Oni-Con 2010
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witlash
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Have you ever felt the need to connect with someone but were worried that they'd never understand you? Like an otaku or gaming buddy or fellow j-rocker or cosplaying companion?

At the Otaku/Gamer Speed Dating panel you will be given the opportunity to meet fellow con-goers looking for companionship. Guys and girls of all backgrounds will be sure to participate. This is also a fun and exciting new way to mix and mingle with people who you already know share common interests with you. So if you like meeting people, this should be your thing!

You’ll have to be fast though as you will only have one minute to introduce yourself as well as get to know the person in front of you. But it's your job to arrange some time after the panel to talk more with those who you're interested in!

Rules and Guidelines for Otaku/Gamer Speed Dating:
- Only attendees 18+ will be allowed to participate for legal purposes.
- Attendees 18+ will be ID'd at the door during sign-up, for 20 minutes before the scheduled time of the event.
- All we'll be requiring is proper identification and that is it! You don't need to provide any personal information. That's for you to give to the people you'll be meeting if you so desire!
- Appropriate respect and common courtesy will be held to the strictest regards and any lewd or heinous behavior will lead to immediate removal from the panel.

Post any questions on here and we'll be happy to meet all of you there!

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What day and time?

What day and time?

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this will be on friday at 6

this will be on friday at 6 p.m. in the classroom.

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How well did this work out?

How well did this work out? Unfortunately, I missed said experience not knowing about it. Will it be returning this year (09)

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I was a participant. I

I was a participant. I enjoyed it. Before it officially started, a funny occurrence started happening. All the girls began to group up and all the boys began to group up. I found it amusing as the whole point was to get the two to mingle. When the panel did start, guys sat across from the girls and we spoke for one minute, then the guys moved one seat over.

The only problem I found, was that it was really hard to hear and speak with the person that was directly across from you. There was a very nice turn out, which, when that many people are talking at once, leads to a high volume.

All and all, I enjoyed it. Didn't meet anyone, but we all had common interests - anime and manga. But I will say that I did meet my current boyfriend just out in the lobby. This was at Oni Con 08 and we're still together.

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awe, that's nice. Well,

awe, that's nice. Well, hopefully there will be one this year.

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Interesting

I would love to attend! How long does the Speed Dating last? I have to attend a photoshoot at 7 p.m.

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Hello, I hosted this event

Hello, I hosted this event last year. Please see this topic for a similar event i will be hosting this year: http://www.oni-con.com/forum/events/panels/2036

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I wanted to attend this last

I wanted to attend this last year but I missed out on it T_T