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February 2021 Edition
Let's Rank
Let's Rank
GAME TO MOVIE ADAPTATIONS
What classifies as a 'good' movie, or even a 'good' game for that matter. In this month's Let's Rank we break down the highs and lows of Hollywood's recent game to movie adaptations. Prepare for a system update.
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".
Cosplayer of the month
Cosplayer of the month
MEET NELLICEUS
Cosplayer extraordinaire Nelliceus talks to us about their first time cosplaying, tips on starting out, and who their 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.
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.
January 2021 Edition
Rendez-View
Rendez-View
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.
Let's Rank
Let's Rank
How can you decide between perfection. Our resident Studio Ghibli superfan takes the guess work out of having to pick the best from Hayao Miyazaki's best films.
Nerdy Self Care Guide
Nerdy Self Care Guide
After a long year of patience and uncertainty, 2021 is the perfect time to invest in yourself. What could be better than TV binges and ZOOM parties you might ask? Check out our Top 5 Tips for the Ultimate Nerdy Self Care Guide.
January Cosplayer of the Month
January Cosplayer of the Month
Welcome to Cosplayer of the Month, where we feature an incredible cosplayer from our community of fans and learn about who they are beneath the surface and, ahem, WORBLA. This month, we have Savannah Poison!
Team Picks
Team Picks
Sometimes even the best shows just don’t click with someone. Or they have differing tastes, or don’t have the patience to stick with a show “until it really gets good”. Whatever the reason, here are the shows that we left at the back of our “continue watching” lists.
Disney Shows 2021
Disney Shows 2021
Last year Disney Investor Day touched on projects already in public knowledge during the event but NOBODY expected the sheer amount of announcements that came out! Here’s a helpful reminder of some of the shows that are coming you way in 2021.
Past Editions
LETS RANK
LETS 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
DECEMBER COSPLAYER OF THE MONTH
DECEMBER COSPLAYER OF THE MONTH
MEET EMILEE SHIELD
Get enchanted and check out our interview with the talented and whimsical Emilee Shield! Emilee talks to us about their first cosplay, what inspires them and a few tips to get you started.
CREW APPRECIATION
CREW APPRECIATION
ORANGE ARMY LOVE
Ever wonder what it’s like to be a Crew member for FAN EXPO Dallas? Click the article to find out!
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.
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
FUNKY TREE 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.
Your Best Comments
Your Best Comments
DECEMBER EDITION
Your Best Comments this month are filled with oodles holiday cheer so hop on in and check 'em out.
Rendez-View
Rendez-View
The Mandalorian Season 2
Joined by FAN EXPO HQ guest commentator and super fan Lizzie, we attempt to breakdown all the things you might have missed in the first two episodes from the good, the bad, and the Baby Yoda.
COSPLAYER OF THE MONTH - NOVEMBER
COSPLAYER OF THE MONTH - NOVEMBER
MEET CX COSPLAY
Hailed from San Antonio, Texas - CX Cosplay talks with us about their cosplayer inspirations, the challenges within the cosplay community and some pro tips for beginners.
Let's Rank
Let's Rank
FAVORITE FANDOM FEASTS
What would you say your favorite food for Thanksgiving is? Could it be the sizzling buzz from Flying Cauldron Butterbeer or the mesmerizing decadence of natural growing Toffee-apple trees? Either way, we're sure whether you're with friends, family, or hanging out by yourself you have a fave feast.
TEAM PICKS
TEAM PICKS
ZODIAC CONSOLES
Ever wondered which video game consoles correspond with which zodiac signs? Probably not! But with all of the console news surrounding the PS5 and Xbox Series X, some wires got crossed in our brain and then we couldn’t stop thinking about it.
DEEP DIVE
DEEP DIVE
WHAT YOU DIDN'T KNOW (OR FORGOT) ABOUT SKYRIM
Welcome fellow Dragonborns, here are 10 facts you probably didn’t know about Skyrim. And if you do, now you have another excuse to rediscover them and play again.
FACTUALLY OBSCURE
FACTUALLY OBSCURE
WHY OUR BRAINS LOVE GAMING
Is it the convenience? the competition? the story-telling? Dig deeper and find out why gaming has become the peak obsession of our inner psyche.
YOUR BEST COMMENTS
YOUR BEST COMMENTS
November Picks
Your Best Comments this month are scarily funny so hop on in and check 'em out.
Rendez-View
Rendez-View
The Haunting of Bly Manor
For the love of horror and horrors of love - we welcome you to the gates of Bly Manor. Upon arrival, we will show you everything there is to love about this Haunting story, and everything there is to fear.
LET'S RANK
LET'S RANK
Iconic Costumes in Horror
Get fashionably slash-y for our ranking of the best Horror costumes from flicks like Leatherface, Freddy, and more.
COSPLAYER OF THE MONTH
COSPLAYER OF THE MONTH
MEET DOCTOR COSPLAY
In this new edition, Doctor tells us who inspires her and why representation is so important in cosplay.
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.
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
FLICKS THAT FUEL OUR FEARS
Irrational fear R’ Us. These are the films that accidentally create our worst nightmares