Denver Comic Con - The Shae Experience

Written By: Shae

Just in it's second year, Denver Comic Con's number of attendance alone was not only amazing but sensational. The amount of love that people showed Denver's very own Comic Con says something about our Mile High city. The costumes, the energy, the happiness that went around over the last three days was not just admirable, but astonishing. A adamant con goer myself, I'm here to give my perspective on the Con.

Now, when you go to enough conventions, you tend to run into the same people. There's often an abundance of conversation, alcohol, and shared interests that you build a lasting friendship with. More than just friends, though, these people become like a second family. No judgement, no hate, just love and the occasional fun bantering over who was the best companion to the Doctor. These people often throw the best room parties, will share a drink with just about anyone, and are always fun to be around. Meeting up with the Con family is easily best thing about con.

It is only slightly out shined by the meeting of beloved guests. This year had many an amazing guest to offer. For me, meeting George Takei and his husband, Brad Altman, was the highlight of my entire weekend. My Betsy and I had the honor of getting to talk to Brad while George took a break from autographs. An experience I will never forget. Both were so nice and amazing, it was a true honor to meet them both.

Wil Wheaton, my bestie, and I got to discuss who the best companion to the Doctor was. Thankfully he agree's with me that Martha Jones was the best. And Dee Bradley Baker talked as Klaus from American Dad as he did our autographs. It was a truly amazing experience.

The panel's were enthralling and exciting and to hea the Star's speak is perhaps one of the funnest things you can do, aside from meet them. The stories they share, the personal tales, it's all such an amazement. William Shatner reading to the children was not only memorable, but an absolute treat for everyone.  

The only downside to DCC was the fact that it had to end. I can't speak for everyone, but I know I definitely have PCDD (Post Con Depression Disorder.) and it's hard to know that it's another year before DCC can happen again. 

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