| May 24,25,26,27, 2012 The Grove Hotel and CenturyLink Arena in Boise, Idaho |
Many more events to be listed very soon!!
Main Events Schedule and Descriptions:
5pm Opening Ceremonies
Opening Ceremonies is a star-studded official kick-off to the convention. You'll be introduced to our special guests for this year, learn more about events, and there an occassional bit of wacky humor.
This is a great chance to get into the convention mindset for the coming days ahead.
6pm Autograph Session
Autograph sessions occur daily. You can meet the guests of Anime Oasis and get their autographs. We do this a little differently than other conventions. Instead of lining up to meet one guest, everyone gets into a long line and meets all of the guests. We have our guests because they are great people. You can get the autograph you wanted and learn more about the other personalities that make Anime Oasis so amazing.
7pm Cosplay Chess
A live game of chess played out between two teams of cosplayers. Attendees with costumes are welcome to enter (sign up location to be announced) or watch. As the pieces are moved, cosplayer add their own personal touch to defeating opponent's pieces.
9pm Dance
This is a techno dance style event. Open to all ages.
12pm Autograph Session
Autograph sessions occur daily. You can meet the guests of Anime Oasis and get their autographs. We do this a little differently than other conventions. Instead of lining up to meet one guest, everyone gets into a long line and meets all of the guests. We have our guests because they are great people. You can get the autograph you wanted and learn more about the other personalities that make Anime Oasis so amazing.
1:30pm PRG Village
RPG Village is an interactive role-playing game. Players will make and equip weapons, party with other players, fight monsters and win prizes. This event has been redesigned to provide a simple, but exciting game experience.
5pm Lolita Fashion Show
Attendees are welcome to enter our Lolita Fashion Show and display either purchase or homemade lolita outfits.
(Sign up location to be announced.)
6pm AMV contest
Anime Music Video are homemade videos that set anime to popular music.
Rules for entering are as follows:
All entries must be recieved by Tuesday May 1st, 2012.
Videos must be at least 30 seconds long and no longer than 7 minutes.
Files must be in mp4, wmv, avi or mkv format. No exceptions.
All videos must be entered by the original creator.
Videos must be appropriate for a PG13 audience.
7:30pm Convention All-Star Wiffle Ball
Anime Oasis brings wiffle ball to prime time this year. Watch your favorite guests and staff play this summer classic indoors. Team line-ups may vary, but there is plenty of fun to be had watching this "friendly" match up.
10pm High Society Formal
The High Society Formal is Anime Oasis' no-exception, extremely formal dance for those who expect only the highest level of refinement (at an anime convention). We are providing live instrumental music this year.
However, we are also adding a new function.
During the final section of the High Society Formal, we will introduce our new "In the presence of..." function. During "In the presence of..." we will be joined by an individual of very high standing such as a Emperor, Fleet Commander, etc. (to be announced, will vary by year).
During this time, all Formal attendees will be required to dawn a formal facial mask of some sort. Masks will be provided, however, you are free to bring your own.
DRESS CODE FOR THE HIGH SOCIETY FORMAL:
Gentlemen:
Dress pants required (no jeans, khakis, etc.)
Dress shoes required (no sneakers, boots, etc.)
Dress shirt and Jacket are required.
Tie is required.
Special exceptions may be made for certain costumes, please inquire in advance with any exception requests.
Ladies:
Dress shoes, no flats.
Formal dress with a length no shorter than 3/4 calf. Strap-less dresses ARE acceptable.
In addition: Anime Oasis reserves the right to deny access to anyone who may meet the dress code, yet fails to maintain a minimum level of refinement.
We understand that there are attendees who may wish to attend in the attire of the opposite sex. This will be permitted as along as the attendee wishing to do so meets all of the required dress code stated for the oppposite sex.
We have acquired a number of Suit Jackets and Tie that will be available for loan to Gentlemen who are without.
REQUIREMENTS FOR MASKS:
During our "In the presence of..." event of the formal, masks will be required.
Masks must cover the area around the eyes.
Masks may either worn by string or other attachment or held via a stick.
The face must be covered during the entire period of "In the presence of..."
1pm Autograph Session
Autograph sessions occur daily. You can meet the guests of Anime Oasis and get their autographs. We do this a little differently than other conventions. Instead of lining up to meet one guest, everyone gets into a long line and meets all of the guests. We have our guests because they are great people. You can get the autograph you wanted and learn more about the other personalities that make Anime Oasis so amazing.
2pm Cosplay Sign up/Practice/Prep
This is the new time of cosplay sign ups. Those interested in entering our Cosplay Contest must sign up during this time. Once you have signed up, you must stay in the Arena until you havee completed your performance. We will accept video introductions and music for skits at this time.
4pm Cosplay Contest
Our featured cosplay contest returns with prizes totaling $1700 in cash. Cosplayer prepare long and hard for competitions such as this, which provides amazing entertainment for those enjoying the show for the audience.
7:30pm Battle Karaoke National Championship
COO-IE introduces the Battle Karaoke National Championship. A long time staple of COO-IE's convention programming, Battle Karaoke now takes it to the next level. Winners from other conventions hosting Qualifier Events will be on hand to compete for the National Championship.
10pm Roller Disco
Get ready to go old school! The Anime Oasis Roller Disco is unlike anything else in the anime convention world. Our DJ will be mixing classic disco, late 70s/early 80s anime, and other great skating songs live on two turntables. Bring your own skates or borrow ours. (Roller Blades are ok! Skates are required, waviers required and are available on site. 18+ due to wavier restrictions.)
12pm Autograph Session
Autograph sessions occur daily. You can meet the guests of Anime Oasis and get their autographs. We do this a little differently than other conventions. Instead of lining up to meet one guest, everyone gets into a long line and meets all of the guests. We have our guests because they are great people. You can get the autograph you wanted and learn more about the other personalities that make Anime Oasis so amazing.
1pm Battle Cosplay Sign ups
Any cosplayers interested in entering Battle Cosplay must sign up at this time.
1:30pm Battle Cosplay
The original Battle Cosplay event. Developed in 2004 by Anime Oasis. Battle Cosplay features teams of two cosplayers acting out fighting game like moves to defeat their opponents. Each battle consists of a best 2 of 3 fight. One person on each team rolls dice and the other fights. Luck and skill will determine an ultimate winner.
4pm Closing Ceremonies
The official end of the convention. Hear the guest talk about how much they enjoyed the convention and learn about future events.
At the end of closing ceremonies, we will have our annual Hockey Shootout. Long time guest, Michael Coleman will play for a chance to be invited to the next Anime Oasis is a single shot showdown with Convention Chairman Jeremy Lopett.
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