{"id":2286,"date":"2019-11-26T09:55:19","date_gmt":"2019-11-26T01:55:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/?p=2286"},"modified":"2019-11-26T11:28:22","modified_gmt":"2019-11-26T03:28:22","slug":"finally-our-very-first-own-singapore-comic-con-2019","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gametrader.sg\/blog\/?p=2286","title":{"rendered":"Finally our very first Singapore Comic Con 2019!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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This year Singapore will finally have her very own Singapore Comic Con! While the name is new, the convention is actually a continuation of the yearly Singapore Toy, Games & Comic Convention (STGCC), one of Singapore’s top Pop Culture show. We are just two weeks away from the convention which will take place on the 7th and 8th Dec 2019<\/strong> at the Marina Bay Sands Expo Hall A\/B\/C<\/strong> from 10am-7pm<\/strong>. Ticketing information can be found here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Although the word ‘Toy’ has been taken out from the show name, what’s a Comic Con without toys? Exhibitors will be bringing their latest toy collections to the show. For Star Wars fans, be sure to check out the Star Wars Chess set complete with Princess Leia, Darth Vader and Luke Skywalker. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Besides the latest pop culture merchandise, fans can look forward to a star-studded line-up, including three-time New York best-selling artist famed for his artwork in graphic novels such as Batman: The Black Mirror series, Mark Simpson or better known as Jock. Alongside Jock, comic book artist and penciller, Greg Capullo will also be present for a special meet & greet session. Fans can also catch a glimpse of pop surrealist, Tara McPherson in action this year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A visit to the Good Game Experience (GGXP) area is a must for all gamers. PVP Esports<\/a> zone will be holding the finals of Singtel\u2019s PVP Campus and Corporate Leagues featuring Mobile Legends: Bang Bang and Dota 2 at the area. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

From console games to tabletop games, be sure to check out this area to get all your gaming fix. If you are a Pokemon Trading Card gamer, do participate in the Pok\u00e9mon Trading Card Game Special Event Championship at the\u00a0Comic Con Pok\u00e9mon Special Event<\/strong>, by Maxsoft and Project EXT. Register here on their website<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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With so much to do and see, Singapore Comic Con should definitely be on your agenda for your next weekend outing!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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