"DragonBall" Panel at AnimeNext

Jerseymilk · Post by **Jerseymilk** » Wed Mar 10, 2004 12:10 am

That would certainly be a lot less embarrassing then just three people singing. Except one problem, as EX stated, he doesn't know what type of fans he's going to get at the panel. Will they be into the original Japanese or the English dubbed version? Maybe they'll even be completely new to DB, period? That means that if it's mostly people into the dubbed, they won't be that familiar with "Head-Cha-La" and then if there are "sub" people and "dub people", the panel will end up making the "dub" people feel cut off. And then if the majority of the crowd is totally new to DB, well, they'll have no idea what the heck is going on. Of course, EX and Co. could always have everyone sing along to "The GT Rap" and watch the riots start!

By the way Liam, about your avatar. So in other words, you're sending everyone a subtle message that you've got the handsomest face in the world?

The S · Post by **The S** » Wed Mar 10, 2004 11:55 am

Hey, I said I was pulling those ideas out of my ass, didn't I? I had a really good one, but after my chins insult, I forgot it all...

And if Jay Leno has the most handsome face in the world... then I'm Jesus H. Christ...

Post by **VegettoEX** » Wed Mar 10, 2004 1:14 pm

Con chair has given me the go-ahead to start planning the panel. w00t~! I'll be posting more details (as I get them, such as time, place, etc.) on the main page.

PsyLiam · Post by **PsyLiam** » Wed Mar 10, 2004 3:39 pm

Well Amy, are you saying that you're a...whatever that is?

As for the panel, there's always the old botcon standby: You could do a MST3K thing, over one of the movies or something. But it'd be very tricky to pull off.

Howsabout a comparison of the various DB products around the world? You could show what advantages the FUNi DVDs have over the Dragonboxes, and vice versa, for instance.

Meri · Post by **Meri** » Wed Mar 10, 2004 3:49 pm

Just a thought for the panel that I'd like to put out there:

I think it would be a neat introduction if we had some sort of video that highlighted all of the important moment from the series. I was thinking "damn, how are we going to find the time to edit that?"

Then I realized that the Project Doomrider DBZ AMV project covers all of the DBZ sagas and all of the important moments in one easy and fun-to-view package! So, maybe showing the completed project (provided it's finished before the con) as an intro would be a fun way to start the panel.

Post by **VegettoEX** » Wed Mar 10, 2004 6:41 pm

Meri wrote:Just a thought for the panel that I'd like to put out there:

I think it would be a neat introduction if we had some sort of video that highlighted all of the important moment from the series. I was thinking "damn, how are we going to find the time to edit that?"

Then I realized that the Project Doomrider DBZ AMV project covers all of the DBZ sagas and all of the important moments in one easy and fun-to-view package! So, maybe showing the completed project (provided it's finished before the con) as an intro would be a fun way to start the panel.

Was planning on it...

Jerseymilk · Post by **Jerseymilk** » Wed Mar 10, 2004 8:57 pm

PsyLiam wrote:Well Amy, are you saying that you're a...whatever that is?

As for the panel, there's always the old botcon standby: You could do a MST3K thing, over one of the movies or something. But it'd be very tricky to pull off.

Howsabout a comparison of the various DB products around the world? You could show what advantages the FUNi DVDs have over the Dragonboxes, and vice versa, for instance.

You mean my Japanese Tora monster Liam? Of course not! I just have it because I think he's cute and I'd like to have one for a pet.

Your idea about the various DBZ products is a good one I think. Especially the comparison of the different DVDs.

And I love Meri's suggestion! That would really make a snazzy impression I think.

The S · Post by **The S** » Thu Mar 11, 2004 12:31 am

By that logic, EX would be Shinji's daddy (forget his name :p), Meri would belong on Excel Saga, and I would be non-existant.

Jerseymilk · Post by **Jerseymilk** » Thu Mar 11, 2004 12:48 am

Hey, EX does have powers equivalent to Gendo over this forum and like Mr. Ikari, he can at points be ooonnnne scary bastard!

Post by **VegettoEX** » Thu Mar 11, 2004 1:01 am

On topic, please...

Jerseymilk · Post by **Jerseymilk** » Thu Mar 11, 2004 1:11 am

I was just wondering EX, how big this particular convention is? I mean do you have any rough idea as to how many people you might get attending the panel from how many people attend this convention? I'm asking because I figure it might affect exactly what and how you might want to present things. It might give all of us a better idea of what else to suggest.

Post by **VegettoEX** » Thu Mar 11, 2004 1:24 am

This is the third year of the convention. They got about 1000 people their first year, and 1500 people last year. I'm not sure what their expectations are for this year...

For the AMV panel last year... it was the VERY last thing at the ENTIRE convention (other than closing ceremonies), but I'd say we got about 40 people, which ain't too shabby. I'm pushing for much better timeslots (I'm pretty sure the AMV panel will get a good one, at least), and with a topic like DB at a con with lots of kids... probably get good attendence. Yes, a lot of children go to the con, so they're mostly going to be dubbies, I'm sure. Be a great chance to address rumors!

Jerseymilk · Post by **Jerseymilk** » Thu Mar 11, 2004 1:37 am

Okay, thanks EX. That definitely helps a lot! I can get a better picture now of what kinds suggestions would be best. I'll get my brain working and post some more.

Jerseymilk · Post by **Jerseymilk** » Thu Mar 11, 2004 2:28 am

Thought of some ideas. About presenting the topic on why the series is popular, I think it would be great to involve the audience in that one. You could have some people state what they really like about the show, what made them get into it in the first place. I know if you happen to get young kids, they'll definitely want to give their reasons. It would be kind of like what you did on the forums here with the "Happy DBZ Web Community Memories" post. Everyone here very much enjoyed that thread.

And for the rumors/myths topic, I think you should make it very humorous, since a lot of the rumors, such Chi-Chi being an undercover Saiyajin and Toriyama being dead are quite funny. Plus, I think that by adding humor, it will really make that topic in the panel stand out, because it really is important to clear these rumors up. I know that your site itself always has the "Rumors Section" up, and I always tell people to go there as proof, but as soon as I've cleared it up for someone, it seems like just a week goes by and I see someone else on the internet saying something like AF is real again. A lot of the times, it's kids who just don't know enough to question the integrity of a site. That's all I have for now.

omae no kaasan · Post by **omae no kaasan** » Mon Mar 15, 2004 7:05 am

Hmmm, I am coming back in mid-June, or at least planning on that. I would love to attend if, well, I didn't hate the vast majority of American Japanese animations fans. That and and all *even so-called 'hot'* Caucasian cosplayers scare the shit out of me.

Any chance of video?

Super Sonic · Post by **Super Sonic** » Wed Mar 24, 2004 3:06 am

I wish you guys good luck. Due to financial reasons I can't fly out there but if I could i would. Be interesting to meet you guys. So Sakura Con will have to do for me.

number18 · Post by **number18** » Mon May 10, 2004 9:06 am

Ooh a myoosic video! That sounds exciting.

As for panel content...hmmm. I don't have any solid ideas, but I think we're all well-prepared for any topic that might arise. It would be kinda neat to have the Japanese DBZ music playing gently in the background...for ambiance, but that might distract people.

Jerseymilk · Post by **Jerseymilk** » Mon May 10, 2004 10:34 am

You know #18 whenever you cosplay, you should have a portable tape player playing "Perfum No.18" and then stand around and walk along with the song. I bet it would look "cool".

number18 · Post by **number18** » Sun May 16, 2004 1:33 am

Jerseymilk wrote:You know #18 whenever you cosplay, you should have a portable tape player playing "Perfum No.18" and then stand around and walk along with the song. I bet it would look "cool".

Good god, Jerseymilk.

That song is so messed up. I can imagine doing a lot of lame model-walking...then stopping and posing. Ohhh it woule be corny.

Personally, I prefer Jinzouningen Machi E.

=goes off to rubbing chin as more cosplay-related ideas enter her mind=

B-kun · Post by **B-kun** » Sun May 16, 2004 1:42 am

o.x Argh. number18, your avvie's a bit large.

Kanzenshuu

"DragonBall" Panel at AnimeNext

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