Funimation is bringing their special brand of anime to this year’s San Diego Comic-Con with panels, autograph sessions and a whole lot more.
One of the more popular anime right now is My Hero Academia, and Funimation will devote a panel to the show about a world full of superpowered beings featuring special guests Chris Sabat (All Might) and Justin Briner (Deku) answering fan questions and showing off new clips.
My Hero Academia won’t be only thing the anime streaming service will show off, as the Funimation Industry panel will showcase everything in the company’s catalog, including Dragon Ball Super, Shin Godzilla and much more.
There’s also a lot of after-convention activities going on in the San Diego area, including meetups and parties. Check out all of the details on the Funimation blog.
Here’s a rundown of everything Funimation has planned for SDCC this year.
PANELS
Thursday 6 – 7 p.m. | Funimation Industry Panel | SD Convention Center, Room 9
From Akira to Dragon Ball Z, hear the latest news, info, and announcements from North America’s largest anime distributor—Funimation. Live tweet with us using the hashtag #FunimationPanel for a chance to win prizes!
Friday 6 – 7 p.m. | Funimation Presents: My Hero Academia Panel | SD Convention Center, Room 23ABC
The hero obsession is back in session with more action, heroes and quirks. Meet the English voice actor Christopher R. Sabat, the voice of All Might (also the voice of Vegeta in Dragon Ball Z) and Justin Briner, the voice of Izuku “Deku” Midoriya (also voice of Mikaela in Seraph of the End). Join us we discuss this hero phenomenon, watch new clips, Q&A session, give away prizes and more.
AUTOGRAPHS
Thursday
2 – 3 p.m. | Mike Daniels | Meet & Greet | Destination: Funimation @ Whiskey Girl
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3 – 4 p.m. | Mega64 | Meet & Greet | Destination: Funimation @ Whiskey Girl
4 – 5 p.m. | My Hero Academia Signing | Destination: Funimation @ Whiskey Girl
Christopher R. Sabat & Justin Briner (First come, first served. Line starts at 2:45pm)
5 – 6 p.m. | Matt Frank – Shin Godzilla Signing | Destination: Funimation @ Whiskey Girl
(First come, first served. Limited posters available)
Friday
1:30 – 2:30 p.m. | Dark Matter Signing | Funimation Booth | SDCC Exhibit Hall
Melissa O’Neil (Two), Jodelle Ferland (Five), Alex Mallari (Four) and Anthony Lemke (Three)
3 – 4 p.m | My Hero Academia Signing | Funimation Booth | SDCC Exhibit Hall
Christopher R. Sabat & Justin Briner
Autograph sessions at the Funimation Booth on Friday will be ticketed. Tickets will be distributed every morning at the main Funimation booth at 10 a.m., on a first-come, first-served basis. Autographs will be limited to one item per person, or one of the posters provided by Funimation staff.
EXCLUSIVES
Head on over to the Funimation booth to pick up classic anime titles and collectibles. And with every purchase you’ll receive a collectible shopping bag and a Funimation Lanyard. You can also find special autographed items based on what you buy.
And while you’re there be sure to pick up some of these exclusives like the Ochaco (Masked) POP! Figure from My Hero Academia!
Will you be attending any of the Funimation panels? What do you want to buy while at SDCC? Let us know in the comments section below.
