by: David Pinckney

So another year has gone by and Heroes Con has come and gone. Every year Heroes Con proves that it is one of the best conventions around and this year was no different.

The Guest:

The convention boosted a roster of guest well over 75 guest including Iron Man and Fear Itself scribe, Matt Fraction. Mega star artists like Neal Adams and Adam Hughes just to name a few. If you've ever been to Heroes Con you know that more so then often you can actually stand and talk with the guest rather then being just a number. It makes the experience more personal and memorable.

The great thing was there was someone there for everyone. If you have ever read a comic book, you were bound to have something that could get signed. 

The show isn't just about superstars from the big two, not at all actually. Heroes Con is a great place to meet creators of the smaller publishers like Who is Jake Ellis writer, Nathan Edmondson. Skullkickers writer Jim Zub, Starborn team Chris Roberson and Khary Randolph.

But what about the indie crowd that isn't with a publisher? Well, that's the best part of Heroes Con. You won't find a more friendly and supportive con then Heroes Con. The indie publishers are in an area called “Indie Island” which is right next to all the big named comic book creators. The indie crowd isn't just shoved off in another room or anything like that. They are an integral part of the show floor.

The Panels:

Typically Heroes Con has great panels and this year was no different. That said, this year it felt like the panels were more for people who wanted to create comics or fine tune their artistic skills. There is absolutely nothing wrong wit this. As an indie writer myself, I very much enjoyed some of these panels.

Even though it seemed to be more for the artsy crowd, there was still great panels for those who just want to learn about comics to go to. These panels spanned from discussions on specific comics like Fables and Fear Itself to learning about different comics through the history of the medium. In short, there was something for everyone and a lot to choose from.

Dealer's Room:

Now, if you go to a con it is inevitable, you will end up buying something. At Heroes Con there were loads of vendor selling anything and everything you can think of in the way of comic books. The deals you find at some places are incredible. I bought the Witchblade vol. 2 hard back compendium that normally sells for $100 for an amazing price of $20. Not only that, but if the $4 price tag for new comics is a little steep, you can find your favorites there for only $1. Some booths had $0.50 bins on Friday and Saturday and then 2 for $0.25 on Sunday. The deals were fantastic.

In addition, what was nice was most shops brought stuff specific to the guests that were going to be at the con and displayed them. Now you can make sure you don't miss out on the signatures that you really wanted.

Environment:

This is a very family friendly convention. Anyone of all ages can come and enjoy. There are even contest that children can enter and have fun themselves. The con is never over crowded, there is always room for you to move around without too much trouble. Even when you are waiting in line for something you can always find someone to talk to have a great conversation with while you pass the time. It truly is one of the most fun comic book convention experiences you'll have.

If you've never gotten to go to Heroes Con, you should make it a top priority to get out to one of their shows. You won't find a convention as fun and laid back as this show. With a price tag of only $30 for 3 full days, you really can't find a convention for a better price either. Dates have already been posted for the next Heroes Con. See you guys in Charlotte, June 22 – 24 2012.

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Published on: 2011-06-11 (236 reads)