Secretly hoping to meet "that special someone"?

Ludicolo · Post by **Ludicolo** » Thu Nov 03, 2011 6:55 am

Have certain manga, like Dramacon or Comic Party, given you fantastic expectations for anime conventions? I mean, do you ever think, "If my life was a shoujo manga, I might totally meet my future boyfriend/girlfriend at Anime Boston!"

I've been to a couple conventions already, and I never really had that feeling. However, a friend of mine recently got back from her first con and was disappointed that she didn't automatically meet Mr. Right.

Friendly encounters, to me, are one of the best parts about cons; but I don't think going with the expectation of having a Disney romance is the best idea.

Chrissii · Post by **Chrissii** » Thu Nov 03, 2011 10:49 am

Ahahahaha, what a funny thread concept. XD

Well I'm now happily married, but I'm certain when I was younger, a small part of me always hoped to meet a potential boyfriend at a con. I mean, you automatically have things in common with everyone there, right? It's no different than hoping to meet someone anywhere else you like -- A bookstore, a favorite restaurant, etc. I think daydreams are pretty healthy to keep, but no one should let it get them down if things don't wind up happening as hoped. Fairy tale encounters are beyond rare, after all!

Now, if someone hopes to meet an ideal, perfect cosplayer of their favorite character... well, that could be more reasonable. ;3

AmericanStandard · Post by **AmericanStandard** » Fri Nov 04, 2011 4:16 pm

i always dreampt of something like that happening but it seems hard to approach a girl and not seem like a creep

bakasaru · Post by **bakasaru** » Mon Nov 07, 2011 11:31 pm

XDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDD sorry, it just killed me the "looking for the right one" you read chobits before you made this group, ha? lol, if you wanna meet people and get to know otaku's where you'll be able to meet boys who like anime like you, we are starting a meetups, so more and more people will come, and you'll have new friends who like anime and who knows, bf??

lol, no promises~ but its almost impossible to find your love when you meet him only once, you cant know if he is the one for you XDDDDD [sorry, chobits sayed it that i cant repit it properly lol]
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=300835219945778

No Items Ever · Post by **No Items Ever** » Sat Dec 03, 2011 9:46 pm

I've always wanted that same idea too. But I don't think you can have a solid foundation in that span of time. At most just find friends there, add them on FB, and see where it goes.

liseyatthedisco · Post by **liseyatthedisco** » Fri Dec 16, 2011 10:14 pm

Mine is more meeting an amazing guy who I find attractive and is cosplaying as someone I really love. Then we go from there. But I'm just happy to see the beforementioned. Because I'm way too chicken to ACTUALLY make a move anyway lol

Post by **Sayoria** » Tue Dec 20, 2011 4:44 am

It would be cool to meet a potential girlfriend at AB, however, I never look. If love is there, it will come to me. I have never once had a girlfriend, I will say that straight out here and now, but I have never looked for one. I have been patient, I am not rushing things, and I would ALWAYS like to know that person far rather than just going "heeeeeeeeeey, yea, yo, you hawt, be mah babe?".....

As far as I am concerned though.... I like friends far more than romantic interests. I wouldn't mind expanding my "friends" list at AB.... I have actually met a few people.... one an AMV maker like myself, one a visual novel translator.... one who I uhhh..... funny to say, think likes me, who happens to be a guy >.> (Never talked to him at the con, my friend did, and this guy randomly wanted to add me as a friend... I never actually talked to him until AFTER the con. Never knew who he was, but he came out gay, so it gets me wondering, though, he is nice.)... and at one Trivia game we won with randoms in the audience, we traded off Emails (though sadly, I don't talk to any of them now.

)...

I have many female friends....heck, we are having a hotel issue this year, since well.... my friend and I know three girls who have switched in and out of our hotel with us each year because one couldn't make it....they all can this year. x_x.... The friend of mine has went out with one of them..... the other is Bi, but more towards girls, and the last one.... is from Maryland, and well, we first actually MET her at AB.... she came up for my friend, and now, they are trying to make something work out.... so, does that count any? :p

Anywho, to the hopefuls, good luck, and don't rush things. Know your "otaku" before you jump on the BF/GF train, though, I am sure we are all smart people here.

The AB crowd comes in many shapes and forms, and I haven't met one I didn't like yet.

SummerSnow · Post by **SummerSnow** » Tue Dec 20, 2011 10:32 pm

Yukito Kunisaki wrote:It would be cool to meet a potential girlfriend at AB, however, I never look. If love is there, it will come to me. I have never once had a girlfriend, I will say that straight out here and now, but I have never looked for one. I have been patient, I am not rushing things, and I would ALWAYS like to know that person far rather than just going "heeeeeeeeeey, yea, yo, you hawt, be mah babe?".....

Wow! I rarely hear that from guys. It's great to know there are a few guys out there who would rather want to know the girl first than just rush in.

As for me, I'm just hoping to meet new people. I don't have the time for dating when I am still in school, getting an education. I'm a very quiet person, and besides my best friend, I can rarely have a conversation with someone and just be myself (my family picks on me all the time whenever I talk about Kingdom Hearts). An event like this can give me a chance to talk to those who share the same interests and feel comfortable being myself = ) Who knows, I could possibly make some friends at these events

Post by **Sayoria** » Wed Dec 21, 2011 12:51 am

SummerSnow wrote:
Yukito Kunisaki wrote:It would be cool to meet a potential girlfriend at AB, however, I never look. If love is there, it will come to me. I have never once had a girlfriend, I will say that straight out here and now, but I have never looked for one. I have been patient, I am not rushing things, and I would ALWAYS like to know that person far rather than just going "heeeeeeeeeey, yea, yo, you hawt, be mah babe?".....
Wow! I rarely hear that from guys. It's great to know there are a few guys out there who would rather want to know the girl first than just rush in.

As for me, I'm just hoping to meet new people. I don't have the time for dating when I am still in school, getting an education. I'm a very quiet person, and besides my best friend, I can rarely have a conversation with someone and just be myself (my family picks on me all the time whenever I talk about Kingdom Hearts). An event like this can give me a chance to talk to those who share the same interests and feel comfortable being myself = ) Who knows, I could possibly make some friends at these events

Yeah, I am one, and among my male friends, I hardly see any of them talking or thinking the way I do either, haha.

Shame to hear. Yeah, AB is a great place to be yourself. I listen to J-music all the time, my room is full of anime-related things, and well, I am in a family of pretty much sports-only buffs. None of them rip on me for my interest, but none of them understand it either. I talk to people online for that. Only problem you have here is though, you said you are quiet. Speak up, and that can change.

See, I myself, I try to get into any game/gameshow event I can. I as I said, make AMVs, so that gets me to meet more people into making those. I try to get into the gameshows, because the host sometimes pulls random people to be on teams, and alot of times, whether you win or lose, it can result in friendly chattings post-game, and one thing can lead to another..... and then I have friends who have met people at the dances. Another great way to speak up to people, is if you recognize a character they are cosplaying. Mind you, they COULD be on the way to meet people, or get to an event, but if not, you could probably say "Hey, so and so, that was a great anime!..." and see where that gets you. Lastly, the forums here. Depending on who you cosplay, there is usually a thread in the cosplay section of these forums.... if not, you can make one, that can get people in relation to your cosplay, to gather and meet up.

See, there are many ways to meet people. As long as you show interest in meeting them, and can atleast say "Hi!".... a conversation can start.

Good luck!

lady chan · Post by **lady chan** » Wed Jan 11, 2012 1:58 am

I'm also for the look out for my special someone but when it comes to big events like these I believe It's best to make friends and see what the outcome is.

tsurugikage · Post by **tsurugikage** » Wed Jan 18, 2012 6:18 pm

I am hoping to find that special someone at AB as well, to be honest, I hope my shyness doesn't stop me from talking to girls.

Riku Kaneyama · Post by **Riku Kaneyama** » Mon Jan 23, 2012 12:58 pm

I am very odd, I am seme when it comes to girls but for guys I am Uke

momoney781 · Post by **momoney781** » Mon Jan 23, 2012 1:28 pm

Ideally yes but my main goal is to have fun at AB. If something happens great if not no big deal.

Phantom 1 · Post by **Phantom 1** » Tue Feb 07, 2012 12:30 pm

Aren't we all.

DuctTapeGuy · Post by **DuctTapeGuy** » Mon Feb 20, 2012 10:56 pm

I never go into a con despratly searching for my one, but I have met people thanks to this amazing convention. Unfortunately none of them stuck and I'm going to this convention single, but I look forward to meeting more people and maybe finding a connection with someone. Good luck trying to find your one!

KBoston · Post by **KBoston** » Mon Mar 05, 2012 3:26 pm

lady chan wrote:I'm also for the look out for my special someone but when it comes to big events like these I believe It's best to make friends and see what the outcome is.

I agree. It's good to make friends with people first and then see what happens.

shezgottasmilez · Post by **shezgottasmilez** » Mon Mar 05, 2012 7:17 pm

Dramacon...
Just gonna casually leave that manga title there...

cmj0310 · Post by **cmj0310** » Mon Mar 05, 2012 10:23 pm

shezgottasmilez wrote:Dramacon...
Just gonna casually leave that manga title there...

i am so lost please explain.

it would be always nice to meet someone at a con.....but like people said before its better to be friends then see where it goes.

PatrickBateman · Post by **PatrickBateman** » Mon Mar 05, 2012 11:07 pm

I'd love to meet someone, but I'm skeptical -- there are crazies of both genders at any given con, so I'd be afraid I'd wake up with some girl holding a knife over my throat or something.

But in any case, fun first.

shezgottasmilez · Post by **shezgottasmilez** » Tue Mar 06, 2012 10:01 pm

cmj0310 wrote:
shezgottasmilez wrote:Dramacon...
Just gonna casually leave that manga title there...
i am so lost please explain.

it would be always nice to meet someone at a con.....but like people said before its better to be friends then see where it goes.

Oh I'm sorry about that, what I was refering was a manga, it's about a girl meeting a guy at anime convention and falling in love...

Just whole book, summary, plot, characters reminded me of this topic

Info about the book if curious, soo good!

http://www.amazon.com/Dramacon-Ultimate ... 141&sr=8-2

JonnyNinjaNinja · Post by **JonnyNinjaNinja** » Thu Mar 08, 2012 1:40 pm

I think everyone secretly hopes for that magical match. But like most others say, fun with others no what what gender give a no pressure kinda feeling where if they are outgoing with you, you can open up as well.

I will be mostly attending this event along and hope to meet some cool people. Loners, singles, does not matter what you may be are welcome to my company as I hope vice versa.

I have not searched the forums yet, but maybe we can establish a Singles Meetup and Greet? Maybe if you romantics might require it, we can do a random outings to a place to eat close by

xeresy · Post by **xeresy** » Thu Mar 08, 2012 10:55 pm

Every year I go,
every year I expect the same
and this is sort of what gives me hope?
That maybe I'll find the right one lol

rawriamatiger · Post by **rawriamatiger** » Fri Mar 09, 2012 4:29 am

haha I won't lie, deep down I always wonder if/hope I'll meet some cute guy, bond over anime, and fall head over heels.

Too many Disney princess movies as a kid....and today....

Post by **Sayoria** » Fri Mar 09, 2012 4:55 am

^ Hey, Aladdin was good. :p....

I am not going, but best bet for a relationship with someone is possibly mingling at the Phoenix Ball. I am sure there will be people going it alone in hopes to meeting others. Probably the best way really, if you hope to develop a friendship beyond the manga.

cmj0310 · Post by **cmj0310** » Fri Mar 09, 2012 1:22 pm

shezgottasmilez wrote:
cmj0310 wrote:
shezgottasmilez wrote:Dramacon...
Just gonna casually leave that manga title there...
i am so lost please explain.

it would be always nice to meet someone at a con.....but like people said before its better to be friends then see where it goes.

Oh I'm sorry about that, what I was refering was a manga, it's about a girl meeting a guy at anime convention and falling in love...

Just whole book, summary, plot, characters reminded me of this topic

Info about the book if curious, soo good!

http://www.amazon.com/Dramacon-Ultimate ... 141&sr=8-2

o ok thank you lol

i think its hard to meet someone at a con most of the time people are with friends....its hard to well hitt on a girl if they are with a bunch of friends like holy O.O also age comes into play some people look like they are older than 21 but are not and then some look younger but they are older lol....this is a trap for me because i am 28 lol i dont want to hitt on a 18 year old they would think i am creep lol o well

its a nice thought...

question for the girls here....if a guy is intersted how would you feel about them hitting on you what is the best way lol i think all guys would like some advice here

rawriamatiger · Post by **rawriamatiger** » Fri Mar 09, 2012 3:24 pm

o ok thank you lol

i think its hard to meet someone at a con most of the time people are with friends....its hard to well hitt on a girl if they are with a bunch of friends like holy O.O also age comes into play some people look like they are older than 21 but are not and then some look younger but they are older lol....this is a trap for me because i am 28 lol i dont want to hitt on a 18 year old they would think i am creep lol o well

its a nice thought...

question for the girls here....if a guy is intersted how would you feel about them hitting on you what is the best way lol i think all guys would like some advice here

Well personally if a guy just comes up, introduces himself, and we just have a normal conversation that seems the best. That way you can feel the other person out and if there isn't a love connection you've at least made a friend! Also the pretense of just being friendly provides an out if the other person really isn't into ya

Caesar · Post by **Caesar** » Fri Mar 30, 2012 3:23 am

anything is possible, but somethings are more so than others. I never walk into any situation with the goal of snagging a girlfriend. It just seems so vulgar, like stalking wild game or something.

In general I like to make new friends where and when I can, and if a few of them happen to be attractive single ladies, well who am I to turn down good fortune? Alea iacta est.

Nessa · Post by **Nessa** » Fri Mar 30, 2012 8:28 am

Riku Kaneyama wrote:I am very odd, I am seme when it comes to girls but for guys I am Uke

Me too!

Nessa · Post by **Nessa** » Fri Mar 30, 2012 8:30 am

PatrickBateman wrote:I'd love to meet someone, but I'm skeptical -- there are crazies of both genders at any given con, so I'd be afraid I'd wake up with some girl holding a knife over my throat or something.

But in any case, fun first.

Bahahaha xD I could see that happening

Claudie · Post by **Claudie** » Mon Apr 02, 2012 5:38 am

Hmmm... I guess it'd be really fun to meet someone special during a convention! When you first start hanging out with someone you like, everything's all "uguu I'm so happy~ ♡", so it'd be nice to be in that honeymoon stage while at a con. I love making new friends, that's the most fun part about cons, but it'd still be nice to end up with someone who had the same interests as me~
I think I've come close to this a couple of times. I get asked to the "Informal Dance" by someone, but I always have to turn them down since I never stay that late. Tis a pity.

shezgottasmilez wrote:
cmj0310 wrote:
shezgottasmilez wrote:Dramacon...
Just gonna casually leave that manga title there...
i am so lost please explain.

it would be always nice to meet someone at a con.....but like people said before its better to be friends then see where it goes.

Oh I'm sorry about that, what I was refering was a manga, it's about a girl meeting a guy at anime convention and falling in love...

Just whole book, summary, plot, characters reminded me of this topic

Info about the book if curious, soo good!

http://www.amazon.com/Dramacon-Ultimate ... 141&sr=8-2

LOL so glad I'm not the only one who thought of that manga upon reading this thread!

master chief · Post by **master chief** » Mon Apr 02, 2012 9:38 am

im hoping for the same thing lol.

Elli21486 · Post by **Elli21486** » Mon Apr 02, 2012 12:14 pm

Did I really just read uguu on here, LOL!

Anyway, never really thought of finding someone at AB since I always go alone.

Post by **Sayoria** » Mon Apr 02, 2012 4:03 pm

Okay, are people saying uguu for fun, or are people here really Kanon fans like I hope?

Qu-ko · Post by **Qu-ko** » Mon Apr 02, 2012 4:30 pm

Personally, I think the same rule should apply to congoers looking for potential dates that apply to people in a bar looking for romance. That is, worry about the friendship and bonding side of things before you leap into romance. At the very least, you lower the chances of turning someone off of you completely, and if it does evolve into something romantic, you stand a better chance of having it work out, or at least last a considerable length of time.

emeegee15 · Post by **emeegee15** » Tue Apr 03, 2012 12:00 am

Heh, I secretly fantasize about meeting that special someone when I'm walking down the street to my friend's house. xD So, yeah, the same thought for AB has definitely crossed my mind. But I'm not really expecting it to happen, and I'm looking forward to meeting lots of new otaku anyway. ;D My school is really small so there aren't very many of us, and even though I'm kind of shy I like being social and I really hope to make some new friends!

Post by **LadyMana** » Tue Apr 03, 2012 6:03 pm

A secret that isn't going to be so much a secret after saying this but, in all honesty I was able to pull everything kinda last minute (given only about 3 weeks for my father to know which seems like last minute to him) because I'm going to the con hoping to pull my guts together and tell the girl I like that I like her. I met her at the last con I attended. But it'd be much appreciated if a few of you guys wished me luck and I wish luck to all of you dreamers looking for "that special someone" at the con! It really does happen. It's not just the animes and mangas.

Master of NERV · Post by **Master of NERV** » Tue Apr 03, 2012 10:22 pm

Ludicolo wrote:I mean, do you ever think, "If my life was a shoujo manga, I might totally meet my future boyfriend/girlfriend at Anime Boston!"

Given my state of ossified decrepitude, not very likely!

Post by **Sayoria** » Tue Apr 03, 2012 10:25 pm

Mia Vi Daichi wrote:A secret that isn't going to be so much a secret after saying this but, in all honesty I was able to pull everything kinda last minute (given only about 3 weeks for my father to know which seems like last minute to him) because I'm going to the con hoping to pull my guts together and tell the girl I like that I like her. I met her at the last con I attended. But it'd be much appreciated if a few of you guys wished me luck and I wish luck to all of you dreamers looking for "that special someone" at the con! It really does happen. It's not just the animes and mangas.

Awe, good luck.

Hope she feels the same way. Inform us here again after you pop the question.

Master of NERV · Post by **Master of NERV** » Tue Apr 03, 2012 10:27 pm

Mia Vi Daichi wrote:But it'd be much appreciated if a few of you guys wished me luck and I wish luck to all of you dreamers looking for "that special someone" at the con! It really does happen. It's not just the animes and mangas.

Hear, hear! My best of wishes! Do keep us informed.

Post by **LadyMana** » Thu Apr 05, 2012 10:05 pm

Oy~ ^///^; Thanks for the wishes "Yukito Kunisaki" and "Master of NERV." It means a ton! I'll make sure to pop back here Saturday night if I have the energy.

Post by **LadyMana** » Sat Apr 07, 2012 8:40 pm

Shot down.. I guess that you could say I still have hope cause she just doesn't date in general. But ehh...

bearforceone · Post by **bearforceone** » Sun Apr 08, 2012 1:17 am

The one time I went single and as Squall Leonhart, I met a beautiful Rinoa Heartilly and by the end of the weekend we had completely fallen for each other. It's been a year, and we're still quite happy together- so, yup, it's possible to find "that special someone," but you have to be reeeeeeal lucky.

Post by **LadyMana** » Sun Apr 08, 2012 8:11 am

Amen to that

sdfx · Post by **sdfx** » Sun Apr 08, 2012 8:24 pm

So did anyone after these 3 days meet their special someone?!

Btw is the cosplay dating game a serious dating mechanism or is just a fun panel

Post by **Sayoria** » Mon Apr 09, 2012 2:23 am

No, but I met some awesome people nevertheless.

VanceVanhite · Post by **VanceVanhite** » Mon Apr 09, 2012 6:25 am

Eh, I suppose it would be nice to meet someone to date there, though I'm really looking to expand my circle of "anime friends" rather than find a girlfriend. It'd be pretty cool I guess, but chances are that they would live very far away, which would prove difficult for some people (not for me personally, but you never know). I know I've found quite a few great friends at AB this year.
Sadly, like I said, I don't think finding someone to date at an anime convention is a good idea (unless it's local-when I said anime con I meant like a large-scale on like AB or Ota). Too many unnecessary complications like distance, communications, schedule differences...I mean, if you can make it work, GO FOR IT!

(TL;DR I am running on ~5 hours of sleep for the whole weekend please let me sleep Anime Boston. I leave on a 14 hour bus ride, happy to get home, only to get on the forums. HHHNHNNGGHHH)

Qu-ko · Post by **Qu-ko** » Mon Apr 09, 2012 2:00 pm

sdfx wrote:So did anyone after these 3 days meet their special someone?!

Btw is the cosplay dating game a serious dating mechanism or is just a fun panel :P

Nope, it's a game show like the other cosplay panels. Improv comedy, if you will.

Some cons do speed dating events, but I've heard that most of them usually get far more guys than girls in applications. And naturally, most of those guys are looking for girls and all. I dunno if it'd be feasible for AB, but someone could always apply to do that as a panel or something? Or just a panel on dating tips for socially awkward fandom hermits, if it helps. I know we've had some of the latter in the past, but we didn't have one this year.

NekoRyuzaki · Post by **NekoRyuzaki** » Mon Apr 09, 2012 8:35 pm

I've also dreamed of meeting someone at Anime Boston but I am to shy to ask anyone my first year i barely spoke and just nodded when people asked to hug me hehe. But that was then now im much more social and I really enjoy the con just hanging out yes meeting someone would be so awesome and a dream come true but for now Im simply happy just hanging out with people!

Shizuma · Post by **Shizuma** » Mon Apr 09, 2012 11:49 pm

I always hope I may meet someone at a con, but being alesbian it's kind of hard since I really can't tell if someone else is a lesbian/bi or not and don't want to offend or creep out any women i'm talking to by trying to ask them out, or for their number or something, though last year I had a woman ask me out and it turned into a 6 month relationship, so I suppose it could happen again sometime at a con.

AmericanStandard · Post by **AmericanStandard** » Wed Apr 11, 2012 7:02 pm

i think it'll be easier if i was in cosplay. then we'd have a common interest and can build for there.

overall, it didnt happen