HOD Chicago 405th Dinner 2019

[RandomRanger]

I love the enthusiasm Sean Anwalt, but that sounds like it'd be more work than it's worth to be honest. I will keep that idea in the pocket though for another situation . The dinner is supposed to be less of a promotional effort, and more of us just hanging out.

I have only cosplayed a handful of times and only gone to 1 event, so I was wondering if other people would be interested in suiting up for it, but, they weren't.

 

[Wayward Flood]

It's fun but they're everywhere. Since we're in Chicago shouldn't we go to a local restaurant or something with Chicago type food?

Good point. A unique restaurant would be better.

 

[Revenant1988]

I'm interested, if a place has been decided upon.

From experience, I personally would advise -against- wearing armor to a restaurant for pure logistical reasons. It's just easier, plus some of you may have been wearing your gear all day and that can get tiring.

When we've done group dinner\lunch at DragonCon, 99% of folks just wear regular clothes, though some will bring their helmet for fun.

Of course, YMMV.

But yes please, let's try to get a meetup gathered! I only get to see some of you once every 2 years!

 

[RandomRanger]

I'm interested, if a place has been decided upon.

We're collecting suggestions until this weekend, at which point I'll open up a vote on this thread with the suggestions. The plan is to meet up Saturday after the costume contest.

 

[ayacohen]

As I read through the thread, a thought occurs. If people are gonna want pictures with the costume at dinner, and you want to bring a costume, why not construct a rudimentary, cheap armor stand and sit the armor right next to you against a wall, which will prevent people tampering to much with it, you can keep an eye on it, and it's a great way to advertise the 405th.

Placement of the dummy, with permission of the owners, is the part you'll need to worry about. A corner next to your booth would be perfect, but wherever it is, somewhere EASY to see all the time is important so you don't have to spend all night being paranoid about it. Also, if they let you do something like that, as a group asking for free advertising space, if the place lets you, be sure to tip big.

And I guess there's transporting the stand, too. But if you made it out of PVC pipe that takes apart into small pieces you should be fine.

Well I am totally fine to be anyone cosplay assistant.
I am happy to help!

Ganbatteee! がんばって！

 

[RandomRanger]

It's not much, but it's honest work.

 

[ayacohen]

It's not much, but it's honest work.

Niceeeee! Love it!
Yup! It says “ganbatte!”
Means “good luck” and yes can “work hard”
But usually “good luck”

 

[Mortimus]

I'm down to clown

 

[RandomRanger]

I forgot I was flying back home on Sunday... but the poll is finally up! Vote for where you want to eat!

 

[Negativecacti]

I might be interested in going depending on where

 

[Mortimus]

newbie here. How do we vote? #imoldandcan'tfigureitout

 

[RandomRanger]

newbie here. How do we vote? #imoldandcan'tfigureitout

Just select one of the circles, and click cast vote.

 

[Mortimus]

Just select one of the circles, and click cast vote.

Ah, might need to be a different status member. Can't cast a vote. I'm good with whatever, the german place sounds good!

 

[Fissoffury]

I may go as well, how do I sign up for the contest? Yes I'm a little late on that lol.
Hopefully we keep connected about were you all may be going...love to hang, with the husband as well.

 

[Cadet]

There is a link off of the Halo Outpost Dsicovery Website to sign up for the costume contest, but You will also be able to sign up for the Costume Contest on site on Saturday.

I may go as well, how do I sign up for the contest? Yes I'm a little late on that lol.
Hopefully we keep connected about were you all may be going...love to hang, with the husband as well.

 

[SGT Razor]

Has anyone mentioned that Dave & Buster's is a sponsor for HOD? I'm not sure if that means anything, and I already voted so...

Who is going to drive me back to my hotel after I get O B L I T E R A T E D?

 

[Mortimus]

Has anyone mentioned that Dave & Buster's is a sponsor for HOD? I'm not sure if that means anything, and I already voted so...

Who is going to drive me back to my hotel after I get O B L I T E R A T E D?

Soldier, those boots weren't made for show. (okay yes, literally they were made for show, but FEET FIRST!)

 

[SGT Razor]

I'm thinking more like face first.

 

[Rosebud]

Ah, might need to be a different status member. Can't cast a vote. I'm good with whatever, the german place sounds good!

Yea I cant vote either

 

[Rosebud]

Also: I will be a DD if needed. Just don't throw up in my car...