Dez, the man behind Frivolesque, will be at Nadeshicon!
Creator of the popular webcomic Frivolesque, Etienne Desilets-Trempe gets his inspiration from both “4-koma” manga and daily life over here, resulting in a charming mix of cultures that anime fans here can deeply relate to and easily fall in love with.
You may read frivolesque on its official website.
You may find Dez’s bio in the Guests section.
Martin Savard to perform Rakugo at Nadeshicon!
In love with Japanese culture for many years now, Martin Savard set out on the mission to adapt Rakugo to the French language. Performance art in which the storyteller, alone and sitting on their knees, only has their upper body, a paper fan, a small cloth and, most importantly, their voice to carry the story, Rakugo has been part of Japanese culture for well over a thousand years. Adapting such a polished discipline is not something you want to miss!
And yet, as if setting out on such an endeavour was not enough, Martin will also be hosting a workshop on shōgi, this intriguing Japanese version of chess. Come discover these lesser known, yet no less fascinating, facets of Japanese culture!
You may find more info on Martin Savard in the Guests section.
Phil Mizuno to guest at Nadeshicon!
Notorious Ontarian cosplayer, Phil Mizuno is a pillar of cosplay internationally. Through his incredible talent and irresistible charisma, he not only seeks to share his love for the craft, but also a little positivity throughout the world. Touching upon countless franchises and medias, his cosplays will stun you with their quality and fidelity and, who knows, maybe they’ll inspire you to give cosplay a go as well!
You may find Phil’s biography in the Guests section.
Droo back at the head of the photography booth!
Armed with his trusty camera, Droo will once again be at Nadeshicon to uphold his mission of immortalizing your amazing cosplays! One of, if not the most well-known cosplay photographer in the Eastern provinces, he exudes a highly contagious enthousiasm which, far for taking away from his professionalism, only helps bring your cosplays to life even more.
You may find Droo’s bio in the Guests section.
Luduc at Nadeshicon!
Suit? Check. Bowtie? Check. Wig? Check. Irresistible smile? Where did I leave it again… Oh! Found it.
By far one of the most well-known faces in conventions across the province, Luduc is a reporter whose personality and sense of humour are sure to brighten up any day! With his very own blend of witty sketches and insightful interviews, he makes for a perfect fit for any event.
If you wish to know more about Luduc, you may find his bio in the Guests section.
HOSHI★FURU unable to attend the event; Tortuga to offer a performance instead!
We are sorry to inform you that HOSHI★FURU will be unable to perform this coming weekend. The news of the band disbanding came as a blow to us, as fans ourselves, and we sincerely wish the best to all the members in the future. The group also sent us a letter for you all, their fans, which you may read here.
With that being said, we did not have much time to mourn, for the gods of metal required a tribute. Rock and metal fans rejoice, for the Montreal-based band Tortuga will present you, on stage, their interpretation of some of the greatest classic video game themes including Megaman II, Zelda, Final Fantasy, Undertale, F-Zero and more! You definitely won’t want to miss it, so gather all your friends, and come let yourself rock to the nostalgia!
You may find more information concerning Tortuga in the Guests page.
Jeux A-Z Games in charge of the TCG and boardgames room, and launching of the second volume of Frivolesque!
In order to keep the relaxation theme going after the announcements for screenings and video games, we are very happy to announce that Jeux A-Z Games will be back again this year, but with boardgames on top of card games! So drop by the same room as last year, and enjoy the tabletop fun!
However, when it comes to relaxing, few things are as effective as reading. Our guest Etienne “Dez” Desilets-Trempe, the man behind the webcomic Frivolesque, has just recently published the second volume of his work and will be selling it at Nadeshicon! Don’t miss out!
Komachi Montreal back for this year’s Nadeshicon!
Japanese folk dance group based in the Quebec metropolis, Komachi Montreal is a staple in Japanese culture events since it was established in 2007. Well-known for its fun dances, the troupe’s primary goal is to make everyone have a great time.
Serving as quite the accurate representation of their cultural engagement, the music video they shot on Koi Suru Fortune Cookie, by AKB48, not only features themselves, but also people from countless events and cultural groups across the province. Speaking of which, you may notice your favorite Japanese culture festival based in Quebec City in there!
You may find more about Komachi Montreal in the Guests page.
Novelist Mel Gosselin will be at Nadeshicon!
Fascinated by both geek culture and popular Japanese culture since she was young, Mel Gosselin has since published multiple novels, including the hit novels “Cétacia” and the first three volumes of her current series, “Jacky Salaberry: Collectionneur de Virus”, the latest of which she will be presenting at our festival. She will also discuss what it means to be a writer, a panel any budding or experienced author will want to attend!
You may find Mel Gosselin’s biography in the Guests page.
Marie-Claude Bourbonnais at Nadeshicon!
Cosplayer, designer and glamour model, Marie-Claude Bourbonnais is one of the most notorious figures of cosplay across the globe. Owner of her very own workshop, she has mastered the use of several types of materials, allowing her to reach new heights in the art of crafting not only costumes, but also props, sets, and even shoes.
Invited to events across numerous continents for her crafting and performance skills, she will be making a stop in a festival much closer to home this time. Come see and cheer on one local cosplayer who were are all proud of!
You may find Marie-Claude’s biography in the Guests section.