GUIDE
Mob Psycho III [Sub]
5:00pm – 6:00pm
Viewings 1
After foiling a world-threatening plot, Shigeo “Mob” Kageyama returns to tackle the more exhausting aspects of his mundane life—starting with filling out his school’s nerve-racking career form. Meanwhile, he continues to assist his mentor Arataka Reigen and the office’s new recruit, Katsuya Serizawa, in solving paranormal cases of their clients. While continuing his duties, Mob also works on gaining more independence in his esper and human lives, as well as trying to integrate better with the people around him.
However, new supernatural and ordinary challenges test Mob’s emotional stability and force him to confront the realities around him. As he strives to continue forward on the path to maturity, Mob must resolve his emotional crises and reassess the naivety he has held on for so long.
[from My Anime List]
Tabletop Gaming Room Open
5:30pm – 10:30pm
Tabletop
The Works and Themes of Satoshi Kon
5:45pm – 6:45pm
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In his all too short career, Satoshi Kon wrote and directed incredible character stories with fascinating psychological themes. We aim to explore those themes and characters by breaking down all of Kon’s most famous animated works.
Awesomus Showdown w/ Kawaii Kunai
6:00pm – 7:00pm
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Who would win in a fight between Goku wielding a keyblade vs Naruto leading an army of magical girls? Well you’re about to decide right here and now! Join the fun in The Awesomus Showdown: Anime Edition, where you will take the stage and argue why your anime fighter will claim victory! You will decide, as the chosen panel of experts, who will go home with the crown!
Urban Exploration: Uncovering Japan’s Past
6:00pm – 7:00pm
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Japan is an ever-changing landscape of excitement and technology. But what lies past it’s glossy, shiny cities? An eerie statue, abandoned building or completely empty but still intact village? What are the stories that took place here? How were these sites discovered? Are they still around today? Join us as we discuss the growing popularity of Urban Exploration and look at some of Japan’s most famous abandoned sites.
Magic The Gathering Draft Event
6:00pm – 10:30pm
Tabletop
Friday Night Swap Meet
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Workshop
Game Trivia Showdown w/ Pixel Pop
7:00pm – 8:00pm
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Test your video game knowledge in this Jeopardy-inspired panel with Pixel Pop Maid Cafe as your hosts! You’ll team up and compete against other audience members in categories like Name that OST and Finish the Cutscene – who will come out on top?!
Ranking of Kings
7:00pm – 9:00pm
Viewings 1
The people of the kingdom look down on the young Prince Bojji, who can neither hear nor speak. They call him “The Useless Prince” while jeering at his supposed foolishness.
However, while Bojji may not be physically strong, he is certainly not weak of heart. When a chance encounter with a shadow creature should have left him traumatized, it instead makes him believe that he has found a friend amidst those who only choose to notice his shortcomings. He starts meeting with Kage, the shadow, regularly, to the point where even the otherwise abrasive creature begins to warm up to him.
Kage and Bojji’s unlikely friendship lays the budding foundations of the prince’s journey, one where he intends to conquer his fears and insecurities. Despite the constant ridicule he faces, Bojji resolves to fulfill his desire of becoming the best king he can be.
[from My Anime List]
Manga Library Open
7:00pm – 10:30pm
Manga Library
Ultimate Quiz Bowl of Ultimate Destiny
7:15pm – 8:15pm
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Do you know everything about anime AND the culture that it comes from? Test your knowledge against our expert questions and other would-be know-it-alls for the ultimate prize: confirmation that you’re smarter than other people.
Wig Styling Competition
7:30pm – 9:30pm
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Show off your styling skills in Setsucon’s newest event!
Participants will have just 90 minutes to style a wig however they like – live on stage! Once time is up, grab a friend or model to show it off and display to our panel of judges. Maximize your style and earn points for cleanliness, complexity, wearability, and creativity. Looking to participate? Sign up before the event while space is available. Participants are required to bring their own styling tools (scissors, hairspray, brushes, accessories, etc.); wigs and stands will be provided.
JoJo’s Bizarre Family Tree
8:15pm – 9:45pm
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Have you ever found yourself wondering, “What is a JoJo? Why are there so many of them?” Have you been urged by friends or the internet to check out some strange anime with weird poses and bright colors? This panel aims to assuage all your fears and answer your burning questions, giving you a comprehensive look at the Joestar bloodline. Vampires, body-stealing, infidelity, alternate universes, queer subtext– It’s all covered in this course. Make sure to bring your notebooks, pencils, and sense of bewilderment, because this WILL be on the test! See you in class!
Crazy-A#% Moments and People in Japanese History! [18+]
8:45pm – 9:45pm
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Japanese history is full of crazy events and people! From anti-land-ownership Buddhist warrior monks ruining Oda Nobunaga’s unification dreams, to a Japanese communist group hijacking planes, to a pro-LGBT Nobel Prize nominated author trying to overthrow the government in the name of ultra-nationalism, and everything in-between, there are numerous events and people in the history of the Land of the Rising Sun that are insane to read about. Join us as we explore some of these events and people!
Bungo Stray Dogs
9:00pm – 11:00pm
Viewings 1
For weeks, Atsushi Nakajima’s orphanage has been plagued by a mystical tiger that only he seems to be unaware of. Suspected to be behind the strange incidents, the 18-year-old is abruptly kicked out of the orphanage and left hungry, homeless, and wandering through the city.
While starving on a riverbank, Atsushi saves a rather eccentric man named Osamu Dazai from drowning. Whimsical suicide enthusiast and supernatural detective, Dazai has been investigating the same tiger that has been terrorizing the boy. Together with Dazai’s partner Doppo Kunikida, they solve the mystery, but its resolution leaves Atsushi in a tight spot. As various odd events take place, Atsushi is coerced into joining their firm of supernatural investigators, taking on unusual cases the police cannot handle, alongside his numerous enigmatic co-workers.
[from My Anime List]
Friday Night Concert w/ Awesomus Prime
9:30pm – 10:30pm
Main Events
Start the con off with an all out concert from everyone’s favorite DJ and performer! A Setsucon staple on the Main Stage, Awesomus will be kicking off the convention weekend with a showcase of his music, con favorites, and party tunes that are sure to get you pumped!
Rex’s Recs: Garbage Manga Suggestions [18+]
10:00pm – 11:00pm
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Rex describes all of the manga that he has found on the furthest reaches of the internet, and brings them to Setsucon!
Everything that he has read is varying degrees of terrible, from male succubi to vending machine isekai.
Will they be great, or just bait?
Friday Night Party Night Jackbox Party
10:00pm – 11:30pm
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Join us for some Jackbox Games to wind down the evening. Whether its Quiplash, Trivia Murder Party, or Fibbage, you are sure to find a game that you won’t want to stop taking part in!
Heaven’s Official Sleepover! [18+]
10:00pm – 11:00pm
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Come join the characters of Heaven’s Official Blessing for a sleepover where we will play some fun party games and have a good time!
Founded in 2007 by the Penn State Anime Organization, Setsucon brings anime, manga, and Japanese culture to the winter months in Central Pennsylvania.
