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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WELCOME TO JAFAX 2.0..............................
ABOUT JAFAX...............................................
RULES............................................................
JAFAX WEAPONS POLICY.............................
INCLUSION POLICY......................................
MAPS / EXHIBITION HALLS.........................
GUESTS.........................................................
MAIN EVENTS...............................................
SPECIAL EVENTS..........................................
GAMESHOWS................................................
GAMING.........................................................
PANELS.........................................................
CHARITY EVENTS.........................................
SPONSORS...................................................
PHOTOSHOOTS...........................................
BINGO...........................................................
AUTOGRAPH PAGE......................................
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WELCOME TO JAFAX 20!
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The big two-oh! In a lot of ways, it’s also two-POINT-oh; our 20th event brings some big and
exciting changes for JAFAX! After 17 wonderful years at Grand Valley State University, JAFAX
finally outgrew the Allendale campus and has moved to a new venue; the majestic DeVos Place
and Amway Grand Plaza hotel. This has enabled us to expand the event to three days, run 24-hour programming, bring in new guests, and host fantastic new events.
If you’re reading this, then you probably already know; this program has all kinds of useful information in it!
Read it! Rules to pay attention to are below, and on the following pages you’ll find maps, the schedule, and
descriptions of all the great stuff happening at JAFAX this year.
We have a great event for you this year! We’ve got a whole new venue this year, so pay attention to those
maps! Note that the tabletop gaming room and the anime screening rooms (which will also serve as overnight panel rooms) are in the Amway Grand, on the 2nd floor (Concourse level). The Maid Cafe is returning
this year, and will also be in the Amway Grand, downstairs in the Atrium Level. The rest of the programming, along with the exhibition hall, will be in the riverfront wing of the DeVos Place. Questions and feedback are welcome on our Facebook page (www.facebook.com/JAFAX), or on our forums (www.jafax.org/
forum).
Enjoy yourself, be safe, and see you again next year!
ABOUT JAFAX
JAFAX first launched in 1996 at Kendall College in Grand Rapids and for that first year was little more than
a few screening rooms that gathered about 150 people for single day. At the time, it was one of about ten
anime conventions in the nation, but, for the first time, West Michigan got the opportunity to meet and connect with the larger anime and Japanese culture fan community. From these humble beginnings, JAFAX
soon outgrew Kendall and moved to Grand Valley State University for JAFAX 3 in 1998. The event slowly
grew, finally exceeding 5,000 attendees for JAFAX 19, and after 17 excellent years at GVSU we once again
had to seek a new venue, moving to DeVos Place in downtown Grand Rapids.
Through the years JAFAX has grown to include industry guests, fan panels, contests, game shows, photoshoots, vendors, artists, and more! We are happy to have you join us in our next
chapter as we continue to grow and expand our show into a new three-day
and overnight format, with new guests and programming we have not been
able to bring to our attendees before.
Through all the changes, the mission of JAFAX has remained the same:
To celebrate Japanese art and visual culture, in an effort to enrich, enlighten, and educate among an atmosphere of entertainment; and to be
as accessible as possible to all ages and backgrounds. JAFAX is made
for fans, by fans, and our close-knit community of attendees is a great
place to meet new friends and engage with fellow otaku. At the same
time, JAFAX’s educational roots make it a fantastic place to discover
anime for the very first time.
RULES
General Rules for Everyone
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• No outside food is allowed in DeVos Place. You may bring an empty water bottle. Food options are
available inside both DeVos Place and the Amway Grand Hotel.
• Please report convention-related issues, comments, or suggestions to staff or volunteers. Let us know immediately if
your issue is an emergency requiring medical or law enforcement assistance.
• Harassment is not tolerated. Attendees are urged to report any issues of harassment to IRT staff as soon as possible.
Law enforcement may be contacted to investigate these situations if warranted.
• Illicit drugs, alcohol, or other intoxicants are forbidden on the premises. Anyone caught being publicly intoxicated in
the convention hall may have their badge revoked, and can be escorted from the premises.
• Parents, you are responsible for your kids! JAFAX does not provide any childcare services. Parents of children under
the age of 18 must sign a parental waiver for their children to attend JAFAX, and parents are expected to supervise children under the age of 13.
• Be courteous! Don’t do anything to someone else that you wouldn’t want done to you.
• No solicitation signs. This includes signs offering physical contact or anything asking for money. This does not include
signs that are part of a specific character costume.
• Attendees showing excessive nudity may be asked to cover up their outfit, or lack thereof. Body paint to replace shirts/
pants is not a costume and will not allowed into the event. JAFAX staff members have the final say in what is appropriate.
• Balloons or similar lighter-than-air props are not allowed inside DeVos Place.
• No smoking is allowed inside any of the convention buildings. Please keep 15 feet away from any entrance if smoking
outside.
• Do not create a safety hazard by blocking any of the building entrances or exits.
• Please obey all directions from staff, the IRT, or convention hall security. If you believe you have encountered an issue
with any of the rules or the security team, please inform JAFAX staff.
• By accepting a badge or participating in JAFAX at the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel or DeVos Place, you hereby agree that
your likeness may be used in photographs and/or advertising associated with JAFAX.
JAFAX WEAPONS POLICY
All participants and guests attending JAFAX must abide by the below policy and will be enforced by JAFAX staff or the
convention security team. Unapproved items may be confiscated.
The following rules apply to both attendees’ costume props and vendors’ wares at all times:
• BB, cork, airsoft guns, or any weapon that operates based on gas, spring or air are NOT allowed under any circumstances (even unloaded).
• Plastic toy guns that shoot foam projectiles (such as Nerf guns) are allowed, but must be brought to our IRT staff to be
peace-bonded.
• All prop guns must have orange-painted tips and/or otherwise be clearly marked and identified as fake. There must
not be any confusion that the prop might be considered real by others (especially the Grand Rapids Police).
• Metal blades or anything sharp (edged or pointed) are NOT allowed. Even if the blade isn’t sharpened. All prop melee
weapons must be wooden, foam or any soft material. Example: A Kunai from Naruto.
• If you are purchasing a blade from the Dealers Room, you must have the blade boxed, tied closed, and the purchase
must be taken immediately to your car or hotel room for the duration of the convention.
• Completely wooden implements are allowed. This includes canes, staffs, wands or practice swords such as bokken
and shinai.
• Of course, firearms and explosives of any kind (including fireworks) are NOT allowed, this includes weapons that were
real at one point (eg: the firing mechanism was removed).
INCLUSION POLICY
Our convention is proud to partner with the Federal Government and the State of Michigan in
supporting breastfeeding mothers. Mothers are encouraged to nourish their breastfeeding
children wherever works best for their family. We do provide an area (that is not a restroom) for
mothers who desire privacy.
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Below we have linked a copy of the Michigan breastfeeding antidiscrimination act for anyone who would like to review it.
http://www.legislature.mi.gov/documents/2013-2014/publicact/pdf/2014-PA-0197.pdf
We will make the best effort to get everyone going where they want to go and doing what they want to do. Our venue is
fully accessible, and we are prepared to offer further accommodation where needed.
We do not support harassment of any kind. Harassment includes, but is not limited to:
“Disrespectful, dismissive, or offensive verbal comments related to gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, religion, and family structure; Sexual images in public spaces,
deliberate intimidation, stalking, following, harassing photography or recording, sustained disruption of talks or other
events, inappropriate physical contact, unwelcome sexual attention, belittling one’s fandom or expression thereof, and
advocating for, or encouraging, any of the above behaviour.”
Participants asked to stop any harassing behavior are expected to comply immediately.
Please be advised that Devos Place features gender neutral family restrooms, and any attendee’s choice to use the
restroom that best suits their gender identification will be respected. If you have concerns about entering your choice of
restroom call (616)-606-3044 to request an ally escort.
If someone makes you or anyone elsefeel unsafe or unwelcome, please report it as soon as possible. Conference staff
can be identified by special badges, t-shirts, and/or armbands. Harassment and other code of conduct violations reduce
the value of our event for everyone. We want you to be happy at our event. When we get along, our event is a better place.
You can make a personal report by:
• Leaving a voicemail, or messaging our PR line: (616)-606-3044. This phone number will be continuously monitored for
the duration of JAFAX.
• Contacting a staff member, identified by STAFF badges, buttons, or shirts.
When taking a personal report, our staff will ensure you are safe and cannot be overheard. They may involve other event
staff to ensure your report is managed properly. Once safe, we’ll ask you to tell us about what happened. This can be
upsetting, but we’ll handle it respectfully, and you can bring someone to support you. You won’t be asked to confront
anyone and we won’t tell anyone who you are.
Our team will be happy to help you contact hotel/venue security, local law enforcement, local support services, provide escorts, or otherwise assist you to
feel safe for the duration of the event. We value your attendance.
JAFAX reserves the right revoke the badge of anyone failing to honor the letter
and spirit of these rules.
MAPS / EXHIBITION HALLS
Vendor’s Hall
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Dan Houser
James Dawsey
EXIT
Little Black Booth
MAPS / EXHIBITION HALLS
Vendor’s Hall
ENTRANCE
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MAPS / EXHIBITION HALLS
Artist Alley - Artists
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Quad One
Quad Two
T1 - Alayna Robinson - Miss Alaynious Creations
T2 - Sarah Kautzmann
T3 - Alexandra Page - Ganbatte Cosplay & Deosil
Designs
T4 - Corrine Roberts
T5 - Jaime Roznowski - Roze Studio
T6 - Tori Beckett - Roze Studio
T7 - Shawna Hubert - Snow Leopard Creations
T8 - Jamie Fironze - Yojambo
T9 - David Chester - Traditional Geek
T10 - Lily Cheng -CLIR Studio
T11 - Brenda Snell - Brenda Makes Things
T12 - Jordan Vohel - VohelArts
T13 - Christina Yuen - Christina L. Y
T14 - Will Jones
Quad Three
Quad Four
T15 - Megan Wernimont
T16 - Feeby Neko - Neko Creations
T17 - Rui Lang
T18 - linda Yan - Brownrabbits
T19 - Nancy Lang - Brownrabbits
T20 - Melissa Filkar - Longest Distance Art
T21 - Derek Padula - Dao of the Dragonball
T22 - Miyuka - Shiny Things
T23 - Filipina Romero - Fil Romero Art
T24 - Angela Price - Copper Hive Creations
T25 - Celeste Morningstar Copper Hive Creations
T26 - Brittany L. Zerkle - BeeZee Art
T27 - Page Hall - thumbcramps
T28 - Kevin Yan - Yanimater
MAPS / EXHIBITION HALLS
Devos Place
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MAPS / EXHIBITION HALLS
Amway Grand Plaza Hotel
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GUESTS / VOICE ACTORS
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Voice Actor. Writer. Musician. Comedian.
TYSON RINEHART
An avid gamer/nerd, Tyson started doing voice over work
with Funimation, and has progressed to ADR scripting as well. His
notable VO credits include: DARU in Steins;Gate, GEORG in Eureka Seven:AO, KAGIRI in Karneval, MATSUDA in High School DxD,
AUSTRALIA in Hetalia The Beautiful World, OIMO in One Piece, and
CABRAKAN in the game Smite. Various other work includes Black
Butler, Space Dandy, Deadman Wonderland, Michiko & Hatchin, as
well as HUGO and Freddie Mercury Titan in Attack on Titan.
His script credits include Attack on Titan, Aqaurion: EVOL, Karneval, Hetalia The Beautiful World, and High School DxD
New.
Brittney Karbowski began voice acting right out of high school at
ADV Films. She had so many great roles there it’s hard to know
where to start! She played Fuko in Gilgamesh, Mone in Yumeria,
Himeko in Pani Poni Dash, Aoba in Jinki Extend ,and Ayu in Kanon.
BRITTNEY KARBOWSKI
In 2007, she began working for Funimation playing Mai in My Santa.
Shortly after she played Apis in One Piece, Anri in Sasa
mi: Magical Girls Club, Ku in Shattered Angels, Sia in Shuffle,
and Nina in Save Me Lollipop.
In 2010, she landed the role of Black Star in Soul Eater. She also voiced Pride in Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood, Ryou
in Clannad, Yuri in AngelBeats, Ikaros in Heaven’s Lost Property, Nanami in Chaos Head, Eve in Needless, Yamada in B
Gata H Kei: Yamada’s First Time, Chizuru in Hakuoki, Mikoto in A Certain Magical Index, Wendy In Fairytale, Rin in Little
Busters,Himiko in Btooom, Manami in Cat Planet Cuties, Arisu in High School of the Dead, Cecilia in Infinite Stratos, Hitch
in Attack on Titan, Sanae in Love Chunibyo and Other Delusions, Aria in Akame Ga Kill, Migi in Parasyte the Maxim, Cecil
in Wizard Barristers, and the list just keeps on going!!
She spends her free time in Houston with her Husband Matthew and her daughter Edith. She would like to thank her
Husband, daughter, and the rest of her friends and family for being her support through it all. She also would like to thank
her fans because they are the BEST!
JAKE PAQUE
Jake Paque is an actor, voice actor, writer and producer. He’s best
known for playing Professor Sycamore on Pokémon, Dumon in Yugi-oh! Zexal and Caydan Phoenix in the video game Modern Combat
5. He also voices characters on Robin Hood: Mischief in Sherwood,
Super4, The New Adventures of Peter Pan, Angel’s Friends, Egyxos
and the video game Brothers In Arms as well as narrating for film,
television and audiobooks. Jake likes loud rock music, scary video
games, action figures and spaceships (both real and fictional).
SAMANTHA INOUE-HARTE
Samantha Inoue-Harte is an established and varied
Entertainment Industry veteran. First and foremost,
Samantha is a Producer and Partner at Animetropolis,
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a boutique transmedia studio that develops and produces compelling cross-cultural creative content with
partnering Japanese Anime studios. Animetropolis partnered
with IDA (International Digital Artists) as production partner and
lead animation unit for a Japanese/American co-produced CG-animated feature adaptation of Tailchaser’s Song, the acclaimed
best-selling fantasy novel by author Tad Williams.
Samantha is also an accomplished 16 year veteran as a voice actress in over 40 Japanese anime and Video game titles.
Samantha’s most recognized roles are in Kingsisle
Entertainment’s Pirate 101 and in Sony Online Entertainment’s DC Universe Online as Isis, Sakura Wars as Kohran Ri,
Magical Play as Pipin, and Final Fantasy Unlimited as the Chocobo and Cactaur. Her other titles include: City Hunter the
Motion Picture, Cosplay Complex, Dai Guard, Daphne in the Brilliant Blue, DearS, Devil Lady, Gatchaman, Getbackers,
Getter Robo, Gun Crazy, Happy Lesson, Jing: King of Bandits, Lost Universe, Mazinkaiser, Nadia, Negima!, New Fist of
the Northstar, Ninja Resurrection, Pumpkin Scissors, Queen Emeraldas, Sakura Diaries, Samurai X, Soul Hunter, Steam
Detectives, Tekken the Motion Picture, Trinity Blood, Wedding Peach, and Zone of the Enders.
Samantha has acted and has been a stunt worker in many on-camera features throughout Hollywood.
Samantha also dabbles in Gore FX makeup, which can be seen in Teeth, Predators, Shores of Another Sea, and American
Idol. And finally, is also an avid Cowboy Action Sharpshooter in her spare time.
AMY HOWARD-WILSON
& DAVID G. WILSON
Born in Detroit on May 28, 1955, proud graduate of The American
Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York City - Class of ‘75. In 1979, I
was working in the front office of the Weist-Barron School,
when I heard about auditions for the English dub for a new Japnese
animated series, which would eventually come to be known as Star
Blazers. I had the honor of being cast to dub the voice of Nova (Mori
Yuki) for Season 1 -The Quest For Iscandar and Season 2 - The
Comet Empire.
Years later, I met a long time fan, Jeff Thompson, who very kindly
asked me to dub the voice of Miranda in The Rules of Being 16 episode of The Irresponsible Captain Tylor OVA for RightStuf, Int’l.
In 1998, I met the man who would become my husband, David G. Wilson, III - at a con, of course! Born and raised in
Georgia, a devotee of anime since before it was known as anime, and known as Dave the Third to his friends! With a
passion for Japanese culture and history, Dave is especially keen on “old school” anime. He delights in sharing stories
and memories of the special days gone by, when changing the channel meant getting up and walking across the room!
We were married on October 14, 2000 and now share a beautiful home in Virginia with 5 fabulous felines.
Since 2002, I’ve been recording and producing audio books in my home studio and I’ve formed a family friendly, full service audio production company called Studio V.O.I.C.E., and coined a new title CVO (Chief Vocal Officer!).
ADAM WITHERS & COMFORT LOVE
Comfort Love & Adam Withers are the four-time Harvey
Award nominated husband-and-wife Action Faction
responsible for the critically acclaimed series The
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Uniques, Uniques Tales, and Rainbow in the Dark. They
are a 100% symbiotic duo sharing the writing, pencilling,
and coloring duties equally. Comfort and Adam are currently
finishing up work on a massive project for Random House before they
go back to The Uniques and start a webcomic called, The Kitty Game.
Before becoming full time self-published comic creators in 2008 they worked in the world of RPG artwork for companies
such as Palladium and Green Ronin. Comfort and Adam have also done work for Image’s Mice Templar, and IDW’s The
Dreamer. The duo live in Flint, MI with their two cats, Obi-Wan and Annie-kin and can frequently be seen walking up and
down the road talking about stories.
JAMES DAWSEY
James Dawsey has spent his entire life in fantasy worlds. He has
been a roleplaying game enthusiast since the mid-1970’s, as well as
a fan of comics, movies, and animation that takes him to fantastic
worlds where anything is possible. Now he publishes roleplaying games and supplements, as well as writing and (sometimes)
illustrating them. He took over Vigilance Press from Chuck Rice in
2011 and publishes over a hundred game supplements under that
imprint. Among other projects, Vigilance Press publishes the Tianxia
line of supplements for the Fate Core System Roleplaying game, as
well as the Rogues, Rivals & Renegades line for Mutants and
Masterminds.
James has also written for Green Ronin Publishing, contributing to their DC Adventures line and their Mutants and Masterminds Third Edition line. When he is able to fit it into his schedule, he also runs the Vigilance Press Podcast.
DAN HOUSER
Dan Houser is a professional illustrator who’s worked on several
award nominated table-top RPGs, children’s books, and his own
webcomic, Dipswitch. He’s the line artist for ICONS, the Superpowered Roleplaying Game, by Steve Kenson. Dan has been coming to
JAFAX for four years - he designed last year’s t-shirt, and he absolutely loves the JAFAX crew, the volunteers, and all the wonderful
guests who swing by his table. He will be doing commissions during
JAFAX weekend, and ICONS: The Assembled Edition will be on sale
as well at his table.
Dan and his wife Stephanie live in Wisconsin, with their two weird cats and a dumb dog named Bear.
In the year 20XX, two tiny animals found a pair of magical dice
and transformed into gross humans who rap. These two, Cliff
B and DJ Stuck Down A Mineshaft, rock the nerdcore hip-hop
subgenre with their rhymes about video games, tabletop roleplaying, Avogadro’s number, conventioneering, Boba Fett, the
future, the past, bleeps, bloops, etc.
2D6
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Listen:
- Nerds know a lot about words.
- Rappers must know a lot about words to succeed.
- QED, nerds are the best rappers.
Allow 2d6 to pelt you with candy as they rap at you.
Check out 2d6 @ 2d6music.com!
NOT READY FOR BANDAI PLAYERS
The Not Ready for Bandai Players (Josh, Kathleen, Doug,
and Dena) are a cosplay comedy troupe from central Illinois.
They got their start at Anime Central in 1999, and were a
regular fixture for several years, including filming the 10th
anniversary Masquerade opening video. They’ve since
stepped back from active performing, but maintain an online
presence, and have regularly run panels and contests at
JAFAX for the past several years.
MAIN EVENTS
The BIG SIGHT Dance
Saturday 9:00pm - 11:00pm
Ballroom C, Devos
Get lost in the music as JAFAX presents our first dance, featuring DJs spinning hits and
favorites throughout the evening.
DJ AAROCK returns to JAFAX with his hard pounding multigenre brand of party rocking! DJ AAROCK takes an EDM
styled dance party to a whole new level with the inclusion of K-pop, J-pop, Electro-Trap, Rock, Soundtracks and even a
few surprise hits in a nonstop sonic dance mix just for the musical geek in you. The party won’t have a chance to slow
down as DJ AAROCK keeps turning it up.
Rules for The BIG SIGHT Dance
1. No large bags, or similar carrying devices with multiple pockets are allowed. All bags, or similar carrying devices
must have no more than one pocket, and are subject to inspection. Small bags no larger
than 10x6x3 with secure closures are allowed after visual inspection of bag, and bag contents. IfJAFAX staff request
that a bag, or contents therein be removed, you must do so before being allowed intothe dance.
2. All prop, and weapon policies apply to the dance.
3. No food, or alcoholic beverages are allowed.
4. Please be respectful of your fellow attendees. This includes, no fighting, or unwanted physical contact.
5. The soap rule still applies. Be courteous, and make sure you are fresh.
6. DeVos Ballroom C has a capacity limit. Should the need arise, JAFAX staff will limit the number of attendees that
may enter the dance at any given point in time.
2D6 Session
Friday 9:30pm-11:00pm
2d6 is here to jam!! Strap on your spats and lace ‘em tight to prepare for high-energy nerd-themed
enjoyment with a lot of hyphenates! Otherwise, you know, your spats might blow off, and then you’d lose
your spats. No one wants to lose their spats!
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2d6’s rhymes are about the geekiest of geek topics: anime conventions, Boba Fett, Amedeo Avogadro, daikaiju, geek
girls, and the like. Do you like good times with others? What about high-energy parties? Stupid videos on big screens?
Silly hats? Do you enjoy eating candy? Do you just need a comfortable place to chill out and read some Dostoevsky?
THIS SESSION IS FOR YOU.
JAFAX AMV Contest
Saturday 10:30am-11:30am / Replay Sunday 11:30am - 12:30pm
Panel Room 1
Enjoy the latest Animated Music Videos from our talented creators! The grand contest and audience choice vote takes
place Saturday, and the contest will be rescreened on Sunday in Screening Room 3.
Maid Cafe
Saturday and Sunday
Atrium Room, Amway
Greetings and Salutations,
Please come to our cute and comfortable cafe, where you can enjoy delicious food and refreshing drinks.
Sit back and relax while you are served by friendly and courteous maids and butlers. Enjoy various table
games. Use fun props and take a picture with the maids and butlers of your choice.
SPECIAL PANELS
How to Con 7: Panel of the Year Edition
Main Stage (Ballroom D)
Friday 8:00pm-9:00pm
Conventions can be confusing, there are a lot of things that don’t always make sense. What’s a Masquerade, how is it
different from a Ball? Is Artist’s Alley in an ACTUAL alley? Why does the name of this panel have a subtitle, didn’t I go to
it six months ago, is this one better? I need to eat HOW many meals a day? Your friends at m-bro will answer all these
questions and more! Whether it’s your first con or your fiftieth you shouldn’t miss out! Learn, laugh, and level up at How
to Con 7!
JAFAX Presents: 20 Years of JAFAX
Panel Room 4
Sunday 9:30am-5:00pm
See JAFAX through the ages in an exhibit featuring historical photos, fliers, memorabilia, and other fascinating pieces curated by JAFAX staff. Presentations will be given by JAFAX Historian, Will.
JAFAX Presents: Guest Script Reading
Main Stage (Ballroom D)
Friday 6:30pm-7:30pm
GAMESHOWS
Anime Name That Tune
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Main Stage (Ballroom D)
Saturday 1:30pm-3:00pm
Think you know anime music? Well then join us for Anime Name That Tune, a chance to prove your knowledge of anime
music across all genres.
Let’s Make an Anime Deal/Closing Ceremonies
Panel Room 1
Saturday 2:30pm-3:30pm
A classic staple of JAFAX. A game show for everyone. If you can follow instructions, you could be a contestant in Door
Phil. There will be art, pop culture references, and prizes to be won. The only problem you will have is trying to figure out
which door to choose. Closing Ceremonies to follow.
Anime Jeopardy
Main Stage (Ballroom D)
Saturday 3:00pm-4:40pm
The Classic game of Jeopardy with an anime, and video game focus. Think you know your anime? Think you can go
head to head with your fellow otaku? Come flex your cranial muscle, or just sit back, and watch people struggle with
those daily doubles.
Anime Feud
Main Stage (Ballroom D)
Sunday 10:00am-11:30am
Similar to a tv show you may have heard of, but with a definite lack of Steve Harvey. Two teams of three people will compete head to head for the most points. All questions asked are answered by 100 people prior to the game. Are you a team
player? Do you know how your fellow con goers think? Test your mettle at Anime Feud.
Anime Pyramid
Main Stage (Ballroom D)
Saturday 10:00am-11:30am
A gameshow all about word association. Your goal is to get your partner to say certain anime and video game related
words. Pyramid is surprisingly fun to play, and even more fun to watch. If you haven’t seen a game of Pyramid, now is
the time.
Anime Pictionary
Main Stage (Ballroom D)
Sunday 1:30pm-3:00pm
Our special version of the classic game, Pictionary. Is it a circle? Is it a line?
Is it your favorite anime character? Two teams will compete to figure it out.
GAMING
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JAFAX Pokemon League
Gym Leader Challenge: Friday 2:00 - 8:00 PM, Saturday 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Pokémon League Tournament: Sunday 12:00 - 2:00 PM
Calling all Pokémaniacs! This year, JAFAX is proud to present an expanded Pokémon League event! Over the course
of Saturday and Sunday, hunt for and battle the JAFAX Gym
Leaders and claim their badges. Get all eight by Sunday, and
enter the Pokémon League Tournament, battling each other
for prizes and the title of Pokémon League Champion! Battle
and defeat the current Champion for an additional prize!
Open tabletop gaming
Tianxia: Blood, Silk & Jade game demos
Friday 8:00pm-10:00pm
Saturday 8:00pm-10:00pm
Sunday 10:00am-12:00pm
Join host and Game Master James Dawsey of Vigilance
Press for a 90-minute role-playing game tour of the world
of Tianxia! Choose from one of six pregenerated characters
and discover a world of Kung Fu-fueled adventure as Wuxia
heroes. We have room for up to six players, ages thirteen
and up, and first-time players are welcome!
Tianxia is powered by the Fate Core Roleplaying Game published by Evil Hat Productions, a narrative-focused game
system that rewards creative players and puts the power to
change your Fate in your hands. Remember, there can be no
second chance when Kung Fu is used for evil!
TOURNEMENTS
Saturday
Registration and warmup/casuals start at 10:00AM
Skullgirls registration deadline 10:30
Skullgirls 11:00-12:00
Street Fighter Registration deadline 11:30
Street Fighter 12:00-2:00
Mortal Kombat Registration deadline 1:30
Mortal Kombat 2:00-4:00
TCG Tournaments
We are happy to announce that BC Comix of Battle Creek is sponsoring TCG
Tournaments in the Tabletop Gaming Room. Magic: the Gathering, Force of
Will, Pokémon! See the Tabletop Gaming staff located at Pearl Room in Amway for more info!
PANELS
FRIDAY
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Why Marnie Was There (13+)
Panel Room 3
Friday 3:30-5:00 PM
Joan Robinson’s YA novel “When Marnie Was There” has never gone out of print--in Japan. It is the most recent anime
from Studio Ghibli. Patrick Drazen looks at why this British novel has been so popular in Japan for 50 years.
Super Dimensional Panel Macross
Panel Room 2
Friday 4:00-5:00 PM
Join us as we present the history of the Macross franchise from its early 80’s beginnings to up to today. Macross is one
of Japans most popular scifi franchises known for its unique blend of intense mech combat and wonderful inspiring
music.
Welcome To Beacon
Panel Room 1
Friday 4:00-5:00 PM
This is a mock school orientation for the world of RWBY. Come learn about student life at Beacon Academy. We will give
a rundown of life at Beacon with a few of your favorite characters. There will be fun, prizes, and hopefully a great time!
Muv-Luv Live! School Invasion Project (13+)
Panel Room 2
Friday 6:00-7:30 PM
In 2015, Muv-Luv raised $1.25 million in the biggest visual Kickstarter ever. This year, the games are coming out on
Steam and Vita, a spinoff anime is streaming, and people are asking: what the heck is Muv-Luv anyways? This session
will introduce you to the timelines of Muv-Luv, from the harem comedy of Extra to the sci-fi horror of Alternative. Along
the way, we’ll show how it ties in spinoffs like Schwarzesmarken, Total Eclipse, and even springs from the romantic
drama Rumbling Hearts.
Pokemon On and On
Panel Room 3
Friday 6:00-7:30 PM
Think you know how to be the best, like no one ever was? Well, you might just not know that Pokemon may in fact exceed
the idea of a trend. Come join for an analysis on how Pokemon has transcended popular culture tropes, and maybe win a
few prizes!
Stitch and B!+[#
Panel Room 4
Friday 6:00-9:00 PM
Whose Hetalia is it Anyway? (13+)
Panel Room 1
Friday 6:00-8:00 PM
A game of Whose Line is it Anyway? with Hetalia characters.
Script Reading with VO Guests (15+)
Main Stage
Friday 6:30-7:30 PM
Idol Live! Karafuru-Heart
Panel Room 3
Friday 7:30-9:00 PM
Have you ever wondered what a Japanese idol concert felt like? Karafuru-Heart is here to make your
dreams come true! Come join Chihiro and Sora as they sing and dance to popular Japanese music and bring
a live concert to JAFAX!
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Party Table Presents: Ghost Cop CPD (13+)
Friday 7:30-9:00 PM
Panel Room 3
Party Table had a baby, a baby born a ghost, and it’s hungry for JUSTICE! For the past few years we’ve given you a taste
of our Party Table Project, and now we want you to join us for the main course. Ghost Cop CPD Episode 1 and 2 will be
read live by the creators, Party Table.
Cosplay Preparedness: Not Ready for Bandai Players
Screening Room 3
Friday 8:00-9:00 PM
How to Con 7: Panel of the Year Edition
Main Events
Friday 8:00-9:00 PM
Conventions can be confusing, there are a lot of things that don’t always make sense. What’s a Masquerade, how is it
different from a Ball? Is Artist’s Alley in an ACTUAL alley? Why does the name of this panel have a subtitle, didn’t I go to
it six months ago, is this one better? I need to eat HOW many meals a day? Your friends at m-bro will answer all these
questions and more! Whether it’s your first con or your fiftieth you shouldn’t miss out! Learn, laugh, and level up at How
to Con 7!
JAFAX Idol
Panel Room 1
Friday 8:00-10:00 PM
Hear the best anime tunes performed by the JAFAX community in our first Idol competition! If you love to sing along with
anime themes and rock out to Japanese bands and Vocaloid songs, have fun performing a treasured song or two…and
root for your favorite singers from the audience. You are welcome to sing in Round 1, and the judges will pick 8 finalists
to compete in Round 2. The top 3 singers win prizes! Singers, please arrive 10 minutes early with your karaoke track on
CD, mp3, or phone.
Cosplay 101: Getting Started
Panel Room 2
Friday 9:00-10:00 PM
Are you new to the cosplay world and thinking to yourself “Gee wiz! I sure wish I could cosplay. But I never even passed
my home ec class in high school. What am I to do????” Have no fear, my dear, for Moxie Makes is here! In this panel, I’ll
teach you how to get started, and how to have fun while doing it!
Miko: Japan’s Magical Girls (13+)
Screening Room 3
Friday 9:00-10:30 PM
Magical Girls are a staple of manga and anime, but only miko--Shinto priestesses--can be found alive and practicing
their craft in Japan. The magical powers of these shrine maidens in the pop culture are based on their real-life temple
duties. The best known include Sailor Mars, Kagome and Kikyo of “InuYasha” and Key the Metal Idol.
Armour Academy: Chainmail!
Panel Room 4
Friday 9:30-10:30 PM
Want to learn how to make chainmail? Well good news! It’s not that hard!
In this panel, we will teach the traditional European four-in-one weave, used for armor from the Roman
Empire through middle ages, and send you home with a small piece forged by your own hands!
There will be a ten dollar materials fee to participate in this panel, but any may observe for free!
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A Sonic Journey with DJ AAROCK
Panel Room 1
Friday 10:00-11:00 PM
Take a sonic journey with DJ AAROCK, one of the nation’s more readily known Asian Pop Music DJs, Artist Manager, and
Asian event promoters!
His is a musically inspired story about rocking on stage and in studio with some incredible Asian pop music artists and
how he came to love DJing from a very young age. Hear how his love for golden age Hip Hop led to him welcoming the
sound of Anime soundtracks and Asian pop music into his extensive library of sound which includes everything from a
1939 Duke Ellington Album to today’s top western and eastern hits. He comes with plenty of knowledge of DJing, music
and fun stories to tell about working with people like Jay Park, Shing02, Yoko Ishida, Psychic Lover Salia, Substantial,
Blush and much more. Join DJ AAROCK for some fun times, music and more!
Tales of Con Horror!!!! (18+)
Main Stage
Friday 10:00-11:00 PM
Sami has been going to cons since...the 80’s (some of ya’ll weren’t even born yet!) and has experienced cons as both an
attendee and as a guest....and boy....are there some tales to tell. Pull up a chair, bring yourself a drink, and be prepared to
laugh your butt off. This panel might get rowdy. ;) ID needed for entry.
Shipping 101 (18+)
Panel Room 2
Friday 10:30 PM-12:30 AM
Join all your fellow shippers. As we will discuss the different types of ships, and have some fun with it. ID needed for
entry.
Transformers: The IDWverse
Screenin Room 3
Friday 10:30 PM-12:00 AM
IDW publishing has had the icon franchise for over 10 years now. That’s a lot of comics to read! Come to the panel and
look at the good, the bad, and what you need to be reading in order to understand the more adult take on some of these
classic characters.
Travis Touchdown Presents: The Hidden Gems of Suda51 (18+)
Panel Room 2
Saturday 12:30-1:30 AM
Video game developer Suda51 (aka Goichi Suda) is best known for games like No More Heroes, Killer7, and Lollipop
Chainsaw. He’s also known for making these games wacky, action-packed, humorous, and often just plain weird. Come
learn about some of his lesser-known games, and answer some trivia presented by host Travis Touchdown – there may
even be prizes in store! ID needed for entry.
Yaoi Hands and Heteronormitivity: A Yaoi Trope Panel (18+)
Screening Room 3
Saturday 1:30-3:00 AM
Do you like yaoi? Do you hate how many tropes there are to sort through? Come join a conversation on how some of
these tropes contribute to ideas of heteronormitivity, and, on a less serious note, how these tropes shape the yaoi characters we love! ID needed for entry.
SATURDAY
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Cosplay 911! Fixing Last Minute Costume Malfunctions
Panel Room 2
Saturday 10:00-11:00 AM
It’s the night before the con (well, more like the morning of....) and you’ve just finished your cosplay! But, oh no! You get
there and within two seconds that prop you spent hours on has completely crumbled to the ground! What are you to do?
Dry those tears and chin up! The day is not lost! In this panel, we’ll go over quick fixes for costume malfunction and the
basics that all cosplayer should always carry on them in case such events come to pass.
Everything Ghibli
Panel Room 2
Saturday 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Everything Ghibli: A look back at the masterpieces of studio ghibli! Have you seen every movie so far made? Have you
missed out on your future favorite movie ever? Find out as we take a look at their epic works from Nausicaa to When
Marnie was There.
Iron Chef Cosplay: Not ready for Bandai Players
Panel Room 4
Saturday 10:30-12:30 PM
Consider yourself an expert cosplay maker? Then take the Iron Chef Challenge... for cosplay! Hosted by Not Yet Ready
for Bandai Players, they will give a theme and contestants will have to assemble an entire cosplay in the allotted time
from the materials provided. And when time is up, the cosplayers are put to the judge’s inspection. A-la cosplay!
Prop Making
Panel Room 3
Saturday 11:00 AM-12:00PM
Learn the basics of prop making, learn the tools and tips and tricks that will get you started making your own awesome
props.
ADR Scriptwriting w/ Tyson
Main Stage
Saturday 12:00-1:00 PM
Study Abroad in Japan with JCMU!
Panel Room 3
Saturday 12:00-1:00 PM
Have you ever wanted to go to Japan to learn Japanese language and culture, but not sure how? Are you a current or
prospective college student considering study abroad? If you answered “yes” to either of these questions, then come
check out our panel discussing the various study abroad programs offered by the Japan Center for Michigan Universities
(JCMU)!
We will discuss various topics, including: how to find the right program for you, ways to fund your experiences, how to
apply, and more.
Evolution of Swordsmanship (13+)
Panel Room 2
Saturday 12:30-1:30 PM
This panel is a look at the evolution and culture of swordsmanship from the beginning of the samurai until the meiji
period.
Gotta know it all: Pokemon Trivia Panel!
Panel Room 1
Saturday 12:30-2:30 PM
Do you think you know everything there is to know about the pokemon series? Test your knowledge of all
things pokemon in this fun and informative trivia game! We’ll also be giving away prizes! Questions will
cover everything from the pokemon games, anime, and even the trading card game!
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Asian Ball Jointed Dolls 101 (13+)
Panel Room 3
Saturday 1:00-3:00 PM
Ever wonder about those dolls that you see being carried around then this panel is for you. Learn about their history
where to acquire one and what to do after you get one.
Kickin’ It Old School - Star Blazers Style - with Amy Howard Wilson
Panel Room 4
Saturday 1:00-2:00 PM
Come and share your memories of this classic anime series with Amy - the
voice of Nova in “The Quest For Iscandar” & “The Comet Empire” - who will
also share tips and advice for breaking into the wild and whacky business
of voice acting!
Anime Name That Tune
Main Events
Saturday 1:30-2:30 PM
Think you know anime music? Well then join us for Anime Name That Tune, a chance to prove your knowledge of anime
music across all genres.
What on earth is Osomatsu-san? (13+)
Panel Room 2
Saturday 1:30-2:30 PM
Come learn about just what exactly Osomatsu-san is about, featuring your hosts, the Matsuno brothers!
Homestuck is My Favorite Anime! (13+)
Panel Room 2
Saturday 2:30-4:00 PM
Why was Act 7 a literal anime? And why did everyone blow up about Homestuck shirts being at Hot Topic in the anime
section? Come talk about how Homestuck connects to anime, and join us in a big discussion about the fandom and the
comic, and maybe win a few prizes too!
Interactive What?
Panel Room 4
Saturday 2:30-4:00 PM
Are you ready to take your cosplay to the next level? Now you can do more than just look like your favorite character....
you can be them! Whether you do interactive cosplay all the time or you are just curious to find out what its about, this
is the panel for you. We will be giving interactive cosplay tips, sharing stores and playing games to practice being in
character. Don’t let your interactive cosplay dreams be dreams! You can do it!
Let’s Make A Hero! with Adam & Comfort
Panel Room 1
Saturday 2:30-3:30 PM
Everybody loves a hero – they’re the characters you root for and the people you want to be. Six-time Harvey Award
nominated husband and wife action faction Comfort Love and Adam Withers lead this seminar in two parts: first, you’ll
learn what makes great heroes in both writing and in art. Then, Comfort & Adam will invite the audience to participate in
creating a new hero which will be designed and drawn Live.
Yona of The Dawn Happy Hungry Bunch
Panel Room 3
Saturday 3:00-4:00 PM
An exciting ask and trivia panel featuring the characters from the emotional and exciting anime: Yona of
the Dawn.
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Intro to Voice Acting with Jake Paque:
Panel Room 2
Saturday 4:00-5:00 PM
Jake (VA: Pokemon, Yu-gi-oh!, Winx Club) will breakdown some of the basics of voice acting, both the art and the craft.
From discovering your voice to microphone mechanics, you’ll get a peek into the booth and the daily life of a voice actor.
Questions are welcome and time permitting attendees will get a chance to participate by voicing a few lines of character
dialogue!
Physical movement for voice acting
Panel Room 1
Saturday 4:00-5:00 PM
Voice acting isn’t always about making weird voices. It’s about timing, learning to make your body create sounds that it
normally can’t through body movement....in a very constrained sound booth.
Tapping Slapping Stomping Rhythm Maniacs: A Bemani Panel 8rd Mix -TEST LOCATIONPanel Room 3
Saturday 4:00-5:00 PM
Beatmania entered arcades in 1997 and ushered in a new generation of rhythm games. While Dance Dance Revolution
might be the most well known entry in Konami’s famous Bemani series, there are over a dozen other games you may
have never played, or even heard of! Join us as we celebrate the history of the series that keep us going back to the
arcade. Let’s talk about the lasting legacy of the classics, get excited for the new generation, and maybe someone can
finally tell me what the heck a Paseli is. (This panel may be cancelled because Konami Will Sue)
Death Note Mafia
Panel Room 4
Saturday 4:30-7:30 PM
Death Note characters take the roles of this interpretation of the party game where you must work with a team who
could betray you at any time. In each round, the randomly chosen Kira anonymously removes a player, then all remaining
players deliberate who should be sacrificed in the hopes of eliminating Kira. The rules will be explained, so prior knowledge of the game and the series is not necessary. Can the investigators defeat Kira without falling prey to the Death
Note?
Creating Content in the Digital Age with Jake Paque
Panel Room 2
Saturday 5:00-6:00 PM
A panel on getting things made and distributing them via the INTERNET!!! Jake has experience developing and producing
digital video content, blogs and podcasts. In the panel we’ll discuss the creative process, collaborating with other artists,
releasing content and even workshop a few ideas people bring in!
History of Anime Fandom in the US, 1984 - 2016
Panel Room 3
Saturday 5:00-7:00 PM
For younger fans, learn all about how anime fandom as a culture came into existence. For older fans, bring your nostalgia goggles and let’s talk about fandom before that internet fad started. For everyone young, old and in between, come
have a great time talking about how this all started and where it’s all going!
Sex and the Single Pig: Porco Rosso (13+)
Panel Room 1
Saturday 5:00-6:30 PM
With the 25th anniversary of this Hayao Miyazaki masterpiece, Patrick Drazen looks at what makes this
Studio Ghibli’s most “adult” film.
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Velvet Room: The Final
Panel Room 1
Saturday 6:30-8:00 PM
Open the door. Get in the limousine. Enter the cell. Leave reality behind this weekend and journey through the sea of the
soul. Join us as we reach out to the truth behind the Persona series! From the original Revelations, the current Social Era,
and the days ahead with those who would Steal our Hearts, let’s come together and learn more about the themes that
make this franchise so much more than just another rote RPG. Be sure to see it for your True Self.
An American Analyzation of Japanese Game Development and Design
Panel Room 3
Saturday 7:00-8:30 PM
Take the plunge with Backroom Games as we explore the classic Japanese design elements that have influenced developers for decades.
JAFAX Idol Finals
Panel Room 2
Saturday 7:00-8:00 PM
Hear the best anime tunes performed by the JAFAX community in our first Idol competition! If you love to sing along with
anime themes and rock out to Japanese bands and Vocaloid songs, have fun performing a treasured song or two…and
root for your favorite singers from the audience. You are welcome to sing in Round 1, and the judges will pick 8 finalists
to compete in Round 2. The top 3 singers win prizes! Singers, please arrive 10 minutes early with your karaoke track on
CD, mp3, or phone.
Voice Actor Q&A
Main Events
Saturday 7:00-8:30 PM
Now’s your chance! We’ve lined up all of our voice actors and industry guests so that you can ask them all the questions
you want to know!
Armour Academy: Scale Armour!
Panel Room 4
Saturday 8:00-9:00 PM
Since the dawn of time, scale armor has been the coolest of all the armors. And now you too can learn how to make it! In
this panel, we will teach the basic art of scale mail weaving, and send you home with a small piece of scale armor forged
by your own hands!
There will be a fifteen dollar materials fee to participate in this panel, but any may observe for free!
The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly: Anime to Live Action Adaptations (13+)
Panel Room 2
Saturday 8:00-9:30 PM
Come watch some scenes and trailers from some of the best, worst, and most cringe-worthy live-action adaptations of
our favorite, and maybe not-so-favorite, anime, followed by a discussion of what makes these adaptations good or bad.
Try your luck at maybe winning a prize too!
Metagame Zero: Obnoxious Subtitle That is Not Indicative of the Panels Actual Purpose or Quality
Panel Room 1
Saturday 8:00-9:30 PM
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Which game had a better soundtrack, Jet Set Radio or SSX3? Which game made you feel more in control,
Kingdom Hearts or Madden 2015? Which game is simply superior, Chrono Trigger or Gears of War? Join us
this weekend as we answer all these questions and more at The Metagame! The first/last/only/best video game
debate panel arrives to JAFAX and our hosts are ready to settle schoolyard disputes as they go toe to toe in a game,
ABOUT games. With a limited pool of titles our competitors must select a title that best answers a particular question,
and then they are given two minutes to support their answer through debate, an impassioned speech, and even one time,
interpretive dance. After our pros settle the score the audience will be invited to go head to head with our hosts, or each
other! Don’t just have opinions about games, be proven right in front of an entire audience!
2D to 3D: Making Fantasy Reality
Panel Room 3
Saturday 8:30-10:00 PM
Want to make a complicated cosplay but don’t know how to start? I don’t blame you! It can be difficult to take what
exists in fiction and translate it into the real world. But it can be done! For the most part.... Come join me to learn how to
plan, prep, and create amazing cosplay of your very own.
Party Table Presents: Are You a Great Senpai?! (13+)
Main Events
Saturday 8:30-10:00 PM
Party Table is here to party with you! How will we party? By hosting a game show of course! Contestants will be chosen
from the audience to answer a series of questions. Get those questions right to win some cool prizes! Are you the best
senpai? Are you too kawaii to live? Are you too sugoi to die? Prove it on the field of love and battle!
Shuumatsu Summer Party! ♢ Idols at Home
Panel Room 2
Saturday 9:30-11:00 PM
Do you like Idol groups, Idol animes, or Idol games? A Michigan based group “Shuumatsu Candy” is bringing the experience of a Japanese idol event to you. Experience live dancing and singing covers based off of your favorite idol idols with
a summer theme! Let’s have fun! ♢
Armour Academy: Japanese Ring Mail!
Panel Room 4
Saturday 9:00-10:00 PM
We will teach the basics of traditional Japanese-style Kusari weaving, a type of armor both similar to and notably different from western Chainmail. We’ll teach you the basic So Kusari and Hana Kusari weaves, and send you home with a
small piece forged by your own hands!
There will be a ten dollar materials fee to participate in this panel, but any may observe for free!
All About Hetalia (18+)
Panel Room 1
Saturday 9:30-11:30 PM
Hello fans, welcome to the world that is Hetalia Axis Powers. Come talk to Nations of the show/manga, ask questions in
or out of character, play a game of truth or dare with the Nations and have fun learning about the show and characters.
We hope to see you there and have fun with you all. ID needed for entry.
Critical Hits: Your Favorite Video Game Sucks -Extra Spicy Edition- (18+)
Panel Room 3
Saturday 10:30-11:30 PM
Everyone has a game they love, a game without fault, a game that is simply perfect. I have some bad news, that game
is TERRIBLE. From Chrono Trigger to Call of Duty we’ll tear apart your favorites, you just might learn our favorite games!
Bring your best because we’re going to be bringing our worst. Just remember to leave your feelings at the door, we hate
your games, but we love you! ID needed for entry.
Party Table Presents: Pictionary After Dark (18+)
Screening Room
Saturday 10:30 PM-12:00 AM
Party Table and the family friendly game of Pictionary, what could possibly go wrong? Oh ho, a whole lot.
Join us for a “mature” game of guess that weirdly shaped doodle where the audience will decide what sick
twisted things need to be guessed by our contestants. It’s Pictionary, but for awful people. ID needed for entry.
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A Perspective on Hentai (18+)
Screening Room 3
Saturday 11:30-12:30 PM
We don’t want to give it away, but come join for this lecture-based panel on what hentai does for an already overtly sexualized society. (Bonus prizes if you know what the term “postfeminist” means!) ID needed for entry.
Yaoi After Dark (18+)
Screening Room 3
Sunday 12:30-2:30 AM
Need a little yaoi in your life, but can’t decide were or what to start? Here the panel for you! From cute/soft
to hard to oh my god, and wait that yaoi? Will be going over anime, manga, games and other things giving
people choices on what we’ve at least seen done for the ones to shy to look into it themselves. ID needed for entry.
SUNDAY
Godzilla: Still King of the Monsters
Panel Room 2
Sunday 9:30-11:00 AM
Welcome old fans and new to the annual tribute to the film legend himself. Come and watch the best and worst of Big
G’s career. Come and bring your Kaiju knowledge and win candy. Courtesy of www.thegiganticproject.com
Nerd Chapel Sunday Morning Service
Panel Room 1
Sunday 10:00-11:00 AM
Nerd Chapel presents our nerd friendly Sunday morning Christian worship service featuring worship and a nerd friendly
Bible based message.
Mythological Archetypes in anime
Panel Room 2
Sunday 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
Mythological stories from all over the world share a number of common patterns and archetypes. Join us as we explore
how anime, one of humanity’s newest storytelling mediums, incorporates the same themes as our oldest.
The Wide World of Sports Anime! (13+)
Panel Room 1
Sunday 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
Think you know everything about sports anime? Did you know there was a sumo wrestling sports anime?! Come talk
with a bunch of nerds about your favorite guys playing some ball... and maybe learn about queer-baiting too.
“Anime Old Fogies.” with David Wilson
Panel Room 1
Sunday 12:00-1:00 PM
Remember when changing the channel meant getting up and walking across the room? Or wrapping aluminum foil
around the antenna to get the picture to come in clearer? Dave III does, too!!! An anime aficionado from the old school,
Dave delights in sharing stories and memories of anime in “the before time”… Come and share yours too!
Cold Reading for Anime workshop (13+)
Main Events
Sunday 12:00-1:00 PM
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Voice actors don’t get chances to practice or to pre-read a script when they walk into a soundroom. Voice
Actors have to know how to Cold Read. What is Cold Reading? It’s when you are given a script and you are
expected to act out the parts you are given in a convincing way without practicing. This workshop will allow
audience members to be given parts of scripts to cold read. There will be attention to character development, anunciation, diction, and everything else you could think of to help you learn the basics to cold reading.
One Knight Stand (A Jojo’s Bizarre Pannel) (13+)
Panel Room 2
Sunday 12:00-1:00 PM
A simple panel about a not so simple manga series involving vampires, ultimate beings, physical manifestations of a
persons soul; and posing.
Devil’s in the Details: Embellishing Your Cosplay
Panel Room 2
Sunday 1:00-3:00 PM
Want to take your cosplay to the next level? Let me show you how! In Devil’s in the Details, we take a look at what turns
a good cosplay into a great one. We’ll go over attention to detail in all aspects of your costume including accessories,
props, and styling. Areas we will cover include makeup, weapons and armor, and different styles of cosplay.
Let’s Make A Villian! with Adam & Comfort
Panel Room 1
Sunday 1:00-2:00 PM
Creating great villains is essential for making great stories – whether you love their every appearance or just love to hate
them. Six-time Harvey Award nominated husband and wife action faction Comfort Love and Adam Withers lead this
seminar in two parts: first, you’ll learn what makes great villains in both writing and in art. Then, Comfort & Adam will
invite the audience to participate in creating a new villain which will be designed and drawn live.
How Hatsune Miku Ruled the World
Panel Room 1
Sunday 2:00-3:00 PM
Ever wondered what /is/ UP with that blue haired girl with the overly long pigtails and robotic voice? Come join for a
history of Miku and all of her other Vocaloid friends- from the program to the games!
Brittany Karbowski Q & A
Panel Room 1
Sunday 3:00-4:00 PM
Tyson Rinehart Talks Axis & Allies Strategies
Main Stage
Sunday 3:00-4:00 PM
Tyson will chat about shows that he has done, music, movies or anything else you want to talk to him about.
Are you killing your fandom? (13+)
Panel room 2
Sunday 3:30-5:30 PM
Are you a bad fan? Come out and find out the bad behaviors that fans do that give the rest of the community a bad
name. You’ll see some of the worse news stories from the year, all done in the name of fandom
The Best Games You’ve Never Played: Generation 7 Japanese All-Stars
Panel Room 1
Sunday 4:30-5:30 PM
Wait wait wait! Don’t box up your PS3, 360, or Wii just yet, there are still some amazing games you might have yet to play,
or maybe have never even heard of! Join m-Bro this weekend as we discuss some of the most phenomenal and under
loved Japanese games from the seventh console generation, you might just walk out with a new game to play!
PHOTOSHOOT
Photoshoots are casual gatherings of cosplayers who are all dressed from the same show, game, manga,
or theme. Cosplayers, photographers, and general attendees are encouraged to participate! Whether you
are dressed up, want pictures, or just want to see your favorite characters in action. Photoshoots are a
great place to meet new people and have a lot of fun interacting with your fellow cosplayers.
Friday (Riverfront Plaza):
6:00 PM – Life is Strange
7:00 PM – Naruto
8:00 PM – Rare/Obscure/Original
9:00 PM – Fairy Tale
Friday (Ampitheater):
6:00 PM – Lolita
7:00 PM – Sports Anime
8:00 PM – Soul Eater
9:00 PM – Tokyo Ghoul
Saturday (Riverfront Plaza):
11:00 AM – Pokemon
12:00 PM – Digimon
1:00 PM – Rare/Obscure/Original
2:00 PM – Disney
3:00 PM – JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure
4:00 PM – Homestuck/MSPA
5:00 PM – Avatar LAB/LoK
6:00 PM – One Piece
7:00 PM – Video Games
8:00 PM – Marvel Comics
9:00 PM – Attack on Titan
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Saturday (Ampitheater):
11:00 AM – Axis Powers Hetalia
12:00 PM – Final Fantasy/Kingdom Hearts/Square Enix
1:00 PM – DC Comics
2:00 PM – Western Animation
3:00 PM – Kantai Collection
4:00 PM – Tokusatsu/Sentai/Power Rangers
5:00 PM – Black Butler
6:00 PM – Shojo Manga
7:00 PM – Undertale
8:00 PM – Zombies!
9:00 PM – Horror Animation/Games/Manga
Sunday (Riverfront Plaza):
11:00 AM – One Punch Man
12:00 PM –RWBY
1:00 PM – SuperWhoLock
2:00 PM – Welcome to Night Vale
Sunday (Ampitheater):
11:00 AM – Sailor Moon
12:00 PM – Steampunk
1:00 PM – Kigurumi
2:00 PM – Adventure Time
CHARITY EVENTS
Michigan Blood - Blood Drive
Panel Room 3
10:00 AM to 3:00 PM on Sunday (walk-ins welcome)
Blood: Essential to life.
We are proud to partner with MI Blood to bring JAFAX’s first blood drive to our attendees.
The 100 Tables Project
The 100 Tables Project is a charity local to West Michigan and
gives back to our local community also. The 100 tables project
was an Artprize 2015 participant. We are pleased to have them
join us as our featured charity in our Dealer Room this year!
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SPONSORS
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SPECIAL THANKS TO
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AUTOGRAPHS
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