Posted by Bret on 07/08/17 at 12:54 PM
Category: Hasbro
Catch up on the previously announced information regarding HASCON here. There, you'll find a detailed schedule of events for the weekend.
Below is new information about Star Wars and other properties that will be part of the convention.
STAR WARS
The force is with us! Come celebrate 40 years of Star War memories, and make some new ones with activities including:
*Photo ops with the Emperor’s Throne, Yoda, and Stormtrooper statues
*Pose like a real action figure and get your picture in with three different life-size action figure backer cards
*Feast your eyes on 40 years of iconic Star Wars product
*Highlights of the current product line with a preview of the epic Last Jedi 2018 line-up
*Take part in the world's largest lightsaber built, sponsored by Blade Builders
*Hang out in the screening area & lounge to watch Forces of Destiny episodes, Episode 8 trailer, designer desks and other content
From a galaxy far, far away, we have some fan-tastic panels, including:
*Star Wars: 40 Years of Play: Star Wars team members, veterans and newcomers alike will discuss their favorite products, hidden history and even the line’s origins at Kenner in 1977
*Behind the Black Series: Design Director Steve Evans and the talented team behind The Black Series gives a behind-the-scenes look at development of the line, never-before-seen details and other great surprises
*Star Wars - Forces of Destiny: Join the team as they take you behind the scenes and dive into the creative process of developing the exciting new Star Wars Force of Destiny line
*A Chat with Chewbacca Mom Candace Payne, along with a chance to get her autograph
Other Hasbro Properties that will be represented are:
TRANSFORMERS
MY LITTLE PONY
NERF
MAGIC: THE GATHERING
DUNGEONS & DRAGONS
GI JOE
MARVEL
PLAY-DOH