) Plaza 1 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: fightbait Join me as we journey into the mind of the criminally demented Kazuo Koike. You'll learn something and be totally offended at the same time! Entry into any 18+ panel will require a state issued photo ID as well as your badge. Please have these ready for the badger outside the programming room before entering. |
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| 11:30PM – 12:30AM | R |
MANga Bordeaux (Sofitel)
Panelists: Kyle-kun, Broric, Charles Remember the manly men of manga/anime in a discussion swift as a coursing river, as forceful as a typhoon, and unlike SOME sodas, open to all genders! |
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| 11:30PM – 12:30AM | R |
MOUSERCISE: It's Exercise With A Mouse Bloomington Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: T3H FIVE Rave line too long? Burn that excess energy with radical dance moves as you follow along with Mickey Mouse, Beyonce, Willow Smith, and more! |
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| 11:30PM – 12:30AM | R |
Ninja Warrior! Paris (Sofitel)
Panelists: bakurako, Andrew S. Come and talk about the world's hardest course that has gotten a global following. |
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| 11:30PM – 12:30AM | R |
Super Hero Time! Atrium 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: deadw8 It's super hero time! Let's talk about Kamen Rider, super sentai, and other programs. |
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| 11:30PM – 12:30AM | R |
Yuri 2012 Edina Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Dragonflyfaerie, Marth, Matt, Calyrica Come and talk about what's new in yuri since our 2011 panel. We'll have some fun discussions! |
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| 11:30PM – 1:15AM | V |
B Gata H Kei: Yamada's First Time Atrium 8 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 17+, Ecchi) Yamada has finally made it to high school where she can realize her dream: 100 sexual conquests! Inexperienced herself, she turns to virgin Kosuda as a warmup, but things don't go as planned... |
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| 12:15AM – 2:00AM | V |
Heaven’s Lost Property Atrium 1 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 17+) Tokimi has an angelic android granting his every wish. But when every wish is as perverse as his, chaos is sure to ensue! |
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| 12:15AM – 2:15AM | V |
When They Cry Atrium 2 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 16+) Keiichi learns of the dark history of the curse of Oyashiro and the Watanagashi festival. When people begin to die in bizarre ways, he begins to search for a way for he and his friends to survive! |
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| 12:45AM – 1:45AM | V |
Tsubasa: Spring Thunder (OAV) Atrium 7 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 13+) Trapped in Fai's homeland, tremendous sacrifices are required to continue their quest. Will they be in time to stop the machinations of Fei Wong? |
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| 1:15AM – 3:00AM | V |
Rurouni Kenshin Reflection Atrium 8 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 17+, Old School) Kenshin, the wandering samurai, has finally found a place to call home, and a family to call his own. Nonetheless, his troubled past drives him away from his loved ones. Will he return? |
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| 1:45AM – 3:30AM | V |
Rosario + Vampire Atrium 7 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 17+) Yokai Academy is a school for monsters trying to blend in with humans - but humans are not allowed. Good thing human Tsukune has gorgeous monster girls looking out for him! |
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| 2:00AM – 3:45AM | V |
Sekirei Atrium 1 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 17+) Luckless college ronin Minato's life is turned upside down when he becomes the master of a beautiful fighter named Musubi. He must collect other gorgeous babes to fight for him in the Sekirei Plan! |
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| 2:30AM – 4:15AM | V |
Basilisk Atrium 2 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 17+) Two rival ninja clans have fought a bloody war for many years. A forbidden love has blossomed from the carnage. Will their romance survive, or will one die by the other's hand? |
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| 3:00AM – 4:45AM | V |
Ranma 1/2 Atrium 8 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 13+, Old School) Ranma has been a thorn in the side of Happosai, perverted founder of his school of martial arts, once too often. Can Ranma prevail when Happosai renders him weak as a newborn kitten? |
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| 3:30AM – 5:15AM | V |
Kobato Atrium 7 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 13+) Kobato is on a mission to ease all of the pain and suffering in the world. Her half-human companion Ioryogi plans to see if she's worthy of the magic flask that can do just that! |
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| 3:45AM – 6:15AM | V |
Rin: Daughters of Mnemosyne Atrium 1 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 17+) Rin Asogi is an immortal private detective. As Rin struggles to unravel the mysteries that surround her an eternal being named Apos seeks to butcher her and devour the memories of her many lives. |
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| 4:15AM – 6:00AM | V |
The Law of Ueki Atrium 2 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 13+) Ueki is chosen for the Battle of the Supernatural Powers. His power is turning trash into trees. If he wins, Ueki will be able to choose any talent he desires. |
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| 4:45AM – 6:30AM | V |
Pokemon Movie 13 (Zoroark Master of Illusions) Atrium 8 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, ALL, Old School) Legendary Pokemon are on a rampage in Crown City! Ash and his friends must figure out why Zoroark is on a rampage, before it's too late. And why has the mysterious Celebi returned after twenty years? |
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| 5:15AM – 6:30AM | V |
Melancholy of Haruhi-chan Suzumiya & Nyoron! Churuya-san! - Part 2 Atrium 7 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 13+) Tsuruya's epic quest for cheese continues, as the SOS Brigade focus on balloon animals, cherry blossoms, and the sinister being known as Santa Claus! |
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| 6:00AM – 8:15AM | V |
Kyou Kara Maou Atrium 2 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 13+) Yuri Shibuya gets the swirlie of a lifetime when a close encounter with a toilet sends him to another world! Upon arrival he is chosen to be the next Maoh of the Mazoku. Can he lead them to victory? |
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| 6:15AM – 7:45AM | V |
Full Metal Panic! Atrium 1 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 13+) Teenaged Sergeant Sousuke Sagara is far more at ease with a live grenade in his hand than a textbook, but his youth has landed him the duty of covert bodyguard for highschooler Kaname Chidori. |
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| 6:30AM – 7:30AM | V |
First Squad: The Moment of Truth Atrium 7 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 13+) In the early days of World War II, a squad of superpowered teenagers opposes an SS officer who plans to raise an army of Crusaders from the dead to serve the Nazi cause. |
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| 6:30AM – 8:15AM | V |
Spice and Wolf Season 2 Atrium 8 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 14+, Deities of Our Lives) Lawrence and Holo continue their journey north toward Holo's homeland. They meet Amati, a merchant of Lawrence's guild who is immediately smitten with Holo. Will he win her away from him? |
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| 7:45AM – 9:30AM | V |
Bamboo Blade Atrium 1 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 13+) Toraji hopes to save his Kendo club by recruiting a star pupil. Unfortunately, Tamaki, a sword prodigy, is also an anime addict. It will be a challenge to get her away from the TV and into the dojo. |
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| 7:45AM – 9:30AM | V |
Kimi Ni Todoke Atrium 7 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 7+) Socially ostracized Sawako starts to emerge from her shell when she meets Shota, the only one to treat her like a normal girl. |
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| 8:00AM – 8:00PM | C |
Charity Silent Auction Plaza 6 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Anime Detour Staff Anime Detour would like to announce our annual Charity Auction will be donated to The American Red Cross once again to support the “Japan Relief” effort. The Charity Silent Auction will be held in Plaza 6 next to the Art Show from Friday (12:00pm – 8:00pm) through Saturday (8:00am – 8:00pm). There will be many rare autographed items available, as well as membership and hotel packages for Anime Detour 2013 for you to bid on. Also, thanks to how much everyone has contributed the last few years, our guests have placed a few priceless, one-of-a-kind items in the auction. The bidding will begin on Friday and continue through Saturday night when the Art Show closes. Some items will be on display only until the Live Auction. The Live Auction will be on Sunday at 12:30am in The Garden Court. See what offers we have brought this year! Come bid! See our wonderful Guests of Honor auction off these items for charity. Remember, all winning bids must pick up their items before the Art Show closes on Sunday between 8:00am and 12:00pm or the item will be forfeited and go to auction. The American Red Cross name is used with its permission, which in no way constitutes an endorsement, express or implied, of any product, service, company, individual or political position. For more information about the American Red Cross, please call 1 800 HELP NOW or email info@usa.redcross.org. Please help and donate for the support and help of all those affected by the tsunami in Japan. |
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| 8:15AM – 10:00AM | V |
Gurren Lagann Atrium 2 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 14+) Team Gurren travels to locate the headquarters of the Beastmen. As they face off against one of the enemy's generals, they pay an unexpectedly heavy price. |
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| 8:15AM – 10:00AM | V |
Our Home's Fox Deity Atrium 8 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 13+, Deities of Our Lives) The Takagami brothers are protected by a mischievous fox spirit named Kugen. Along with shrine maiden Ko, they participate in extraordinary supernatural adventures! |
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| 9:00AM – 9:00PM | P |
Castletown Repairs Room 124 (DoubleTree)
Shield dented? Tunic burned? Sword damaged? Come pay Link and Zelda a visit at the Castletown Repairs Party Room! We'll have you fixed up faster then the flash of a Deku Seed! |
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| 9:00AM – 10:00AM | H | Alice in the Country of Hearts Garden Court North (DoubleTree) | |
| 9:00AM – 10:00AM | H | Homestuck Garden Court West (DoubleTree) | |
| 9:00AM – 10:00AM | R |
Anime Detour Forum Meet & Greet Plaza 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Anime Detour Staff Are you a member of the Anime Detour forums? Curious to see if those people you've been conversing with on the internet look anything like their icons? Show up, hang out, and chat at this open forum meet & greet! |
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| 9:00AM – 10:00AM | R |
Brony Panel Plaza 1 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: RHF, Mehally, oshova750, Xaeldz the Nobody Come join the herd for the fist ever Detour Brony Panel! Discuss the show that has become an overnight sensation. There'll be music and maybe games. |
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| 9:00AM – 10:00AM | R |
Children's Card Games Forever! Edina Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Misty Lola Come one, come all, to AD's own Yu-Gi-Oh! spin-off panel! Whether you love GX, 5D's, Zexal, or all three, all are welcome! |
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| 9:00AM – 10:00AM | R |
Cosplay Orientation Grand Ballroom (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Anime Detour Staff Going to be in the Cosplay? YOU MUST ATTEND THIS PANEL! We will discuss the rules and when you need to be in the Greenroom. If you have been wait-listed, come to the orientation. If someone doesn't show up, you get their spot. |
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| 9:00AM – 10:00AM | R |
Fanfiction Panel Atrium 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Heather B. Anything goes in the world of fanfic, where canon is what you make it! |
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| 9:00AM – 10:00AM | R |
Introduction to Competitive Pokémon Battling Bloomington Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: FjordPuncher Overwhelmed by the idea of EVs, IVs, Natures, Characteristics, and Stat Distribution? Hone your competitive edge and get a few DS battles in. |
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| 9:00AM – 10:00AM | R |
Kemono Anime Bordeaux (Sofitel)
Panelists: Sike RedWolf, Procyon This panel focuses on the sub-genre of anime know as Kemono. We will look at the reasons for this style of storytelling and the genre's evolution too. |
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| 9:00AM – 10:00AM | R |
Taking the A Out of AMV Plaza 4 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Revolutionary Jo Come enjoy fan-made music videos from the other side of the spectrum! From Doctor Who to Star Trek to other sources from all over the globe. |
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| 9:00AM – 10:00AM | R |
What is this Otome Land of Which You Speak? Plaza 2 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Psy, Unger Curious about Otome games? Peek into the fandom, hear about the latest games, discover the joy of drama CDs, and don't forget the seiyuu! Raffle w/cool items too. |
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| 9:00AM – 10:00AM | R |
You've been SHAFTed Atrium 6 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Calyrica, Triceraglocks, AnarchyOpteryx What do Madoka, Bakemonogatari, and Sayonara Zetsubou Sensei have in common? They're made by SHAFT. We'll discuss all sorts of anime this studio has made. |
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| 9:30AM – 11:15AM | V |
Dragon Ball Z Kai Atrium 1 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 13+) With Goku still recovering from his battle with Captian Ginyu, Krillin and Dende gather the last Dragonballs! Vegita and Frieza are closing in fast, though - will they be in time? |
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| 9:30AM – 11:15AM | V |
The Disappearance of Haruhi Suzumiya Atrium 7 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 13+) Kyon has wished for a normal life since becoming associated with Haruhi. When he wakes up one day to find the normal world he desired, his wish is put to the test. |
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| 10:00AM – 2:00PM | G |
Battlestar Galactica: Advanced Room 2203 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Shannon Paul Battlestar Galactica board game demo, advanced rules |
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| 10:00AM – 12:00PM | G |
Collateral Damage Room 2203 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Benno Collateral Damage anime themed board game demo |
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| 10:00AM – 2:00PM | G |
D&D 3.5: A2 - Secret of the Slavers Sockade Room 2205 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Uriah Dungeons and Dragons 3.5 role playing game |
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| 10:00AM – 1:00PM | G |
Munchkin Room 2203 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Rene Munchkin card game demo |
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| 10:00AM – 1:00AM | P |
Church of God Poring Room 206 (DoubleTree)
Based on the church from Ragnarok Online (Korean mmorpg)! Music and drinks Friday night! Saturday night we'll be having con-munion!" Come taste the flavor of God Poring! Sunday morning there will be free breakfast type things!" |
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| 10:00AM – 4:00PM | P |
Kemono Crossing Room 210 (DoubleTree)
Celebrating the Kemono genre of Anime as well as Furry fandom. The party will look at many similarities and the few differences of the two in both in art and costuming. Event hosted by MNFurs.org. |
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| 10:00AM – 8:00PM | P |
Maid Cafe Room 107 (DoubleTree)
Come enjoy tea and snacks with our adorable maid staff! We are also taking for donations for Feed My Starving Children; 100% of proceeds will go to this wonderful operation! |
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| 10:00AM – 3:00AM | P |
My Little Pony:Parties are Magic Room 130 (DoubleTree)
Come party with the ponies! There's music, games, Pinkie Pie's secret stash of cupcakes, and Derpy has 'mail' for everyone. After 9pm the room goes 21+, because the ponies go a little crazy! |
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| 10:00AM – 11:00AM | H | Disney Garden Court West (DoubleTree) | |
| 10:00AM – 11:00AM | H | Doctor Who Garden Court North (DoubleTree) | |
| 10:00AM – 6:00PM | R |
Manga Reading Lounge Atrium 4 Foyer (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Hennepin County Library and the Metropolitan Library Service Y?koso! Hennepin County Library, Saint Paul Public Library and MELSA invite you to relax with a favorite manga at the Manga Reading Lounge. |
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| 10:00AM – 11:45AM | V |
Prince of Tennis Atrium 2 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, ALL) Ryoma Echizen is a tennis prodigy. When he joins the high school tennis team, his skills are put to the test as he fights to justify his position on the team! |
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| 10:00AM – 11:45AM | V |
Samurai 7 Atrium 8 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 13+, Lucky 7) Young priestess Kirara sets out to recruit samurai to protect her village from marauding cybernetic bandits, once samurai themselves. Will she succeed, or will her village die for their hubris? |
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| 10:30AM – 11:30AM | R |
About the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund Grand Ballroom (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Greg Ayres, CBLDF, Studio OnY Learn about the CBLDF and how it's relevant to you as an anime fan. |
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| 10:30AM – 1:00PM | R |
AMV Contest Showcase Plaza 4 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Anime Detour Staff The AMV Contest is a popular event! Unfortunately, due to time constraints, not all the submissions we receive can make the final cut. Regardless, Anime Detour would like to showcase the hard work all of our contestants put into their entries. Stop by and |
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| 10:30AM – 1:00PM | R |
Beginning Mock Combat Bloomington Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Chris Ayres Learn to beat up your friends the safe and responsible way with fight director and stage combat teacher, Chris Ayres! |
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| 10:30AM – 11:30AM | R |
Crash Course to Podcasting Plaza 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: fightbait, Kyle Hebert, Fes Works More people are jumping to podcasts to gather and share information. Get a leg-up in how to get started. Your face for radio works in podcasting! |
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| 10:30AM – 11:30AM | R |
EPIC Make-Up Time! Bordeaux (Sofitel)
Panelists: ammy, Adnarim, Eryn Sophia Learn the tricks to use for that flawless makeup, from basic cosplay to crossplay, to character-specific make-up, to special FX! |
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| 10:30AM – 11:30AM | R |
Fullmetal Alchemist Edina Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Kuri-Kara, Solarchos, Greed, Hawkeye, Lavi, Nerine, Fullmetal A discussion of the series (manga, animes, and movies) and the fandom that has become so popular since its original debut. |
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| 10:30AM – 11:30AM | R |
History of East Asia: China, Japan, and Korea Paris (Sofitel)
Panelists: Seoul Man, Wombat-socho East Asia is home to 3 countries with great cultural, economic, and political influence. Learn how their histories and cultures have become famous worldwide. |
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| 10:30AM – 11:30AM | R |
Mutual Q&A with Nabeshin Atrium 6 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Nabeshin Ask *real* Nabeshin about Nabeshin-directed anime (Excel Saga, Puni Puni Poemy, Nerima Daikon Brothers, The Wallflower, etc.), his job as a director in Japan, his afro and anything else! Nabeshin will also ask questions to the audience. |
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| 10:30AM – 11:30AM | R |
Photography During a Convention Atrium 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Josh S., Drayke L., The Shadow King This panel will discuss taking photos at a convention with tips for better shots. We will focus primarily on camera phones and point-n-shoots. |
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| 10:30AM – 11:30AM | R |
Vongola Primo's Beauty Secret Plaza 2 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Patau Y., Xia T. As the Mafia Boss of Vongola, it's his duty to help his fellow cosplayers protect their skin and inherit the power of MakeUp. |
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| 10:30AM – 11:30AM | R |
What and How is Fursuit? Plaza 1 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Sike RedWolf, Flip, Kai Fraxius, Cresil This panel will explain fursuits and answer questions on construction, wearing, and technique. We'll discuss acting and how to handle fursuiters. |
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| 11:00AM – 4:00PM | G |
MtG: Standard Draft Room 2202 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Jason Magic: The Gathering, standard draft tournament |
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| 11:00AM – 4:00PM | G |
Yu-Gi-Oh! Room 2204 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Jourdan Yu-Gi-Oh! card game tournament |
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| 11:00AM – 1:00PM | P |
Party on the Sunny-GO Room 104 (DoubleTree)
We will watch one piece talk one piece and have a meat lunch on either Saturday or Friday. and TRIVIA, times are expected to change as programming comes out. |
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| 11:00AM – 12:00PM | H | Pokemon Garden Court West (DoubleTree) | |
| 11:00AM – 12:00PM | H | Resident Evil/Horror Garden Court North (DoubleTree) | |
| 11:15AM – 1:15PM | V |
Hetalia: Axis Powers Season 2 Atrium 1 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 17+) The Baltics join the fray as the zany conflict between the Allied and Axis powers continue! |
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| 11:15AM – 1:00PM | V |
Redline Atrium 7 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 15+) Redline is the biggest, most deadly racing tournament in the universe. Hotshot JP hopes to make his mark, but conspiracies, organized crime... or love, may be his undoing. |
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| 11:45AM – 1:30PM | V |
Hero Tales Atrium 8 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 14+, Lucky 7) Deranged Shogun Keiro is devastating the land as he searches for a legendary sacred sword to attain godhood. Standing against him are seven warriors, incarnations of the stars themselves! |
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| 11:45AM – 1:45PM | V |
Summer Wars Atrium 2 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 13+) Math whiz Kenji is most at home in the popular virtual world of OZ. When a rogue AI threatens the world, he's forced to work with others to solve the dilemma - especially since he may have caused it! |
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| 12:00PM – 3:00PM | G |
Goldeneye N64 Atrium 4 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Jeff Mission Goldeneye N64 console game tournament |
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| 12:00PM – 4:00PM | P |
Anime Kindergarten Room 223 (DoubleTree)
Welcome to Anime Kindergarten! The only place featuring coloring books, crafts, nap time, & much more - all with an anime twist! We'll be playing games with juice boxes and animal crackers. Come have fun and remember: act your shoe size-not your age. |
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| 12:00PM – 1:00PM | H | D.Gray-Man Garden Court West (DoubleTree) | |
| 12:00PM – 1:00PM | H | DC Vs. Marvel Vs. Capcom Garden Court North (DoubleTree) | |
| 12:00PM – 1:00PM | R |
'Iron Pen' Drabble Contest Plaza 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Heather B. Stretch your creative muscles by writing a 100-word fanfic based on a surprise prompt! The winner will be announced at Closing Ceremonies. |
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| 12:00PM – 1:00PM | R |
About JASM Plaza 1 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Japan America Society of Minnesota, Nabeshin Learn about the Japan America Society of Minnesota and some of their year round events. |
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| 12:00PM – 1:00PM | R |
Anime Dating Game! Edina Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Raven_Night, nerine_2010, Lithuania, TheSkippingReaper Rules are simple: One contestant will ask our 3 mystery otakus 3 questions to figure out their anime characters! Players will be chosen at the panel! |
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| 12:00PM – 1:00PM | R |
Hetalia: Crack or Canon 2.0 Plaza 2 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Anne Handley, Shizu-Chan, Rachael, Nicole, Hannah, Peter, Jasmine, Toni, Sammy, Mary, Siiri, Ashley, Drew, Sydney, Gianna, Annie For those who attended "Hetalia: Crack or Canon," here's a better constructed skit with more madness! |
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| 12:00PM – 1:00PM | R |
Introduction to Stage Makeup Atrium 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Bill H. This panel will teach the techniques of character makeup for stage and masquerade. |
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| 12:00PM – 1:00PM | R |
Neon Genesis Evangelion Atrium 6 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Greg Ayres, Allison Keith-Shipp Join the voices of Misato and Kensuke as they talk about their involvement in this classic and sometimes infamous series. |
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| 12:00PM – 1:00PM | R |
Nerd Knitting and Crochet Paris (Sofitel)
Panelists: Holynarf, Fenix Bring your latest knitting or crochet project to show off/work on. If you want to learn, bring some supplies--we can get you started! |
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| 12:00PM – 1:00PM | R |
Shenanigans! Bordeaux (Sofitel)
Panelists: Kyle Hebert, Tadao Tomomatsu Hilarious stories from conventions past! |
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| 12:00PM – 1:00PM | R |
St. Olaf Taiko Grand Ballroom (DoubleTree)
Panelists: St. Olaf Taiko The St. Olaf Taiko group is gonna BANG ON THE DRUMS ALL NIGHT. Well, not all night. And probably not *at* night. Come anyway, hear some taiko. |
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| 1:00PM – 2:00PM | G |
Dominion Room 2203 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Benno Dominion card game demo |
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| 1:00PM – 4:00PM | G |
Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom 3 Atrium 4 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Tony Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom console game tournament |
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| 1:00PM – 1:00AM | P |
Ai-kon's Cutie Tea and Yaoi Bedtime story PJ party Room 209 (DoubleTree)
Come visit us for tea, sweets, conversation and festively dressed servers in our whimsical tea room by day. Then get dressed in your best PJ's for cocktails and the interpretive yaoi bedtime story styling’s of Uncle Jennah by night (BYOB for story time. I |
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| 1:00PM – 2:00PM | H | Durarara!! Garden Court West (DoubleTree) | |
| 1:00PM – 2:30PM | H | Fullmetal Alchemist Garden Court North (DoubleTree) | |
| 1:00PM – 1:15PM | V |
Dragon Age: Dawn of the Seeker Atrium 7 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 17+) Come see an exclusive premiere of the first 20 minutes of the new movie Dragon Age: Dawn of the Seeker. In a land where battles are fought with swords and magic, a young heroine rises to glory as Templars, mages, and dragons clash. Cassandra, a brash and beautiful warrior, must stop a conspiracy that threatens the realm's most powerful religious order. Accused of treasonous crimes and hunted by friend and foe, Cassandra must clear her name and overcome her rage in order to save the day and take her place in legend. |
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| 1:15PM – 3:00PM | V |
Black Butler Season 2 Atrium 7 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 14+, PREMIERE) While young Ciel's soul is ripe for the harvesting, the time is not yet right. A new abyssal butler is in town, and he's not satisfied with his own dull master - he wants Ciel, as well... |
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| 1:15PM – 3:00PM | V |
Fairy Tail Atrium 1 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 14+) Four young wizards of the infamous Fairy Tail guild team up to seek their fortune! Will their inexperience cause these wizards-for-hire to do more damage than good? |
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| 1:30PM – 2:30PM | R |
AMV Contest Grand Ballroom (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Anime Detour Staff Anime Detour 2012's annual, Anime Music Video Contest! Come and watch the submissions of fellow fans on the big screen. Contest winners will be announced at a special panel on Sunday. |
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| 1:30PM – 2:30PM | R |
Arashi: Creating a Storm Throughout the World Paris (Sofitel)
Panelists: eggchan If you like sparkles and rainbows, join the party! |
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| 1:30PM – 2:30PM | R |
Arch Nemesisis...isis: Anime Villain Panel Bloomington Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Xana Anime has the best of the worst villains. Come see what makes 'em tick, discuss favorites and dumbest moments! |
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| 1:30PM – 2:30PM | R |
Bad Cop Cosplay Judging Atrium 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: I-zuki, Shuu-san Want an honest critique on your cosplay? We'll give an honest review and give you tips to improve it. Be warned; we will not hold any punches. |
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| 1:30PM – 2:30PM | R |
DVD & Blu-ray Production Panel Plaza 1 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Clarine Harp, Taliesin Jaffe Discuss the more technical aspects of producing DVDs and Blu-Rays. Whether you want an insider's look into the process, or are just curious about what goes into a making that DVD on your local video store's shelf, this is a great panel to attend! |
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| 1:30PM – 2:30PM | R |
Otaku Media: Collecting on a Budget Plaza 4 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: San Darkchild, Badger Want to support the industry but not make your wallet cry? Glean tricks of the trade for collecting in the otaku world on a realistic budget! |
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| 1:30PM – 2:30PM | R |
ReBoot Fan Panel Bordeaux (Sofitel)
Panelists: Fes Works, Marcus A. ReBoot was the first fully CGI television series. A dedicated fan-base fueled its return from death at least twice. Warning: Incoming Fan Panel. |
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| 1:30PM – 2:30PM | R |
Tattoos and Pompadours: The Yakuza Plaza 2 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Eric F. (Almost) everything you need to know about the history and culture of Japan's criminal underworld. |
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| 1:30PM – 2:30PM | R |
The Wonderful World Of Disney Edina Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Nerine, Chesh, Aftie, Eriol A look at all things Disney--from the three caballeros to princesses, to Kingdom Hearts' impact, and the upcoming movies--plus trivia! |
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| 1:30PM – 2:30PM | R |
Tiny Lolita Hats Plaza 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: DeadLegato, Eryn Sophia Let's make some tiny lolita hats! Limited materials-first come first serve. |
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| 1:30PM – 2:30PM | R |
WTF YouTube! Atrium 6 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Rob "Vash" L. Come and see the dark, depraved, and downright weird side of YouTube...and get a good laugh while you're at it! |
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| 1:30PM – 3:15PM | V |
Bleach: Fade to Black Atrium 8 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 13+, Shonen Jump) The Seireitei has been destroyed, and Rukia has been kidnapped! Worse, the Soul Reapers have lost all memory of both Ichigo and Rukia. Can Ichigo solve this mystery? |
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| 1:45PM – 3:30PM | V |
Soul Eater Atrium 2 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 14+) Death the Kid and his partners Liz and Patty investigate the ghost ship Nidhogg, to put an end to its rampage on the high seas! Meanwhile, Stein has become suspicious of nurse Medusa... |
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| 2:00PM – 3:00PM | G |
Whack a Cat Girl Room 2203 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Benno Whack a Cat Girl anime themed card game demo |
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| 2:00PM – 4:00PM | P |
Waffles for Hope Room 202 (DoubleTree)
Serving waffles to all hungry con-goers! Why? Deliciousness! AND the Child's Play charity! Come nom, visit, help needy kids, and game with us! |
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| 2:00PM – 3:00PM | H | Ouran High School Host Club Garden Court West (DoubleTree) | |
| 2:30PM – 4:00PM | H | Hetalia Garden Court North (DoubleTree) | |
| 3:00PM – 7:00PM | G |
D&D 3.5: A3 - Assault on the Aerie of the Slave Lords Room 2205 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Uriah Dungeons and Dragons 3.5 role playing game |
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| 3:00PM – 6:00PM | G |
Settlers of Catan Room 2203 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Rene Settlers of Catan board game demo |
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| 3:00PM – 4:00PM | H | Miyazaki Characters Garden Court West (DoubleTree) | |
| 3:00PM – 4:00PM | R |
All Things Kuro: A Black Butler Panel Plaza 4 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Dani, Chibi, Rebecca, Adam Come one, come all to the Kuroshitsuji panel! Fans/newbs welcome! Learn and discuss the inner workings of one of our fav anime/manga, Black Butler! |
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| 3:00PM – 4:00PM | R |
Coloring Corner Club Plaza 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Magzie, Vicrawria Come color with other coloring book friends! There will be music, anime coloring sheets, and friendly friends! You won't want to miss this party! |
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| 3:00PM – 4:00PM | R |
It Gets Better: Anime Detour Grand Ballroom (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Greg Ayres, Rin, Jayson S. Join panelists as they discuss the It Gets Better Project, sharing their stories first, and later inviting you to share your own. |
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| 3:00PM – 4:00PM | R |
Kenichi the Mightiest Disciple Paris (Sofitel)
Panelists: Carrie Savage, Josh Grelle This is a panel where only the truly strong gather to discuss anime. |
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| 3:00PM – 4:00PM | R |
Kingdom Hearts 10th Anniversary Atrium 6 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Xion, Arkham, LuxyNumberX, DoodlePanda, zerokiryuu, nerine_2010 Kingdom Hearts has entertained us for ten years. Join us as we look back and talk about the past, present, and future of this beloved game series. |
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| 3:00PM – 4:00PM | R |
Prank Time with Rainbow and Pinkie! Plaza 1 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Rainbow Dash, Pinkey Pie Rainbow Dash: WELCOME TO OUR TOTALLY AWSOME PANEL! Pinkie Pie: Everypony should attend! There will be cupcakes, songs, and laughter! |
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| 3:00PM – 4:00PM | R |
Shinto and Buddhism in Anime Edina Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Jessi S., Lady Une The panelists will discuss how Japan's most prominent religions are reflected in anime and manga, as well as some basics for those who may be unfamiliar. |
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| 3:00PM – 4:00PM | R |
The Big Three: 2012 Bloomington Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Kyle-kun, Broric, Charles A panel dedicated to the three biggest sh?nen manga: Naruto, One Piece, and Bleach. Fans of all or one are welcome! |
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| 3:00PM – 4:00PM | R |
The Geek Partnership Society Atrium 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Theodore B., GPS Board of Directors Hey, who are those Geek Partnership people? What are they up to? Geek Community Center?! Find out here. |
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| 3:00PM – 4:00PM | R |
Time Travel and You Bordeaux (Sofitel)
Panelists: Aoirann, Zakanakai, Shadowfox061 Have you discovered time travel but aren't sure about the do's and don'ts? Wondering about the ethics? Come to our informative panel. |
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| 3:00PM – 4:00PM | R |
When the Cat's Away, the Mice Will Crossplay Plaza 2 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Raven_Night, Toshiro, Dante Frikin Kaiba, The Hero Interested in crossplay as a newb or veteran? We'll help you enhance your crossplays and answer questions on makeup, binding, and hair. Ladies and gents welcome! |
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| 3:00PM – 4:30PM | V |
Legend of the Legendary Heroes Atrium 7 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 14+, PREMIERE) As war brews between Roland and Estabul, Ryner, bearer of the cursed artifact known as the Alpha Stigma, sets out with his beautiful companion Ferris to find the Heroic Relics. |
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| 3:00PM – 5:00PM | V |
Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn Atrium 1 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 13+) After a tenuous peace, conflict explodes once more in Universal Century 0096! Banagher meets Audrey, who wishes to stop the war, and ends up piloting the new weapon system known as the Unicorn Gundam! |
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| 3:00PM – 4:30PM | V |
Naruto Shippuden Movie: Bonds Atrium 8 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 13+, Shonen Jump) Ninja from the Land of Sky, thought long destroyed, have begun to attack the Hidden Leaf Village! On their way to combat this new threat, Naruto and his friends encounter the rogue ninja Sasuke... |
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| 3:30PM – 5:00PM | V |
Moribito Atrium 2 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 13+) The Empire may have held a funeral for Chagum, but Balsa knows they won't rest until he's actually dead. She has a plan to give them exactly what they want... |
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| 4:00PM – 6:00PM | G |
Go Room 2203 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Jeff Mission Go, as seen in the anime Hikaru no Go, board game demo |
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| 4:00PM – 10:00PM | G |
Runebound Room 2203 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Shannon Paul Runebound board game demo |
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| 4:00PM – 8:00PM | G |
Talisman Room 2203 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Benno Talisman board game demo |
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| 4:00PM – 12:00AM | P |
Quad Cities Anime Inc Room 207 (DoubleTree)
Anime Fusion Party. Open to All Ages. Snacks and Beverages. |
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| 4:00PM – 5:00PM | H | Fruits Basket Garden Court West (DoubleTree) | |
| 4:00PM – 5:30PM | H | Kingdom Hearts Garden Court North (DoubleTree) | |
| 4:30PM – 5:30PM | R |
Anime For Grownups Plaza 2 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Eric F., Jessi S. Back for our third year, we discuss and recommend anime targeted towards fans who are outside the teenage otaku demographic. |
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| 4:30PM – 5:30PM | R |
Awesome AMVs Plaza 4 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Kris "Phade" McCormic Seasons keep changing / Autumn brings even more vids / Muffle your coughing |
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| 4:30PM – 5:30PM | R |
Behind the Scenes Bloomington Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Josh Grelle, Tadao Tomomatsu, Taliesin Jaffe, Ian Sinclair What is it like to be the boss? Find out what's necessary to go from concept to finished product with industry insiders. |
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| 4:30PM – 6:15PM | R |
Cosplay Setup/Rehearsals Grand Ballroom (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Anime Detour Staff You are in the cosplay masquerade. You must set up and rehearse. This is the time to do it. |
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| 4:30PM – 5:30PM | R |
Crafty Fun Time: Stuff and Things Plaza 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: DeadLegato Forgot to bring a costume? Just want to make some crafties? Come make stuff from all of Anime Detour's leftover workshop materials from years past. |
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| 4:30PM – 5:30PM | R |
DJ'ing with the Stars Edina Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: YTCracker, Greg Ayres Tired of nonstop dubstep? Learn to drop the bass with DJ veterans Greg and YTCracker. |
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| 4:30PM – 5:30PM | R |
From Toonami to Adult Swim! Bordeaux (Sofitel)
Panelists: fightbait Do you want to sit in a crowded room and watch old Toonami promos and laugh about the good ol' days? Good! |
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| 4:30PM – 5:30PM | R |
Jackpot!: A Devil May Cry Panel Paris (Sofitel)
Panelists: Misty Lola Whether your a gamer, anime fan, or another form of DMC fan, please join use for a fun discussion of our favorite half-demon action hero! |
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| 4:30PM – 5:30PM | R |
Jeopardy! Plaza 1 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Miziki, The Awesome Mallory It's just like the show, but the questions are about all types of anime/manga (new and old school). Team up with friends and win great prizes. |
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| 4:30PM – 5:30PM | R |
Let's Make a New Anime Plan with Nabeshin Atrium 6 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Nabeshin Nabeshin will ask attendees what kind of new anime they want to watch and draw his image on the screen using an e-tablet. |
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| 4:30PM – 5:30PM | R |
The Mikage Seminar Atrium 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Revolutionary Jo, Lady Une The continuing adventures of the panel for all the Revolutionary Girl Utena diehards who STILL can't stop talking about this show. This year: Remasters! |
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| 4:30PM – 6:00PM | V |
Hetalia: Paint it White Atrium 7 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 15+) The Allied and Axis powers must stand together to thwart the alien invasion of the Pictorians, with all the world's colors on the line! |
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| 4:30PM – 6:30PM | V |
Mobile Suit Gundam 00 the Movie: Awakening of the Trailblazer Atrium 8 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 13+, Giant Robots) As the new government of the Earth Sphere Federation prepares for a new, peaceful era, a race of living-metal shapeshifters throws all into chaos! Can Setsuna and his fellow pilots save the day? |
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| 5:00PM – 8:00PM | G |
Guilty Gear Atrium 4 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Tony Guilty Gear console game tournament |
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| 5:00PM – 10:00PM | G |
Yu-Gi-Oh! Room 2204 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Jourdan Yu-Gi-Oh! card game tournament |
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| 5:00PM – 9:00PM | P |
Ah! Real Zombies Room 128 (DoubleTree)
Zombie video game playing and zombie movie watching galore! |
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| 5:00PM – 6:00PM | H | Vocaloid Garden Court West (DoubleTree) | |
| 5:00PM – 6:45PM | V |
Tales of the Abyss Atrium 2 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 13+) War is brewing between Kimlasca and Malkuth. Luke von Fabre is drawn into this conflict when a mysterious woman named Tear attacks General Van, a master swordsman he admires. |
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| 5:00PM – 7:15PM | V |
Tower of Druaga: Sword of Uruk Atrium 1 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 14+) Jil and his team have reached the final conflict with Neeba, Kaaya, and Shadow Gilgamesh! Reunions and betrayal mark the exciting conclusion to the Tower of Druaga saga! |
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| 5:30PM – 7:00PM | H | Naruto Garden Court North (DoubleTree) | |
| 6:00PM – 11:00PM | G |
MtG: Legacy Constructed Room 2202 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Jason Magic: The Gathering, Legacy Constructed tournament |
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| 6:00PM – 10:00PM | P |
90's Party! Room 105 (DoubleTree)
Let's go back to the 90's again and enjoy cartoons, video games and toys from our childhood. Only this time we party harder at night as the last two hours each night is 21+. |
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| 6:00PM – 10:00PM | P |
Biohazard Room 205 (DoubleTree)
We are back, this time Thriller Bark style. Where One Piece and Zombies collide! We welcome you to stop by and enjoy Thriller Bark episodes, music, & games. Our famous Zydrate shots and Cherry Ba-bombs rise once again for your enjoyment (21+) |
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| 6:00PM – 10:00PM | P |
Harajuku Arts and Crafts Room Room 201 (DoubleTree)
We will be providing markers, colored pencils, crafts (blank slap bracelets, paper fans), paper, a relaxed place, a coloring contest and more! |
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| 6:00PM – 10:00PM | P |
Introduction to Modern Dance Room 131 (DoubleTree)
Trance, Techno, Dubstep and Pop! Industrial, EBM, and all that rocks! A fusion of lights and hardcore dancing - experience the modern club scene! |
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| 6:00PM – 12:00AM | P |
Kemono Crossing Room 210 (DoubleTree)
Celebrating the Kemono genre of Anime as well as Furry fandom. The party will look at many similarities and the few differences of the two in both in art and costuming. Event hosted by MNFurs.org. |
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| 6:00PM – 1:00AM | P |
The Geek Partnership Society Room 110 (DoubleTree)
Hey we are back, bringing with us all that which is Geeky. Join us for fun, games, animation, and Mini-Cupcakes! |
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| 6:00PM – 7:00PM | H | Black Butler Garden Court West (DoubleTree) | |
| 6:00PM – 7:00PM | R |
Cooking Up Anime Returns (CANCELLED) Plaza 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Chef Pug Sorry, everyone! Chef Pug can't make it this year, so this panel is being cancelled. |
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| 6:00PM – 7:00PM | R |
Crossover in Furry and Anime Art Plaza 2 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: farellemoon, Kiradin, bar1scoprio, sike_redwolf Let's analyze the growing intersection of anime and furry art. Examples from comics as well as various artists and techniques. |
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| 6:00PM – 7:00PM | R |
HetaHistory Edina Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Romano Time for a little lesson in history, Hetalia style! We'll spend time discussing historical events and how Hetalia can be educational AND funny. |
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| 6:00PM – 8:30PM | R |
K-Pop Showcase Plaza 4 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Seoul Man Learn what influenced and inspired world famous Korean performing artists like Big Bang, Girls Generation, Rain, and many more. Stick around for music videos! |
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| 6:00PM – 8:30PM | R |
Magic: The Gathering Panel Plaza 1 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: ddrfr33k, Synystergates Do you play Magic? Do you go to tournaments? Do you have no idea what they mean by "cantrips?" This panel is for you! Let's talk "cardboard crack!" |
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| 6:00PM – 7:00PM | R |
One Piece Panel 'On Epic' Bloomington Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Zorro, Aokiji Kuzan, Tashigi, Captain, Boa COME ABOARD AND BRING ALONG ALL YOUR NAKAMA TO THE One Piece panel. General discussion, Prizes, MANGA SPOILERS!! YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED! -The Marines |
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| 6:00PM – 7:00PM | R |
Otaku: The Next Generation Atrium 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Hunter Gren, Sanctity Got little ones? We'll talk about raising the next otaku generation. When is a kid ready for anime, manga, conventions, video games, etc.? |
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| 6:00PM – 7:00PM | R |
Sengoku Basara: Samurai Kings Bordeaux (Sofitel)
Panelists: Chris Ayres, Greg Ayres, Taliesin Jaffe Come talk with our guests of honor about this series loosely based on the Sengoku era of feudal Japan, |
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| 6:00PM – 8:30PM | R |
The Great Debate Atrium 6 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Evan M. Never been to Debate? It’s a free-form debate of everything anime/Japan. If you've been? You know what kind of madness to expect, kids. ^-~ |
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| 6:00PM – 7:30PM | V |
.hack//Quantum Atrium 7 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 14+) A trio of new players to the MMORPG known as The World begin a startling new adventure after an encounter with a mysterious entity known as Hermit. |
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| 6:15PM – 7:00PM | R |
Cosplay Seating Grand Ballroom (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Anime Detour Staff Are you having fun in the line yet? Stop reading your programming guide! Converse with the people around you! A little socialization won't kill you. ...or will it? |
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| 6:30PM – 1:00AM | P |
Black Order of Amestris Room 224 (DoubleTree)
We welcome all who are fans or want to know about D.Gray-Man and FMA. We’ll have free refreshments and even a couple contests and games. Come in cosplay or not, all are welcome! |
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| 6:30PM – 10:30PM | P |
Detour Live Room 226 (DoubleTree)
Live Nerd bands! Dance Party! GAMING! Come spend some of your Anime Detour experience with Detour O.G.'s! Feat. The Style Biters and Guest. |
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| 6:30PM – 8:15PM | V |
Star Driver Atrium 8 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 13+, Giant Robots) Peaceful Southern Cross Island holds an ancient secret - a secret that comes to light when Takuto washes ashore. A secret society that seeks to control giant machines called Cybodies is on the move... |
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| 6:45PM – 8:30PM | V |
Revolutionary Girl Utena Remastered Atrium 2 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 16+) As a young girl, Utena was rescued by a prince! She vowed that one day she herself would become a prince and help others as she was. Now, at Ohtori Academy, she has a chance to do just that. |
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| 7:00PM – 10:00PM | G |
Mario Kart N64 Atrium 4 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Jeff Mission Mario Kart N64 console game tournament |
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| 7:00PM – 12:00AM | P |
221C Baker Street Room 125 (DoubleTree)
You'll find no consulting detectives, exciting mysteries or games afoot here. Just a spot of tea and... shoes. |
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| 7:00PM – 9:00PM | P |
Waffles for Hope Room 202 (DoubleTree)
Serving waffles to all hungry con-goers! Why? Deliciousness! AND the Child's Play charity! Come nom, visit, help needy kids, and game with us! |
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| 7:00PM – 8:00PM | H | Legend of Zelda Garden Court West (DoubleTree) | |
| 7:00PM – 8:30PM | H | One Piece Garden Court North (DoubleTree) | |
| 7:00PM – 9:00PM | R |
Cosplay Contest Grand Ballroom (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Anime Detour Staff Come see fellow fans show off their costumes on the stage! |
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| 7:15PM – 9:00PM | V |
Clannad: The Motion Picture Atrium 1 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, TV-PG) The life of Tomoya, a delinquent in the making, turns around when he meets sickly Nagisa and the two form the Drama Club. Others with troubled pasts join one by one, and the healing can begin... |
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| 7:30PM – 8:30PM | R |
Guess That Gender! Bordeaux (Sofitel)
Panelists: Hannah H. Is it easy to tell the difference between smexy anime girls and guys? Find out, and play a game that will challenge your expertise forever. |
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| 7:30PM – 8:30PM | R |
Hetalia: Female Nations Plaza 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Hungary There are very few female nations in Hetalia, but that doesn't mean these women should be ignored. Join Hungary and the gals and see why not. |
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| 7:30PM – 8:30PM | R |
Maximum Weeaboo Magazine (18+) Plaza 2 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Bolt Vanderhuge, Bob Johnson, Punch Rockgroin, Gristle McThornbody Or, How I Learned To Stop Worrying and Make Fun of Our Own Fandom. Come add to our unwarranted self-importance! Entry into any 18+ panel will require a state issued photo ID as well as your badge. Please have these ready for the badger outside the programming room before entering. |
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| 7:30PM – 8:30PM | R |
Politics in Japan: From Daimyo to Diet Atrium 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Wombat-socho A brief overview of Japanese political systems from the pre-Shogunate period through the Meiji Restoration and the MacArthur constitution of 1947. |
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| 7:30PM – 8:30PM | R |
THE GREATEST PANEL IN THE WORLD! Bloomington Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: fightbait Don't feel like going to the cosplay contest? You could listen to me spout nonsense instead. Did I mention the prizes? |
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| 7:30PM – 8:30PM | R |
The Tower of Druaga: The Sword of Uruk Paris (Sofitel)
Panelists: Carrie Savage, Clarine Harp, Josh Grelle Join our guests of honor to discuss the sequel to remake of the 1980s epic fantasy RPG, Tower of Druaga: Aegis of Uruk. |
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| 7:30PM – 8:30PM | R |
Tokusatsu: Power Rangers and Beyond Edina Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: UltraMatt Explore the world of Tokusatsu (Japanese live action special effect shows) and its relationship to anime and manga past and present! |
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| 7:30PM – 9:15PM | V |
The World God Only Knows Atrium 7 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 14+) Keima is a legendary master of Dating Sims. But with no interest in real girls, will his skills be enough to exorcise spirits by making real girls fall in love? |
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| 8:00PM – 11:00PM | G |
Betrayal at House on the Hill Room 2203 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Rene Betrayal at House on the Hill board game demo |
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| 8:00PM – 12:00AM | G |
Starcraft II Room 2207 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Daniel Brostek Starcraft II 1v1 PC game tournament |
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| 8:00PM – 2:00AM | P |
CONvergence Room 108 (DoubleTree)
Come join your friends from CONvergence for a preview of the party to come. Right on this very spot July 5-8! |
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| 8:00PM – 12:00AM | P |
Distractions At Detour Room 129 (DoubleTree)
Music and Anime. Movies and Drinks for the Adults (21+) |
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| 8:00PM – 12:00AM | P |
Dragon Ball Z Room 103 (DoubleTree)
Come join us in an exciting dragon ball scavenger hunt. Meet us in our party room for snacks, dragon ball z episodes, party games, prizes, and more!! |
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| 8:00PM – 12:00AM | P |
Gaylaxicon 2012 Room 208 (DoubleTree)
Gaylaxicon returns to the Twin Cities in October 2012! Prepare for the Gaypocalypse with the North Country Gaylaxians! |
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| 8:00PM – 6:00AM | P |
Jet Set Odori Party Bingo Hall! Room 225 (DoubleTree)
A free for all party room, blasting out classy tunes from video games and entertainment, and with to groove the night away with! |
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| 8:00PM – 12:00AM | P |
Pop-Droid: The Doctor is In Room 102 (DoubleTree)
Join the Droids for a night of dancing. We will have dubstep and trance playing all night long with our resident DJ. Dress as your favorite doctor and try some of our delicious syringes. - http://popdroid.net |
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| 8:00PM – 12:00AM | P |
Purple Monkey Dishwasher Room 127 (DoubleTree)
A fun room party with dancing games food and prizes! All ages and all anime interests welcome! |
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| 8:00PM – 3:00AM | P |
VerticalRise.ORG Room 126 (DoubleTree)
Online gaming community helping players get the most of their time spent online. Join us in our party room! Food, drinks, games, & more! |
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| 8:00PM – 12:00AM | P |
WIZZYWIG'S WIZZYFIZZY CANDY PARTY Room 204 (DoubleTree)
Wizzywig is launching a new snack website: WIZZYFIZZY. Help us celebrate with a party featuring samples of weird and unusual Japanese Candy & Snacks. |
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| 8:00PM – 9:00PM | H | Star Driver Garden Court West (DoubleTree) | |
| 8:15PM – 10:00PM | V |
Allison & Lillia Atrium 8 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 14+, In the Army Now) Roxche and Sou Beil have been at war for as long as anyone can remember. Fighter pilot Allison and her companion Will, though, have embarked on a journey that may end the war once and for all! |
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| 8:30PM – 10:00PM | H | Soul Eater Garden Court North (DoubleTree) | |
| 8:30PM – 11:00PM | V |
FLCL Complete Collection Atrium 2 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 14+) Naota is a normal kid living in a normal town where nothing strange ever happens. Well, except maybe for the weird woman who brains him with an electric guitar, causing robots to leap out of his skull. |
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| 9:00PM – 11:00PM | G |
Residnet Evil Deck Building Game Room 2203 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Benno Resident Evil deck building game demo |
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| 9:00PM – 12:00AM | G |
Rock Band Atrium 4 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Tony Rock Band, full band, console game tournament |
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| 9:00PM – 2:00AM | P |
AniMinneapolis Room 106 (DoubleTree)
Join AniMinneapolis 2012 for the best room party ever, and experience Freedom From Boredom firsthand. |
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| 9:00PM – 1:00AM | P |
Eagle Anime Fairy Tail Party Room 203 (DoubleTree)
Drop by the guild and catch up with old friends, pick up a new assignment, and hone your skills at the Eagle Anime Fairy Tail party. |
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| 9:00PM – 3:00AM | P |
Karaoke Krypt Room 227 (DoubleTree)
It's karaoke American style at the Karaoke Krypt. Sing pop and rock classics into the wee hours while surrounded by monsters and a custom light show. Become the mic, at Karaoke Krypt. |
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| 9:00PM – 2:00AM | P |
Uncle Iroh's Tea House Room 123 (DoubleTree)
Inspired by 'Avatar:The Last Airbender' (anime NOT movie), Uncle Iroh's will be a quiet refuge in the hectic con - a place to have a nice cup of tea, conversation, and a place to just relax. Hosted by Uncle Iroh and Aunt Wu. |
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| 9:00PM – 10:00PM | H | Inuyasha Garden Court West (DoubleTree) | |
| 9:00PM – 10:00PM | R |
Ancient Spice: Hetalia Bloomington Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: The Old World Look down, now up. The room's full of dead people who've REALLY MISSED YOU. 8D Anything's possible at the Ancients Panel. We're on a trojan horse. |
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| 9:00PM – 10:00PM | R |
Asian Ball Jointed Doll Show and Tell Plaza 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: DeadLegato, Fishay Lets talk about ball jointed dolls! Everyone and anyone interested is welcome! |
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| 9:00PM – 10:00PM | R |
Bright Falls: A Discussion of Alan Wake Edina Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Alan Wake Heard of Alan Wake but weren't sure about playing it? This panel will take a look at its story and soundtrack. We'll also have tips and tricks! |
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| 9:00PM – 10:00PM | R |
Gender for the Mature Anime Fan (18+) Plaza 2 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Margo, Lara, Chris M. Want to join our usual conversation on gender but focus on the more adult implications? Keep it smart, funny, interesting- no need to keep it clean. Entry into any 18+ panel will require a state issued photo ID as well as your badge. Please have these ready for the badger outside the programming room before entering. |
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| 9:00PM – 10:00PM | R |
LoDN Bordeaux (Sofitel)
Panelists: -01-, -03- The League of Disposable Ninjas is an organization promoting the influence of ninja both historically and in pop culture worldwide. |
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| 9:00PM – 10:00PM | R |
Manga for Grownups Paris (Sofitel)
Panelists: Eric F., Jessi S. Come hear about a new batch of manga that appeals to manga fans outside the teenage otaku demographic. |
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| 9:00PM – 10:00PM | R |
PANELSTUCK Atrium 6 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Awesome Ashley, Superflous Sara, Killer Kay Wondering WHY there are cosplayers covered in GRAY with CANDY CORN on their heads? This panel is about HOMESTUCK. The MUSICAL NATURE and PRIZES make it sound RIDICULOUS. |
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| 9:00PM – 10:00PM | R |
There's Something About Mary Sue Atrium 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Evanyell, Noctum RP and fanfic are important in the anime/gaming community. Many do it, but do they do it right? We'll teach you what NOT to do! This panel may discuss adult topics. |
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| 9:00PM – 10:00PM | R |
Yuri Panel (18+) Plaza 1 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Dragonflyfaerie, MarthWmaster, YuriPaddle Know about yuri but not sure what's out there or what's good? Come join us! We'll show you! And you may get a treat! Entry into any 18+ panel will require a state issued photo ID as well as your badge. Please have these ready for the badger outside the programming room before entering. |
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| 9:00PM – 10:45PM | V |
ef: A Tale of Memories Atrium 1 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 17+) A chance meeting between Hiro and Miyako leads childhood friend Kei to worry about her relationship with Hiro. She vows to prove she is the only girl for him! |
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| 9:15PM – 11:00PM | V |
Heaven's Lost Property: Forte Atrium 7 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 17+, PREMIERE) Tomoki was just getting used to living with two troublesome angeloids who want to grant his wishes. Then a third arrives - who wants to kill him! Can Ikaros and Nymph protect him? |
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| 9:30PM – 1:00AM | R |
Karaoke Plaza 4 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Anime Detour Staff I want to… SING! |
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| 10:00PM – 2:00AM | P |
Party on the Sunny-GO Room 104 (DoubleTree)
We will watch one piece talk one piece and have a meat lunch on either Saturday or Friday. and TRIVIA, times are expected to change as programming comes out. (21+) |
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| 10:00PM – 11:45PM | V |
Sound of the Sky (Sora no Woto) Atrium 8 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 16+, In the Army Now) As a child, Kanata was rescued by a beautiful military bugler. She vowed to follow in the soldier's footsteps and become a bugler herself! Can her optimism weather a world at war? |
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| 10:30PM – 2:00AM | R |
Art Jam Plaza 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Anime Detour Staff Artists of all skill levels are welcome to show up, hang out, and sketch to their heart's content at this late night event. |
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| 10:30PM – 11:30PM | R |
Blasters, Sabers, and Metal Bikinis Bordeaux (Sofitel)
Panelists: Rob "Vash" L. There are many life lessons one can take from Star Wars...these are the one's you DON'T want to tell. |
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| 10:30PM – 2:00AM | R |
Dance Grand Ballroom (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Anime Detour Staff I feel love reflection! As requested by our attendees, the first hour of the dance on both Friday and Saturday nights will be light on the flashing lights and loud music so those with sensitivity can attend and have a good time too! |
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| 10:30PM – 11:30PM | R |
Fushigi Yuugi: Analysis Redux Edina Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Xana A Marxist/Feminist analysis of one the most beloved (or reviled) shoujo animes of all time: Fushigi Yuugi! Bishounen welcome! |
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| 10:30PM – 11:30PM | R |
Horrors of Anime VI: Death and Rebirth! (18+) Plaza 1 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: fightbait MadnessMark drove his car off a cliff into a sea of babies and died. Luckily, he taught me how to show clips of bad anime to drunk people first. Entry into any 18+ panel will require a state issued photo ID as well as your badge. Please have these ready for the badger outside the programming room before entering. |
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| 10:30PM – 11:30PM | R |
Lucky or Lunch? Bloomington Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Sike, Nexus The zombie apocalypse is upon us! What should you do when a zombie comes knocking at your door? Join our specialists as we go through tips and tricks that will help keep you alive! |
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| 10:30PM – 11:30PM | R |
Paper Rehab Atrium 6 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: deadw8 Got a trading/collectible card game addiction? Come talk about YuGiOh, Pokemon, and Magic. We may discuss out-of-print titles and make your addiction worse! |
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| 10:30PM – 11:30PM | R |
The Dark Future of Gunnm: Battle Angel Alita Atrium 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: I-zuki, Shuu-san Also known as Battle Angel Alita, Gunnm is a post-apocalyptic manga. We'll talk about this sophisticated tale of dark humor, gore, vampires, and one hot cyborg. |
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| 10:30PM – 11:30PM | R |
THE FANDOM (18+) Plaza 2 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: T3H FIVE These are the reasons why you are afraid to call yourself a fan. Share and hear survival stories through the worst and best universes of the fandoms. Entry into any 18+ panel will require a state issued photo ID as well as your badge. Please have these ready for the badger outside the programming room before entering. |
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| 10:45PM – 12:30AM | V |
Ga-Rei: Zero Atrium 1 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 17+) Raised as sisters, Kagura and Yomi fight as a team against supernatural menaces. When one is possessed by a dark spirit, can the other raise her sword against her? |
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| 11:00PM – 12:45AM | V |
Baccano! Atrium 2 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 17+) The violence on the Flying Pussyfoot continues as the monstrous Rail Tracer continues its rampage. Meanwhile, we are given a glimpse into the past, and the origin of the elixir of eternal life... |
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| 11:00PM – 12:45AM | V |
Dance in the Vampire Bund Atrium 7 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 17+) Childlike Mina Tepes, Queen of the Vampires, has revealed the existence of her kind. Her goal is to establish a Bund where Vampires can live safe from the persecution of humans. |
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| 11:45PM – 1:30AM | V |
Princess Jellyfish Atrium 8 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 14+, Uncomfortably Close to Home) Jellyfish-obsessed Tsukimi lives with similarly hobby-obsessed roommates. Their cozy no-men-allowed setup is shattered when a drag queen decides to make them all famous! |
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| 12:00AM – 1:00AM | R |
All I Know I Learned from Hentai (18+) Plaza 2 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Rob "Vash" L. From Hentai to Twilight and everything in between, nothing is safe. Strap yourself in, bring the brain bleach, and leave good taste at the door… Entry into any 18+ panel will require a state issued photo ID as well as your badge. Please have these ready for the badger outside the programming room before entering. |
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| 12:00AM – 1:00AM | R |
Haters Gonna Hate with Team Rocket North America Atrium 6 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Boss Giovanni, Admin Rollout, Admin Kat Soup Mad about Zubats on you even with Repels? How about Team Rocket Grunts every ten steps? Problems at the Game Corner? Vent your rage against TRNA! |
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| 12:00AM – 1:00AM | R |
Horrors of Dubbing II: A New Hope! (18+) Plaza 1 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: fightbait If you think the 4Kids One Piece dub was bad, you've got another thing coming. Join me as a play clips of the worst dubs in the history of anime! Entry into any 18+ panel will require a state issued photo ID as well as your badge. Please have these ready for the badger outside the programming room before entering. |
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| 12:00AM – 1:00AM | R |
Minecraft: The Three Creeper Moon Edina Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: GBZero, customheat, michglich2 Late night Minecraft panel. Come and share your Minecraft storys, talk Redstone, share your works (flash drive or disk), and join us for some goodies! |
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| 12:00AM – 1:00AM | R |
Pimp Your Art Bloomington Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Evan M. Artists + art fans! Come talk about your work/inspirations! Tell us who you're following on DevArt, etc. Time will be provided for book/print trades. |
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| 12:00AM – 1:00AM | R |
Werewolf Game Atrium 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Hippo, ViVi Join us in lynching villagers and werewolves to keep Detour safe. |
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| 12:30AM – 3:00AM | V |
The Sacred Blacksmith Atrium 1 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 17+) Dark secrets from Luke's past are revealed when he's asked to craft the ultimate sword. Meanwhile, the cloaked figure begins his final assault on the city in pursuit of the Demon Swords. |
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| 12:45AM – 3:00AM | V |
Elfen Lied Atrium 2 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 17+) Lucy, a mutant with deadly psychic powers, escapes from a laboratory in a rampage of violence. Her memory lost, she is found and taken in by Kouta and Yuka. Her dark past will soon catch up to her... |
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| 12:45AM – 2:30AM | V |
High School of the Dead Atrium 7 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 17+) When the zombie apocalypse arrives, a group of high-schoolers learns what it takes to survive in a world gone mad! |
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| 1:30AM – 3:15AM | V |
Welcome to the NHK Atrium 8 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 15+, Uncomfortably Close to Home) College drop-out and social shut-in Sato has figured it all out: the NHK is a conspiracy to create hermits like him! Knowing is no cure, though - but perhaps a nosy girl named Misaki can help? |
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| 2:00AM – 4:00AM | P |
Introduction to Modern Dance Room 131 (DoubleTree)
Trance, Techno, Dubstep and Pop! Industrial, EBM, and all that rocks! A fusion of lights and hardcore dancing - experience the modern club scene! |
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| 2:30AM – 4:15AM | V |
Darker than Black Season 2 Atrium 7 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 17+) The masked killer Hei fights to save the life of the young Russian girl Suo, opposed by Contractors and the mysterious Section 3. |
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| 3:00AM – 4:45AM | V |
Corpse Princess (Shikabane Hime--Kuro) Atrium 1 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 17+) Devastated by their mutual tragedy, Makina and Ouri must learn to work together if they are going to stand a chance of facing the dark cabal of Shikabane known as the Seven Stars. |
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| 3:00AM – 4:45AM | V |
Peacemaker Atrium 2 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 15+) Tetsunosuke Ichimura seeks the aid of the Shinsengumi to avenge the slaying of his parents. However, the Shinsengumi are as bad as his parents’ killers. Will he seek revenge? Or become a Peacemaker? |
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| 3:15AM – 5:00AM | V |
Genshiken Atrium 8 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 13+, Uncomfortably Close to Home) Sasahara has figured out what college club to join: The Society for the Study of Modern Visual Culture - in other words, a club about cosplay, gaming, anime and dojinshi! |
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| 4:15AM – 6:00AM | V |
Angel Beats! Atrium 7 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 14+) After death, an organization of teenagers rail against the heavens for their short, unfair lives. Opposing them is the enigmatic Angel, dedicated to making them all vanish... |
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| 4:45AM – 6:45AM | V |
Monster Atrium 1 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 17+) The pursuit of the serial murderer leads Dr. Tenma has lead him to Heidelberg, where he learns that university student Nina Fortner may have closer ties to the murderer than she knows. |
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| 4:45AM – 6:30AM | V |
Yu Yu Hakusho Atrium 2 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 13+) Yusuke Urameshi is a good-for-nothing delinquent. In saving a child's life at the cost of his own, however, he earns himself another chance at life, and a new career as a Spirit Detective! |
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| 5:00AM – 6:00AM | V |
Gravitation Lyrics of Love OVA Atrium 8 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 16+, Battle of the Bands) Shuichi can't focus on his lyrics because Yuki is even more distant than before! If Shuichi can't get back on track, it could be the end of the band. What will become of his relationship with Yuki? |
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| 6:00AM – 7:45AM | V |
Beck: Mongolian Chop Squad Atrium 8 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 17+, Battle of the Bands) Koyuki was an ordinary student until he met local rocker Ryusuke. Koyuki’s life starts to change as he struggles to learn guitar and join Ryusuke’s band. |
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| 6:00AM – 8:30AM | V |
Katanagatari Atrium 7 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 13+) Yasuri is the seventh generation master of an ancient sword art. His life is changed when Shogunate official Togame hires him to help her find twelve legendary katana. |
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| 6:30AM – 9:00AM | V |
Ouran High School Host Club Atrium 2 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 14+) The antics of the Ouran Host Club continue! What is Haruhi's weakness? What is her father like? How far will the boys go to keep Haruhi in the club? And what fool stands between Honey and dessert??? |
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| 6:45AM – 8:30AM | V |
Haibane Renmei Atrium 1 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 13+) Born from a large cocoon, Rakka is greeted by a group of girls with wings and halos - they are Haibane, like her. What are the Haibane? What exists beyond the wall that surrounds the city? |
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| 7:45AM – 9:30AM | V |
K-on! Atrium 8 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 13+, Battle of the Bands) The Light Music Club is too low on members, and about to be disbanded! Fortunately, there's new Freshman Yui. She may not have musical experience, but she's easily bribed with snacks! |
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| 8:30AM – 11:15AM | V |
Broken Blade Atrium 7 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 14+) In a world where children are born who can control quartz, Golems are the ultimate weapon. The only hope of a kingdom embroiled in war is Rygart and his unusual Golem. |
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| 8:30AM – 10:15AM | V |
Excel Saga Atrium 1 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 17+) Mountain climbing, swimming, and bowling - Excel will do whatever it takes to serve Il Pallazo! Meanwhile, the Department of City Security tries to invade ACROSS headquarters... |
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| 9:00AM – 11:30AM | V |
Sengoku Basara: Samurai Kings Atrium 2 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 14+) The joint campaign against the fearsome Oda Nobunaga continues! Will any sacrifice be enough to defeat such an implacable foe? Nobunaga lives up to his name as the Demon King... |
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| 9:30AM – 11:15AM | V |
The Wallflower Atrium 8 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 14+, Pretty Boys) Four pretty boys must turn their benefactor’s horror-movie-obsessed Gothic niece into a beautiful young lady, or get jobs and start paying rent. There can be no worse fate! |
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| 10:00AM – 3:00PM | G |
MtG: Standard Draft Room 2202 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Jason Magic: The Gathering, standard draft tournament |
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| 10:00AM – 3:00PM | G |
Twilight Imperium Room 2203 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Shannon Paul Twilight Imperium board game demo |
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| 10:00AM – 11:00AM | G |
Whack a Cat Girl Room 2203 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Benno Whack a Cat Girl anime themed card game demo |
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| 10:00AM – 3:00PM | G |
Yu-Gi-Oh! Room 2204 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Jourdan Yu-Gi-Oh! card game tournament |
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| 10:00AM – 11:00AM | R |
Art and College! Plaza 2 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Madam Kitten Thinking about going to college for art? Have a lot of questions? Art students answer questions, give advice, and will look at work!! |
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| 10:00AM – 11:00AM | R |
Awesome AMVs Plaza 4 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Kris "Phade" McCormic The wintry showtime / Vids are all special snowflakes / No more Linkin' Park! |
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| 10:00AM – 12:30PM | R |
Cel Painting Plaza 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: DeadLegato, Jessi S. Spend some time relaxing and painting mock anime "cels." Draw your own, or trace our templates. Limited supplies, first come first serve. |
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| 10:00AM – 11:00AM | R |
Duel Monsters 101 Bloomington Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Jaden Yuki, Professor Tomato Confused by the YuGiOh card game? Recent Duel Academy grad Jaden Yuki will help make the card game simple and easy to learn. |
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| 10:00AM – 12:30PM | R |
Iron Artist Atrium 6 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Chairman Kaga Artists battle it out on stage by creating a work based on a secret ingredient. Come for the shenanigans, stay to see whose art will reign supreme! |
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| 10:00AM – 11:00AM | R |
Misora Taiko Grand Ballroom (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Misora Taiko Wake up Sunday morning with some high quality taiko drumming from local group, Misora Taiko. |
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| 10:00AM – 11:00AM | R |
The Evolution of the American Anime Industry Edina Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: fightbait Bandai Entertainment is practically dead! Media Blasters laid off 60% of it's staff! Now Funimation is suing Sentai! Look how far we've come! |
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| 10:00AM – 11:00AM | R |
Weeaboos: Then and Now Plaza 1 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Margo, Cora, Dersu, Capitan Exploring Westerners' fascination with all things Japan (or Japan-esque) in this fun, irreverent jaunt through history. |
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| 10:00AM – 11:00AM | R |
Wig Styling Studio 101 Atrium 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Usagi_MoonC In recent years, cosplay wig styling has become less of a craft, and even less of an art. Learn about different supplies, techniques, and what to look for in potential wigs. |
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| 10:15AM – 12:00PM | V |
Kaze no Stigma Atrium 1 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 14+) Kazuma, master of Wind, and Ayano, master of Fire, don't get along. When a sinister website begins unleashing demons upon Tokyo, though, they'll have to learn to work together! |
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| 11:00AM – 3:00PM | G |
D&D 3.5: A4 - Dungeons of the Slave Lords Room 2205 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Uriah Dungeons and Dragons 3.5 role playing game |
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| 11:00AM – 2:00PM | G |
Ticket to Ride Room 2203 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Rene Ticket to Ride board game demo |
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| 11:15AM – 1:00PM | V |
Antique Bakery Atrium 8 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 16+, Pretty Boys) Salaryman Keiichiro suddenly quits his job and opens a bakery. Envisioning a wait staff of cute girls, he instead winds up with a staff of attractive men. It's still a recipe for success! |
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| 11:15AM – 1:00PM | V |
Okami-San and Her Seven Companions Atrium 7 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 14+, PREMIERE) Ryoko "the Wolf" Okami is the leader of Otogi Bank, a group for helping classmates out of fixes. When shy Ryoshi confesses his love to her she blows him off - so he joins the Bank to prove himself! |
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| 11:30AM – 12:30PM | R |
Animemusicvideos.org 2012 Viewer's Choice Awards Plaza 4 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Kris "Phade" McCormic AMV.org's members have voted for the best music videos of the year. Come see the winners! |
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| 11:30AM – 12:30PM | R |
Artist Connect & Critique Edina Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Balnibarbi, Dubslider Touch base with and get to know other artists in the community, and bring forth your best work to gain comments and critique from your peers. |
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| 11:30AM – 12:30PM | R |
Cosplay Sociology: Why Do We Dress Up? Atrium 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Eryn Sophia A fun and open panel discussion about cosplayers/costumers and their ways. Audience participation encouraged. |
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| 11:30AM – 12:30PM | R |
D.Gray-Man Plaza 2 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Kuri-Kara, Solarchos, UltraMatt, Lavi, Nerine, Lenore, Neah, Cross, Nyne, Allen Walker Akuma, Noah, Exorcists, Finders, and Scientists are all welcome. We'll talk plot, relationships, characters, and manga v. anime. Spoilers possible. |
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| 11:30AM – 12:30PM | R |
Kaishin Dojo Grand Ballroom (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Kaishin Dojo The Kaishin Dojo returns for a live demonstration of their expertise, featuring steel swords and bokken (wooden swords). |
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| 11:30AM – 12:30PM | R |
State of the Industry Plaza 1 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Greg Ayres Come for an in-depth discussion of the anime industry and its current state of affairs. |
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| 11:30AM – 12:30PM | R |
The Vocaloid Dancing Hour Bloomington Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Hipster Len, Magnet Len Come on down to the vocaloid dancing hour and see your favorite vocaloids perform classic dances. Stop on by and see how vocaloids break it down. |
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| 11:30AM – 1:45PM | V |
Hidamari Sketch x Hoshimittsu Atrium 2 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 13+) Now veterans of Yamabuki Art School, Yuno and her friends get to welcome two new freshmen into Hidmari Apartments! What quirks and eccentricities will these newcomers add to the group? |
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| 12:00PM – 3:00PM | G |
Pokemon DS: League Finals Atrium 4 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Echo Pokemon DS league finals for the weekend-long event. Please see the program book for attendance details. |
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| 12:00PM – 1:00PM | G |
S.P.A.N.C. Room 2203 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Benno Space Pirate Amazon Ninja Catgirld card game demo |
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| 12:00PM – 2:00PM | G |
Shogi Room 2203 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Jeff Mission Shogi, Japanese chess, board game demo |
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| 12:00PM – 3:00PM | G |
Smash Bros. Brawl Atrium 4 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Tony Smash Bros. Brawl console game tournament |
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| 12:00PM – 1:00PM | V |
XxxHOLiC the Movie: A Midsummer Night's Dream Atrium 1 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 14+) Yuko and her servants attend a mysterious auction. As guests begin to disappear one by one, they must solve the mystery before they join them! |
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| 12:30PM – 5:00PM | C |
Charity Live Auction Garden Court (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Anime Detour Staff Anime Detour would like to announce our annual Charity Auction will be donated to The American Red Cross once again to support the “Japan Relief” effort. The Charity Silent Auction will be held in Plaza 6 next to the Art Show from Friday (12:00pm – 8:00pm) through Saturday (8:00am – 8:00pm). There will be many rare autographed items available, as well as membership and hotel packages for Anime Detour 2013 for you to bid on. Also, thanks to how much everyone has contributed the last few years, our guests have placed a few priceless, one-of-a-kind items in the auction. The bidding will begin on Friday and continue through Saturday night when the Art Show closes. Some items will be on display only until the Live Auction. The Live Auction will be on Sunday at 12:30am in The Garden Court. See what offers we have brought this year! Come bid! See our wonderful Guests of Honor auction off these items for charity. Remember, all winning bids must pick up their items before the Art Show closes on Sunday between 8:00am and 12:00pm or the item will be forfeited and go to auction. The American Red Cross name is used with its permission, which in no way constitutes an endorsement, express or implied, of any product, service, company, individual or political position. For more information about the American Red Cross, please call 1 800 HELP NOW or email info@usa.redcross.org. Please help and donate for the support and help of all those affected by the tsunami in Japan.
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| 12:30PM – 1:30PM | R |
Funimation Garden Court (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Funimation The official Funimation panel has been cancelled, but Funimation will be making announcements in the Garden Court during the Charity Auction! Be there at 12:30pm. |
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| 1:00PM – 2:00PM | R |
AMV Contest Awards Plaza 4 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Anime Detour Staff The winners of Anime Detour 2012's AMV Contest are revealed at this special presentation! Stop by to see the winning entries or claim your prize if you've won! |
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| 1:00PM – 2:00PM | R |
Anime Feud Grand Ballroom (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Anime Detour Staff We surveyed a hundred anime fans, can you guess the most popular answers? Contestants will be chosen from the audience to compete for prizes! |
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| 1:00PM – 2:00PM | R |
Gender Roles Plaza 1 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Margo, Xana, Lara, Chris M. Join our discussion, now returning in its fourth year, surrounding all things gender in anime, manga, and nerd culture. |
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| 1:00PM – 2:00PM | R |
Improv 101 Plaza 2 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Evan M. This training session on the basics of improv comedy is REQUIRED if you want to be on stage for Anime Improv. So show up, k? |
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| 1:00PM – 2:00PM | R |
Japanese Lolita Fashion Atrium 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Eryn Sophia Open panel discussion about our likes/dislikes, experiences, and loves of the fashion! Audience participation encouraged. |
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| 1:00PM – 2:00PM | R |
Prosthetic Makeup, Or: How to Pick Your Nose Plaza 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Bill H. This will cover (with demonstrations) the basics of how to make or what to buy when you want to wear three-dimensional makeup. |
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| 1:00PM – 2:00PM | R |
Sew Your Own Chibi Plush! Atrium 6 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Jen-neko Join Jen-neko as she goes over step-by-step instructions on how to make your own chibi plush! Free instruction comic and pattern provided! |
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| 1:00PM – 2:00PM | R |
YGO: The Good, the Bad, and the Duelists Edina Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: AG, Maxwell, Racecar ATTENTION DUELISTS! The Trio is back for another year of Yu-Gi-Oh! shenanigans! Trivia, candy, and CARD GAMES ON MOTORCYCLES! IT'S TIME TO DUEL! |
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| 1:00PM – 2:45PM | V |
Arakawa Under the Bridge Atrium 8 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 13+, Say What?)) Obsessed with paying his debts, Ko Ichinomiya ends up promising more than he should to Nino, a lunatic who lives under a bridge. She and the other bridge-dwellers will turn his life upside-down! |
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| 1:00PM – 2:30PM | V |
Eden of the East: King of Eden Atrium 7 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 17+) Mr. Outside's deadly game continues, as Saki searches for Takizawa who disappeared after saving Japan from destruction. No one is safe yet, though, as the conspiracy grows. |
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| 1:00PM – 1:45PM | V |
Tsubasa RESERVoir CHRoNiCLE the Movie: The Princess in the Birdcage Kingdom Atrium 1 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, TV-PG) Sayoran and his friends travel to a kingdom encased in a gigantic cage. There, they must help princess Tomoyo defeat the evil usurper who wishes to corrupt the kingdom for his own ends. |
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| 1:45PM – 4:15PM | V |
Bakuman Atrium 2 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 13+) When artist Mashiro confesses to his crush, she proposes a bargain: He will become a manga artist and she will voice a character in an anime based on his manga. If that happens, she will marry him... |
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| 1:45PM – 4:15PM | V |
Rideback Atrium 1 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 14+) When an injury ruins Rin's stage career, she the Rideback Club, a club devoted to riding robotic motorcycles. Then, a revolution begins against the tyrannical government, and Rin's talents are needed. |
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| 2:00PM – 3:00PM | G |
Dominion: Intrigue Room 2203 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Benno Dominion: Intrigue card game demo |
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| 2:30PM – 3:30PM | R |
Anime Detour Postmortem Plaza 4 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Anime Detour Staff What went well? What could be improved and how? Looking for a feedback form? Show up here and express your opinion. |
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| 2:30PM – 4:00PM | R |
Anime Improv 3.0 Grand Ballroom (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Evan M. Anime Improv gets a makeover! It’s new! It’s improved! It’s insane! Wanna perform? You MUST attend Improv 101. |
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| 2:30PM – 3:30PM | R |
Fanfiction Contest Awards Atrium 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Heather B. Awards for the full-length fanfiction contest will be given out at this special panel. Writers and readers welcome! |
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| 2:30PM – 3:30PM | R |
Night Raid 1931 Plaza 2 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Chris Ayres, Greg Ayres, Josh Grelle Learn all about this new international thriller featuring Chris and Greg's mom. |
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| 2:30PM – 3:30PM | R |
Shin Megami Tensei Atrium 6 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Zakanakai, Aoriann He ho! Can you hear that? That's the sound of the world ending. Grab your envoker, pick a side, and remember: Peaceful Days are over. Let's Survive. |
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| 2:30PM – 3:30PM | R |
Shiny New Anime Bloomington Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Eric F., Jessi S. Come learn about the very best anime to be broadcast in Japan within the last year, from the panelists who've watched it! |
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| 2:30PM – 3:30PM | R |
Taking Overdone Cosplay and Making Them Cool Plaza 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: The Penguin Feel like you're seeing your character everywhere? Want to stand out? We'll discuss making props, using trends, and acting the part. Q&A and budget cosplay too! |
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| 2:30PM – 3:30PM | R |
The JET Programme Plaza 1 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Xana Find out about the Japan Exchange and Teaching Programme, the most prestigious English teaching exchange program in the world! |
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| 2:30PM – 3:30PM | R |
Unconventional Methods Of Cosplay Edina Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: T3H FIVE Giant pokéballs, cardboard cactuars, paper wings, horse heads? Impossible costumes, props, hair, and accessories made in the most unlikely ways! |
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| 2:30PM – 4:00PM | V |
Eden of the East: Paradise Lost Atrium 7 (DoubleTree)
(Dub, 17+) The Selecao make their final moves as the great game finally draws to a close. Who will emerge victorious in the endgame? |
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| 2:45PM – 4:30PM | V |
Squid Girl Atrium 8 (DoubleTree)
(Sub, 7+, Say What?) Squid Girl has had enough of mankind dumping all that garbage into the ocean. Her crusade to conquer the world will not be stopped! At least, once she gets out of debt to the Aizawa sisters... |
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| 4:00PM – 5:00PM | R |
Anime Fandom Nostalgia Hour Plaza 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Jessi S., Evan M. Join us as we revisit the days of small conventions, OVAs, VHS, and "fifth-gen" fansubs. Topics include what anime was hot, fandom then, and more. |
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| 4:00PM – 5:00PM | R |
Animorphs: The Return Atrium 3 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: DarkAlchemistNinja, Lady-Ra Animorphs is being re-released! Let's get together, discuss the story and possible continuations, what we liked/disliked, and maybe play a few games! |
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| 4:00PM – 5:00PM | R |
Anti-Bootlegs Panel Plaza 1 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Luraia, TimeFlux Take a stand against the bootleg anime industry! Bring your bootlegged items and we'll find a way to get rid of them! Learn to spot them and don't be fooled again. |
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| 4:00PM – 5:00PM | R |
Assassin's Creed: Detour Edina Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Lenore Nothing is true, everything is permitted. Do you live by the creed? Test your knowledge, play games, win prizes, and discuss the future of Ubisoft's flagship game. |
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| 4:00PM – 5:00PM | R |
Cosplay Q&A Knowledge Share Plaza 2 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: DeadLegato Ask questions to your fellow costumers and help answer their questions. What do you want to know? What cool tips can you share? |
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| 4:00PM – 5:00PM | R |
The Vocaloid Panel Atrium 6 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Zakanakai, Aoriann Welcome to the wonderful, musical, and virtual world of Vocaloid. The panel will consist of trivia, Q&A, and videos. But mostly videos. |
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| 4:00PM – 5:00PM | R |
This Panel Will Last Exactly 5 Minutes: A DBZ Panel Bloomington Room (DoubleTree)
Panelists: I-zuki, Shuu-san Planet-exploding fun filled with power-ups that last 5 episodes! Yep, we’re talking about Dragon Ball Z! You remember it, but does it hold up? Find out! |
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| 4:00PM – 5:00PM | R |
Werewolf Game Plaza 4 (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Hippo, ViVi Join us in lynching villagers and werewolves to keep Detour safe. |
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| 5:00PM – 6:00PM | R |
Closing Ceremonies Grand Ballroom (DoubleTree)
Panelists: Anime Detour Staff The staff thanks our guests, members, and especially our volunteers for a con well done. |
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