2004 marks the 35th annual San Diego Comic Book Convention or Comic-Con. This is a grand 4 day event that is part shopping expedition, part trade show, part cinema showcase-ALL Playful Fantasy. A time where all genres merge (but hopefully don't collide) and a chance to indulge one's inner child for a brief yet incredible, jam-packed moment. How else to describe a weekend where you get to hear Ray Bradbury reflect on his life yet witness the appearance of the next great talent, compare assets with Superman and Pikachu, get a hug from Snoopy as well as Vampirella, buy the coolest action figure, be the coolest action figure, be on the lookout for stars or battle amongst them. That's a pretty good way to spend 3 days. Hey I even managed a little sightseeing.

The previous description and all these wonderful images are brought to you by Frank Hui. Because of his devotion, I have nothing to add. --Robyn Sotherby

For information regarding this faire, check out: San Diego Comic-Con's Official Site

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Legos seriously rock	Another banner in	The Matel area	Patrons lined up at Dark Horse Comics
Long time Marvel artist John Romita Jr (left)	These made me nostalgic	These Ghostbusters look familiar, don't they	Unique take on Superman. I liked it
Lara Croft and the Bride (aka Black Mamba). A good pairing.	Thought this was a pretty good Hawkman	This display was brought by the Science Fiction Museum	They had quite the array of movie props and costumes
Dark Phoenix	Another big panel previewing Pixar's The Incredibles. Director Brad Bird use to work on the Simpsons	Mark Vaz and producer John Walker. The preview clips promise an funny and entertaining superhero flick.	We ran into this guy in the hallway
Thought this part of the convention center had a great design	A trio of Spideys	I thought this was a very nice Gimli recreation	Prism Comics helps to promote the works of gay, lesbian, bisexual & transgendered creaters in the comics industry

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