Nan Desu Kan 2014: Shae's Friday Recap

This year we return to NDK. The first con in Colorado I went to. Having not been to a convention in three years, going to NDK 2005 was not only fun, but a nice reintroduction to the con world. I started out as an anime nerd and have ever since held a special place in my heart for all things anime. My first convention experiences were anime ones, and getting the chance to go back to the world of anime was amazing. NDK was so much fun, and I met some life long friends. Being back here has brought back some great nostalgia.

Last year, Mattie and I got the chance to go and cosplay. Sadly, though I had a broken elbow at the time, so my time here was fun but not as great as it could have been. This year, I am injury free and ready for some great fun. While I've not watched any new anime, I have been caught up in the newest Sailor Moon series, Sailor Moon Crystal. As an homage to my first love; I'll be cosplaying as Sailor Mars. 

Mattie has been working incredibly hard on the costumes and I have gotten the wigs done. We are all set to cosplay. And the best part, it's the 20th anniversary of my favorite anime! Being here is just great. Already I've seen several amazing cosplays, and the con is almost in full swing. The evening brought some great memories already.

First we met up with the great people and old friends that we haven't seen since....a few weekends ago. The stress of getting the costumes done on time was completely worth it once we got here. There's something wonderous about being at the Marriott Denver Tech Center. For me, this is where 90% of my con memories are here. Well, I haven't been able to make it to the dealers room, just yet, but I did get the chance to hit up Artist Alley. 

There is a booth....with dragons. Stuffed dragons you can wear as a cap. Stuffed dragons you can wear as a cap that i need to own. I might have to buy it. Amongst the amazing art, there are many talented venders selling jewelry, purses, and even wings. The Artist Alley is a site to see and the weekend is holding so much promise already. I cannot wait to see what today brings!

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