Cowboy Villain Cosplay
Cowboy Cosplay Villain, aka Xander Horne. He works at a hospital as an IT specialist and in the biomed department. He has just finished his graduate program from Northeastern State University. He has worked toward improving education standards in classrooms using graphic novels and manga to improve with reading and comprehension. He prefers drawing and sketching at off-site to help with focus.
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4:00 PM | Location: Boomer B
Historical Accuracy in Anime: What's Real and What's Not?
Anime often draws inspiration from real history, but how much of it is actually accurate? This panel breaks down how anime portrays historical events, cultures, and figures, separating fact from fiction.
Moderator: Rachel Karch (R Karch Photography)
Panelists: Cowboy Villain Cosplay, Red Bard, Rachel Karch (R Karch Photography)
1:00 PM | Location: Boomer B
Anime vs. Hollywood: Who Does Space Best?
Gundams or starships? Mecha battles or laser duels? Join us for a heated discussion comparing how anime and Western sci-fi approach space exploration, storytelling, and world-building. Audience participation highly encouraged -- who will win the ultimate showdown?
Moderator: Stephen Patrick
Panelists: La Blanke, Red Bard, Birdie, Cowboy Villain Cosplay, Stephen Patrick