Edinburgh Comic-con

Curious about Edinburgh Comic-con? If your answer is yes, then continue reading!

Those who are watching my Youtube Channel, could already see a short footage from event. Today's the time for a note and few pictures.

I found out about this convention from the posters, that were all around the city centre. So one day, after returning home from shopping, I checked event's webpage and found programme quite entertaining. I purchased ticket for Saturday (price was something around £11).

on 15th of April, which was convention day, I woke up early, dressed onto one of my most recently bought dresses from Innocent World and with camera on my shoulder, I made my way to Usher Hall.I met first comic fans in the bus and sooooo much more under the con-place. 

The line was so long. And I had to go to the very bottom of it. Despite being slightly terrified, I did try to stay positive. When I crossed the door and received my entry wristband, I saw a really nice interior, prepared perfectly for events like that, filled with people of all ages. 

At least half of them were either cosplaying or just dressed in a way, that captured eye instantly. My favourites were Alien (picture from above), Mabel and Stan 

and obviously- Doctor Strange cosplayer. 

The last guy just fit the role so well! Ofcourse there were so many more, who also did amazig job on their outfits.

I checked the artist's (professional and amateur) stalls

 and as always found cool stuff.

BTW- Sloth comics with dedication to my friend; Kaha :)

Later I went for panel 'Hero talk" and had a good portion of laugh on the interview of Babylon 5's star; Claudia Christian. 

I also did check all pictures setups. Star Wars ones were awesome, 

but I think the one from E.T. made me 'squeal' the most. Altho it was surrounded by people all the time so I just got pics with Tardis (Doctor Who) and the Iron Man Hulkbuster (Avengers) instead.  

Scottish conventions are also the only ones that host a wrestling fights (correct me if I am wrong). I did go to see what's up on the ring. It was the first time I saw women fighting and I have to admit I am torn between being amazed and kinda confused. I know it's all show and nothing is real there but I just cannot get over it, because seeing two petit girls tearing hair from each other head is far from what I call 'fun'. That said, you can guess I left this attraction on it's own quite quickly. It's just not for me. And I am not judging anyone who enjoys it. What I want to say, is that it's not for me.

As You can see, I've been running around, trying to catch a bit of everything, to include it in this note. And you all probably know, how fast time can fly when you are busy. Day came to an end very fast and it was time to go home. Tired, but happy, I packed my camera onto case and rushed for bus.

Edinburgh Comic-con was really nicely prepared event, that made me enjoy the day so much. Highly reccomended for all people interested in that aspect of pop culture. I will also consider going for next edition.

Besides that, I got very positive comments about my lolita outfit, which was surprise, because I haven't seen any other lolita on convention.

News+ Die Milch+ Akihabara

Before I will continue with my notes from Japan trip, just wanted to let you know I may be less active because I got job and well- am earning monies for another trip :)

Also wanted to mention that last Wednesday Cracow lolita community had chance to meet with Coco from Die Milch. It was very sudden call but still it's so cool she was able to spend an evening with us! Such a sweet person. I wish she could come to Poland with the rest of band and play concert here :)


Now as promised- Next instalment of my summary from japanese trip. Akihabara this time!

"Electric city", "Otaku haven", "Must-visit place for japanese pop culture fans". Akihabara, or in short Akiba, has many names and from what I saw, I can tell that every each of them suits this place perfectly. Since it was close to my second hotel, I went there twice.

First time was a bit rushed, me and Menoa were supposed to meet with our friends from Almost Paradise but they had problem with wi-fi connection thus we spent quite a lot of time around train station (where by the way we have found fantastic french bakery).

After we lost hope for finding each other with girls, we decided to check out Volks showroom.

(Photos between search :)) Thanks for that one Menoa!

I was very excited because I wanted to see dollfies at last (earlier I tried to check SOOM shop at Harajuku yet it closed down) but no luck this time either. Instead I saw thousands (if not milions) of figures and gadgets gathered between 8 floors (best ones were big, hentai figurines in extremly entertaining poses, showing, um, everything. IN DETAIL! Was too shocked to take pictures, haha...OTL).

I even made a tiny purchase but still felt unsatisfied. Luckly I had address of second dollfie shop in area- DOLK, This one was small but it was bull's eye. There were not only dolls but clothes, wigs, accesories. So if any of you is after dollfie stuff- DOLK is highly recomended for shopping.

Fun fact- there was suspiciously lot of guys in store, hehe.
Thing to mention- on our way back to the JR Station we saw a group of beautiful lolitas. They were perfect. I wanted to make a picture odf them but they were rushing somewhere. Still their outfits were perfectly OTT and made huge impression on us.

Second time me and Menoa were at Akiba closer to the evening.

 Our main goal this time was Purikura which was lots of fun. Before taking these silly pictures we were kinda dragged to Maid Cafe. I will write more about that and other themed restaurants in seperate note. (All I can say now is that it was one of a kind experience.) We also saw some more figurine shops and found huge Mandrake shop, which had eight floors. On the second or third floor they had Dollfie second-hand. Poor dolls were gathered behind the glass, one on another. It didin't look to good.

Last thing we managed to check was DDR!

We found dancing machine in some game center, just by pure luck. One session cost 100/person so we tried ourselves. It was fun, tho we didn't hear any music. there was just waaaaay too loud in center. We barely heard each other.

If I were to write few words of summary about Akihabara- it's fun place.  Lot's of entertaining things there. Also place for spending money (no matter how much one have them- it's not enough XD). Definitely NOT my favourite place in Tokyo but I enjoyed exploring it.

[ENG] Scotland Expo + what's goin on

My, my, September already. In few days we will have a callendar Autumn and then Winter and Christmass....Don't laugh! I have already seen seasonal decoration at local Primark. But before the Christmass craze will get into everybody's houses and we will hear 'Last Christmass' by George Michael at least twice a day, lets enjoy Fall and all the events that are getting closer.

Today small photo relation from Scotland Expo that was held in  Glasgow SECC previous weekend (6-7th September). After huge success of first edition year ago, this time MCM group decided to make event two days long. They have prepared many atractions, invited many guests (tho I have heard some of them did not arrived at the con place- not confirmed information).

As for me- as always- I've had a table in Comic Village. Just as a year ago, I tried to serve all manga/ comic fans some new products I also had help on stand in person of my flatmate and friend; Anna (Thank You, dear!). That allowed me to look around the hall full of goods, take some pictures for You and make short video (which will be uploaded later).

EDIT- Video added at the end :) 

Llamas, llamas...oh wait, these are alpacas actually. 

Lovely staff from Tofu Cute

Adam Burn and his mesmerizing art

I'd LOVE to own one of these guitars! Custom decorated <3 

Game is on! 

Lovely Tim Burton's fan

Pikatchu. With Ichigo's mask. In kilt. 

Where else than Scot Expo anyone would find anything like this.  

Homestuck

Princesses

What's on TV?

Enemies?

Kyary Kyary Pamyu fan

Last- pic made by my friend by phone (thus different colors...). 

Me among beautiful Scot Lolis who were simply AMAZING!!!

Here's really short video from expo.

Other than expo- I changed shifts from night to day. Still working at same place tho I had interview at Hilton hotel and passed it without problem. Yet they did not guarantee enough hours to keep my life goin the way it is right now. So yeah, still employee of Trespass.