Beginners guide to Comic Con | Best Day Bag Gear!

[@treyjones1880]

I gotta say I love the humor/B-roll you included in this video. Great work!

[@GeekExplorers]

I’m always unsure how well my attempts at humour will translate so that’s great to hear! Thank you for the feed back appreciated!

[@coshheraexe7308]

As a cosplayer i always bring some makeup for retouches (concealer, lipgloss, eyeliner and makeup wipes usually) as well as a hairbrush. If i have a wig that is super delicately styled ill bring some hairspray but make sure youre doing that outside to be mindful to other con-goers! Other hygeine stuff i bring is deodorant and pads/tampons (i always bring them even if im not currently needing them bc you never know when a friend might!) And because im autistic i bring some ear plugs in case i get sensory overload so i can go sit somewhere quiet and refresh before going back into the con :]

[@coshheraexe7308]

When i was younger i used to bring a small digital camera with me for cosplay pics but now my phone camera is easily capable of taking good quality photos so i dont bother with that anymore and i also used to take my 3ds for streetpass but honestly i havent done that in years now and i doubt youd get any on there anyway now lol

[@GeekExplorers]

These are great tips, due to my very short flowing main of hair I tend to neglect hair products 😂 Thank you.

[@GeekExplorers]

Same I held out with my digital camera for ages but it’s been consigned to the digital grave yard with my poor 3DS, good memories, sad times! 😭😂

[@HowToGameDifferently]

Fantastic tips! I think you could use these tips for most things (hiking & travelling). That culturally draw bit was very funny. Looking forward to seeing your not convention!

[@GeekExplorers]

Yeah originally I used this bag just for conventions but the stuff in it is so useful I basically use it all the time! 😂 Thanks for the kind words, really appreciated! I’m next off to LFCC just for Friday!

[@kcqcumber]

Thank you for the tips! This was exactly what I was looking for :)

[@GeekExplorers]

Ah awesome, glad to hear it was useful for you. Have fun if you’re going to a convention. Cheers!

[@OllyCDrums]

I was looking for some advice about what to take to the upcoming London Comic Con this weekend. Didn't expect to stumble onto some gold dust! Great video, exactly what I was looking for. Love the B-roll, shows a personal touch.

[@GeekExplorers]

Glad it’s been useful, thanks for the great feedback, hope you have an awesome time at MCM!

[@OllyCDrums]

@@GeekExplorers Thank you, I appreciate it!

[@s-wo8781]

I don't know laying in one of the hammocks at Magfest while playing your Switch is so good I've heard.

[@GeekExplorers]

@@s-wo8781 I don’t know Magfest but relaxing in a hammock playing Switch sounds like a good time!

[@hellenharryinthenetherland8655]

Thank you for the dedicated video. 😊

[@GeekExplorers]

No worries, hope it’s helpful for you! Cheers 😀

[@welcometothenhk]

Excellent video. I love that you emphasized having a good attitude and being helpful. It's super important at cons and a great way to make friends there.

[@GeekExplorers]

Thank you, yeah definitely important to put positivity out there, it makes the Con more fun for everyone! Cheers!

[@2pacEEz]

I might be going to comic-con this year and so this might help me in the long run if i do! Thank you :3 I might come back to say if i do or not go to comic con

[@GeekExplorers]

That’s good to hear, always happy to help if I can so let me know if there’s any advice you need an I’ll do my best to answer! Hope you have a good one!

[@alexclinch5589]

Love comic con. Great tips!

[@GeekExplorers]

Cheers, thank you!

[@badgerdoesstufff]

This was exactly what I was looking for tyyysssmmmm 🙏

[@GeekExplorers]

Awesome, great to hear it’s been helpful! Have a good one!

[@kevobree]

Thank you it help 👍

[@GeekExplorers]

Wow, that’s awesome to hear, glad to hear it was helpful, hope you had a great time!

[@codyaust7876]

Okay so what if the comic con out here says that I can't bring large bags, backpacks, food or drinks. Just a bag that's 12×5×12??

[@GeekExplorers]

Arghh what an outrage, that seems astonishingly out of order!! What convention is that? Are there water stations inside? I’d take a small messenger bag, an empty water bottle and a tote that folds up small. Aside from starting a campaign to get them to reconsider there’s not much you can do if you still want to attend.

[@maz2850]

Great video!

[@GeekExplorers]

Thank you!

[@AdiR9234]

0:54 where is that naruto art?

[@GeekExplorers]

It’s in Digbeth in Birmingham UK, there’s a big street art scene around there, I’ve done a video about the street art a while ago, kzbin.info/www/bejne/hHm1kpqfZ7aoa68 Cheers!

[@AdiR9234]

@@GeekExplorersThank you!

[@samantony7039]

Hello mate,really great video with great advice.it can be pretty daunting for someone,I had really bad anxiety when I started to go and was by myself.Anyway,I’ll be at the LFCC this weekend cosplaying as the Mando- Colonial Marine crossover, i’ll say hello if you’re there.Cheers.

[@GeekExplorers]

Hey, yes can be a bit intimidating heading to a Con on your own. I’ll be in London on my own do will be glad to see a friendly face. Only there for Friday so hopefully catch you then! Thanks for watching!

[@potatosenpai7782]

As a woman I bring lady items never know when someone needs one

[@GeekExplorers]

Ah good point, didn’t really think of that, thanks for the idea, nice one!

[@thepixsans764]

i have a question, i already buy comic con badge, when it arrive to my house approximately?

[@GeekExplorers]

It depends on the Convention for MCM London recently I ordered about 6 month in advance and it arrived a couple of weeks before. Presumably it will say on the relevant Convention website maybe in the frequently asked questions section.

[@BEACHLIFE78]

Great tips bud , are you going to Lfcc this weekend ? gonna be amazing 🙂👍

[@GeekExplorers]

Just on Friday, really looking forward to it, what days are you going? Thanks for watching!

[@BEACHLIFE78]

@@GeekExplorers Im going the saturday cant wait , look forward to your vlog 🙂👍

[@GeekExplorers]

Hope you have a great time, will look out for your Vlog also, cheers!

[@The_Savvy_Satyr]

I would add bandaids......a blister on your foot from ill fitting shoes can make you have a bad day

[@GeekExplorers]

Good shout, thanks for sharing, Cheers!

[@sovereignblastoise6767]

Hey, so im going to the one in Indiana in march with some buddies for the first time. I'm a little nervous since ive never been on a plane before. Going for three days not really sure if a bag or a suite case would be more efficient. Ill probably buy some pokemon cards, anime figure potentially, funko pops, comics and art work not sure if itll be more convenient for me to just mail everything home though btw just subbed. EDIT im going to visit the voice actor of uncle iroh should i bring my own funko pop for him to sign or would they have themed items of him at the stand??

[@GeekExplorers]

When I go to MCM London I’m there from the Thursday to the Sunday evening as the Con runs Friday to Sunday. I just take a big backpack but pack super light, clothes I travel in plus underwear for each additional day, alternate T shirts and a wash kit. My wash kits pretty compact as I’m happy using the hotel soap etc. I take a backpack as I spend the Thursday checking out London my the mobility of a backpack is really useful. If I was heading straight to the Con it wouldn’t make to much difference between a backpack and a small wheelie suitcase. On the return I’ve normally my backpack plus my tote back full of purchases. When I went to Retro Con in Philadelphia I was there for 10 days and took just carry on luggage which was plenty. As far as the Funko for signing goes I’d double check on the website to see if there’s any restrictions or you could drop them an email. It won’t hurt to take it with you the worst case scenario is he’ll only sign the provided items, ie photos or posters, occasionally I’ve heard of actors charging extra to sign toys and collectibles. Flyings fun, so you don’t need to be worried, have a great time and thank you for subbing, cheers!

[@sovereignblastoise6767]

@@GeekExplorers thanks so much!! You definitely put me at ease I'm really excited to go!

[@GeekExplorers]

Awesome, hope you have a great time, cheers!

[@sovereignblastoise6767]

@@GeekExplorers tysm!!

[@e-buns]

If you're going to a summer con or wearing heavy cosplay, I recommend deodorant and travel spray/perfume. This way you don't have to worry about being smelly. 👍

[@GeekExplorers]

Some conventions are so hot it’s probably useful even if you’re not cosplaying! Cheers for the suggestion!

[@quintin381]

😄 promosm

[@GeekExplorers]

Hi, thanks for watching!

[@youraveragepasser-by7367]

Great video!

[@GeekExplorers]

Thank you, hope you found it useful, cheers!