Joshua Trope
An Oklahoma native, Joshua Trope is a Renegade Game Studios playtester and "Play Renegade" GM. A connoisseur of pop culture and a forever DM, his credits include four Power Rangers: Heroes of the Grid expansions and several promo cards for indie games. In his spare time, you can find Joshua wearing his trademark OU hat moderating panels, hosting tabletop for charity, and rooting for his alma mater at home games. Boomer!
8:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Crimson Meeting Room
Oklahoma's Eerie Secrets: Urban Legends & Ghost Stories
Oklahoma has a rich history of strange happenings, from haunted sites to paranormal encounters. In this panel, we'll recount the eerie tales that define the state's urban legends, and invite you to share your own unsettling stories.
Moderator: Jeff Provine
Panelists: Charles Dane Clark, Britt Alfred, Jeff Provine, Joshua Trope, Tommy B. Smith
3:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma G
Superfight: Who's the Ultimate Champion?
Ready for an epic showdown? Watch panelists battle it out in the ultimate test of imagination and persuasion in Superfight! Each panelist is given a randomly chosen character and a bizarre attribute, then must argue their case on why their fighter is the true champion. From superheroes with ridiculous powers to mythical creatures with surprising skills, it's a hilarious clash of strengths, wit, and creativity. The best part? The audience gets to decide who emerges victorious! Get ready for laughs, debates, and plenty of wild scenarios.
Moderator: Phillip Drayer Duncan
Panelists: Phillip Drayer Duncan, TKM Cosplay, Joshua Trope, Da Juggernaut, Caleb Masters
3:00 PM | Location: Sooner A
Authoritarianism vs. Democracy: Which Truly Defines the World?
With most of the world living under authoritarian regimes, is democracy really the global standard? This panel explores political history, cultural perspectives, and ethical considerations surrounding governance in the modern world.
Moderator: Dr Paisley
Panelists: Joshua Trope, Dr Paisley, Tim Frayser, Aislinn Burrows, Shai Fenwick