Hi all,

We have some very exciting things to announce: DashCon 2 merchandise is opening for pre-order this week!!

You can buy merch items to be shipped worldwide, or picked up at the Merch Desk at DashCon 2 for no extra cost. Shipping will begin after the convention so as to not deprive physical con attendees of exclusive first access. Stickers, buttons, t-shirts, posters—and yes, shoelaces—abound!

But wait—there’s more!

The Duel Collection

Stake your claim on either side of The Duel with custom The Duel Collection merch! T-shirts, buttons, stickers, and more are available Friday, May 9th!

But first, we need your help!

We have a bunch of t-shirt ideas, and no idea which one to pick. So we thought we’d put it to a vote!

Option 1

Option 2

Option 3

Cosplay Photoshoots

In preparation for the publishing of the map and tentative itinerary, we are taking a leaf out of Anime North’s book and opening the floor to cosplay photoshoot applications.

At conventions, Cosplay Photoshoots are when cosplayers from specific fandoms/fandom groups organize a time and place outdoors next to the convention hall to take photos together. The given fandom can be as broad as ‘Idol’ or ‘Tumblr Sexymen’, or as specific as ‘Homestuck.’

These photoshoots are entirely unofficial and unaffiliated with convention staff. They are typically led by one or two cosplayer attendees who want to gather everyone else cosplaying in their fandom in one area for half an hour or so. Non-cosplayer fandom enthusiasts are welcome to come and take photos of the cosplayers, too!

If you want to host one, all you need to do is email activities@dashcontwo.com with your name, fandom, and general time! We’ll help you coordinate a photoshoot spot.