I'm sorry to everyone I met at New York Comic Con...

Summary

In this candid recount of their New York Comic-Con experience, a YouTuber reflects on the challenges of attending the event with a broken toe, the chaos of poorly organized meet-and-greets, and a painful wasp sting. Despite these setbacks, they share memorable moments of connecting with fans, meeting iconic voice actors like Billy West, and fellow creators. The video highlights the ups and downs of conventions, the joy of interacting with dedicated followers, and the creator’s gratitude for ongoing support. Fans can also look forward to an upcoming game trailer release and new comic book developments.

Takeaways

• 😀 The speaker broke their toe before attending New York ComicCon, but managed to go after receiving confirmation from an orthopedic surgeon that it was safe to walk on.
• 😀 ComicCon was a nostalgic and enjoyable experience for the speaker, as they hadn’t attended a convention in four years.
• 😀 The speaker expressed gratitude to their comic book collaborators, mentioning Sophie, Susie, Megan, Alejandro, and James, who all contribute significantly to the project.
• 😀 There were some logistical issues at ComicCon, including poor organization around wristbands for the signing and crowded booths, which led to some fans not being able to meet the speaker.
• 😀 Despite the difficulties with meet-and-greet logistics, the speaker enjoyed interacting with fans and appreciated the opportunity to do panels and signings.
• 😀 The speaker criticized other conventions where meet-and-greet charges are high, stating that they prefer not to charge fans extra money for meet-and-greets, as entry fees are already costly.
• 😀 A positive highlight was meeting voice actor Billy West, who voiced characters in *Futurama*, as well as actors from the *Star Wars* Jedi games, Cameron Monahan and other notable industry professionals.
• 😀 The speaker also met actors like Roger Clark (Javier from *Red Dead Redemption 2*) and other stars like Bruce Campbell, enjoying some personal interactions with them.
• 😀 While dealing with their broken toe, the speaker encountered a wasp sting that caused their eye to swell up, further complicating their experience at the convention.
• 😀 Overall, the speaker had mixed feelings about the trip, enjoying the opportunity to meet fans and industry peers but dealing with physical and logistical challenges that made it a somewhat stressful experience.

Q & A

What was the main issue that the speaker faced before attending ComicCon?

The speaker broke their toe just before attending ComicCon, which initially made them worry about whether they'd be able to go. However, after seeing an orthopedic surgeon, they were advised that they could still walk around, which allowed them to attend the convention.

How did the speaker feel about their experience at the ComicCon meet and greet?

The speaker felt conflicted about the meet and greet. While they enjoyed meeting fans, they felt bad that not everyone who wanted to meet them could due to issues with the convention’s organization, such as wristband confusion and limited time for photos.

What was the issue with the ComicCon organization that the speaker highlighted?

The speaker pointed out that ComicCon failed to properly accommodate the crowd for the meet and greet. They didn't anticipate the large turnout for a YouTuber, and as a result, there was confusion about wristbands and insufficient space, which led to the speaker being rushed during the meet and greet.

How did the speaker react to meeting other notable creators at the event?

The speaker was starstruck and excited to meet well-known creators like Billy West from *Futurama* and Cameron Monaghan from *Star Wars*. They expressed admiration for these figures, particularly West's voice acting, but also felt a bit of impostor syndrome when meeting them.

What were the speaker’s thoughts on charging fans for meet and greets?

The speaker was strongly against charging for meet and greets. They felt that since fans already paid for entry to the convention and incurred travel expenses, it was unfair to add an extra fee for a simple photo or signing. They also disliked the idea of charging high prices, seeing it as gross.

What unexpected mishap occurred while the speaker was in New York during the convention?

The speaker was stung by a wasp while at a food cart in Central Park, which triggered their irrational fear of bees and wasps. They experienced pain and swelling around the eye, but managed the situation with antihistamines and ice until the swelling subsided.

How did the speaker handle the physical discomfort of their broken toe and wasp sting while attending ComicCon?

Despite the pain from their broken toe and the discomfort caused by the wasp sting, the speaker continued to attend the convention and take part in activities like panels and signings. They mentioned feeling somewhat out of it due to the headache caused by the wasp sting.

What was the speaker’s experience like with their panels at ComicCon?

The speaker enjoyed doing the panels, although they still feel unsure about meet and greets. They appreciated the chance to engage with fans and discuss their projects, like the comic book and a game trailer, but also mentioned the energy drop after long sessions.

What were some positive moments from the speaker’s ComicCon experience?

Positive moments included meeting fellow creators, interacting with fans, and having meaningful conversations with individuals like Billy West. The speaker also enjoyed seeing how many people were still interested in their comic books and projects, despite the challenges.

How did the speaker’s trip to New York evolve after the initial setbacks?

After the initial setbacks of their broken toe and wasp sting, the speaker was able to make the most of the trip. They visited the Natural History Museum, walked around Central Park, and had positive interactions at the convention, despite the challenges faced.