Phoenix Comicon 2016 Announces More Guests and Attractions
As Phoenix Comicon 2016 swiftly approaches (only two more months!), more and more amazing guests and attractions are being announced. From big names in the comic book world to local celebrities, Phoenix Comicon is rolling out the red carpet to a myriad of guests.
Some of the latest names in the comic industry announced for the con are:
-Creator of Arizona’s longest-running comic, Ocho Comics,Eric Mengel
-Animator, writer, director, and comic creator known for ‘The Iron Giant’, Stephan Franck
-Comic artist of ‘Doc Unknown’, Ryan Cody
-Comic artist of ‘Amazing Spiderman’, Todd Nauck
-Comic illustrator of ‘Hulk’, Joyce Chin
-Comic artist for the comic ‘Pugly’, Jim Hanna
-Comic artist and writer of miniseries ‘Longshot’, Art Adams
-Comic artist and writer of ‘Gronk’, Katie Cook
-Comic book inker for ‘Brigade’, Norm Rapmund
-Comic book inker for ‘Brigade’, Norm Rapmund
-Comic artist known for his works with Marvel and DC Comics, John Beatty
-Comic artist and writer of ‘This Damned Band’, Tony Parker
-Star Wars Comic Illustrator, Joe Corroney
-Comic illustrator of ‘The Astonishing Ant-Man‘, Brent Schoonover
Also featured at Phoenix Comicon 2016 are TeamFourStar! “TeamFourStar is a group of voice actors, sound designers, musicians and entertainers based out of Texas. Most noted for the series Dragonball Z Abridged, TFS loves to make comedy and specifically parody. Their roster includes Ben “hbi2k” Creighton, Kirran “Lord Moonstone” Somerlade, Scott “KaiserNeko” Frerichs, and Nick “Lanipator” Landis!”
And, for those who loved the Animaniacs, Maurice LaMarche, Jess Harnell, Rob Paulsen, and Tress MacNeille will be at Phoenix Comicon this year! Voice actors of this caliber are always a pleasure, and all of these stellar actors have quite impressive resumes—Futurama, TNMT, Fairly Oddparents, and more.
In addition to the already-overflowing celebrity list, there will be a multitude of local and national celebrities in the Hall of Heroes! In the Hall of Heroes, adults and children alike can enjoy their favorite characters and organizations, some of which are involved in charity activities as well. The Hall of Heroes will have the following groups:
-AZ TARDIS
-501st Legion
-Arizona R2-D2 Builders Club
-Dark Empire
-Cactus Brick
-Justice League Arizona
-Mos Eisley Base, Rebel Legion
-Shonare Vhekadla Clan, Mandalorian Mercenaries
-Moon Mermaid
-The Dread Fleet
-Galactic Academy
-SCA (Society for Creative Anachronism)
-Kingdom of Umbria
-Arizona Avengers
-Umbrella Corp
-DOZD (Department of Zombie Defense)
-Arizona Autobots
-Heroes United
-The Princess Project
Get ready for an amazing time June 2-5! Full event passes are on sale for $60 until April 30th, with Sidekick badges (kids 3-12 years of age) available for only $5 through the event!