We’ve got so much Comic-Con Special Edition news for you in today’s edition that you’re sure to leave stuffed. Are you hungry for news on comics? We’ve got the dish on great retailers like Torpedo Comics as well as several comics artists and writers. After fun art? Take your pick of entrees like Monkey Minion, Ollybits, and more. Panels, gaming, charities, Robotech, and Goat Metal Art are also all on the menu today.
Not on the menu? Us stopping with these food-themed puns any THYME soon.
Here’s a look at the news you might have missed:
- Hey, San Diegans — are you looking for a job? The San Diego Convention Center is currently hiring full-time, part-time, and temporary opportunities in multiple departments as they gear up for events again, including Comic-Con Special Edition. Visit their website to learn more.
- Monkey Minion, the husband and wife team of Dane Ault and Ashlie Hammond, are bringing their patented brand of clever, eye-catching designs to Comic-Con Special Edition this November. The only question is: Will we be getting a CCSE-specific piece that tops their incredible Comic-Con@Home exclusive? We’re excited to find out.
We just got out confirmation: We’ll be at Comic-Con Special Edition in November! Now, to figure out logistics. pic.twitter.com/T4ngBUI0Cn
— The Most Dane-gerous Game (@monkeyminion) October 13, 2021
- Fans of Yaoi, rejoice. Yaoi Revolution, a US based publishing company focused on homoerotic comics and artwork, will be exhibiting at the con next month.
It’s ON! Yaoi Revolution has been accepted into Comic Con’s Special Edition this Thanksgiving weekend in San Diego!! pic.twitter.com/GfnrOozdgc
— Yaoi Revolution (@YaoiRevolution) October 13, 2021
- A picture is worth a thousand words — but artist Reilly Haney, also known as Detention Art, creates pictures using a thousand (or so) words. Haney creates stunning pop culture artwork crafted out of handwritten inked words, and you can check them out in Artists Alley this November. You can tell your mom from us that you are a real artist.
This probably won’t land with too many people but I GOT AN ARTIST TABLE AT @Comic_Con!!!
I’M A REAL ARTIST MOM I DID IT!! THE BIG SHOW!! See y’all in November 😘 pic.twitter.com/nXnyOZXDCx
— Reilly (@DetentionArt) October 13, 2021
- Fan favorite comic book artist Don Nguyen also announced that he’ll be exhibiting at CCSE, and you can bet he’ll have plenty of offerings with his creation Pablo the Gorillo.
- Stack Up, a gaming charity supporting U.S. & Allied active duty military and veterans’ mental health through gaming and geek culture, will also be tabling at CCSE. Stop by to learn more about their cause.
Stack Up at #SDCC!!! Coming soon. https://t.co/FoOUg75Oqu pic.twitter.com/l9yVx8Qlcm
— Stack Up (@StackUpDotOrg) October 13, 2021
- You can find artist Misty Figs in Artists Alley this year.
Oh fuck, i got into SDCC artist ally.
— Misty Figs 🦝 (@mistyfigs) October 13, 2021
- Las Vegas based comics and collectibles retailer Torpedo Comics are hitting the road this fall, with their first stop at none other than Comic-Con Special Edition. Be sure to stop by to check out their selection of Silver & Bronze Age comics and more.
- Comic artist and illustrator Paige Halsey Warren revealed that she was accepted as an exhibitor for the con next month.
It looks like I got accepted into San Diego Comic Con’s Special Edition next month? Who else is going? pic.twitter.com/K2GVYllbqB
— paige halsey warren (@rampaigehalsey) October 13, 2021
- Pixel artist and illustrator Ollybits also had good news to share — and accepts welcome presents in the form of boba. You’ll find all your favorite pop culture characters recreated in adorable pixel-form at her booth.
IT FINALLY HAPPENED. AFTER WAITLISTED TO YEARS I GOT INTO SAN DIEGO COMIC CON AS AN ARTIST EXHIBITOR. I’m crying. I’m fucking crying. My art is good enough. My work is good enough. The hard work is paying off. Thank you guys so much for all the support. I NEED BOBA. #sdcc pic.twitter.com/H1KSjxePhF
— Ollybits (Olivia) ➡️ SDCC SE 2021 (@ollybits) October 14, 2021
- Metal Art is so last year — Goat Metal Art is where it’s at. Alaric Barca will be bringing his indie Goat Metal Art to Comic-Con Special Edition’s exhibit floor.
- DC comic artist and the creator/writer of Stained, David Baron, will have a busy CCSE schedule. Not only will be tabling at the convention, but you can also find him on a panel with Slow City Blues and John Livesay.
I will be tabling at #SDCC special edition and a part of a panel with @ScbComics @1JohnLivesay to talk about our last eat project together! More info coming soon and hope to see you there!
— David Baron @NYCC Artist Alley G-28 (@MyZombies) October 14, 2021
- Speaking of artist John Livesay, you can also find him in Artists Alley this November, which even for a longtime SDCC veteran, is a first.
I’ve gone to #SDCC every year since 1995, but this will be the first time I’ll be tabling in artist alley. Come by and check out our new @ScbComics book, and talk with me about collecting comics & original artwork.
— John Livesay (@1JohnLivesay) October 15, 2021
- If you love Robotech, then have we got an announcement for you! Comic-Con Special Edition will serve as the final stop on the franchise’s 2021 convention schedule. They’re sure to have toys, anime, and more.
We’re pleased to announce the Comic-Con Special Edition as the final stop on the 2021 #Robotech Convention Tour.
LINK: https://t.co/GbwTLDioW9#SDCC #80s #anime #toys #comics #cosplay pic.twitter.com/tI7keDj7oY
— ROBOTECH (@RobotechNews) October 14, 2021
- Fluffy Fluppy Dogs are created to represent inclusivity, acceptance, kindness, and love for both the human and animal special needs communities. You can find their cartoon on MOKO this fall, their toys in select stores — and also at Comic-Con Special Edition in November.
- Digital artist The Art of Gard will also be exhibiting this fall at the convention, in Artists Alley.
- Adorable Mayhem crafts jewelry and ceramics, and will be bringing its wares to Comic-Con Special Edition.
- Finally, for now — be sure to stop by Wyvern Gaming’s booth to check out their Stargate SG-1 roleplaying games. Think you have what it takes to be a Game Master? Shoot them an e-mail and you could get in for free.
Wyvern Gaming will be at San Diego Comic-Con – November 26 – 28th. Come see our half-scale Stargate and place some Stargate SG-1 Roleplaying Games! #SDCC #stargate
We need GMs and will get you a free ticket. Email us at gaming@wyverngaming.com
See you soon! pic.twitter.com/kq7vFbEoFc
— Wyvern Gaming (@WyvrenGaming) October 15, 2021
Anything we missed? Let us know in the comments, drop us a line, or tweet us at @SD_Comic_Con.