GalaxyCon Info and Roll Call: December 1st -December 3rd, 2023 (Columbus, OH)

[MaxImpactGaming]

My boots will be on the grounds! Please confirm me for this event. Not sure how to edit the Google sheets doc but I am willing to take some shifts at the booth if possible.

 

[Negativecacti]

Hopefully we'll have a good turn out this year again

 

[marinesniper]

put me in as tentitive for right now, i am trying to get some of the kids parents to go and take the kids that have been working on their armor with me so they can show them off. so i should be there but may not get to work the booth if the kids go. if they dont then i will sign up to work the booth. but for sure i will be there........

 

[N8TEBB]

Hopefully we'll have a good turn out this year again

anything more than 2 is a good turn out for me!

 

[TheGamingAce]

Went last year and had a blast, as long as I can get my suit done(printer is throwing a fit recently) I will definitely be there. Kinda have to since the Chief himself will be there too.

 

[SSGLordElmo]

Put me down for tentative. Need to do some minor repairs on my armor, but should be good by then.

 

[Emp Frosty]

Tentative

 

[SnakeandNape]

Tentative have to wait closer to the event to see if I can get the time off, but shouldn't be a problem.

 

[N8TEBB]

I really haven't responded to this yet? Put me down as boots on ground! at least for the saturday

 

[Negativecacti]

What time do yall plan on setting up? I plan on leaving Thursday night after work and I could help Friday morning if things need to be finished

 

[SpartanSweed]

Might as well put me down for confirmed, I’ll be there through hell or high water

 

[N8TEBB]

through hell or high water

I mean that's just ohio but ok
XD

 

[Littlefoot1221]

Tentative

 

[Negativecacti]

Are we getting comp passes again this year or will have to buy our own? Either way I'm gonna work the booth again

 

[NobleofDeath16]

Complimentary passes will be provided.

 

[SSGLordBert]

Put me down as confirmed BOOTS ON THE GROUND!! Hoorah!!!

 

[SSGLordElmo]

COMFIRMED BOOTS ON THE GROUND!!! Let's freaking go!!

 

[SSGLordErne]

Confirmed boots on the ground!

 

[Negativecacti]

Complimentary passes will be provided.

Can you swap me over to confirmed to be there? I wouldn't of mattered if I had to buy a ticket or not.

 

[ZeldaCat]

We have had an official event appearance request from the event runners of GalaxyCon of Columbus, Ohio!

Description: Date: December 1st through December 3rd, 2023. (Condensed: 12/01/2023 - 12/03/2023)

Location: Greater Columbus Convention Center,

400 North High St
Columbus, OH 43215
( Google Maps )

Event Website: GalaxyCon Columbus
Approximate Number of Attendees
20,000

"GalaxyCon Columbus is More Than a Comic-Con! It’s a 3-Day FESTIVAL OF FANDOM with celebrities, artists, writers, voice actors, cosplayers, entertainers, creators, wrestlers, fan groups, panelists, and PEOPLE LIKE YOU!"

Local Hotels:

1. Hyatt Regency Columbus
2. Hilton Columbus Downtown

Final Thoughts:

Our first time at the event was a swimming event, and the event runners would love to have us back this coming year as a reoccurring part of their event! I will get more details as the event gets closer for passes and booth schedule as we are in the progress of planning revamps for future booths! Please let me know if there is any info event veterans would like me to obtain ahead of time.

Confirmed "Boots on Ground":

- CherriDragon
- NobleofDeath16
- Fallen
- Cadet
- Wayward Flood
- JTF4
- Nico Fett
- Rosebud
- SSGLordBert
- SSGLordErne
- SSGLordElmo
- Negativecacti

Tentative Responses:

- @AffinRoadster
- Off Earth
- z XJ z
- ixRainShadowxi
- Wayward Flood
- Wicked Demon 15
- N8TEBB
- SnakeandNape


Badge Purchase: (HERE)

SIGN UPS FOR POSITIONS FOR COMP PASSES: (HERE)

Exhibition Hall Hours

FRIDAY: 2pm to 8pm

SATURDAY: 10am to 8pm

SUNDAY: 10am to 6pm

Booth: Exhibit Hall C, "Cosplay Lounge/Attractions," area. Hall C has a large "Video Game" banner outside.

Panel: TBD

BOOTH LAYOUT

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As seen in the above diagram, the booth will have two areas, the Recruitment, Q/A, and Display Table and the Photo Backdrop area.

Working the Table: It is preferred you wear 405th Branded items, Outpost Discovery Jerseys, or more “Business Casual” attire. Failing that, Halo branded merchandise is also a good bet. If you want, you may wear your Halo costume, but remember this area of the booth is intended for interaction with the public and your costume might interfere with that communication. Please keep your attention forward-facing to engage the public as much as possible. Welcome them to our booth and ask them if they're familiar with the 405th. Explain that we are an International Halo costume and prop group that seeks to assist others in building their dream Halo costume. For example, our website houses a wide variety of tutorials, free templates, and 3D print files. We also provide members with an opportunity to wear those costumes at Conventions, meet Ups, and Community Events. For example, direct them to our donation QR code for Extra Life and mention our yearly 24 Hour Fundraising event for it.

Working the Backdrop Area: This is the area where you are intended to be wearing your costume and be available for pictures with members of the public in front of our Photo Backdrop. While in costume remember that we do not ever “Tea Bag” while representing the 405th, nor are we to take pictures in any threatening manner, such as pointing our weapons at a member of the general public or pretending to strike or melee them, per the request of 343i and Microsoft.

We will also need handlers in this area to keep an eye on and organize any line for photos, and to keep an eye on our members in costume. It is preferred the handlers wear a 405th item, but since we understand that our handlers might be non-members like friends, significant others, or family, if they can wear any Halo branded items, that would be a plus. Like the table, please keep your attention forward-facing to engage the guests as much as possible. Invite them into the space, describe our group if folks are interested, and promote the Extra Life donation QR code if possible. Donations are not required, but we appreciate anything anyone can give.

Dinner Plans: Potluck style Saturday Evening. Due to the Exhibit Hall remaining open until 8PM but many options in the area closing before then, a decision will need to be made on site as to when members will want to do dinner.

Photoshoot: Tentative Saturday afternoon post 405th Panel.

Time:
Indoor Shoot:

Photographer Information:

Location: Lobby outside Exhibit Hall C.

Please contact me regarding any questions as I have a direct line to the event runners, hope to get some of you out to this event!

I might go, but I'm not sure yet if I can.