So the date has been set. Iloilo’s First Hobby Con will be this coming August 10 to 11, 2013 at the Marymart Mall in the heart of the city. My major affiliations for this event are two at the moment: Iloilo Toys and Comics Collector and Magic: the Gathering Iloilo.

The toy display group is somewhat halfway done with the preparation, as we think about gimmicks to do for the visitors during the two-day display. We thought about having a photobooth to serve as the stage for souvenir photos, and also we’ll provide an “I Love ITCC” or “I Love Toys” signage for them to pose with. This would also serve as a promotion of the group to those interested to join the hobby.

As for Magic: the Gathering Iloilo, we are currently on the plan of a good tournament structure on the first day so as to get more players and also advertise the community. Standard would still be the format of choice. We just need the prizes to be spicy enough, and our booth to be at least interactive. This means endorsement from sponsors which I don’t know where to get at the moment.

I am still hoping for good news as the day progresses until the event and yes, sponsors would be good. Wish us luck.