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Comic Con Honolulu 2016: Day 1

Harley Quinn and the Joker from the upcoming “Suicide Squad” film were friendlier than expected, considering their suicidal tendencies. And Katana from “Arrow” apparently gave birth to a Hogwart’s wizard, Jedi knight, and a tiny barbarian. Where did I encounter…

Your guide to Comic Con Honolulu 2016

Didn’t we just have another convention? Well, you can never have too much of a good thing, can you? While some fans in the local geek community may be feeling the burnout, I welcome our new convention overlords. I’d rather…

Hawaii Anime and Comic Convention Guide 2016

It’s that time of year again, when elusive otaku and comic book nerds reveal themselves and venture forth into the daylight to gather among others of their kind. You can find these creatures everywhere – at work, the mall and…

Amazing Hawaii Comic Con 2015 Day 3

The Amazing Hawaii Comic Con 2015 wrapped up Sunday, with several panels and events geared toward children. On its final day of the three-day convention, attendees crammed into Hawaii Convention Center to get their last look at comics and cosplay.…

Guide to Amazing Hawaii Comic Con

Have you felt it? There’s been an awakening. Hawaii’s geeks are getting ready for the very first Amazing Hawaii Comic Con. If you’ve been wondering why some of your family, friends and co-workers have been distracted lately, they’re imagining all…

Party pics: Tiki’s Halfway to Halloween

Costumes came out in full force Saturday night for the second annual Tiki’s Halfway to Halloween Party, a VIP event with live body painting. Doors opened to the public afterwards, with DJs and live music. Tiki's Halfway to Halloween Party…

Party pics: Ghost Ship after-party at Eleven44

The Ghost Ship after-party raged on Friday night at Eleven44. Halloween started early this year for the Ghost Ship crew. Partygoers first pre-gamed on a cruise out of Kewalo Basin early in the evening evening. Sexy and scary costumes were…

Party pics: Anime Day 2014

Costumed cosplayers congregated at Windward Mall Saturday for Anime Day 2014. The free event, sponsored by Kawaii Kon, featured cosplay events and art activities. Comic book artist Andy Lee illustrated portraits, while the local art group Manga Bento encouraged cosplayers…