Many writers and game designers have only an academic knowledge of modern weapons, much of it drawn from movies and TV, which is either wrong or impractical. Come listen to our panel of experts dispel some of the myths that continue in fiction. This is not intended to be a political panel so please check those agendas at the door.

being able to find cosplays from items you have in your closet.

Find your style or styles of writing to get your story written. Do you you write by the seat of your pants or do you outline your story before you write. There is no wrong or right way to write, but trying different methods could help you get the story out.

Many works of fantasy are set in alternate versions of our own world, often where the medieval and the magical meet. What additional challenges do authors face in the creation of historical fantasy??

Dr. Mark Rounds has dived back into music with retirement and did his first post retirement concert at Rustycon this year. He would be up for another one.

Having the right foundation can vastly improve the look of a cosplay. This panel covers the often overlooked realm of what is worn underneath the costume. We will discuss both masculine and feminine undergarments for varying body types and across gender presentations (crossplay). Learn how the right foundation can help your cosplays lay smoother on your body, create an idealized ‘anime’ figure, keep your privates private, and overall enhance your cosplay!

Discussing experimental archaeology, historical reenactment, recreating the past for recreation, and what we learn from them all.

Ted will read from his newest SF book.

Not quite finished with your Masquerade costume or latest project? Do you need to make some last-minute alterations? Bring your supplies and commiserate with fellow procrastinators!