WonderPost 2025: X-Men: The Animated Series, Taskmaster: LA, David Mack, Patrick Ballesteros, Panels

As we gear up for WonderCon next month, it’s already shaping up to be a great year. Today, we’ve got updates from some of our favorite artists, like Patrick Ballestero and David Mack; updates on some of our favorite creators and shows like Taskmaster: LA and X-Men: The Animated Series, and the first panel confirmations.

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

Horror lurks around every corner… Come check out the new tile-based board game, Horror in the Library, from Blue Donut Games, next month at WonderCon.

Come and see Horror in the Library at @WonderCon Stand 1958 28-30 March#wondercon #games #boardgames #vrgames pic.twitter.com/SCJnhGqDGK
— Blue Donut Games Ltd. 🇬🇧 (@bluedonutgames) February 9, 2025

Jeepers creepers, where’d you get those peepers? Galaken makes fandom-inspired eyewear that’s out of this world, and we can’t wait to get our eyes on their offerings at Booth #925. They’ll also have giveaways, exclusive releases, and more.

We are excited to announce that we will be attending @WonderCon this year! 💫

Swing by booth #925 to immerse yourself in our galaxy of products, win cool prizes and get your hands on exclusive releases. You won't want to miss this! 💜 #wondercon2025 pic.twitter.com/Zk1XbxJoLi
— Galaken (@officialgalaken) February 10, 2025

vRare, an officially licensed retailer of Youtooz, Funko, Loungefly, Pokemon, and beyond, are heading to WonderCon — and you’ll find them right by Funko’s booth.

Just got our booth placement for Wondercon…… right next to Funko I’ll see yall in Anaheim!😘

LETS GO!!!
— vRare (@vRareStore) February 8, 2025

Artist Patrick Ballesteros has been busy working on new mini originals, which he’ll be taking to Emerald City and WonderCon. Patrick has also started his WonderCon debut and exclusive announcements, so be sure to keep an eye on what else he’ll be bringing to the con (hint: it’s going to be good).

Getting a few more done for ECCC and @WonderCon next month. pic.twitter.com/WdeNyG2rtk
— Patrick Ballesteros Emerald CIty Comic Con (@PatrickBallest) February 15, 2025

If you didn’t already hear the news, artist Malachi Ward is taking pre-show commissions for pick-up at the con. Be sure to check out our list of open WonderCon Commissions for other great artists.

Who am I gonna see at Emerald City Comic Con and WonderCon?? pic.twitter.com/qbhOzkNocU
— Malachi Ward (@MalachiWard) February 10, 2025

Artist Dean Rullan has also opened up a few pre-con WonderCon commission spots, as well as showed off an artist rivals card for the event featuring everyone’s favorite, Jeff! We would die for Jeff.

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Comic book artist and writer David Mack (Kabuki, Daredevil) will also be making the trek to WonderCon next month.

I look forward to it!
Have fun there-
I'm scheduled to be at @emeraldcitycon in March & then @WonderCon
— David Mack (@davidmackkabuki) February 10, 2025

Get x-cited, because X-Men: The Animated Series creators Larry Houston and Rick Hoberg are heading to WonderCon, where they’ll be offering autographs, prints, conversations, and more.

To me, my X-Men fans! My best friend, RICK HOBERG, is making a rare appearance at WONDERCON 2025 this year. Come on down for a rare meet-and-greet with two of the three pioneers of the original X-Men Animated Series: Autographs, Prints, Behind-the-scenes conversations galore!

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— Larry Houston (@larrytoons54.bsky.social) February 10, 2025 at 5:51 PM

Panel confirmations for WonderCon went out last week, and we’ve got details on a few offerings so far, including Skewed and Reviewed’s “2025 Edition of Upcoming Video Games to Be Excited For“. No word yet on day/time/room, but we’ll keep you updated.

Wondercon Panel Confirmation Is set. The 2025 Edition of Upcoming Video Games To Be Excited For. Date and time to be announced when the schedule is released.
— Skewed and Reviewed (@SKNRGareth) February 13, 2025

Taskmaster fans, your final task is simple — to get excited, because Ryan Omega, Taskmaster for Taskmaster LA, has confirmed that the LA-based version of the popular series will be heading to WonderCon.

Taskmaster LA: Champion of Champions will be at Wondercon 2025!!

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— Ryan Omega (@ryanomega.bsky.social) February 13, 2025 at 1:44 PM

Jes the human will be busy at WonderCon, because two of their TTPRG WonderCon panels have been accepted. We’ll have to stay tuned for more details.

Both of the TTPRG WonderCon panels I submitted were accepted! 🎉
— Jes the human (@jesthehuman.bsky.social) February 13, 2025 at 1:12 PM

En Nelson-Correia, a storyboard artist who has worked with WB and who is the creator of Boon of the Beacon Maker, confirmed they’re heading to WonderCon.

spring con lineup with @renstrapp.com ! con season is just a month away and i could not be more excited <33 see you there!

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— en @ ECCC F19 (@gipki.bsky.social) February 8, 2025 at 12:23 PM

Want to learn more about how to launch your first Kickstarter campaign? Then be sure to head to Room 213CD on Sunday, March 30 at 2pm to get the inside scoop.

The Scottish fairytale short film Faithful will be premiering in the USA at WonderCon. Be sure to join them for the panel, which will also include a Q&A, and a free poster signing session.

Faithful is PREMIERING at @WonderCon March 28th-30th with our USA premiere & Q&A right after AND free poster signing session! Our Scottish fairytale short film is coming to California! Link in the next tweet! #wondercon #wondercon2025 #scotland #fairytales #folklore #shortfilm pic.twitter.com/Kd9jwwqHmH
— Faithful - Scottish Short Film (@faithfulshort) February 15, 2025

Artist Warren Montgomery has a few upcoming cons on his event list, including — you guessed it — a stop at WonderCon, where you'll find him at Small Press #SP-83.