Wizard World Los Angeles Coverage

Wizard World Los Angeles came and went – it wasn’t the biggest or loudest show but it was fun and local and worth checking out. Apparently things had been scaled down from last year according to word of mouth but the show floor was bumping and busy on Saturday (not so much on Sunday). We got to meet and interview Seth Green (Austin Powers, Robot Chicken) and also Summer Glau (Terminator: The Sarah Conner Chronicles and Serenity) which will appear in the next video podcast episode.

As for cool costumes and gear – the usual group of Star Wars Stormtroopers, Jedi and even some droids were present at the event. A really neat Predator outfit and best group in show award had to go to the Gears of War posse which was in full force. Wizard World LA doesn’t showcase any sort of costume contest or show – so outfits were at an all-time low at this event overall. In addition to the usual comics, toys and clothing were our friends at All Games Interactive who set up a booth along the side and were broadcasting during the entire show live on both streaming radio and through www.justin.tv. The hosts of COIN-OP TV even hijacked their setup for about an hour on Saturday and hosted our own brand of radio fun while we could.

Overall Wizard World Los Angeles is a great event to attend if you are in the area. It is not big enough to warrant a drive over 2 hours or even a flight. The celebs and attractions do not compare to many other events and the dealers tables are the same kind of things you’d see at any other event. This year was a Guitar Hero and Rock Band tournament in which our friend StarSlay3r took home top honors on Sunday by beating all challengers. Best times are running into old friends and making new ones at the event with more planning and dedication this show could blow up over time or simply fade away.