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Alan Tudyk
Alan Tudyk is a multi-dimensional actor whose credits span stage, film, television, and voiceover entertainment platforms. Alan's iconic roles include K-2SO in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and Andor, Hoban 'Wash' Washburne in Firefly, Harry Vanderspeigle in Resident Alien, Dr. Phosphorus in Creature Commandos, King Candy in Wreck-It Ralph, Wat in A Knight's Tale, Steve the Pirate in Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story, Tucker in Tucker and Dale vs Evil, Oliver Queen in Young Justice, Optimus Prime in Transformers: EarthSpark, Sonny in I, Robot, Heihei in Moana, Superman's Robot in James Gunn's Superman, and many more fan-favorite characters.
Alan Tudyk is appearing Saturday and Sunday.
Adam Baldwin
Adam Baldwin made his film debut in My Bodyguard (1980). He later appeared in Full Metal Jacket (1987) as Animal Mother, and in the television series Firefly and its continuation film Serenity as Jayne Cobb. His roles include Stillman in Ordinary People (1980), Colonel John Casey in Chuck, Major Mitchell in Independence Day, and Mike Slattery in The Last Ship.
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Sylvester McCoy
Sylvester McCoy is a Scottish actor best known for playing the Seventh Doctor in the long-running BBC series Doctor Who (1987–1989), becoming the final Doctor of the show’s original run. He later reprised the role in the 1996 television film and appeared in several later Doctor Who productions. Fantasy fans also know him as Radagast the Brown in The Hobbit film trilogy (2012–2014).
Sophie Aldred
Sophie Aldred is an English actress, television presenter, and author. She has worked extensively in children's television as a presenter and voice artist. She played the Seventh Doctor's companion, Ace, in the television series Doctor Who during the late 1980s, becoming the final companion in the series' first run.
Phil LaMarr
A Los Angeles native and Yale University alum, Phil LaMarr is a Groundlings Theater alumnus and original cast member of MADtv.
He’s widely known as the voice of Samurai Jack, Hermes on Futurama, Green Lantern on Justice League, playing and Marvin in Pulp Fiction.
His Star Wars roles include Gadon Thek in Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, Riiken in Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II: The Sith Lords, and Jedi Master Kit Fisto, Amit Noloff, Senators Bail Organa, Orn Free Taa, Philo, and the tactical droids in the Star Wars: The Clone Wars television series. More recently, he did various voice work for the video game Star Wars: The Old Republic and reprised his role as Senator Organa in Star Wars: Rebels and Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi.
Ryan Drummond
Ryan Drummond is an American actor, comedian, and singer. He is best known as the voice of the title character in Sega's Sonic the Hedgehog video game franchise from 1998 to 2004, and also voiced Knuckles the Echidna in Sonic Shuffle (2000) and Metal Sonic in Sonic Heroes (2003).
His other roles include Elliot in Blue Stinger (1999), the Doctor in Mafia: Definitive Edition (2020), and guest appearances in shows like Baywatch (1989) and Veronica Mars (2004), among others.
Amber Lee Connors
Amber Lee Connors is a professional voice actress for anime and video games. Her notable credits include Genshin Impact (Furina); Five Nights At Freddy's (Toy Chica); Komi Can’t Communicate (Komi); Attack on Titan (Pieck); JuJutsu Kaisen (Mei Mei); Demon Slayer (Nakime); Guilty Gear: Strive (I-NO); My Hero Academia (Ms. Joke); Fairy Tail (Brandish μ); RWBY (Vernal); JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: STONE OCEAN (Gwess); Trails of Cold Steel (Shirley Orlando & Roselia); Master Detective Archives: Rain Code (Halara Nightmare); Goddess of Victory: Nikke (Mary & Maxwell); Final Fantasy Brave Exvius: War of the Visions (Lilyth) and many more!
Andrew Thomas
Andrew Thomas, a comic book artist and letterer from Southwestern Ontario, has left his mark on some of the biggest franchises in pop culture. His artwork can be found in Kevin Smith’s Quick Stops, Archie Meets Jay & Silent Bob, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Godzilla, Star Trek: Lower Decks, and even the first-ever Canadian-exclusive cover for Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. Just to name a few.
Beyond illustration, Andrew is an award-winning letterer, recognized by Sequential Magazine as Favorite Letterer. His sharp eye and creative touch have brought life to titles like Maskerade, Mosely, Rat Queens, and the critically acclaimed Dead Romans — contributing to over 200 lettering credits across the industry.
Not one to stop there, Andrew also co-created and illustrated the Canadian indie hit Auric of the Great White North, praised for its unique storytelling and bold, striking artwork.
To keep up with his latest projects, behind-the-scenes insights, and artistic adventures, follow him on Instagram @thefatmanwholetters
Dave Warren
Dave Warren knows what makes a cartoon timeless — not just the laughs, but the layered satire, the brilliant characters, and the art in every frame. After a celebrated career as a professional animation artist and creative director on shows like The Simpsons and Pinky and The Brain, he stepped out from behind the scenes to speak
directly to the audience he knows and loves: the fans.
Dave has become a fan-favorite at Comic Cons and on podcasts, where he celebrates the culture we love and inspires new generations of fans and artists with his signature style and tales from the trenches. His brand, El Arto, built on the mantra “It’s Weird Not To Be Weird” and offers original art, pops, prints, and apparel for those who get the subtext.
Join Dave where artist, pop culture, and community meet, and see classic cartoons in a whole new way.
Kip Rasmussen
As an avid Tolkien illustrator, Kip Rasmussen has contributed images to Peter Jackson’s The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug DVD, as well as work to seven books for the Hachette Publishing Tolkien commentary series by David Day. His work was also selected for the official 2023 Tolkien published by Harper/Collins UK.
Stay tuned for the reveal of Kip Rasmussen’s 2026 exclusive print!
Cliff Cramp
Cliff Cramp is a veteran illustrator, painter and storyteller working in popular entertainment.
In his twenty-plus years as a professional Cliff has contributed his skills to a wide range of media — including animation, comics, music, games, books and editorials — for companies as diverse as Lucasfilm, 20th Century Fox, United Artists, MGM Studios, Trailer Park, Shout Factory, Hollywood Records, Nickelodeon TV Animation, Disney Entertainment, Warner bros, DC Comics, Acme Archives Direct, Penguin Books, Philomel Books, Ingram Micro, Menagerie Creative, and Dik Entertainment, among others.
The artist enjoys licensing deals associated with Lucasfilm, Fox, Warner Brothers, DreamWorks, and Disney — allowing him to legally work on their intellectual properties and earning Cliff awards and accolades in a number of genres. Lucasfilm/20th Century Fox via Menagerie Creative picked Cramp — out of a top list of talent — to illustrate the collectible Blue Ray covers for Star Wars: The Complete Saga, Star Wars: Episodes 1 to 3, and Star Wars: Episodes 4 to 6.
Cliff is a citizen of the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma.
Kōri Oujo
Kōri Oujo is an indie ENVTuber who is basically a silly raccoon who got isekai'ed into an ice princess from a world called Zhylan.
She streams on YouTube and Twitch, makes music, and best of all, can make you chuckle with her own crazy laugh!
She is making waves in the Vtuber industry by holding a consistent presence at conventions all by herself. Kōri is elevating the boundaries that allow Vtubers and their communities to connect. She is on the rise to continue making bigger moves in the Vtubing sphere!
Stay tuned for the VTuber concert announcement!
Nitevision
“Hi, friends! Nitevision here! I’m a YouTube/Twitch Streamer and Speedrunner, with a World Record for the Five Nights at Freddy’s: Security Breach Video Game. I’ve been playing Security Breach since 2022, set my first World Record in November of 2023, and have been pursuing more records ever since. I look forward to seeing everyone at Gem State Comic Con!”
Kristin Killtastic
Kristin Killtastic is an internationally renowned cosplayer based in Colorado Springs, CO, with a decade-long career bringing over 200 unique characters to life. Known for her expert foam-smithing, innovative character choices, and transformative makeup artistry, Kristin combines craftsmanship with captivating performance. Her work has been showcased in fashion shows and costume contests worldwide, earning numerous awards and features in multiple U.S. publications.
Her global presence includes a recent feature in a prestigious photo gallery in Barcelona, Spain, and a special invitation to stand on the Doctor Who float at London’s New Year’s Parade in 2015. Beyond cosplay, Kristin is a dynamic community leader — hosting panels, judging contests, mentoring aspiring cosplayers, organizing events, and contributing creatively to projects like a commercial jingle with voice actor Mark Britten. She also founded Happy Cat Talent Management, a boutique agency representing voice actors and booking gigs.
Kristin’s passion for cosplay extends beyond the costume, empowering others and shaping the industry with her talent, leadership, and entrepreneurial spirit.
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"I started cosplaying six years ago, and started primarily with anime characters. Now, I cosplay from just about anything, with an emphasis on animation and horror. My strengths lie in wig styling and glued hairlines, foam-work, and painting.
I started Heroes of Hope, a cosplay volunteer group for foster homes, children's hospitals, and more, where we cosplay princesses and superheroes."
Closeted Cosplay
Closeted Cosplay is an award-winning cosplayer with 8 years of competing and 5 years of judging experience. Their specialties include wig styling, sewing, and prop making. They use unconventional techniques and materials to make characters come to life. They can use materials like old tablecloths and curtains or thrifted pieces to build something new from the old. They have been cosplaying for almost a decade and have covered multiple fandoms such as Pokémon, DC, Soul Eater, and Animal Crossing. With such varied interests, Closeted Cosplay has met so many talented people who inspire them to take on more complex and challenging projects!