Alice of Hearts (Hearts) has been cosplaying for over a decade now and has been one half of Jovial Hearts Cosplay for over a decade. Hearts is known for dresses and their love of bringing something special to every character they cosplay. They have gained many skills working with many different people in different settings. With their makeup skills and love for the supernatural, Hearts can often be found cosplaying magical costumes. Hearts is also a witchcraft enthusiast and reads Oracle cards and participates in other divining practices.
Inspired by the famous subreddit. Panelists will each tell a story from the perspective of a famous character from seafaring film, TV, comics, or literature and ask the audience to guess who they are, then decide if they are indeed the a**hole.
From ancient sea monster myths to modern anime, horror, and adult fandom, tentacles have evolved into one of the most recognizable, and most curious, symbols in pop culture. But why? What is it about tentacles that makes them so powerful in fantasy, fear, and attraction?
Ever looked at a new toy and thought, that can't be safe? This panel explores the engineering, material science, and mechanics of sex toys—from motor strength and material toxicity to why some designs just don't work. We'll also take a look at historical toys, weird crowdfunding projects, and what happens when DIY goes wrong.
If the summer solstice is the start of summer, why is it called midsummer? What does Stonehenge have to do with it? June 21 is the solstice, It is believed that during this period, the veil between the human world and the Fae realm is at its thinnest. Maybe they will attend?
Witches have appeared in stories for centuries, but their portrayal has changed dramatically over time. Sometimes they appear as villains and temptresses, while other stories present them as heroes or symbols of empowerment. This panel examines how film, television, books, and games reshape the idea of witchcraft for modern audiences. What do these shifting portrayals reveal about the cultures that create them?