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Seibertron wrote:Did anyone else sign up for the Primus Golden Ticket BotCon 2012 instead of the regular Primus package? I couldn't resist some of the opportunities that come with the highest paid level so that I can do things easier at this year's BotCon. Every BotCon is a massive time crunch for me because of all that I have to do for Seibertron.com while I'm there. Hopefully getting a reserved seat at panels, getting to pick up my exclusives early and such will help make the trip a more relaxing time for me instead of it being four days of insanity while providing content and coverage for Seibertron.com.

When I saw this option, I liked the perks but felt the price was way too high for what you actually got. Just out of curiosity, I texted a few other board members asking if they got the Gold Package to which every response was "no", generally preceded by a non-family friendly adjective.

I look at the Golden Ticket like a "Press Pass". It's targeted towards a small demographic of the fandom, that are either really well off or they work for/own one of the fan sites. Makes sense for those on the various website staffs to try and get up front to convey the Botcon experience to those not attending. Makes it much easier to document/record things said or done when you are close to the front. I will say though, that when the slide shows start for the Hasbro Panel, that that would really start to hurt the neck to look up sitting that close.

I would encourage Botcon to change it so that the Golden Ticket ISN'T an add on, but actually a Separate Package all together. There are Attendee Rates and Dealer Rates, make the Golden Ticket the "Press Rate".

Fender Bender wrote:I look at the Golden Ticket like a "Press Pass". It's targeted towards a small demographic of the fandom, that are either really well off or they work for/own one of the fan sites. Makes sense for those on the various website staffs to try and get up front to convey the Botcon experience to those not attending. Makes it much easier to document/record things said or done when you are close to the front. I will say though, that when the slide shows start for the Hasbro Panel, that that would really start to hurt the neck to look up sitting that close.

I would encourage Botcon to change it so that the Golden Ticket ISN'T an add on, but actually a Separate Package all together. There are Attendee Rates and Dealer Rates, make the Golden Ticket the "Press Rate".

I think Ryan should take that idea and present it to pete at the con..It's a great idea, The Golden ticket was waaaay out of my reach but it is a good idea.


MmmMMM cheese.....or boxset?...dammit...LoL

Actually, I think other than for dealers, the biggest demographic they are going for here is just diehard fans who have never been to a BotCon. Once you've been to a BotCon or 2, or in my case 5 you start to realize that a lot of that "extra" stuff isn't all that important. Seriously, how big of a deal is it to sit in the 4th row or further back at an IDW panel? Sure, it's fun to be up close and personal for the Hasbro panel but it's not like they let you take pictures there. As far as meeting all the guests and the special extra party stuff, many of us have already had a chance to interact with many of the guests at past BotCons and you have to realize that other than an autographed print, you're not even getting your personal items autographed. Honestly, after attending multiple BotCons it becomes less and less about the the guests and even the toys and more and more about hanging out with the friends you have made over the years.

All of these things, along with the ability to make sure you have a slight edge in getting some of the toys are nice things to have, but for 95% of us who have already been there and done that at BotCons, it's nowhere near worth the cost. For someone like Ryan though whose entire weekend is already super jampacked, I do understand the convenience factor.

Delicon wrote:Honestly, after attending multiple BotCons it becomes less and less about the the guests and even the toys and more and more about hanging out with the friends you have made over the years.

Truer words have never been spoken, my friend.

With the exception of last year (just wasn't interested in the set enough to justify the price) I've managed to make it ever year since '07. While I'm still excited about this year's set, the dealer room and all that jazz, to be perfectly honest all that toy related stuff only comes up to about 10% of my interest, and thus justification for going. 5% goes to finding out what Hasbro has planned for the next year, and 85% is seeing my buddies, geeking out all day and drinking all night with people I otherwise never get to see.

Can't wait to see you guys there :3

Hoitytoity wrote:

Delicon wrote:Honestly, after attending multiple BotCons it becomes less and less about the the guests and even the toys and more and more about hanging out with the friends you have made over the years.

Truer words have never been spoken, my friend.

With the exception of last year (just wasn't interested in the set enough to justify the price) I've managed to make it ever year since '07. While I'm still excited about this year's set, the dealer room and all that jazz, to be perfectly honest all that toy related stuff only comes up to about 10% of my interest, and thus justification for going. 5% goes to finding out what Hasbro has planned for the next year, and 85% is seeing my buddies, geeking out all day and drinking all night with people I otherwise never get to see.

Can't wait to see you guys there :3

2011 actually had a pretty low turnout Seibertron.com-wise. However, having spoken to a lot of people thus far it seems like almost everyone I've met through BotCon since 07 (my first year, also) is going this year. Fun times ahead, to be sure!

Delicon wrote:

Hoitytoity wrote:

Delicon wrote:Honestly, after attending multiple BotCons it becomes less and less about the the guests and even the toys and more and more about hanging out with the friends you have made over the years.

Truer words have never been spoken, my friend.

With the exception of last year (just wasn't interested in the set enough to justify the price) I've managed to make it ever year since '07. While I'm still excited about this year's set, the dealer room and all that jazz, to be perfectly honest all that toy related stuff only comes up to about 10% of my interest, and thus justification for going. 5% goes to finding out what Hasbro has planned for the next year, and 85% is seeing my buddies, geeking out all day and drinking all night with people I otherwise never get to see.

Can't wait to see you guys there :3

2011 actually had a pretty low turnout Seibertron.com-wise. However, having spoken to a lot of people thus far it seems like almost everyone I've met through BotCon since 07 (my first year, also) is going this year. Fun times ahead, to be sure!

Me being one of those few, only because I have....er....a prior engagement going on that weekend....

Fender Bender wrote:2011 actually had a pretty low turnout Seibertron.com-wise. However, having spoken to a lot of people thus far it seems like almost everyone I've met through BotCon since 07 (my first year, also) is going this year. Fun times ahead, to be sure!


Me being one of those few, only because I have....er....a prior engagement going on that weekend....

Wait, you've been to a BotCon before? I thought you only chased cows.

Delicon wrote:

Fender Bender wrote:2011 actually had a pretty low turnout Seibertron.com-wise. However, having spoken to a lot of people thus far it seems like almost everyone I've met through BotCon since 07 (my first year, also) is going this year. Fun times ahead, to be sure!


Me being one of those few, only because I have....er....a prior engagement going on that weekend....

Wait, you've been to a BotCon before? I thought you only chased cows.

OTFCC 2004, Botcon 2006, 2007, and 2008.

We don't chase cows up here, we tip 'em, lol. Watch Tommy Boy for reference (despite it taking place in Ohio).

Fender Bender wrote:

Delicon wrote:

Fender Bender wrote:2011 actually had a pretty low turnout Seibertron.com-wise. However, having spoken to a lot of people thus far it seems like almost everyone I've met through BotCon since 07 (my first year, also) is going this year. Fun times ahead, to be sure!


Me being one of those few, only because I have....er....a prior engagement going on that weekend....

Wait, you've been to a BotCon before? I thought you only chased cows.

OTFCC 2004, Botcon 2006, 2007, and 2008.

We don't chase cows up here, we tip 'em, lol. Watch Tommy Boy for reference (despite it taking place in Ohio).

Haha, I've seen you at a BotCon before so I was just teasing there. Seems like ages ago though, you better find your way back one of these years, buddy!