Madicon is one of those small and close knit cons. There were plenty of activities to keep you busy, but still with time to just sit back and hang out with friends new and old. I’m looking forward to next year to see what they come up with. They have already got the dates set for next year, March 9-11. If you are in the area and want to attend a friendly, con this is it.

Ramon Fagan gives a detailed recap of All-Con 2011 (which had a steampunk theme this year). The report also includes several photos of cosplayers and the bands that performed during the convention.

This past weekend was Zenkaikon 2011, a Pennsylvania anime convention that just completed its fifth year. On the guest list for Zenkaikon 2011 was Vic Mignogna, along with Todd Haberkorn, comedian Uncle Yo, writer CJ Henderson, and Japanese band Rose Noire (making their US debut). Read on for all the details and to see photos!

Check out Ramon’s belated Ikkicon 2010 convention report! He attended Ikkicon in 2010 for the first time due to its location (Austin is one of his favorite towns) and the fact that they agreed to present the new award winning short film, Nickel Children, that his performance art troupe agreed to promote at various anime festivals due to its high quality use of Steampunk as art, and its underlying message intended to raise awareness of critical social problems.

This is a convention report from Mysticon, which returned in 2011 after being dormant for 30 years. Highlights include great guests, an awesome con suite, good hotel, and a special cake for the con shaped like Captain Kirk’s chair with Tribbles on it.