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influence82 — Wed, 7 Jan 2009 00:06:46 MST

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The hallways were not that long but they looked inviting to hang out and sit.

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influence82 — Wed, 7 Jan 2009 00:06:34 MST

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There were beanbags scattered in the hallways. Not a bad idea if you ask me.

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influence82 — Wed, 7 Jan 2009 00:06:21 MST

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Some people really made themselves at home.

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influence82 — Wed, 7 Jan 2009 00:06:08 MST

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This is the first floor lobby of the Marriot. It too is impressively luxurious. it is the peaceful hangout spot away from the action (sort of).

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influence82 — Wed, 7 Jan 2009 00:05:56 MST

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To any normal person, it would look like Halloween, but to otakus, it is a dream come true.

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influence82 — Wed, 7 Jan 2009 00:05:32 MST

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Registration line? What registration line? There was barely anyone on the Saturday and Sunday of the event in line.

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influence82 — Wed, 7 Jan 2009 00:05:19 MST

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The real subjects are supposed to be Strawberry Shortcake and Transformers Hot Rod. Iconic cartoon characters of the 80's.

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influence82 — Wed, 7 Jan 2009 00:04:54 MST

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influence82 — Wed, 7 Jan 2009 00:04:41 MST

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influence82 — Wed, 7 Jan 2009 00:04:28 MST

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When I saw this guy wearing an AX shirt, I thought, "what the heck!" The fact is that AnimeLA is part of the Pacific Media group, who split from Anime Expo due to political reasons. The two organizations are pretty much not talking to each other.

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influence82 — Wed, 7 Jan 2009 00:04:16 MST

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Haruhi Suzimaya is one of the most popular costumes.

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influence82 — Wed, 7 Jan 2009 00:03:49 MST

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I have no idea what this person is supposed to be but he really stands out.

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influence82 — Wed, 7 Jan 2009 00:03:37 MST

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This guy does not have a wig but rather a crown. It still works well.

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influence82 — Wed, 7 Jan 2009 00:03:24 MST

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This customized Power Ranger suit is brought to you by www.herocosplay.com.

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influence82 — Wed, 7 Jan 2009 00:03:12 MST

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Even the Trash bins are specially made for the convention. Here is the picture of the official mascot.

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influence82 — Wed, 7 Jan 2009 00:03:00 MST

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Lounge area.

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influence82 — Wed, 7 Jan 2009 00:02:47 MST

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Dealer room.

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influence82 — Wed, 7 Jan 2009 00:02:21 MST

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Nice display of toys,

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influence82 — Wed, 7 Jan 2009 00:01:44 MST

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Fiends hanging out taking a break. Don't they look adorable?

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influence82 — Wed, 7 Jan 2009 00:00:53 MST

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This area was an exhibit of concept art from selected artists. There was also a Twilight (teen vampire novel) area.

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influence82 — Wed, 7 Jan 2009 00:00:39 MST

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Impressive poster. Yes, I admit that it is cute too.

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influence82 — Wed, 7 Jan 2009 00:00:26 MST

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Kingdom Hearts Keyblades were popular.

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influence82 — Wed, 7 Jan 2009 00:00:13 MST

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Catwoman was in a purrrrfect position.

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influence82 — Wed, 7 Jan 2009 00:00:01 MST

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Another dealer display.

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influence82 — Tue, 6 Jan 2009 23:59:48 MST

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influence82 — Tue, 6 Jan 2009 23:59:09 MST

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influence82 — Tue, 6 Jan 2009 23:58:56 MST

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The hotel is so fancy they give the trash can a cloth cover.

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influence82 — Tue, 6 Jan 2009 23:58:44 MST

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influence82 — Tue, 6 Jan 2009 23:58:31 MST

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They made the program an autograph book. I though that was interesting. It is an incentive to keep the book. More fan-friendly. You go to an event and get the guest's autograph. There was also an autograph room as well.

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influence82 — Tue, 6 Jan 2009 23:58:19 MST

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The Super Mario Bros. crew.

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influence82 — Tue, 6 Jan 2009 23:58:07 MST

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influence82 — Tue, 6 Jan 2009 23:57:54 MST

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Some people wore girdles. They are clothed that determine your body type. They are part of the gothic lolita style.

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influence82 — Tue, 6 Jan 2009 23:57:41 MST

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influence82 — Tue, 6 Jan 2009 23:57:28 MST

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Ribbon collecting was a new trend. Here, people collect ribbons for participating in certain activities and stick it under their admission badge.

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influence82 — Tue, 6 Jan 2009 23:57:16 MST

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Natural blonds had some advantages in their cosplay.

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influence82 — Tue, 6 Jan 2009 23:57:03 MST

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influence82 — Tue, 6 Jan 2009 23:56:50 MST

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There were some painted benches in the halls. Some had anime characters on them. It was pretty cool and contributed tot he atmosphere.

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influence82 — Tue, 6 Jan 2009 23:56:37 MST

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In the Video Game Room there were 2 pachinko machines. The obect is to place steel balls in certain points as they drop. it looks like what Americans would call a slot machine. It is gambling. When you hit certain points you can win more balls. Otherwise, the balls will fall and you will loose them. In this case, you can redeem the balls for prizes, like a ticketing system at Dave an Busters. The machines had 4D animations of busty babes, which I guess was so attract the prime demographic.

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influence82 — Tue, 6 Jan 2009 23:56:24 MST

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Some costumes are simple and work like this one piece dress. The person was not wearing any foot coverings. It reminded me of pajamas.

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influence82 — Tue, 6 Jan 2009 23:39:48 MST

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influence82 — Tue, 6 Jan 2009 23:37:58 MST

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influence82 — Tue, 6 Jan 2009 23:37:18 MST

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I cannot believe that there were so many replica weapons. I would not buy into them at all. A person's weapon should be as unique as their personality. These replicas do make it easier for cosplayers, though.

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influence82 — Tue, 6 Jan 2009 23:37:07 MST

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I saw this arms dealer at AX 2007. He has a good display but is not so nice to meet.

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influence82 — Tue, 6 Jan 2009 23:36:54 MST

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The dealer room was pretty small as well.

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influence82 — Tue, 6 Jan 2009 23:36:42 MST

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This was a costume exhibit in the dealers room that showcased acclaimed costumes for cosplay.

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influence82 — Tue, 6 Jan 2009 23:36:28 MST

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This convention was so small that they had set aside a room specifically for photos or meeting artists for autographs.