#fillycon

Shining and Cadence's love life probably got a lot less exciting once they had a baby in the house. Especially a winged monster with the powers of Satan and the destructive capacity of Godzilla.

Cadance: "Well Flurry Heart is finally in bed, what do you say we get jiggy, Shining~"

Guard: "Your highnesses! Flurry Heart has killed another 18- *zap* 19 citizens!"

Shining: "God dang it, not again. Freaking crystal ponies man, always needing to be saved"

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((Stuff I bought at Fillycon. First is two comics I got for two dollars. Another one was selling it for a much higher price so I decided to get that. I also got the Program and the DC Superhero Girls Comic for free at different times. Glad I got it for free.

Finally tried Twilight’s Secret Shipfic Folder game. It is a lot of fun. Wish I got to play it more but I got the game at home with a wooden Fanfic Writer card and the Star Mares expansion pack. They also seem pretty cool about the idea of making your own and even mentions how to make it. So a possibility?

I got this print of Ember at Fillycon and I also got someone to make the first official drawing of Filthy Lucre. While she told me she had issues with the colors, the result still looks fabulous. I wish I got her card but sadly I don’t have it. Too boot, her booth is not listed in the Vendor Map and List. Luckily this person did record who she was.

Post Fillycon post Part 2. By Day 2 I realized that I could count the number of people who would recognize John Constantine and were at the Con on one hand. I gave in to the madness and a few alterations later I was Doctor Whooves.

I also met the Tao of Maud guy. The photos don’t do his prop book justice.

Ah, Fillycon. Now that I’ve had a couple days to rest, I can tell you all that Fillycon was another small con full of friendship and awesomeness. From the moment I walked in the door, there were children running about in My Little Pony costumes, doing crafts, and singing with the Shakeups in Ponyville Band (my table buddies!). Parents were so supportive, and the kids were truly fans of the fandom, knowing many artists, musicians, and... even me! And they all asked for autographs. I was humbled.

Between Saturday and Sunday I presented seven panels. Content included:

my traditional Assertiveness Seminar

introductions

how to start a conversation

proper handshake protocol

cosplay for confidence

finding your talent

goal setting

issues with bullying

overcoming negative self talk

I heard so many stories from others that have had it tough. But you all keep going. You try again. And you all now have me as your friend. I’ll help in any way I can to make your life the best it can be.

Pictured is the only swag I got at the con. My badge was signed by @AleximusPrime and I got the “glass half full” ribbon from the con shop. It’s super corny and positive and I loved it. And the Rocky card was the hotel room key. I was so busy presenting and selling my merch that I didn’t see anything that caught my eye. I don’t mind, though. I have so many great memories and I really did love getting to know you all better.

While I normally upload videos of the panels, I may not this time. During my Seminar, the chairs were being set up, so there is a lot of distraction in the video. And the Cosplay for Confidence video was pretty dark. But I’ll try to work with them and if they do go up, I’ll share the link here.

My next convention is in a month, at Super Speedy Cider Con in Knoxville over October 8-9. Please consider going. It’s another great small convention, and last year’s SSCC may have been the best I’ve gone to since Bronycon 2012. I can’t wait to see you all there, too!

And for those of you new to my blog, welcome! You can also find me on most social media sites at @riftwingdesigns, which is my overarching brand name.