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Also, if you NEED a panel on Saturday & it's not first thing you can sit through the panel(s) before. Unlike D23 Expo & others they don't clear the room. If you're trying for a 6 room you can usually get in 1st thing without camping out but be there when the doors open. Indego ballroom has been hit or miss for me: either walk in or wait all day to get in the last panel.

Don't camp out for a Sunday hall H panel. There's no need (disclaimer in the past).

• make your plan before you get to the hall back in your hotel room. Download the app/check the website. But always make a backup plan so your time there isn't destroyed because you couldn't get into that 1 panel you wanted. The hall H cutters not too long ago prove that no matter how good your plan & attempt & guaranteed entry wrist strap, sometimes it just doesn't work out. So plan for backups so your money doesn't feel wasted.
  
• And don't be afraid to wander in random panels. Some of my favorite panels have been while squatting for something later or killing time sitting down in the AC.
  
  FYI the free shuttle busses are slow because they go everywhere. I opt for trolley tickets instead. It's not fast either, it's just faster.
  
  Packing IMHO:
  
• backpack (had a free bag die .02 seconds after they gave it to me. I wasn't even out of line yet & they shrugged). Also be sure to have something flat against the back of the backpack so you're not poked all day.
  
• GOOD padded walking shoes. For me it's a pair of big souled sketchers rather than a traditional athletic sneaker. Do not walk around in anything open toed because you will be stepped on. I also include thick white socks for added padding. Do not wear shoes for the first time there. Break them in!!
  
• deodorant, NOT perfume or cologne (people are allergic), & depending on the weather some type of gold bond or baby powder to soak up sweat & prevent rashes.
  
• sunglasses, baseball cap, & for the love of God sunscreen (this is me after waiting for Rick & Morty outside the Indego ballroom all day & I never got in). Lines can go outside or next to windows & there is cool stuff to do outside the con as well.
  
• a poster tube. Every year I bring one I don't need it & every year I don't bring it I need it. I love this one from Amazon because it's a harder plastic & it can expand lengthwise if need be. It's protected many a poster after people stepped on it & got dropped numerous times.
  
• a mini first aid kit. Nothing worse than a papercut or blister on the show floor. Also your fave pain killer (Tylenol, aspirin, etc) for aches, pains, & dehydration headaches. Also wipes & hand sanitizer. Pocket Kleenex. & if female, your choice of feminine hygiene even if it's not due. The stress of comic con can (& has!) sped things up to a surprise red wedding.
  
• water bottle (can refill via water fountains & save you money). If you've got a good set up, freeze half of it the night before, then fill it up & wrap it in foil to keep it cold.
  
• snacks! By the end of the day you will need it. Not just junk. Healthy stuff too. You're body is going through enough with walking & sweating & avoiding con crud. Personally I opt for a big free continental breakfast at the hotel & don't officially eat again until I return at the end of the night. You can pack sandwiches, etc if need be to save money too. Just try to keep snacks to "movie theatre" appropriate if you plan to snack during panels.
  
• a paper printout of your ticket confirmation, hotel info & any other ticket you might acquire for an offsite, etc. Wifi is not reliable & phone batteries die. You won't use it but you'll be thankful if you need it.
  
• if you're info buying comics & autographs some plastic sleeves may be worth an investment so any signatures don't bleed into the wrong thing in your bag or an errant sticker cling to your new limited edition
  
• I always have a sharpie & something to sign (daily schedules are great for this) within quick draw range. I've randomly run into people & the only reason I got an autograph (& a drawing once from Pendleton Ward) was because I was ready to go when others weren't & got to them before a handler whisked them away
  
• PHONE CHARGERS. yes more than 1. & cables.
  
• lots of cash & 1 credit card (usually one that square already knows to avoid wasted time) AND A BUDGET/LIMIT so you don't go broke. Personally I avoid debt cards in case of worst case scenario.
  
• if you're a pro bring business cards. I have a small case that fits in my pocket ready for quick draw if need be. But that being said don't spam the artists. 99.98% of the time they have no desire at the moment or means to get you a job. But I run into former coworkers all the time & we swap info while catching up. But you may also want some because people make friends in line all the time.
  
• a flashlight. Be the hero during a rare power outage or getting back to your hotel after midnight.
  
• a windbreaker/light jacket for late at night or cold AC in rooms after you've been sweating trying to get in. I recommend a jacket vs a hoodie b/c of ease of removal while in line or sitting in a chair. I've seen too many people get hit in the head by an elbow as someone takes their hoodie off.
  
  I know there's more but that's enough for now.