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April 30, 3023
Upside Down Fandom: Exploring Stranger Things
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Uncover the Upside Down and the fascinating world of Stranger Things, a fandom that has taken over across the world with a combination of sci-fi, horror, and nostalgia in the 80s. Set in the fictional town of Hawkins, Indiana, the story starts off with a boy named Will Byers mysteriously vanishes, creating a chain of events that unravel the towns darkest secrets.
Stranger Con
Stranger Things enthusiasts come together to attend a much-awaited event known as "Stranger Con". This exciting affair is packed with engaging activities, such as trivia contests, autograph signing, and of course, the ever-popular cosplay competition. Allow me to guide you through the various activities that make Stranger Con an unforgettable experience. Cosplayers can show off their talents in the entertaining competition by dressing as their favorite characters or dress like the 1980s. With the goal of grabbing the audience's attention and win prizes, such as gift certificates (1). The winners can then utilize these certificates to purchase limited-edition Stranger Con merchandise. In addition, during the event's downtime, families can come together over some entertaining games and activities, also known as "Family Fun". At the Family Fun event, there are a variety of engaging onstage activities to participate in, all of which are inspired by season one of Stranger Things (1). These include classic games like charades, Pictionary, and mad libs, as well as a fun and unique activity called flash rap. With so many options to choose from, there's something for everyone to enjoy! In addition to an abundance of fun activities for fans of all ages, the event includes a designated arts and crafts area, a coloring table, and a selection of photo backdrops useful for snapping selfies and documenting memories (1).
Fandom Feed
I found this amazing website for fans to connect with others who share their interests and have fun chatting with each other. The chat feed on this website provides fans with a platform to freely express their personal opinions and share their input about Stranger Things. Fans can build personal profiles on the website, join communities, and participate in conversations with other fans about a range of topics relevant to the show. Along with contributing their own content and fan theories, they can access news, reviews, and other materials about "Stranger Things".
Stranger Things Wiki Community
The Stranger Things Wiki is a comprehensive, fan-driven resource on everything associated with the popular television show "Stranger Things". Fans are provided with an overview of the show's concept as soon as they visit the website. Users are able to access an extensive list of characters further down the page, with the option to click on any one of them to read more about their roles and backstories within the show (2). Fans of Stranger Things can contribute to the wiki by adding new pages, updating existing ones, and providing insights and analysis about the show. The wiki community is a vibrant and active community that welcomes new members and encourages collaboration among users.
Cosplay
Cosplay is a combination of the words "costume" and "play," and refers to the practice of dressing up in costumes to represent a character from a movie, TV show, comic book, video game, or other form of media. Cosplayers often attend conventions and other events where they can showcase their costumes and interact with other fans. Cosplay has more meaning beyond its excellent talent and precise attention to detail. It acts as an effective means of self-expression and a way to get in touch with people who have similar interests. The cosplay community has grown in popularity over the years, and is now a thriving subculture with its own set of customs, competitions, and events. Cosplayers share their skills with one another by sharing ideas and techniques. Competitions give participants a stage to display their skills and imagination, encouraging them to push themselves and aim for perfection. Along with honoring the creativeness in people, these events encourage community development and creativity.
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Works Cited
(1) Stranger con. Creation STRANGER CON a salute to Stranger Things TV Series fan convention - Los Angeles, CA March 18 - 19, 2023. (2023). Retrieved May 1, 2023, from https://www.creationent.com/cal/stranger_la.htm
(2) Stranger things wiki. Fandom. (n.d.). Retrieved May 1, 2023, from https://strangerthings.fandom.com/wiki/Stranger_Things_Wiki
Images Cited
Dungee, K. (2019). You Can Meet The "Stranger Things" Cast At The First Stranger Con In Atlanta This December. Retrieved from https://www.narcity.com/atlanta/cast-of-stranger-things-is-hosting-stranger-con-in-atlanta-in-december.
2, S. C. (2023, May 1). Stranger con 2 SP - Noah Schnapp. Flickr. Retrieved May 1, 2023, from https://www.flickr.com/photos/strangerconvention/albums/72157712770540283/
Romano, A. (2016). New York Comic Con is even stranger when 'Stranger Things' cosplay is involved.
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