Tokyopop to show on the floor. Other show highlights include autograph sessions with notable animators.
TOKYO POP Inc. (Booth 3331) is sure to generate some serious buzz at Comic-Con 2003 with its phenomenal lineup of autograph sessions, game demos and other special attractions. The leading U.S. manga publisher's featured VIP guests include comic pro Keith Giffen (Battle Royale English adaptation) and manga creators Kim Kang Won (I.N.V.U.), Min-Woo Hyung (Priest), Ahmed Hoke (@Large), Tavicat (Shutterbox) and Terrence Walker (World of Hartz), plus The Rising Stars of Manga contest winners. Attendees can also try a demo of the brand-new Initial D trading card game and test their racing skills with an arcade-style Initial D PS2 game. TOKYOPOP will announce some cool new titles, show a steady stream of anime on its plasma screen, and sell the latest TOKYOPOP goods at a Waldenbooks in-booth store. For more info, read on...
Summary of Highlights:
Initial D Card Game Demos Ongoing throughout show Booth 3331
Initial D PS2 Arcade Game Ongoing throughout show Booth 3331
TOKYOPOP Industry Insider Panel (new title announcements!) July 18 at 1:30pm Room 2
Rising Stars Autographs July 18 @ 3:00pm Booth 3331
Ahmed Hoke Autographs July 18 at 4:00pm Booth 3331
Terrence Walker Autographs July 18 at 5:00pm Booth 3331
Min-Woo Hyung Autographs July 19 at 12:00pm Booth 3331
Keith Giffen/Kim Kang Won Panel/Q&A July 19 at 2:30pm Room 2
Kim Kang Won Autographs July 19 at 4:00pm Booth 3331
Keith Giffen Autographs July 19 at 5:00pm Booth 3331
Studio Tavicat Autographs July 20 at 1:00pm Booth 3331
Comic-Con International takes place at the San Diego Convention Center (111 West Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101) from July 17 through July 20.