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D20 Girls Magazine is published 4 times

per year. Manufactured and published

in the United States of America. The Edi-

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addressed to EDITOR. D20 Girls Maga-

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Publisher:OGO Publications, Inc.

Editorial Staff for this issue:Abigail “AbiSue” Selvidge,

Editor-In-Chief and Graphic Designer

Contributors:Abigail “AbiSue” Selvidge

Alissa “Saki” ButzowJoana “L” Perkins

Jondi “Ruby Red” Schmitt-SoperKacey Gambrell

Laura “Cryshayn” LattermanRosalie

Synthia “Kiddo” Amend

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Table of ContentsThe Power of Fandom.................................Page 4

Steamed: Steampunk Fashion Show.......Page 6

Operation: Boobies......................................Page 10

Deadly Meatballs of Deliciousness and Doom.............................Page 12

Crock Pot Pumpkin Chili...........................Page 13

“Lilith” Welcome to My Realm.................Page 14

AbiSue Cosplay Pictorial............................Page 17

Ohayocon 2011.............................................Page 20

Ask L: Questions From Our Girls.............Page 22

Kiddo Cosplay Pictorial.............................Page 23

Dragon*Con 2011.........................................Page 26

Costumes on a Budget..............................Page 30

Strong and Creative Cosplayers in North Carolina..................Page 33

QuakeCon 2011...........................................Page 38

Unconventional: The Culture of Conventions....................Page 40

Erie Days of Gaming.................................Page 42

The D20 GirlsThe D20 Girls embody Confidence,

Realiability, Intelligence, and a Strong Work Ethic. We break down stereo-types, we are NOT Barbie Dolls. We do NOT come in one shape! We do NOT come in one size. We currently have D20 Girls active in over 90% of the United States. The D20 Girls is a semi-unique business that combines Social Networking, Talent Management, and Event Services. Yes, there is a business

angle to what we do, but we push the social aspect much

needed to the industry. We arrange with vendors, artists, and con-ventions to hire D20 Girls as booth help and trade show models at gam-ing, comic book and fandom related shows across the US. Why? Our project is crucial, because the gaming industry and related fandoms should be pro-moted by girls who are actually a part of it-NOT over-paid models who know nothing about the industry, or the peo-ple who are a part of it. Sign up now, and be involved!

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Some say home is a place where you can kick off your shoes and relax. To others, home is defined by a place where one can feel accepted, thrive, and grow. For the ultimate fans, SpoCon and other conventions and gatherings across the country provide just that.

for next year’s convention will be provided at www.spocon.org. The theme for the 2011 convention was "The Power of Fandom." As a local convention, SpoCon wouldn’t be possible without the undying sup-port of the fans, volunteers, spe-cial guests, and investors.

Because the force behind the event is concentrated in the Spokane area, the convention not only ben-efits the fans, it also gives back to the community. Books that are in high demand are donated through organizers and volunteers that partner with local schools and li-braries. They are purchased and distributed through the help of convention profits and fundraising.

Between informational panels

Power FandomBy Synthia Amend (Kiddo)

hosted by professionals, gaming tournaments, role-playing events, special guests, a costume contest and much more, the weekend's schedule was packed full of activi-ties to appeal to all types of fans and convention attendees.

Special guests hosted panels, signed autographs, and gave their fans a chance to meet them on a more personal level. Guest of honor Patricia Briggs, who is known for her best selling novels centering around her character Mercy Thompson and the Alpha and Omega series, hosted various panels regarding writing and sto-rytelling. Dragon Dronet, who has made props for such shows and movies as Star Trek: TNG, Alien: Resurrection, and Planet of the Apes, hosted several panels relat-ing to armoring and his talents in art. The work of artist Dan Dos Santos spans across several dif-ferent genres and media, and the panels that he hosted throughout the weekend reflected his experi-ences. Dos Santos has worked for many clients including Wizards of the Coast, DC Comics, Universal Studios, Penguin Books, and Disney.

Also in attendance were members of local groups and various local project chapters. Throughout the weekend, fans could meet and get

Science fiction and fantasy con-ventions are one of the rare places where in a matter of minutes, you can have conversations with Darth Maul, a Cheshire Cat, Rainbow Bright, Naruto, a Terran Marine, and a Pirate. To the average fan, it's a piece of heaven and even better than just the idea of home. Where else can hundreds of sci-fi and fantasy fans feel so welcomed and accepted?

This year's SpoCon was a three day event from August 12th through the 14th. SpoCon is Spo-kane, Washington's own sci-fi and fantasy convention where over 1,100 fans came together and shared their interests and hob-bies. The cost for a weekend pass was $35 and more information

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to know members of the 501st Legion, the Browncoats, Dead Gentlemen, as well as several D20 Girls. The 501st Legion is a nation-wide charity organization that fundraises by cosplaying as Star Wars characters and making ap-pearances at places such as hospi-tals, schools, and conventions. The Browncoats are a global charity organization that raise money for the favorite charity of Firefly cre-ator Joss Whedon, which is where their name comes from. Dead Gentlemen Productions is a group of filmmakers, many of whom are from the northwest. Their more prominent projects include the web-series Gamers, the feature Gamers: Dorkness Rising, the De-mon Hunters role-playing game, and a feature based on the Demon Hunters lore.

Several Northwest D20 Girls main-tained a booth during the course of the weekend. Models Anora K., Kiddo, and Pop Tart helped host various panels as professionals on subjects like gaming, being a geek, nerd flirting, and costuming. On Saturday, the girls had a full group costume including props and a display based on Alice in Wonder-land. They had flamingo croquet mallets, a hedgehog ball, and an eclectic tea party. The rest of the weekend saw a plethora of cos-tumes and cosplay that were well received by fans and special guests alike such as a Kitsune (Naruto),

Princess Leia, Rikku (Final Fantasy X), Steampunk attire, and Pikachu.Foam darts littered the floor as gamers fell, their characters tak-ing lethal hits while dressed in clothing inspired by the Firefly universe. It was a massacre of epic proportions as participants ran to the stairwell to respawn and rejoin the action. The Firefly LARP, based on a universe creat-ed by Joss Whedon, was just one of many role-playing and gaming events that fans participated in. The role-playing events were not just limited to live action, however. Such events included Deadlands, Pathfinder, Burning Wheel, Call of Cthulu, a Vampire LARP, and Dungeons and Dragons modules, and several others throughout the course of the convention. Pas-

trailer for the upcoming movie Knights of Badassdom, which was filmed in the area, was presented with several talented locals that had the pleasure and honor of be-ing extras in the movie. Full mov-ies shown during the weekend were Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, The Dark Crystal, and Scourge of the World.

Every sci-fi and fantasy fan has their own preference and fan-doms, and finding that place where one can be accepted and loved for their interests and show off their loyalty and support as a fan is priceless. This year, that's exactly what SpoCon provided. Even if it’s just for a weekend, all you need is that sense of belonging and accep-tance, of home.

sionate gamers also participated in tour-naments throughout the weekend includ-ing but not limited to Heroclix, Pokémon, Magic the Gathering, and Warhammer 40k.

Special film presen-tations could also be found through-out the course of the convention. A new web and film proj-ect called Clockwork Infinity that involved several talented lo-cals was shown. The

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DENVER, CO – Victorian romance met mechanical

science when TACtile Arts Center hosted the Steamed

Fashion Show on June 24th. The fashion show was

the highlight of TACtile’s Steampunk fiber arts exhibit,

running from May 5th through August 6th, showcasing

local talent in the artistry of unique jewelry, upcycled

clothing, and creative home décor.

The gala began with a meet and

greet for guests to mingle and

peruse the Steampunk exhibit.

Family members and fans of

DIY fabric craft were in for a

treat as various textiles, acces-

sories, magazines and supplies

were on sale. Acting almost as

a fashion show teaser, members

of the Colorado Steampunks

were in attendance, showing off

their own homemade finery and

supporting a cause dear to their

hearts.

Models festooned with a variety

of Victorian garments, Steam-

punk accessories, and modern

embellishments displayed the

work of local and visiting de-

signers. Some of the fashion

contributors included Teresa

Steamed:Steampunk Fashion Showby Laura “Cryshayn” LattermanPhotos by Quincy Allen

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