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Title: ECCC 2021: December 2-5, 2021
Post by: Transmute Jun on October 09, 2018, 03:53:27 PM
A look through the Washington State Convention Center's website has revealed the dates for ECCC 2020!

https://www.friendsofcc.com/2018/10/09/con-intel-eccc-2020-dates-revealed/ (https://www.friendsofcc.com/2018/10/09/con-intel-eccc-2020-dates-revealed/)

I'm already planning for this con! Anyone else?
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Zero on November 19, 2018, 08:41:37 PM
Forum Housekeeping:

Stickied thread for future reference.

Also locked thread in the meantime... at least until ECCC 2019 is over.  ^__~
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on August 30, 2019, 09:25:44 AM
Badges will go on sale October 23 (likely at noon Pacific time).

https://www.friendsofcc.com/2019/08/30/eccc-2020-badges-to-go-on-sale-on-october-23/

Pro and press applications will open on Friday, September 6. If press and pros apply by October 16, they will hear back in time to know if they need to participate in the general sale.

Who is planning to go to ECCC 2020?
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: NCDS on August 30, 2019, 02:27:00 PM
I got it approved off so count me in.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Dan Berry on September 01, 2019, 08:27:36 AM
I'll be applying as press soon. Can't wait to go back for 4th time.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on September 01, 2019, 11:54:01 AM
I’m going because I can’t keep myself away, but I’m keeping expectations low.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Angology on September 01, 2019, 02:44:50 PM
Moderators or OP, please add the calendar links for the con and badge sales. Thanks!
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Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Zero on September 01, 2019, 05:54:45 PM
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Moderators or OP, please add the calendar links for the con and badge sales. Thanks!
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Forum Housekeeping:

Add calendar links for convention dates, badge sale date (time to be determined but can be edited later), and pro/press applications opening date.

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Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on September 20, 2019, 12:23:46 PM
ECCC has confirmed the on-sale time of noon Pacific on October 23.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: jazzyj on October 14, 2019, 08:32:47 AM
Is buying ECCC badges difficult? I'll be in Disneyland during the sale and will probably have to purchase them on my phone.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on October 14, 2019, 08:42:28 AM
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Is buying ECCC badges difficult? I'll be in Disneyland during the sale and will probably have to purchase them on my phone.

Yes and no. If you are clicking the purchase button the moment the sale begins, then you're going to be able to get a 4-Day badge. Once those sell out, you can still buy the days individually, although it is a little more expensive. The ability to buy all 4 days separately usually lasts for up to a week. Saturday is the first individual day to sell out.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on October 16, 2019, 03:50:43 PM
So who is going to be buying badges to ECCC on October 23?
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: CptMyCpt24 on October 17, 2019, 04:27:16 PM
We might head back to ECCC. Meeting with some friends this weekend and I’m sure it will come up. I feel a big Rooster Teeth presence is expected.


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Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on October 18, 2019, 12:38:51 PM
ECCC has announced their show locations for 2020. Autographing, photo ops and the Main Stage will once again be at the Hyatt.

https://www.friendsofcc.com/2019/10/18/eccc-2020-show-locations/
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on October 21, 2019, 06:33:40 PM
They've introduced "Premium Packages" this year -- basically, they're bringing back VIP:

https://www.emeraldcitycomiccon.com/Buy-Tickets/Tickets/

I know it's early, but based on the announcements so far (not necessarily guests, but re: logistics) they seem to be running a very tight ship...moreso than the past two years. I'm thinking 2020 may actually turn out to be a good year for ECCC. (a la 2017, 2015, 2013)
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on October 21, 2019, 06:34:38 PM
There are new ticket packages available, and they will cost you.

https://www.friendsofcc.com/2019/10/21/eccc-2020-new-ticket-packages-available/
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: YouThinkMeMad on October 22, 2019, 05:49:04 AM
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There are new ticket packages available, and they will cost you.

https://www.friendsofcc.com/2019/10/21/eccc-2020-new-ticket-packages-available/

C2E2 is offering these packages as well. Must be a new ReedPop thing.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on October 22, 2019, 05:52:47 AM
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C2E2 is offering these packages as well. Must be a new ReedPop thing.

The funny thing is, a few years ago they took all packages like this away and said that it was to be 'fair' to all fans. Now they're back. LOL...

Interesting to know that they're at C2E2 as well. I'm a little surprised that they are announcing them for ECCC less than 48 hours before the sale, though.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: YouThinkMeMad on October 22, 2019, 06:43:05 AM
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The funny thing is, a few years ago they took all packages like this away and said that it was to be 'fair' to all fans. Now they're back. LOL...

Interesting to know that they're at C2E2 as well. I'm a little surprised that they are announcing them for ECCC less than 48 hours before the sale, though.

I think that's how the C2E2 announcement went too. Ticket sales were announced about a week in advance but I'm not sure they actually said anything about the different packages. The email I received on the 27th (date of sale) mentioned them but I think that was it.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on October 23, 2019, 12:08:32 PM
Got my 4-day pass!
I entered the queue right at 12 and that one's still running...however I clicked on the link on their Facebook post, and that let me in right away.

Hotels are up as well: https://www.emeraldcitycomiccon.com/About/Travel/Hotels-And-Travel-Discounts/
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: sylent_asassin on October 23, 2019, 12:27:18 PM
This is the first time in years that 4-day badges didn't sell out in 5 minutes. I wonder if they're offering more 4-day badges for sale OR there just aren't that many people interested anymore... Still, I got my badge!
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on October 23, 2019, 12:42:07 PM
Also, this year the 4-day discount wasn't quite as good as last year. This year you save $27 vs. $47 from last year -- still decent and definitely worth it if you go all 4 days, but last year it was pretty much worth it to get a 4 day even if you only went 3 days. This year, the reduction is probably just barely enough to not be worth it if you go less than 4 days.

Also...I'm going to complain about the hotel prices again.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: sylent_asassin on October 23, 2019, 12:48:31 PM
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Also...I'm going to complain about the hotel prices again.

I haven't gone in the last couple of years, but weren't hotels typically in the $150 per night range? I took a peek and they were around $180ish. It's a bargain compared to SDCC, but still...
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on October 23, 2019, 12:56:56 PM
The waiting room was slow going at first, but once the premium packages were gone it sped up dramatically. There was definitely a lot of demand for those premium packages.

https://www.friendsofcc.com/2019/10/23/eccc-2020-badge-sale-moves-fast/
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on October 23, 2019, 12:57:25 PM
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I haven't gone in the last couple of years, but weren't hotels typically in the $150 per night range? I took a peek and they were around $180ish. It's a bargain compared to SDCC, but still...

Yes...and when I started going in 2012 they were in the 100 range for most of them, with some as low as 61-65 for ones that were basic but not sketchy. Last year is when I noticed a big jump up to 170-190. My main issue with that (other than not wanting pay more) is that block hotels are no longer a good deal compared to off-block hotels. Heck, last year the week before ECCC I noticed that some of the travel deal sites were offering the Hyatt Regency (179 on the block last year) for 134-149 during ECCC dates.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on October 23, 2019, 12:58:49 PM
4 day tickets sold out at 123:0, but now some are back in stock....  Not just a couple, but you can buy up to 6....

Update... and they're gone. Guess it was a blip.
Title: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: CptMyCpt24 on October 23, 2019, 01:58:01 PM
Got in within the first minute and booked the Hotel too. Sheraton this time. I have a screenshot of the confirmation of the hotel but no email? When do we know for sure?


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Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: sylent_asassin on October 23, 2019, 05:09:19 PM
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4 day tickets sold out at 123:0, but now some are back in stock....  Not just a couple, but you can buy up to 6....

Update... and they're gone. Guess it was a blip.

The explanation that ECCC provided on the Facebook page was that people, scalper bots I'm guessing, were holding multiple tickets in their cart (for whatever reason) and when the timer expired, they were released back into the pool. That's why it showed that 4-day badges were initially sold out and then not sold out when you refreshed. Still, 4-day badges lasted much longer this time around than in previous years. A couple of years ago, I logged in right at noon and couldn't get a consolidated badge.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on October 23, 2019, 05:51:00 PM
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The explanation that ECCC provided on the Facebook page was that people, scalper bots I'm guessing, were holding multiple tickets in their cart (for whatever reason) and when the timer expired, they were released back into the pool. That's why it showed that 4-day badges were initially sold out and then not sold out when you refreshed. Still, 4-day badges lasted much longer this time around than in previous years. A couple of years ago, I logged in right at noon and couldn't get a consolidated badge.

The cart timer is only 15 minutes, so given that they first appeared as sold out at 12:30, there should have been nothing left by 12:45. I did see a few 4-day badges come back in stock after 12:30, but it was brief. I was just surprised to se 6 available at nearly 1 pm!

Yes, 4-day badges have sold out at about the 10 minute mark for the past few years, but I'm wondering if perhaps this year there were more of them. Maybe ReedPop allocated more 4-day badges and fewer single-day badges? We don't actually know for sure right now, but that might be a good question at Talkback this year!

ETA:  I just looked at the Facebook comments and there ECCC admitted that they converted a lot of single-day badges to 4-day badges this year. That explains the longer sellout time.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: CptMyCpt24 on October 23, 2019, 07:18:28 PM
Found the hotel confirmation email in my spam folder.


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Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on October 24, 2019, 11:14:03 AM
Previous hotels I've stayed at for ECCC (w/ price per night):

2012: 6th Avenue Inn, $61 (demolished)
2013: Best Western Executive Inn, $65
2014: The Paramount, $117
2015: Crowne Plaza (Sea-Tac Airport), $99
2016: Crowne Plaza (Seattle), $118
2017: Hotel Max, $141
2018: Hyatt Place, $123 (off-block)
2019: Hyatt Regency, $179

As recently as 2016 the Crowne Plaza was $118...for 2020 it's $177, meaning it has gone up 50% in 4 years. The Paramount doesn't even participate in the block anymore. Hyatt Regency, while nice, was not really worth $179/night (although it was kind of cool when I walked into the elevator and saw George Takei.) Most likely I'll go off-block this year...for the most part prices are in line with the block hotels, and much bigger selection.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on November 13, 2019, 02:46:00 PM
Saturday running low, but still available 3 weeks later. The last time Saturday took this long to sell out was 2016, when it lasted about a month.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: sylent_asassin on November 20, 2019, 04:56:56 PM
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Saturday running low, but still available 3 weeks later. The last time Saturday took this long to sell out was 2016, when it lasted about a month.

Make that 4 weeks. I think the lack of a major, A-list star is the reason. If someone big was announced, more people would get off the sidelines.

ReedPop hasn't been getting top-tier, headlining guests for their last few shows, and this is encompassing NYCC and C2E2.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on December 05, 2019, 09:42:38 AM
6 weeks now (and Saturday tickets have been "almost gone" for 3 weeks.) Slowest Saturday sell out by far since 2015...looks like more people than just me think this con is losing its luster.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on December 06, 2019, 12:47:25 PM
I am surprised that Saturday has been more than 90% gone for this many weeks. You may be right about the guest announcements, although I would think that Matt Smith would have brought people in.

ECCC has always been a blend of out-of-towners and locals. Both groups behave very differently with respect to ticket sales. It seems as if the out-of-towners once again snapped up the multi-day badges, but  the locals are being slower to buy the single day badges.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on December 06, 2019, 07:25:25 PM
Matt Smith is only appearing Thursday and Friday, though. That’s if he even shows up. When he was announced on the FB page, most of the comments referenced that he has cancelled twice. Hopefully third time will be a charm.

Yeah, if I were local to ECCC I’d no longer buy badges until the schedule is released. (Same reason why I’m waiting on SVCC.) I don’t trust the programming schedule to have enough good panels anymore to fill up my days. Really sad that RP keeps on taking this con more backward than forward in terms of guests and panels. But since it involves planning a trip that I have to take time off and make other arrangements for, I have to decide whether I go or not when everything is still available. For me it’s really just tradition, left over goodwill from the 2012-2015 era and liking Seattle that are keeping me going to ECCC. At some point that may no longer be enough, especially with the hotels no longer being a good deal.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on December 13, 2019, 12:41:27 PM
Saturday tickets have sold out.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on January 15, 2020, 06:20:03 PM
Panels are now up!

https://www.emeraldcitycomiccon.com/Explore/Panels-And-Screenings/#/panelsschedule/byVenue
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: AzT on January 15, 2020, 09:39:09 PM
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emeraldcitycomiccon The one and only @anthonydanielsofficial, the man behind our favorite Protocol Droid, C-3PO, joins us at #ECCC! He is the only actor to appear in all ten Star Wars films Limited Sunday Tickets and Family Packages available! Stay on target & get yours at the #Linkinbio

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Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on January 17, 2020, 04:02:58 PM
This year's app is available now too and seems to be running fine. I'll give them props for this, considering that last year's was buggy pretty much up until the con.

The panel lineup is probably far from complete (almost nothing listed yet on the Main Stage, for instance), but so far the Into the Spider-Verse Animation panel sticks out. I'm assuming it's the same/similar one I saw at WonderCon last year, but it's nice to see more "official" type panels. Titmouse Animation doesn't show up yet, but they've had it the past few years so hopefully they plug it in before the con.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on January 23, 2020, 06:17:09 PM
Ok, I'm legitimately impressed. The Full Back to the Future Reunion has been announced:

https://www.seattletimes.com/entertainment/events/back-to-the-future-stars-including-michael-j-fox-and-christopher-lloyd-to-reunite-at-emerald-city-comic-con/

Looks like the Panel will be a separately ticketed after-hours event with prices starting at $20. This is similar to when Silicon Valley CC had the same reunion a few years back (sans Tom Wilson, though he did show up the next year) and charged an extra $10. For something like this, I don't mind the minimal fee to guarantee a seat.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Mario Wario on January 23, 2020, 09:56:33 PM
Man, Troy Baker and Nolan North will be at ECCC this year. Now I wish I was going! Lol
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: NCDS on January 24, 2020, 07:06:17 AM
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Ok, I'm legitimately impressed. The Full Back to the Future Reunion has been announced:

https://www.seattletimes.com/entertainment/events/back-to-the-future-stars-including-michael-j-fox-and-christopher-lloyd-to-reunite-at-emerald-city-comic-con/

Looks like the Panel will be a separately ticketed after-hours event with prices starting at $20. This is similar to when Silicon Valley CC had the same reunion a few years back (sans Tom Wilson, though he did show up the next year) and charged an extra $10. For something like this, I don't mind the minimal fee to guarantee a seat.

Meh, I don't like the idea of ticketed panels on top of the convention so I never do it.  There is enough for me to do. 
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on January 29, 2020, 12:15:32 PM
Info about the Funko Lottery:

https://www.emeraldcitycomiccon.com/Explore/Funko-Drawing/?utm_source=cmv3-attendee-all&utm_campaign=Funko-Drawing-03-12-2020&utm_medium=social&utm_term=FD&fbclid=IwAR3YvvMjiJWqXw0N2V48gv3-typIz1JBtW67SAerxqEje0COE3fdCbg9pbY

Important dates:
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on January 31, 2020, 06:42:10 PM
This is a summary of the con updates so far:

https://www.friendsofcc.com/2020/01/31/eccc-2020-is-coming/
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: AzT on February 01, 2020, 09:41:40 AM
https://figpin.com/blogs/news/eccc-2020

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figpinofficial We can't wait for @emeraldcitycomiccon! Head to the blog on FiGPiN.com to learn how you can get our #ECCC2020 exclusives! (Exclusive announcements coming soon!)

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Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on February 06, 2020, 11:16:36 AM
Mark Ruffalo announced.  :o

https://www.facebook.com/emeraldcitycomiccon/videos/2657321551012968/?t=0

This year is rapidly going from "meh" to "OMGOMGOMG!!! ;D". I haven't known them to ever pull out these kinds of last minute surprises before, let alone multiple ones.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on February 06, 2020, 03:48:25 PM
Yep, looks like Thursday night is now booked...
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on February 06, 2020, 05:09:47 PM
Tickets to the Back to the Future panel are available (as well as photo-ops.) Looks like 67 tickets left at the $20 level. More at the $59 and $159 ones, which I think are overpriced.

Also...Chyler Leigh has been announced, but they haven't added her panel yet BUT they added Mark Ruffalo's who was announced later. Could they be waiting to add the panel with Chyler Leigh until they get a certain other guest (who was originally supposed to show up in 2016 with her, but they both cancelled that year)?
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: NCDS on February 07, 2020, 01:24:01 PM
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Yep, looks like Thursday night is now booked...

I am looking forward to the day activity on Thursday.  Looks like it will be me dancing on the empty main stage
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on February 07, 2020, 03:56:33 PM
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I am looking forward to the day activity on Thursday.  Looks like it will be me dancing on the empty main stage

Now that's something I'd like to see!
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: sylent_asassin on February 07, 2020, 04:45:04 PM
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Tickets to the Back to the Future panel are available (as well as photo-ops.) Looks like 67 tickets left at the $20 level. More at the $59 and $159 ones, which I think are overpriced.

Also...Chyler Leigh has been announced, but they haven't added her panel yet BUT they added Mark Ruffalo's who was announced later. Could they be waiting to add the panel with Chyler Leigh until they get a certain other guest (who was originally supposed to show up in 2016 with her, but they both cancelled that year)?

They still owe us Melissa Benoist. I'm still bent about her cancelling on the last day several years ago. Meeting her was a main reason why I attended that show. I'm hoping that ECCC can work that deal out in the home stretch.

I also hope that they can add some more of "The Boys" cast.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on February 07, 2020, 08:45:58 PM
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They still owe us Melissa Benoist. I'm still bent about her cancelling on the last day several years ago. Meeting her was a main reason why I attended that show. I'm hoping that ECCC can work that deal out in the home stretch.

I also hope that they can add some more of "The Boys" cast.

If they do end up getting Melissa Benoist, then I will officially consider this the year that ECCC/ReedPop turns things around. I remember being at the airport the day before ECCC 2016 just about to hop on the plane to Seattle, and we got the announcement that she cancelled. Then Chyler Leigh cancelled right afterwards. The lineup that year was already weak to begin with, and then the biggest draws (IMO) cancel the day before.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: sefton42 on February 09, 2020, 01:30:35 PM
Ok, badges bought, last minute plane ticket purchased, hotel reservation made, Ruffalo and Karen Gillan auto tickets purchased.  But does anyone have an extra of the cheap ticket to the BttF panel?  By the time Lyte confirmed I had a ticket, the cheap seats were sold out.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: IanCar on February 10, 2020, 12:03:39 PM
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Ok, badges bought, last minute plane ticket purchased, hotel reservation made, Ruffalo and Karen Gillan auto tickets purchased.  But does anyone have an extra of the cheap ticket to the BttF panel?  By the time Lyte confirmed I had a ticket, the cheap seats were sold out.

I also bought Mark Ruffalo & Karen Gillan auto tickets. Have a poster to get signed by both but looking elsewhere if there's something better.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: AzT on February 12, 2020, 12:56:32 PM
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FiGPiN at Emerald City Comic Con 2020!

We'll be back for our hometown show, Emerald City Comic Con, March 12-15, 2020 at the Washington State Convention Center!

You'll find us on the floor at booth #829!

Our exclusive announcements will begin soon, but here's what you need to know now!

FiGPiN is participating in ECCC’s pre-show drawing for access to our booth.

The drawing process will open at 12:00 PM PST on Monday, February 3 and close at 11:59 PM PT on Sunday, February 16 at 11:59 PM PT. All winners will be notified by Friday, February 21 by the ECCC team.

DO NOT RUSH THROUGH ENTERING THE DRAWING. Entering early will not increase your chances of receiving a time slot. Take your time and make sure that you're entering everything correctly.

If you’re not selected via the pre-show drawing, you will still have a chance at getting access to our booth!

We will be using a virtual reservation system to sell the rest of our exclusives after the pre-determined drawing sessions are completed. Head straight to our booth in the morning, tap your badge, and select the next available session (or the one you'd like to come back for) and you'll reserve your place in line. While we anticipate some inventory will remain for these sessions, please be aware items will sell out. Having a reservation does not guarantee you any specific item. There is a chance that everything will be sold out before your turn.

If you are selected as a pre-show drawing winner, congratulations! We expect our exclusives to last through these morning sessions, but please keep in mind that there is no guarantee that you will get everything on your wish list.
 
Exclusives will be restocked each day of the con, but not between sessions.

Please note that ADA attendees must also go through this system to gain access to our booth.

For more information, please visit ECCC: EmCity2020.com/FiGPiN

As always, stay tuned to @FiGPiNofficial on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook for our latest news and updates.

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Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: AzT on February 13, 2020, 07:43:18 PM
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figpinofficial A white & gold version of Bruce Lee will be an @emeraldcitycomiccon exclusive! Details on the FiGPiN.com blog.

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Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: AzT on February 18, 2020, 08:37:39 PM
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figpinofficial Due to the coronavirus outbreak, our factories have not been able to reopen after Lunar New Year, and will continue to be closed for an undetermined amount of time.

This means that all FiGPiN Emerald City Comic Con exclusives are delayed and won’t arrive in time for the show. We are handling this situation by selling our exclusives at the show on a pre-sale basis. Everything at our booth will work just like normal - but we will ship everything to the address you provide, at no extra charge!

Our main concern is the health and safety of not only our partners in China, but anyone affected by coronavirus. We ask for your patience as we await notice that it is safe for our partners to return to work.

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Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: AzT on February 20, 2020, 07:15:06 PM
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glovestudios The Princess. Here's my piece that I'll be donating to the @emeraldcitycomiccon charity auction, proceeds going to the Seattle Children's Hospital. Be sure to go to the art auction if you're interested.
11x17 pen and ink on bristol comic book board

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Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: AzT on February 21, 2020, 08:26:09 PM
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iconheroes We're excited to exhibit at our very first @emeraldcitycomiccon March 12-15! Stop by our booth #1121 for exclusive products and show specials! More details coming soon.

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Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on February 24, 2020, 05:45:52 PM
Some observations about the schedule:

There are a few entries that looks like studio panels on the surface; however, in most cases they're doing the bare minimum, just like the ones they had last year. For instance:

Blizzard Presents/DreamWorks She-Ra/FX's Devs -- all of these only have one person on the panel. DreamWorks Kipo & the Wonderbeasts looks a bit better, with 3 people. But no actors/actresses for any of the shows.

AMC's TWD: World Beyond - screening only, no panel.

However, the one that actually does look legit is the Into the Spider-Verse animation panel. Yay for Titmouse Animation coming back, too.

I also see Syfy Wire's Looking for Leia and Khonjin House: The Movie. These resemble the indie screenings they used to have years ago at ECCC, but that haven't seen much of recently.

No Twisted Toonz this year. This was confirmed by ECCC.

They kept away the music content, but it looks like they added a lot of dance panels. I suppose that's someone's cup of tea but not mine.

Still time to add a few more. 

At least the guest list this year is good. There seem to be fewer than usual cancellations (I think only one of the voice actors so far), let's hope it stays that way.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: sefton42 on February 24, 2020, 05:49:49 PM
Don’t jinx anything by saying fewer cancellations!  It’s still 3 weeks out.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: omraged9 on February 25, 2020, 12:48:40 AM
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They still owe us Melissa Benoist. I'm still bent about her cancelling on the last day several years ago. Meeting her was a main reason why I attended that show. I'm hoping that ECCC can work that deal out in the home stretch.

Melissa Benoist is the queen of con cancellations, not to mention last minute cancellations. I remember a few years ago she (along with Chris Wood) cancelled the Heroes and Villains con in London a few days before the con itself but luckily almost everyone else showed up. She was also scheduled for the HV Nashville con a couple of months later but backed out last minute-- I think this con she had a real excuse, she had to shoot scenes for Supergirl that weekend. But anyhow she cancels so many cons that it's a shock to her fans when she does show up. Basically I wouldn't book any nonrefundable travel plans to see her if she's the only guest you want to see at a con.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on February 25, 2020, 06:14:29 AM
Anyone have their badges yet? We're basically 2 weeks out and I haven't seen or heard of anyone receiving their badges in the mail yet...

ETA   Where is the World Beyond screening? I can't find it in the schedule..
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: AzT on February 25, 2020, 10:18:05 AM
ECCC pre-orders available now, so far:

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https://www.hancholo.com/collections/eccc

https://www.hancholo.com/collections/eccc/products/d-d-ampersand-cufflinks-shadow-series

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Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on February 25, 2020, 10:41:48 AM
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ETA   Where is the World Beyond screening? I can't find it in the schedule..

Sunday 12:15 in WSCC 614
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on February 25, 2020, 12:24:19 PM
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Sunday 12:15 in WSCC 614

Thank you!
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: MochiMonster on February 25, 2020, 07:33:28 PM
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Anyone have their badges yet? We're basically 2 weeks out and I haven't seen or heard of anyone receiving their badges in the mail yet...

The ECCC Twitter account posted today that badges are mailing out now. Feels like they cut it kind of close this year for mailing the badges...
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: NCDS on February 25, 2020, 08:07:22 PM
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The ECCC Twitter account posted today that badges are mailing out now. Feels like they cut it kind of close this year for mailing the badges...

Way too close!!! 
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on February 26, 2020, 10:03:41 AM
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The ECCC Twitter account posted today that badges are mailing out now. Feels like they cut it kind of close this year for mailing the badges...

No kidding! I am arriving in Seattle 2 weeks from today! And usually my badges are one of the last ones to arrive.

They only recently posted pictures of what the badges look like. I am wondering if they had some kind of printing issue.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on February 26, 2020, 10:04:17 AM
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Melissa Benoist is the queen of con cancellations, not to mention last minute cancellations. I remember a few years ago she (along with Chris Wood) cancelled the Heroes and Villains con in London a few days before the con itself but luckily almost everyone else showed up. She was also scheduled for the HV Nashville con a couple of months later but backed out last minute-- I think this con she had a real excuse, she had to shoot scenes for Supergirl that weekend. But anyhow she cancels so many cons that it's a shock to her fans when she does show up. Basically I wouldn't book any nonrefundable travel plans to see her if she's the only guest you want to see at a con.

Is she worse than Matt Smith? He cancelled today. /shockedbutnotreally

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Don’t jinx anything by saying fewer cancellations!  It’s still 3 weeks out.

Sorry. :P
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on February 26, 2020, 10:15:03 AM
Just coming here to post that Matt Smith cancelled, but Hikanteki beat me to it!

I remember this happened a few years ago... Matt Smith was supposed to come to ECCC but cancelled a couple of weeks out.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: sefton42 on February 26, 2020, 10:18:51 AM
Well crap.  That probably means Karen Gillan will follow soon.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Miclpea on February 26, 2020, 04:24:01 PM
Do you know why Matt Smith canceled?
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: sefton42 on February 26, 2020, 04:26:28 PM
He also canceled C2E2, so probably related.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: AzT on February 26, 2020, 09:42:06 PM
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Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Mario Wario on February 29, 2020, 02:17:26 PM
https://twitter.com/seattletimes/status/1233867698460741632?s=20

To those that are going to ECCC, your con trip might be in jeopardy now.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: MochiMonster on February 29, 2020, 02:32:33 PM
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https://twitter.com/seattletimes/status/1233867698460741632?s=20

To those that are going to ECCC, your con trip might be in jeopardy now.

Ooh thanks for the tip. ECCC would definitely meet the "large gathering" criteria
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on March 01, 2020, 04:05:41 PM
ReedPop has issued an official statement regarding Coronavirus:

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Hey everyone,

We know ECCC means a lot to a lot of people. Many of us and you have been looking forward to ECCC for a year now, and we will always want the best for this community that we have grown to love so much. 

ECCC 2020 will take place as scheduled March 12th-15th at the Washington State Convention Center (WSCC) in downtown Seattle. We have implemented enhanced cleaning and sanitization across the show, including adhering to the recommendations set forth in the U.S. EPA’s Emerging Pathogen Policy regarding cleaning disinfectants effective against the COVID-19 virus. We are working closely with the WSCC and our other venue partners and aligning with local, state and federal public health guidelines and agencies. As ECCC approaches we will be constantly reviewing our health protection activities, public health messaging, hygiene and medical control measures with the aim of strengthening our COVID-19 response further in line with up to date public health advice and guidance, including that of the CDC.  For more information about COVID-19 and response of the WSCC, the State of Washington and the city of Seattle, please refer to our website. 

We want to express our concern for everyone impacted by the COVID-19 virus. The well-being of our global Reedpop community, from our fans and exhibitors to our staff on-site at every show - is of the utmost importance to Reedpop and we take pride in creating a positive environment to celebrate comics, cosplay and pop culture.

We are looking forward to four days of fun and we can’t wait to see you.

The first sentence made me worry, but they aren’t cancelling (at this time, anyway.)

My thoughts: ReedPop is not going to cancel this unless they are forced to. They would lose way too much money. The risk of cancellation depends entirely on whether or not King County (or the CDC) enacts a suspension of large events. The cases at this point are high-risk and fairly limited, but it’s very possible things could escalate in the next week and a half.

However, it’s more possible that some of the guests and/or exhibitors may pull out (in particular ones with health problems such as Michael J. Fox), as well as lower attendance.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: NCDS on March 01, 2020, 06:39:15 PM
Every store I went to today is sold out of hand sanitizer.  I hope they restock before my trip.


I can tell you I wouldn't want to do a photo op right now, but this is how a lot make a living.  Don't be shocked if your autograph and handshake involves a plastic glove.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: sefton42 on March 01, 2020, 06:42:48 PM
The swag bag that Ace cons give to VIP badgeholders include a vial of hand sanitizer.  I’ve got 3 or 4 that have just been sitting around, now I’ll actually use them!
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: chocolateshake on March 01, 2020, 07:09:56 PM
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Every store I went to today is sold out of hand sanitizer.  I hope they restock before my trip.


I can tell you I wouldn't want to do a photo op right now, but this is how a lot make a living.  Don't be shocked if your autograph and handshake involves a plastic glove.

I'm a hand sanitizer fiend, so I always have plenty of it around.  2 weeks ago, I noticed that a few stores were out so when they restocked I stocked up.  I'm good for the duration.

Have you seen pictures of the long lines at Costco today?  I went to Costco yesterday and it was busier than normal.  There was definitely a bit of anxiety in the air.  A lot of carts had stacks of water.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Mario Wario on March 01, 2020, 08:32:25 PM
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ReedPop has issued an official statement regarding Coronavirus:

The first sentence made me worry, but they aren’t canceling (at this time, anyway.)

My thoughts: ReedPop is not going to cancel this unless they are forced to. They would lose way too much money. The risk of cancellation depends entirely on whether or not King County (or the CDC) enacts a suspension of large events. The cases at this point are high-risk and fairly limited, but it’s very possible things could escalate in the next week and a half.

However, it’s more possible that some of the guests and/or exhibitors may pull out (in particular ones with health problems such as Michael J. Fox), as well as lower attendance.
Basically, it’s GDC part 2. Regardless, I say by next Monday (or maybe sooner) fans will know if ECCC ‘20 is actually going to happen or not. Btw, don't forget that Christopher Loyd is in his 80s. If I was his doctor, I would recommend that he cancels his trip.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: NCDS on March 01, 2020, 08:59:18 PM
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I'm a hand sanitizer fiend, so I always have plenty of it around.  2 weeks ago, I noticed that a few stores were out so when they restocked I stocked up.  I'm good for the duration.

Have you seen pictures of the long lines at Costco today?  I went to Costco yesterday and it was busier than normal.  There was definitely a bit of anxiety in the air.  A lot of carts had stacks of water.

I went today and it was crazy, people were buying so much water.  I don't think we would lose electricity and water as other countries haven't (that I have seen)  but I bought two in case, not going to pass paying $6 and regretting it.  Here is what confused me, I couldn't get a rotisserie chicken.  People were buying 4-5 of them, they were camping to get one since they had them cooking in the back.  Why are people buying so many of those?
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on March 01, 2020, 09:05:41 PM
Shopping makes people hungry? ;)

Looks like Reed Pop does not want to cancel (as was surmised earlier).

https://twitter.com/emeraldcitycon/status/1234225277951193090
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: NCDS on March 01, 2020, 09:08:43 PM
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Shopping makes people hungry? ;)

Looks like Reed Pop does not want to cancel (as was surmised earlier).

https://twitter.com/emeraldcitycon/status/1234225277951193090

I actually read that while I was at Costco trying to get a chicken.


However, there was another death tonight, so.........
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on March 01, 2020, 09:57:49 PM
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Basically, it’s GDC part 2. Regardless, I say by next Monday (or maybe sooner) fans will know if ECCC ‘20 is actually going to happen or not. Btw, don't forget that Christopher Loyd is in his 80s. If I was his doctor, I would recommend that he cancels his trip.

I agree about Christopher Lloyd, high probability he cancels. So much for the BTTF centerpiece.

Re: GDC part 2...maybe, maybe not. Most of the cancellations at GDC were major sponsors/presenters and global companies. ECCC doesn’t really have those. This is something I’ve long complained about ECCC for not having, but this year it’s probably a good thing they don’t.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: chocolateshake on March 01, 2020, 10:49:05 PM
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I went today and it was crazy, people were buying so much water.  I don't think we would lose electricity and water as other countries haven't (that I have seen)  but I bought two in case, not going to pass paying $6 and regretting it.  Here is what confused me, I couldn't get a rotisserie chicken.  People were buying 4-5 of them, they were camping to get one since they had them cooking in the back.  Why are people buying so many of those?

If it gets so bad that the water turns off, I think we'll have more important things to worry about than covid.  Being a Californian, I always have water and food to last a while.  They drilled that into us since kindergarten.  I was in yesterday stocking up on Kleenex.  It was the last day of the sale.

The rotisserie chicken is tasty and cheap.  It's a good Sunday dinner. :)
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: omraged9 on March 01, 2020, 11:56:38 PM
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Is she worse than Matt Smith? He cancelled today. /shockedbutnotreally

Sorry. :P

Sorry about Matt Smith. I haven't kept up with his statistics but I find that he seems to show up more than she does, heh... I still consider myself to be a big fan of Benoist despite her multiple cancellations but I find that it's best not to spend too much nonrefundable money on trips for her convention appearances unless there are other celebs you want to see at the same con. Like I don't expect her to ever show up at ECCC sadly. She seems to not like to show up at cons during the weeks that she works and ECCC takes place during her filming season. She's booked for a con in the UK in the spring after Supergirl filming ends. We'll see if she shows up for that one.

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I went today and it was crazy, people were buying so much water.  I don't think we would lose electricity and water as other countries haven't (that I have seen)  but I bought two in case, not going to pass paying $6 and regretting it.  Here is what confused me, I couldn't get a rotisserie chicken.  People were buying 4-5 of them, they were camping to get one since they had them cooking in the back.  Why are people buying so many of those?

I don't understand that either. I read that people were stocking up on toilet paper too which confused me. If people do get sick, why not stock up on Kleenex instead? As far as I know, people who get infected usually have respiratory symptoms, not digestive symptoms... As for the water bottles, I do think it makes sense to load up on water. When I get sick I try to drink as much hot water as possible. What I don't understand is why buy up small bottles of water when you can load up on the big gallon bottles of water instead for a better price (and less environmentally wasteful). There's no need to use travel size water bottles when you're just drinking it at home.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on March 02, 2020, 12:21:22 AM
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When I get sick I try to drink as much hot water as possible. What I don't understand is why buy up small bottles of water when you can load up on the big gallon bottles of water instead for a better price (and less environmentally wasteful). There's no need to use travel size water bottles when you're just drinking it at home.

Costco doesn’t have the big gallons. I’m not sure whether the bulk small ones there end up being cheaper per Oz than the big ones elsewhere (it’s fairly easy to find the gallons for $1 each), but I hate small bottles enough to not bother calculating, so I just buy my water at not-Costco.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Miclpea on March 02, 2020, 06:10:11 AM
We can still do a meetup but we will have to do elbows not hugs or handshakes!


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Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: NCDS on March 02, 2020, 07:11:04 AM
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The rotisserie chicken is tasty and cheap.  It's a good Sunday dinner. :)

Well, then a lot of people were having a lot of people over!  How many people do you need to eat 5 rotisserie chickens?
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on March 02, 2020, 09:43:03 AM
I got notice from USPS that my badge is coming in the mail today!
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: chocolateshake on March 02, 2020, 11:41:33 AM
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We can still do a meetup but we will have to do elbows not hugs or handshakes!


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I wouldn't do that considering that people are taught to cough and sneeze into their elbows. ;)
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: chocolateshake on March 02, 2020, 11:52:06 AM
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As far as I know, people who get infected usually have respiratory symptoms, not digestive symptoms...

Covid is lower respiratory, not upper respiratory like the flu or the cold.  So excessive mucus production is not as common and thus lower incidence of runny nose, sneezing or sore throat.  A cough and shortness of breath are more common symptoms.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Miclpea on March 02, 2020, 12:32:28 PM
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I wouldn't do that considering that people are taught to cough and sneeze into their elbows. ;)
Well, it looks like we will be doing a lot of bowing then.


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Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on March 02, 2020, 01:31:21 PM
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Well, it looks like we will be doing a lot of bowing then.

Aloof smile and queenly wave?

(https://i.imgur.com/guWW8UA.gif)
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Miclpea on March 02, 2020, 01:37:52 PM
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Aloof smile and queenly wave?

(https://i.imgur.com/guWW8UA.gif)



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Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Mario Wario on March 02, 2020, 03:09:00 PM
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I agree about Christopher Lloyd, high probability he cancels. So much for the BTTF centerpiece.

Re: GDC part 2...maybe, maybe not. Most of the cancellations at GDC were major sponsors/presenters and global companies. ECCC doesn’t really have those. This is something I’ve long complained about ECCC for not having, but this year it’s probably a good thing they don’t.
The comparison wasn’t about that, it was about GDC releasing a statement last week saying that the event was still on before announcing the postponement of the conference, due to the reason you listed above. The event managers were ‘forced’ to change their minds. It sure feels like ReedPop may be facing the same thing with ECCC after releasing a statement yesterday, still a likelihood of being ‘forced’ to cancel/postpone the con if Washington state recommends canceling all large events this month. So far, there's a good chance that ECCC 2020 may not happen next week.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on March 02, 2020, 03:57:21 PM
Actually...

ECCC tweeted yesterday, asking people what they were packing to bring to the show. And they received this response today.

(https://i.imgur.com/ccuADws.png)

So it looks like they are okay with the show going on, but just posting cautionary advice.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: DaveG on March 02, 2020, 04:29:02 PM
At C2E2 there were signs posted by some of the celebs asking people not to engage in shaking hands or hugs when taking a photo with the celeb and for their understanding as to why it wasn't allowed.  Not every celeb had those signs, but I saw more than one and suspect you'll see many of the same signs posted at ECCC.

I also saw one person come out prior to a celeb appearance and carefully wipe down the chairs and table with a sanitizer.  Not a bad practice, but still suspect its the kind of thing we'll see a lot more of this year.  Have to admit I used my own hand sanitizer and wipes more frequently this time around.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Mario Wario on March 02, 2020, 04:35:42 PM
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Actually...

ECCC tweeted yesterday, asking people what they were packing to bring to the show. And they received this response today.

(https://i.imgur.com/ccuADws.png)

So it looks like they are okay with the show going on, but just posting cautionary advice.
That should be posted, so that's good to see! Hopefully, it means good news for you all, but during today’s press conference in Washington state, it was stated again that local health officials are still thinking about recommending that large gatherings be canceled or postponed for now. Currently, this idea is being seen as a negative, though...for now. Local leaders aren't pleased that the number of confirmed cases keeps going up, obviously.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: darlenealderson on March 02, 2020, 04:37:45 PM
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If it gets so bad that the water turns off, I think we'll have more important things to worry about than covid.  Being a Californian, I always have water and food to last a while.  They drilled that into us since kindergarten.  I was in yesterday stocking up on Kleenex.  It was the last day of the sale.

The rotisserie chicken is tasty and cheap.  It's a good Sunday dinner. :)

Should people in Washington also have a ton of water in food in case of a large earthquake, too? Hopefully even if they're okay from the virus they keep it as emergency backup.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: omraged9 on March 02, 2020, 10:51:23 PM
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Costco doesn’t have the big gallons. I’m not sure whether the bulk small ones there end up being cheaper per Oz than the big ones elsewhere (it’s fairly easy to find the gallons for $1 each), but I hate small bottles enough to not bother calculating, so I just buy my water at not-Costco.

Yeah true about Costco but I usually get my big water bottles at Target and even the Dollar Stores have Crystal Geiser for $1 each. I think each water bottle have a CRV fee in California (5 cents for small size, 10 cents for big size), so a 24 pack of small water bottles would automatically add an extra dollar to the price.

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Covid is lower respiratory, not upper respiratory like the flu or the cold.  So excessive mucus production is not as common and thus lower incidence of runny nose, sneezing or sore throat.  A cough and shortness of breath are more common symptoms.

From what I read, COVID-19 can be either upper respiratory or lower or both. There's been discussion of people having mild symptoms with the disease, with some of them originally think they just have a regular flu or cold. It's probably also why the disease isn't as fatal as originally thought too. Here's a CDC article that discusses 2 pts from that infected Japanese ship:

https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/eid/article/26/6/20-0452_article
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: chocolateshake on March 03, 2020, 12:20:24 PM
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From what I read, COVID-19 can be either upper respiratory or lower or both. There's been discussion of people having mild symptoms with the disease, with some of them originally think they just have a regular flu or cold. It's probably also why the disease isn't as fatal as originally thought too. Here's a CDC article that discusses 2 pts from that infected Japanese ship:

https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/eid/article/26/6/20-0452_article

The reason that people with it in the upper respiratory system have mild to no symptoms is because it's a lower respiratory illness.  It doesn't replicate well up there.

Here is a Lancet article regarding covid.

"COVID-19 also has affinity for cells in the lower respiratory tract and can replicate there, causing radiological evidence of lower respiratory tract lesions in patients who do not present with clinical pneumonia."

https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(20)30374-3/fulltext?rss%3Dyes#bib8

Also, both the CDC and WHO recommend testing samples from the lower respiratory tract.  Initially testing can be done on the upper respiratory tract since getting a sample from the lower tract is harder.

As per the CDC, the criteria for testing is people with lower respiratory illness.

"Health care providers should contact their local/state health department immediately to notify them of patients with fever and lower respiratory illness who live in or have recently traveled to an affected area with sustained transmission or have been in close contact with a confirmed COVID-19 patient."

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/lab/guidelines-clinical-specimens.html

Guidance from the WHO is to test samples from the lower respiratory tract.  Test samples from the upper tract if you can't get it from the lower.

"Lower respiratory specimens likely have a higher diagnostic value than upper respiratory tract specimens for detecting COVID-19 infection. WHO recommends that, if possible, lower respiratory specimens such as sputum, endotracheal aspirate, or bronchoalveolar lavage be collected for COVID-19 testing. If patients do not have signs or symptoms of lower respiratory tract disease or specimen collection for lower respiratory tract disease is clinically indicated but the collection is not possible, upper respiratory tract specimens, such as a nasopharyngeal aspirate or combined nasopharyngeal and oropharyngeal swabs should be collected."

https://www.who.int/publications-detail/global-surveillance-for-human-infection-with-novel-coronavirus-(2019-ncov)
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: YouThinkMeMad on March 03, 2020, 01:50:58 PM
Jen Bartel just announced on Twitter, she won't be attending. Either will Kate Leth. Keep an eye on artists/guests social media about cancellations!
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on March 03, 2020, 01:55:29 PM
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The comparison wasn’t about that, it was about GDC releasing a statement last week saying that the event was still on before announcing the postponement of the conference, due to the reason you listed above. The event managers were ‘forced’ to change their minds. It sure feels like ReedPop may be facing the same thing with ECCC after releasing a statement yesterday, still a likelihood of being ‘forced’ to cancel/postpone the con if Washington state recommends canceling all large events this month. So far, there's a good chance that ECCC 2020 may not happen next week.

Gotcha. But in any case, it looks like this is has started to happen. :-/ Dark Horse has pulled out, which was one of the most recognizable exhibitors. Others may follow. If so, the one that would indicate that the whole con is done is Funko.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Mario Wario on March 03, 2020, 02:06:11 PM
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Gotcha. But in any case, it looks like this is has started to happen. :-/ Dark Horse has pulled out, which was one of the most recognizable exhibitors. Others may follow. If so, the one that would indicate that the whole con is done is Funko.
I am expecting more will pull out from going now. Stinks, but the confirmed cases keep going up over there in Seattle. Regardless, let’s see what Funko does. I am curious about what they will do.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: chocolateshake on March 03, 2020, 03:51:33 PM
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I am expecting more will pull out from going now. Stinks, but the confirmed cases keep going up over there in Seattle. Regardless, let’s see what Funko does. I am curious about what they will do.

Not to be alarmist, in fact I'm trying to quell any undue alarm.  Expect one day to wake up and find there to be a large jump in confirmed cases in the US.  It's not because there are suddenly many more people infected, those people are already infected.  It's because we haven't been testing.  We are far behind the curve.  Little South Korea tests 15,000 people a day.  On a good day, we test a few hundred in the US.  We don't have the capability.  Even residents that want to get tested in that Nursing Home that's ground zero in Kirkland can't get tested.  In South Korea, they offer drive thru testing for anyone who wants it.  Instead of taking hours or days to get the results here, they get the results in minutes in Korea.

Once we get up to speed and test like other countries do, I think we'll find that we have many more than 100+ or so people infected in the US.  Many more.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on March 03, 2020, 04:18:58 PM
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Not to be alarmist, in fact I'm trying to quell any undue alarm.  Expect one day to wake up and find there to be a large jump in confirmed cases in the US.  It's not because there are suddenly many more people infected, those people are already infected.  It's because we haven't been testing.  We are far behind the curve.  Little South Korea tests 15,000 people a day.  On a good day, we test a few hundred in the US.  We don't have the capability.  Even residents that want to get tested in that Nursing Home that's ground zero in Kirkland can't get tested.  In South Korea, they offer drive thru testing for anyone who wants it.  Instead of taking hours or days to get the results here, they get the results in minutes in Korea.

Once we get up to speed and test like other countries do, I think we'll find that we have many more than 100+ or so people infected in the US.  Many more.

I agree with this. I have seen people post that they have symptoms of coronavirus, but have been refused testing because they don't meet the criteria. Also, the reason for the sudden surge in reported cases is that states have been given the ability to test (it was only done on a federal level before). But I just read that they are lifting all restrictions, so that large jump could be coming soon: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/03/world/coronavirus-live-news-updates.html

Also...the death toll has been upped to 9, including two who had died before the first "official" death (and were both residents of the same nursing home that was ground zero), but they determined posthumously that they were from coronavirus. So it's very possible/almost certain that the US has already had many other deaths from coronavirus, they just weren't diagnosed.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Mario Wario on March 03, 2020, 04:39:17 PM
 https://www.seattletimes.com/entertainment/events/dark-horse-comics-penguin-random-house-pulling-out-of-emerald-city-comic-con/ (https://www.seattletimes.com/entertainment/events/dark-horse-comics-penguin-random-house-pulling-out-of-emerald-city-comic-con/)

Just sharing, nothing more.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on March 03, 2020, 05:13:09 PM
Hotel prices have started dropping like a rock. The Hyatt Regency ($185 on the block) is now $142 night if you book direct or $135 with a AAA membership. (48 hours cancellation which I believe is the same as the con block)

The Hilton I think was $174 con rate, but booking direct is $125 w/ 3 days cancellation or $120 w/ 5 days.

Crowne Plaza, $177 con rate, is $146 with a 24-hours refundable AAA rate and even cheaper (as low as 136) with a non-refundable rate.

Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Miclpea on March 03, 2020, 05:25:03 PM
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Hotel prices have started dropping like a rock. The Hyatt Regency ($185 on the block) is now $142 night if you book direct or $135 with a AAA membership.
Thank you for the update!!!
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: NCDS on March 03, 2020, 05:49:40 PM
Bye bye figpin

https://twitter.com/FiGPiNofficial/status/1229820524290871296
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: sefton42 on March 03, 2020, 05:53:49 PM
That figpin announcement was from a couple weeks ago.  But DC is canceling its appearances at all cons in March including ECCC.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: NCDS on March 03, 2020, 06:01:07 PM
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That figpin announcement was from a couple weeks ago.  But DC is canceling its appearances at all cons in March including ECCC.

You can clearly tell I am not interested in their product nor did I bother to check the date.  lol  Odd I just heard of it, but their product is stuck in China so it really makes sense.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: sefton42 on March 03, 2020, 06:03:21 PM
It also doesn't say that Figpin is pulling out, just that you'll buy at the show and they'll ship it to you later.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on March 03, 2020, 06:04:05 PM
Thanks for the tip on hotel rates! I just got $50 per night off of my room!
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: sefton42 on March 03, 2020, 06:05:43 PM
Are you staying at the Hyatt?
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on March 03, 2020, 06:13:22 PM
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Are you staying at the Hyatt?

Yes. We stayed there last year and it was so convenient to the Main Stage that I am willing to give up all of my Bonvoy perks... ;)
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: NCDS on March 03, 2020, 06:14:09 PM
I am hearing reports that DC comics is pulling out and since I don't want Sefton to correct me again I am putting in a clause it may not be true, anyone see the announcement.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on March 03, 2020, 06:17:48 PM
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I am hearing reports that DC comics is pulling out and since I don't want Sefton to correct me again I am putting in a clause it may not be true, anyone see the announcement.

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/seattles-emerald-city-comic-con-sees-cancelations-coronavirus-outbreak-1282425
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: NCDS on March 03, 2020, 06:17:51 PM
Here this person is giving a running total.

https://www.notion.so/9d49bba6f99a455db7693951aeae99fc?v=6600f3b6457d4cf083ff6b20b0796140
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: sefton42 on March 03, 2020, 06:18:41 PM
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That figpin announcement was from a couple weeks ago.  But DC is canceling its appearances at all cons in March including ECCC.

When I corrected you, there was a second sentence.  :-) . I saw the announcement.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: NCDS on March 03, 2020, 06:24:13 PM
I went back to my Figpin source and said thatnks for making me look like an idiot and I got told it's happening it's just not public. 

If they are wrong I plan to guilt-trip them for life!
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: NCDS on March 03, 2020, 06:24:54 PM
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When I corrected you, there was a second sentence.  :-) . I saw the announcement.

I promise I wasn't mad just teasing!


P.S. Since Seattle is out who wants to go to Disneyland?
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Miclpea on March 04, 2020, 06:04:53 AM
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Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: YouThinkMeMad on March 04, 2020, 10:46:36 AM
Skottie Young cancelled: https://www.skottieyoung.com/blog-1/2020/3/4/gqtb5cvxn69jtpf2awzg9anjv9in5r

CGC: https://www.facebook.com/CGCcomics/photos/a.185508971493116/2997938770250108

Christian Ward: https://twitter.com/cjwardart/status/1235172276863225857
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: sylent_asassin on March 04, 2020, 10:57:29 AM
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Here this person is giving a running total.

https://www.notion.so/9d49bba6f99a455db7693951aeae99fc?v=6600f3b6457d4cf083ff6b20b0796140

It was 37 cancellations late last night when I checked on the FB ECCC page and it's now at 47. Once the headliners and main guests start to pull out, it's a wrap... and knowing ReedPop, they won't let us know until a day or two before the con.

I wonder if ECCC is considering postponing the show until the late Summer or Fall when this epidemic has passed. As of now, there are just too many unknowns about the virus, like the ever-changing incubation period.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: YouThinkMeMad on March 04, 2020, 11:03:11 AM
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It was 37 cancellations late last night when I checked on the FB ECCC page and it's now at 47. Once the headliners and main guests start to pull out, it's a wrap... and knowing ReedPop, they won't let us know until a day or two before the con.

I wonder if ECCC is considering postponing the show until the late Summer or Fall when this epidemic has passed. As of now, there are just too many unknowns about the virus, like the ever-changing incubation period.

I doubt it. It all comes down to if the convention center has any dates open. Plus you don't want to run into overlapping issues with events like HerosCon or NYCC.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: NCDS on March 04, 2020, 11:10:28 AM
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I doubt it. It all comes down to if the convention center has any dates open. Plus you don't want to run into overlapping issues with events like HerosCon or NYCC.

They run NYCC so I doubt they could handle two at the same time.  They actually own a lot of convention and I am sure that would make it even harder.  they need it to occur when the convention center is open and they have the staffing and resources.

I feel bad for all the people who are going to lose a paycheck because of this.  Already working for min. wage, a lot probably live paycheck to paycheck, and now they will lose hours. 
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Mario Wario on March 04, 2020, 11:13:18 AM
https://twitter.com/onipress/status/1235280373300359168?s=21

Oni Press is not going to ECCC.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Miclpea on March 04, 2020, 11:25:36 AM
Transmute Jun and NCDS, are you still a go?


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Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: NCDS on March 04, 2020, 11:27:11 AM
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If ECCC is still happening and my after parties also are I believe I am.  However, I am wondering will restaurants be open to eat at?
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on March 04, 2020, 11:33:13 AM
I am going as long as the con is still happening. I promised DrWho42 that I would cover the con for the FoCC Blog, even if it means wandering around taking pictures of an empty exhibit floor. ;)

What I would like is for ECCC to make a public statement about their intentions. If they plan to cancel, just cancel. If they intend to keep going no matter what (barring government shutdown) then announce that. If celebrity guests have canceled, then announce that. if all celebrity guests are intact, announce that too.

It's the not knowing/limbo that is killing me!
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: marcblau on March 04, 2020, 11:50:14 AM
My uninformed guess is that they are waiting for the government to shut them down so they can collect insurance money (a voluntary cancellation may not allow them to file a claim) - but I would like them to decide sooner or later.  Can't imagine any of the celebrity talent will want to attend next week.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Miclpea on March 04, 2020, 11:54:08 AM
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My uninformed guess is that they are waiting for the government to shut them down so they can collect insurance money (a voluntary cancellation may not allow them to file a claim) - but I would like them to decide sooner or later.  Can't imagine any of the celebrity talent will want to attend next week.
I believe your assessment is correct. Unfortunately, it is clear that there are way more cases that the health authorities have not identified. It is puzzling to me that they have not canceled the event with all of the deaths in the surrounding area and especially with the infected Amazon employee.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: YouThinkMeMad on March 04, 2020, 11:57:48 AM
They just released this:

https://www.emeraldcitycomiccon.com/RNA/RNA_EmeraldCityComiccon/2020/docs/ECCC-2020-Fan-Refund.pdf?utm_source=cmv3-attendee-all&utm_campaign=COVID19-03-12-2020&utm_medium=social&utm_term=C

Basically the show is going to happen but they're making it easier for people to get refunds.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on March 04, 2020, 12:13:07 PM
Oh thank goodness! A statement, and one that confirms that the show is still happening.

I feel better.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: NCDS on March 04, 2020, 12:15:23 PM
I like how the release leaves them space to still cancel! 

I appreciate they are willing to refund, this is probably from the backlash when they denied refunding those with Immune disorders and that are pregnant.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: YouThinkMeMad on March 04, 2020, 12:31:42 PM
They tweeted out they're trying to work something out for exhibitors and guests that cancelled as well.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on March 04, 2020, 12:49:33 PM
https://www.friendsofcc.com/2020/03/04/eccc-2020-is-happening/
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: sefton42 on March 04, 2020, 12:53:17 PM
One thing I’ve learned is that if an entertainment guest cancels, they get taken off of the Epic site before there’s an announcement by the con.  So I keep refreshing the epic site to see if there are any disappearances.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on March 04, 2020, 01:02:40 PM
Good idea, Sefton! Now checking that as well.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Miclpea on March 04, 2020, 01:06:10 PM
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One thing I’ve learned is that if an entertainment guest cancels, they get taken off of the Epic site before there’s an announcement by the con.  So I keep refreshing the epic site to see if there are any disappearances.
Could you put a link to the Epic site?
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on March 04, 2020, 01:06:56 PM
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Could you put a link to the Epic site?

https://www.emeraldcitycomiccon.com/Guests/Buy-Autographs-And-Photo-Ops/
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: sefton42 on March 04, 2020, 01:08:12 PM
https://store.epicphotoops.com/emerald-city-comic-con/2020
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: chocolateshake on March 04, 2020, 01:24:48 PM
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My uninformed guess is that they are waiting for the government to shut them down so they can collect insurance money (a voluntary cancellation may not allow them to file a claim) - but I would like them to decide sooner or later.  Can't imagine any of the celebrity talent will want to attend next week.

They discussed this exact thing on the news today.  That even if a company has insurance for these types of black swan events, that if they cancel voluntarily that the policy may not pay.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Miclpea on March 04, 2020, 01:26:36 PM
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https://store.epicphotoops.com/emerald-city-comic-con/2020
Thank you!
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on March 04, 2020, 02:08:23 PM
Also, checking the panel schedule may clue you in to who dropped out. The Jim Lee panel is gone (and people have been saying he officially pulled out.) Both of the Dreamworks property panels are gone too.

This next part is entirely speculation, as I don't know the exact cancellation policies, but at this point it's a waiting game between ReedPop and the city/state, and it entirely hinges on what the city/state decides. If ReedPop cancels, they probably will still owe money to the city for the convention center and elsewhere. They didn't want to offer refunds, but had no choice when the major booths started pulling out. At that point it was no longer the show a lot of people went for, and forcing no refunds would have damaged their reputation...but even if half the people choose to get a refund but the show goes on, then they'll make some money which is better than no money.

Whereas if the city forces ECCC to cancel, the city would have to refund them. The city probably doesn't want to do that, either...they'd would lose a lot of money, not just convention center rent but all the hotels/other spending that attendees would no longer do. However, once coronavirus gets past a certain point, the government would have a responsibility to publicly take action -- whereas ReedPop has no such responsibility. But if that does happen, I just hope it isn't while I'm on my way up...
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: sylent_asassin on March 04, 2020, 02:17:00 PM
If you're on Instagram, Twitter or any other social media outlet, that would be a quicker, more reliable method of receiving updates regarding cancellations. Can't really depend on ReedPop to keep us in the loop, at least punctually.

From Jim Lee's Instagram:

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It's with great sadness and regret that I am canceling my appearance at Emerald City Comic Con due to coronavirus concerns. Profuse apologies for any inconvenience and frustration this may cause.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Miclpea on March 04, 2020, 02:42:23 PM
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Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on March 04, 2020, 02:49:57 PM
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I’m not afraid of getting sick, I’m afraid of being quarantined!

I feel the same way. Honestly, this thing is so virulent that I’m pretty sure that my family and I will get it anyway. I just want to enjoy myself until that happens. I don’t put my life on hold for fear of regular flu, or an earthquake, or any other disaster. I’ll just deal with it as it comes. It’s these cancelations and the risk of quarantine that stress me out.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Mario Wario on March 04, 2020, 03:13:30 PM
 https://twitter.com/KCPubHealth/status/1235333218708185088?s=20 (https://twitter.com/KCPubHealth/status/1235333218708185088?s=20)

Public Health (Seattle and Kings County) is recommending that people should consider avoiding large crowds, as well as (if possible) cancelling/postponing any events.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Miclpea on March 04, 2020, 03:26:01 PM
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https://twitter.com/KCPubHealth/status/1235333218708185088?s=20 (https://twitter.com/KCPubHealth/status/1235333218708185088?s=20)

Public Health (Seattle and Kings County) is recommending that people should consider avoiding large crowds, as well as (if possible) cancelling/postponing any events.
Why don’t they make ECCC cancel the event then?


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Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Mario Wario on March 04, 2020, 03:31:25 PM
https://twitter.com/FiGPiNofficial/status/1235341778213056512?s=20

FiGPiN has pulled out. I believe Funko will do the same soon, but we shall see.


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Why don’t they make ECCC cancel the event then?


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Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: sefton42 on March 04, 2020, 03:41:32 PM
Isn’t Funko based in Seattle?  They may figure they’re not at much more risk going to the con.
I fund it weird that none of the entertainment guests have said they’re canceling.  If the ones I want to see decided to cancel, I would just cut my losses and not go.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Mario Wario on March 04, 2020, 03:46:17 PM
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Isn’t Funko based in Seattle?  They may figure they’re not at much more risk going to the con.
I fund it weird that none of the entertainment guests have said they’re canceling.  If the ones I want to see decided to cancel, I would just cut my losses and not go.
Everett, Washington, so close enough. Overall, they could be thinking that and (apparently) they are planning on going still...for now. As for the actors, I don’t know...Money? Paper work?
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on March 04, 2020, 03:52:32 PM
Everett is where the first US coronavirus case was. I've also noticed that none of the cancellations have been entertainment guests either. Some have even specifically said they are still attending (i.e. Rachel Skarsten, Boys cast). Perhaps they don't want to cancel for the same reason why ReedPop doesn't want to cancel ECCC...too much $$$ at stake if they cancel before they're forced to.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: SamTurtledove on March 04, 2020, 03:57:06 PM
ECCC 2020 Fan Refund Form

https://www.instagram.com/p/B9UyjzunIFh/

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For an updated message from Emerald City Comic Con about COVID-19, please visit EmCity2020.com/COVID19 #ECCC2020



https://www.emeraldcitycomiccon.com/-Forms-/ECCC-2020-Fan-Refund-Form/

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Our fans are central to all Reedpop decisions, and always will be. We value all of your voices and the spectrum of feedback that we have been receiving. We know that there are a number of fans in Seattle that remain excited to safely gather and celebrate their fandom and we are dedicated to building a fun, safe con experience for them even during these difficult times. However, knowing that no two fans are alike, we have decided to make an exception to our no refunds ticket policy for our fans who are either unable or uncomfortable attending Emerald City Comic Con in light of current events.

Know that we are following the enhanced cleaning guidelines, precautions and procedures that we recently deployed at our PAX East event in Boston and C2E2 in Chicago. We also insist that all fans, guests and exhibitors adhere to good sense and all protocols as suggested by the CDC. We are fully prepared to adjust our plans as the situation in and around Seattle develops. We intend to follow all city, state and federal guidelines. If the direction from official public health authorities does change between now and the show, we will adhere to that guidance.

We want to express our concern for everyone impacted by the COVID-19 virus. The well-being of our global Reedpop community, from our fans and exhibitors to our staff on-site at every show is of the utmost importance to Reedpop and we take pride in creating a positive environment to celebrate comics, cosplay and pop culture.

Please fill out the form below to begin the refund process.

In regards to any merchandise purchases: If merchandise was purchased after the ticket mailing deadline for onsite pick up, we will either refund the merchandise or ship it to you post ECCC, free of charge. If merchandise has already been shipped, we will not be able to provide a refund.


Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: sefton42 on March 04, 2020, 03:57:38 PM
Actually, if the Boys cast is going, I find that reassuring.  Karl and one of the others had commitments so they changed days, so I assume they still have filming going on or something.  The studio could have told them not to go because of the virus, and they could cleanly cancel.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on March 04, 2020, 03:58:51 PM
Apparently, Funko was on a livestream today and confirmed that they are still coming to ECCC. @NCDS (https://www.friendsofcc.com/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=2339)  can you confirm the source, please?
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: sylent_asassin on March 04, 2020, 04:16:38 PM
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Actually, if the Boys cast is going, I find that reassuring.  Karl and one of the others had commitments so they changed days, so I assume they still have filming going on or something.  The studio could have told them not to go because of the virus, and they could cleanly cancel.

I don't want to be Mr. Negativity, but I would be shocked if Karl didn't cancel at some point. Dude is a HUGE germophobe. I met him at DragonCon for a signing and he wouldn't shake my hand when I reached out. He only did quick fist bumps.

Regarding the celebs cancelling, I find it hard to believe that none of them have cancelled with first- the news of the outbreaks and; the almost mass exodus of talent/booths. The number of cancellations are up to 50. I think ReedPop knows who cancelled, but is withholding that information so people don't panic and request refunds all at once.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on March 04, 2020, 04:21:44 PM
Spider-Verse Animation panel pulled. :(
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: sefton42 on March 04, 2020, 04:24:41 PM
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I don't want to be Mr. Negativity, but I would be shocked if Karl didn't cancel at some point. Dude is a HUGE germophobe. I met him at DragonCon for a signing and he wouldn't shake my hand when I reached out. He only did quick fist bumps.

Regarding the celebs cancelling, I find it hard to believe that none of them have cancelled with first- the news of the outbreaks and; the almost mass exodus of talent/booths. The number of cancellations are up to 50. I think ReedPop knows who cancelled, but is withholding that information so people don't panic and request refunds all at once.

Plus he also cancels a lot!
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: NCDS on March 04, 2020, 04:59:55 PM
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Apparently, Funko was on a livestream today and confirmed that they are still coming to ECCC. @NCDS (https://www.friendsofcc.com/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=2339)  can you confirm the source, please?

Yes the said it on their live stream.  Other people heard it also

https://twitter.com/DisFunko/status/1235324957426622465


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Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: sefton42 on March 04, 2020, 06:13:35 PM
Have all the cancelations been guests and exhibitors at the convention center?  Not guests who would basically be at one of the hotels the whole time?
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on March 04, 2020, 06:17:51 PM
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Why don’t they make ECCC cancel the event then?

The verbage is currently "recommending, but not requiring." https://kingcounty.gov/depts/health/news/2020/March/4-covid-recommendations.aspx
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on March 04, 2020, 06:49:34 PM
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Have all the cancelations been guests and exhibitors at the convention center?  Not guests who would basically be at one of the hotels the whole time?

So far, yes. The only big entertainment guest who has officially cancelled is Matt Smith, and I believe that was for other reasons.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: sefton42 on March 04, 2020, 06:54:17 PM
I wonder if entertainment guests haven’t canceled because they’ll be more contained.  Don’t have to go outside to get around the con.  Can do no touching at photo ops.  Handlers handle all the auto items.  Basically treat them all like Stan Lee in his 90s.  And the celebs are probably staying at the Hyatt too.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: chocolateshake on March 04, 2020, 06:57:07 PM
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I’m not afraid of getting sick, I’m afraid of being quarantined!

Our government is not doing a good job of preparing people for what to expect.  People think that the crisis period will only be 2 weeks.  Is flu season only 2 weeks?  Has Wuhan been locked down for only 2 weeks?  The UK is doing a much better job.  Not only have they published their plan, but they have told people to expect 12 weeks of measures once the plan is enacted.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Miclpea on March 04, 2020, 07:58:49 PM
Who else is staying at the Hyatt Regency? Do you want to meet for adult beverages?


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Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Miclpea on March 04, 2020, 08:12:16 PM
https://news.yahoo.com/seattle-ghost-town-residents-face-040500149.html


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Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Miclpea on March 04, 2020, 08:13:30 PM
Have they announced a winner of the hotel contest?


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Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: dolphina on March 04, 2020, 08:57:06 PM
I think that ECCC is waiting for the governor or CDC to make the decision so that their insurance policy will kick in, if they cancel it on their own, insurance won’t cover anything. That’s just my opinion.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on March 04, 2020, 08:59:02 PM
We might hear something tomorrow, with Mike Pence meeting with the Governor.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: AzT on March 04, 2020, 09:02:33 PM
https://twitter.com/glovestudios/status/1235202998986592257

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If anyone out there is curious about who will show up for #ECCC, as of now I’m currently still planning to attend but am closely keeping an eye on developments and weighing decisions. Any input from locals is welcome too.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: NCDS on March 04, 2020, 09:04:02 PM
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We might hear something tomorrow, with Mike Pence meeting with the Governor.

The punk rocker in me wants to do the opposite of anything pence says. 
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on March 04, 2020, 09:09:04 PM
My point was only that the purpose of the meeting is to make plans and decisions... and those decisions will likely impact ECCC. I am sure whatever comes out of it will be a joint decision.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: NCDS on March 04, 2020, 09:17:46 PM
Sorry, I was having fun, I do get your point, I promise.  The teenager in me just wants to fight the government.

I really don't think any of us should be confident this is happening.  I get they stand to lose a lot of money and so they want to be absolutely sure they have no choice.  My brain is spinning with all the factors. 
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Miclpea on March 04, 2020, 09:21:49 PM
The optics of a major outbreak would be devastating for Seattle and ReedPop. Basic project management: take your hits early before they metastasize into something larger.


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Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Miclpea on March 04, 2020, 09:23:17 PM
Take the financial hit which is a known known. An outbreak would be a financial known unknown.


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Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on March 05, 2020, 05:38:36 AM
While I would love to be attending this con next week, the fact that SXSW is falling apart (and they're not anywhere near an 'epicenter') is concerning me.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Miclpea on March 05, 2020, 05:48:44 AM
I can’t afford to take any illness home because I have an elderly mother who fits the criteria for the most vulnerable to the disease.


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Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: dolphina on March 05, 2020, 05:54:21 AM
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We might hear something tomorrow, with Mike Pence meeting with the Governor.
Can’t wait to hear what is decided.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: NCDS on March 05, 2020, 06:34:47 AM
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I can’t afford to take any illness home because I have an elderly mother who fits the criteria for the most vulnerable to the disease.


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Sounds like your decision is made and completely understandable.   I also have an elderly mother, though luckily very healthy. last night I decided she got to be part of the decision.  Surprisingly she is okay with me going, she said since I am asthmatic she is more concerned about me than her.   
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Miclpea on March 05, 2020, 06:56:46 AM
https://www.cnbc.com/2020/03/05/coronavirus-facebook-contractor-in-seattle-tests-positive.html
Hmmm...


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Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: dolphina on March 05, 2020, 07:14:54 AM
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https://www.cnbc.com/2020/03/05/coronavirus-facebook-contractor-in-seattle-tests-positive.html
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I wonder how many people that FB contractor came into contact with while he was there
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: YouThinkMeMad on March 05, 2020, 07:33:16 AM
RP is now offering refunds to those in AA:

https://www.comicsbeat.com/eccc-20-exhibitors-refunds/
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: NCDS on March 05, 2020, 08:12:31 AM
I wonder if that will increase the cancellations.  Good for them though, this is the right decision. 
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: dolphina on March 05, 2020, 08:26:56 AM
Totally agree. Glad to see it.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: sefton42 on March 05, 2020, 08:30:33 AM
So I asked a friend of mine who works for the CDC in VA about the risk of bringing the virus home with me if I go.  She said that most likely it's here already, it just hasn't been detected yet.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: YouThinkMeMad on March 05, 2020, 08:48:25 AM
If you're trying to keep up with cancellations, be aware that the ECCC website isn't up to date. Christian Ward just sent out a tweet reminding everyone he isn't going anymore, even though he's still listed on the site. The best way to know what's up is to check the social media of the artists/guests directly.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: dolphina on March 05, 2020, 09:03:15 AM
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So I asked a friend of mine who works for the CDC in VA about the risk of bringing the virus home with me if I go.  She said that most likely it's here already, it just hasn't been detected yet.
Yes, until they start testing more than just the people who have traveled to affected countries, they won’t get an accurate count. Community transfer of the disease has been going on for weeks.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on March 05, 2020, 09:24:57 AM
The Bay Area has the next most # of coronavirus case after Seattle (and its numbers are most likely way underreported too), it’s already here and I am not any more worried about getting it there than here. I’d be more worried about getting stuck/quarantined, or that if the con isn’t canceled by the time I leave, that it gets canceled during my flight, or even halfway through the con.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: karatekid on March 05, 2020, 09:38:45 AM
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The Bay Area has the next most # of coronavirus case after Seattle (and its numbers are most likely way underreported too), it’s already here and I am not any more worried about getting it there than here. I’d be more worried about getting stuck/quarantined, or that if the con isn’t canceled by the time I leave, that it gets canceled during my flight, or even halfway through the con.
Why you gonna go and jinx us Bay Area people like this hikanteki?!  :( ??? ;)
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: sylent_asassin on March 05, 2020, 09:54:00 AM
At this juncture, I think ReedPop should do the right thing and postpone this show. Currently, there are 85 cancellations according to this:

https://www.notion.so/9d49bba6f99a455db7693951aeae99fc?v=6600f3b6457d4cf083ff6b20b0796140

It was at 50 last night... not to mention the celebs who haven't announced that they're backing out, so there won't be much of a convention remaining. Imagine how the exhibitor hall would look without 85 populated booths.

I was really looking forward to this show and purchased funko pops, comic books and sketch cover variants for signings, but I would rather attend a show that's at full-strength than at 40%. While it was a nice gesture from ReedPop to offer refunds for fans and exhibitors, I would be extremely upset if it was announced that the show was cancelled while I was in transit. I'd be stuck with the hotel, shuttle and flight costs. With the mass exodus of talent and exhibitors, I hope ReedPop makes a quick decision in consideration of saving their fans money and heartache.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: NCDS on March 05, 2020, 10:00:28 AM
Actually it was 70 last night, you must go to bed before me :)

I think even that person is having problems keeping up with the cancellations. 


My fears are there is nothing to see, the panels I want not happening, and then getting stuck in the city with all restaurants closed.  I'll probably bring my work laptop so I can at least get paid if that happened.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: karatekid on March 05, 2020, 10:03:31 AM
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At this juncture, I think ReedPop should do the right thing and postpone this show. Currently, there are 85 cancellations
It looks like most of them are individual artist alley peeps. As someone who only takes a quick peek and walkthrough that's not a big deal for me. Plus for me this is a time to get away and hang out with friends .... who at this point are all still coming. So my fingers crossed ECCC does NOT cancel!
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Godolphin on March 05, 2020, 10:10:56 AM
At least Reedpop is offering refunds, SXSW is also just a shell of a convention now with nearly all major companies canceling or about to cancel. But SXSW refuses to offer any refunds or refund hotel bookings made through their booking system. Their email response is their refund terms : SXSW does not issue refunds under any circumstances. Any and all payments made to SXSW are not refundable for any reason, including, without limitation, failure to use Credentials due to illness, acts of God, travel-related problems, acts of terrorism, loss of employment and/or duplicate purchases.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: NCDS on March 05, 2020, 10:15:19 AM
We can say SXSW made it clear they wouldn't do it.    Wow though!
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: dolphina on March 05, 2020, 10:29:22 AM
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The Bay Area has the next most # of coronavirus case after Seattle (and its numbers are most likely way underreported too), it’s already here and I am not any more worried about getting it there than here. I’d be more worried about getting stuck/quarantined, or that if the con isn’t canceled by the time I leave, that it gets canceled during my flight, or even halfway through the con.
That is my personal concern too.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: YouThinkMeMad on March 05, 2020, 10:33:23 AM
From FB:

The health and safety of both our own teams and our trading partners are of utmost concern to us. So, we have made the difficult decision to cancel both Gentle Giant, Ltd. and Diamond Select Toys’ attendance at Emerald City Comic-Con. We appreciate the efforts of the Reedpop team and the state and local authorities they’re working with, and hope that the show is successful for them, their exhibitors, and the many fans who look forward to the show each year.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: chocolateshake on March 05, 2020, 10:34:05 AM
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I can’t afford to take any illness home because I have an elderly mother who fits the criteria for the most vulnerable to the disease.


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I've tried making that exact point.  I wish the government would do something to drive that point home.  Up in Washington State they are recommending that people 60 and over self isolate.  In their words people over 60 and pregnant women should "stay home".  But they don't say that anyone with someone over 60 at home should stay home.  Since there's no point in someone 60 staying home if the people they are living with don't do the same.  The New York case has proven over and over and over again that if one person gets it in the house, everyone will.  That one person has been linked to 11 people getting sick by yesterday's count.  He infected his own family and the people he infected, infected all the members of their families.

Infectious diseases aren't just about you, they are about all the people you can infect.  So if you are living with your parents or grandparents, while you maybe 20 and can shake off covid with no problems, the older people in the house won't fair as well.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Miclpea on March 05, 2020, 11:11:46 AM
Check out this article.

https://www.statnews.com/2020/03/03/washington-state-risks-seeing-explosion-in-coronavirus-without-dramatic-action-new-analysis-says/?fbclid=IwAR2Mt9Ymt3kPaevH3sgJrXAOyfHh743gi_PjiXJ50Wwxacuw_X2oN6WJ3Wc
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: marcia29 on March 05, 2020, 11:25:29 AM
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Check out this article.

https://www.statnews.com/2020/03/03/washington-state-risks-seeing-explosion-in-coronavirus-without-dramatic-action-new-analysis-says/?fbclid=IwAR2Mt9Ymt3kPaevH3sgJrXAOyfHh743gi_PjiXJ50Wwxacuw_X2oN6WJ3Wc

Powerful information. Thank you @Miclpea (https://www.friendsofcc.com/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=4892)  The time to act to curtail this is now as uncomfortable as this will be on many fronts.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: chocolateshake on March 05, 2020, 11:46:06 AM
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Check out this article.

https://www.statnews.com/2020/03/03/washington-state-risks-seeing-explosion-in-coronavirus-without-dramatic-action-new-analysis-says/?fbclid=IwAR2Mt9Ymt3kPaevH3sgJrXAOyfHh743gi_PjiXJ50Wwxacuw_X2oN6WJ3Wc

Unfortunately, we aren't China or even Japan or Korea.  Americans will not put up with the needed measures.  Many people even think this is a "hoax".  Just look at the stunt that happened the other day on the floor of congress.

Here is one example.  At a popular chicken chain in China, people normally wear masks and gloves.  Now they no longer take dirty cash and prefer that people order with their phones.  If they don't and use the self order kiosk, a worker disinfects that kiosk after each customer.  Here in the US at the same chicken chain, the person who takes your money gets your food.  No mask, no glove, no handwashing and not even a squirt of hand sanitizer.

China got a lot of criticism for it's lockdown a month ago.  It wasn't just in Wuhan, the streets of Beijing and Shanghai were also deserted.  Now with hindsight, they did the right thing.  Not just for China but for the world.  They bought us time.  Some used that time wisely.  Others did not.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Mario Wario on March 05, 2020, 12:36:28 PM
Source: https://mynorthwest.com/1744551/live-updates-coronavirus-washington-state/

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Dr. Chris Spitters with Snohomish Health ... encouraged residents to avoid non-essential gatherings with large groups of 50 or more people. “The larger the group, the higher the risk,” Spitters said.

More importantly:

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Epidemiologist Dr. Eric Ding spoke with KIRO Radio’s Gee and Ursula Show, stressing the need for massively increased safety measures in Washington state. “I think the Seattle area in Washington state is potentially on the cusp of being a Wuhan 2.0,” he cautioned. Ding went on to note that the possibility of shutting down large events like Emerald City Comic Con in downtown Seattle should be something under “urgent consideration.”

Looks like it is ‘strongly encouraged’ to cancel big events from health officials. I guess it’s almost at required?
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: sefton42 on March 05, 2020, 01:37:21 PM
They just posted this.  https://www.emeraldcitycomiccon.com/About/Cancellations/?utm_source=cmv3-attendee-all&utm_campaign=Show-Info-03-12-2020&utm_medium=social&utm_term=SI
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on March 05, 2020, 02:14:42 PM
So we finally see our first celeb cancelations...
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: NCDS on March 05, 2020, 03:01:27 PM
Ugh, so much uncertainty, I hate not knowing if this is happening and if it is will there be anything to see?
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on March 05, 2020, 04:01:17 PM
Well, they got one new exhibitor.

(https://scontent-sjc3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/88265867_2505274116405085_204410855259897856_o.jpg?_nc_cat=101&_nc_sid=8024bb&_nc_ohc=QRN-yHlGVOEAX8dsz4I&_nc_ht=scontent-sjc3-1.xx&oh=8f0090ee76925a3fa8dc6cb3be6b1521&oe=5E81CE91)

Since CGC pulled out (and apparently had an exclusive contract with ReedPop), that opened the door for another comic grading service such as CBCS.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on March 05, 2020, 04:21:57 PM
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They just posted this.  https://www.emeraldcitycomiccon.com/About/Cancellations/?utm_source=cmv3-attendee-all&utm_campaign=Show-Info-03-12-2020&utm_medium=social&utm_term=SI

While most of the major exhibitors have pulled out (which was a relatively low number to begin with, though there will be noticeable big gaps on the floor) the remaining list is still pretty huge. Of course, a lot can change by next week including the entire thing possibly getting cancelled, but at this point it would still be a pretty decent show.

I'm also assuming the Back to the Future Panel isn't happening, even though that hasn't been announced yet. Aside from that, most of what I was mainly interested in is still (at this point) a go:

Exhibitors
Funko
Popminded by Hallmark
Tokidoki
Space Needle LLC

Guest Panels
Mark Ruffalo
Umbrella Academy
Boys

Non-Spotlight Panels
Chillin With Voice Actors
FX's Devs Sneak Peek
Where No Man Has Gone Before
Queens of Adventure Live
Titmouse pt. 1
Titmouse pt. 2
AMC's World Beyond (I complained about screenings that weren't full panels last year, but that turned out to be a good thing this year...unless they cancel this screening anyway, in which case I'm going to roll my eyes so hard)

Panels gone that are a disappointments:
Spiderverse Animation
Kipo and the Wonderbeasts

Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on March 05, 2020, 07:02:24 PM
Breaking news! Last minute addition is sure to be a bestseller at the ECCC Merch store this con...

(https://i.imgur.com/xouBjhp.jpg)

(and yes, this is a joke)
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on March 06, 2020, 07:13:20 AM
I woke up to this email in my inbox this morning.

Vault Regretfully Cancels ECCC 2020 Appearance, Teases Special Virtual Event


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Missoula, MT (3/6/2020): Vault Comics has announced they will not be exhibiting at Emerald City Comic Con 2020.

For fans everywhere, including those who will miss them at ECCC, Vault is working on a special virtual event that will include creators, limited edition merchandise, and special sales, and will give fans a chance to talk directly to the Vault team.

“I’m sad to say that Vault won’t be exhibiting at Emerald City Comic Convention this year,” said Vault Publisher, Damian Wassel. “It’s our favorite convention and we’ll miss it dearly. We look forward to returning to Seattle in 2021. In lieu of exhibiting at the convention, we’re organizing a virtual event to support our creative teams and engage our readers everywhere. We’ll share more about that soon.”

More information on this special virtual event will be announced in the next few days.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: NCDS on March 06, 2020, 07:16:01 AM
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Breaking news! Last minute addition is sure to be a bestseller at the ECCC Merch store this con...

(https://i.imgur.com/xouBjhp.jpg)

(and yes, this is a joke)


Considering the whole state is sold out it would actually get people to show up to the con!!!
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: NCDS on March 06, 2020, 08:06:22 AM
Here we have it!!!

The Mayor says it's up to the county to cancel ECCC

https://comicbook.com/comics/2020/03/06/emerald-city-comic-con-canceled-coronavirus-seattle-jenny-durkan/

The County says it's up to Reedpop:
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-VJREOETq1tk/XmJvg1M72CI/AAAAAAAAAP4/-LiOcpJ5NFg_yNh7NlbYOinwE5NhAl0rACK8BGAsYHg/s0/2020-03-06.jpg)


and Reedpop says they aren't' going to cancel

https://www.emeraldcitycomiccon.com/RNA/RNA_v2Sandbox-5/_never-delete/coronavirus/A-message-from-emerald-city-comic-con.pdf?v=637186798778284510


SO it is up to each individual to decide if going is worth it to them.  Also why most are young remember if you catch it, you have your co-workers, family, and friends to also think about.  My mother is 75 so while I can go with very little risk I have to think about her.

I do understand though he chances are slim and I could still catch it at work, the store, or movie theater here.

Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: YouThinkMeMad on March 06, 2020, 09:52:16 AM
https://www.seattletimes.com/entertainment/events/emerald-city-comic-con-2020-thousands-of-fans-opt-for-refunds/?fbclid=IwAR3mUtGfPsHoIaIlJznub1nKiu8CjDZCYG1Nn4qdTflxwr2m6BRXLh-3_7k

"About 10,000 of the 75,000 fans who pre-purchased badges for Emerald City Comic Con returned them in the first 24 hours after organizers announced on Wednesday a refund option for those fearful of the novel coronavirus outbreak in Seattle."
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: marcia29 on March 06, 2020, 10:05:48 AM
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"About 10,000 of the 75,000 fans who pre-purchased badges for Emerald City Comic Con returned them in the first 24 hours after organizers announced on Wednesday a refund option for those fearful of the novel coronavirus outbreak in Seattle."

Sounds like a lot of returns, to me  ??? In just 24 hours... :o
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: YouThinkMeMad on March 06, 2020, 10:14:38 AM
And there's still people who are waiting for badges in the mail to begin the return process.


The article does say they're still selling badges at around 500 a day but I'm sure most of those people are local and might wait it out and make a call the day. And no word on if those badges are single day or multi day.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: jazzyj on March 06, 2020, 10:34:25 AM
Decided to cancel my trip for ECCC this year, which is a bummer because it would've been my first time attending but at the same time, I want my first ECCC to be amazing and not like this :(

Well at least I can save up some PTO and money for other cons this year
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: sylent_asassin on March 06, 2020, 10:34:45 AM
Just announced that ECCC 2020 is postponed.

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Hey ECCC fans,

Each year the Emerald City Comic Con team works their hardest to do right by the thousands of fans that come together in Seattle. We want to create a space for you to gather, be yourselves and make memories with those who matter to you most. We have been closely monitoring the situation around the COVID-19 virus in Seattle, and, after many hours of conversation internally and consultation with local government officials and the tourism bureau, we have decided to move next week's Emerald City Comic Con to Summer 2020 with date and detail announcement forthcoming. We did everything that we could to run the event as planned, but ultimately, we are following the guidance of the local public health officials indicating that conventions should now be postponed.
>> To all of our fans who purchased tickets, you will receive a refund on your tickets, no further action is needed on your part. Due to the volume, we expect you will receive your refund in 30 days. We appreciate your patience and understanding. <<

Our hearts go out to the entire Seattle community, everyone impacted by the COVID-19 virus, and all of you, the nearly 100,000 amazing human beings who look forward to this event each year. Our team was incredibly excited to see you at Emerald City Comic Con next week, however, fans, artists, exhibitors and the rest of the community are what make Reedpop events so special and it is our duty to make sure that your safety comes first.

We know that this decision is going to greatly impact many of our individual creators, small businesses and service workers. To those whose careers depend on ECCC - we will do everything that we can over the coming days and weeks to highlight your work and we ask that our entire community support you as we realize your personal livelihoods may be impacted.

Reedpop remains determined and committed to running Emerald City Comic Con in 2020 and we are working closely with Visit Seattle and the Washington State Convention Center to secure alternate dates this summer. As we explore options for new dates, please know that our priority is to bring you an equally amazing event.

We appreciate all the messages that we have received over the course of the past week. The feedback was invaluable in helping us determine next steps.

Stay tuned to our website and social channels for additional information about when we will next see you in Seattle.

I hope when they reschedule, they take into consideration the other summer convention dates.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: alyssa on March 06, 2020, 10:34:52 AM
Eccc is cancelled

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Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Mario Wario on March 06, 2020, 10:35:26 AM
https://twitter.com/emeraldcitycon/status/1235996413093273602?s=21

Link discussing the postponement.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: marcia29 on March 06, 2020, 10:39:08 AM
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https://twitter.com/emeraldcitycon/status/1235996413093273602?s=21

Link discussing the postponement.

A shiver just ran through my body... ???
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: YouThinkMeMad on March 06, 2020, 10:39:34 AM
Curious to see when the new dates are.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: semigeekgirl on March 06, 2020, 10:46:54 AM
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Just announced that ECCC 2020 is postponed.

I hope when they reschedule, they take into consideration the other summer convention dates.

They really won't have a choice about it - most exhibitors/studios/celebs/artists won't be able to be in two places at once, and those that can probably won't want to.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: YouThinkMeMad on March 06, 2020, 10:47:53 AM
Looking at the calendar for the convention center, I see a weekend in July but man, I hope that's not the one they go with. I imagine there's a lot of SDCC/ECCC crossover.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: lborgia88 on March 06, 2020, 10:58:31 AM
Aargh.  I'm disappointed, but not surprised.  My big concern now is what the new date is going to be.  "Summer" is very vague and could easily conflict with other stuff I've got going on then.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on March 06, 2020, 11:02:27 AM
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Looking at the calendar for the convention center, I see a weekend in July but man, I hope that's not the one they go with. I imagine there's a lot of SDCC/ECCC crossover.

I see that one too. The weekend right before SDCC. The only other one that’s completely free on the calendar is is Labor Day, but that’s usually when PAX is (though I haven’t found confirmation of PAX’s dates yet.) Another possibility is they have it at the same time as something else, as many of the other conferences listed are very small.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: YouThinkMeMad on March 06, 2020, 11:05:01 AM
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I see that one too. The weekend right before SDCC. The only other one that’s completely free on the calendar is is Labor Day, but that’s usually when PAX is (though I haven’t found confirmation of PAX’s dates yet.) Another possibility is they have it at the same time as something else, as many of the other conferences listed are very small.

Isn't Dragon Con during Labor Day too?
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: sefton42 on March 06, 2020, 11:06:18 AM
Yes.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on March 06, 2020, 11:10:25 AM
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Isn't Dragon Con during Labor Day too?

Yes, 3000 miles away
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: YouThinkMeMad on March 06, 2020, 11:14:27 AM
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Yes, 3000 miles away

And? I don't think something like being on a different coast really matters. DragonCon is a HUGE convention that brings in a lot of similar guests and cosplayers. I know a lot of people who attend both ECCC and DC.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: NuncleJoel on March 06, 2020, 11:14:52 AM
I feel bad for the creators that is a big blow to their income.  I heard there might be digital ECCC replacements.  Be sure to pay attention and support the creators.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on March 06, 2020, 11:16:03 AM
I think there's a decent possibility that it won't be rescheduled. They are refunding everyone's badges, and there is no option to transfer them over to a postponed date.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: YouThinkMeMad on March 06, 2020, 11:16:26 AM
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I feel bad for the creators that is a big blow to their income.  I heard there might be digital ECCC replacements.  Be sure to pay attention and support the creators.

Here's one tweet about something people are trying to put together to help creators: https://twitter.com/TheJenya/status/1235686840939601921
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Mario Wario on March 06, 2020, 11:25:03 AM
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I think there's a decent possibility that it won't be rescheduled. They are refunding everyone's badges, and there is no option to transfer them over to a postponed date.
I agree. I do not think ECCC and GDC are happening this year. :/
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: chocolateshake on March 06, 2020, 11:26:59 AM
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I think there's a decent possibility that it won't be rescheduled. They are refunding everyone's badges, and there is no option to transfer them over to a postponed date.

I agree.  Setting up a large convention is not something that happens overnight.  They probably plan it out a year in advance.  People plan for it in advance with vacation time, travel and lodging.  Even if they postpone until later in the year, I doubt they will get as many attendees.  Unless the City of Seattle offers some sort of sweetener, it may not be worth it for them.  It's a business after all.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on March 06, 2020, 11:36:51 AM
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And? I don't think something like being on a different coast really matters. DragonCon is a HUGE convention that brings in a lot of similar guests and cosplayers. I know a lot of people who attend both ECCC and DC.

I think it totally matters, unless it is something on the scale of SDCC. Per a ReedPop press release, 75% of the attendees at ECCC are from Washington state. (This is consistent with other ECCC-sized conventions.) They didn't break down the rest, but based on what I've gathered, it's largely a west coast affair. Yes, with 100,000 attendees there are people from other states, but even if it were, say 5000...that's still only 5%. There are also plenty of guests and cosplayers to go around for both conventions.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: sylent_asassin on March 06, 2020, 11:56:15 AM
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Isn't Dragon Con during Labor Day too?

And SacAnime and previously Fan Expo in Toronto until last year.

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And? I don't think something like being on a different coast really matters. DragonCon is a HUGE convention that brings in a lot of similar guests and cosplayers. I know a lot of people who attend both ECCC and DC.

I'm one of them. I've attended DragonCon for the last five years. It's by far my favorite convention.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on March 06, 2020, 04:37:12 PM
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I think there's a decent possibility that it won't be rescheduled. They are refunding everyone's badges, and there is no option to transfer them over to a postponed date.

Sadly, I think you're right. I don't think they can realistically reschedule until they're sure that coronavirus is under control, which may not even be until the summer or later. Add to that, there are already very few dates that are free.

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I agree.  Setting up a large convention is not something that happens overnight.  They probably plan it out a year in advance.  People plan for it in advance with vacation time, travel and lodging.  Even if they postpone until later in the year, I doubt they will get as many attendees.  Unless the City of Seattle offers some sort of sweetener, it may not be worth it for them.  It's a business after all.

Exactly. While I think City of Seattle probably will offer some sort of sweetener because it pumps $$$ into the economy, I still am not counting on it happening for all the other reasons. If it does happen, it won't be the same con that they originally planned. I don't expect it to be any bigger than it would have been at the time it was pulled, but they might be able to get back some of the main exhibitors such as Dark Horse.

Anyway...if it doesn't happen this year, I might not be so gung-ho about going in the future. One of the main reasons I went every year was to keep my streak alive.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: NuncleJoel on March 06, 2020, 05:02:38 PM
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Sadly, I think you're right. I don't think they can realistically reschedule until they're sure that coronavirus is under control, which may not even be until the summer or later. Add to that, there are already very few dates that are free.

Exactly. While I think City of Seattle probably will offer some sort of sweetener because it pumps $$$ into the economy, I still am not counting on it happening for all the other reasons. If it does happen, it won't be the same con that they originally planned. I don't expect it to be any bigger than it would have been at the time it was pulled, but they might be able to get back some of the main exhibitors such as Dark Horse.

Anyway...if it doesn't happen this year, I might not be so gung-ho about going in the future. One of the main reasons I went every year was to keep my streak alive.
That would be a reason to reschedule.  You would lose attendees.


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Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: MochiMonster on March 06, 2020, 07:21:12 PM
I know this is a somewhat odd question, but did anyone even receive their badges for ECCC yet? They just announced the decision to cancel today but the first day was supposed to be March 12. What if this wasn't a year with COVID-19? Would badges have arrived in time for attendees to bring to ECCC?
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: sefton42 on March 06, 2020, 07:23:58 PM
I did.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on March 06, 2020, 08:09:10 PM
Got mine too. The response to people who have asked ReedPop is to let them know you had not received your badge and pick it up at will call.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: NuncleJoel on March 08, 2020, 08:50:10 AM
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They really won't have a choice about it - most exhibitors/studios/celebs/artists won't be able to be in two places at once, and those that can probably won't want to.
Check on Twitter for #ecccOnline.  Let’s support the creators affected by this.


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Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: AzT on March 09, 2020, 07:04:34 PM
https://www.funko.com/blog/article/introducing-funko-virtual-con (bold = theirs)

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Emerald City Comic Con has been postponed to Summer 2020, but Funko hasn’t forgotten the fans! Funatics are invited to celebrate through Funko Virtual Con, our first ever virtual convention. Funko will be hosting multiple livestreams to connect with the Funko Family, play games, host giveaways, and award prizes to Funatics.

All ECCC exclusive products will be available on Funko’s online store on Friday March 13th. Those who won the Funko lottery for first chances to purchase convention exclusives, be on the lookout for an email from Reedpop regarding details about the adjusted first purchase experience. There is not currently a way to guarantee items purchased have convention stickers over shared stickers.

Also, don't let your cosplay go waste - post a photo of the cosplay you were planning to do for ECCC on Twitter or Instagram throughout this week with #FunkoVirtualCon to play along!

Here is a day-by-day rundown of Funko Virtual Con:

Wednesday March 11th

Join Funko livestreams as we giveaway exciting Funko prizes, show the Funko HQ store, and connect with our Funko Family! During the livestreams we will also review how the ECCC exclusives will be sold on the website. Follow Funko and #FunkoVirtualCon on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for more!

Thursday March 12th

Day two of the virtual convention will boast unboxings of ECCC exclusives with the Funko crew, games and contests, as well as familiar Funko faces from the ECCC booth!

Friday March 13th

All ECCC exclusives will go up for purchase on Funko Shop and the Funko Funkast will be livestreaming from the Funko HQ Lounge in an exclusive Funko Funkast Panel! Link up with fellow Funatics for bad dad jokes, a Q&A session, games, and giveaways. The podcast will be discussing pop culture topics, product hints, and more for the virtual convention experience for our Funko Family.

ECCC Exclusives Pricing:

    Pop! Pez - $8
    Pop! - $15
    Pop! Pin - $15
    Pop! 6” - $25
    Pop! 2-Pack - $30
    Pop! 3-Pack - $40
    Pop! Ride - $40
    Pop! Town - $40
    Pop! 10” - $45
    ECCC Pin Set - $10
    Vinyl Soda - $12

Virtual Convention Questions

For questions about Funko’s virtual convention, please refer to Funko’s social channels, livestream videos, and #FunkoVirtualCon. More information will be added as updates are available!
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: sefton42 on March 11, 2020, 03:21:00 AM
Washington’s governor is going to ban gatherings over 250 people today, so that would have killed ECCC even if they hadn’t postponed.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: CptMyCpt24 on March 11, 2020, 10:18:58 AM
Badges arrived yesterday. Do we need to send them back after the posepoment and refund? Want to make a little shadow box for The Lost Con.


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Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on March 11, 2020, 10:26:11 AM
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No, you don’t need to send them back. They will automatically refund everyone.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on March 11, 2020, 10:57:32 AM
I'm keeping my badge! Press for the con that didn't happen...
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: AzT on March 12, 2020, 10:12:37 PM
https://www.bluefinbrands.com/eccc.html?___store=default

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bluefinbrands The Emerald City Digital Event is now live! Items we planned on taking to #ECCC are available online. Shop Gundam and Star Wars model kits. Check out S.H. Figuarts, Shokugan, Storm Collectibles, Studio Ghibli, Flame Toys and Sentinel items. Link in bio

https://www.instagram.com/p/B9pGPcMgCt_/
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: NCDS on March 13, 2020, 08:41:01 AM
Anyone going to the Karen Gillian panel today?  If so save me a seat!  I'm going to try and get Crusaderette from the shop before I head over. 
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: sefton42 on March 13, 2020, 08:44:07 AM
Haha.  I got a notification reminder from the app for that panel!
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on March 13, 2020, 09:21:13 AM
The Funko Shop online now has some of the ECCC exclusives up for sale.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: sefton42 on March 13, 2020, 09:22:58 AM
They went up over 2 hours ago and a bunch sold out quickly.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: NCDS on March 13, 2020, 09:39:14 AM
I thought I was so fast, the only thing I put in my cart was the loch ness monster, caught they went up early and it sold out why I was in queue :(
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on March 13, 2020, 11:50:37 AM
ECCC Team will be livestreaming this afternoon.

https://twitter.com/emeraldcitycon/status/1238536368969695237
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on March 13, 2020, 12:06:25 PM
Rescheduled for August 21-23. Fingers crossed it actually happens...
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: YouThinkMeMad on March 13, 2020, 12:08:07 PM
ECCC is making its return August 21-23, 2020 at the WSCC! We're so excited to pack our show into three unforgettable days this summer.

We know a lot of fans were hoping to transfer over badges to the new dates, so starting today through March 27, you'll have the option to transfer your badges to ECCC August 2020 or receive a full ticket refund. You can read all the details here:

https://www.emeraldcitycomiccon.com/-Forms-/Ticket-Transfer-Request-Form/?utm_source=cmv3-attendee-all&utm_campaign=Ticket-Transfers-08-21-2020&utm_medium=social&utm_term=TT&fbclid=IwAR2UbkrQAqCS-gaRKK9zJgoOeUbf7gaczgDqvNV6PZrQ-kib64cCif85LxQ
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: NCDS on March 13, 2020, 12:11:09 PM
Interesting only 3 days.  I actually prefer that.  Big cons I want 4 days but cons like these 3 is enough!
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: sefton42 on March 13, 2020, 12:23:04 PM
So ECCC is that weekend and the following weekend is Keystone and Celebration — going to be a busy time for Reedpop.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Mario Wario on March 13, 2020, 12:48:10 PM
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Interesting only 3 days.  I actually prefer that.  Big cons I want 4 days but cons like these 3 is enough!
1 week before Celebration. Yeah, won’t even bother thinking on going now.

Regardless, I hope both cons do happen.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: dolphina on March 13, 2020, 12:49:23 PM
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Interesting only 3 days.  I actually prefer that.  Big cons I want 4 days but cons like these 3 is enough!
Agreed
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on March 13, 2020, 12:57:25 PM
I am looking forward to these new dates, and summers in Seattle are awesome, I just hope everything is stable by then. I also prefer a 3 day ECCC in its current state. 4 days made it drag on a little too much, in my opinion.

The only thing on the convention calendar during that time was "Washington State Dental Association Academy" on 8/22 with no listed attendance. From looking at their website, it looks like a continuing education class for dentists and there are many of those per year. So probably wasn't hard to move that or hold it somewhere else.

For the first time, I'm also kind of glad that ReedPop took over. I don't think a small, independent organization would have been able to hack out the cancellation and rescheduling of this kind of event so quickly.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on April 04, 2020, 12:23:20 PM
The new hotel reservations page has quietly launched. Prices, for the most part, are sky-high. ($174 Hilton/everything else $229-259)
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Miclpea on April 04, 2020, 01:46:21 PM
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The new hotel reservations page has quietly launched. Prices, for the most part, are sky-high. ($174 Hilton/everything else $229-259)
The prices do seem a bit steep.


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Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: NCDS on April 04, 2020, 08:03:52 PM
Are they planning to gauge us to recover costs from the pandemic?
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on April 04, 2020, 08:23:31 PM
The official rationale is probably something like summer is a bigger tourist season than spring, so non-block prices are higher as well. However...tourism is probably not going to be back to normal at all this year, so I don’t think these higher prices will be justified. Just like with the original spring dates, these prices are not necessarily better than off-block prices for the same time period and I expect to be able to find much better deals booking directly as we get closer to the con.

Of course, there’s no guarantee that it won’t get canceled again. :-/ That said I think the rescheduled ECCC has as good of odds as any convention to actually pull through this year. But the odds are still not that high, as nobody may be ready to open back up big events this year. But what it does have going for it: Washington dealt with the coronavirus early and is already starting to see cases level off, and August is right in the middle of summer so it’s well before the expected second wave of coronavirus during the fall. Unlike other cities, the convention center is not likely to be used as a hospital or homeless shelter. The layout is just too difficult for that.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on April 09, 2020, 12:35:12 PM
ECCC Merch is up: (But they aren't shipping until further notice)

https://shopeccc.myshopify.com/
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: NCDS on April 09, 2020, 12:36:28 PM
I failed at getting Crusaderette.  Thank you @Transmute Jun (https://www.friendsofcc.com/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=314) and @TheNeck (https://www.friendsofcc.com/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=2397) for trying to help me.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Mario Wario on June 16, 2020, 10:08:23 AM
No ECCC this year, after all.

https://twitter.com/emeraldcitycon/status/1272937341645205515?s=21

2021 date: March 4-7.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: sefton42 on June 16, 2020, 10:09:20 AM
They also canceled Keystone.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Miclpea on June 16, 2020, 10:41:41 AM
I’m not surprised.


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Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on June 16, 2020, 10:57:55 AM
Anyone who transferred their badges over to the August dates will receive an automatic refund.

https://www.friendsofcc.com/2020/06/16/eccc-2020-canceled-2021-dates-announced/
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: NCDS on June 16, 2020, 11:35:20 AM
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Anyone who transferred their badges over to the August dates will receive an automatic refund.

https://www.friendsofcc.com/2020/06/16/eccc-2020-canceled-2021-dates-announced/

It also says in the small print if you bought a badge for friends you can keep their money  >:D
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: stl_ben on June 16, 2020, 12:00:08 PM
Really surprised they waited this long to cancel. But also put a new date up for March...which could easily have to cancel too.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: sefton42 on June 16, 2020, 12:14:11 PM
They had this one the weekend of 8/22, and both Celebration and Keystone the weekend of 8/29, all of which canceled between yesterday and today.  They probably wanted to be able to cancel them all at once.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on June 16, 2020, 03:49:37 PM
They also canceled PAX West over Labor Day weekend, also in Seattle.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: hikanteki on August 07, 2020, 09:58:13 PM
I got to order the ECCC Crusaderette Pop. They sent me an email a few weeks ago which said they are selecting Funko drawing entrants (most likely at random) to have first chance at buying the pop. I just had to fill out a form saying I was interested. About a month later, they finally sent me the invoice/order link.
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: NCDS on August 08, 2020, 01:36:53 PM
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I got to order the ECCC Crusaderette Pop. They sent me an email a few weeks ago which said they are selecting Funko drawing entrants (most likely at random) to have first chance at buying the pop. I just had to fill out a form saying I was interested. About a month later, they finally sent me the invoice/order link.

I think you are in the third round of emails.  I got mine through a friend in the first round shortly after they canceled all the bot orders.  I was trying to find the message so I could give a date but we all chat too much.  They mailed it to me on June 15th, not sure how long before that they got it.

I was pretty stoked they canceled so many bot orders!
Title: Re: ECCC 2020: March 12-15, 2020
Post by: Transmute Jun on November 10, 2020, 12:23:30 PM
Dates changed to December 2-5, 2021
Title: Re: ECCC 2021: December 2-5, 2021
Post by: Miclpea on November 10, 2020, 12:29:22 PM
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Dates changed to December 2-5, 2021
Isn’t that the rainy season? 


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Title: Re: ECCC 2021: December 2-5, 2021
Post by: dolphina on November 10, 2020, 12:31:08 PM
Ouch, right in the middle of the holidays
Title: Re: ECCC 2021: December 2-5, 2021
Post by: YouThinkMeMad on November 10, 2020, 12:31:39 PM
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Ouch, right in the middle of the holidays


And C2E2 is the weekend after.
Title: Re: ECCC 2021: December 2-5, 2021
Post by: dolphina on November 10, 2020, 12:34:12 PM
After Black Friday shopping, yikes lol
Title: Re: ECCC 2021: December 2-5, 2021
Post by: hikanteki on November 10, 2020, 01:27:14 PM
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Isn’t that the rainy season? 


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Yes, but so is March.
Title: ECCC 2020: Cancelled
Post by: hikanteki on November 14, 2020, 07:43:25 PM
I would like to motion that we lock this topic (as the first 19 pages relate specifically to the now defunct 2020 show and its aftermath) and merge the 2021-related posts with the new post from YouThinkMeMad, then pin that one.
Title: Re: ECCC 2021: December 2-5, 2021
Post by: alyssa on November 15, 2020, 11:48:37 AM
locked
redirect to the new dec 2021 thread
https://www.friendsofcc.com/forum/index.php?topic=11701.0