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Animethon 2024

August 9 - 11 / 2024 Edmonton Convention Centre Edmonton Alberta Canada
/ Events / Extra Life Edmonton

Animethon 2024 Charity of Choice - Extra Life Edmonton

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CHARITY COSPLAY CHESS EVENT

Friday August 9, 2024
Salon 10, 5PM

Pre-Registration Sign-Up Link


Back by popular demand, Animethon and Extra Life Edmonton have teamed up to bring you Cosplay Chess in support of The Stollery Children's Hospital Foundation! No knowledge of chess is necessary.

Details:

  • This event will take place in Salon 10 on Meeting Level.
  • There will be a mandatory training and additional information session at 4pm for all registered participants.
  • Depending on interest and sign-up, participants could be divided into advanced cosplayers and beginner cosplayers. For example:
    • Advanced cosplayers could take the role of rooks, knights, bishops, king and queen and have the option to pre-register
    • Beginner cosplayers could play the role of pawns and will be filled on a first-come first-served basis.
  • We plan to announce who is selected once each category is filled leading up to the event itself.

Audience members may command a piece to move by making a donation to Extra Life

There is a $5 entry fee for participants that will be donated to Extra Life.

Things to be aware of:

  • This is a chess game, so you may be doing battle with another piece! The action will be in slow-motion but there is still a chance it may damage your costume. Accidents happen, so be aware!
  • Before being accepted, your cosplay will be inspected to make sure it is safe and appropriate for the event. For example, oversized cosplays may not fit onto the board.

CHARITY D&D EVENT - Presented by The Resplendent Cave

Saturday August 10, 2024
Salon 19/20

Eventbrite Link

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This event brings together new and veteran lovers of D&D for a good cause! Animethon, Extra Life Edmonton and The Resplendent Cave have come together to bring you an exciting adventure that will support our mission of helping sick kids. All proceeds from this event will go directly to The Stollery Children's Hospital Foundation..

Are you an NPC watching your friends play? Want to donate to the DND Charity Event (or save the player character’s lives before the BBEG gets them)!? You can be a medic and run to the table to buy healing potions, spell scrolls, or other equipment needed! Every little bit helps (the players and the children in need).

Details

  • There will be 2 sessions: 12-3PM and 4-7PM.
  • Each session will consist of 3 tables/parties working together to complete a goal.
  • A nominal fee of $10 will reserve your seat. Pre-registration will be on Eventbrite and you'll pay on-site
  • You must check in and be seated at the table 15 minutes before the session starts. Failure to do so will lead to losing your seat.

Adventure Summary: The Lost Land of Unyssia

You and your party have been drawn into a horrific and grotesque pocket dimension. The land is filled with death and decay and powerful undead monsters roam the wilderness.

Your group of adventurers will fight beside two other parties to reach the Tower of Anguish, where you will find the Gate that leads to your escape. Your journey will be fraught with danger, as you fight mummy lords, battle sea maidens and endure against oathbreakers. Can you and your party escape the Lost Lands of Unyssia?

If you want to bring your own character:

  • 5 th edition D&D ruleset
  • Level 3 characters
  • Ability Scores will be generated by Standard Array or Point Buy
  • Only official content published by Wizard of the Coast is allowed
  • No races with innate flying, hovering or gliding speed
  • Characters start only with basic equipment
  • Any item cards earned from previous events are allowed
  • Pre-made characters will be available upon arrival

CHARITY AUCTION

Sunday August 11, 2024
Salon 12, Time 11:30AM


We are excited to announce the continuation of this beautiful partnership, Animethon will be featuring exciting activities in support of our Official Charity Partner: Extra Life Edmonton, benefitting the Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation once again. We couldn't be more proud to team up to help change kids' health.

Where does the money go?

100% of the proceeds from all fundraising activities at Animethon go directly to the Stollery Children's Hospital Foundation through Extra Life Edmonton. The funding supports research, training, and supporting mental health programs. Let's do it for the kids! Through donor support, the Stollery Children's Hospital Foundation continues to give the kids the best chance to live a long and healthy life.

The place to be for the chance at exclusive items signed by con guests and Animethon staff, bargain deals on anime merch, unique experiences, and more! Join our entertaining guest auctioneers to bid on some truly awesome nerdy and geeky items. Whether you're a collector or hunting for the thrill of a ridiculously great deal - or just want to watch some of the most amped shopping you've ever seen - you seriously won't want to miss the action.

Item viewings:

Item viewing will take place in Salon 12 on Sunday August 11, 2024 from 11AM - 11:30AM. Items may also be available at the Extra Life Edmonton booth in Hall A/B for viewing on Friday and Saturday.