Being a new show, the organisers wanted to try to be everything to everybody, hosting a wide range of exhibits and events relating to comics, games, manga/anime, cult film & television, spec-fic, general pop culture fandom, &c. My little table was nearby a small group of other (larger) comics-related stands, and areas dedicated to relevant workshops and signings, but some people I spoke to had hoped to find more stuff related to independent comics creators – the fundamental aspect of comics culture that was rather under-represented there. On Sunday evening, one of the organisers told me that they want to make the show more about comics in the future – so we can hope that they will build upon the experience of running a solid fan show and provide more for readers seeking comics next time.
(The convention was also twinned with a videogames event, Good Game, that took place in the next building; visitor passes provided entrance to both events. I didn't check out this section – I felt I'd already had my fill of digital gaming events after attending the previous weekend's excellent Pixel Heaven show, and Warsaw Games Week back last October – but I enjoyed the tabletop gaming stalls in the Comic-Con building.)
Infinite thanks to Iza Ś. for keeping me company for the whole show, and helping me in countless ways (including sharing the burden of wrapping krówki – see above – which was her idea, as an edible 'business card' and a little giveaway for passing guests).
