The stadium is packed with people selling artwork, comics, collectibles, and and souvenirs. Others carry bags full of items, hopefully waiting in line to get them autographed or wanting to catch that Q and A with the cast from The Lord of the Rings trilogy, maybe be the lucky few who get to ask a question. Still others browse and shop around the thousands of vendors while soaking up the relaxing atmosphere in the ultimate nerd sanctuary. By the entrance stands Harley Quinn from Suicide Squad posing for a photo with a group of girls. Daenerys Targaryen from Game of Thrones walks by with her three baby dragons perched on her shoulders. Other comic book, tv show, and movie characters walk around in character and pose for photos, looking like they just walked off the pages or screen to which they belong. This is only day one of the four day convention and already these cosplayers are bringing their A game. Continue reading →