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The Return of Anthrocon's Revenge: The Reckoning
11 years ago
General
Should I rephrase this? Nah, nevermind. It's gonna get misinterpreted anyway.
Okay, I am now certain that I will be attending the Anthrocons. Almost two weeks in advance, that's a much earlier commitment than normal, now that I no longer have to worry about that whole “having a job” nonsense complicating my schedule. So now I suppose comes that part where I answer a lengthy bevvy of questions that I've answered many times before but I feel compelled to repost them because telling you to just look at my old journals makes me feel like I'm telling you to do research and research is lame. Bearing that in mind, here we go again.
Where are you staying?
The Omnitrix.
What day are you getting there?
Wednesday. It's a bit of a long trip for me, so probably sometime in the afternoon.
How are you traveling?
My car. It's looking pretty shabby these days, but it still has a 3-0 accident record. Meaning that it defeated all other cars involved.
Who are you rooming with?
Lanhao has a room that he's divvying up between four of us. One of his friends and one of mine round out the set.
Who will you hang out with during the convention?
Anyone I meet there that I know. I'm sure the three or four of us will have a wonderful time. I'm hoping to run into
namelessimp because we've gotten along quite well online and I really want to meet her. I have a friend who has never been to a furry con before driving up from Texas for this, so I might be supervising him from time to time. Can't spend too much time together or people will think we're dating. <_<
How is the best way to find you?
Honestly it's really tough to find anyone at this convention at all. If you want to get in touch just let me know and I'll PM you my cell number. We can work it out from there.
Are there any panels or events you might be attending?
Any given writing panel has about a 40% chance of having me in it. Offhand, the stuff that I'm going to try and be at includes: The MilFur breakfast, Transfurmations, The Brony Panel, Fursuit Games, Fursuit Dance, Furry Feud, Whose Lion is it Anyway, and Charades Impossible.
What do you look like?
I'm a tall, thin, blonde white guy. I know that doesn't really narrow it down but that's what I got. I'm not in the Navy anymore, so you can't go by the crew-cut anymore. You might catch me wearing my bright red Vibram FiveFingers. (The shoes with toes) This is the only venue where they aren't the most ridiculous article of clothing in the room. I'll be bringing my AppleJack T-shirt, as well as my FurThe'More T-shirt. I'll probably also wear my FurThe'More staff badge because swag. Here's an updated photo.
Will you be suiting?
If end up in a suit, then sure! Seeing as I don't own a suit though, that possibility seems remote.
Do you do free art?
Yes, and it's worth every penny.
Do you do trades?
Sure, if you want something that would go at auction for "Free" or less.
Do you do badges?
Well I like to be open-minded. But only if the badge is consenting.
Do you do commissions?
It's rare that I'm offered money to write something, but I'd never say 'No' to it.
What is your gender?
Dude.
... sweet.
How tall are you?
6'2". After the Navy made me learn to stand up straight, I realized that I'm actually kinda tall.
Can I talk to you?
Do you speak English? My ears work if your mouth works.
Can I touch you?
Stop! Collaborate and listen. I mean... yeah, sure I guess.
How can I find you?
I've learned that wading through I giant sea of people based on a vague physical description is a pretty thankless and self-defeating task, and I wouldn't want to force that one anyone. Noting cell phone numbers back and forth and texting a meeting spot is the only method I've tried with any appreciable success rate, so I usually go with that if I want to meet someone. I'll try to have my badge on at all times. Just picture that with a white background. All my badges say 'Bucephalus' or 'Beau', so be looking for that.
Can I visit your room?
It's not my room, so that's not entirely my call. Case-by-case on that I guess.
Can I buy you drinks?
Absolutely! I'm usually not much for alcohol, but 'free' is by far my favorite flavor. If you buy something for me, I would certainly be obliged to drink it.
Can I give you stuff?
See above. Food, swag, whatever it is, being a gift makes it ten times better. Note that I may eat what you give me whether that is its purpose or not.
How long are you going?
Arriving Wednesday, leaving Monday. I have a very open schedule. I could potentially stay longer if some reason to do so comes up, but Sunday night is the last night I have a room for, so leaving after that is a safe bet.
Will you be performing?
I may do something stupid if I get drunk, but I don't think I'll be performing anything intentionally.
If I see you, how should I get your attention?
If we're in a crowded room, try yelling "FIRE!" (Seriously though, don't do that.) I go by my FA name, Bucephalus, in person. That's what I registered for as a badge name. Likely your attempts to struggle through my username would get me to look in your direction. I made that name years and years ago, before the idea of meeting other furries in person had ever occurred to me, so I realize it's an unpronounceable lummox. So usually I just go with "Beau" to make it easier. If you're close enough to me "Hey you!" will probably work. Or you could just get within my peripheral vision and wave feverishly. I'll probably look to see what all the commotion is about.
What/where will you be eating?
Food/at places. I usually forget to eat sometimes at conventions, so by all means invite me for a meal. Remember, there are children starving in Africa, so we've got to eat all this food before they can get to it!
Can I come with you for food/fun/etc?
Totally! This is the one time of year where I break my normal conventions and go hang out with tons of people I've never seen before. Take advantage of this limited-time offer while you can!
Can I take your picture?
If you believe that my image is of merit for some reason then yeah, sure. Don't use my real name (if you find that out somehow) when you post it online. Linking it by my username is fine. Just bear in mind that I have no "good side" and my hair is always doing something weird.
How old are you?
One quarter century as of yesterday.
Are you Taken?
No. But what I do have are a very particular set of skills; skills I have acquired over a very long career. Skills that can make me a nightmare for people like you. Also of note, I am straight. I never mentioned that in a meme before, but people always seem shocked to find out.
What suits will you have?
Just the human one. It's not very creative, but it's got very good visibility and ventilation. Plus it's hard to argue with the price.
Can I hug or snuggle with you?
If you're in a fursuit, absolutely! That's one of my favorite things. What am I here to do if not hug some of the awesome, life-sized teddy bears? If you're not in suit, well... case-by-case I guess. Ten-second rule if I just met you, K?
Are you nice?
That seems like a loaded question. Let's not go putting labels on people here. Especially using alarmist, hyperbolic terms like "nice". I'm pretty personable though, especially in a setting like this. I'm here to meet people and have fun. Being a dick would really not be in my best interests. I really do like to meet and interact with new people at conventions, so I'll put on my best friendly face while I'm there.
Are you cliquey?
I'm a lot more comfortable around people I know, but I only know like four people, so I just kind of hang out with whoever most of the time. Some of my favorite moments at cons have been with people I only just met that day. It's not hard to get into my inner-circle, trust me. I have several people I've only met once or twice at cons that I consider friends.
Anything I should know before I try to talk to you?
Don't be offended if I have trouble learning your name, I do that to everyone. I meet more people in the course of a con than total for the whole rest of the year, so do forgive me if I'm a bit overwhelmed.
Do you have an artist table?
No, my table prefers musical theater. I might be hanging out at the FurThe'More table though. I hear that it's going to exist.
Do you like parties?
Sure, I'll stop by. But I realize these days that I have never in my life found myself saying "Oh, man! I'm so glad I went to that room party!" I think there are many much more fun things to do at a con, so I may likely find other things to do.
Can I hang out with you?
Totally! I'd love to do whatever it is we're doing with you. Whoever you are and wherever it is we're doing that. I'm not much for details, ya see.
If I approach you, will you chat with me?
Depends on your approach. If you get your landing gear down and locked, manage your angle of attack and extend your ailerons then you should be clear to land.
How many furry conventions have you attended?
Six, to my own utter disbelief. AC x2, FTM x2, MFF, and RainFurrest.
Can I look in your sketchbook?
Yes, but it's imaginary.
Can I draw in your sketchbook?
If you have a good imagination.
Where are you staying?
The Omnitrix.
What day are you getting there?
Wednesday. It's a bit of a long trip for me, so probably sometime in the afternoon.
How are you traveling?
My car. It's looking pretty shabby these days, but it still has a 3-0 accident record. Meaning that it defeated all other cars involved.
Who are you rooming with?
Lanhao has a room that he's divvying up between four of us. One of his friends and one of mine round out the set.Who will you hang out with during the convention?
Anyone I meet there that I know. I'm sure the three or four of us will have a wonderful time. I'm hoping to run into
namelessimp because we've gotten along quite well online and I really want to meet her. I have a friend who has never been to a furry con before driving up from Texas for this, so I might be supervising him from time to time. Can't spend too much time together or people will think we're dating. <_<How is the best way to find you?
Honestly it's really tough to find anyone at this convention at all. If you want to get in touch just let me know and I'll PM you my cell number. We can work it out from there.
Are there any panels or events you might be attending?
Any given writing panel has about a 40% chance of having me in it. Offhand, the stuff that I'm going to try and be at includes: The MilFur breakfast, Transfurmations, The Brony Panel, Fursuit Games, Fursuit Dance, Furry Feud, Whose Lion is it Anyway, and Charades Impossible.
What do you look like?
I'm a tall, thin, blonde white guy. I know that doesn't really narrow it down but that's what I got. I'm not in the Navy anymore, so you can't go by the crew-cut anymore. You might catch me wearing my bright red Vibram FiveFingers. (The shoes with toes) This is the only venue where they aren't the most ridiculous article of clothing in the room. I'll be bringing my AppleJack T-shirt, as well as my FurThe'More T-shirt. I'll probably also wear my FurThe'More staff badge because swag. Here's an updated photo.
Will you be suiting?
If end up in a suit, then sure! Seeing as I don't own a suit though, that possibility seems remote.
Do you do free art?
Yes, and it's worth every penny.
Do you do trades?
Sure, if you want something that would go at auction for "Free" or less.
Do you do badges?
Well I like to be open-minded. But only if the badge is consenting.
Do you do commissions?
It's rare that I'm offered money to write something, but I'd never say 'No' to it.
What is your gender?
Dude.
... sweet.
How tall are you?
6'2". After the Navy made me learn to stand up straight, I realized that I'm actually kinda tall.
Can I talk to you?
Do you speak English? My ears work if your mouth works.
Can I touch you?
Stop! Collaborate and listen. I mean... yeah, sure I guess.
How can I find you?
I've learned that wading through I giant sea of people based on a vague physical description is a pretty thankless and self-defeating task, and I wouldn't want to force that one anyone. Noting cell phone numbers back and forth and texting a meeting spot is the only method I've tried with any appreciable success rate, so I usually go with that if I want to meet someone. I'll try to have my badge on at all times. Just picture that with a white background. All my badges say 'Bucephalus' or 'Beau', so be looking for that.
Can I visit your room?
It's not my room, so that's not entirely my call. Case-by-case on that I guess.
Can I buy you drinks?
Absolutely! I'm usually not much for alcohol, but 'free' is by far my favorite flavor. If you buy something for me, I would certainly be obliged to drink it.
Can I give you stuff?
See above. Food, swag, whatever it is, being a gift makes it ten times better. Note that I may eat what you give me whether that is its purpose or not.
How long are you going?
Arriving Wednesday, leaving Monday. I have a very open schedule. I could potentially stay longer if some reason to do so comes up, but Sunday night is the last night I have a room for, so leaving after that is a safe bet.
Will you be performing?
I may do something stupid if I get drunk, but I don't think I'll be performing anything intentionally.
If I see you, how should I get your attention?
If we're in a crowded room, try yelling "FIRE!" (Seriously though, don't do that.) I go by my FA name, Bucephalus, in person. That's what I registered for as a badge name. Likely your attempts to struggle through my username would get me to look in your direction. I made that name years and years ago, before the idea of meeting other furries in person had ever occurred to me, so I realize it's an unpronounceable lummox. So usually I just go with "Beau" to make it easier. If you're close enough to me "Hey you!" will probably work. Or you could just get within my peripheral vision and wave feverishly. I'll probably look to see what all the commotion is about.
What/where will you be eating?
Food/at places. I usually forget to eat sometimes at conventions, so by all means invite me for a meal. Remember, there are children starving in Africa, so we've got to eat all this food before they can get to it!
Can I come with you for food/fun/etc?
Totally! This is the one time of year where I break my normal conventions and go hang out with tons of people I've never seen before. Take advantage of this limited-time offer while you can!
Can I take your picture?
If you believe that my image is of merit for some reason then yeah, sure. Don't use my real name (if you find that out somehow) when you post it online. Linking it by my username is fine. Just bear in mind that I have no "good side" and my hair is always doing something weird.
How old are you?
One quarter century as of yesterday.
Are you Taken?
No. But what I do have are a very particular set of skills; skills I have acquired over a very long career. Skills that can make me a nightmare for people like you. Also of note, I am straight. I never mentioned that in a meme before, but people always seem shocked to find out.
What suits will you have?
Just the human one. It's not very creative, but it's got very good visibility and ventilation. Plus it's hard to argue with the price.
Can I hug or snuggle with you?
If you're in a fursuit, absolutely! That's one of my favorite things. What am I here to do if not hug some of the awesome, life-sized teddy bears? If you're not in suit, well... case-by-case I guess. Ten-second rule if I just met you, K?
Are you nice?
That seems like a loaded question. Let's not go putting labels on people here. Especially using alarmist, hyperbolic terms like "nice". I'm pretty personable though, especially in a setting like this. I'm here to meet people and have fun. Being a dick would really not be in my best interests. I really do like to meet and interact with new people at conventions, so I'll put on my best friendly face while I'm there.
Are you cliquey?
I'm a lot more comfortable around people I know, but I only know like four people, so I just kind of hang out with whoever most of the time. Some of my favorite moments at cons have been with people I only just met that day. It's not hard to get into my inner-circle, trust me. I have several people I've only met once or twice at cons that I consider friends.
Anything I should know before I try to talk to you?
Don't be offended if I have trouble learning your name, I do that to everyone. I meet more people in the course of a con than total for the whole rest of the year, so do forgive me if I'm a bit overwhelmed.
Do you have an artist table?
No, my table prefers musical theater. I might be hanging out at the FurThe'More table though. I hear that it's going to exist.
Do you like parties?
Sure, I'll stop by. But I realize these days that I have never in my life found myself saying "Oh, man! I'm so glad I went to that room party!" I think there are many much more fun things to do at a con, so I may likely find other things to do.
Can I hang out with you?
Totally! I'd love to do whatever it is we're doing with you. Whoever you are and wherever it is we're doing that. I'm not much for details, ya see.
If I approach you, will you chat with me?
Depends on your approach. If you get your landing gear down and locked, manage your angle of attack and extend your ailerons then you should be clear to land.
How many furry conventions have you attended?
Six, to my own utter disbelief. AC x2, FTM x2, MFF, and RainFurrest.
Can I look in your sketchbook?
Yes, but it's imaginary.
Can I draw in your sketchbook?
If you have a good imagination.
Wow, that's weird. Is this what notoriety feels like?