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Anthrocon 2022 - My Experience
3 years ago
Man oh MAN! What a weekend this was. Certainly is going to be hard to sum up everything I did at Anthrocon, but I suppose a little history is in order first. This has become a very special convention for me for a lot of reason. Not only was Anthrocon my first furry convention, but it was the first time where I felt completely in relation to the majority of my peers in the area. It's location and size certainly justifies the hype, plus the theme of roaring twenties was pretty fun that year. It was the year I met one of best friends, GGV 
giantgrowingvixen. It was a year I wouldn't soon forget, making me get the funds and means to hit up Bronycon in 2017. I really bought into the furry fandom proper back then, a decision I have not regretted to this day, even with the darkness of 2014 behind me at that point.
Now that I am in a better spot financially now, I can safely say that yearly trips to AC will easily happen. This time around, my roommate and friend BlueBrush/NekoCrispy
bluebrush decided to join me on this adventure. To round out the con crew, I had Odendo 
odendo and Hydro join me as well. For me, part of the overall con experience highly depends on the company you are with. And this crew here was amazing to be around, ensuring we all clicked and made the best of our time there. I got to check out a cool Digimon trading card game, as well as share my love for Exceed: Battle System as well. And with every con, there was some peaks and valleys of the experience. But nothing that would stick around to discourage return trips. More like lessons learned for next time, like perhaps choosing something else besides the Westin to stay at. Or ensuring I drink more water throughout the day and figure out who was coming to the con more before hand.
Regardless, I can definitely say this con was better than my initial 2016 experience. It was actually quite motivating, seeing so many creative fursuiters and how they interacted with others. I was surprised to see some friends of mine suit up to celebrate, that being Arador
aradortd as his mew, Beat! Part of me is actually considering looking into getting a partial suit done to join in the fun. I really do feel suiting up certainly has its advantages to make new connections and take some sweet photos to mark each con experience.
The game rooms left something to be desired, but I could have certainly spent more time in there had I not focused trying to hang out with everyone I could find. Dealer's Den was amazing to walk through again, and I'm happy to say you'll be some cute and epic badges be revealed in due time around here. Ran into Gideon again, certainly reminding him of those amazing VHS tapes he made back in 2016 with his gallery. Plus, I got to meet Mabo
milkybody for the first time! It was just one pleasant surprise after another, and just like before, I was a bit bummed that it was going by so quickly. I managed to sneak into a rave session on Friday night, happy to see the crowd get into it with some killer glow rods and amazing tracks to dance to.
As much fun (and unhealthy eating) I was doing the whole weekend, part of me certainly feels bad for those that cannot join me in this celebration. I really want to see more of my friends be able to join me at these conventions one day, celebrating the joy of being alive and with people that love you for who you are. Life isn't a guarantee and is so short to miss out on events like this. I want to spend the time between events keeping close with everyone that I can! I have been in voice calls more often as a result, and it's just amazing to just nerd out about anything with like minded people.
So all in all, Anthrocon impressed me yet again. I can't wait to check it out again, as well as other conventions around the country. I want to take advantage of the time I have to explore the world at my leisure. Hopefully I am able to leave behind a good legacy of companioship and joy to those that care about me. Even with my lack of belief in God, I just realize that now is the time do all I can to leave my mark. My legacy. And an inspiration to improve the world in ways that will change a generation. Keep being awesome, my friends. Love you all and hope to see you at one of these events soon! <3
giantgrowingvixen. It was a year I wouldn't soon forget, making me get the funds and means to hit up Bronycon in 2017. I really bought into the furry fandom proper back then, a decision I have not regretted to this day, even with the darkness of 2014 behind me at that point.Now that I am in a better spot financially now, I can safely say that yearly trips to AC will easily happen. This time around, my roommate and friend BlueBrush/NekoCrispy
bluebrush decided to join me on this adventure. To round out the con crew, I had Odendo 
odendo and Hydro join me as well. For me, part of the overall con experience highly depends on the company you are with. And this crew here was amazing to be around, ensuring we all clicked and made the best of our time there. I got to check out a cool Digimon trading card game, as well as share my love for Exceed: Battle System as well. And with every con, there was some peaks and valleys of the experience. But nothing that would stick around to discourage return trips. More like lessons learned for next time, like perhaps choosing something else besides the Westin to stay at. Or ensuring I drink more water throughout the day and figure out who was coming to the con more before hand.Regardless, I can definitely say this con was better than my initial 2016 experience. It was actually quite motivating, seeing so many creative fursuiters and how they interacted with others. I was surprised to see some friends of mine suit up to celebrate, that being Arador
aradortd as his mew, Beat! Part of me is actually considering looking into getting a partial suit done to join in the fun. I really do feel suiting up certainly has its advantages to make new connections and take some sweet photos to mark each con experience.The game rooms left something to be desired, but I could have certainly spent more time in there had I not focused trying to hang out with everyone I could find. Dealer's Den was amazing to walk through again, and I'm happy to say you'll be some cute and epic badges be revealed in due time around here. Ran into Gideon again, certainly reminding him of those amazing VHS tapes he made back in 2016 with his gallery. Plus, I got to meet Mabo
milkybody for the first time! It was just one pleasant surprise after another, and just like before, I was a bit bummed that it was going by so quickly. I managed to sneak into a rave session on Friday night, happy to see the crowd get into it with some killer glow rods and amazing tracks to dance to.As much fun (and unhealthy eating) I was doing the whole weekend, part of me certainly feels bad for those that cannot join me in this celebration. I really want to see more of my friends be able to join me at these conventions one day, celebrating the joy of being alive and with people that love you for who you are. Life isn't a guarantee and is so short to miss out on events like this. I want to spend the time between events keeping close with everyone that I can! I have been in voice calls more often as a result, and it's just amazing to just nerd out about anything with like minded people.
So all in all, Anthrocon impressed me yet again. I can't wait to check it out again, as well as other conventions around the country. I want to take advantage of the time I have to explore the world at my leisure. Hopefully I am able to leave behind a good legacy of companioship and joy to those that care about me. Even with my lack of belief in God, I just realize that now is the time do all I can to leave my mark. My legacy. And an inspiration to improve the world in ways that will change a generation. Keep being awesome, my friends. Love you all and hope to see you at one of these events soon! <3
AC is virtually (close enough) in my backyard but never been