A successful return for Montreal Comiccon

It was therefore after two long years of absence that fans could reconnect with Montreal Comiccon. The 12th edition of the event took place from July 8 to 10 at the Palais des Congrès. Despite a few minor problems, the event went well and more than 62,000 visitors were able to set foot in this haven of geekness. This gathering of fans of comic books, manga, anime, video games, cinema, horror and collectibles in North America has once again demonstrated that it has its place in Montreal.

Around a hundred activities were on the program for the event, including photo and autograph sessions with the invited celebrities, conferences, entertaining workshops, music concerts from OVMF films and exciting tournaments. board games. Cosplay enthusiasts were not left out, with hundreds of visitors sporting their most flamboyant costume, and the legendary masquerade presented by Fabricville. Fans of comic books and fantasy art were able to see their favorite artists at work in the artist's alley and get autographs from international and local legends, including Montreal cartoonist Aislin, Yanick Paquette (Batman Inc., Swamp Thing), Scott Lobdell (X-Men, Superman) and many more. The busy Family Zone was once a huge hit, with NERF battles, archery lessons from Combat Sports and a host of activities for kids of all ages.

It was also an opportunity to see groups specializing in the reproduction of costumes, these were also there to dazzle fans with their costumes, but also to raise funds for children's hospitals, Make-A-Wish/Children's dreams and other important causes. We note among them, the Imperial Fortress, Quebec division of the 501st Legion, an international club that specializes in the incarnation of characters from the Star Wars saga; the Doctor Who Society of Canada, with its TARDISes and Daleks; the Klingon Assault Group (KAG), an international organization of Star Trek enthusiasts with a soft spot for Klingons; and the 405th Infantry Division, a global Halo costume and prop replica community, which was its first time participating in the event.

Among the stars you could see Malcolm McDowell (A Clockwork Orange, Star Trek Generations) and Dave Foley (Kids in the Hall, NewsRadio, Will & Grace; Matthew Lewis and Bonnie Wright (Harry Potter); James Marsters (Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Smallville ); Clive Standen (Vikings, Taken, Doctor Who); Colton Haynes (Arrow, Teen Wolf); Grace Van Dien and Mason Dye (Stranger Things); Katherine McNamara (Arrow, Shadowhunters); Lindsey Morgan (The 100, Walker); Wilson Cruz (Star Trek: Discovery); Rekha Sharma (Battlestar Galactica, Star Trek: Discovery); Kevin Owens (WWE Star); Robert Patrick (Terminator 2, Peacemaker); Jim Beaver (Supernatural, Deadwood); Bruce Boxleitner ( Tron, Babylon 5) and Alice Krige (Star Trek) Dubbing actors Roger Clark (Red Dead Redemption) Charles Martinet (voice of Super Mario), Jason Cavalier (Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy) and Elias Toufexis (Deus Ex: Human Revolution, The Expanse, Blood of Zeus) were also in the game. t the participation of local guests, including Martin Villeneuve (director of Red Ketchup), actors Catherine Brunet, Eric K. Boulianne and Lucien Ratio, and Edouard Tremblay (director of the soon-to-be-released film Farador). Other renowned comic book artists at the event included Kevin Eastman, co-creator of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles; Peter David legendary author of such headlines as The Incredible Hulk, Spider-Man 2099 and Supergirl, and nearly 50 Star Trek novels; and Jim Zub, Toronto artist known for his art in Avengers, Thunderbolts, Conan the Barbarian, Rick & Morty vs. D&D).

Among the downsides we note the long queues which tested your patience, but also the high cost of the activities, especially if you wanted to go there on Saturday with the family since teenagers are at the same price as adults. Nevertheless, there will be a 13th edition which will take place from July 14 to 16, 2023 at the Palais des Congrès. The list of guests and activities will be published on the