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FanExpo Chicago Show & Tell

Had an amazing time at Fanexpo Chicago this year. I was able to meet The Hobbits, John Rhys Davis, Karl Urban, Frank Miller, Scott Snyder, Greg Capullo and Pornsak Pichetshote - All super nice and really great to chat with AND they all signed comics and other items for me. I was able to pick up some comics I had been hunting for for a long time and a few new event exclusives.

u/Designnosaur — 2 days ago

How to crack a PSA Comic Book Slab

Found this grail at Fanexpo Chicago. It has Quintana's signature, but I'm going for Snyder tomorrow. We couldn't crack it. I took it home, sawed off the corner, popped a flathead in there and the whole thing came off clean. Good luck to all you others. These things are tough as hell....

While I have you here. PSA - change your label it looks like UI error messaging. Like I entered in the wrong date of birth. CGC and PSA and all you other graders; Please make a slab that only showcases the comic- maybe with the grade on the edges or the back. Let the comics sing. Like a gallery edition or something... anyway cheers!

u/Designnosaur — 4 days ago

How does CGC facilitation work at Comic Cons?

I'm headed to Fanexpo Chicago, CGC wont be there, but I'm getting a few books signed (Snyder, Capullo, Mora, Miller) and am wondering what the process is for facilitating books.

Will there be facilitators there or is that something I have to organize? Any advice would be appreciated this is my first big-name comic signing.

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u/Designnosaur — 8 days ago

Will there be CGC Facilitators at the major comic book signings?

CGC wont be there, but I'm getting a few books signed (Snyder, Capullo, Mora, Miller) and am wondering what the process is for facilitating books. Will there be people there or is that something I have to organize? Any advice would be appreciated this is my first big-name comic signing.

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u/Designnosaur — 8 days ago

What’s the comicbook signing experience like?

I’m hoping to get a number of books signed by Scott Snyder and Frank miller and was wondering what the process and wait times are like. I heard something about getting tickets then a spot in line? If Scott is there on saturday can i get a ticket on friday? Any advice would be appreciated.

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u/Designnosaur — 13 days ago

What’s the comic signing experience like?

I’m hoping to get a number of books signed by Scott Snyder and Frank miller and was wondering what the process and wait times are like. I heard something about getting tickets then a spot in line? If Scott is there on saturday can i get a ticket on friday? Any advice would be appreciated.

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u/Designnosaur — 13 days ago

FanExpo Chicago VIP Experience advice needed…

Hello!

I was lucky enough to get a VIP pass and I was just curious if anyone had any tips to help me make sure I make the most out of it.

Any tips or tricks? Any unexpected cons?

I’m getting several autographs throughout the weekend, but will also be looking to get autographs from Scott Snyder and I heard those two lines are different. How long are the vip lines compared to regular lines?

Any advice is appreciated!

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u/Designnosaur — 19 days ago
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My Comic/Record Wall

A work in progress that’s meant to be switched out. Records that are up are intended to pair with the cover compositions/color palettes. 🤓

u/Designnosaur — 22 days ago

Chicago Area Comic book Pressing & Cleaning

Looking for the best pressers and cleaners in Chicago. Any personal recommendations/experiences appreciated. Thanks!

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u/Designnosaur — 22 days ago

Looking for CGC Facilitator for FanExpo Chicago

Hi everyone!

CGC will not be at the event.

I’m planning on getting multiple comics signed by Scott Snyder & Greg Capullo and will have to crack a 9.8 Batman #1. I’m relatively new to slabbing and am not sure about the best way to go about this. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks so much!

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u/Designnosaur — 2 months ago

Looking for CGC Facilitators for FanExpo Chicago 2026

Hi everyone!

CGC will not be at the event.

I’m planning on getting multiple comics signed by Scott Snyder & Greg Capullo and will have to crack a 9.8 Batman #1. I’m relatively new to slabbing and am not sure about the best way to go about this. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks so much!

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u/Designnosaur — 2 months ago

CGC comic grading/ Authorization at Fanexpo Chicago?

I’m getting some comics signed by Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo and want to get them graded. Looks like CGC won’t have a booth at the event, but I was wondering if therr might be any witnesses available? Does anyone have experience with this? Thanks!

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u/Designnosaur — 2 months ago

Does VIP pass apply to comics signings?

Looking to get Scott Snyder & Greg Capullo’s signatures at Fanexpo Chicago and want to make sure I have enough time. Does the VIP pass apply to comics lines as well or just the ticketed autographs?

Thanks!

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u/Designnosaur — 2 months ago

Anyone selling a VIP Pass for Chicago?

I may have bit off more than I can chew with LOTR autographs and was hoping to skip the lines. Please DM me if you have a pass you‘d be willing to sell!

Thanks so much!

Edit - glad to get your items signed for you if our people are the same!

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u/Designnosaur — 3 months ago
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SIGI Blackening - 1 Year Later

Here's my SIGI King Mini and the Blackening treatment after one year of love and intense sparring. Obviously there is wear, but it gives it so much character. As far as the sword goes, it's incredible, SHORT, but very sturdy. I think I've only filed maybe two burs off this thing (at most).

I haven't done too much sparring with the Queen so I'll post again to compare the brass treatment when the time comes. Forgive the lighting. The original round of photos was taken on a sunny day and it's cloudy outside today.

u/Designnosaur — 4 months ago
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We had a big weekend of classes at our Guild Family Gathering, many of which included Sword & Board so I painted my rotella as an homage to Ray Harryhausen's Jason and the Argonauts skeleton warriors. It WAS A BLAST. Acrylic & matte sealant on one of those modern riot shields (I intend to replace the handle with a strap in the future)

u/Designnosaur — 4 months ago