I Waited 5 Hours To Meet FIGMENT - DIStory Dan

IT FINALLY HAPPENED. FIGMENT IS BACK. And I am here for it! From the announcement of Figment's EPCOT return at D23 last year, to his debut at the Imagination Pavilion today, I have been there to bring you the news. Dreamfinder Dan. King of Figment.
#EPCOT #Costume #DisneyWorld
ALL MY LINKS - www.TheDisneyDa...
*Patreon - / disneydan
*Subscribe - / @distorydan
Edited by ‪@pleasestopvlogging‬
Follow, Like & Subscribe on:
*Twitter - / disneydan
*Disney Dan Facebook - / distorydan
*Instagram - / thedisneydan
*Character Resources thanks to great blogs like Character Central, Kenny The Pirate, and more.

[@Fayefaye013]

As a cosplayer, the fact he's only meeting for 10 minutes at a time must mean this costume is a torture device.

[@ocalicreek]

You know what costume was NOT a torture device? Dreamfinder. Let's make everyone happy and bring him back.

[@BHStudios01]

I did fursuiting for about two years, and even in just a PARTIAL, I couldn’t handle having the head on for more than 10 minutes at a time. If I suited at a convention, I would find the cosplay lounge or headless lounge right off the bat. If I was at a non-convention event, I tried to find a safe place to take the head off so I could cool down and HYDRATE, because holy heff, those heads get HOT very very VERY QUICKLY. And I’d imagine top heavy costumes like Figments have to add extra strain on the actors shoulders, neck, and back, combined with the heat and humidity. Heat migraines are very much a thing. A very DANGEROUS thing.

[@MsTinkerbelle87]

@@ocalicreekisn’t kinda funny how he looks like Dan lol

[@raynacarraway440]

The sheer amount of love Figment gets is so fascinating to me as a West Coast native who'd never even heard of him until a few years ago (especially with the popcorn bucket fiasco of 2022 haha), but it's cool that he was brought back and I'm happy for everyone there that was super excited to see him again! He clearly means a lot to so many, and I love when characters are able to do that for people. That being said, the line is absolute insanity so fingers crossed it won't be as long in the future 😅

[@ParkMind]

The crazy thing is that they cut off the line at 5 hours

[@darkstrifequeen1458]

I’ve noticed that figment is a little more popular than Mickey, but then again, that’s an understatement. But all that aside, I’ve always loved figment!

[@mollymcdade4031]

As a Brit, can confirm it’s even more baffling an ocean away

[@clarktooncrossing3975]

His Popcorn Bucket sold like crazy and the line to meet him was longer than most of the rides in the park. That’s the power of Figment for ya, folks. That said, HOLY CRAP THAT COSTUME IS MAGNIFICENT!!

[@CameronJP]

His popcorn buckets sold even crazier cause of the resell value.

[@clarktooncrossing3975]

@@CameronJP EXACTLY! Peeps love this little purple dragon! Heck, if I could book a flight down to Florida I would just so I could give this guy a hug!

[@MollyFox-gs3sl]

"there's no profit to be made here, there's only love and imagination to be had" Disney would never

[@WWChampion16]

It would have been something if they surprised everybody if Dreamfinder showed up unannounced to greet guests along with Figment that day.

[@evie2411]

I'm going to Disney with my parents for the first time in 17 years this November, and Figment was a huge part of my childhood visits! I'm so glad to see him get the love he deserves!

[@Cam4Cameron]

If Disney did this story RIGHT (read: The comics and Dreamcatcher lore) they could create a HUGE franchise. They seem to struggle adapting attractions to films, but I think Figment is like Mickey, in that his origins are not well-known, but he's a beloved character people wait in Duffy lines to greet. Seems ripe for a film.

[@olgagachaphoenix9130]

The pure happiness when Dan Finally got to hug Figment. Im so proud of you both :D

[@AlolaMaskedYT]

6:56 Whoo! The crowd was so HYPED UP and I LOVE IT! We were all so happy to see Figment getting the attention he DESERVES!

[@GundamDragonLord]

The sheer amount of love Dan has for Figment is 100% wholesome. I love every second of it.

[@DuchessRococoPuff]

I didn’t even know the Dream Port Tunnel lights still worked! Neat to see them on again for this very special occasion. 💜

[@sparkygillypie1234]

Can’t believe it took them so long for him to return!

[@JeremyHidalgo-gg3is]

I wish is Oswald the lucky rabbit come black 😔

[@sparkygillypie1234]

@@JeremyHidalgo-gg3is He is a walkaround :) just not at WDW, he’s at DCA, Paris, Hong Kong, and Tokyo (Rarely)

[@trickshot_katebishop7612]

Dan being so happy to see figment is AMAZING 🤩

[@Yensid951927]

Love the recent resurgence of Figment's popularity in recent years, spurred on no doubt from the emphasis on classic EPCOT nostalgia and videos from you (Dan), Defunctland, and Expedition Theme Park covering the original attraction. As a lover of dragons since my youth, he was always an enigma as Imagination was the only ride in Epcot I didn't get to ride when I was young and was sure that it would be at the top of my list to ride when I went back last year. He's childlike, he's cartooney, he's magic, he's purple (my favorite color).

[@lateramae]

Props to the cast members that helped out with Figment's first day back in Epcot. Those lines looked mighty long!

[@carolinarailfanproductions]

Now all that’s left is a little bit of imagineering for the imagination pavilion and the grand return of the iconic dreamfinder.

[@AlolaMaskedYT]

Whooo! Figment!!! I’ll bet he was glad to see you! As he might’ve even KNOWN about you!

[@meganwilson8601]

As a person who’s worked customer service, that poor cast member at the ride queue who responded to it being crazy outside with an emphatic “Yeah.” Man, I felt that in my soul, buddy.

[@OneSparkSpeedstorm]

I saw you in someone's stream, and hearing you scream with joy was hilarious and amazing! So happy you got to meet your hero!

[@Da-vid-content]

The tourists that day: why are people waiting four hours for this dragon The figment fan: well it’s called a mascot cult

[@MarKreationsStudios]

Seeing Dan so genuinely hyped for Figment is so wholesome 😊

[@shayerahol6434]

I love how happy Dan is when he got to hug Figment it made me smile

[@SebastianTheCrab]

Thanks for bringing us along. I’ll be there later this week. I am not sure how long I’m willing to wait but excited just to see him. So happy that you were there.

[@whatdoyousuppose]

I met Figment back in 2008, I remember not knowing who he was but being fascinated by the idea of a character that’s just original to one of the Parks. He didn’t have a long line or big hype, I didn’t see a ton of merch either, he was just there and we could walk out without waiting. My younger sister absolutely hated him bc she didn’t know who he was, and she thought he was “lazy” because he didn’t sign autographs but had a stamp instead of using a pen - she still resents him to this day and I like to send her Figment news about how much people love him now and she gets livid about it 😂 I’m happy he’s getting lots of love lately 💜

[@ratbones620]

Haha this is why I love the figment fandom. Epcot people are my favorite niche of Disney fans by far (but maybe I’m a little biased)

[@FunTimesRoyMaxStella]

It was an amazing meet and greet experience! You captured it perfectly! So cool

[@ParkMind]

I knew this video was coming. Outside for his love of the character I could here Dan in half of the videos online

[@emmybm15]

Dan truly is the Number 1 Figment Fan 💜💛 So happy you could meet him ❤ He looks great ❤

[@Vader93]

Being the next person in line when he goes on lunch break has got to be brutal

[@allygator651]

Love the full circle from being featured at D23 to finally meeting Figment!! So happy for you!

[@TheAdventuresofMoey]

We were directly right behind you in line. I had to add and check out your channel. Enjoying all your content. Great video!

[@miwallbank]

i was waiting for your video and it it brought me so much joy seeing how genuinely happy you were!

[@Becca_TheWorm]

The amount of will power people have to do this. I would be passed out

[@sasamichan]

If you go to Disney enough you will inevitably "Just happen to be at" every important moment

[@pincessshannon]

That 5 hour line was BRUTAL, I got such a bad sunburn 🥲 happy I got to eventually meet Figment

[@julianalicciardi]

i wish his proportions were a little bit better, but overall this is such a great and necessary addition to epcot! fixing the ride next?… maybe…

[@tedioustotoro4885]

It says a lot that the Figment meet and greet had a 5 hour queue while the ride had a 5 minute queue

[@aidenayers2486]

I love how Dan said FIGMENT his arms were like he was turning super Dan mode

[@maxordman4100]

Truly amazing! Figment is such an incredible character and it was a real shame that he was retired for so long but now he’s back! Wow Dan this was obviously one of your very best days at Epcot I’m sure. You look just like a big kid again meeting your friend Figment up there! It makes me so happy. I hope I get to go back to Epcot again someday and see him myself. Your channel is always a wonderful place to visit!

[@Genieruler6348]

I’m happy for you Dan figment looks so Awesome and you are awesome

[@coasters_bgw]

Aww u should have worn your Dreamfinder costume

[@MicheleKlinger]

Dan meeting Figment is the mood boost we needed today

[@stuffingtonjfluffypantsiii]

Awwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww. Warmed my heart to see all the Figment hype and especially when Dan hugged Figment.

[@Aftermath779]

I have a feeling that with all the love that Figment is having, I feel like the Dreamfinder might be coming back as well.

[@DaddyOfTheSugarVariety]

Disney Dan, your endurance is truly god like. There are no celebs or characters that would compel me to do what you do. I'm so grateful that you fulfill my fantasies. ❤

[@candycemonroe7345]

I can't believe you didn't get a "fast pass" considering you were in on the announcement!! 📣

[@Xtremeinfla2008]

So glad Figment is finally back!

[@DrRiverWho]

Meeting you and figment on the same day was just magical.

[@SirAbyss]

I would NEVER have the patience to wait 5+ hours to take a photo with a sweaty guy in a costume. I mean, I know people who would, but I wouldn't.

[@ArcadeHunters]

Now picture how long the lines would be if they had a ride that was worth going on. Really shocked they don’t land a sponsor

[@MiladyMacabre]

Love this so much! And your enthusiasm, as always, made it even better! I can't wait for your deep dive into Figment in the parks. I have a friend who used to be one of the meet and greet wandering Dreamfinders. So much fun!

[@DaddyOfTheSugarVariety]

Disney Dan's energy is infectious.

[@TL_oS]

Love the Twin Peaks theme in there, Kenny☕️🍩🍒🥧🦉🌽🔥🌲🌲👍💙🌹 This was so much fun, thank you🥂😺🌸

[@NathanSpies]

I was kinda hoping they would bring back the older costume from the 2000s. Maybe that costume doesn’t exist anymore or it’s falling apart so that’s why they did a new one.

[@daniexists6]

It was said in the video that the original costume was genuinely hazardous to the cast members wearing it, so the change is certainly welcomed.

[@kylekeller3398]

I'm so happy that you finally got to meet Figment, Dan! I can't wait to meet Figment at Epcot next year!

[@TomStoup]

HA, I saw someone else’s post about this m&g yesterday… and I could have SWORN I heard your excited voice. Guess I heard right!

[@ginahorner7195]

The screams of glee at the top are filling my serotonin bucket 🌈

[@looneytoastywolf]

Sooo cool. I didn't even know this was his return!! I absolutely loooove figment another fav besides stitch!

[@pdeady3709]

If theyre looking out of the red stripe i cannot imagine how that performers neck is craned at all times. No wonder they had to keep taking breaks

[@ElyseExplosion]

I teared up a little seeing you finally meet the best lil dragon!!

[@wolfstriker9619]

Everyone was actually excited for this meet and greet

[@MaryS2022]

This is great! I love that you got to meet Figment and that he was worth the wait.

[@LevelUpKorean]

You are like the Dreamfinder found a new human host, haha. I kinda love that idea. 😊

[@AlissaWithAnEye]

Anyone else start singing “NO CLOUDS ALLOWED IN THE SKY” at 7:53 😂

[@Charizard_1999]

🎶And that SWEET SWEET VICTORY YEEEEAH🎶 I'm a BIIIIIG fan of Figment❤

[@ReturnOf2008]

They should have retheme the entrance tunnel back to the OG rainbow tunnel in the imagination pavilion. Feels kind of lazy that they just left the Wreck It Ralph internet link tunnel

[@Dontmakemerun]

If the eyeline is in the red band on his sweater, that head piece is a heavy helmet. That maybe why they have to take breaks more often. It also looks kinda thin, like there is no room for cooling but I don't know...only Disney knows, but kudos to more breaks for cast members.

[@Sailor1088]

Im screaming. I litterally tagged you in an instagram post yesterday. didnt realize you were already there. AHHH!

[@AliFinNoble]

Did you borrow Jen Trackers hat? 😅 I knew that ceiling looked familiar in the vlog. 😂😉

[@AshleyGaver]

I had the same reaction when I saw Figment this year at Epcot😄

[@TheDarkThunder]

I felt that way when Toys R Us came back and Geoffrey appeared.

[@CoaTravelNut]

Welcome Home Figment!

[@katherineslattery4092]

We just missed you! We went in the 14th! We did the ride and saw Figment come out of the Dreamport, but we couldn’t wait in the long line to get our picture with him.

[@shauniegirl5598]

So amazingly cool.... best thing ever

[@theprodigiousspiderstarTM]

I hope to meet Figment next time i go. I Adore the costume, very simple but perfect, he looks absolutely fun! Cant wait and Welcome Back Figment.. We have missed you

[@TheaArtsFox]

i barely knew about this little fella, until I played the Disney Speedstorm game, and I inmediately got charmed by this joyful and playful dragon, then i started look for lore and stuff, to end up really liking him. so interesting background :)

[@DisneyMorgan]

the beginning of this had me crying immediately

[@emily91303]

I’ve waited 52 weeks for this dragon 🐉 to meet and greet guests at Epcot!

[@sakuranokunoichi]

Great energy from Dan, the fans, and Kenny's notes.

[@hayleywaalen2612]

Figment has finally came to you! What a happy day!

[@lucaleiva6021]

It’s 9/11 day😊

[@animehero20]

We love figment!!!

[@jcoop4]

4:26 hey that was me! I made it into a Disney Dan video! That was a fun day. :)

[@VannevarB2]

The brief snippet of Twin Peaks theme music 👏

[@gracekim25]

Yay the great dragon is here!❤

[@TramiNguyen-oi3kp]

I love this character!

[@pjshearn2000]

“i’ve never felt more insane than i do right now” biiiiig mood

[@courtneyoreilly5913]

I just got back from Florida and the last park I went to was Epcot. The last ride I went on was Remy's Ratatouille Adventure. And before me and my mom got in our seats, and the guy that basically tells you which seat yoy get in noticed the Figment plush I got after riding Journey Into Imagination with Figment. He was also a mega fan 😄 he was nice

[@garrettcarter5622]

Disney: We will give you the bare minimum and you will LIKE IT.

[@Darramations]

always fun when dan uploads

[@DotMatrix-MLP]

I swear they should have figment as a walk-around character at DisneyLand.

[@ramsetthedragon8626]

I've heard that there's a movie about Figment the Dragon produced by Seth Rogen with Rob McElhenney being the director of the movie. So far we haven't heard anything about it since 2022.

[@SpenglerExtreme]

I appreciate the super subtle Elon hate 😂 I agree

[@726berkshire]

Can't wait to see him when I head down in November! ^^

[@Mariano958]

We ❤ you Dan 😊😊😊

[@GhassanTheBomb]

Dan you’re so silly! You wouldn’t have a phone in prison!

[@amydavis8176]

I LOVE that Dan is wearing YELLOW SHOES to WDW 😂

[@ocalicreek]

For this EPCOT Center fan the picture is incomplete without Dreamfinder. Like many I didn't like the Imagination Institute monstrosity of a ride but here's the hot take: I didn't think adding Figment to the revised ride was an improvement, and I really don't see how this is any better. What happened to this company? Creatively bankrupt. Good for you, Dan, for your Dreamfinder cosplay, but Disney didn't get the message, and this display of fan-boy fawning only praises them for getting it wrong again.

[@MsTinkerbelle87]

I have never seen such a love for a mascot hahah 💕 He’s too cute🐉 Figment is for Disney Adults…nostalgia king! Sorry for all the edits hahhaahjjj but hold up I haven’t been there in 10+ years and y’all got a Starbies now? I love your passion for the art of the costumes!

[@brandyjensen128]

I'm glad you got to see him so that I can see him cuz I don't think I'd stand in that line lol

[@BrandonCroker]

Imagination