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WonderPost 2025: Legend of Taylore, Leilani Shiu, Adam Dalton Blake, Patrick Ballesteros, Panels,

As WonderCon 2025 rapidly approaches, we’re gearing up for a powerhouse of panels and creators spanning comics, art, and pop culture. Maybe you’re into the legendary mythology of Taylor Swift. Maybe you’re into Artist Alley and want to see what artists like Patrick Ballesteros and Adam Dalton Blake are bringing. Maybe you’re into autographs. Maybe you’re into panels. Whatever you’re into, there’s going to be something for everyone at this year’s event.

Let’s take a look at the news you might have missed:

  • What do Taylor Swift, Dungeons & Dragons, and WonderCon have in common? Legend of Taylore, a D&D play podcast based on the works and lore of Taylor Swift, is heading to WonderCon. We’re already ready to shake it off with them, but we’ll leave a blank space in our schedule until we get more details.

That’s right: 🎵 We found WonderCon 🎵 MORE DETAILS TO COME!! For now, save the dates: March 28-30, Anaheim Convention Center. See you there!! #ttrpg #swifties #taylorswift #dungeonsanddragons #dnd5e #actualplaypodcast #podcastlife

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— Legend of Taylore (@legendoftaylore.bsky.social) February 21, 2025 at 7:26 PM

  • Artist Jeff Pina has a packed schedule of cons this year — but luckily, he’s included a stop at WonderCon. Be sure to stop by to see Jeff and check out his many, many original pieces of artwork that span dozens (if not hundreds) of fandoms.
 
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  • Speaking of new art, we always love an update on artist Patrick Ballesteros’ mini originals — small, original pieces of artwork that come framed. You can bring the magic of Shazam! home with you when you pick up this mini original next month.

  • Gary Sassaman, former Director for several departments at Comic-Con including Director of Programming (2000-2007), Director of Print and Publications (2007-2012), and Director of Print and Digital Media (2012-2021), is back at WonderCon with another iteration of his “Tales From My Spinner Rack LIVE!”. This year’s iteration will see Gary and special guest Mark Evanier diving into “The World’s Greatest Comics Machine!”, which will feature the “first steps” of the Fantastic Four comic book series by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby. Stay tuned for full details on when and where the panel will be taking place (or head over to Mark Evanier’s blog).

  • Alexander “Monstar” Raymond, of Monstar Horror Universe, will also be heading back to the con, where he’ll be speaking on how to create a greater awareness of your project and attain media placement. Stop by on Saturday, March 29 at 5:30pm in Room 208 for all the details in the “How to Get News” panel.

  • The doctor(s) will see you now. Join medical experts on “The Medicine of Michael Bay” panel on Friday, March 28 at 8:30pm in Room 208, where they’ll be diving deep into the medical science behind Armageddon, The Rock, Ambulance, and possibly toe thumbs.
  • Calling all educators! Join Jewyl Alderson, Mike Cruz, and Ella “Dizzy” Rogosin on Saturday, March 29 at 11am in Room 213CD for “Engaging Students with Comics in the Classroom“.

  • Squirrel Girl to the rescue! Artist Nikkia Brego showed off her piece of the Marvel Rivals themed artist collector cards. Be sure to stop by all booths to collect them all — and find the full list here.

  • Where’s Waldo? Well, we’re not sure, but we’re having fun spotting all the superheroes in artist Adam Dalton Blake’s posters, which will be heading to WonderCon next month.

A new series of interiors with some of my fav comic characters for new posters for WonderCon at the end of March! Who do you see?

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— Adam Dalton Blake (@adamdblake.bsky.social) February 17, 2025 at 8:13 AM

  • Unleash your inner wolf with artist Neala Appaloosa’s newest piece, debuting at WonderCon.

🌙 I’m running with the wolves tonight. 🐺 A new piece I’ll be debuting next month at WonderCon! Come see me at the Artist Alley!

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— 🌿Neala Appaloosa🍁 (@neala.bsky.social) February 16, 2025 at 11:17 PM

  • Green light! Red light! If you’re ready to play, join fellow Squid Game cosplayers and fans by the fountain on Saturday, March 29 at 3:30pm PT. You can find more information on the Facebook event page.

  • If you’re in the mood for even more games, be sure to check out the WonderCon Games 2025 tournament information. This year, they’ll be offering 100 different game titles during the con.
  • Illustrator Sunnie Munch has been bear-y busy creating some sweet art for her WonderCon appearance.

Havent posted much but its because Im preparing for my table at Wondercon!! excited to see you there this march 28-30th!!

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— SunnieMunch🌻 (@sunniemunch.com) February 23, 2025 at 10:40 AM

  • Comic artist and illustrator DAF Daniele Afferni is hitting the road this year, including stops at WonderCon and San Diego Comic-Con.

  • Let’s hear it for late-stage capitalism! Artist ChaiBee showed off their Riot Slaps, debuting at WonderCon.

  • Actress Leilani Shiu, best known for portraying Teeka the Jawa in The Mandalorian, will be making a special appearance at Booth #1081 all weekend long at Mr. Ed’s Pop-Up. Be sure to stop by to get an autograph or selfie.

  • Artist Jeprox showed off new Skull Thumper 2.0 acrylic pins, which will be available at WonderCon.

Looking for a WonderCon commission? We’re got those! 

Still need to buy a ticket to WonderCon? They’ve got those!

Anything we missed? Let us know in the comments, drop us a line, or tweet us at @SD_Comic_Con.

And if you have missed any of our previous WonderPosts, you can find them here.

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