PAX Prime 2010 - Anyone actually going?

[hunterx280]

So far I'm not hearing of too many people going to PAX this year. According to Gabe, it looks like 3 day passes will be selling out this week (http://twitter.com/cwgabriel/status/18455121939). I wanted to get a good idea of who is coming and who isn't. I'm starting to think it might not be worth spending the money if so few people are going or maybe just getting a one day pass.

[xoanon]

I'm still going and I will multiply my fun by the number of people who can't go. People who *don't* go, on the other hand...

[hunterx280]

I'm still going and I will multiply my fun by the number of people who can't go. People who *don't* go, on the other hand...

Interesting, is that a class feature or racial attribute?

[LiquidRain]

I think it's because we all know there's a bunch of us that are definitely going and wouldn't miss it.

I'd be surprised if there were less people than the last time I went back in '08.

[Rogue_hunter]

I won't be going this year, screw all you hippies having fun in Seattle!

[hunterx280]

I won't be going this year, screw all you hippies having fun in Seattle!

See what I mean? It's this shit that has me all pessimistic.

[LiquidRain]

I won't be going this year, screw all you hippies having fun in Seattle!
Aww really? well at least I'll get to see your face be continually put atop a pair of boobies in TF2.

[KillerMcDead]

I'm there. Passes, hotel and flights already booked. There's at least 5 or 6 of us booked already if you check out the registration thread.

[TrackZero]

I'll be in attendance at PAX Prime '10.

[KillerMcDead]

Wow. If I were to judge by this thread, I would say it looks like CoG will be represented by a large Canadian contingency this Pax 'round.

Fuckin' eh!

[hunterx280]

Wow. If I were to judge by this thread, I would say it looks like CoG will be represented by a large Canadian contingency this Pax 'round.

Fuckin' eh!

I was just coming in to say something along those lines LOL! It'll be the Canadians and a couple Seattle natives.

[Psykoboy2]

I really...and I mean REALLY fucking hate missing out this year.

[mightbe]

You will all regret missing it. We will be partying hard this year.

[Ravenlock]

Can't do it this time. It's a shame, because the previous weekend will be my 30th birthday, so I'd be in a partying mood. But it just ain't happening.

Have fun without me guys. See you at PAX Boston in 2011, hopefully.

[Backseat Killer]

Well, I have my passes, hotel and flights but am still wondering if I will actually be there... hopefully I'll get to see you fools this year!!

[wyeast]

You will all regret missing it. We will be partying hard this year.
I will not be regretting, for I shall be there. :D

Which reminds me, you gonna be on the case for badgers, or should I rerun last year's bit?

... but am still wondering if I will actually be there...
What? The hell, you say! :mad: No backrubs and donuts for you if you don't make it! :p

Also. Rouge - are you trying to make me cry??

[Rogue_hunter]

Also. Rouge - are you trying to make me cry??

http://img337.imageshack.us/img337/7616/gocryemokid.jpg

Unless you can pay $350 for the flights and $350 for the hotel room, it won't be happening this year. Also, last year sorta screwed up my routine for the entire semester, basically taking off the 3rd week because of PAX and PAXconSARS. Shouldn't really be taking the better part of two weeks off during my senior year.

But if all goes well, I'll be there next year!

[Samitchdoo]

I really...and I mean REALLY fucking hate missing out this year.

I've felt that way since I came back from 2004.

[wyeast]

http://img337.imageshack.us/img337/7616/gocryemokid.jpg
Don't sweat it. I'm just trying to tell you that you'll be missed. :o

:D

I really...and I mean REALLY fucking hate missing out this year.

Shit, dude. I was just thinking about posting the thread about the forthcoming Magical Mystery Tour of eateries (including the burger joint you saw the pics from last year). :(

[Loki]

First time going this year. Should be a blast.

[ElektroDragon]

I will be there all 3 days! Will there be any updated PAX10 CoG merchandise? I'd like to get something. Also, if anyone needs help with PAX CoG news coverage, please let me know!

[ShadokatRegn]

I'll be missing PAX this year, but visiting Dragon Con instead - so I don't know that I am really bummed about missing PAX. You kids, go have fun though.

[iHap]

I'm going for sure, getting my plane ticket sometime this week hopefully. Hoping this year should be better than the last! :)

[xoanon]

If we start now there's no excuse for lack of CoG PAX gear.

[Psykoboy2]

I'll be missing PAX this year, but visiting Dragon Con instead - so I don't know that I am really bummed about missing PAX. You kids, go have fun though.

I'm thinking of doing the same. Maybe we should start a dragon con thread.

[iHap]

Dragon Con...pfff what a load of false-nerdyness.

[hunterx280]

Well, it's official, the 3 day passes are sold out (http://twitter.com/cwgabriel/status/18621185668). Good thing I got mine yesterday.

[ElektroDragon]

That's crazy... I would have thought it would be less mobbed now that PAX East is being held. Maybe to the point that they would not sell out. So much for not being packed like sardines! I'd like to find the folks who are double dipping PAX East and PAX Prime and slap them around a bit. :)

[Jackel]

I'll be there, ready to rock and roll with the rest of CoG!

[pronounconnoun]

Not 100% going. I have my fingers crossed, though. Always a good time with the CoGs.

[civil]

I've purchased my 3 Day Pass, but may not be able to go. Too many expenses this year, perhaps. :(

[wyeast]

Not 100% going. I have my fingers crossed, though. Always a good time with the CoGs.

Crossing my fingers for you and DangerChan. :D

civil: :(

[Goronmon]

I'll definitely be there. Everything is all booked.

[ElektroDragon]

Have there been any CoG group meetups at PAX Prime in previous years?

Sorry, I never really kept tabs, but I'd like to be a better member of this community and attend. No excuse for not going all three days when you live 20 minutes away from PAX. :)

[TrackZero]

ElektroDragon posed a reminder as well, CoG shirts for this years PAX. We'll have to figure that out shortly.

Edit: And yes ElekD, there's always a CoG dinner and we pretty much stick together in smaller groups of CoGers around the show.

[iHap]

I'll have to break out photoshop and make a new shirt design.

[ElektroDragon]

I'll have to break out photoshop and make a new shirt design.

How about a design where the 0 in PAX 10 is in the shape of a cog?? Intersect the 0 cog in 10 with the o cog in CoG in some way??

[iHap]

How about a design where the 0 in PAX 10 is in the shape of a cog?? Intersect the 0 cog in 10 with the o cog in CoG in some way??
That is a great idea. I'll play around with that when i do get to making the design.

[iHap]

New PAX line ups, and new main theatre info just released today.

Quote is Link for the PA-Forum Thread

Changes for PAX 2010 (and we need your help to spread the word)

I’ll be the first to say we were surprised at how quick 3-day badges sold out, especially since we got the green-light from the convention center to sell even more for 2010. But the reason we’re able to do that is because of a few changes:

1. Registration is at the Sheraton Hotel. That’s the one kitty-corner from the Cheesecake Factory. Yeah, I know that everyone pre-reg’d so you shouldn’t need to go there, but those that DO need it (international badges, will call, etc.) can find it there on the 2nd Floor.

2. There’s an additional satellite theatre (Pegasus Theatre, Seats 1,200), also at the Sheraton Hotel, right by Registration.

3. Do you remember the Pike Street Annex? They renovated and renamed it to The Conference Center, and we’re taking space there too (Mostly tabletop and a few other exhibitors)! You can access it via either street level or down a brand new escalator in the Expo Hall of the Convention Center.

4. The Expo Hall has expanded into Hall B, which for those of you who have been to PAX know as The Queue Room. The Queue Room has been shifted into Hall A (last year’s main theatre).

5. Now you’re probably thinking, wait – if the old Main Theatre is the new Queue Room, where’s the new Main Theatre? Well – this is the biggest change, which is that the Main Theatre is offsite. It’s a big deal to us, so I’m going to make it’s very own paragraph.

The Main Theatre
It’s not very far (5-6 minute walk – about the same as from Floor 6 to Floor 1), but it’s still offsite. It’s at the Benaroya Hall (where the Seattle Symphony plays!) on 3rd and Union, and besides being not-in-the-convention-center, there are a few things you need to know.

1. Since the Keynote will be at 10:30 AM on Friday, there will actually be TWO areas to lineup. One in the Convention Center by the expo hall, and one inside Benaroya Hall.

2. For those PAX Vets, you should know that each line up area in the morning will distribute 1,000 of the wristbands for the concerts on Friday and Saturday morning. (the wristbands get you into the concert first, after that it’s first-come first serve)

3. In order to avoid you walking down to the main theatre to find there is no more space, we have a special twitter account, just for you. @pax_lines will give up to the minute updates on the line status of the main theatre (e.g.: “There are 270 more spots available in the line.” And “Sorry, there is no more space in the line for the Keynote. Please do not come down here.”). There will be a display on the first floor of the convention center that will also be showing this feed. So again: FOLLOW @PAX_LINES (http://forums.penny-arcade.com/showthread.php?p=15775415)

[ElektroDragon]

You know things are getting freaking ridiculous when a gargantuan convention center can't house PAX. They're taking over the entire city at this point.

I think they should just move the darn thing to one of the Boeing hangars around here made for building jumbo jets. There, all in one room. No insanity. Big big doors on both sides in case of fire or riot. :p

Why they can't just limit the number of passes to allow a SANE number of people in the convention buildings only is beyond me. You don't have this kind of madness with Sakuracon held in the same place.

EDIT: Nevermind, the hangar is a bad idea... you'd never be able to hear anyone say anything, just a constant roar of noise.

[KillerMcDead]

Yeah my group and I are planning on getting in line for the keynote/Q&A bright and early that morning. We're thinking 6AMish. Just hang out and play some DQIX or something.

I'd definitely grab a CoG shirt. Keep me posted :)

EDIT: I was thinking of playing around with photoshop for a while to see if I could come up with a few ideas for a design. Anywhere I can find a copy of the CoG wheel?

[Voodoo]

FYI - Just got an email that the keynote speaker is Warren Spector.

[iHap]

FYI - Just got an email that the keynote speaker is Warren Spector.
Saw that too. I almost screamed with excitement here at work.

[Sl1pstream]

Yeah my group and I are planning on getting in line for the keynote/Q&A bright and early that morning. We're thinking 6AMish. Just hang out and play some DQIX or something.

You're not getting in that early. :p

EDIT: You're not getting into the queue room that early. I'm also pretty sure that the greencoats won't even let you into the PAX area that early.

EDIT2: There's a big chance that they'll let people queue up for the keynote inside the queue room. At least that's what happened the past few years. Which means that there won't even be a queue until everyone's cleared that room.

[KillerMcDead]

You're not getting in that early. :p

EDIT: You're not getting into the queue room that early. I'm also pretty sure that the greencoats won't even let you into the PAX area that early.

EDIT2: There's a big chance that they'll let people queue up for the keynote inside the queue room. At least that's what happened the past few years. Which means that there won't even be a queue until everyone's cleared that room.

We weren't expecting to get in that early. We were gonna go down and wait outside Benaroya Hall until they open the doors for the queue. Can't stop us from standing on a sidewalk right?

I've never been to Pax, so we might be going way overboard with this. I have no idea what to expect. We just really wanna be there for the Keynote (even more so now) and the Q&A. Plus, we really want to get wristbands for the first concert.

On a side note, if any CoG'ers are gonna be heading down, I'm sure I could save a spot or two.

[UWCrash]

I will be attending PAX Prime, carrying with me all of the hate and rage that fuels my dark heart.

Has anyone heard of any third-party events going on yet? (Blue Skittle, etc.)

[TrackZero]

I will be attending PAX Prime, carrying with me all of the hate and rage that fuels my dark heart.


Yessssssssssssssssssssssss.

[Ten19]

I'm most likely out for Prime it seems :( Going to make it a point to plan for Prime next year, and skip over East this time 'round.

[ElektroDragon]

This reminds me, people in the PAX lines can be awfully rude. Some of them walk in slow motion and if you happen to pass by them even though the isle is like 6 feet wide, they make all sorts of snide remarks about you. All I can say is, MOVE YOUR ASS OR LOSE YOUR PLACE!

Oh, and DO NOT BRING WHEELED LUGGAGE INTO LINE WITH YOU.

Thank you.

[KillerMcDead]

This reminds me, people in the PAX lines can be awfully rude. Some of them walk in slow motion and if you happen to pass by them even though the isle is like 6 feet wide, they make all sorts of snide remarks about you. All I can say is, MOVE YOUR ASS OR LOSE YOUR PLACE!

Oh, and DO NOT BRING WHEELED LUGGAGE INTO LINE WITH YOU.

Thank you.

I'm gettin' in line with you.

[National Kato]

I've purchased my 3 Day Pass, but may not be able to go. Too many expenses this year, perhaps. :(

Italy hit my bank account hard. I have my 3-day pass and hotel booked, but not flight. I'm on the fence again unless my finances can rebound this next month. :(

[mightbe]

I should have time to finish my PAX Prime 2010 shirt design even though I'm swamped with trying to find a third fourth and fifth job. Wyeast, if you would take care of badges that would be super. Lemme know if you need a hand with any of the pchopping etc.

[civil]

Italy hit my bank account hard. I have my 3-day pass and hotel booked, but not flight. I'm on the fence again unless my finances can rebound this next month. :(
Hey, welcome back! How was Italy?

Yeah, I've just got the pass. Is the hotel paid for or do you just have to cancel in time?

[National Kato]

Hey, welcome back! How was Italy?

Yeah, I've just got the pass. Is the hotel paid for or do you just have to cancel in time?

Italy was great, but brutally hot. Like 100 degrees in the shade each day and humid. We were changing clothes twice a day to keep dry and clean. Just the wrong month to vacation in that country, but it was enjoyable despite the climate. We were there for a wedding, ultimately, so we couldn't have scheduled it differently.

I have the hotel reserved, but not paid for. So I can still cancel and sell my 3-day pass, if necessary. I'm still hoping to make it as I've been planning on it, but money talks.

[wyeast]

I should have time to finish my PAX Prime 2010 shirt design even though I'm swamped with trying to find a third fourth and fifth job. Wyeast, if you would take care of badges that would be super. Lemme know if you need a hand with any of the pchopping etc.

I was just thinking about that last night, too. I started working on one draft - I'm sure to switch things around once I start seeing some of the artwork for the Prime shirts.

When I get home I'll post up the draft in a thread so folks can put their names in for the list. :)

[Sl1pstream]

We weren't expecting to get in that early. We were gonna go down and wait outside Benaroya Hall until they open the doors for the queue. Can't stop us from standing on a sidewalk right?

I've never been to Pax, so we might be going way overboard with this. I have no idea what to expect. We just really wanna be there for the Keynote (even more so now) and the Q&A. Plus, we really want to get wristbands for the first concert.

On a side note, if any CoG'ers are gonna be heading down, I'm sure I could save a spot or two.

I didn't work MT last time (or attend the keynote because I was working ST), but I think that they're clearing the room after every panel. Keynote/Q&A might be the exception. I haven't really looked at what's going on this year though.

If the previous years were any indication, you do want to get there on time. Just not that early. Also, it might rain, so while they can't stop you from waiting on the sidewalk (and they won't), that might not be the ideal place to wait anyway. You can probably get into the convention center lobby pretty early though. There's coffee there, which might help you get through the day.

[pronounconnoun]

Moving to a newer, more expensive apartment has really affected my ability to retain money in my bank account. I've cut down on a lot of luxury items and right now PAX is a luxury item. So I'm currently looking for a new job for more money, but also for my sanity. Wish me luck and maybe I'll see everyone at PAX.

[civil]

Austin !

[wyeast]

So I'm currently looking for a new job for more money, but also for my sanity. Wish me luck and maybe I'll see everyone at PAX.
D'oh! Good luck! :(

[Sl1pstream]

Austin !

Are you saying that you'll be in Austin during PAX?

[TurboKinny]

I definitely won't be there. I'm flying to Seattle for a wedding the weekend of the 22nd, and there's no way I can do both. Eat some Voodoo Donuts for me!

[Bone]

Are you saying that you'll be in Austin during PAX?Yes Civil, what was this outburst, just the Alzheimer's flaring up?

[civil]

Yes Civil, what was this outburst, just the Alzheimer's flaring up?
I had joked with Joey about having an anti-PAX somewhere, and I threw out Austin because it seemed cheap and central in case others wanted to go. See, flights to Seattle (from Chicago at least) are expensive as hell and when you throw in the accommodations you've got yourself a nigh-European-level of expense right there. Fuck that noise.

But other things have come up, and now it looks like not only is PAX not happening, but an anti-PAX may not be possible either. :( For me, at least.

[Sl1pstream]

It's totally happening now! With or without you!

Zombie Dice!

[hunterx280]

It's totally happening now! With or without you!

Zombie Dice!

Is Anti-PAX where we stay completely sober and do anything but play games?

Because that sounds sort of boring.

[Bone]

I had joked with Joey about having an anti-PAX somewhere, and I threw out Austin because it seemed cheap and central in case others wanted to go. See, flights to Seattle (from Chicago at least) are expensive as hell and when you throw in the accommodations you've got yourself a nigh-European-level of expense right there. Fuck that noise.

But other things have come up, and now it looks like not only is PAX not happening, but an anti-PAX may not be possible either. :( For me, at least.
Bummer. Well I think that's when Slip will be down here in Austin, and I hear Torrefaction is moving nearby shortly. We may have an anti-PAX after all.

[Sl1pstream]

Is Anti-PAX where we stay completely sober and do anything but play games?

Because that sounds sort of boring.

Yes, keynote speaker is Jacob.

[iHap]

As a reminder, for anyone who hasn't seen the CoG PAX phone numbers google doc you should check it out and add the list to your phone.

[ElektroDragon]

As a reminder, for anyone who hasn't seen the CoG PAX phone numbers google doc you should check it out and add the list to your phone.

What? Where? :confused:

[Generation ABXY]

You'll probably need to ask Voodoo for an invite, ED.

[Voodoo]

You'll probably need to ask Voodoo for an invite, ED.
LOL! Not me... I'm not the person doing the PAX Prime 2010 phone list. Unfortunately, I'm also not attending PAX Prime 2010. :eek:

[pronounconnoun]

99.99999% sure I will not be able to make it. Unless I can raise about $1000 dollars within the next month (0.00001% chance).

Investing in some lottery tickets, though. Cross your fingers.

[Generation ABXY]

LOL! Not me... I'm not the person doing the PAX Prime 2010 phone list. Unfortunately, I'm also not attending PAX Prime 2010. :eek:

Oh, sorry. I remember your e-mail popping up a lot in the past, so I just assumed... :o

[hunterx280]

Just checked, according to Google Docs it is owned by one Mr. Ghostbear. I think I can invite you though the list is a bit out of date as I know some of those people won't be making it. If you have access, could you put if you are confirmed for PAX 2010?

[iHap]

Just checked, according to Google Docs it is owned by one Mr. Ghostbear. I think I can invite you though the list is a bit out of date as I know some of those people won't be making it. If you have access, could you put if you are confirmed for PAX 2010?
nice idea. added it next to my name.

[hunterx280]

nice idea. added it next to my name.

Yeah, hopefully everyone is keeping track of this thread but if you know someone is coming, I say spread the word or just update it for them.

[KillerMcDead]

I can't find it on there...

[wyeast]

99.99999% sure I will not be able to make it. Unless I can raise about $1000 dollars within the next month (0.00001% chance).

Investing in some lottery tickets, though. Cross your fingers.

NOoooo! *sobs*

Sorry, dude. Gonna miss you guys. :(

[pronounconnoun]

I'm going to miss you, awesome food. I mean Wyeast...


BURGERS!!!

[hunterx280]

I'm going to miss you, awesome food. I mean Wyeast...


BURGERS!!!

Awwww that sucks, you'll miss out on all the fun. Weren't you working like a million years of OT? What the hell man? Did you buy a solid gold codpiece or something?

[wyeast]

*laugh*

man, I'm eating a cuban sandwich for you when I get there, brother. :(

[astranoir]

99.99999% sure I will not be able to make it. Unless I can raise about $1000 dollars within the next month (0.00001% chance).

Investing in some lottery tickets, though. Cross your fingers.

Man, I was hoping to live vicariously through you and Rini :(

[pronounconnoun]

Awwww that sucks, you'll miss out on all the fun. Weren't you working like a million years of OT? What the hell man? Did you buy a solid gold codpiece or something?

OT should mean "over taxed." I get a little bit more every pay period, but it all goes to our new palace of an apartment. If we were still at our old shit-box, I'm sure we could have gone.

Haven't gotten a new job yet, either. A few nibbles, but nothing worth leaving my current job over.

*laugh*

man, I'm eating a cuban sandwich for you when I get there, brother. :(

You are the man who knows where it's at.

I will miss hanging out with all of you this time around, but there's always hope for 2011.

[wyeast]

I will miss hanging out with all of you this time around, but there's always hope for 2011.
Dude, you're gonna make me cry. :(

:o 2011! Woo! :D

[wyeast]

Man, I was hoping to live vicariously through you and Rini :(

There's this whole meat pie tangent that we're putting on hold for when you can make it out again. :o

[shodan2020]

I really had my heart set on going, but unfortunately my finances say otherwise for this year. I hope that those of you that can make it have a blast. I'll try my best for next year.

[Backseat Killer]

So I'm out too... after China joy and Gamescom plus a marketing visit to Germany and Ireland (currently in Dublin!) i don't want to travel anymore... plus the house is finally done so when I get home, i get to move...

Sorry to miss everyone again this year but next year - it is SO on!!

[wyeast]

You guys really are trying to make me cry, aren't you? :mad:

:o

:(