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| User: | dragon_con (2489983) Dragoncon ONLY Community
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| Website: | The official Dragoncon website | |
| Location: | Atlanta, Georgia, United States | |
| About: | Tips for Newbies, click here Other Communities/Sites of Interest ![[info]](http://p-stat.livejournal.com/img/community.gif){kind=small} dragoncon dragon_costumes for costumers to talk and plan meetupsdragoncon_photo for Dragon*Con fans to post their con photoswhedontrack_dc The Buffy Track At DragonCondragoncongothic DragonCon Gothic/Horror programming trackdragonconlost The LOST Renegade Trackdragonconyalit Dragoncon Young Adult Literature Trackdcon_filmfest Film Trackdcon_amsf American Sci-Fi and Fantasy on TV Track![[info]](http://p-stat.livejournal.com/img/syndicated.gif){kind=small} wotdragoncon Wheel of Time Track Newsdcsflit Sci Fi Lit Trackdctolkientrack Tolkien Trackar_dctrack Apocalypse Rising Tracksgoffworldtrack for the Star Gate: Offworld programming trackwot_dragoncon Wheel of Time Trackdawn_lookalikes for the Dawn Look-a-like contestants, winners, and fanscxsfairies for fans and friends of the band who have donned Fairy and Angel gear to promote the CXS concertdragonconkilts to bring together the people who wear kilts at DragonCon and the DragonCon Kilt Inspection Teamdragoncon_kit the DragonCon Kilt Inspection Teamdragonwardrobe General DragonCon costume groupnot_at_dragncon for the year you can't make it to the concostume_movies for news on new costuming moviescon_masquerade for the various aspects of convention masquerade performancecon_costuming for costume and craft design for those fantasy/sci-fi/anime/comic conventionsboozepack The Order of the BoozePackdragonconadult Adult-themed discussions at DragonCondc_silkroad Silk Road: Asian Cinema and culture trackdc_wow D*C World of Warcraftdconfairies for walkers in the Dragoncon fairy parade grouploldragon Humorous captioned Con photosdconpirateparty - info on the Gathering of the Brethren Court Pirate Party and the Piratical Portion of the DragonCon paradeYahoo groups: DragonCon: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/DragonCon/ American Sci-Fi track: http://tv.groups.yahoo.com/group/DCon-SF-Television/ Brittish Media track: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/DragonCon_British_Media_Updates/ Star Wars track: http://movies.groups.yahoo.com/group/motfjediroundtable/ Star Trek track: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/TrekTrakBoosterClub/ Silk Road track: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/DCSilkRoad/ Drum Circle: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/DC_DrumCircle/ SF Literature: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/DCSFLit/ Tolkien Track: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/dctolkientrack/ Stargate Off World Track: http://tv.groups.yahoo.com/group/stargatefandomtrack/ Salute II History: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/dragoncon_salutetohistory Websites: MMORPG Track: http://www.dragoncon-mmo.org Mischief Managed HP Parade Group: http://www.mm-hp.org/ Wheel of Time Track: http://www.ageoflegends.net/WoTtrack/ Brethren Court Pirate Party and the Piratical Portion of the DragonCon parade: http://www.dragonconpirates.org MySpace groups: http://groups.myspace.com/DragonCon2006 http://groups.myspace.com/DragonConFans http://groups.myspace.com/dragoncon http://groups.myspace.com/dragoncongothic http://groups.myspace.com/theconison http://groups.myspace.com/slantwaysdragoncon http://groups.myspace.com/drunksofdragoncon Frequently Asked Questions Q: I have a realistic gun/real blade prop that I want to carry! What do I have to do to make it acceptable? A: Peace tie it into its sheath or holster. If it looks too realistic and cannot be peace tied, don't bring it Q: Where is there to eat? A: There is food all over the place, from in the hotels, to the food court in between the Hyatt and Mariott, to restaraunts within a few blocks. Also, most of Metro Atlanta is available through MARTA. Q: Where is there to park instead of paying the hotel parking fee? A: For about the same price, there are downtown parking lots and garages. Also, some MARTA stations have parking available. Finally there is the airport. Q: Ohs nooesss!!11!!1 It's three days before the con, and I didn't book a hotel room! What do I dooooo??? A: Suck it up, and get a room in an overflow hotel, or ask friends if they have available bed or floorspace. Also, plan ahead for next year. Q: How many costumes should I bring? A: As many as you feel comfortable packing. Just don't bitch if they are a pain to move around. No one has any sympathy for you. Q: Do people wear the same costume all day or what? A: Some do, others don't. It's all in your preference as to what to do. Q: Con suite? Free food, you say? How have I never noticed that? Where is it? A: Hyatt, second floor. Follow the signs. And if you have two feet and can walk? TAKE THE STAIRS. Yes, they do have Mtn. Dew and coffee at all hours. Food is sometimes questionable. Q: What kind of rules are there about weapons? A: Make sure it's peace tied. Or'if it is obviously fake, it can be ok. If you think it's really questionable, but can't put some safety measures on it, don't bring it. Q: What is this "peace bonding" you speak of!? A: Tied into a sheath, scabbard, or holster so it cannot be drawn. More info can be found here Q: How much money should I bring? A: As much as you are comfortable spending. Hotel, food, gas, drinks, money for purchases. Make a budget that won't break the bank. Q: Where are all the parties? A: All over, all the time. Many are, however, invitation only, so don't get upset if you can't get in. Q: When is the schedule track coming out? I NEED IT NOW! A: Being as this is run by volunteers, the track is "finalised" not too far before the con. That being said, there has never been a year that I attended that one track or another did not change day of because of last minute changes. Other than that, look on the official webpage. Q: Do I have to pick just one track and stay there the whole time? How can I choose?! A: No. Do whatever you want. You can attend one panel and then go to a separate event that is in a completely different track. Some events fill up fast, though, and you may have to attend events prior to the one you really want to go to so you have a seat. Q: What's the rule about photography in the Hyatt lobby? A: Read the signs, listen to the staff and security, and listen to the person you are trying to photograph. Also, never argue with the fire marshall about anything. Q: Why is security always so mean and stupid and never let me [do whatever thing it is you think you should be allowed to do]? A: Many of these rules are because of safety issues. Remember, just because you know how to swing a sword and not hit anyone doesn't mean people are always smart enough to not step into the swing. The security staff are overworked, so don't give them a hard time. Like police, they don't make the rules, just enforce them. Q: Can somebody get [my favorite band/celebrity] to be a guest? A: I don't know the answer to this one. Try contacting the celeb/band/ artist Q: What's going on with the hotel construction? A: It's happening. Nothing you can do about it. Follow the detour signs, and listen to anyone in a hardhat if they tell you to get away. Q: Why did [my favorite guest] cancel? I bought a ticket just to see [him/her]! How can Dragon*con do this to me? A: There are quite literally an infinate number of reasons why someone cancels, from last minute emergencies, to illness, to jobs, to moral crisis about the con, to dying very shortly before the con. Shit happens and there is nothing you can do about it, so try to enjoy yourself anyway. DC had nothing to do with the decision. Q: Can I get my money back? I bet they just SAID [he/she] was coming to make me buy a ticket, and [he/she] was never really coming at all! *pout* A: No, you can't get your money back; it's long gone. DC does not invent names for their list. People get added as they commit to coming. Sometimes things change. Q: My postcard never came. What do I do?/ Oh crapskis, I lost my postcard. Am I screwed? A: No. Call and say so. Ahead of time. They can send you a reprint. Q: My postcard never came. What do I do? A: Call and say so. Ahead of time. They can send you a reprint. Q: Does anybody have a picture of me dressed as X? A: for the post con picture craze: DC has nothing to do with the fan galleries. They get posted as they will, and you may have to wait. Q: Where will (event/registration/gaming/art/whatever) be this year? - Having a map for these would also be handy for people who've never been to the con before. A: Links in the community info Q: How do I keep the fanboys away from me? A: Either dont wear such a sexy costume or find a huge, beefy guy to walk around and stare at the tasty morsels. :) Q: Authors and celebrities. How much and who charges for autographs? A: Yes, many charge. The prices vary. If you have a moral problem with paying for a signature, don't get anything signed. Q: when are hotel room codes out? A: They're usually posted on the website. Q: how soon do I need to book my room A: Book asap. They fill up fast. Q: when will the official picture galleries be out (official galleries-wait a few years. No, really, it takes years.) A: the official galleries are kind of silly. You'd think they would go up faster, but nope. See link below pertaining to photos. Map of Peachtree Center complex from the official site with Driving Directions, parking options, and a mapout of the habitrail setup It's in PDF format so you'll need Adobe Reader Google Map of Points of interest in or near Dragon*Con Many thanks to ![[info]](http://p-stat.livejournal.com/img/userinfo.gif){kind=small} clayfoot for putting this Google map together100+ DC2K7 Photo links in one post for convenience clicking | |
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