February 2021 Edition
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Let's Rank
Let's Rank
SCI-FI MOVIE OSCAR FACE-OFFS
Most of the time the Oscars go for (period) dramas, but that doesn’t mean they don’t go for sci-fi. So, this month we’ll be ranking, in chronological order, the most exciting sci-fi face-offs in Oscar history.
Geeky Astrology
Geeky Astrology
FEBRUARY EDITION
The cards are all out on the table for this one. In our first edition of Geeky Astrology we deep dive into your feels and uncover what you desire most in February. Take it from us, the "experts".
DEEP DIVE
DEEP DIVE
BLACK COMIC CREATORS
February is Black History Month, so in honor of this event, we are focusing on some of our favorite African-American comic creators. From Black Panther to Captain America.
Cosplayer of the Month
Cosplayer of the Month
MEET MELTINGMIRROR COSPLAY
The incredible MeltingMirror Cosplay talks to us about her first time cosplaying, tips on starting out, and who her cosplay crush is.
Team Picks
Team Picks
GODZILLA VS. KONG
What is a King to a God? In spirit of the upcoming Warner Bros. movie release, we pit the two colossal Kaiju against each other, where only one can come out on top.
COSTUME CHAT
COSTUME CHAT
FRANKIE DRAKE MYSTERIES
Join us for a Q&A with moderator and Frankie Drake star, Sharron Matthews, alongside costume designers Jenifur Jarvis (Frankie Drake) & Joanna Syrokomla (Murdoch Mysteries). Learn how they find clothing that makes each series look dashing and lavish while remaining faithful to their time periods.
FAN MEETUPS RECAPS
FAN MEETUPS RECAPS
INTRODUCTION TO USING ROLL20
Here’s what happened at the awesome Introduction to using Roll20 Virtual Tabletop for Dungeons & Dragons event.
PAST EDITIONS
COSPLAYER OF THE MONTH
COSPLAYER OF THE MONTH
MEET STAVVY COSPLAY
Stavvy Cosplay explains the “lust” behind creating FullMetal Alchemist: Brotherhood cosplay.
TEAM PICKS
TEAM PICKS
FAILED BINGE
What do Schitt’s Creek & The Mandalorian have in common? These are some of the shows we got bored of binging.
LET'S RANK
LET'S RANK
BEST OF STUDIO GHIBLI
These are the best Ghibli films for newbies who want to explore a world of flying islands and eye-candy visuals.
RENDEZ-VIEW
RENDEZ-VIEW
WANDAVISION
With a blast from the past and 'snap' into a new reality as MARVEL viewers are transported to a place our heroes have never been before...60's suburbia? Stay tuned as we cover weekly episodes of Disney+ latest hit WandaVision.
WELLNESS
WELLNESS
THE ULTIMATE NERDY SELF-CARE GUIDE
Watch feel-good films, exercise, or be a plant parent? These nerdy tips are here to make life inside and out fun again.
BEST COMMENTS
BEST COMMENTS
JANUARY PICKS
Refresh, restart, and try not roll off your seat with laughter as you read Your Best Comments this month!
STREAMING GUIDE
STREAMING GUIDE
2021 DISNEY+ SHOWS
Disney+ is coming strong this year so here is an easy to follow guide of what’s coming your way this year.
COSPLAYER OF THE MONTH
COSPLAYER OF THE MONTH
MEET TEMPEST COSPLAY
The Canadian cosplayer tells us about creating an explosive cosplay with My Hero Academia and New Year’s plans.
TEAM PICKS
TEAM PICKS
WORST GIFTS
It's the gift that keeps on giving...and giving. This month, we’re being visited by the ghost of Terrible Gifts Past.
LET'S RANK
LET'S RANK
BEST POP CULTURE TRENDS OF 2020
It’s hard to believe anything beyond - ahem, well you know - could be trending in 2020, but you’d be wrong! Check out the best trends of 2020 - the ones that made you laugh and got you through the year.
Factually Obscure
Factually Obscure
MAGICAL HOLIDAY TREATS
Learn more about how ancient magical rituals influenced the holiday treats we know and love today.
HOLIDAY DIY GUIDE
HOLIDAY DIY GUIDE
GEEKY ORNAMENTS
With all of us being cooped inside for the holidays we’ve all run the gamut of things to do. But never fear, we’re here to inject some seasonal fun you can do at home. Yes, that means making cool ornaments.
BEST COMMENTS
BEST COMMENTS
DECEMBER PICKS
End the year on a laughing note with Your Best Comments this month!
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION
RECOGNIZING OUR VOLUNTEERS
To be a part of the Volunteer Team is to be a hero among heroes. Learn more about our Volunteer's role in creating unforgettable experiences for our guests and attendees.
Team Picks
Team Picks
Console Personality Test
From the iconic Atari to the PS5, these are the consoles that 'allegedly' represent our birth months.
Cosplayer Of The Month
Cosplayer Of The Month
Lydi Scott
The Canadian cosplayer tells us how she manages her “cosplans” and best-looking costume.
Your Best Comments
Your Best Comments
November Picks
Keep warm with laughter and check out Your Best Comments this month!
LET'S RANK
LET'S RANK
5 Best Animated Independent Films
Explore this amazing list of some of the most magical animated independent films from around the world.
DEEP DIVE
DEEP DIVE
What You Didn't Know (or Forgot) About Skyrim
Here’s an invaluable rundown on the little known deets on the iconic action RPG.
Factually Obscure
Factually Obscure
Psychology of AMONG US
We dive deep into the psychology of playing with Among Us with loved ones.
Rendez-View
Rendez-View
The Mandalorian S2
With our Baby Yoda plushies in tow, we give you the low-down on what we loved or didn’t love in the new episodes.
FAN MEETUP RECAP
FAN MEETUP RECAP
Among Us Live Game
Here’s what happened at the awesome Among Us Live Game event.
Toronto News
Toronto News
Jamie Allan’s ILLUSIONARIUM
Step into intrigue, mystery and wonder with the world premiere of Jamie Allan’s ILLUSIONARIUM.
LET'S RANK
LET'S RANK
Most Iconic Horror 'Fits
Get fashionably slash-y for our ranking of the best Horror costumes from flicks like Jason, Freddy, and more.
COSPLAYER OF THE MONTH
COSPLAYER OF THE MONTH
Vain Virgos Cosplay
It’s Survival of the Fittest… or at least who isn’t a big scaredy-cat on the FAN EXPO HQ team.
TEAM PICKS
TEAM PICKS
Surviving a Horror Flick
It’s Survival of the Fittest… or at least who isn’t a big scaredy-cat on the FAN EXPO HQ team.
YOUR BEST COMMENTS
YOUR BEST COMMENTS
October Picks
Your Best Comments this month are scarily funny so hop on in and check 'em out.
FACTUALLY OBSCURE
FACTUALLY OBSCURE
Are Vampires Real?
From countless graves to tuberculosis, we investigate the fiction and real-life origins of those pesky bloodsuckers.
DEEP DIVE
DEEP DIVE
The Dark Side of Fairy Tales
Learn about the gruesome and dark fairy tales that inspired the stories and films you love.
LET’S RANK
LET’S RANK
Millennial Disney Channel Movies
Remember the Cheetah Girls, Proud Family, or Get a Clue? We do and we’ve picked the best of the bunch.
COSPLAYER OF THE MONTH
COSPLAYER OF THE MONTH
Charlie Castle
The Canadian cosplayer tells all about his first time at Toronto Comicon and the key to making a good TikTok.
TEAM PICKS
TEAM PICKS
Travel with us to our fave Fantasy Worlds
Once upon a time, the FAN EXPO team dreamed of being in a world full of flying creatures and nice things.
YOUR BEST COMMENTS
YOUR BEST COMMENTS
DO IT FOR THE LIKES
The Fall has risen. But these comments are non stop so check out Your Best Comments this month!
FACTUALLY OBSCURE
FACTUALLY OBSCURE
History of Dice
From Dungeons & Dragons to Monopoly, dice have roots that span as far as Egypt and Medieval times.
DEEP DIVE
DEEP DIVE
The Suicide Squad
Bloodsport, Blackguard, Javelin, oh my! Here’s the rundown on the vast amount of characters in the new DC movie.
FAN MEETUPS
FAN MEETUPS
D&D Epic Adventure
Here’s what happened at the awesome Dungeons & Dragons Epic Adventure event.
Cat Fight
Cat Fight
FAST FANTASY
Chattermouth considers the breakneck speed at which fantasy shows like Cursed and The Witcher are being released.
Team Picks
Team Picks
FIRST HORROR FILMS
The FAN EXPO team was once a bunch of chickens. These are the flicks that horrified us as kids.
Cosplayer of the Month
Cosplayer of the Month
JAMES HOBSON/THE HACKSMITH
The Canadian YouTuber / Cosplayer tells us the cosplay he’s most proud of and gives advice to newbies.
News
News
BEHIND THE FORCE: CUTE ICON BABY YODA
The too-cute force of nature is still a mystery to fans and the public. We investigate.
Your Best Comments
Your Best Comments
DO IT FOR THE LIKES
Summer is winding down. But these comments are non stop so check out Your Best Comments this month!
Factually Obscure
Factually Obscure
THE DARK WORLD OF CURSES
We unleash the dark world of curses and their long history in human civilization.