Thomas Dekker and Lena Headey in Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles by R. Foreman/Fox
Comic-Con is here! Starting Thursday, we'll be blogging from TV show panels and hosting video interviews with the casts of many of your favorite shows.
Wait. What is Comic-Con?
"The Con" started as a place for comic-book artists and writers to meet with fans, and to provide panels and seminars for those who wanted to create comics of their own. When comics began popping up as TV shows and movies, Hollywood jumped on the opportunity to premiere teasers, trailers and even first episodes at the Con. The buzz created by thousands of fans at the Con has launched such TV shows as Lost and Heroes into massive hits and given nice box office nudges to such movies as Wanted and The Incredible Hulk.
Here's a Comic-Con cheat sheet, in case you're planning to make the journey out to San Diego — or if you wish you could. — Erin Fox
1) You do not need to be a "comic-book nerd" to attend. I'm beyond excited just to see all the people decked out in Star Wars and Batman costumes, not to mention checking out the new fall TV shows.
2) You'll see awesome celebs at panels, so get in line early. We'll be bringing you scoop on all the hottest new shows: Dollhouse, Kings, Life on Mars and Knight Rider. We'll cover returning shows too: Lost, Heroes, Sarah Connor, Chuck, Bones, Kyle XY, Supernatural, Smallville, Pushing Daisies and more.
3) Wear extra deodorant. It's hot in the San Diego Convention Center, and up to 150,000 people will be in and out of that space throughout the five days. Do I have to spell it out for you?
4) Costumes are encouraged. They're not required yet, thank goodness, but you may even see this fine editor don an outfit... or two.
5) Wear comfortable shoes. The Convention Center is huge and you will be on your feet for five days straight. This is no time to bust out your gold Princess Leia sandals.
6) Downtown San Diego is a lot smaller than you'd think. It's easy to navigate, and there are plenty of places to find a stiff margarita. This is mandatory after a day of eating stale, soft pretzels at the Convention Center in between Fringe screenings and navigating the hoards of Hobbits and Stormtroopers.
7) Lodging is booked solid. If you didn't book a hotel six months ago, prepare to drive far, cozy up with someone who brought an RV or spend $500 a night at a fancy hotel.
8) Don't worry, nerds. Sleep is not an option. If you need sleep, you are weak. Invest in Red Bull or Starbucks.
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