After a bit of a late start, we arrived at Embry-Riddle a little after 12 noon on Saturday.

The convention activities were scaled back a bit from last year, which was just fine with me. One of the things I like best about Anime Express is its small size that lets you really experience the convention on a close and personal level.

Note: When you base your activity map on the one used last year, be sure to update the title ^_^;

Despite the sign, this is Anime Express 9. ^_^

This would be K-chan's first time at AE and my ninth. It was good to see that the Anything Goes Anime folks were staying true to their roots and hosting the convention in the same matter that I have always loved.

As we purchased our day passes, there were already several cosplayers in the registration area.

Kaname from Full Metal Panic is on staff at the registration desk.

Below, Steve Bennett and Doug Smith in AE's Artist Alley.