2008 Dragon Con Progress Report

visit us at: www.dragoncon.
org
For the latest information,
Atlanta, GA 30321-0459
P.O. Box 16459
22nd Edition Progress Report Atlanta, GA August 29-September 1, 2008
U . S . P O S TA G E
ACWORTH, GA
igner
PERMIT #41
t & Des
B U L K R AT E
Pop Ar rst into

Toys Bu Con!
PA I D
*
Dragon ge 26!
o n Pa
Details
Progress Report © 2008 Dragon*Con. Deville’s Pad © 2008 Derek Yaniger. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
EXHIBIT HALL & DEALERS ROOMS
Dragon*Con 2008 presents its Dealers Room and Exhibit
Hall at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis. Over a hundred Dealers
and Exhibitors offer a huge assortment of hardbound and
paperback books, games and accessories, Bronze, Silver,
and Golden Age comics, original crafts, costumes, medieval
August 30-September 1, 2008 * Atlanta, Georgia arms and artifacts, posters, models, collectible toys,
celebrity photos, animation cells, and imported Japanese
animation tapes and merchandise. The result is one of the
Atlanta Hyatt Regency, Marriott Marquis,
largest and most diverse dealer’s rooms on Earth.
Atlanta Hilton, and Sheraton Atlanta Hotel
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS
Dragon*Con is a star studded event with something for absolutely 2008 HIGHLIGHTS Our host hotels have expanded to include FOUR hotels;
everyone, including our annual Dragon*Con Parade, Masquerade, All Program Activities, Events and Convention
the Hyatt Regency Atlanta, Atlanta Marriott Marquis,
Atlanta Hilton, and Sheraton Atlanta Hotel. Art Show,
Costuming Contest, Cosplay Contest, Dawn Look-Alike Contest, Miss Registration in the Hyatt/Marriott/Hilton Concerts and Dances, Convention Hospitality suites,
Klingon Empire Beauty Pageant, Live Bands and DJs, huge Dealers/ Complex! And new this year, we’ve added the Video & Computer Rooms, Parties, and most Fan
Exhibitors Halls, Comic Artists Alley, Art Show and Exhibits, Sheraton Atlanta Hotel! Tracks will be located in the Hyatt. The Atlanta Marriott
Independent Short Film Festival, Triple X-treme Wrestling, Over 35 Simultaneous Programming Tracks Marquis will host our Dealers Room, Exhibitor Hall,
Walk-of-Fame, over 35 Fan Tracks making up over 3500 hours of The South’s Largest Costuming Contest Autograph Sessions, Fan Tables, and stars’ Walk
11th Annual $1,000 Dawn Look Alike Contest! of Fame. The Atlanta Hilton will feature our
programming, and hundreds of Guests, LARPS, and Tournament and Open Gaming,
including: 9th Annual Classic Comic Art Exhibition and additional Fan Track rooms. While the
Comic Book Quick Sketch Competition Sheraton Atlanta Hotel will host some of our
Sean Astin Hundreds of RPG, Board, Card, Miniature, larger events, special event programming, and
Adam Baldwin and Computer Gaming Events, and Multiple some of our late night parties!
LARPs
Eric Basaldua Live Concerts, Dances, and DJs until 6:00 AM
Rooms at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta, Atlanta
Marriott Marquis, Atlanta Hilton, and Sheraton
Larry Elmore Guest of Honor Banquet and Awards Atlanta Hotel are now sold out.
Robert Englund Ceremony
There is still room available at our
22nd Annual Dragon*Con Independent Short
Shane Glines Film Festival many fine overflow hotels, including the
Baymont Suites (rates starting at $95/
Laurell K. Hamilton 19th Annual Robot Battles Competition night), Days Inn (rates starting at $95/night), the Glenn
Jason Hawes 10th Annual Miss Klingon Empire Beauty Hotel (rates starting at $132/night), Holiday Inn (rates
Pageant starting at $109/night), Wyndham Hotel (rates starting
Lance Henriksen 7th Annual Dragon*Con Parade at $105/night), and the Westin Peachtree Hotel (rates
James Hong An Evening of Professional Wrestling starting at $182/night).
James Kyson Lee Largest Art Show in Fandom Dragon*Con will be running complimentary shuttles
DC*TV Available in All FOUR Host Hotels between all of our four host hotels and our official
Matthew Lewis overflow hotels.
Free Shuttle Service Between All Official
Anne McCaffrey Convention Hotels Be sure to mention that you are with Dragon*Con when
Kathie Olivas reserving your room, otherwise you might be told that
Hayden Panettiere
EVENTS & ACTIVITIES the hotel is sold out or given a higher room rate. For
further details on our overflow hotels, please visit us at
Buzz Parker Over 3500 hours of science fiction, fantasy, gaming, www.dragoncon.org, and click “Overflow Hotels”.
comics and science-related panels, seminars,
Brandt Peters demonstrations, and workshops are schedule over
HOW TO CONTACT US
The Amazing Randi all four convention days. All programming events are
included in your Dragon*Con 2008 Membership. For additional information, call our office Monday-Friday,
Rob Reger 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern Time, at (770) 909-
Fan Tracks with something for everyone, including Sci- 0115 [voice], fax us at (770) 909-0112, or e-mail us at
Steve Rude fi and Fantasy Literature, Star Wars, Star Trek, X Track, dragoncon@dragoncon.org.
George Takei Anne McCaffrey’s Pern, Tolkien’s Middle Earth, Robert
Jordan’s Wheel of Time, as well as an Animation Track, Register online now using PayPal or major credit card at
Harry Turtledove Film Track, Costuming Track, Dark Fantasies, British www.dragoncon.org or download our handy registration
Grant Wilson and American Television, NASA Space and Science, form and mail to: Dragon*Con 2008 Membership, PO
Computer Technology, Writing, Art and Anime & Film Box 16459, Atlanta, GA 30321-0459.
Chelsea Quinn Video Rooms and much more are featured! Brand new
Yarbro this year, we have added fan tracks for Anime/Manga,
4-Day Memberships only $$75
MMORPGs, Horror, Romance Writers, and Skeptics!
For more information, For more on our programming tracks, check the web until July 15, and $90 thereafter!
visit us today at w w w . D R A G O N C O N . o r g !
at: www.dragoncon.org!
Artwork © 2008 Shane Glines. All rights reserved.
CONTENTS
Announcements........................................................................ 2
Featured Guests......................................................................... 3
Additional Guests....................................................................22
Fan Tracks................................................................................24
Registration Form...................................................................32
Host Hotels...............................................................................33
Overflow Hotels.......................................................................34
Courtesy Buses.........................................................................34
Location Map...........................................................................34
Dealers/Exhibitors List...........................................................38
Live Performances...................................................................40
Contests
Update #1 2008 Anime Music Videos........................................................44
Published by Dragon*Con. Art Show Awards..............................................................44
Comic Book Quick Sketch..............................................44
Cosplay Contest................................................................44
All material, unless otherwise noted,
Costuming Contest...........................................................45
is © 2008 Dragon*Con and may not
Dawn Look-Alike Contest...............................................45
be reproduced without permission.
Dragon*Con after Dark...................................................45
All other artwork is TM and
Hallway Costume Contest...............................................45
© 2008 by respective owners.
Masquerade Costume Contest........................................45
Dragon*Con Miss Klingon Empire Beauty Pageant............................46
PO Box 16459 Star Wars Costume Contest.............................................46
Atlanta, GA 30321-0459 Robot Battles™...................................................................46
www.dragoncon.org Convention Events
7th Annual Dragon*Con Parade......................................47
Phone: 770-909-0115 Art Show & Print Shop....................................................47
(M-F 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST); Autograph Sessions...........................................................47
Fax: 770-909-0112 Blood Drive........................................................................48
Charity Auction................................................................48
Printed in the USA. Comic Artists Exhibit.......................................................48
Guest of Honor Banquet..................................................49
22nd Independent Film Festival.......................................49
Update #1, 2008
Late-Night Entertainment...............................................49
Nuts on the Road: Gonzo Sound & Vision....................50
Cover Art Reading Sessions...............................................................50
Deville’s Pad Video & Film Rooms........................................................50
© 2008 Derek Yaniger Walk of Fame.....................................................................50
www.derekart.com Wrestling............................................................................50
Writer’s Workshop............................................................51
Progress Report Convention Services
© 2008 Dragon*Con Child Care..........................................................................51
All Rights Reserved. Disability Services.............................................................51
Fan/Band Concourse Tables............................................52
Hospitality Suite/ConSuite..............................................53
Information Desk..............................................................53
Tournament Gaming
General Information........................................................54
Board Gaming...................................................................55
Collectible Card Gaming (CCGs)..................................56
Computer Gaming............................................................56
Game Panel Programming..............................................56
LARPS................................................................................57
Miniatures Gaming...........................................................63
Online Gaming.................................................................63
© 2006 Doctor’s Associates Inc. SUBWAY® is a registered Role-Playing, Campaign Gaming...................................63
trademark of Doctor’s Associates Inc. Role-Playing Gaming.......................................................64
Visit us at www.dragoncon.org for the latest information! 1
ANNOUNCEMENTS
VV Dragon*ConTV will be available in all four host hotels!
D*CTV will be available at all four host hotels, and new this
year, many of the main programming events will be broadcast
throughout the convention! So stop standing in line—order
room service, kick back and enjoy the show from the comfort of
your hotel room!
VV Shuttle Buses Traveling Between Host Hotels and Authorized
Overflow Hotels, Only!
Dragon*Con will once again be providing shuttle buses between
the official host hotels (Hyatt Regency, Marriott Marquis,
Hyatt Lobby Atlanta Hilton, and Atlanta Sheraton Hotel), and the authorized
overflow hotels (please check the website for the most up to
date list). The shuttles will run between these hotels only,
and a detailed map of the route will be provided in the Pocket
Program at the show.
VV Dragon*Con Will No Longer Provide On-site Guest
Registration
All professionals wishing to attend
Dragon*Con as a Guest must apply
prior to the posted deadline in order
to be considered for Guest status at
Dragon*Con.
VV Photography Restriction Hours and
Locations
Due to restrictions set by the Fire
Marshal, there will be no photography
allowed on the Centennial Ballroom
level of the Hyatt Hotel on Friday,
Saturday, and Sunday evening
Crowd at Fan Panel
from 7:00 PM until Midnight.
This restriction applies ONLY to this floor and these hours.
Photography of Costuming Contest, Dawn, and the Masquerade
contestants will be available in a separate location. Please check
your Pocket Program for details.
Live Band Performance
2 Dragon*Con Progress Report V August 29-September 1, 2008

Featured Guests
It’s only June and already Dragon*Con has 250 confirmed Guests! Dragon*Con
is proud to present the most talented writers, actors, comic book creators,
and artists in the sci-fi, fantasy, horror, media, pop-culture, and
everything in between universe!
Kevin J. Anderson
Kevin is the author of more than ninety novels, forty-three of which
have appeared on national or international bestseller lists. He has
coauthored ten books in Frank Herbert’s classic Dune universe with
Herbert’s son, Brian, and he has coauthored a major bestseller with
Dean Koontz, Prodigal Son, which sold more than a million copies
in a single year. Recently, he worked with DC Comics to publish The
Last Days of Krypton, an epic science fiction novel that reveals the
never-before-told story of the end of Superman’s planet. In all, he Sean Astin
has over twenty million books in print in thirty languages.
Sean Astin
Sean debuted on the silver screen as Mikey in The Goonies. He recently played
Samwise Gamgee in Peter Jackson’s The Lord of the Rings film trilogy. While
working on The Two Towers, he persuaded a number of fellow cast and crew
members, including director Peter Jackson, to act in
or work as crew on his short film, The Long and Short
of It, which takes place on a street in Wellington, New
Zealand. The film premiered at the Sundance Film
Festival 2003, and appears on the “standard edition”
DVD of The Two Towers as an extra feature together
with a “making of ” video.
Erick Avari
Erick’s credits include leading roles in films from
Kevin Reynold’s cult classic The Beast of War, as well
Erick Avari
as commercial mega hits such as Planet of the Apes,
Stargate, Independence Day, and The Mummy. His
comedic skills have landed him starring roles in For Love or Money and Woody
Allen’s only TV film, Don’t Drink the Water. On television, in addition to his
recurring role as Kasuf on Stargate SG-1, Erick has played notable roles on West
Wing, Law and Order, Star Trek: Deep Space 9, Family Law, and NYPD Blue.
Morena Baccarin
Morena landed her first movie role in the improvised fashion world comedy
Perfume. This was followed by a lead role in the film festival hit Way Off
Broadway. Shortly before moving to Los Angeles, Morena appeared with
Natalie Portman and understudied for her role in the acclaimed Central
Park production of The Seagull. Firefly was her first television show, of which
she reprised her role from Firefly in the film Serenity. Morena also provided
the voice for Black Canary in multiple episodes of the animated series Justice
League Unlimited.
Morena Baccarin

Adam Baldwin
“He robbed from the rich, and he gave to the poor. Stood up to the man and
gave him what for. Our love for him now ain’t hard to explain. The hero of
Canton the man they call Jayne.” On television, Adam has played great all-
American characters, as in HBO’s acclaimed Earth to the Moon, produced
by Tom Hanks; Smokejumpers; and In the Line of Duty. He starred in The
Cape and in Francis Ford Coppola’s Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde. Sci-fi audiences
know Adam well from his lead and recurring roles on X-Files, Angel, and, of
course, Joss Whedon’s Firefly.
Jamie Bamber
Adam Baldwin
Jamie has since worked steadily as an actor in TV, film, and radio in Europe
and the United States. His recent credits include Steven Spielberg and Tom
Hanks’s HBO miniseries, Band of Brothers, Daniel Deronda for the BBC, and he
currently stars as Major Lee “Apollo” Adama on the Sci Fi Channel television
program, Battlestar Galactica.
Eric Basaldua
Eric began his career at Top Cow Productions in
2000 under the direct tutelage of founder Marc
Silvestri. His early credits include Magdalena,
Witchblade/Wolverine, and Tomb Raider. Basaldua
often works very closely with Silvestri, stepping in
to provide art for Hunter-Killer #7 and #8 as well
as assisting Silvestri on character designs for the
recently announced partnership with Dynamite
Entertainment. Basaldua’s most recent work can be
seen in Darkness Level 3, written by Paul Jenkins and
David Wohl, and in Witchblade/Devi #1, written by
Ron Marz. Jamie Bamber
Linda Blair
Internationally known for her portrayal of the fourteen year old girl in
the movie The Exorcist, Linda already had a full career in modeling and
commercials in NYC. At the age of five, she began working as a model for such
well-known stores as Sears, J.C. Penney’s, and Macy’s. She made several TV
movies including Born Innocent, Sarah T.—Portrait of a Teenage
Alcoholic, Sweet Hostage, and Summer of Fear, directed by Wes
Craven. Her movies have ranged from roller skating in Roller Boogie
to starring with Richard Burton in Exorcist II: the Heretic.
Avery Brooks
Avery is an accomplished stage, television and film actor best
known for his role as Benjamin Sisko in Star Trek: Deep Space Nine.
He is the only actor to appear in all 173 episodes of the series, and
also directed several episodes. In addition, he played Benny Russell
in the episodes “Far Beyond the Stars” and “Shadows and Symbols.”
Avery Brooks He also voiced Sisko in the games Star Trek: Deep Space Nine—
Harbinger and Star Trek: Legacy.

Mark Brooks
Mark is an illustrator contracting with Marvel comics for the last four years
as well as recently becoming an authorized Lucasfilm artist. He
has worked on dozens of titles including Amazing Spiderman,
Ultimate Spiderman, Ultimate Fantastic Four, New X-Men, and
Cable/Deadpool, as well as co-creating the new Latina Spider-girl
character- Arana. Past and current clients include DC Comics/DC
Licensing, Darkhorse Comics, Capcom USA, Upperdeck, Devil’s
Due Publishing, Gentle Giant Studios, and Hasbro Toys.
Jeremy Bulloch
Jeremy portrays the bounty-hunter Boba Fett in The Empire Strikes
Back and Return of the Jedi. He appeared in Doctor Who as Tor in
the episode The Space Museum with William Hartnell as the Doctor.
He also played the part of Hal the Archer in The Time Warrior when Jeremy Bulloch
Jon Pertwee was the Doctor.
James Callis
James currently portrays the insane genius Dr. Gaius Baltar in The Sci-Fi
Channel’s new version of Battlestar Galactica. He also appeared at the Almeida
Theatre in George Bernard Shaw’s The Doctor’s
Dilemma, and at the Soho Theatre in London in Peter
Ackerman’s Things You Shouldn’t Say Past Midnight.
He broke into television in 1996 with a guest role
on the British series Murder Most Horrid and with a
recurring role in the ensemble of the long-running
U.K. drama Soldier Soldier.
Peter David
Peter is a prolific author whose career and continued
popularity spans nearly two decades. He has worked
in every conceivable media: television, film, books
James Callis (fiction, nonfiction, and audio), short stories, and
comic books, and acquired followings in all of
them. In the literary field, Peter has had over fifty novels published, including
numerous appearances on the New York Times bestsellers list. Peter’s comic
book resume includes an award-winning, 12-year run on The Incredible Hulk,
and he has also worked on such varied and popular titles as Supergirl, Young
Justice, Soulsearchers and Company, Aquaman, Spider-Man, Spider-Man
2099, X-Factor, Star Trek, Wolverine, The Phantom, Sachs and Violens, and
The Dark Tower.
Don S. Davis
Don is best known for playing Major General/Lieutenant General George S.
Hammond in the science fiction television series Stargate SG-1, and earlier
for playing Major Garland Briggs on the television series Twin Peaks. He
is a character actor, former theatre professor, painter, and was a captain in
the U. S. Army in the 1960s. Not satisfied with just acting, he is also a visual
artist, spending most of his free time painting or carving.
Don S. Davis

Ami Dolenz
Daughter of The Monkees’ Micky Dolenz and granddaughter of late
actor George Dolenz, actress Ami played Melissa McKee in the long-
running drama series General Hospital. She had a recurring role as Sloan
Peterson in the television series, Ferris Bueller, and appeared in a variety
of other television series and movies which include Children of the Night,
Pumpkinhead II: Blood Wings, Witchboard 2: The Devils Doorway, Ticks,
Superboy, and Stepmonsters.
Micky Dolenz
Michael Dorn Micky become an international phenomenon, selling over sixty million
records as lead singer and drummer of The Monkees. In 2007 he played
Derek Allen in Rob Zombie’s Halloween. Other television credits include Circus
Boy, The Tick, and Batman: The Animated Series.
Michael Dorn
Michael received much of his on-the-job training on the daytime drama Days
of Our Lives. In the prime-time hours, Dorn was seen
as Officer Turner during the final two seasons of the
weekly cop series CHiPs and guest-starred on many
more primetime series including Knots Landing and
Falcon Crest. He donned mounds of facial makeup
for what was to be his signature role: the U.S.S.
Enterprise’s Klingon officer Lt. Worf on Star Trek: the
Next Generation. Michael reprised his role of Worf
on Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. He also contributed
behind the scenes, directing several episodes of DS9.
Aaron Douglas
Aaron Douglas
Aaron is portrays Chief Galen Tyrol in the Sci Fi
Channel’s hit series, Battlestar Galactica. He has appeared in such feature
films as Man About Town, White Noise, Catwoman, I, Robot, The Chronicles of
Riddick, Walking Tall, Saved!, Paycheck, X-Men 2 and Final Destination 2. On
television, Aaron has appeared on such shows as The Dead Zone, Andromeda,
The L Word, The Chris Isaak Show, Jeremiah, Black Sash, The Outer Limits,
Stargate SG-1, Smallville and Dark Angel, as well as The Sci Fi Channel’s
miniseries Steven Spielberg Presents Taken.
Brad Dourif
Though Brad had been appearing in numerous play productions,
such as The Ghost Sonata and The Doctor in Spite of Himself, he
got his first break when he was discovered by director Milos
Forman who cast him opposite Jack Nicholson in One Flew over the
Cuckoo’s Nest. He has since starred in Dune, Blue Velvet, Graveyard
Shift, Body Parts, Escape to Witch Mountain, Urban Legend, Alien
Resurrection, and all five Child’s Play films (as Chucky). His most
recent role is that of Grima Wormtongue in the Lord of the Rings
Brad Dourif films. His numerous television appearances have included roles on
Millennium, Star Trek: Voyager, Babylon 5, The X Files, Tales from
the Crypt, and The Hitchhiker.

Erica Durance
Erica is perhaps best known for her role as Lois Lane on the WB series
Smallville. She played an intergalactic librarian in Andromeda, and
a love interest for Teal’c in Stargate SG-1. In 2008, she will star in
Ecstasy, based on the bestselling book by Irvine Welsh.
Gigi Edgley
Gigi is an Australian actress who stole the hearts of American geeks
and Sci-fi enthusiasts with her role as Chiana on Farscape, a cult
science fiction TV show by the Jim Henson Company. She has
accumulated a truly remarkable set of skills she utilizes throughout
her career including, dance, singing, martial arts, trapeze and her
signature fire twirling. She has recently finished shooting the feature
Newcastle and the documentary Creature Keepers. She also voiced
parts of Lost: Via Domus, a video game by Ubisoft based off the Erica Durance
television series Lost.
Larry Elmore
One of the world’s leading fantasy artists, Larry’s works have graced the covers
of National Lampoon, Heavy Metal, and Dragon magazine. Though his primary
work is cover illustrations for novels, he has done
work for role-playing games, comics, magazines,
computer games, toys, and cards. He is best known
for his covers of the original Dragonlance novels.
Robert Englund
Robert is probably best known as Freddy Krueger in
A Nightmare on Elm Street and all of its sequels. After
his huge success as Freddy Krueger, Englund became
the first new horror movie star since Christopher
Lee and Peter Cushing in the 1960s. Since his first
film, Buster and Billie, he has made over one hundred
Robert Englund television and film appearances. Englund made his
directorial début with the horror film 976-EVIL. He
can currently be seen in the comedy horror film Zombie Strippers.
Bill Fawcett
Bill has been a professor, teacher, corporate executive, and college dean. He
is one of the founders of Mayfair Games, a board and role-playing gaming
company. As a book packager, a person who prepares a series of books from
concept to production for major publishers, his company, Bill Fawcett &
Associates, has packaged over 250 titles for virtually every major publisher
including Wing Commander, Magic: The Gathering, Ultima, and Ultima
Underworld.
David Franklin
David is best known to science fiction and fantasy fans as the consummate
Peacekeeper officer Captain Braca on Farscape. Stepping on board the
command carrier at the end of season one he has become a firm favorite
with audiences, who have grown to love and hate him as Braca, who does David Franklin
whatever it takes to stay alive and advance in his quest for power.

Shane Glines
Shane is an illustrator, animator, and character designer. He is the founder
and president of CartoonRetro.com, a website devoted to preserving the
work of the great cartoonists and illustrators of the past. He worked as
a layout and cleanup artist for John Kricfalusi’s Spümcø studio, before
graduating to Warner Bros. where he was a character designer for several
DC Comics based series, including Batman: The Animated Series, Superman,
Batman Beyond, and Justice League. He has also contributed character
designs for Disney’s Kim Possible, and Cartoon Network’s Samurai Jack.
Basil Gogos
Steve Gonsalves
Basil is the well known cover artist for the famous monster magazines
Monsterscene and Monsters. The Famous Monster Movie Art of Basil Gogos is a
celebration of the career of the acknowledged master of film monster portrait
art. To many fans of classic horror movies, the name Basil Gogos is as familiar
as that of Boris Karloff, Bela Lugosi or Vincent Price. Gogos’ paintings are as
iconic as his subjects.
Steve Gonsalves
Steve can be seen on the Sci Fi channel hit show
Ghost Hunters. Steve is the TAPS tech manager and
evidence analyst. As the technology manager, Steve
oversees all members of the TAPS Tech team and
the equipment. This includes investigators, technical
advisors and investigators-in-training. Steve has been
a public speaker about paranormal phenomena for
more than ten years.
Erin Gray
Erin Gray
Best known to Sci-fi audiences as Colonel Wilma
Deering from Buck Rogers in the 25th Century, Erin’s credits span everything
from Silver Spoons and The Hitchhiker to Baywatch. For over two decades, she
has performed in over a dozen feature films, including Six Pack, with Kenny
Rogers, and Friday the 13th: Jason Goes to Hell. Today, she maintains a solid
acting career and a strong family life while possessing a highly developed sense
of public service. She is the spokesperson for the NCADV, and sits on the
Advisory Board of Directors for Haven House, a battered woman’s
shelter, and is the recipient of nine community service awards.
Dean Haglund
Dean Haglund is best known for his nine seasons playing Langly,
one of the computer geeks known a Lone Gunmen from the
FOX TV series the X-Files, as well as from the spin-off series The
Lone Gunmen. A long-time comedy improviser, he got his start
with the likes of Ryan Stiles and Colin Mockery (Whose Line is it
Anyway?) in the internationally award winning Vancouver Theater
Sports League. He now regularly performs in Los Angeles with The
Dean Haglund Groundlings and Second City.

Laurell K. Hamilton
Laurell’s writing is characterized by vivid prose, erotic sensuality, complex
character and world building. Laurell K Hamilton is a regular on the
New York Times Bestseller List with both her series, Anita Blake-
Vampire Hunter, and Meredith Gentry-Fairy princess/private eye
series. Marvel Comics worked closely with her to adapt her Anita
Blake series into comic book medium with a stunning amount of
success. The first graphic novel Guilty Pleasures was the number
one selling graphic novel for that month. The comic medium has
allowed her to give fans Anita the prequel they have been clamoring
for in the form of a special two issue limited series entitled First
Death.
Richard Hatch
Internationally known actor, writer, and producer Richard Laurell K. Hamilton
(Battlestar Galactica’s Tom Zarek and the original series’ Captain
Apollo) has written comics and co-authored eight novels in the BSG universe.
He’s the editor and one of the writers for the BSG book entitled So Say We All.
He also wrote/co-wrote a trilogy of Battlestar Galactica novels for Byron Preiss
Publications.
Jason Hawes
TAPS (The Atlantic Paranormal Society) is headed
by Jason and Grant Wilson, and is a close-knit
group of paranormal researchers. Built on their
mutual interest in getting to the bottom of everyday,
paranormal occurrences, TAPS is an eclectic but
unified bunch—and certainly not what you’d expect
to find at the forefront of paranormal investigation.
He is currently in the forth season of filming for the
Sci Fi channel’s television series, Ghost Hunters.
Lance Henriksen
Jason Hawes
Lance is perhaps best known for portraying the
android Bishop, an artificial life-form, in Aliens and Alien 3. He would go on
to play Charles Bishop Weyland, the man Bishop’s appearance was based on, in
Alien vs. Predator. He starred as Frank Black, a former FBI agent who possessed
an ability to see into the minds of killers, in the TV series Millennium, created
and produced by Chris Carter, the creator of The X-Files. His performances
on Millennium earned him critical acclaim, including a People’s Choice
award, and three consecutive Golden Globe nominations.
Virginia Hey
Virginia’s acting career began following a successful modeling career, where
she was spotted by casting directors and placed in her big screen debut with
Mel Gibson in the film classic Mad Max 2: Road Warrior. Since then, she
has appeared in Mussolini, Roar, The Living Daylights, and Signal One. Her
last major television role was that of Priestess Zhaan on the Sci Fi Channel’s
series, Farscape.
Lance Henriksen

Stephen Hickman
Stephen has been illustrating science fiction and fantasy for over two
decades. His work has been inspired by masters of fantasy and science
fiction writing, J.R.R. Tolkein, H.P. Lovecraft, A. Merritt, Edgar Rice
Burroughs and Clark Ashton Smith. Since 1976 he has illustrated
over 375 covers for Ace, Baen, Ballantine, Bantam, Berkeley, Dell, Del
Rey, Doubleday, Phage Press, Tor, and Warren Publications. He wrote
The Lemurian Stone, which formed the basis for his Pharazar Mythos
illustrations such as The Lion Pavillion, and is also reproduced along with
The Archers, in Spectrum.
Virginia Hey
Tracy Hickman
Tracy is a best-selling fantasy author, best known for his work on Dragonlance
as a game designer and co-author with Margaret Weis, while he worked for
TSR. They also wrote the Darksword trilogy, the Death Gate Cycle, and the
Sovereign Stone trilogy. He recently announced starting two new fantasy series,
one being the six-book Dragonships series with his long-time writing partner
Margaret Weis, and the other the three-book Drakis series with his wife, Laura.
James Hong
James has been in over 500 feature films and
television shows. He is still going strong with his
recent role in Twentieth Century Fox’s The Day the
Earth Stood Still. He entertained millions as Lo Pan
in Big Trouble in Little China, the voice of Chi Fu
in Mulan, and appeared opposite popular stars like
Harrison Ford in Blade Runner, and Jack Nicholson
in Chinatown, and The Two Jakes. His television
credentials include Seinfeld, Law and Order, Kung-Fu,
and Hawaii 5-0. James Hong
Joe Jusko
Joe is undoubtedly one of the best known fantasy, pin-up and comic artists in
the world today. His career has spanned almost thirty years, starting with the
sale of his very first cover for Heavy Metal magazine in 1977 at the age of 17. In
addition to his work at Marvel over the years, Joe has produced art for many
other companies and characters, including DC Comics, Crusade
Comics, Innovation Comics, Harris Comics, Wildstorm Comics,
Top Cow Productions, and Byron Preiss Visuals. Currently, he is
working on a hardcover Art of Joe Jusko book, to be released by
Desperado Publishing, and a graphic storytelling version of Steve
Niles’ (author of 30 Days of Night) supernatural detective Cal
MacDonald for Dark Horse Comics.
Stacy Keach
Versatility embodies the essence of Stacy’s career. As an actor he has
expressed his talent in the theater, in film and television, and the
Stacy Keach range of his roles is remarkable. Probably best known around the
world for his portrayal of the hard-boiled detective, Mike Hammer,
he is also well-known among younger generations for his portrayal of the
irresistible, hilarious dad, Ken Titus, in the Fox sitcom, Titus, and more recently
as Warden Henry Pope in the hit series, Prison Break.

Sherrilyn Kenyon
New York Times bestselling author, Sherrilyn is an international phenomenon
and the author of several series, including Dark-Hunters, The League,
Lords of Avalon, and Nevermore. Her books always appear at the top
of all national and international lists. She has over 11 millions copies
of her books in print in 33 countries. In 2008, she debuted her
comic book series, The Lords of Avalon which started in February.
Her Dark-Hunter Manga is due to hit the stands this fall.
Walter Koenig
Walter theatrical directorial credits in Los Angeles include Hotel
Paradiso, Becket, America Hurrah, Matrix, the award winning
Three by Tenn and the stage adaptation of two original Twilight
Zone episodes. He has been an actor for four decades and is best
remembered for his involvement in the original Star Trek television Walter Koenig
series, the seven movies that followed, his contribution to the five
year series Babylon 5, and Moontrap. The internet Star Trek original series, New
Voyages’ episode To Serve All My Day, a story about Pavel Chekov in which
Walter again played the Russian character.
Katherine Kurtz
An outstanding writer of high fantasy, Katherine is
best-known for her epic, ground-breaking Chronicles
of the Deryni series. She also wrote Two Crowns for
America, St. Patrick’s Gargoyle, Lammas Night, and
the Adept series.
James Kyson Lee

James stars in NBC’s Emmy Award-nominated
ensemble drama series Heroes as Ando Masahashi,
a quiet Tokyo executive who embarks on wild
adventures with his time-traveling friend Hiro
Nakamura. In 2008, he will star in several feature
James Kyson Lee films including the highly anticipated Shutter, Do
Over, and Sleeping Room Only.
Anthony Lewis
Anthony, brother of Matthew Lewis, began acting at age nine and had a
three and half year stint playing Marc Reynolds on the popular British
soap opera Emmerdale. He is filming an adaptation of Jonathan Trigell’s
novel Boy A directed by John Crowley, as well as working on series two of
Torchwood. He is also a member of the band The Good Die Young.
Matthew Lewis
Matthew has been acting since he was five years old, starting off with
minor parts in television programs until he tried out for the part of Neville
Longbottom, in Harry Potter. He has portrayed Neville Longbottom all of
the Harry Potter films to date. For his role as Neville, Lewis wears yellow
and crooked false teeth, two-sizes-too-big shoes and has plastic bits placed
behind his ears in order to make them stick out more. Matthew Lewis

Joseph Michael Linsner
Joseph, creator of indie comics goddess Dawn, has been in the comics
industry for eighteen years now. In that time, he has gone from self-
publishing the landmark horror series Cry for Dawn to three Dawn
miniseries (Lucifer’s Halo, Return of the Goddess, Three Tiers), to becoming
an in-demand cover artist for Top Cow, Marvel, Dark Horse, Dynamite
Entertainment, and World of Warcraft.
Robert Llewellyn
Robert is best known for his portrayal of Kryten, the sensitive mechanoid
Gareth David Lloyd from the Emmy award winning BBC series Red Dwarf. His tolerance of
prosthetic make up has become legendary in UK TV circles. Since the
last episode of Red Dwarf was broadcast the DVD’s have sold more than
seven million copies worldwide. Recently he played the role of the perplexed
Gryphon in Neil Gaimen’s film MirrorMask.
Gareth David Lloyd

Gareth is a Welsh actor best known for his role as
Ianto Jones in the British science fiction television
program Torchwood. He has appeared in such UK
television programs as Absolute Power, Casualty,
Rosemary & Thyme, and The Bill, and recorded a
number of M.R. James Ghost Stories entitled Tales of
the Supernatural. Gareth co-wrote the hard-hitting
Wrecked, a forty-five minute play on the effects of
heavy drinking which starts with a drink-induced car
crash.
Jake Lloyd
Cirroc Lofton
Jake is an American actor who gained worldwide
fame when he was chosen by George Lucas to play the young Anakin Skywalker
in Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace, the first film in the Star Wars
prequel trilogy.
Cirroc Lofton
Cirroc played the regular role of Jake Sisko on Star Trek: Deep Space
Nine beginning in 1993. He made his first acting appearance in the
hit film Beethoven. He was cast as Jake Sisko later that same year.
Filming DS9 kept him busy, but he made his first guest appearance
in an episode of Moesha. He later made two guest appearances in
Smart Guy as two different characters. Soon after DS9 ended, he was
a main cast member on The Hoop Life.
Daniel Logan
At the top of Daniel’s growing resume sits his portrayal of Boba
Fett in Star Wars: Episode II: Attack of the Clones. Most recently he
Daniel Logan had roles in The Legend of Johnny Lingo, Internet Date, and Shades
of Blue. He has worked on several commercials and had television
appearances on the series Shortland Street, and Hercules: Legendary
Journeys.

Sean Maguire
Sean rose to fame when he took on the role of “Tag” Ratcliffe on the BBC
children’s drama Grange Hill. After leaving Grange Hill, he had a
recurring role on the series Eastenders. On American television,
he has had lead roles in the series Off Centre, created by the Weitz
Brothers for the WB, Eve for UPN and last season’s comedy series
The Class for CBS, created by Jeffrey Klarik and David Crane
(Friends). On stage, he has performed in Romeo and Juliet as Romeo,
Joe Orton’s Loot, and Funny about Love.
Don Maitz
Don has produced outstanding work in fantastic realism. For
twenty-five years, he has produced narrative paintings containing
fantasy, science fiction, and historical images. His images adorn
books, magazines, cards, limited edition prints, puzzles, computer Sean Maguire
screen savers, and other merchandise. He has produced two art
books, Dreamquests: The Art of Don Maitz, and First Maitz. He is featured as
the cover artist in the first Fantasy Art Masters book and Spectrum magazine.
He created the Captain Morgan Spiced Rum character and has worked as a
conceptual artist on the animated feature films Jimmy Neutron Boy Genius and
The Ant Bully.
James Marsters
James may best be known around the world for his
ever popular cult character Spike, the punk-goth
vampire who he played on Buffy the Vampire Slayer
and Angel for seven years. After working six years
on the hit show Buffy the Vampire Slayer he made
the move to Angel for the last season it aired. He
joined the cast of Smallville as Brainiac, an android
that causes a severe riff between Clark and Lex. Most
recently he completed work on the hit BBC television
show Torchwood, starring opposite John Barrowman.
James Marsters Many fans may have also seen his recent appearance
on the new hit TNT series Saving Grace starring
Holly Hunter.
Anne McCaffrey
Anne’s first novel, Restoree, was written as a protest against the absurd and
unrealistic portrayals of women in science-fiction novels in the 50’s and
early 60’s. Anne’s talents as a storyteller are best displayed, however, in the
handling of broader themes and the worlds of her imagination, particularly
in her Dragonriders of Pern series and in the The Ship Who Sang series.
Todd McCaffrey
New York Times Bestselling author Todd Johnson McCaffrey is most
noted for his books in the Dragonriders of Pern series, both solo and in
collaboration with his mother, Anne McCaffrey. His books include the Pern
books Dragonsblood, Dragon’s Kin (with Anne McCaffrey), Dragon’s Fire
(also with Anne McCaffrey), and the nonfiction work, Dragonholder. His
latest solo book, Dragonheart, is due for release in November 2008. Anne McCaffrey

Sylvester McCoy
Sylvester played the seventh incarnation of the Doctor in the BBC sci-fi
series Doctor Who, which he reprised as the voice of the Doctor in the PC-
based video game, Doctor Who: Destiny of the Doctors. He has appeared with
the Royal Shakespeare Company in The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe,
and in King Lear, playing the Fool to Ian McKellen’s Lear, a performance
which made use of McCoy’s ability to play the spoons.
Rebecca Moesta
Rebecca has authored or coauthored more than thirty books, including the
Sylvester McCoy Crystal Doors series for Young Adults, the award-winning Star Wars: Young
Jedi Knights series, and two graphic novels with husband Kevin J. Anderson.
Her short fiction has appeared in Analog magazine as well as numerous
anthologies. She and her husband are currently coauthoring the Crystal Doors
young adult series for Little, Brown.
Phil Morris
Phil portrayed the DC Comics superhero The
Martian Manhunter in the CW television series
Smallville. He voiced the villain Imperiex on Legion
of Superheroes. He made his feature film debut in Star
Trek III: The Search for Spock and later guest starred
on Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, and Star Trek: Voyager.
Devon Murray
Devon’s acting career began in the film This is my
Father which opened the door to an abundance of
opportunities on the big screen. Angela’s Ashes closely
followed by Yesterday’s Children increased Devon’s Devon Murray
worldwide recognition, paving the way to his role of
Seamus Finnegan in the Harry Potter series, which has taken the world by storm.
Jody Lynn Nye

Jody she has published thirty-seven books and more than one hundred short
stories. Among the novels she has written are her epic fantasy series, The
Dreamland, beginning with Waking in Dreamland, Mythology 101,
Mythology Abroad, Higher Mythology, Advanced Mythology, and
The Magic Touch. She also wrote The Dragonlover’s Guide to Pern, a
non-fiction-style guide to the world of internationally best-selling
author Anne McCaffrey’s popular world. Her newest book An
Unexpected Apprentice is the first half of a fantasy duology for TOR
Books. The second volume is due out in December 2008.
David Nykl
Known for his versatility and depth as an actor, David has also
produced theatre and film projects, and co-founded Prague’s Misery
David Nykl Loves Company Theatre with Richard Toth and Ewan McLaren. He
is known to science fiction fans as the recurring Stargate Atlantis
character of Dr. Radek Zelenka, a Czech scientist on Earth’s expedition to the
“lost city” of Atlantis. His character often provides a foil to the main scientists,
who forget the limits of their situation.

Kathie Olivas
Kathie is a multi-media artist who resides with her husband and fellow artist,
Brandt Peters. Sugary treats, dichotomous dreamlands, the cute and
the corrupted, all find their way into the brief calm before the rebellion
that feature her series of characters known as the misery children. The
series focuses on imperfect characters that parallel this vision within
their own sense of post-apocalyptic conformity, uniquely documenting
their own stories in a mysterious brave new world.
David Pálffy
David is best known for his recurring roles as the powerful Goa’uld
Sokar and Anubis in Stargate SG-1. He has made guest appearances
in other science fiction series such as on X-Files, First Wave, Blade:
The Series, and Andromeda. He played the role of Castillo, the main
antagonist in the video game to movie adaption House of the Dead. David Pálffy
He is married to Canadian actress and fellow Stargate SG-1 guest
star Erica Durance.
Hayden Panettiere—Progress Report Exclusive!

Hayden stars in NBC’s Emmy Award-nominated ensemble drama series Heroes
as Claire Bennet, an indestructible high school cheerleader, who must veil her
abilities from her peers as well as keep other secrets
from her mysterious father H.R.G. Most recently,
she starred in the independent film The Architect,
opposite Anthony LaPaglia and Isabella Rosselini,
which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival, and
Mr. Gibb for Kevin Spacey’s company, Triggerstreet.
She co-stars in the upcoming romantic dramedy
Shanghai Kiss, and this past fall, she starred as the
lead in Bring It On: All or Nothing, the sequel to
Universal’s box-office hit.
Ray Park
Hayden Panettiere
Ray portrayed the taciturn but nimble villain Darth
Maul in Star Wars: The Phantom Menace; he’s also done stunt-double work in
Sleepy Hollow and Mortal Kombat: Annihilation. He had his first real speaking
part in X-Men as Toad. He has been confirmed for the role of Snake-Eyes,
one of the original contingent of G.I. Joe, for the upcoming movie of the same
name, involving a variation of the international G.I. Joe force, which in the
comics fought the minions of COBRA.
Buzz Parker
Buzz is the illustrator of Emily the Strange comic books and lends his talents
to the clothing line, hardcover books, and upcoming juvenile fiction series.
His personal late-night work on introspective Emily paintings and prints
reflects a background passion both he and Reger share as core Emily art
forms. Whereas Emily is a commercial success, Buzz’ primary interest
has always been the art behind the brand. His personal influence of fine
art mixed with Emily’s design aesthetic creates a more intimate look into
Emily’s pop culture identity.
Ray Park

Tahmoh Penikett
Tahmoh stars as Lieutenant Karl “Helo” Agathon on the Emmy Nominated
Sci Fi series Battlestar Galactica, and has recently received a starring role in
Joss Whedon’s Dollhouse. He can also be seen in a guest starring capacity
in a variety of other series including a recurring guest star on Whistler,
Smallville, and The L Word. Recently, he has been seen in two films, Trick
‘r Treat, and The Green Chain, which will debuted at the Vancouver Film
Festival.
Brandt Peters
Tahmoh Penikett The subject of Brandt’s paintings is a world of creepy side-show icons,
deviant Animalia, and ‘masked’ glorified cartoon alter egos. He is currently
working on several designer toy projects with MINDstyle and Wheaty Wheat
Studios as well as developing his own animation projects including his well
known Slap-Happy! property. His work can be found in numerous galleries
across the US, Canada, and the UK.
Robert Picardo
An accomplished actor and Yale graduate, Robert
starred as the Doctor in Star Trek: Voyager. His
extensive television work has included a starring role
Fatal Deception: Mrs. Lee Harvey Oswald, White Mile,
and Deadly Matrimony. He has had recurring roles
on Stargate SG-1, The Lyon’s Den, Home Improvement,
and Alice, and he has guest-starred in such series as
The Dead Zone, The 4400, Frasier, Outer Limits, Tales
From The Crypt, Amazing Stories, Benson, and Taxi.
Tamora Pierce
Robert Picardo
Tamora is a New York Times bestselling author and
has written twenty-five books, including her latest, Melting Stones, released
by Full Cast Audio. Melting Stones marked the first time in publishing history
in which an audiobook preceded the print version. Recently released, White
Tiger: A Hero’s Compulsion, is the Marvel Comics series she co-wrote with her
husband, Timothy Liebe.
Eric Powell
Eric has worked in is the comics field since 1995, but his true
success came with the launch of his critically acclaimed dark
comedy series, The Goon. He has contributed work on such comics’
titles as Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Angel, Hellboy: Weird Tales, Star
Wars Tales, The Incredible Hulk, Black Panther, The Avengers, The
Hood, MAD Magazine, Devil Dinosaur, Swamp Thing, The Avengers,
She-Hulk, The Simpsons, Arkham Asylum: Living Hell, and Action
Comics.
David Prowse
David Prowse
David is an English bodybuilder, weightlifter and actor, who
parlayed a reputation as the best-known “heavy” in modern British show
business into the role of Darth Vader—and became a symbol of villainy for a
whole generation of filmgoers.

James Randi
James is former professional entertainer who toured internationally as an
escape artist and magician until he retired from the stage and
became known as one of the major figures in the international
skeptics community. He was a founder of the Committee for
Scientific Investigation of Claims of the Paranormal—now known
as the Committee for Skeptical Inquiry—and in 1996 he set up the
James Randi Educational Foundation [JREF]. He is the author of ten
books, published in eleven languages, as well as many articles and
book/media contributions.
Rob Reger
Emily the Strange is a fictional counterculture character, created by
Rob and his company Cosmic Debris Etc. Inc. His friend Nathan
Carrico designed Emily for a skateboard company in Santa Cruz, The Amazing Randi
where Cosmic Debris was born. Cosmic Debris has plans to open an
Emily retail store. He remains the key creative force behind the brand, and Buzz
Parker is the key illustrator for the comic books and website.
Mike Resnick
Mike’s first novel was The Soul Eater, which was followed shortly by Birthright:
The Book of Man, Walpurgis III, the 4-book Tales of the Galactic Midway series,
The Branch, the 4-book Tales of the Velvet Comet
series, and Adventures. Mike has won five Hugo
Awards, a Nebula Award, and has been nominated
for twenty-seven Hugos, eleven Nebulas, a Clarke
(British), and six Seiun-shos (Japanese). He is first
on the Locus list of all-time award winners, living
or dead, for short fiction, and forth on the Locus list
of science fiction’s all-time top award winners in all
fiction categories.
John D. Ringo
John is a New York Times bestseller list author
Rob Reger, Emily the Strange
specializing in military science fiction. He has
written several book series including, the Posleen War series—also known as
The Legacy of the Aldenata, the spin off series, Cally’s War, Empire of Man, The
Council Wars, Paladin of Shadows, and Voyage of the Space Bubble.
Michael Rosenbaum
Michael has displayed his versatility as an actor by tackling diverse roles.
Equally adept at comedy and drama, Rosenbaum has played characters
ranging from a transvestite to a crazed fraternity boy to the intriguing Lex
Luthor on Smallville. For the past two seasons, he has been the voice of The
Flash on the Cartoon Network animated television series Justice League
and has lent his voice to several episodes of such animated series as Batman
Beyond, and The Wild Thornberries. He also provided the voice of Agent
West in the WB Kids animated series, The Zeta Project.
Michael Rosenbaum

Rowena
Rowena is one of the well known names in the world of science-fiction
and fantasy illustration. During a career that has spanned three decades
her paintings have appeared on hundreds of book covers, on calendars,
portfolios, trading cards and in magazines such as Playboy, Omni, Art Scene
International, and Print Magazine. Books of her own work have included
The Fantastic Art of Rowena, Imagine (in France), Imagination (in Germany),
and The Art of Rowena. She has also been included in many anthologies,
such as, Tomorrow and Beyond, and Infinite Worlds.
Steve Rude
Katee Sackhoff
Steve became widely known in the comics world when he and writer Mike
Baron created Nexus, an independent science fiction comic book with a large
supporting cast. For the Nexus series, he designed a dozen or so distinctive
alien races, including the Thunes, the Amphibs, the Quattros, the Giz, and the
Demons. The stories were complex and thought-provoking because of their
treatment of difficult themes related to justice, guilt and addiction. His style is
a mixture of 1960s smooth lines and square jaws and more modern work with
thick lines and complex compositions. He is also a
master of page design, many of his comic book panels
changing and merging with each other into new
shapes allowing for panel progression that often has a
strong sense of the passage of time.
Katee Sackhoff
Katee’s rough and ready portrayal of hotshot pilot
Kara “Starbuck” Thrace has been stealing scenes on
the critically acclaimed Battlestar Galactica for years
now, turning heads and winning a Saturn award along
the way. The actress known for fighting evil robots Dr. Michael Shermer
on Galactica became one herself when she played the
villain in NBC’s update of the classic Bionic Woman series.
Dr. Michael Shermer

Dr. Michael Shermer is the founding publisher of Skeptic magazine, the
Executive Director of the Skeptics Society, a monthly columnist for Scientific
American, the host of the Skeptics Distinguished Science Lecture
Series at Caltech, and Adjunct Professor of Economics at Claremont
Graduate University. His latest book is The Mind of the Market,
on evolutionary economics, previous works include Why Darwin
Matters: Evolution and the Case against Intelligent Design, Science
Friction: Where the Known Meets the Unknown, and The Science of
Good and Evil: Why People Cheat, Gossip, Share Care, and Follow the
Golden Rule.
Cliff Simon
Cliff has worked on various projects including a guest appearance
Cliff Simon on Nash Bridges, and a recurring guest appearance as Ba’al on
Stargate SG-1. His latest project is a leading role as Ba’al in the
Stargate movie, Stargate Continuum, due for release in the summer
of 2008.

Susan Sizemore
New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of romance and fantasy
vampire fiction, Susan is the author of the urban fantasy vampire
series, Laws of the Blood. Her other titles include Primal Heat, Wings
of the Storm, One of These Nights, Nothing Else Matters, A Long Night
Ago, and Forever Knight: A Stirring of the Dust.
Kevin Sorbo
Kevin rose to international stardom in the title role of the hit
series, Hercules: The Legendary Journeys, but has become equally
well known as Dylan Hunt in the science fiction series, Gene
Roddenberry’s Andromeda. In addition to acting, Kevin is the
spokesperson for A World Fit for Kids, a non-profit organization that
provides gang, drug, and dropout prevention programming to kids
at risk. Kevin Sorbo
Jewel Staite
Jewel, until now best known for her role as Kaylee in Firefly and Serenity, she
recently joined the cast of the Sci Fi Channel series Stargate: Atlantis as Dr.
Keller, in addition to shooting the lead role in the feature The Tribe, which
depicts the story of five young adults shipwrecked on
a deserted island off the coast of Latin America where
they encounter a lost tribe of savages.
William Stout
William is America’s leading dinosaur illustrator. His
one-man show Dinosaurs, Penguins and Whales—The
Wildlife of Antarctica has toured the art galleries of
the world. Buck Rogerssaw the beginning of Stout’s
film career. Stout has worked on over thirty-five
feature films, including both Conan films, First Blood,
and Raiders of the Lost Ark. Return of the Living Dead
Jewel Staite made Stout the youngest production designer in film
history. He designed the Predator and “Edgar,” the
big bug in Men In Black. His work for Pan’s Labyrinth, and The Prestige helped
garner those films three Academy Award nominations (winning two for Pan’s
Labyrinth). He is slated to work on del Toro’s At The Mountains of Madness and
Frank Darabont’s Fahrenheit 451.
George Takei
George, best known for his portrayal of Mr. Sulu in the acclaimed television
and film series Star Trek, has more than thirty feature films and hundreds
of television guest-starring roles to his credit. His professional acting debut
occurred on live television in the pioneering drama series, Playhouse 90.
His motion picture debut was in Ice Palace. He returned as Sulu in World
Enough and Time, an episode of the Star Trek New Voyages internet series.
Most recently, he played Hiro Nakamura’s father Kaito Nakamura on the
NBC television show Heroes.
George Takei

Mark Texeira
While pursuing a graphic art career on his own, Mark studied under portrait
painter David Leffel at the Art Students League. It wasn’t long before he
won mentions at the Salmagundi Club and Society of Illustrators for his oil
paintings, which sparked interest and work in the form of cover assignments
for books, magazines and record albums involving such properties as Remo
Williams, Buckaroo Banzai, and Public Enemy. Titles he has contributed
to include Jonah Hex and its spinoff, Hex, Psi-Force, Punisher War Journal,
Ghost Rider vol. 2, Wolverine vol. 2, Sabretooth, Spiderman: Legacy of Evil,
Black Panther vol. 3, Moon Knight vol. 4, Vampirella, Cyclops, Hercules vol. 4,
and Wolverine vol. 3.
Harry Turtledove
Harry Turtledove
Harry is an American historian and prolific novelist who has written historical
fiction, fantasy, and science fiction works. He is probably the best-known and
most popular author of the genre of alternate history. In 1979, Turtledove
published his first two novels, Wereblood, and Werenight, under the pseudonym
“Eric G. Iverson”. He continued to use the “Iverson” name until 1985 when he
published Herbig-Haro, and And So to Bed under his
real name. He has several novels due for release in
2008 including The Valley-Westside War, The Man
with the Iron Heart, and The Breath of God.
Margaret Weis
Margaret is a fantasy novelist who, along with Tracy
Hickman, is one of the original creators of the
Dragonlance game world and has written numerous
novels and short stories set in the world of Krynn.
Published fantasy works include the DragonLance
series, which has sold over twenty million copies Adam West
worldwide; the Darksword trilogy; the Death Gate
Cycle; Rose of the Prophet, and the Sovereign Stone trilogy. Science fiction works
include her series, Star of the Guardian, and the Mag Force 7 series.
Adam West
Adam is best known for playing the role of Batman/Bruce Wayne on the 1960s
TV series Batman. He is also well known for his current role as the
delusional Mayor Adam West on the show Family Guy. He has built
a career doing voice-over work on a number of animated series
including appearances on The Simpsons, The Critic, The Boondocks,
Histeria!, Kim Possible, and Johnny Bravo. He also had a recurring
role on Nickelodeon’s cartoon, The Fairly Odd Parents, as a cat-
obsessed version of himself who is famous for playing a superhero
called Catman.
Grant Wilson
TAPS co-founder and star of Sci Fi Channel’s Ghost Hunters, Grant
Grand Wilson has been investigating the paranormal since he was 15. When he’s
not hunting or plumbing, he’s whipping together an authentic
Italian dish (he spent two years in Italy and speaks Italian fluently). He also can
be spotted writing songs on the piano and guitar, and penning fantasy novels.

Bernie Wrightson
Bernie has been creating horror art for over thirty years. His first professional
comic work appeared in House of Mystery #179. He continued to
work on a variety of mystery and anthology titles for both DC,
and its principal rival, Marvel Comics. He drew the poster for the
Stephen King-penned horror film Creepshow, as well as illustrating
the comic book adaptation of the film. This led to several other
collaborations with King, including illustrations for the novella Cycle
of the Werewolf and the restored edition of King’s apocalyptic horror
epic, The Stand. He has contributed album covers for a number of
bands, including Meat Loaf. He also did production design for the
characters the Reavers in Serenity.
Janny Wurts
Artist and accomplished author, Janny painted the covers to her Chelsea Quinn Yarbro
fifteen published novels and short story collection. Her works have
been translated into thirteen languages, worldwide, and a fantasy painting
hangs in the illustration wing of the Delaware Art Museum. She has written
several series, including the Wars of Light and Shadow, The Cycle of Fire trilogy,
several stand-alone novels, a short story collection and the internationally best
selling Empire trilogy that she co-authored with Raymond E. Feist.
Chelsea Quinn Yarbro

A professional writer for forty
years, Chelsea has sold eighty-
five books and more than ninety
works of short fiction, essays,
and reviews. She also composes
Yard Dog Press
serious music. In 2003, the World
Horror Association presented at Dragon*Con We’ll be in the
her with a Grand Master award International Hall of the Atlanta Marriott Marquis
and the International Horror
Guild honored her as a Living
Legend in 2006. She has worked Come by the table with this ad and
in a wide variety of genres, from
science fiction to westerns, get $2.00 off any purchase and $5.00
from young adult adventure to off for every $50.00 worth of
historical horror. She is probably
best known for her series of merchandise from our table.
historical horror novels about the
vampire Count Saint-Germain.
Affordable prices on the best of the
Strange.
Discounts all through Dragon*Con.

Several of our authors will be present
and will be signing at the table
throughout the weekend.

ADDITIONAL Featured Guests
But we couldn’t stop there - in addition, Dragon*Con is proud to present the
following featured Guests! (Current as of June 1, 2008)
VV Pete Abrams VV Larry D. Curtis

VV Tracy A. Akers VV Kathleen O’Shea David
VV Richard L. Altstatt VV Keith R. A. DeCandido
VV Jared Axelrod VV Tony DiGerolamo
VV Brian Bailie VV Debra Dixon
2007 Guest Panel VV Christina Barber VV Elizabeth Donald
VV Mike Baron VV Carole Nelson Douglas
VV C. Kevin Barrett VV Jerry Doyle
VV Davey Beauchamp VV Claire M. Eddy
VV Michelle Belanger VV John Everson
VV Joel Laurent Bellucci VV Glenda Finkelstein
VV Christian Alexander VV Stephen Fleming
Beranek
VV John L. Flynn
VV Pierre Bernard, Jr.
VV Bill Fogarty
VV Gina Biggs
VV Eugie Foster
VV Dee Bitner
VV Francesco Francavilla
VV Dr. Bob Blackwood
VV Dr. Pamela L. Gay
VV M. H. Bonham
VV Liz Lauren Gorinsky
VV Dr. John E. Bradford
VV Stephen Granade
VV Jennie Breeden
VV Kevin R. Grazier
VV Heather Brewer
VV Andrew Greenberg
VV Fiona Broome
VV D. J. Grothe
VV Lori Lipman Brown
VV Rosemary Ellen Guiley
VV Tobias S. Buckell
VV Beverly Hale
VV Robert Buettner
VV David Harmer
VV Erik S. Burnham
VV Nicole Harsch
VV James Burns
VV Raven Hart
VV Rachel Caine
VV Gary Kim Hayes
VV Leah Cairns
VV Tom Heintjes
VV Pat Carlucci
VV Diana Tixier Herald
VV Greg Carter
VV Rita Herron
VV Jamie Chambers
VV George Hrab
VV A. C. Charania
VV John Hudgens
2007 Exhibiting Artists VV Julie Cochrane
VV Matt Hughes
VV Ann C. Crispin
VV J. C. Hutchins
VV Joe Crowe
VV Bill Keel

VV Nancy Knight VV Scott Rorie
VV Alethea Kontis VV Selina Rosen
VV Tom Kratman VV Tony Ruggiero
VV George Krstic VV Mike Sakuta
VV Bonnie Kunzel VV Brandon Winn
Sanderson
VV Stephen and Suzie Lackey
VV Steve Sansweet
VV Rich Larson
VV Richard Saunders
VV Mike Lee
VV Elizabeth Ann
VV Elizabeth Leggett
Scarborough
VV Rob Levy
VV Jason Schneiderman
VV J. F. Lewis
VV Randal L. Schwartz
VV Richard C. Livingston 2007 Comics Artists Alley
VV Steve Scott
VV Todd Livingston
VV Stephen H. Segal
VV Kelly Lockhart
VV Josepha Sherman
VV Dean Lorey
VV Scott Sigler
VV John Lotshaw
VV Bradley H. Sinor
VV Jonathan Maberry
VV Alison Michelle Smith
VV Scott MacMillan
VV John C. Snider
VV Racheline Maltese
VV Jeanne C. Stein
VV Marrus
VV Paul Stevens
VV Gail Z. Martin
VV Karen Stollznow
VV Lee Martindale
VV Eric James Stone
VV Nathan Massengill
VV Gillian Summers
VV Kara Mikos
VV Dave Tango
VV Tee Morris
VV Jonathan Tarbox
VV Subatai Musashi
VV Sean Taylor
VV Bobby Nash
VV Greg Theakston
VV Jana Oliver
VV J. M. Tuffley
VV Heather Osborn
VV Clifton Tunnell
VV Terri Osborne
VV Laura J. Underwood
VV Jan Osburg
VV Andy Vetromile
VV D. M. Paul
VV Jeffrey Joseph Wagg
VV Lars Pearson
VV Jean Marie Ward
VV Carlos Pedraza
VV Toni Weisskopf
VV Anne C. Petty
VV Mark I. West
VV Phil Plait
VV M. B. Weston
VV Van Allen Plexico
VV C. L. Wilson
VV Cherie Priest
VV Michael Wolff
2007 Walk of Fame
VV Benjamin Radford
VV Dean Yeagle

FAN TRACKS
Now, with over 3,500 hours of scheduled events in only four days,
Dragon*Con 2008 promises to be our most exciting year ever!
Our exciting foray of regular events include, panels, seminars, workshops,
film and anime showings, gaming, the Masquerade, Independent Film
Festival, charity auctions, Exhibit Hall, Art Show, our now annual Parade
and much, much more.
Thanks to the addition of the Atlanta Sheraton Hotel, we are proud to
present four new tracks this year: Anime/Manga, Dark Fantasy Romance,
MMORPGs, and Skeptics!
Ghostbusters Fan Group
American Sci-fi Classics
Wow! What a big year for American Science Fiction Classics. 2008 marks the
anniversaries for a large number of Classics. We will be celebrating the 75th
anniversary of King Kong, 70 years of Superman in the media, Planet of the
Apes at 40, and Superman: The Movie turns 30. Returning again this year will
be the popular Stump the Geeks trivia game, and the equally popular Faith
and Fantasy. For more info as it is added, visit us at
dragoncon.org/fan_tracks.php#CLSC.
American Sci-fi Media

American Sci-Fi Media dives into the vast pool of
what’s out there to watch! We cover what’s made
for the US audience in the world of science fiction
& fantasy, in both television and film. Panels of
enthusiastic, dedicated, and only slightly wacky fans
gather to dissect and investigate the nuances of their
favorite series and movies, while special guests will
give you a different perspective and provide a new 300 Costume Group
dimension to the fun-filled analyses.
Come visit us at dragoncon.org/fan_tracks.php#AMSF, and see what’s upcoming
and how to contact us further!
Anime/Manga (NEW!)
The global infiltration of Japanese & Asian pop culture continues!
This year, Dragon*Con is creating a special track devoted
exclusively to anime, manga and media from the Land of the Rising
Sun and beyond. We will be having a wide array of panels, speakers
and workshops covering everything from classic anime, the history
of manga, the future of the industry, and how to break into the
business for yourself. Guests will include professionals, creators and
insiders from all over the industry. There will also be a full schedule
of anime video programming. These events are guaranteed to satisfy
even the most ravenous otaku. Come and be a part of the anime/
manga revolution!
Kingdom Hearts Cosplayer

Animation
From our earliest days we are exposed to animated media: Saturday morning
‘toons, Disney movies, and much more. The American animation
industry has evolved, for better or for worse, into a robust, multi-
million dollar industry featuring major players and independent
producers alike. No other medium has the unique feel of animation,
and no other industry has developed in such a unique way.
From childhood favorites to the cutting edge animators of today,
join the Dragon*Con Animation Track for a look through the
animated medium. You’ll have the opportunity to listen to
presentations by some of the key players from new and classic
animation, and participate in workshops to give you insight on how
different forms of animation are crafted and produced.
Anne McCaffrey’s Pern Warner Brothers Monster
The official Anne McCaffrey fan track at Dragon*Con, Weyrfest is the place to
be to discuss and explore Anne McCaffrey’s famous and fabulous universes!
Meet Anne’s co-authors (or Anne herself!), get together with your fandom pals,
and dicker over the details of dragons. For more about our track, check out
dragoncon.org/fan_tracks.php#PERN—where you’ll find our panel schedule,
guest listing, news updates, and a related links page.
Apocalypse Rising
It’s the end of the world as we know it…and we feel
fine. Does the end of the world fascinate you? Do you
love zombies, Jericho, War of the Worlds, Jeremiah,
or I am Legend? Join us at the Apocalypse Rising
track at Dragon*Con!
Apocalypse Rising is in its second year at
Dragon*Con after having a fantastic debut year in
2007. We will be reviving several popular panels
this year, including our religion panel and our
Zombie Squad
survival seminar. Join us for The Future Looks Grim:
Prophecies of the Apocalypse, End of days on Film: Apocalyptic Cinema, The
Apocalypse will be Televised, Dead Man Viewing, and several other exciting
panels all devoted to our favorite subject, the end of the world.
And don’t forget to join us for our survival game where you can find out if you
can win in a survival of the fittest, or if you’ll be the first one fed to the zombies!
Art Show Forums and Workshops

We are planning many exciting events for the 2008 Dragon*Con Art Show
including the annual Iron Artist competition, a large canvas on which all the
attending Artists can draw or paint (which will be sold at the Art Show voice
auction), live music, demonstrations, and other wonderful events. We will
be hosting our annual Artists’ Reception on Friday night of the convention.
Art Show panel discussions and demonstrations are located just outside the
Print Shop exit in Hannover F and G. There will also be booths for local
colleges with Art programs, and don’t miss the incredible Western Ghost
Town themed Diorama located in the center of the Art Show.
Art Show Exhibit

British Sci-fi Media
The British Science Fiction Media Track is coming along magnificently this
2008 convention year. We have a new website, exciting new guests, and a
bigger track room. As most of you know, Dragon*Con is “sharing the joy
that is Dragon*Con,” as Pat Henry would say, by extending ourselves into an
new hotel! Taking advantage of the space, the Brittrack is moving from the
Hyatt over to our new sister hotel the Sheraton! We will be located on the
second level of the Sheraton in the room titled “Valdosta.”
In the guest department so far we have Gareth David-Lloyd, who plays Ianto on
Torchwood! Several old and new faces will be returning this 2008 as well. For
Monty Python Costume
more details on guests keep an eye on the Dragon*Con website (www.dragoncon.
org) or for more information, visit us at dragoncon.org/fan_tracks.php#BRIT.
Our programming will be posted on our website soon, as well as a request for
panelists! Yes, you can be a panelist for the Brittrack! Interested? Then go to our
website and fill out a panelist application! We look forward to seeing you at the
Sheraton for the 2008 Convention!
Comics and Pop Art

Dragon*Con has expanded the Comics track for
2008 (now relabeled the Comics and Pop Art
track), infusing designer toys, character design and
illustration art into the already vibrant mix of guests
taking part in this track each year.
In addition to an eclectic roster of programming and
talent—including the Nexus creative team of Steve
Rude and Mike Baron, Playboy cartoonist Dean
Yeagle, character designer extraordinaire Shane
Glines of Batman Beyond, Samurai Jack and Kim
Possible, illustrators/toy designers Brandt Peters and 2007 Comics Artists Alley
Kathie Olivas, horror art icons Bernie Wrightson and
Basil Gogos, Retro Art Master Derek Yaniger, The Goon creator Eric Powell,
and painter Joe Jusko (to name but a few)—Comics and Pop Art will feature:
VV a Dragon*Con exclusive toy release from MINDstyle’s
“Scavengers” line of vinyl figures, designed by guest Kathie
Olivas and strictly limited to only 200 pieces,
VV a Lowbrow and Pop Art reception at the Garden Courtyard
pool of the Atlanta Sheraton, presented in conjunction with our
friend Chris Warner of the Alcove Contemporary Art Gallery
(www.alcovearts.com) Friday evening—celebrating this exciting
new direction with art on display, live music, custom toys and
much more,
VV a special appearance by Kid Robot’s divine Toy Baroness,
VV a live comics art jam taking place Saturday evening,
VV a cross-pollination of panels, programming and events with
many other Dragon*Con tracks,
VV and a few soon-to-be-announced surprises that will no doubt
Superman Costume leave fans of these mediums salivating for Labor Day weekend
to arrive.
We invite you to join us for what will surely be a spectacular inaugural
celebration of the newly-christened Comics and Pop Art track at Dragon*Con!

Costuming
This year we are focusing on form as well as function as we bring you a variety
of panels and guests that will hopefully give you new directions
as you create your own costumes for fun and profit. This year we
celebrate the art of “hands-on” panels. We are bringing you some of
our regular panelists as well as some new things that include: Vacu-
forming for props and armor, body painting, armor creation as well
as a armor-making contest, dental prosthetics with vacu-form, wings
and things, and even a panel that will demonstrate techniques for
sculpting make-up prosthetics.
In addition, we are bringing back “The Dragon*Con Costuming
Contest”; the only place where we award based on style and
technique…not just presentation. And where would we be without
our rapidly growing “Dragon-After-Dark” contest on Saturday that
spotlights the slightly macabre and mature-themed costumes. See 2007 Costuming Contestant
you all in September.
Dark Fantasy (Goth/Horror/Paranormal Romance)

Horror, Romance, and Gothic Entertainment intersect at the new Dark Fantasy
track-Dragon*Con’s new home for all things dark, sinister, and seductive. From
authors and metaphysicians to musicians and DJ’s, this track is sure to offer
something for attendees with a love of “the dark side.”
The Dark Fantasy track will be spread out over two
rooms this year. One room will feature horror, and
the other room will spotlight paranormal romance
early in the day and gothic culture later in the
afternoon. Among the topics to be discussed are
vampires (of course), urban fantasy, Dark Shadows,
steampunk, Weird Tales magazine, fallen angel
lore, eroticism in supernatural fiction, the Cthulhu
mythos, horror gaming, Robert E. Howard, and the
depiction of goth culture in the mainstream.
Vampire Costume Leave the shadows behind...and embrace the

darkness. Visit us at dragoncon.org/fan_tracks.
php#GOTH for the latest information.
Electronic Frontiers Forum

Worried about freedom of speech, privacy, and your rights on line? So are we!
Now in its tenth year, Electronic Frontiers Forums covers your rights on the
Internet and the latest trends in online media. Topics include online privacy,
security, freedom of expression, intellectual property, online activism, social
networking, online publishing, and multi-player gaming. This year we plan
to cover national security letters, electronic voting machines, where the
presidential candidates stand on technology issues, legal issues in Second
Life, Web 2.0, and IT employees vs. contractors in the post-Vizcaino era.
Returning favorite panels will include Hacking 101, 201, and 301, Web
Comics, and Self Publishing.
Please visit us at dragoncon.org/fan_tracks.php#EFF.
South Park Costumers

Filk
Filk Singing began life as a typographic error of “Folk Singing” in a
convention program book back in the early 1960’s. Instead of correcting the
mistake, a new form of music called “filk” was created.
Filk songs come in two varieties-parodies of popular songs with an SF
theme (or fantasy or horror, etc.) and original music with the same themes.
Join us each evening for the usual hilarity and throat-drying festivities
(“where the heck can we get some water!?”)
2007 Live Performance

Gaming Programming
Interested in Gaming at Dragon*Con but don’t know where to start? Then
Gaming Programming is for you. Our panels introduce you to the various
gaming options at the convention and include explanation and exploration
of LARPS, RPGA gaming, non-MMO computer gaming as well as allowing
game manufacturers and developers a chance to let you know what is coming
in the next year. Topics of general interest to the gaming community such as
the impact of gender or violence in gaming are also
discussed.
Independent Film Track

The Independent Film Track is the place to be for
filmmakers and film-lovers, with a combination
of feature screenings, filmmaker panels, and
Independent Short Films!
For the film-lover, we’ll have a full slate of the
very best short films on the fest circuit: twisted
animation, spine-chilling horror, cutting edge fantasy,
challenging science fiction, fast paced action, and all Stacks of Gaming Boxes
kinds of comedy are just a start. Hours of great films,
often with the filmmakers in attendance for Q & As. Awards will be presented
on Monday—you won’t want to miss it.
For filmmakers, we’ll have speakers with insights you need. In the past
few years this has included directors and producers discussing their work,
make-up and FX artists describing the tricks of the trade, festival directors
explaining how to get your film before the public, storyboard artists
expounding on how to save time and effort, and lawyers spelling out
what you absolutely need to know. It’s like a year of film school in
four days.
And let’s not forget our features. We show only a limited number, so
each is something really special. Just in the last few years, attendees
have be treated to the best in indie horror with the apocalyptic The
Signal and the satiric Blood Car, the best in fantasy with Pirates
of the Great Salt Lake, and the Sun Dance favorite, Forgiving The
Franklins.
From early in the morning to well past midnight, it’s non-stop cinema.
To learn more about what is going to happen this year keep watching
Undead Prop in Dealers Room
the Dragon*Con Indie Film website at filmfest.dragoncon.org.

MMORPGs (NEW!)
For those of you who spend more time in Azeroth, Norrath, Middle Earth,
Paragon City, or the EVE Galaxy than you do in the “Real World”,
the Dragon*Con MMO track is your home away from home while at
Dragon*Con. We will have activities and panels for just about every
flavor of Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Game including,
but certainly not limited to, World of Warcraft, Everquest, Pirates of
the Burning Sea, City of Heroes (and Villains), and Lord of the Rings
Online. In addition, we will have information on upcoming releases
in the genre, featuring demonstrations and Q & A sessions with the
developers of Age of Conan, Warhammer Online, Stargate Worlds, and
many others. For the latest information on our panels and activities
(including our weekend-long quest and costume contest), join our
year-round community at dragoncon.org/fan_tracks.php#MMORPG.
WoW Nightelf Costume

Podcasting: Now and Beyond
Here, there are no limits to what can be created in the realm of Portable Media.
In Podcasting you’ll find a world rich in Science Fiction, Fantasy and original
Speculative Fiction content like no other and we’re excited to once again be
bringing a large contingent of talented podcasters to Dragon*Con.
Are you already a fan? Come and see panels and live shows featuring your
favorite podcasts like “Slice of Sci-Fi”, “The Signal”
and “The Skeptic’s Guide to the Universe” where you
the listening audience, get to be a part of the action.
If you’re looking to start your own podcast, we’ll have
panels to give you tips from the masters on audio
and video production, promoting your show and
building a fan base. Our annual “Podcasting Your
Novel” panel is always standing room only, featuring
popular authors like Michael A. Stackpole, Scott
Sigler and J.C. Hutchins, with tips on how to turn
your unpublished work into a podcast or Podiobook
that may someday earn you best seller status.
2007 Live Performance
We’ll also be hosting the Third Annual Parsec
Awards, dedicated to rewarding excellence in various aspects of Speculative
Fiction Podcasting, Sci-fi & Fantasy Original Content, Podiobooks and a
variety of other categories dealing with the new frontiers of Portable Media.
For additional information on Podcasting and Portable media, and to
download Podcasts of our featured panelists and live shows come see us
online at: podcasting.dragoncon.net.
Robotics
The Robotics Track goal this year is to teach you to build your own robot.
Children and Adults are welcome to come learn how to build a robot, for
Combat in our very own Robot Battles™, to complete everyday tasks, or to
help you take over the world. In 2008 we will be continuing our robotic
competitions: Robot Battles™ on Monday (one of the longest-running robot
competitions in the world) and our 4th annual antweight robot fight on Sunday.
For complete information about Robot Battles™ and Robot MicroBattles,
including rules and contest times, please visit us at dragoncon.org/fan_tracks. Build Your Own Robot!
php#ROBOT.
Sci-fi and Fantasy Literature
Welcome back to the Sci-Fi and Fantasy literature track. I’d like to thank
everyone who’s helped us make it to our third year at Dragon*Con, a year
with the most excitement so far! We are the track for those of you who
like to read. More than that, we are the track for those of you who enjoy
discussion of what you read, who you read and why don’t you like that book,
hmmm? Tolkien or Lewis? Who are the giants of the genre? If you have an
opinion on these or anything else having to do with the printed word, check
us out.
Some of your favorites are back—Dead Author’s Society, SciFi and Fantasy
White Witch Costume
Jeopardy, author showcases to name just a few. We’ll have some new things
too—a look at some fannish history in addition to history of the genre—and
who knows what else is in store. For more information, check out sffantasylit.
dragoncon.org. We’re just starting out there but that’s the place to find schedules
and news. Let’s have another great year!
Silk Road: Asian Cinema and Culture

The Silk Road track covers all aspects of Asian culture
from traditional to new wave pop and cinema.
We explore and discuss Asian dress, dance and
history with interactive panel demonstrations and
discussions. Our programming includes such topics
as Chinese dance, eastern medicine, manga, haiku,
origami, martial arts, green tea, geishas, and Godzilla.
Modern culture and cinema topics are explored
through screenings and panel discussions that result
in lively audience participation. We have screened as
well as premiered short films and full feature length
productions. Each year we have had film directors Chinese Dragon Costume
introduce their films, discuss them, and take audience
questions. Our main focus is Asian horror, but martial arts and Godzilla films
are explored as well.
Skeptics Track (NEW!)

After many years of Skeptics being represented in the Space and Science tracks
at Dragon*Con, we are proud to announce the inaugural year of
“Skeptrack”.
Our list of guests include many of the world’s most prominent
skeptics from the world of television, podcast and print media:
‘The Amazing’ James Randi, Skeptic Society founder Dr. Michael
Shermer, Paranormal Investigators Benjamin Radford and Alison
Smith, and “The Bad Astronomer” Dr. Phil Plait to name just a few.
In addition to the new programming, we are reprising by
popular demand last year’s standing room only “Skeptics vs.
Believers” debate, where our skeptical heroes tackle the specters of
pseudoscience and the paranormal in their quest for the truth.
Ghost Hunter, Jason Hawes
For events as they unfold, to join in the discussion groups, and
for more information about Skepticism, critical thinking and paranormal
investigation visit Skeptrack on the web at dragoncon.org/fan_tracks.
php#SKEPTIC.

Space
So what do you think of when you hear “Dragon*Con Space Track”? A few
NASA nerds? Someone talking about some stars? Past Moon
missions? Well, you will get all of that but there is SO much more!!
To US, Dragon*Con Space Track is: Planetary Probes. Alternative
Histories of Space Exploration. The Next 50 Years in Space-
Space Colonies? Once and Future Space Telescopes. 96% of the
Universe Is Missing? Solar Power. The Big Bang. International
Year of Astronomy. Space Tourism. But that’s not all. We have
loads of gorgeous pictures of the universe and we even give them
away! Check out the delights of night sky yourself with our LIVE
ASTRONOMY!! Bring your kids and test their memory with our
celestial objects memory game. And find out “What we can do with
125,000 research assistants”! Dragon*Con Space Track—we bring
the universe to you! Rocketeer Costume
Science
Mad scientists have a bad rap these days. We are stereotyped as being arrogant,
callous and kind of creepy, all of which is true, but we’re also accused of being
boring. As if! The guests and speakers of the Dragon*Con 2008 Science Track
are the folks who put the science in science fiction, baby! Since the word
‘science’ covers some pretty diverse subject matter,
we’ve put together a veritable plethora of intellectual
treats for giant throbbing brains everywhere.
If after all of that you still insist upon the stereotype,
well, there’s always the Evil Geniuses for a Better
Tomorrow Annual Recruitment Drive and Bake Sale.
So why not grab a body, yours or someone else’s,
living or dead drag it on down to our neck of the
woods and donate it to Science for a few hours. We
promise—we’ll take really good care of it. In fact,
we can proudly state that NONE of our attendees or
2007 Musical Tesla Coils guests have been maimed, blown up or otherwise
killed a lot as a result of attending Science Track
events, as far as we know.
Star Gate: Offworld Fandom

The Star Gate Offworld Fandom track (SGOWF) welcomes you to another year
of planned and unexpected treats for all stargate fans!
Last year, with the incredibly fan-friendly Paul McGillion as our host, we
held a spontaneous charity auction and in just 20 minutes, rose over $2,500
for the American Diabetes Association! This year, we are planning a full
hour charity auction—and yes, in a larger space!
The SGOWF fan community continues to expand and welcomes your
participation in making this year of fan events the best ever! We need you to
help “Open the Iris”!
We have again reserved a block of hotel rooms! You can learn more by visiting
us today at dragoncon.org/fan_tracks.php#SGOF for more information!
2007 Star Gate Parade Group
-Fan Track Listings Continue on page 36.-

DRAGON*CON 2008 REGISTRATION FORM
PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY; Please Only One Membership Per Form; Feel Free to Make Copies
Date: _____________________________________________________________________________
Last Name: ________________________________________________________________________
First Name/ Middle Initial: ____________________________________________________________
Address: __________________________________________________________________________
Zip Code: _________________________________________________________________________
City/State: _________________________________________________________________________
Country: __________________________________________________________________________
Home Phone: ______________________________________________________________________
Birth date (MM/DD): ________________________________________________________________
Badge Name (limited to 20 characters): __________________________________________________
E-mail: _ __________________________________________________________________________
Primary Interest (check ONE):
q Anime q Books q Film / TV q Horror q Science
q Art q Comics q Games q Music q Writer
Dragon*Con 2008 August 29-September 1
Membership rates are:
$75 until July 15, 2008
$90 thereafter, and at the door
_____ Group Memberships are discounted $5 per Membership when 10 or more are
purchased in advance at one time, in one envelope.
_____ Saturday Evening Guest Awards Banquet Tickets @ $35 each (Limited to 400)
TOTAL: _______________ Paid by: q Cash q Money Order q Check q Charge
(Visa/MasterCard only)
Account Number: ___________ ____________ ____________ ____________
Expiration Date: _______/_______
Mail payments to:
Dragon*Con 2008 Memberships
PO Box 16459
Credit card purchases only may fax registration forms to (770) 909-0112. For any additional information
you may phone us at (770) 909-0115 or e-mail us at dragoncon@dragoncon.org.
I agree to be completely responsible for any and all damage I cause to Hotel or Convention property. I
further understand that violation of Convention rules will result in the loss of my Convention badge and
forfeiture of my Convention membership.
I understand that access to all Convention functions requires a Convention badge worn in plain sight, and
that there are no replacements for missing or lost badges.
Signature: _ ________________________________________________________________________
HOST HOTELS
Our host hotels for 2008 will again include the familiar surroundings
of the Hyatt Regency Atlanta along with the legendary Atlanta
Marriott Marquis and the Atlanta Hilton. The Hilton is across the
street from the Marriott which is connected by a climate-controlled
tube-way to the Hyatt. The Marriott is easily the most architecturally
unique hotel in the city, if not the entire Southeast. We are pleased
to announce the addition of the Sheraton Atlanta Hotel to the list of
fabulous hotels hosting Dragon*Con 2008!
D*CTV will be available at all four host hotels, and new this year,
many of the main programming events will be broadcast throughout
the convention! So stop standing in line—order room service, kick
back and enjoy the show from the comfort of your hotel room!
Hyatt Regency Hotel
Hotel Single/ Triple Quad Suite/Club

Double Level
Hilton Atlanta DGN DGN DGN NA
Hotel** ($168) ($188) ($208)
Hyatt Atlanta DCON DCON DCON NA
Hotel (3 Nights) ($157) ($167) ($177)
Hyatt Atlanta DCO4 DCO4 DCO4 NA
Hotel (4 Nights) ($153) ($163) ($173)
Marriott DRADRAA DRADRAA DRADRAA NA
Marquis Hotel ($165) ($165) ($165)
Sheraton Atlanta $149 NA NA $179
Hotel*
* NOTE: The Sheraton does not currently have room codes. You must however,
mention you are with Dragon*Con in order to
receive these rates.
** NOTE: The Hilton has a corporate policy to
charge a one night stay in advance. The money will
be refunded if you cancel 48 prior to your reservation
date.
To book rooms via phone, call the Hyatt at 404-577-
1234, the Marriott at 404-497-4661 (7:30 AM - 11:00
PM), the Hilton at 404-659-2000, or the Sheraton
Hotel at 404-659-6500.
Marriot Marquis Be sure to mention you are with Dragon*Con

when you call any of our hotels. If you don’t, you
may be quoted a higher rate, or be told the hotel is sold out.
Enclosed valet parking at all four hotels is $24/day, the Marriott charges $26/
day for oversize vehicles. Note: the Hilton parking garage height is 6 feet.
Parking decks around the hotels are $5–$10/day (cheaper on weekends if
you can find a good rate), but generally don’t allow in-and-out privileges.
All four hotels are convenient to MARTA’s Peachtree Center station. The
Hyatt and Marriott can both be reached from the station via indoor
walkways. MARTA has direct train service from Hartsfield Airport’s
terminals with no transfers, with an approximate travel-time of 30 minutes Atlanta Hilton
from the airport to Peachtree Center and our hotels. Fare is $1.75.

Overflow Hotels
Hotel Phone Single Double Triple Quad

Baymont 866-907-0610 $95 $95 $95 $95
Suites 404-659-7777
Days Inn 404-523-1144 DRAG DRAG DRAG DRAG
($95) ($95) ($95) ($95)
The Glenn 404-521-2250 $132 $132 $132 $132
Hotel*
Holiday 800-535-0707 $109 $109 $119 $119
Sheraton Atlanta Inn 404-524-5555
Westin 404-659-1400 $182 $182 $202 $202
Hotel**
Wyndham 800-996-3426 $105 $105 $105 $105
404-659-2727
* NOTE: Early Departure Fee: $75

** NOTE: Extra persons are $20 per night. There is a three night minimum
stay with one night prepaid, which is charged at the time of reservation and is
non-refundable. For those staying more than three nights, early departure of
one night is allowed if the hotel is notified in advance or at check-in of the early
departure. Otherwise, a $75 fee will apply. The Westin rate of $182 is valid until
July 28th. After that date, the prevailing higher rack rates will apply.
Courtesy Buses/Location Map

Dragon*Con is proud to provide courtesy buses between all of our host and
official overflow hotels! The bus stops will be located at the following places:
the Days Inn on Baker Street at the front entrance to the hotel, the Westin-
Peachtree will be on Andrew Young International Blvd. across the street from
the side entrance to the hotel, the Holiday Inn on Andrew Young International
Blvd. at the front entrance to the hotel, the Glenn Hotel will be on Marietta St.
in front of the hotel, Marriott/Hyatt on Peachtree Center Ave. in front of the
Marriott, the Baymont Suites and Wyndham on Piedmont directly in front
of the two hotels, the Hilton will be on the northeast corner of Baker and
Courtland, the Sheraton will pick up in front of the hotel on Courtland, and the
Hyatt Regency at the northeast corner of Baker and Peachtree Rd. (this stop is
for wheelchairs only). Visit us at www.dragoncon.org for a resizable map!

FAN TRACKS (continued)
Star Trek: TrekTrak
“BIG” NEWS! TREKTRAK IS MOVING!
After nine years in the Hyatt Regency Hotel and four years in the
Baker Room, the Star Trek convention at Dragon*Con is moving to
the fabulously huge Savannah Room in the Atlanta Sheraton Hotel,
with more than 2,000 square feet!
No less than 25 programming events planned for 2008 including
Star Trek Online Simming, Reinventing Star Trek, Star Trek Comic
Books... Again?, The Missing Minority: “Blood & Fire,” Star Trek
vs. Battlestar Galactica, and the return of the event that turns your
typical convention Q & A upside down: The TrekTrak Show! And
do not miss the biggest event of the year: The Miss Klingon Empire
Federation Costume
Beauty Pageant, named as one of the “Top 11 Most Offbeat Beauty
Pageants in America” by America Online for two years in a row!
For complete information visit the TrekTrak web site at dragoncon.org/fan_
tracks.php#TREK! Live Long and... Q’pla!
Star Wars: Matters of the Force

The halls of four hotels and the streets of Atlanta will
be abuzz with Rebels, Clones, Siths, and Lightsabers
as the Star Wars Programming Track, aka, Matters of
the Force (MotF) celebrates its 15th year!
The tradition of the costume contest, prop building
challenge, trivia, costume workshops, and special
guest appearances will be ever present. However,
we have a few surprises hiding in the wings—Steve
Sansweet, Saber Idol, the New York Jedi Combat
Team, and a revamped Cantina!
We are happy to announce that Jake Lloyd will attend
Sith Cheerleader his first Dragon*Con and we welcome back Daniel
Logan, Jeremy Bulloch, David Prowse and Ray Park.
For more information visit our website at dragoncon.org/fan_tracks.php#MOTF.
Tolkien’s Middle Earth

One con to rule them all
One place to find them
One track to bring them all
And in Atlanta bind them
Welcome to Tolkien’s Middle-earth! If you’re looking for a fantastical place,
filled with Elves, Hobbits, and talking trees, in a world full of myth and
magic, then this is the place for you. The Tolkien Track pays homage to the
beloved creator of Middle-earth, J.R.R. Tolkien, and his myriad of works,
including The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings trilogy, The Silmarillion, and
The Children of Hurin.
For up-to-date information including schedules, guest and staff bios, and
the latest track news, please stop by our official website dragoncon.org/
2007 Tolkien Parade Group
fan_tracks.php#TOLK.

Whedonverse
The Whedon Universe Track. We are your “key” to unlocking all the secrets
to your favorite Joss Whedon shows, movies, and comics.
We offer fan based discussion panels and original games to feed your mind
and enrich your geek soul instead of cursing it like a band of filthy gyspsies.
Throw in celebrity Q & A sessions, The Shindig, and the infamous Buffy
Horror Picture Show and you’ve got more Joss Whedon than should legally
be allowed in one weekend. Just don’t let the Senior Partners get a whiff of
all the worldly fun you’re having and you might make it out in one piece!
2007 Parade Browncoats Whedon Universe....your full service Joss Whedon Fan Track visit
dragoncon.org/fan_tracks.php#WHEDON for all the gory details!
Wheel of Time
The “Wheel of Time” track is sad to announce the death of our favorite author,
Robert Jordan on September 17th, 2007. We will be marking this solemn
occasion with special memorial panels and events.
Brandon Sanderson, the author tapped by Jordan’s
family to complete the final “Wheel of Time” novel
will be our guest this year. We will also celebrate the
10th anniversary of Dragonmount.com, the largest
WoT fansite on the web and will feature a special
presentation by the organizers of JordanCon, the first
“Wheel of Time” fan convention.
For more information, please see our website at
dragoncon.org/fan_tracks.php#WOT.
Writer’s Track
Historical Costumer
If you’re like 99% of us, you have a story to tell. Is it a
novel? A short story? A game? A comic? A screenplay? Writers’ Track will play
host to 31 hours of programming designed to put you on the right “track” to
publishing those stories—whatever form they take. This year’s schedule features
a two-hour segment by Debra Dixon based on her book: Goal, Motivation and
Conflict—one of the best tools for writers ever published. In addition, those
hour hours are chocked full of good advice, good laughs and good ideas to
make your writing dream come true.
X Track
Join us as we explore the world of the paranormal, strange and
supernatural. We will discuss your favorite paranormal shows,
including The X-Files, Millennium, The Lone Gunmen, Ghost
Hunters, Supernatural, and many others. Additionally, X Track
schedules panel discussions about the paranormal, ranging from
ESP and hypnosis to cryptozoology with side trips to aliens, psychic
encounters and questions of reality. Do you want to believe? Join us
as we search for the truth.
Alien Costumer
For up-to-the-minute details on the panels and activities we have
planned, visit the track web site at www.xtrack.dragoncon.net.

Young Adult Literature
If you read speculative fiction and you’re not branching out into the YA section
of your local bookstore, you’re missing out on the best work that’s being written
in our field today.
We are far from being only about the Potter fandom, our track will
be running panels featuring many guest authors!
This year we’re featuring the Yule Ball Video Dance Party. Please
note that there will be some changes in the way we’re holding our
Yule Ball Costume Contest. Visit our website for details. Of course
to attend the Yule Ball, any attire is appropriate. Costumes are only
required if you wish to enter the costume contest.
We’ll also be discussing Narnia, Stephenie Meyer’s Twilight series,
graphic novels, fan fic, folklore, sexuality in YA, books with strong
female characters, books for boys, and Harry Potter fun and games.
Come join us for these events, march in the parade, do some crafts, Harry Potter Costumer
dance at the Yule Ball, and so much more in what promises to be an
exciting weekend! Please see the complete schedule for more details.
Our track website can be found at www.yalit.dragoncon.net/index.html.
G12-13
International Hall

DEALERS/EXHIBITORS LIST
With over 80,000 square feet of selling space, Dragon*Con hosts the largest
Dealer/Exhibitor Halls in the world! Merchandise runs the gamut of
products, from weapons to games, comic books and art to costumes, and
videos to jewelry. No matter what you’re looking for, it’s here!
Exhibitor Hall 1: Imperial Ballroom

VV Artemis Leather VV Metamorph USA
VV Berta Platas Et Al VV Mighty Barnacle
VV Big City Comics VV Ms. Martha’s Corset Shoppe
2007 Dealers/Exhibitors
VV Blind Ferret Entertainment VV Museum Replicas Ltd.
VV Borders Express VV Onyx Hollow
VV Bullseye VV Pawstar
VV Calcom VV Pegasus Publishing
VV The Contact Lens Company VV Pendragon Costumes
VV Corsets by Casta Diva VV Rebel Base Comics & Toys
VV East Coast Propers.com VV Roger Dean
VV Edgework Imports, Inc. VV RT Originals
VV Edhellen Armoury VV Saracura
VV Greyson Wolf, Inc. VV Shadows on the Wall
VV House of Anime VV The Shoe Guy
VV K and J Non-Sports Cards VV Solomon’s Mine
VV Kristismart Romantic Coats VV Southeastern Browncoats
VV Lotus Blossom Photography VV Starbase Atlanta
VV Margaret Weis Productions VV Video Games New York
VV Medical Visions
Exhibitor Hall 2: Marquis Ballroom

VV A Wrinkle in Time VV Linsner.Com
VV Bead-Azzled VV Magical Fashions
VV Blade Replica VV Maxx Empire LLC
VV Brute Force Leather VV Meana Styles
VV Bud K Worldwide VV Meow-Comics
VV Capt. Comics VV Miniature Building Authority
VV CCP/White Wolf Publishing VV The Missing Volume
VV Chessex Manufacturing VV More than Printing (Bump in
VV Coffee Shop of Horrors the Night)
VV Dark Horse Comics VV Mythril Merchants
VV Earth Wisdom VV Pegasus Publishing
VV Elmore Productions VV Reel Art
VV Faery Life VV Roguelike Fiction
VV Fool Moon Treasures, Inc. VV SellingOutForFun
VV Funcom AndProfit.com
VV Holistic Design VV Skirmisher Publishing
VV Honeck Sculpture VV StylinOnline.com
VV Intergalactic Trading Co. VV Titan Games
VV James Hill Studios VV Troll & Toad
VV King Roach Enterprises VV Troma Entertainment
VV Larry Smith, Bookseller VV World in Chains
VV Lightspeed Fine Art

Dealer Hall: International Hall
VV Ambient Arts VV Marvelous Mayhem
VV Anime Remix VV Midnight
VV Aradani Studios Syndicate
VV Arsenal Models Soundtracks
VV Badali Jewelry Specialties VV Molly’s/Virgin Iron
VV Balls Out Entertainment VV Morbidly Adorable
VV Bast’s Garden Creations
VV Bill Stout VV Mythix Studios,
Inc.
VV Brazin Lady Custom Bronze
Creations VV Nene Thomas
VV Brick by Brick Design Illustrations
VV Odin’s Cosmic
VV Buzzy Multimedia
Bookshelf
VV Calcom
VV Offworld Designs 2007 Dealers/Exhibitors
VV Chimera Publishing
VV OnTheRunVideo.
VV The Contact Lens Company
com
VV The Crafty Celts
VV Queen’s Domain LLC
VV Crazy Ed’s Comics
VV Rak Graphics
VV Crimson Chain Leatherworks
VV Ravenwing Wearable Art
VV Crystal & Fantasy Creations
VV Reel Imports
VV Darkepoison Designs
VV Rowena
VV Darkside Ltd.
VV Ruth Thompsons Tarnished
VV Discotek Media Images
VV The Dragon’s Keep VV Scarlett’s Corset
VV The Dragon’s Lair VV Sigh Co. Graphics
VV Dumpster Wear VV Spacial Anomaly Gallery
VV Eclipse VV Spiral Moon
VV Ellen Million Graphics VV Starbase Atlanta
VV Fandom VV Stephanie Romano
VV Fashions by Figment VV Strike Zone
VV Firefly Cargo Bay VV StylinOnline.com
VV Flyboy Film Productions VV The Swordmark Co.
VV Gamer Concepts VV Sundreams and Myths
VV Greentea Design, Inc. VV Super Giant Comics
VV The Griffin Works VV T&G Books and Productions
VV Heroes & Dragons VV Tales of Wonder.com
VV Hollywood Book-Poster Co. VV Titan Games & Comics
VV Holy Cow Anime VV Tracy A. Akers/Aisling Press
VV Imperial Weapons VV Triangle Cards
VV J & J Enterprises VV Troll & Toad
VV Jaxbooks VV Twilight Creations
VV Jerry Ohlingers Movie VV Venture Effects
Memorabilia
VV Wee Bee Cards
VV Junior’s Comics and Cards
VV Wes Tillander
VV Kit Rae Design Studio
VV Westerfield Studios
VV Kujaku Trading
VV The Wizard’s Wagon
VV Laurell K. Hamilton
VV Wolfhome Adventuring
VV Le Petit Mort Outfitters
VV The Lovers Knot VV Yard Dog Press
VV M.B. Weston & Sandy Lender 2007 Dealers/Exhibitors
VV Madd Hatter’s Treasure Chest

LIVE PERFORMANCES
Abney Park
Abney Park is a Black Sheep of the Black Clad crowd.
Evocative of both old-world mystery and futuristic technology, Abney
Park is a strong and original musical presence in a genre far too used to
formula. With music and lyrics both dark and mystical, Abney Park creates
an emotional and cerebral world unlike anything found in the Gothic genre
today. Ghost stories and nightmares, myths and magic float in and out of a
music that bounces between industrial dance and symphonic epics from the
Abney Park
dark western forests to the desserts of the Far East.
Atlanta Radio Theatre Company

ARTC first show: The Doom of the Mummy, by William Alan Ritch.
Buried under the sands of Egypt for more than two millennia; forgotten in
the basement of a New England college for more than a hundred years; the
sarcophagus of Imshahnab resides in Memphis, Tennessee today! What power
does it have over graduate student, Cyrus Jones? What mystery does it possess
that the eminent archeologist, Dr. Alastair, wants for himself? And why is math
major, Iris Poole drawn, into its secret ritual?
Imshahnab shall live again in Memphis.
Second Show: Not a Typo!
The Atlanta Radio Theatre Company is pleased to bring a second production to
the Dragon*Con stage after a two-year stint of single productions. That’s right,
this is Not a Typo, and the show you didn’t expect to see (or hear!) but is finally
back. This year we bring you a tale of suspense (what can it be?), romance
(you’ll love it!), and mystery (no, we’re not telling you what it is yet). Surprises
are always fun at Dragon*Con!
Dragon*Con Cabaret
Willkommen, Bienvenue, Welcome to the new Dragon*Con Cabaret.
Come see the elaborate costumes and fun, eye-winking humor and class
reminiscent of the late 1800’s through the mid 1940’s in this vintage type
show. Big City Burlesque and Vaudeville will headline. There are also some
spots open for selected out of town performers. Contact Audrey at
stormyknight42@gmail.com for more information and to apply.
Big City Burlesque and Vaudeville Review
BCB&V is Atlanta’s original, all retro troupe since 2002. This unique
concept is the brainchild of creator and artistic director Kenton
McGhee, aka ‘King Rouge’, and has been painstakingly developed in
both style and content. This dream to reality has been to recapture
the sultry glamour and smoky magic of by-gone eras. From a
seductive fan dancer of the late 30’s to film noir femme fatales of
the 40’s, a bewitching belly dancer as well as comic heroines of all
yesteryear, BCB&V was the first to bring this concept of Old World
Big City Burlesque Vaudeville to the stage in Atlanta and today remains Atlanta’s
premier Burlesque and Vaudeville troupe.

Cemetery Surfers
Formed by a group of parapsychologists and ghost hunters, the Cemetery
Surfers spend as much time in haunted locations as they do onstage.
With an elaborate stage show (with everything from a zombie attack
to one of the musicians frying in an electric chair during the guitar
solo) they are becoming one of the most popular acts onstage.
But every night after they play, look for them in graveyards or
haunted houses. “We’re musicians and ghost hunters ... If we had a
talking dog, we’d be a cartoon.”
Crossed Swords
Nicole Harsch and Mike Sakuta are the Crossed Swords. For over
20 years, their Crossed Swords Stage Combat Shows have been seen
Cemetery Surfers
across the continental U.S. and Canada at renaissance festivals and
science fiction conventions and, of course, previous Dragon*Cons. Recently,
they’ve been hired to swordfight in such interesting locations as Honolulu,
Hawaii; Blackpool, England; Paris, France; Berlin, Germany; and Moscow, Russia.
The duo can also be seen in a TBS documentary on Pirates, in an A&E episode
of The Unexplained, on the Larry Elmore cover paintings for two Dragonlance
books (The Reign of Istar and The Cataclysm), and on the “Cure Light Wounds”
card in the Spellfire game.
Be sure to check out their www.crossedswords.biz
website for updates and scheduling info.
Crüxshadows
From humble origins in a Northern Florida town, the
Crüxshadows have risen to become internationally
recognized as one of the most popular darkwave
bands of all time. Over the past decade, the
Crüxshadows tumultuous success among the Gothic,
EBM, new wave, and dark electronic genres has
Crossed Swords
earned them a massive and devoted following. With a
constant and ambitious release schedule (as well as a dizzying live engagement
schedule), the Crüxshadows have turned conventional wisdom on its ear and
maintained their status amongst the elite bands from the world of modern
alternative music.
With a blend of new wave, Gothic, and electronica, the Crüxshadows
unique, catchy songs have subsequently become staples of the darkwave,
EBM, and electro-alternative scene.
With over 11 CDs, a DVD, and more compilation appearances than you
can count, the Crüxshadows have made themselves synonymous with a
new breed of explosive electro-goth music. The Crüxshadows energy and
intensity onstage led them to be called “the best live band in Europe today”
by the host of Hamburg’s popular Crazy Clip Show, and their performances
have been aired regularly on German national television. If you have an
opportunity to see them live, you should not pass it up. Over their lengthy
history, the Crüxshadows have shared stages with a wide array of bands,
including notables such as The Cure, Bjork, Ladytron, Apoptygma Berzerk,
Placebo, the Sisters of Mercy, Skinny Puppy, VNV Nation, Mesh, Bad Crüxshadows
Religion, Clan of Xymox, Project Pitchfork, and many, many more.

Emerald Rose
Emerald Rose from Georgia combines Celtic, world-beat, and rock
sensibilities with original songwriting, creating a unique fusion sound that
crosses many styles. Guitars, mandola, pennywhistle, bodhran, drums, and
bass drive the music, while harmony vocals bring across intelligent lyrics
that range from ancient myth to modern thought. The band has been around
since 1997, producing five commercial CDs and performing live across the
USA and in Ireland. Their appearances at numerous sci-fi/fantasy conventions
have given them a reputation as a “band of fandom.” Emerald Rose has been
a part of the Dragon*Con “culture” for the last five years, with rollicking
performances on the Concourse, ballrooms, and event parties ranging from
Emerald Rose the Tolkien-theme “Evening at Bree” to the Pern Weyr gatherings. Their
shows combine humor, musicianship, and sheer rock-down Celtic energy!
Lips Down on Dixie

Lips Down On Dixie began in June of 2000 as an unnamed Rocky Horror
Picture Show performance group, housed in Cobb County’s Merchant’s Walk
cinema and containing several cast members with a decade or more of Rocky
cast experience. Not a month later, group member
Tom Ward christened the group “Lips Down on
Dixie” as a reference to the group’s Southeastern
location and to the movie’s first scene: a pair of giant
red lips mouthing the opening song. LDOD’s website
is located at www.ldod.org.
Mighty Rassilon Art Players

For over 20 years The Mighty Rassilon Art Players
have shown audiences their own unique view of many
TV series and movies popular with SF fans.
Lips Down on Dixie
A few years ago, someone told them that they couldn’t
perform a musical, so they created Bats: the Musical an all-singing parody of
the Batman movies and TV shows, just to prove that person right! This year
Dragon*Con will be subjected to MRAP’s returns to its roots and presents its
first Doctor Who play since—since a long time! From TARDIS with Love has
one Doctor, two Masters, three different eras, four companions, and a whole lot
of snogging.
Voltaire
Voltaire is often described as a modern day renaissance man. He is a
singer/performer, creator of comic books, animation and toys.
As a musician, he is a songwriter whose music can best be described
as a collection of murder ballads, tongue-in-cheek exercises in the
macabre, with just enough bawdy songs about Star Trek and Star
Wars to keep a Con audience rolling in the aisles. Many know him
for his song “Brains!” from the Cartoon Network show The Grim
Adventures of Billy and Mandy. Voltaire’s live shows, whether solo or
with his skeletal orchestra, are highly theatrical-full of stories and
Voltaire games. The theatrical quality of his performances is not surprising.
For more information on Voltaire’s music, comics, animation and
toys visit www.voltaire.net.

TM
Order your Special DragonConTM Tie Dyed shirt

designed by Ray VanTilburg and produced by
To Order visit:
offworlddesigns.com
800-900-9056
CONTESTS
Anime Music Videos
What is an Anime Music Video contest? An Anime Music Video contest is
a place where anime fans and video editors can use their imagination and
talents to create spectacular blends of music timed perfectly with animation
sequences from their favorite anime. For full contest rules, visit us at
www.dragonconamv.com today!
Art Show Awards

2007 Art Show The Art Show jury determines most of our awards but convention attendees
will vote on a portion of the art awards referred to as the Special Awards
which include: Best Alien, Best Amazon, Best Dragon, Best Horror, Best
Spaceship or Space Scene, Best Warrior, and Most Humorous. Juried award
categories will include but are not limited to Best in Show, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd
place, Best 2-D, Best 3-D, Best Photography and Best Mixed Media. There
are also 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place awards for student entrees (if applicable).
Art Awards will be presented on Saturday of the convention. Votes cast by
attending Artists determine the Artist Choice Award
winner.
Comic Book Quick Sketch

So, you think you can draw? Think you can draw
quickly? The Comic Book Quick Sketch is open
to all con attendees. Check your program book or
check in at the Contest Registration table in front
of Centennial Ballroom in the Hyatt for more
information about time and locale. It is usually in the
Learning Center of the Hyatt on Monday morning,
but please verify in your program book. 2007 Comics Artists Alley
Winners will receive a plaque proclaiming them as the winner in their category
and while the contestants are doodling, drawing, lettering, and creating, our
guest artist(s) will be doing the same - and the original signed artwork becomes
prizes for the winners!
Cosplay Contest
Short for “costume play”, Cosplay is a subculture centered on
dressing as characters from manga, anime, tokusatsu, and video
games, Japanese pop music bands, and Visual Kei. Dragon*Con
loves cosplay! And to prove it, we’re putting together another
fantastic Cosplay Contest!
Details, contest rules, host, and timeslot information will be posted
at www.dragoncon.org as it becomes available!
Costuming Contest
This Costume Contest focuses solely on Costuming and will be
2007 Cosplay Contestant held Friday night. Judges will be looking at the costume itself, the
workmanship, design, and inspiration. This will be open to groups
and individuals, experts and novices, and costumes from mainstream or self-
creative. Although there will be one “celebrity” judge, the panel will mostly be
people with extreme costume backgrounds.
Dawn Look-Alike Contest
Grand Prize: $1,000 Prize
Joseph Michael Linsner’s Dawn is one of the hottest characters
in comics, so in 1998 we hosted the first-ever Dawn Look-Alike
Contest, with a $1,000 cash First Prize. If you’re a fan of beautiful
women, it’s an event you won’t want to miss. The contest is fully
authorized by Joseph (who’ll be on hand for the contest), and Dawn’s
publisher, Sirius Comics.
Great news for contestants: though Dawn is usually depicted with red
hair, she has occasionally appeared on various covers as everything
from blonde to brunette! Contestants will be judged based on how
well they capture the image and spirit of Dawn—confident yet
mysterious, and sexy without being sexist.
2007 Dawn Contestant
Dragon*Con after Dark
Our rapidly growing Dragon After Dark contest on Saturday spotlights macabre
and mature-themed costumes. We see them in the hallways and at the bar, but
this provides a chance to display them in a venue that does not compete with
the noise or interruptions of the typical social setting! Once they are finalized,
contest rules and entry forms will be available at www.dragoncon.org, so check
back soon if you want to participate!
Hallway Costume Contest

Contest staff will be roaming the halls of all venues
with digital cameras, taking pictures of those folks
who are too shy to get up on stage in the Masquerade,
but who have great costumes. We will also take
pictures at the Contest Registration table in front
of the Centennial Ballroom in the Hyatt. You may
purchase a copy of your official entry picture for
$10–with the proceeds going to the Dragon*Con
charity of the year.
2006 Hallway Contestant
All con-goers (including children) will have the
opportunity to vote for their favorite! This is the only event decided by
POPULAR vote at the con. Winners will be announced at the Masquerade.
Masquerade Costume Contest

In the grand tradition of convention costuming, dating back nearly five
decades in SF fandom, Dragon*Con is proud to present the largest Masquerade
Costume Contest in the Southeast and one of the largest in the world!
The Dragon*Con 2008 Masquerade Costume Contest will be held in
the Hyatt Centennial Ballroom. Registration for the Masquerade will be
available during the con at the Contest Registration Desk located outside the
Centennial Ballroom in the Hyatt. We’ll be open Friday and Saturday from
10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Sunday, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. There is no
pre-registration. Simply drop by the Contest Registration Desk during the
con and register.
NOTE: New time limits for contestant performance–individuals are limited
to 90 seconds (a minute and a half) and groups to three minutes. 2007 Masquerade Contestant

Miss Klingon Empire Beauty Pageant
Recognized by America Online as one of the “Top 11 Offbeat Beauty
Pageants Across America” two years in a row, as featured in Discover, Spin
and Shock magazines, and as seen on FoxNews.com and HowStuffWorks.
com! The Tenth Annual Miss Klingon Empire Beauty Pageant is open to
any qualified attending female member of the 2008 Dragon*Con who is
at least 21 years of age, except for members and relatives of the TrekTrak
Staff, TrekTrak Programming Committee and/or Dragon*Con General
Staff, and who agrees to abide by the rules of the contest as posted on the
TrekTrak web site, now and in the future. There is NO registration fee, nor
any additional cost to participate. Membership in or affiliation with any
2007 Miss Klingon Winner Klingon-oriented organization (i.e., KAG, KLAW, etc.) is not required. For
more information about the MKE Beauty Pageant, including rules and
prizes, to see video clips from previous pageants and to register as a contestant,
please visit www.trektrak.com/2008/08pageant.htm.
Star Wars Costume Contest

Dedicated to all things Star Wars, our annual Star Wars Costume Contest is
open to all! Pre-registration is required. Visit us at portal.mattersoftheforce.org
for full contest rules and entry forms.
Robot Battles™
Come join the entire Robot Battles™ crew at
Dragon*Con, lead by founder and host Kelly
Lockhart along with Blade Robotics’ Stephen
Chapman, Team Desade’s Terry Talton and fan
favorite Jason Brown from Evil Robots, Inc. Sunday
features the “Microbattles” where the one and three
pound robots face off in a full arena, while Monday
the main event takes place with the ever-popular
twelve and thirty pound bots taking the open stage in 2007 Robot BattlesTM
single combat.
For more detailed information, including the complete list of rules, please visit
their website at www.robotbattles.com.
2007 Guest Panel

CONVENTION EVENTS
7th Annual Dragon*Con Parade
You know Dragon*Con is in full swing when downtown Atlanta is
officially invaded by aliens, princesses, wizards, and warriors! Each
year on Saturday morning, we march along Peachtree Street in
downtown Atlanta wearing costumes that represent the wide variety
of interests found at Dragon*Con. In 2007, almost 2000 costumed
parade participants and over forty-five themed vehicles delighted
and entertained thousands of onlookers. Our 7th annual parade
looks to be even bigger!
To find out more, contact us at dc_parade@yahoo.com or join our
Yahoo group at groups.yahoo.com/group/dc_parade. The parade is
the largest Dragon*Con event! Come on out and support the fun-
participants and onlookers welcome! Fans at the 2007 Parade
Art Show & Print Shop

At the convention we will have over 150 artists and 5,000 pieces of original
art and prints. Our Show includes the Artist Bazaar (where you will find 50+
attending Artists who will be selling and may even personalize many art items
for you), the Art Gallery (where we have both 2D and 3D original artwork
priced for all budgets), the Art-on-Demand section
(which allows you to have art the way you want it),
the Doll section (which has unique, one of a kind
dolls), and the Print Shop (where we have prints
priced for all budgets).
We are planning many exciting events for the 2008
Dragon*Con Art Show including the annual Iron
Artist competition, a large canvas on which all the
attending Artists can draw or paint (which will be
sold at the Art Show voice auction), live music,
demonstrations, and other wonderful events. We will
be hosting our annual Artists’ Reception on Friday
2007 Artshow & Print Shop night of the convention. Art Show panel discussions
and demonstrations are located just outside the Print
Shop exit in Hannover F and G. There will also be booths for local colleges
with Art programs, and don’t miss the incredible Western Ghost Town themed
Diorama located in the center of the Art Show.
Autograph Sessions
Each year, Dragon*Con assembles many of its willing guests for scheduled
autographs (signings) in one area. Not every guest is willing - or able - to
sign items, but we do inquire as to each guest’s willingness to do so.
Some guests-usually screen stars-charge for autographs, but autographs
staged in our Autograph Area are always free. Limitations on number
and type of items may be made, generally at the request of the signer, and
sometimes due to time considerations.
Autographs will be handled on a first-come, first-signed basis. We will
promote equal access for handicapped persons but this does not exclude
them from the first-come, first-served rule; as with other convention
Marc Singer at WoF 2007
attendees they will get their autograph in order of their arrival.

Blood Drive
2008 marks the 6th year of the “Pay It Forward” Blood Drive at
Dragon*Con, sponsored by The Heinlein Society and LifeSouth Community
Blood Center. In 2006, 269 donors came by the drive to give the gift of life,
and 211 pints of blood were collected. Since 2003, Dragon*Con attendees
have donated 732 pints of blood, potentially saving over 2,000 lives.
The success of this drive is a reflection of the wonderful generosity of the
Dragon*Con community and a fitting tribute to the man who gave so much
of himself to his sci-fi family.
Kevin Sorbo - Charity Auction Charity Auction

The 2008 Charity Auction will be for the American Heart Association in memory
of Patrick Roberts. Patrick was the Art Show director from 2000-2006 and passed
away earlier this year from heart related issues. If you would like to donate
something to the charity auction, please contact John Tackett, Director of Charity
Events, at charityevents@dragoncon.org, or at jtackett@bellsouth.net.
The American Heart Association
The American Heart Association is a national voluntary
health agency whose mission is: “Building healthier
lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke.”
The mission statement was updated by the American
Heart Association during its Annual Meeting in April
2007. The mission statement undergoes a formal
review process every third year.
The association’s impact goal is to reduce coronary
heart disease, stroke and risk by 25 percent by 2010.
Progress toward the goal will be measured according
to these indicators: Charity Auction Donations
VV Reduce the death rate from coronary heart disease and stroke by
25 percent.
VV Reduce the prevalence of smoking, high blood cholesterol and
physical inactivity by 25 percent.
VV Reduce the rate of uncontrolled high blood pressure by 25
percent.
VV Eliminate the growth of obesity and diabetes.
Comic Artists Exhibit

Be sure to attend the 9th Annual Display of Comic, Fantasy &
Illustration Art. This year’s title: EC Comic Art Gallery. (Check the
schedule for exact time and location.)
Squa Tront! Spa Fon! A hearty twist to the neck to all who long to
hear from the EC GhouLunantics once more. If you like the bulgy
eyed Old Witch, then come see original pages by Graham Ingels.
2007 Comics Artists Alley Or, if double lit BEMs are your flavor, we will certainly supply
healthy portions of Wally Wood. What about a little “Foul Play” by
Jack Davis? And to finish it off, please accept a nice severed head or
two by Johnny Craig.

All EC Fan-Addicts will surely be pleased to see original art from their favorite
EC titles including: Tales From the Crypt; Weird Fantasy; Crime SuspenStories;
Weird Science; Frontline Combat; Haunt of Fear; Vault of Horror and a few
other surprises. Please come and enjoy some shallow grave digging with all
your EC lovin’ friends!
Guest of Honor Banquet

Join many of Dragon*Con’s Guests of Honor for an evening of fine
food and entertainment. Banquet tickets may be reserved through
our office. Please note that seating is limited and tickets will be
available at the convention only while they last.
The 2008 Dragon*Con Awards Banquet will be held on Saturday,
August 30, 2008 at 8:00 PM in the Regency VI-VII Ballroom at the
Hyatt Regency Hotel. Tickets are $35.00 and may be purchased by
calling the Dragon*Con office, mailing in the registration form, or
2007 GoH Banquet
ordering online through our store. Seating is limited, so order your
tickets today!
22nd Independent Film Festival

Dragon*Con is America’s largest annual multi-media popular arts convention
which crosses over into science fiction and fantasy, gaming, and comics, with
broad ranges which extend from books, art, and film
to computer animation, special effects, and music. We
focus each year on showcasing the finest independent
short films of the fantastic!
The Dragon*Con Independent Film Festival is a
four day event of film screenings and panels, with
directors, producers, writers, actors, SFX & makeup
artists all sharing their expertise. The Festival
competition is for short films (under 60 minutes).
A few independent features will be shown (out of
competition) in the evenings.
Films will be judged in specific categories, which will
Special Effects Make-Up
be determined by the festival director, based on the
genres of the submissions. For example, in 2007, awards were presented in the
following areas: Animation, Gothic Horror, Extreme Horror, Horror Comedy,
General Comedy, Documentary, Fantasy, Magic Realism, Science Fiction, and
Spoof.
Late-Night Entertainment
We’ll again offer late-night DJ’d dances Friday, Saturday and Sunday
evenings, beginning after the last concert’s over in the ballroom and lasting
until dawn, so you vampires can dance until the sun comes up!
Traditional SF convention filk-singing will take place on Friday, Saturday
and Sunday evenings, late-night. Filking will begin at midnight and will also
continue to the light of day.
For the last few years, we’ve also had an impromptu drum-circle form up
for several hours. In 2000 the drum-circle was made a formal part of the
schedule for Friday through Sunday night. This tradition will continue in
2008, so bring your doumbek or djembe (or your congas or your violin or 2007 Live Performance
your flute...) if you’ve got one.

Nuts on the Road: Gonzo Sound & Vision
The rumors are true. The wackos who brought you the Gonzo Film Fest
have returned. Needcoffee.com and QuickStopEntertainment.com have
been working overtime in their lab to bring about the next step in Gonzo
evolution-the result? An injection of live music into their usual audiovisual
assault on your peace of mind. Surprises, prizes and more. Saturday night at
Dragon*Con will never be the same.
Reading Sessions
Offering readings by authors from their own works (and usually some
Jack Ketchum 2007 Reading discussion with the audience afterward), our past readers have included T.W.
Miller, Janny Wurtz, Kevin J. Anderson, Jana Oliver, Karen McCollough,
Tracy Hickman, Laura Curtis, and Caitlin Kiernan. Check the website closer
to the convention for the latest on who will be reading for you this year!
Video & Film Rooms

Dragon*Con will feature two video rooms: one devoted to mainstream movies
and the Video Festival, and the other for Japanese
Animation.
VV Main Video
The Main Video Room shows some
of the latest movies you might have
seen, and some you might never have
known existed.
VV Anime Video
Dragon*Con’s Anime video room
shows the latest animated titles from
Japan, and some classics you might
have overlooked, available subtitled or 2007 Wrestling
dubbed in English.
Walk of Fame
This year, the Walk of Fame will be moving to the fabulous Marriott Marquis
hotel! Our Walk of Fame houses some of the biggest names in multi-media
today. In the past we have had such guests as Mythbusters, the Ghost Hunters,
George Romero, Lou Gossett, Jr., James and Oliver Phelps, Vic
Mignona, and Tippi Hedren! Check the Dragon*Con website
(www.dragoncon.org) closer to the show for a complete floor plan of
the 2008 Walk of Fame!
Wrestling
DCW 2008 is ready to roll!! Are you ready for the action?? How
about tables, ladders and chairs?? It’s a first for us and I am really
working on getting the match signed. More, you want more?? How
bout some of the finest wrestlers from NWA Anarchy, TNA, NFWA
and Tripple X-treme? You want to see Hott wrestling babes, yep we
2007 Wrestling got ‘em, fast paced and wild action? That too and a whole lot more!
Stay tuned to the Dragon*Con website (www.dragoncon.org) for the
latest information!

Writer’s Workshop
This course, taught by best selling SF writer A.C. Crispin, will provide a full
overview of the science fiction and fantasy genre. At completion,
students will understand the importance of background genre
reading, scientific or other appropriate research, developing fleshed-
out characters, original or “twist” plotlines, setting, and descriptions
in their science fiction or fantasy short stories or novels. Students will
learn sources they can consult to find legitimate, suitable markets
for short story or novel submissions. They’ll be able to produce a
correctly formatted and printed manuscript, and a workable query
or cover letter. They’ll be able to identify and avoid the writing scams
that are proliferating in today’s highly competitive markets.
This course will run for two full days at Dragon*Con, on Thursday
(one day before the con “officially” begins) and Friday, August 28-
29, 2008. Submission of a manuscript for review by Ms. Crispin is Ann C. Crispin
desirable, but not required.
CONVENTION SERVICES
Child Care
Dragon*Con will sponsor Child Care Services during our normal Dealers
Room hours:
Friday: 1:00 PM–7:00 PM
Saturday/Sunday: 10:00 AM–7:00 PM
Monday: 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Child Care Services are provided at no additional charge for kids 18 months
and potty trained-6 years, if they’ve been registered at the normal adult rate.
Child Care Services are available on a first come, first serve basis with a limited
number of spaces available.
To use this service, simply register your child with the convention at normal
convention rates (a bargain, for up to 30 hours of supervised care). Either pre-
register your child through this web site or at the convention; sitters will not
collect any rate “by the hour” during scheduled hours.
We will be serving a mid-morning and afternoon snack, but you must pick up
your child for his/her mid-day meal. Anyone leaving a child in Dragon*Con
child care is required to have a working cell phone on them at all times.
Saturday Registration Lines

Disability Services
Dragon*Con supports equal-access and provides on-site assistance for
anyone who has a disability. Please be sure to stop by the Disability Services
table if you need any assistance.
We can offer a variety of services to help you enjoy your Dragon*Con
experience, including:
VV Sign Language interpreters for events upon request.
VV Audio description for events upon request.
VV We will have the Con schedule in large print available (to be
Mr. Freeze Costumer read at our table.) Braille may be available only if requested two
weeks or more before the Con.
VV We will have a staff person on the Exhibition level of the Hyatt
Regency Hotel outside of Registration.
People who need assistance at the convention should contact Disability Services
in advance. We strongly suggest that if an individual has difficulty walking long
distances that they consider renting an electric scooter.
Scooter and Wheelchair rentals are available by
contacting ScootAround Inc. toll-free at 1-888-441-
7575, by email at info@scootaround.com, through
their website at www.scootaround.com/rentals/
dragoncon or by fax at (204) 478-1172. Please contact
them early.
Fan/Band Concourse Tables

In 2008, our fan tables and freebie tables will be
located in the Marriott hotel on the Convention Level.
Tables for Performers and Bands will be located in the
2007 Concourses
Hyatt Regency, outside the Grand Ballroom. This area
is right outside where Registration and the Art Show will be located, and is two
floors below the lobby.
The acoustic/ambient music stage remains in its traditional location, outside the
Hyatt’s Centennial Ballroom and one floor below the lobby.
The Hyatt Concourse
The area in the Hyatt known as “The Concourse” now consists of
the two floors below the hotel’s lobby, through which most traffic to
the ballrooms and panel rooms must pass. Quite a few things will be
located on these two floors:
VV Convention Information Kiosk
VV Hyatt Concourse Operations Desk
VV Contest Registration Desk (for Costume Contest, Hall Costume
Contest, and other contests)
VV Parade Registration (until Friday evening)
VV Disabilities Services
2007 Concourses VV Performing Bands’ Tables
VV Concourse Performance Area, for acoustic and electronic
performers...basically, anyone without a full drum-kit

The Marriott Concourse Area
The Marriott Marquis’ capacious Ballroom Level pre-function area will host all
of our Fan Tables. These Fan Tables are available for fan groups, conventions,
clubs, etc. to showcase themselves.
Also present at the Marriott will be our Freebie Tables for
promotional items, flyers, freebie buttons, etc. Flyers for upcoming
conventions, fan clubs, and other organizations can be placed here.
We should have several tables available.
The Hilton Concourse Area
Due to upcoming renovations at the Hilton, we will not be
scheduling any fan-tables at the Hilton in 2008.
Hospitality Suite/ConSuite
2007 Concourses
“Consuites” are a tradition of SF and fantasy conventions
throughout the United States. We’ll provide a lounge stocked with all sorts
of complimentary soft drinks, coffee, and munchies for all attendees to enjoy
when feeling a bit hungry. We have planned a Consuite with plenty of snacks
that will be open twenty-four hours a day throughout the convention (with a
few breaks for cleaning purposes).
Information Desk
The Information Desk is your one-stop center for getting all your questions
answered. We will have an information booth located in each of the three host
hotels. Their exact location will be available on the mini maps provided in
the Pocket Program at the show. The staff will be able to help you find where
everything is located and just about any other question or request you may
have. And if they don’t know the answer, they’ll send you directly to the person
who does or contact them by radio.
Information Booth

2008 TOURNAMENT GAMING
Introduction
For the 2008 convention, gaming returns to the Atlanta Hilton. Full details
with maps will be available in the pocket program detailing where each
section of gaming will reside.
The Way Things Work: How to Survive the Gaming Experience at Dragon*Con
Here are a few words that will hopefully give the prospective gamer a
useful overview of how gaming is run at Dragon*Con. It should prove to
answer some of the obvious questions and help both the new and veteran
2007 Gaming convention gamer as you plan your adventure with us.
Please check our website, www.dragoncon.org, and select the Gaming link for
information about pre-registration. The event tickets you buy via the website
will be available at Gaming Registration which will be open Thursday evening
and at 8:00 AM every morning of the convention.
In order to play in most events you will need an event ticket. Most event tickets
cost $3.00, but there are some free demonstration games and a few are more
expensive. You can also purchase generic tickets that are usable at any event. If
an event is sold out you can show up for that event with a generic ticket and if
anyone with a “real” ticket for that event does not show up you will be able to
step in. This is particularly true for the larger events where there is more of a
chance of a no show or cancellation.
People often ask why Dragon*Con charges for tickets, and there are two major
reasons. The first is to fund prizes for the events. We award “Dealer Coins” to
the winners of events that can be used as money in the Exhibition Hall in the
Marriott. For some of the major events we have plaques and awards made.
The second reason is to insure attendance of events. We’ve learned that players
are much more likely to show up for a game if they’ve already spent $3.00
on a ticket. When we tried not charging for events and signed up players on
registration sheets in the past. However, many players signed up for everything
they were remotely interested in and then only played the events they were
most interested when the time came. This was unfair to fellow gamers and
judges who would never know if all the names on a given registration sheet
would show up.
Dragon*Con uses four hour sessions in an effort to maximize the number of
games each player can experience during the convention. The four-day period
is divided into 14 gaming sessions as follows:
Friday Saturday Sunday Monday Time

Session 1 Session 5 Session 9 Session 13 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
Session 2 Session 6 Session 10 Session 14 1:00 PM–5:00 PM
Session 3 Session 7 Session 11 6:00 PM–10:00 PM
Session 4 Session 8 Session 12 10:00 PM–2:00 AM
Ideally tournament judges will manage their time so that each game is finished
with fifteen minutes left in the session allowing everyone time to get to the
next game. Large tournaments in some of the gaming areas do not follow this
patter, and some games run over one and a half or two sessions which is usually
noted in the description area for that event. When you are looking at events
in the listings, you will see that events are typically referred to by their session
numbers and not the day or time.
Board Games
We will be offering our $5 play all con badge. You can participate in most of the
events in the board gaming area for just a single purchase.
Open Gaming
There will be dedicated open gaming space this year. Whether it is a
game you just purchased or an old favorite that you can’t get any one
at home to play, bring it to open gaming and you are sure to find fun
and challenging opposition.
Settler’s of Catan
The Catan tournament at Dragon has grown into a whole con affair.
Can you take home the coveted Dragon*Con Plaque?
And Many More!
Board Gaming
New games are being added all the time. Please check the gaming
website for schedule updates. I look forward to seeing you at the show.
Board Gaming FAQ
VV What is Board Gaming? At Dragon*Con board gaming is a
catch all section including traditional box games as well as non-
collectible card games.
VV Does this include games like Monopoly and Clue? Mostly our
focus is on old school wargames and the newer German-style
games, as these tend to be what our fan base wants to play, but
we are open to all types of games providing we can find good,
knowledgeable judges.
VV So these games are complex with lots of rules? Complexity
varies from tactical games like Star Fleet Battles (whose rules
take up a 4” binder and turns take well over a hour each) to
simple card games like Flux (the only rule, “draw one, play one”
and usually lasting no more than fifteen minutes a game)
VV Do I need to know how to play before I can join in the fun?
No, the judges at Dragon*Con are specifically chosen for their
instructional abilities and would be happy to teach you as much
of the rules as you need to play in any of the non-tournament
games we offer. For tournaments, we do recommend a degree
of game knowledge as this allows all participants to have a fun
game experience.
VV Tournaments? So are there prizes? Most of our tournaments
offer prizes ranging from copies of the games to framed
certificates to show off to your friends
VV Sounds fun, where do I sign up? Once the gaming
registration site is up, you will be able to purchase the $5
board gaming ribbon as well as tickets for limited seating
tournaments.
VV I am interested in judging _________ . Contact us at
dragoncon@dragoncon.org listing the game you wish to run
and we will get back in contact with you to discuss.
Board Gaming

CCG (Collectible Card Games)
Below is an abbreviated list of events being held at the convention, please
keep an eye on the Gaming Registration website linked via the main
Dragon*Con website for full details for our offered events and tournaments.
VV Magic: The Gathering
VV World of Warcraft
VV Star Wars
VV Yu-Gi-Oh
VV UFS
Card Gaming VV Warlord
VV Vs
VV Anachronism
VV City of Heroes
VV Vampire: The Eternal Struggle
Computer Gaming
Tournaments
We will be following the rest of gaming from a shift
perspective:
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday: 9:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 6:00
PM, and 10:00 PM slots.
Monday: 9:00 AM, 1:00 PM slots.
We will be running a 24 hour operation with the
hours of 5:00 AM—8:00 AM reserved for necessary
maintenance and downtime.
Computer Gaming
The following preliminary tournament list will be used:
VV Call of Duty 4—New this year
VV Unreal Tournament 3—New this year
VV Counterstrike: Source
VV America’s Army—New this year
VV Enemy Territory: Quake Wars—New this year
VV Team Fortress 2—New this year
VV Half Life 2: Deathmatch
VV Company of Heroes—New this year
VV Warcraft3: Defenders of the Ancients–New this year
Gaming Panel Programming

This year Dragon*Con will host more than twenty panels on all
facets of gaming. There will be a number of panels on LARPs,
table top role-playing games, board games and computer gaming.
There will be scholarly presentations as well presentations from
Miniature Painting
game companies and gamers themselves designed to entertain you,
inform you, introduce you to new games, and enhance your gaming
experience. Check out the Program guide when you arrive at the convention or
join us at the HIlton during the convention for more details.

Live Action Role-Playing Games
Live Action Role-Playing Games (LARPs) at Dragon*Con 2008 builds on last
year’s highly successful convention. We continue our upward trends
this year by responding to the requests of our guests and growing
the diversity of the types of LARP games offered for play.
LARP gaming will be held at the Hilton for Dragon*Con 2008.
Space assignments have not yet been finalized for the LARP division
and as such, the number and types of games run will depend on the
space we have to host those games. So, we are still in the process
of finalizing the games that will be approved for LARP play at
Dragon*Con 2008. We expect to have many of our returning fan-
favorites (Dark ConFrontation, Nightfall’s World of Darkness, The
Camarilla’s Requiem) as well as a host of new LARPs.
As always, space permitting, we expect to have several “display-
2007 Gaming
only” tables for those LARP games that run continually throughout
the year. So, if you want to “live the part” or if you just want to find some
information on what exactly Live-Action gaming is, join the LARP division for
a fun-filled weekend of gaming.
All events and scheduling are tentative until scenario production and staff
scheduling are complete. Dragon*Con reserves the right to modify the
availability and/or times of the games being run. Information on the LARP
games to be run available at press time is presented
below.
Any game-specific questions should be asked directly
to the games listed below. For general information,
please contact the LARP Director, Wayne Melnick at
dragonlarp@comcast.net or LARPS@dragoncon.org.
Nightfall Productions Presents: World of Darkness

LARP at Dragon*Con 2008
By the Pricking of My Thumb...Something Wicked
This Way Comes...
2007 Gaming
The west of the newly founded United States (well
new in the grand scheme of the world) is becoming a volatile and highly
disputed place. Everyone is trying to get a foothold in the place, and the
creatures that lurk in the shadows are no exception as always. Whether you
are attempting to bring the order of The Camarilla, keep the free spirit of the
now ravaged and reformed Sabbat alive, protect your territory, gain new
territory for your people, or just find a way to live your life without order
and reason...this quite possibly could be the place to do it...if not for a few
small complications.
The smallest of which being...Lone Wolf, OK. There is something not right
about the folk there. Whispers of alliances and deals made with disregard
to tradition and long upheld beliefs. There are rumors that many there do
not follow any sect and are merely cultists that are obsessed with the various
mythos of the end of the world. It is an odd little town, and stranger still
since the mists seem to have rolled in around it. Disturbing things they are!
Disorienting people and making them see all kinds of weird things. Will you
brave the mists and come to find out what is really going on in Lone Wolf
and why so much of the world’s eye seems focused on one small tiny little 2007 Gaming
mining ghost town practically?

-----------------------------------------
This year’s Nightfall game will once again be set in 1842 AD. If you are
a returning player, please contact Nightfall ahead of time to find out the
current state of events in town. If you are a new player, please come join
Nightfall and find out how the west was truly won or Survived in some
cases! This will be a three night game to run Friday, Saturday and Sunday
nights at Dragon*Con 2008.
Nightfall Productions Presents: Serenity/Firefly LARP at Dragon*Con

2008
Sending out an S.O.S....
Tabletop Gaming
You receive a distress message from a small planet close to the rim, but not
really on it. Something’s not quite shiny here. This here was a thriving mining
planet. Ships should be coming in and out of port all the time on Sterling
Quarry (the main port on the planet, Bailey’s Landing). Well, if folk need help
then you’re just the person to aid them! Even if it might cost them a bit.
But, something is definitely out of sorts and you mean to find out what it is.
-----------------------------------------
Please join Nightfall for another installment of Firefly
LARPing based on Nightfall’s house rules system.
This will be a daytime game with the day it is to run
still to be determined.
Nightfall Productions Presents: Battlestar Galactica

LARP at Dragon*Con 2008
I have seen the light....and it burns!
A prophet...she sees things....and they come true.
Rumors spread like a wildfire across the fleet when a 2007 Gaming
young blind woman appears on one of the ships and
claims that the lords of Cobal speak to her in visions and dreams. At first this
seems like t he normal madness aboard a ship that happens when too many
people in stress conditions are packed into a space.
Then...things start to happen. A man claims she cured him of his ailments.
Things she sees begin to come true. She knows things that no one knows
about people. In a matter of weeks a cult forms around this woman
rivaling that of the remaining faith in the lords themselves.
Is she real? Is it a hoax? Perhaps a Cylon ploy? Everyone has
his or her reasons for wanting to meet and speak with “The Prophet
of Cobal”.
What are yours? In a time where life is fragile and man is on the
run, any
hope is a good thing. Right?
-----------------------------------------
Tabletop Gaming Please join Nightfall for another installment of Battlestar Galactica
LARPing based on Nightfall’s house rules system. This will be a
daytime game with the day it is to run still to be determined.

The Camarilla at Dragon*Con 2008
The Camarilla is an international organization focusing on Live Action
Role Play (LARP) as well as literary, charity, and social activities.
Recognized as White Wolf ’s official fan club, the Camarilla is
international known for its continuous LARP event that spans
several thousand members, with more than just this single
event—we are committed to member involvement and expanding
member creativity and talents. Many groups host activities to
improve member role-play, storytelling, acting, writing, leadership
skills and more.
We invite anyone of age 18 years or older to join us in trying LARP
in the World of Darkness. Dragon*Con 2008 will feature three
games set in the World of Darkness:
Requiem: Miniatures Gaming
In the World of Darkness, Vampires existed and have a society of their own
hidden from the eyes of humans. They move through the human population
taking what they need and controlling people without them realizing it.
They meet behind close doors and hold beautiful and horrible gatherings.
This weekend such a gathering shall be held—a social gathering where Kindred
of all ages will meet under a rough to discuss the
future of their kind. The Prince of the city has request
the Kindred to gather for an announcement. Rumors
fly through the air of a discovery, while others talk
about the chance of a new Prince being named. Come
see what the future holds in the World of Darkness.
Requiem is a two night game expected to run on
Saturday and Sunday night of Dragon*Con 2008.
Changeling:
Since the first Lost returned from Arcadia, clawing
Tabletop Gaming
and cutting their way through the Thorns, they
have looked for ways to protect themselves from
the Gentry. One of the first and surest methods for doing so was the signing
of protective Contracts with the four Earth seasons which are unknown and
confusing to the Others. This was the first step in fighting back against the
True Fae.
To commemorate that fight, the Summer Court will be hosting a celebration
of the Losts’ return to their world with a grand tournament and ball. There
will be tests of skill both physical and mental with prizes given to the
winners.
Come help us rejoice in our freedom and remember what it takes to keep it.
This game is expected to run during the day on both Saturday and Sunday at
Dragon*Con 2008.
Mortal:
Mortals is a game of move through a world were the Cops are on the mobs
payroll, that the average neighbor hood is a bit more dangerous, and people
don’t just go for long walks at the night because there are things that go
bump in the night. Miniatures Gaming

Come play a game where you are an average person in a World of Darkness.
A place that often times considers you food or a play-thing—where looking
over your shoulder is a way of life not because you know there something
their in the shadows, but because you can feel it.
Mortal is a one night game that is expected to run Friday night at
Dragon*Con 2008.
Dark ConFrontation at Dragon*Con 2008: A Funny Thing Happened on

the Way to the Graveyard
Welcome to Dark ConFrontation, a cabaret of arcane, gothic, high-tech,
new age and fantastic. There is a world out there full of voodoo priests,
Card Gaming androids, super heroes, witches, and aliens and all of them have one thing
in common with you…they love to cut loose at Dragon*Con. This is the
one place that someone won’t blink if they see a werewolf. So if you happen to
be a werewolf this is the best place to come if you need some time away from
your normal “dog-eat-dog” world. But with this many supernatural entities,
covert government agencies, and gentlemen geniuses gathered in one place,
it’s not surprising when it all goes to pieces. Thanks be to Ralph, or Phil, or
the Great Cosmic Yard Rake that there is someone there to stitch it all back
together…you.
-----------------------------------------
This year marks Dark ConFrontation’s 15th
Anniversary at Dragon*Con and we are pleased
to present you with this year’s scenario, A Funny
Thing Happened on the Way to the Graveyard. The
registration fee is $30, but a special Group Discount
of $5 per person will be applied to groups of 3 to
4 and a $10 discount per person will be applied to
groups of 5 or more. More info can be found at:
www.darkconfrontation.com
Miniature Gaming
Dark ConFrontation. Have you been confronted?
Lurking Fear Production LARP at Dragon*Con 2008: Echoes of Devil’s Reef

Echoes of Devil’s Reef, is the final Lurking Fear Productions Lovecraftian
horror LARP event and will take place in Atlanta, GA at Dragon*Con 2008.
Initially set in the late Victorian era of 1896, players are passengers aboard the
luxury steam liner, the HMS Prometheus, on a trip beginning in
Liverpool, continuing to Lisbon, and finally docking in Athens.
Game play takes place on the last leg of the journey between Lisbon
and Athens in the Mediterranean Sea. Players may portray a wide
variety of pre-generated characters; everything from upper-class
leisure travelers to poor deck hands, and those characters come
equipped with backgrounds and relationships to other characters
and NPCs. Players may also create their own, unique characters for
this event and LFP staff will work closely with these players to help
tailor their character to the game.
As this is our final event, our “grand farewell” if you will, Echoes of
Devil’s Reef is a little different from previous LFP games. Aside from
2007 Gaming pre-generated Victorian era characters, players may also portray any
character that has already appeared in a prior LFP game, regardless
of that particular character’s historical era or fate. Consumed by a
night gaunt in Horror at Meadow Hill Manor?

You may still play your character from that game. Transformed into a Deep
One in The Song of the Abyss? You can play that character too. Trapped in the
Dreamlands in Gods of Forbidden Light? Well, you get the picture...
-----------------------------------------
Combining an original salon-style rules system, a cohesive,
completely immersive setting, and a distinctive attention to
detail, Lurking Fear Productions staff aims to create a unique
experience for all players. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged
as we are capping available player slots at 45, and we sold out of
available player slots on the first night of the Dragon*Con last
year. Characters are always dispensed on a first come, first served
basis, so make sure you either pre-register via the website at www.
wonderlandclothier.com/echoes.html or get to the LFP booth in the
gaming concourse early in the convention.
Card Gaming
Forest of Doors LARP at Dragon*Con 2008: The Hospitality of
Beasts
This story takes place in the tent of one of the former antagonists of the game
who is now an ally of the players. The crux of the game is similar to a murder
mystery game where the players will help deduce what has occurred. In
addition there will be numerous opportunities to explore the culture of what
is primarily and antagonistic portion of the setting. There will be many small
challenges such as riddles and some entertainment
and Forest of Doors is are currently negotiating for
possible music and/or dancing. The structure will be
oriented at giving new/potential players a taste of the
world and campaign setting.
-----------------------------------------
Forest of Doors is one of Atlanta’s newest fantasy
LARP dedicated to providing an entertaining and
innovative experience for all of its players. Regular
games are a full contact “boffer” LARP but this
event will be strictly non-combat for safety purpose.
Tabletop Gaming Players who are new to either LARPing or contact
LARPing are especially encouraged to join our event.
This event will also be an in continuity event during which regular players may
bring their characters and earn experience. Also people playing for the first
time may earn experience to bring back to the ongoing game. Our setting is
unique both for its innovative approach to magic but also because our fantasy
game takes its roots from C.S. Lewis and traditional folklore rather than the
J.R.R. Tolkien basis that other fantasy LARPs have been traditionally based.
The game emphasizes role-playing over combat and our environment is
friendly to new players. Pre-generated characters will be available but you
can also make any sort or character you wish. Costuming is encouraged for
this event but is not required.
Check out our website at www.forestofdoors.com for more information.
Board Gaming

Heroes of Rokugan Interactive LARP at Dragon*Con 2008: The Sapphire
Tournament (ST-INT-01)
The Honorable Miya Shikan, the Imperial Herald, has recently prevailed
on Emperor Toturi XII to create a new office of imperial magistrates,
the Sapphire Magistrates, whose duty will be the maintenance of peace
throughout the Empire. The tournament to choose the first of these
Sapphire Magistrates was held in Kyuden Miya during the just-completed
Chrysanthemum Festival.
Contestants from across the Empire will compete with each other in their
knowledge of art, law, and debate, followed by a combat tournament to
demonstrate their martial abilities.
Miniatures Gaming
-----------------------------------------
Heroes of Rokugan is an on-going tabletop role-playing campaign set in AEG’s
Legend of the Five Rings game system. Set 300+ years ahead of the current card
game timeline, HoR allows players to develop their characters throughout the
course of the campaign. Due to mature themes, the campaign is restricted to
players age 18 and over.
Dragon*Con 2008 is proud to host its first officially
sanctioned Heroes of Rokugan Interactive LARP, The
Sapphire Tournament. Character creation guidelines
can be found at www.heroes-of-rokugan.com.
North Georgia Games Production of A Chaotic

Fluidity LARP at Dragon*Con 2008: Horror on the
Crescent Train
This is a stand alone live action role-playing event
of pulp mystery and horror. Set in September 1928,
players are passengers aboard the train traveling from
New Orleans to Atlanta on its way to Savannah. Game Card Gaming
play takes place on the first leg of the journey between
New Orleans and Atlanta. Players may portray a wide variety of pre-generated
characters; everything from upper-class leisure travelers to train porters,
and characters come equipped with backgrounds and relationships to other
characters and NPCs. There is a very peculiar guest aboard, one that does not
seem quite right at all. It is up to the players to solve the mystery before time
runs out for them all.
Legynds LARP at Dragon*Con at Dragon*Con 2008

At press time, full details were unavailable, but Legynds, one of
Georgia’s premier LARPs, will be running a “non-boffer” event
especially written for Dragon*Con 2008. Although the precise day
this game will run is currently being determined, the game will run
all day and culminate in the pub at the end of the day. This event
is meant to be a way to introduce potential players to the world of
Legynds and create the interactions for the new players to merge
with the current players.
More information can be found at www.legynds.com/.
Miniatures Gaming

Miniatures
Miniatures gaming at Dragon*Con should have something for everyone.
You’ll find many of the most popular titles and genres, from large
scale battles to squad level skirmishes, from historical simulations
to fantastic clashes between monsters and mages. For those of you
looking for something new, don’t despair, we’ll also have a variety
of unusual and interesting games being demonstrated. The WizKids
envoys will be back, along with many other favorites from years past,
and new things to try, so be sure to check the Dragon*Con web page
for the latest offerings and news!
Online Gaming
For 2008 and beyond we have split Online Gaming to its very own
track. The Online Gaming panels and parties will be held at the
Sheraton this year. Miniatures Gaming
We will feature panels and presentations for Age of Conan, City of Heroes, EQ,
EQ2, EVE, Pirates of the Burning Sea, Stargate Worlds, Starwars Galaxies, The
Agency, oh and World of Warcraft.
Complete and up to date information can be accessed at:
www.dragoncon-mmo.org.
Role-Playing, Campaign Gaming

Campaign Gaming at Dragon*Con 2008 will
continue with the bonanza of offerings started
last year, and adding to that in order to provide
something for everyone. This year, Campaign
Gaming will be offering as many as nine campaigns,
ranging from standard D&D to d20 modern/future
to non-d20 based systems.
Living Greyhawk, the largest shared world campaign
in the world, will be making its final appearance at
Miniatures Gaming this year’s Dragon*Con, as the campaign will be sun
setting at the end of this year. As such, we will be offering all of the current Year
8 Gran March regional events.
Living Arcanis will continue the tradition of offering Paradigm Concepts vastly
popular d20 based fantasy role-playing campaign.
Witch Hunter: Dark Providence will make its second appearance at
Dragon*Con, after a very successful debut last year. Witch Hunter: Dark
Providence is based on the latest Paradigm Concepts campaign system, set in
a gothic horror version of 1600’s Earth.
Fellowship of the White Star will also be making a second appearance at
Dragon*Con. This campaign is set in 1910’s Earth, with a similar gothic feel,
based on a variation of the d20 game system.
Dave Arneson’s Blackmoor will include the purview of Campaign Gaming.
We are expecting an even bigger and better offering from DAB than in
year’s past, and that’s saying a lot. As usual, we will have a premiere event or
two, along with an extensive list of previously released events with a judge
staff able to run any and all the events as necessary to accommodate each
Miniatures Gaming
and every player.

Legend of the Shining Jewel will be making a return appearance this year,
and the campaign staff is hoping to build on a very good reception last
year. Based on the d20 rules and set in a world of their own creation, LSJ is
growing in popularity around the country.
We also have two campaigns making their premiere at this year’s
Dragon*Con. The first is Heroes of Rokugan, based on the incredibly
popular Legend of the Five Rings game system by AEG. We will have two
premiere events as well as an additional event or two to offer. The other
event is Star Legends, and is based on the d20 game system and set in the
26th century space.
All of this adds up to the largest variety of events that Campaign Gaming
Role Play Gaming has ever been able to offer. We are very excited about all of the returning
staple campaign events, as well as the new offerings that we have every
expectation will become yearly staples in the future.
Roleplaying
Dragon*Con will be offering a wide selection of
Role Playing Games from a variety of game systems
including new systems run by their developers. A
sample of systems we have so far: Stargate, D20
modern, Savage Worlds, Serenity, World of Warcraft,
and D&D.
The Cheese Grinder returns! This year they are
shaking things up, changing the format, and bringing
a new challenge for the players, Team Cheese!
Role Play Gaming
2007 Gaming

EXHIBIT HALL & DEALERS ROOMS
Dragon*Con 2008 presents its Dealers Room and Exhibit
Hall at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis. Over a hundred Dealers
and Exhibitors offer a huge assortment of hardbound and
paperback books, games and accessories, Bronze, Silver,
and Golden Age comics, original crafts, costumes, medieval
August 30-September 1, 2008 * Atlanta, Georgia arms and artifacts, posters, models, collectible toys,
celebrity photos, animation cells, and imported Japanese
animation tapes and merchandise. The result is one of the
Atlanta Hyatt Regency, Marriott Marquis,
largest and most diverse dealer’s rooms on Earth.
Atlanta Hilton, and Sheraton Atlanta Hotel
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS
Dragon*Con is a star studded event with something for absolutely 2008 HIGHLIGHTS Our host hotels have expanded to include FOUR hotels;
the Hyatt Regency Atlanta, Atlanta Marriott Marquis,
everyone, including our annual Dragon*Con Parade, Masquerade, All Program Activities, Events and Convention Atlanta Hilton, and Sheraton Atlanta Hotel. Art Show,
Costuming Contest, Cosplay Contest, Dawn Look-Alike Contest, Miss Registration in the Hyatt/Marriott/Hilton Concerts and Dances, Convention Hospitality suites,
Klingon Empire Beauty Pageant, Live Bands and DJs, huge Dealers/ Complex! And new this year, we’ve added the Video & Computer Rooms, Parties, and most Fan
Sheraton Atlanta Hotel!
Exhibitors Halls, Comic Artists Alley, Art Show and Exhibits, Tracks will be located in the Hyatt. The Atlanta Marriott
Independent Short Film Festival, Triple X-treme Wrestling, Over 35 Simultaneous Programming Tracks Marquis will host our Dealers Room, Exhibitor Hall,
The South’s Largest Costuming Contest Autograph Sessions, Fan Tables, and stars’ Walk
Walk-of-Fame, over 35 Fan Tracks making up over 3500 hours of
11th Annual $1,000 Dawn Look Alike Contest! of Fame. The Atlanta Hilton will feature our
programming, and hundreds of Guests, LARPS, and Tournament and Open Gaming,
including: 9th Annual Classic Comic Art Exhibition and additional Fan Track rooms. While the
Comic Book Quick Sketch Competition Sheraton Atlanta Hotel will host some of our
Sean Astin Hundreds of RPG, Board, Card, Miniature, larger events, special event programming, and
Adam Baldwin and Computer Gaming Events, and Multiple some of our late night parties!
LARPs
Eric Basaldua Live Concerts, Dances, and DJs until 6:00 AM
Rooms at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta, Atlanta
Marriott Marquis, Atlanta Hilton, and Sheraton
Larry Elmore Guest of Honor Banquet and Awards Atlanta Hotel are now sold out.
Robert Englund Ceremony
22nd Annual Dragon*Con Independent Short There is still room available at our
Shane Glines Film Festival many fine overflow hotels, including the
Baymont Suites (rates starting at $95/
Laurell K. Hamilton 19th Annual Robot Battles Competition night), Days Inn (rates starting at $95/night), the Glenn
Jason Hawes 10th Annual Miss Klingon Empire Beauty Hotel (rates starting at $132/night), Holiday Inn (rates
Pageant starting at $109/night), Wyndham Hotel (rates starting
Lance Henriksen 7th Annual Dragon*Con Parade at $105/night), and the Westin Peachtree Hotel (rates
James Hong An Evening of Professional Wrestling starting at $182/night).
James Kyson Lee Largest Art Show in Fandom Dragon*Con will be running complimentary shuttles
DC*TV Available in All FOUR Host Hotels between all of our four host hotels and our official
Matthew Lewis overflow hotels.
Free Shuttle Service Between All Official
Anne McCaffrey Convention Hotels Be sure to mention that you are with Dragon*Con when
Kathie Olivas reserving your room, otherwise you might be told that
Hayden Panettiere
EVENTS & ACTIVITIES the hotel is sold out or given a higher room rate. For
further details on our overflow hotels, please visit us at
Buzz Parker Over 3500 hours of science fiction, fantasy, gaming, www.dragoncon.org, and click “Overflow Hotels”.
comics and science-related panels, seminars,
Brandt Peters demonstrations, and workshops are schedule over
all four convention days. All programming events are HOW TO CONTACT US
The Amazing Randi
included in your Dragon*Con 2008 Membership. For additional information, call our office Monday-Friday,
Rob Reger 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern Time, at (770) 909-
Fan Tracks with something for everyone, including Sci- 0115 [voice], fax us at (770) 909-0112, or e-mail us at
Steve Rude fi and Fantasy Literature, Star Wars, Star Trek, X Track, dragoncon@dragoncon.org.
George Takei Anne McCaffrey’s Pern, Tolkien’s Middle Earth, Robert
Jordan’s Wheel of Time, as well as an Animation Track, Register online now using PayPal or major credit card at
Harry Turtledove Film Track, Costuming Track, Dark Fantasies, British www.dragoncon.org or download our handy registration
Grant Wilson and American Television, NASA Space and Science, form and mail to: Dragon*Con 2008 Membership, PO
Computer Technology, Writing, Art and Anime & Film Box 16459, Atlanta, GA 30321-0459.
Chelsea Quinn Video Rooms and much more are featured! Brand new
Yarbro this year, we have added fan tracks for Anime/Manga,
4-Day Memberships only $$75
MMORPGs, Horror, Romance Writers, and Skeptics!
For more information, For more on our programming tracks, check the web until July 15, and $90 thereafter!
at: www.dragoncon.org!
visit us today at w w w . D R A G O N C O N . o r g ! Artwork © 2008 Shane Glines. All rights reserved.
visit us at: www.dragoncon.org
For the latest information,
P.O. Box 16459
22nd Edition Progress Report Atlanta, GA August 29-September 1, 2008
U . S . P O S TA G E
ACWORTH, GA
igner
PERMIT #41
t & Des
B U L K R AT E
Pop Ar rst into

Toys Bu Con!
PA I D
*
Dragon ge 26!
o n Pa
Details
Progress Report © 2008 Dragon*Con. Deville’s Pad © 2008 Derek Yaniger. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

2008 Dragon Con Progress Report

Încărcat de

Informații document

Titlu original

Drepturi de autor

Formate disponibile

Partajați acest document

Partajați sau inserați document

Opțiuni de partajare

Vi se pare util acest document?

Este necorespunzător acest conținut?

Drepturi de autor:

Formate disponibile

2008 Dragon Con Progress Report

Încărcat de

Drepturi de autor:

Formate disponibile

visit us at: www.dragoncon.

Pop Ar rst into

Live Band Performance

2 Dragon*Con Progress Report V August 29-September 1, 2008

Visit us at www.dragoncon.org for the latest information! 3

4 Dragon*Con Progress Report V August 29-September 1, 2008

Visit us at www.dragoncon.org for the latest information! 5

6 Dragon*Con Progress Report V August 29-September 1, 2008

Visit us at www.dragoncon.org for the latest information! 7

8 Dragon*Con Progress Report V August 29-September 1, 2008

Visit us at www.dragoncon.org for the latest information! 9

10 Dragon*Con Progress Report V August 29-September 1, 2008

James Kyson Lee

Visit us at www.dragoncon.org for the latest information! 11

Gareth David Lloyd

12 Dragon*Con Progress Report V August 29-September 1, 2008

Visit us at www.dragoncon.org for the latest information! 13

Jody Lynn Nye

14 Dragon*Con Progress Report V August 29-September 1, 2008

Hayden Panettiere—Progress Report Exclusive!

Visit us at www.dragoncon.org for the latest information! 15

16 Dragon*Con Progress Report V August 29-September 1, 2008

Visit us at www.dragoncon.org for the latest information! 17

Dr. Michael Shermer

18 Dragon*Con Progress Report V August 29-September 1, 2008

Visit us at www.dragoncon.org for the latest information! 19

20 Dragon*Con Progress Report V August 29-September 1, 2008

Chelsea Quinn Yarbro

Discounts all through Dragon*Con.

Visit us at www.dragoncon.org for the latest information! 21

VV Pete Abrams VV Larry D. Curtis

22 Dragon*Con Progress Report V August 29-September 1, 2008

Visit us at www.dragoncon.org for the latest information! 23

American Sci-fi Media

Kingdom Hearts Cosplayer

24 Dragon*Con Progress Report V August 29-September 1, 2008

Anne McCaffrey’s Pern Warner Brothers Monster

Art Show Forums and Workshops

Visit us at www.dragoncon.org for the latest information! 25

Comics and Pop Art

26 Dragon*Con Progress Report V August 29-September 1, 2008

Dark Fantasy (Goth/Horror/Paranormal Romance)

Vampire Costume Leave the shadows behind...and embrace the

Electronic Frontiers Forum

South Park Costumers

Visit us at www.dragoncon.org for the latest information! 27

2007 Live Performance

Independent Film Track

28 Dragon*Con Progress Report V August 29-September 1, 2008

WoW Nightelf Costume

Silk Road: Asian Cinema and Culture

Skeptics Track (NEW!)

30 Dragon*Con Progress Report V August 29-September 1, 2008

Star Gate: Offworld Fandom

-Fan Track Listings Continue on page 36.-

Hotel Single/ Triple Quad Suite/Club

Marriot Marquis Be sure to mention you are with Dragon*Con

Visit us at www.dragoncon.org for the latest information! 33

Hotel Phone Single Double Triple Quad

* NOTE: Early Departure Fee: $75

Courtesy Buses/Location Map

34 Dragon*Con Progress Report V August 29-September 1, 2008

Star Wars: Matters of the Force

Legynds LARP at DragonCon at DragonCon 2008