2020 vision and SDCC predictions. 0

[Cat-Man_America]

11 hours ago, Mr. Lady Luck said:

This.

Exactly.  Social distancing is how we’ll get through this.  Letting our collective guards down in the summer, without a viable inoculation regimen available would invite dire problems in the fall.  Collectors have a broad spectrum of options to enjoy group participation via the internet without physical contact. Think of the collecting community as practitioners of safe sects.  

Edited April 1, 2020 by Cat-Man_America

[Crowzilla]

22 hours ago, G.A.tor said:

I talked to John today. He said torpedo is a go unless the city shuts it down 

That's about as shortsighted and irresponsible a response as there could be.

[pemart1966]

2 hours ago, Cat-Man_America said:

Exactly.  Social distancing is how we’ll get through this.  Letting our collective guards down in the summer, without a viable inoculation regimen available would invite dire problems in the fall.  Collectors have a broad spectrum of options to enjoy group participation via the internet without physical contact. Think of the collecting community as practitioners of safe sects.  

You should send your email to these two donkeys (will it let me type jackases? No it won't) and their followers:  https://www.cnn.com/2020/03/31/us/louisiana-pastor-arrest-tony-spell/index.html

Edited April 1, 2020 by pemart1966

[Mmehdy]

On 3/31/2020 at 4:19 PM, G.A.tor said:

I talked to John today. He said torpedo is a go unless the city shuts it down 

Maybe in the DC universe..or maybe Marvel...but not ours...

[Crowzilla]

I wouldn't be surprised if the Convention Center is still being used as the primary resource for housing the homeless come July,

and that's without considering the time and cost to clean/sterilize the Center once it's not used for this purpose, or if the governor has lifted the public gathering ban by then.

But there is no way the Convention Center will be ready for general public use in 90 days.

https://www.nbcsandiego.com/news/local/city-leaders-to-discuss-sd-convention-centers-temporary-transformation-into-homeless-shelter/2297356/

[lou_fine]

On 3/31/2020 at 3:29 PM, Mmehdy said:

i think the CGC GA community should sent a joint message to SDCC and NYCC with your suggestions. Let’s do it 

There's absolutely no point for the tiny niche GA community to send anything at all to SDCC because we are just so far off their radar screens years ago already.  

Now, if it was the big movie and TV studios, then they would more than likely perk right back up and listen attentively to what they have to say.    

[Cat-Man_America]

43 minutes ago, lou_fine said:

There's absolutely no point for the tiny niche GA community to send anything at all to SDCC because we are just so far off their radar screens years ago already.  

Now, if it was the big movie and TV studios, then they would more than likely perk right back up and listen attentively to what they have to say.    

About the only niche fan community that might be ready to open up San Diego are the “Furry” cosplayers.  I don’t know if Furries are hazmat compatible, but their presence would undoubtably help promote social distancing.

[rjpb]

Anyone who thinks there will be a comic convention anywhere in California this summer is delusional. Even in a best case scenario where places are reopening and people are getting back to work by June, events like conventions, music festivals and sporting events, where thousands end up in close proximity, wont be happening until not only is there a vaccine, but it has been widely distributed. Even if there are effective treatments that greatly reduce severity and mortality by then, that doesn't mean it's a good idea to increase the chances it spreads rapidly again. There is going to be a several month lag time between appearing to have the pandemic under control, and returning to situations where thousands of people are packed together in a confined space. 

[Cat-Man_America]

As long as it’s allowed, I’ll be posting and invite others to post predictions and public information about social distancing and convention travel here to avoid the possibility ...however small... of getting Mitch or anyone else into trouble in his thread.  

From a personal perspective, I’ll add that my wife and I are limiting our professional travel this year.  No SDCC, No NYCC, etc., even if these remain scheduled. The risks are just too great for those of us with medical limitations or compromised immune systems.  ...And that’s a lot more folks than some might think.

Many of you are aware that my wife was diagnosed with carcinoma last year shortly after SDCC.  Just to keep everyone updated, she’s doing fine and her treatments appear to be working (fingers crossed).  As a successful author, Rox (aka Rachel Caine) can work from home ...we’re both grateful for that... but she still has to travel some distance for infusion treatments during the pandemic.  Each trip poses a risk, but all are necessary.  

For anyone curious about my health or just wondering why I haven’t kicked the bucket already, well, I’m fine too (at least for now).  So far, I’ve managed to avoid the novel coronavirus, but as someone with diminished lung capacity, the only “novel” I'd risk coming in contact with until there's a viable treatment is the published variety.  

My biggest concern is for folks exposed to this virus on a daily basis, many lacking sufficient protective gear.  It’s just too easy taking first responders and front line medical providers for granted.  Regardless of whether any who work in those essential professions ever see this, I want folks here to know that their dedication and sacrifice is appreciated.  Those standing up for the rest of us have my enduring respect, gratitude and empathy.  I raise a glass to you (cheers)...

Edited April 9, 2020 by Cat-Man_America

[Cat-Man_America]

It's getting closer to "squeaky bum" time for SDCC.  Organizers appear to be weighing their options and waiting for a few remaining hotels to clear any financial liabilities they may have from cancelation.  

Just came across this...

https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/business/tourism/story/2020-04-10/canceled-conventions-costing-san-diego-203m-so-far

While the Covid-19 pandemic curve does appear to be flattening, social distancing will remain paramount for the foreseeable future.  

I dearly love SDCC, but events of this magnitude have no way to get around this...  

[Cat-Man_America]

   SDCC officially cancelled today...

https://ew.com/tv/comic-con-2020-canceled-coronavirus/

As this new reality settles in, perhaps we can visualize and advance some interactive ideas going forward.  Some ideas may be too complicated, but we should be able to find creative, fun ways to keep the GA collecting community connected even if it’s unconventional (pun intended)!  

 

[batman_fan]

On 4/11/2020 at 3:19 AM, Cat-Man_America said:

It's getting closer to "squeaky bum" time for SDCC.  Organizers appear to be weighing their options and waiting for a few remaining hotels to clear any financial liabilities they may have from cancelation.  

Just came across this...

https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/business/tourism/story/2020-04-10/canceled-conventions-costing-san-diego-203m-so-far

While the Covid-19 pandemic curve does appear to be flattening, social distancing will remain paramount for the foreseeable future.  

I dearly love SDCC, but events of this magnitude have no way to get around this...  

I can almost smell the BO 

[Cat-Man_America]

3 minutes ago, batman_fan said:

I can almost smell the BO 

In closed space no one can hear you scream! 

[batman_fan]

Just now, Cat-Man_America said:

In closed space no one can hear you scream! 

But they can smell you sweat

[Cat-Man_America]

10 minutes ago, batman_fan said:

But they can smell you sweat

If exposed your ole-factory might shut down and your Bat-sense of smell could go out of business.  

Upon further consideration, masks, cowls and capes may become a required part of social distancing guidelines for fans at future conventions!  If everyone is in costume cos-play won’t be special anymore.  Booth blocking and amateur paparazzi photography could become a thing of the past!

Hey, maybe the new normal has an up-side after all. 

[batman_fan]

Just now, Cat-Man_America said:

If exposed your ole-factory might shut down and your Bat-sense of smell could go out of business.  

Upon further consideration, masks, cowls and capes may become a required part of social distancing guidelines for fans at future conventions!  If everyone is in costume cos-play won’t be special anymore.  Booth blocking and amateur paparazzi photography could become a thing of the past!

Hey, maybe the new normal has an up-side after all. 

The truly sad thing about all this is dealer now frowns on you licking the comics to see how they taste before buying them. 

[Cat-Man_America]

5 minutes ago, batman_fan said:

The truly sad thing about all this is dealer now frowns on you licking the comics to see how they taste before buying them. 

This may also encourage dealers raising prices to a point of being nothing to sneeze at. 

[pemart1966]

Sad but not unexpected.

Edited April 17, 2020 by pemart1966

[Chicago Boy]

How many cons between now and September will b cancelled or lowly attended.  Yes all of them but how many cons are there. ? 

[pemart1966]

2 hours ago, Chicago Boy said:

How many cons between now and September will b cancelled or lowly attended.  Yes all of them but how many cons are there. ? 

I suspect that NYC Con can't be too far behind...