Name |
Day |
Start |
End |
Duration |
Room |
Panelists |
Track |
Long Description |
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Finding Furry in Literature |
Thursday |
13h00 1:00 PM |
14h00 2:00 PM |
60 |
Elliott B |
Garret Biggerstaff, John Kurpierz, Jason Wodicka |
Writing |
Furry exists in a surprising amount of fantasy, science fiction, and modern fiction. Werewolves, talking horses, and sentient felines abound, but that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Come hear us talk about where you might have found furry, and didn’t know it. |
Your First Furry Convention |
Thursday |
13h00 1:00 PM |
14h00 2:00 PM |
60 |
Horizon |
WereMan |
Fandom |
Each year, RainFurrest welcomes newcomers who have never been to a convention before. With so much to see and do, the experience can be overwhelming. How do I approach an artist in the dealer’s den? What do I need to know about fursuiters? What do I need to do each day? Who do I contact if I have an urgent question? Thankfully, we’ve got some advice for you on how to make the most of your convention experience, including how to make time for your friends! Come ready to make enough memories to last you until next year! |
Dialogue In Your Stories |
Thursday |
14h00 2:00 PM |
15h00 3:00 PM |
60 |
Elliott B |
Phil Geusz, Ianus Wolf, Ryan Hickey |
Writing |
How people say something is just as important as what they say. Dialogue is more than just words; it’s accent, inflection, and cadence. Come listen to some of our panelists discuss how they include this into their work, and how you can too. |
Fursuit GoH Meet |
Thursday |
14h00 2:00 PM |
15h00 3:00 PM |
60 |
Orcas A/B |
Temperance |
Fursuiting |
Sit down with our fursuiter Guest of Honor for a questions-and-answers session. |
Photo Shooting Action |
Thursday |
14h00 2:00 PM |
15h00 3:00 PM |
60 |
Alpine |
Nikolai Pandamoyed |
Art |
Whether they are of the dance, the fursuit parade, or whatever else may catch your eye, Niko will cover various techniques and means of expression for snapping that slick flick. Come on in and get some training. |
Neverwhen RPG Demo 1 |
Thursday |
14h00 2:00 PM |
18h00 6:00 PM |
240 |
Columbia B |
Dragondyne Publishing |
Gaming |
Welcome to the world of Neverwhen. Neverwhen is a campaign setting (using Paizo’s popular Pathfinder roleplaying game) that allows players and gamemasters to take items and/or characters from any d20 setting and use them in their own campaign. In addition, a storyline is provided that allows the easy inclusion of your campaign into the Neverwhen universes. We are doing demos of this Pathfinder setting. Pre-generated characters are available. The demos consist of several different scenarios selected based on the player’s interest. All of the scenarios reflect the ability to combine different genres within the adventure. For those of you that have played in our demos before we have are introducing new demo adventures. |
Staffing RF2014 |
Thursday |
15h00 3:00 PM |
15h30 3:30 PM |
30 |
Horizon |
Rex Wolf |
Fandom |
Have you ever wondered what it takes to staff a convention, and how you could be a part? Come talk with the vice chair of RF2013 about plans for next year! |
Children’s, Young Adult, and Adult Writing |
Thursday |
15h00 3:00 PM |
16h00 4:00 PM |
60 |
Elliott B |
Fuzzwolf, Kyell Gold, Mary Lowd |
Writing |
Your audience often times determines your style of writing. Certain things you can do in older literature don’t always sit well with a younger audience. Come and listen as our Guest of Honor and two of RainFurrest’s veteran panelists discuss this topic. |
Drawing 101: The Basics |
Thursday |
15h00 3:00 PM |
16h00 4:00 PM |
60 |
Alpine |
Mikha |
Art |
This panel will attempt to cover all the basics you need to learn in order to blossom as a furry artist. Topics include basic anatomy, a few techniques, and finding quality art supplies. There will also be a few exercises to encourage creativity. If you have a pencil and a pad yet lack direction, this panel is for you. |
Fursuiting on a Budget |
Thursday |
15h00 3:00 PM |
16h00 4:00 PM |
60 |
Orcas A/B |
DragonManMike |
Fursuiting |
So you want to build a fursuit but don’t have much money? Learn how to build a fursuit on a limited budget, as well as a few pointers on what you can’t manage without some real cash. |
A Reading and Q&A with Kyell Gold |
Thursday |
16h00 4:00 PM |
17h00 5:00 PM |
60 |
Elliott B |
Kyell Gold |
Writing |
Kyell Gold has been one of RainFurrest’s friends from the beginning, and every year that he’s come, he’s always brought a new story to tell. Come sit and listen as he spins a tale for his audience from some of his current works, and perhaps get a question or two about your favorite characters or books answered at the same time! |
Basic Fursuit Construction & Sewing |
Thursday |
16h00 4:00 PM |
17h00 5:00 PM |
60 |
Orcas A/B |
Temperance |
Fursuiting |
Come learn the basics of fursuit construction. Topics will include sewing, creating hand paws, foot paws and tails. The GoH will show you how! |
Drawing 102: Massive Scale Compositions |
Thursday |
16h00 4:00 PM |
17h00 5:00 PM |
60 |
Alpine |
Mikha |
Art |
In the historical tradition of great art, furry artist Rain will discuss the process of composing, executing and completing large scale pieces. Whether ten or fifty characters, he will provide sound advice and examples for your work. |
Furry Networking |
Thursday |
16h30 4:30 PM |
17h30 5:30 PM |
60 |
Horizon |
WereMan |
Fandom |
There are different ways to find a job, either by sending your resume, contact different companies or meet people who are in need of your skills. While familiar with resources to network, it is crucial to know how to use social media platforms such as Facebook or LinkedIn. In addition to tips and tricks to overcome your anxiety, you will receive an introduction how to network and talk to total strangers at an event where you don’t know anybody, which also applies to RainFurrest. With experience from New York, Seattle, and Vancouver, WereMan will share the challenges it can take and what to expect. You’ll also learn how to refer to your own group of friends and relatives for support and suggestions. |
How To Con Badge |
Thursday |
17h00 5:00 PM |
18h00 6:00 PM |
60 |
Alpine |
Mikha |
Art |
It’s important to present yourself accurately; you want people to see your fursona properly. This panel will discuss several key points which every con badge encompasses, from poses to lettering to color combination. Come by and draw your own badge. |
Opening Ceremonies |
Thursday |
17h00 5:00 PM |
18h00 6:00 PM |
60 |
Emerald D/E/F |
AlohaWolf |
General |
Come celebrate the start of RainFurrest 2013! Meet the Guests of Honor and enjoy a celebration of Song, Light, Motion, Joy... and Magic. |
So You Wanna Build a Fursuit? |
Thursday |
17h00 5:00 PM |
18h00 6:00 PM |
60 |
Orcas A/B |
Apoxon |
Fursuiting |
Building a fursuit for the first time can be a daunting task. Where can you buy foam? Where should I buy fur? How much fur should I buy? How do I make a pattern? What can I use for eyes? And so forth. We will discuss these questions and more, relating to the “getting started” process of fursuit making. Please note: actual fursuit construction will not be discussed in this panel. |
Furry Social Networking |
Thursday |
18h00 6:00 PM |
19h00 7:00 PM |
60 |
Horizon |
Fuzzy |
Fandom |
Cons are a great place to meet new friends and socialize, but after the con, keeping in touch with your friends presents its own challenges. This panel is both a chance to meet other social media enthusiasts and also a chance to discuss etiquette and habits of effective social media use. |
Prosthetics 101 |
Thursday |
18h00 6:00 PM |
19h00 7:00 PM |
60 |
Orcas A/B |
Jovial King |
Fursuiting |
Fursuits are awesome, no doubt, but they are hot and bulky. Is there a way to achieve that more natural look, closer to human form and proportions? Yes! Prosthetics! Find out what it takes to make muzzles and claws and where to find the materials. |
Writing Competition: Thursday |
Thursday |
18h00 6:00 PM |
19h00 7:00 PM |
60 |
Elliott B |
Ryan Hickey, Phil Geusz, Garret Biggerstaff |
Writing |
Once more, RainFurrest is happy to host its yearly Writing Competition. We get a topic, and we give our writers two days to try and write a completed short story. Do you think you have what it takes to meet the challenge? Come and see! Even if you don’t, everyone needs support, beta readers, and proofers. Anyone is welcome! |
Demo: Sentinels of the Multiverse |
Thursday |
18h00 6:00 PM |
20h00 8:00 PM |
120 |
Columbia A |
Zolaerla, Axiluvia |
Gaming |
Oh no! Vice City is under attack by Plague Rat! Send in the super heroes to stop him and many other powerful villians in this collaborative superhero card game. |
Animatronics |
Thursday |
19h00 7:00 PM |
20h00 8:00 PM |
60 |
Orcas A/B |
BlueMountainFox |
Fursuiting |
Curious how to make those fursuit ears move, eyes blink, or jaw move? Learn how animatronics can make a fursuit head come alive! |
Professional Illustration with Prawst |
Thursday |
19h00 7:00 PM |
20h00 8:00 PM |
60 |
Alpine |
Prawst |
Art |
It is very important to be taken seriously in this profession. Prawst will discuss what it means to be a professional artist, making money off of your work, taking commissions, and pricing yourself. Be sure to stop by. |
Writing for Beginners 1 |
Thursday |
19h00 7:00 PM |
20h00 8:00 PM |
60 |
Elliott B |
Alflor, Tarl “Voice” Hoch, Garrett Marco |
Writing |
Writing is an art. Art is talent honed with skill and experience. Come on by if you are just beginning as a writer, or even have had a few stories under your belt, and listen as our panelists give their words of wisdom for new writers, and feel free to ask for their advice. |
Animate Inanimates |
Thursday |
20h00 8:00 PM |
21h00 9:00 PM |
60 |
Secondary Theater |
Jäger |
Fandom |
A social time for plushes, pooltoys, and other “inanimates”. |
First Time Fursuiting for Newbs |
Thursday |
20h00 8:00 PM |
21h00 9:00 PM |
60 |
Orcas A/B |
Kijani, Nicodemus, Aphinity |
Fursuiting |
What newcomers can expect about fursuiting, from how much they cost, dealing with glasses, heat, clothing, the importance of spotters, and the many other things fursuiters have to deal with. |
Gender and Sexuality |
Thursday |
20h00 8:00 PM |
21h00 9:00 PM |
60 |
San Juan |
Faye |
Fandom |
How do we define gender and sexuality in the furry community? What are some of the stereotypes people think of when they think of furries and sexuality? What is a “gender outlaw”? All of these questions will be answered, and more! Attendees will participate in activities designed to help them explore their views on gender and the gender binary, as well as sexuality in this comprehensive workshop on gender and sexuality. |
Knotty Tails |
Thursday |
20h00 8:00 PM |
21h00 9:00 PM |
60 |
Alpine |
Kincaid |
Art |
Kincaid, writer for the furry comic Five Glasses of Absinthe, will discuss the many elements of scripting an adult comic: finding inspiration and influence, balancing sensuality and sexuality, designing the aesthetic of your setting, and working with artists. |
World Building and Background Design |
Thursday |
20h00 8:00 PM |
21h00 9:00 PM |
60 |
Elliott B |
Phil Geusz, Mitch de la Guardia, Ethan Gruner |
Writing |
Characters need to have a place to live in. And a character who exists in an environment that is just as vibrant and real as they are helps make a story dynamic and interesting. Our panelists will talk about the processes they go through to help design everything from simple fantasy towns to sprawling science fiction megaplexes. |
Demo: Smallworld |
Thursday |
20h00 8:00 PM |
22h00 10:00 PM |
120 |
Columbia A |
Zolaerla, Axiluvia |
Gaming |
Be careful how you plan to conquer a small world that everybody else wants to conquer! Rack up as much gold as you can while bumping off the other players as you play unusual races such as the Bivouacking Skeletons, Underworld Pixies, or Flying Dwarves. |
Dance: Thursday "Fur-ocity" |
Thursday |
21h00 9:00 PM |
03h15 +1 3:15 AM |
375 |
Main Theater |
Tigon |
Performance |
Be ready to dance the night away! Check the webpage for the DJ schedule. |
Commissions 101: For the Buyer |
Thursday |
21h00 9:00 PM |
22h00 10:00 PM |
60 |
Alpine |
MaxYote |
Art |
Join MaxYote, an expert on commissioning furry artists, as he discusses the appropriate procedure for procuring art from your favorite artists. Topics covered includes common protocol, what information to have for the artists and how to complete commissions swiftly. |
Writing Exercises and Tools |
Thursday |
21h00 9:00 PM |
22h00 10:00 PM |
60 |
Elliott B |
Mary Lowd, John Kurpierz, Phil Geusz |
Writing |
Writing takes practice. Practice is more than just writing itself, but also doing exercises to take yourself outside of your comfort zone. In this panel, we talk about different little tricks and tools that an author can use to help get that engine going. |
Art Jam #1: New Moon |
Thursday |
22h00 10:00 PM |
02h00 +1 2:00 AM |
240 |
Alpine |
Mikha |
Art |
Stop by and bring your sketchbook as well as ideas. Thematically this session will be based on change and new cycles. Supplies will be provided, as long as you provide yourself. Stick around with your blackbook and get it stuffed. |
Intended for Mature Audiences |
Thursday |
22h00 10:00 PM |
23h00 11:00 PM |
60 |
Elliott B |
Julanne Reyer, David Alan, Ethan Gruner |
Writing |
Erotic fiction can often times be a tricky topic to tackle. It’s not just about how you get into the market, but the differences in how you write towards that audience. Come and listen as our panelists talk about their experiences in getting into the business. |
Furry Anatomy and Description |
Friday |
09h00 9:00 AM |
10h00 10:00 AM |
60 |
Elliott B |
Ryan Hickey, Ethan Gruner, Mitch de la Guardia |
Writing |
Writing is about painting a picture inside the mind of the reader and trying to describe how a furry character is more than just their species. Our panelists will sit and talk about their techniques for ensuring the reader can see the furry character clearly on the page, and they’ll answer questions from the audience on how they can do the same. |
Furry Characters in a Non-furry Setting |
Friday |
10h00 10:00 AM |
11h00 11:00 AM |
60 |
Elliott B |
Mary Lowd, John Kurpierz, Ethan Gruner |
Writing |
Defining “furry” can be a tough thing to do in the context of a story that is not inherently furry. But often times writers do it in surprising ways. In everything from children’s stories to complex high fantasy, writers have given their animal characters an interesting life of their own. Come and listen as our panelists discuss how “furry” can exist in your fiction, even when it’s not considered furry. |
Using the Right Glue |
Friday |
10h00 10:00 AM |
11h00 11:00 AM |
60 |
Orcas A/B |
Trapa |
Fursuiting |
There are many glues on the market. It’s important to use the right one for your project. Learn how to select the right adhesives to construct your own fursuit. |
Neverwhen RPG Demo 2 |
Friday |
10h00 10:00 AM |
14h00 2:00 PM |
240 |
Columbia B |
Dragondyne Publishing |
Gaming |
See Neverwhen RPG Demo 1. |
A Reading and Q&A with Mary Lowd |
Friday |
11h00 11:00 AM |
12h00 noon |
60 |
Elliott B |
Mary Lowd |
Writing |
Mary Lowd has quicky become one of RainFurrest’s favorite local authors, and she brings to the table a wonderful sense of whimsy and delight as a writer for everything from children’s stories to science fiction. With more than fifty short stories under her belt, come and listen as Mary tells one of her tales to an audience, and then answers questions about her time as being both an author and mother. |
Meet the RAIn Board |
Friday |
11h00 11:00 AM |
12h00 noon |
60 |
San Juan |
Dragonfly Goodnight, AlohaWolf |
General |
Come meet the RainFurrest Board of Directors and find out what’s going on with the corporation that manages the con. |
My Little Pony Picnic |
Friday |
11h00 11:00 AM |
12h30 12:30 PM |
90 |
Grassy Knoll |
Trapa |
Fandom |
Don’t you know you’re all my very best friends? Come and meet other fans of My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic! |
Nerf War! |
Friday |
11h00 11:00 AM |
13h00 1:00 PM |
120 |
Secondary Theater |
Bob! |
Gaming |
Get your war on! This has been one of RainFurrest’s longest-running events. Come work off some energy shooting your fellow congoers in a controlled environment! Cover will be provided, as will some basic weapons and ammo. Grab a gun and get shooting! |
Tails Building Workshop |
Friday |
11h00 11:00 AM |
13h00 1:00 PM |
120 |
Orcas A/B |
DragonManMike |
Fursuiting |
Build your own tail to wear around that con, and learn how to do it yourself in the process! Note: A $10 entry fee will be required to cover the cost of materials, which will be provided. A limited selection of fur colors will be available. Maximum of thirty guests. |
Prawst’s Quik Tips |
Friday |
12h00 noon |
13h00 1:00 PM |
60 |
Alpine |
Prawst |
Art |
Tune in as the master of awesome impresses you with his skills and prowess. That’s right folk, Prawst will provide you with sage advice on how to draw really murrific stuff. Drop by as he enlightens your mind on how to kick your art to the next level, quickly. |
Writing Competition: Friday |
Friday |
12h00 noon |
13h00 1:00 PM |
60 |
Elliott B |
Ryan Hickey, Phil Geusz, Garret Biggerstaff |
Writing |
With twenty-four hours under their belt, the writers in our competition get a day to get together and bounce ideas off of each other, find someone to proof- or beta-read their work, and even ask the panelists or our special guest judge, Phil Geusz, for assistance! |
Demo: Phytocats |
Friday |
12h00 noon |
14h00 2:00 PM |
120 |
Columbia A |
Zolaerla, Axiluvia |
Gaming |
Ever wanted the cutest cat-plants around? Want to see what sprouts out when you give your eggs water, sun, and love? Come play Phytocats, a fun, cute card game where you grow your pets! |
Variety Show Rehearsal 1 |
Friday |
12h00 noon |
15h00 3:00 PM |
180 |
Main Theater |
Tigon |
Performance |
This is your chance to practice your skit for the variety show! Come and make sure your routine is down pat! |
Scavenger Hunt Intro |
Friday |
13h00 1:00 PM |
13h30 1:30 PM |
30 |
San Juan |
Trapa |
Fandom |
Every year, RainFurrest hosts a scavenger hunt. See what relics you can find scattered about the con! |
Designing a Fursuit Character |
Friday |
13h00 1:00 PM |
14h00 2:00 PM |
60 |
Orcas A/B |
ScribbleFox, Lace Aurora |
Fursuiting |
How to come up with an attractive and practical design for your fursuit. Learn from OneFurAll Studios what to include and what to adapt when planning a suit that will work well on you. |
Razzy Lee’s Logo and Graphic Design |
Friday |
13h00 1:00 PM |
14h00 2:00 PM |
60 |
Alpine |
Razzy Lee |
Art |
At this furry panel graphic designer Razzy Lee will go over some of the essentials of logo design as well as design principles. She will guide you through some real life examples of design, explaining in detail the process for purrfection. |
Scavenger Hunt Judging |
Friday |
13h00 1:00 PM |
14h00 2:00 PM |
60 |
Alpine |
Razzy Lee |
Fandom |
Bring your finds! This is the judging panel for the scavenger hunt. Be prepared to defend your goodies! |
Tournament: Halo |
Friday |
13h00 1:00 PM |
15h00 3:00 PM |
60 |
Emerald C |
Little Bear |
Gaming |
Come and get your shoot on. |
Fursuit Head Construction |
Friday |
14h00 2:00 PM |
15h00 3:00 PM |
60 |
Orcas A/B |
Temperance |
Fursuiting |
Perhaps the trickiest part of a costume. There are many ways to build a fursuit head. Learn from our GoH Temperance the techniques to build one for yourself. |
Guest of Honor Meet & Greet with Q&A |
Friday |
14h00 2:00 PM |
15h00 3:00 PM |
60 |
Elliott B |
Fuzzwolf |
Writing |
This year’s RainFurrest Writer Guests of Honor are not just writers! Fuzzwolf, Tieran, and the rest of the FurPlanet team attend RainFurrest every year so that the latest in furry fiction, comics, and magazines are available for our attendees. Come and meet the faces behind the business that brings you some of your favorite literature in our furry world. |
Partner Dancing 101 |
Friday |
14h00 2:00 PM |
15h00 3:00 PM |
60 |
Secondary Theater |
Mia Lutra |
Performance |
This will be a class introducing partner dancing – how to move with another person to the music. Steps and cool moves will be taught. Elements of blues and swing will be included. |
Rainy’s High Tea |
Friday |
14h00 2:00 PM |
15h00 3:00 PM |
60 |
St. Helens |
Lenare, Ashe |
Fandom |
High Tea has been a tradition around the world for hundreds of years, a chance to relax in the early afternoon with a cucumber sandwich and a cup of hot. Rainy would like to invite you to join her in remembrance and celebration of this classic tradition. Light refreshments to be provided. |
Sixty-Second Meet and Greets |
Friday |
14h00 2:00 PM |
15h00 3:00 PM |
60 |
San Juan |
Gizmo |
Fandom |
New to RainFurrest? Don’t know anyone? Come to Sixty-Second Meet and Greets! You’ll get a minute to meet the person next to you, before being introduced to the next! It’s a chance to meet a lot of folks in a very short time! |
Demo: Red Dragon Inn |
Friday |
14h00 2:00 PM |
16h00 4:00 PM |
120 |
Columbia A |
Zolaerla, Axiluvia |
Gaming |
The quest is over. Time to party! You and your fellow adventurers are relaxing in a tavern, drinking and gambling. Can you be the last one standing sober, and get all the gold? Spike other people’s drinks, cheat at cards for an extra advantage, or just beat the other players up. |
Dragon Anatomy |
Friday |
15h00 3:00 PM |
16h00 4:00 PM |
60 |
Alpine |
Tojo the Thief |
Art |
Professional artist Tojo will teach all you cubs the fine art of his specialty, dragons. Known for his prolific production of these mythical creatures, he will be sure to go over the ins and outs of basic dragon drawing. |
Fursuiting Beyond the Con |
Friday |
15h00 3:00 PM |
16h00 4:00 PM |
60 |
Orcas A/B |
KodiPup |
Performance |
Fursuiting does not have to be just at conventions. Hear some ideas of where and how to extend your performance skills to a public audience and properly go about doing so. |
You Had Me At.... |
Friday |
15h00 3:00 PM |
16h00 4:00 PM |
60 |
Elliott B |
Alflor, Tarl “Voice” Hoch, Garrett Marco |
Writing |
The “elevator pitch” is a term used in the media circles for the short presentation of your idea to try and capture the interest of a publisher or studio. You have from the time you get on until the time they get off to get their attention. In this panel, you can hear about how to get your work submitted to small and large publishing houses, and how to deal with everything that comes with it. Not just the successes, but also the pitfalls, the setbacks, and the rejection. |
Neverwhen RPG Demo 3 |
Friday |
15h00 3:00 PM |
17h00 5:00 PM |
240 |
Columbia B |
Dragondyne Publishing |
Gaming |
See Neverwhen RPG Demo 1. |
Building a Duct Tape Dummy |
Friday |
16h00 4:00 PM |
17h00 5:00 PM |
60 |
Orcas A/B |
Razzy Lee |
Fursuiting |
Razzy will display the correct supplies and show the proper method of making a duct tape dummy in a live demonstration. Q&A during the demo. |
MFD Dance Panel and Cypher |
Friday |
16h00 4:00 PM |
17h00 5:00 PM |
60 |
Secondary Theater |
MFD Crew |
Performance |
Do you start moving whenever you hear music? Want to learn some dance basics so you can really bust some moves? Straight from the depths of dance competitions and cons around the US, ReyRey (MFD), Ikato (MFD), and Flinch (MFD) will be teaching the very basics of dance, groove, rhythm, and any steps you may need to bust some moves on the dance floor. This will be followed by a small dance cypher. The panel welcomes all skill levels and all ages. So please, come down, have some fun, and shake some tail regardless of your ability! |
Self-Publishing: The Perils and Pitfalls |
Friday |
16h00 4:00 PM |
17h00 5:00 PM |
60 |
Elliott B |
Fuzzwolf, Sam Ward, Julianne Reyer |
Writing |
With the creation of the Kindle, the ability to self-publish has become much easier now that the e-book format has become very popular for a reader on the go. But even before that, some authors were willing to take the risk and print their own work without the support of a publishing house. Along with FurPlanet, this year’s Guest of Honor, sit down with some authors who have made the jump into self-published fiction and how they did it. |
The 1st Annual RainFurrest Film Festival Intro |
Friday |
16h00 4:00 PM |
17h00 5:00 PM |
60 |
San Juan |
Gizmo |
Fandom |
A curated and carefully selected highlight reel of past RainFurrests. Share in the memories of cons gone by. |
Book Launch: SofaWolf |
Friday |
16h00 4:00 PM |
18h00 6:00 PM |
120 |
St. Helens |
Kyell Gold, Ryan Campbell, Ashe |
Writing |
RainFurrest, the preeminent furry writing convention, would like to cordially invite you to join Ryan Campbell and the SofaWolf staff in celebration of the launch of Gods of Clay, Ryan Campbell’s newest novel and the latest SofaWolf release. |
Tournament: Red Dragon Inn |
Friday |
16h00 4:00 PM |
18h00 6:00 PM |
120 |
Columbia A |
Zolaerla, Axiluvia |
Gaming |
Have what it takes to beat everybody else at the bar, gulp a few drinks, and still end up ahead with everybody else’s gold? Compete against other adventurers in small groups to win and for prizes! |
Drawing Webcomics |
Friday |
17h00 5:00 PM |
18h00 6:00 PM |
60 |
Alpine |
Dana Simpson, Egypt Urnash |
Art |
Two snarky ladies talk about making webcomics happen. |
Guest of Honor Dinner |
Friday |
17h00 5:00 PM |
19h00 7:00 PM |
120 |
Main Theater |
Fox Amoore, Alexander James Adams, AlohaWolf, Fuzzwolf, Temperance |
Fandom |
Join RainFurrest’s guests of honor – Fox Amoore, Alexander Adams, Temperence, and the FurPlanet crew – for a catered dinner! Note: Tickets are $15 for Standard and Sponsor registrations. Patrons attend free! |
A Reading and Q&A with Ryan Campbell |
Friday |
18h00 6:00 PM |
19h00 7:00 PM |
60 |
Elliott B |
Ryan Campbell |
Writing |
Ryan Campbell brought us the book Smiley and The Hero and regularly adds his pen to New Fables. Now he’s begun a new trilogy called The Fire Bearers, and the first book, God of Clay, is set to release at RainFurrest! Come get a sneak peek into Ryan’s works as he reads from his newest work, and answers questions of new readers and fans alike. |
Event: Friday Night Magic |
Friday |
18h00 6:00 PM |
22h00 10:00 PM |
240 |
Columbia A |
Zolaerla, Diesel Dragon |
Gaming |
Into Magic: the Gathering? Or just want to learn how to play? Come game with us with your own decks, or play with one of our 50+ prebuilt decks in a free-for-all fashion. Standard, Legacy, Commander and everything else is allowed. |
Banned Cartoons 1 |
Friday |
18h30 6:30 PM |
19h30 7:30 PM |
60 |
San Juan |
Roy G. Biv, Gummi Pony |
Art |
We think of cartoons as entertainment for children, but in the history of the medium, there have been a number of cartoons that were later banned or censored. We’ll discuss the history of these cartoons, and watch parts of them as part of the exercise. Part 1 covers material up to 1980.
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Fursuit Refurbishing and Critique |
Friday |
19h00 7:00 PM |
20h00 8:00 PM |
60 |
Orcas A/B |
Matrices, JillCostumes |
Fursuiting |
Got something you’d like to improve on your fursuit head but aren’t sure how? Enjoy some polite tailored advice on refurbishing fursuit heads, to improve comfort, increase ventilation or vision, or just to update the looks. Bring your fursuit head (unworn) to a friendly critique to guide you on improving those areas you wish to change. Self-made or purchased fursuits are welcome! |
Guest of Honor Concert |
Friday |
19h00 7:00 PM |
20h00 8:00 PM |
60 |
Main Theater |
Fox Amoore, Alexander James Adams |
Performance |
Join Fox Amoore, Alexander James Adams, and a paw-picked band for an unforgettable hour of live music! |
Fur What It’s Worth |
Friday |
19h00 7:00 PM |
21h00 9:00 PM |
120 |
Secondary Theater |
Tugs Puppybear |
Fandom |
The popular podcast Fur What It’s Worth will be talking to their audience live from RainFurrest! Come be part of the show! |
Tell Me a Tale: Live Flash Fiction with Reading |
Friday |
19h00 7:00 PM |
21h00 9:00 PM |
120 |
Elliott B |
Kyell Gold, Ianus Wolf, Garret Biggerstaff |
Writing |
Come and see the creative process at work! As the audience, you supply the characters, the setting, and the situation. The three authors who have volunteered their time will have one hour to write a story based on this, and then will get a chance to read them aloud. Can these three meet that challenge? There’s only one way to find out! |
Tournament: Gears of War 3 |
Friday |
19h00 7:00 PM |
21h00 9:00 PM |
120 |
Emerald C |
Little Bear |
Gaming |
Come and get your Omen on. |
Banned Cartoons 2 |
Friday |
20h00 8:00 PM |
21h00 9:00 PM |
60 |
San Juan |
Roy G. Biv, Gummi Pony |
Art |
See Banned Cartoons 1 for details. Part 2 covers material from 1980 to the present. |
Fursuit Tech and Lighting |
Friday |
20h00 8:00 PM |
21h00 9:00 PM |
60 |
Orcas A/B |
GroggyFox |
Fursuiting |
Light up your suit! Learn how to use LEDs, EL wire, fluorescent and glow in the dark materials, et cetera, and ideas on using them with fursuits. |
Life Drawing: Male Clothed |
Friday |
20h00 8:00 PM |
21h00 9:00 PM |
60 |
Alpine |
Mikha |
Art |
Stop by as our Art Track Lead discusses the finer points of drawing people with their clothes on. The basics of drapery will be addressed, as well as more advanced discussion on anatomy and composition. All ages welcome. |
Dance: Friday "Feral Bass" |
Friday |
21h00 9:00 PM |
04h00 +1 4:00 AM |
420 |
Main Theater |
Tigon |
Performance |
Be ready to dance the night away! Check the webpage for the DJ schedule. |
Life Drawing: Male Nude |
Friday |
21h00 9:00 PM |
22h00 10:00 PM |
60 |
Alpine |
Mikha |
Art |
Stop by as our Art Track Lead discusses the finer points of drawing people with their clothes off. The basics of drapery will be addressed, as well as more advanced discussion on combining human with animal anatomy. Ages 18+ only. |
Meet the Art Whores |
Friday |
21h00 9:00 PM |
22h00 10:00 PM |
60 |
San Juan |
Sunwingedwolf, Arcana, MaxYote, MirringFox |
Fandom |
Enjoy this refreshing Q&A with some of the fandom’s more renowned art whores. Hear as they regale you with anecdotes and funny stories of their experiences in the art buying world, and bring your own questions about the noble past time of art whoring. |
Voice Acting Workshop |
Friday |
21h30 9:30 PM |
23h30 11:30 PM |
120 |
Elliott B |
Buck Hopper |
Performance |
As a veteran of video games, television, film, and the internet, Buck Hopper has done a bit of everything when it comes to voice acting. Now he would like to give you the chance to learn how to do it too. With equipment set up to record, Buck will take you through the basics of the industry, including letting you read some live for the audience. |
Demo: Furoticon |
Friday |
22h00 10:00 PM |
00h00 +1 midnight |
120 |
Columbia A |
Callista Skip |
Gaming |
In Furoticon, you control your own personal furry harem and compete for dominance over your opponent’s harem! Check out the How to Play panel to get your hands on some cards (demo decks available!) and compete in one of our Tournaments to win prizes! Stop by the Tail Kiss Studio Dealer Table to sign up or get more information. (Tournament sign-up only accepted in the Dealer Room.) Ages 18+ only. |
Tournament: Call of Duty |
Friday |
22h00 10:00 PM |
00h00 +1 midnight |
120 |
Emerald C |
Little Bear |
Gaming |
Come and get your war on. |
Unsheathed |
Friday |
22h00 10:00 PM |
00h00 +1 midnight |
120 |
Secondary Theater |
Kyell Gold |
Performance |
Every year, Kyell Gold and K.M. Hirosaki have hosted the Unsheathed podcast at RainFurrest. This year, we are inviting them back with more space for all the people who love to come and hear Kyell Gold and potential Guests discuss whatever what may come. |
Art Jam #2: Waxing |
Friday |
22h00 10:00 PM |
02h00 +1 2:00 AM |
240 |
Alpine |
Mikha |
Art |
Stop by and bring your sketchbook as well as ideas. Thematically this session will be based in change and new cycles. Supplies will be provided, as long as you provide yourself. Stick around with your blackbook and get it stuffed. |
Youtubaloo Renaissance: Can’t Corner the Dorner |
Friday |
22h00 10:00 PM |
23h00 11:00 PM |
60 |
San Juan |
Prawst |
Fandom |
A presentation with a special tailored intro video for RainFurrest 2013 and a collection of the best underground videos from the internet over the past year. Simply put, the TOP LEL. |
Cereal and Toons |
Saturday |
08h00 8:00 AM |
10h00 10:00 AM |
120 |
Secondary Theater |
Bob! |
Fandom |
Wake up and get off to a great start to RainFurrest’s biggest day with (you guessed it!) some cartoons and cereal! |
Writing for Beginners 2 |
Saturday |
09h00 9:00 AM |
10h00 10:00 AM |
60 |
Elliott B |
Mary Lowd, Tarl “Voice” Hoch, Garrett Marco |
Writing |
Everyone writes. Even if it’s just bits in a blog on Facebook, to stories on a paper pad you think no one else is ever going to see. But it takes some talent and dedication to take those little ideas and bring them to the next level. Our panelists will come together to help you learn what it can take to be a writer. |
Character Development |
Saturday |
10h00 10:00 AM |
11h00 11:00 AM |
60 |
Elliott B |
Alflor, Mitch de lay Guardia, Ryan Campbell |
Writing |
Characters are who drive your story forwards, and because of this they need to be as varied and organic as the people who read about them. Building a good and believable character is often times as hard as crafting a good plot, and our panelists will help give you the tricks and tools to help give your readers that real edge. |
Fursuit Care and Maintenance |
Saturday |
10h00 10:00 AM |
11h00 11:00 AM |
60 |
Orcas A/B |
Twinky Arts, Drahck |
Fursuiting |
An introduction in fursuit care, repair, and storage. A brief how-to on keeping your fursuit looking like new! |
Variety Show Rehearsal 2 |
Saturday |
10h00 10:00 AM |
13h00 1:00 PM |
180 |
Main Theater |
Tigon |
Performance |
This is your chance to practice your skit for the variety show! Come and make sure your routine is down pat! |
Neverwhen RPG Demo 4 |
Saturday |
10h00 10:00 AM |
14h00 2:00 PM |
240 |
Columbia B |
Dragondyne Publishing |
Gaming |
See Neverwhen RPG Demo 1. |
Babyfur.ME Social |
Saturday |
10h30 10:30 AM |
12h00 noon |
90 |
Secondary Theater |
Fuzzy |
Fandom |
Previously called “CubFur Social”. Social gathering event for cubfurs hosted and funded by BabyFur.ME. |
A Reading and Q&A with Garrett Marco |
Saturday |
11h00 11:00 AM |
12h00 noon |
60 |
Elliott B |
Garrett Marco |
Writing |
As a part of Soul Mate Publishing, Garrett Marco is no stranger to either side of writing, being an author and a publisher. As a newcomer to RainFurrest, we would like to welcome him to our convention and fandom, and would like to invite you all to listen to some of his work, and answer your questions. |
Fursuiter’s Best Friend |
Saturday |
11h00 11:00 AM |
12h00 noon |
60 |
Orcas A/B |
Temperance |
Fursuiting |
Fursuiting at a furry convention is relatively easy, but elsewhere it’s usually best to have someone watching out for you. Whether you call them helpers, spotters or furless lackeys, learn how pick or be a great fursuit helper. |
K-otic Studios Presents: Mercenary Rodent for Hire |
Saturday |
11h00 11:00 AM |
12h00 noon |
60 |
San Juan |
Conker |
Gaming |
K-otic Studios is proud to present a playable demo of their latest video game offering, Mercenary Rodent for Hire. Afterwards, there will be a Q&A involving furries in the video game industry. |
Fursuiting Inspirations |
Saturday |
12h00 noon |
13h00 1:00 PM |
60 |
Orcas A/B |
Thumper |
Fursuiting |
So many people ask, “Where do you get your ideas for a costume?” Well, here’s your chance to find out! |
Writing Competition: Saturday |
Saturday |
12h00 noon |
13h00 1:00 PM |
60 |
Elliott B |
Ryan Hickey, Phil Geusz, Garret Biggerstaff |
Writing |
Today is the day when everyone will turn in their work, and the judges will begin to look over all the entries. As with every year, our first prize winner will receive not only a membership for next year’s convention, but they will also have their work printed in the 2014 conbook. The winner, and the second and third place prizes, will be announced at Closing Ceremonies. |
Life Drawing: Akido |
Saturday |
12h00 noon |
14h00 2:00 PM |
120 |
Alpine |
Rhari, Fever Low |
Art |
This special life drawing session will be taught by Rhari and Fever Low using real life models to demonstrate action technique. From stances to more advanced notions of movement, these furs will teach this to all ages. |
Event: Freeform Role-Playing |
Saturday |
12h00 noon |
16h00 4:00 PM |
240 |
Columbia A |
Zolaerla |
Gaming |
Sick of ridiculous rules, power levelling, die rolls spoiling everything, constant battles, or even just want to RP on the go? Then try out freeform role-playing, where role-playing and story telling reign supreme! |
Advanced Editing |
Saturday |
13h00 1:00 PM |
14h00 2:00 PM |
60 |
Elliott B |
Kyell Gold, Ashe, Buck Turner |
Writing |
Join Buck Turner, Kyell Gold, and Ashe Valisca as they discuss both the science and the dark art of editing a story. They will discuss why you need a good editor, the right ways to work with your editor, and how to become a better editor of your own work. |
Advanced Fursuit Construction |
Saturday |
13h00 1:00 PM |
14h00 2:00 PM |
60 |
Orcas A/B |
Temperance |
Fursuiting |
Learn from our GoH Temperance! More advanced construction techniques covering fursuit heads tips and tricks, patterns, and body construction. |
Aquatics |
Saturday |
13h00 1:00 PM |
14h00 2:00 PM |
60 |
San Juan |
Frosty Orca, Wolphi |
Fandom |
A social meet up for dolphins, orcas, sharks, otters, and all other aquatic species! Those merely interested are welcome! Come for a light-hearted discussion about our favorite species and the environment they live in. |
Ice Cream Social |
Saturday |
13h00 1:00 PM |
14h30 2:30 PM |
90 |
Secondary Theater |
AlohaWolf |
Fandom |
Meet and greet – and eat! Ice cream smoothes all social interactions. Experience this truth and find some new friends, or just get together with the ones you already have. Note: Tickets are $4 for Standard and Sponsor registrations; Patrons attend free! |
Comedy, Tragedy, Action, Romance |
Saturday |
14h00 2:00 PM |
15h00 3:00 PM |
60 |
Elliott B |
Mary Lowd, Alflor, Buni |
Writing |
Genre can sometimes be a hard thing to define. What does it really mean to be a comedy or tragedy, or a romance, or even an adventure story? Our panelists will help provide you with their insight into the differences that help you figure out where your stories might fall. |
Illustrator with Urnash |
Saturday |
14h00 2:00 PM |
15h00 3:00 PM |
60 |
Alpine |
Egypt Urnash |
Art |
Learn from Adobe Illustrator expert Egypt Urnash as she covers the finer points of this program. Watch while she showcases her skills and abilities, providing points and tips to those of you interested in expanding your digital skills. |
Fursuit Parade |
Saturday |
14h00 2:00 PM |
15h30 3:30 PM |
90 |
Main Theater |
Aphinity |
Performance |
Come see those fursuits that you’ve seen wandering around – all at once! Parade will follow the route marked on your Pocket Guide. Note: Fursuiters should begin gathering for the parade at 2:00 PM; parade will begin at 2:30 PM! |
Tournament: Super Smash Bros. Melee 1 |
Saturday |
14h00 2:00 PM |
16h00 4:00 PM |
120 |
Emerald C |
Little Bear |
Gaming |
Come and get your fight on. |
Furry Ham Radio |
Saturday |
15h00 3:00 PM |
16h00 4:00 PM |
60 |
San Juan |
Kyle Fox |
Fandom |
For the shortwave enthusiast, regardless of experience level. |
Oh, The Horror! |
Saturday |
15h00 3:00 PM |
16h00 4:00 PM |
60 |
Elliott B |
Alflor, Tarl “Voice” Hoch, Ianus Wolf |
Writing |
Horror can be one of the harder genres to get into, as the elements that help make up a good horror story are hard to master. During the panel, these writers will discuss how to write a horror story to grab the heart and the fear of the reader, and help keep them engaged all the way to the climax. |
Neverwhen RPG Demo 5 |
Saturday |
15h00 3:00 PM |
19h00 7:00 PM |
240 |
Columbia B |
Dragondyne Publishing |
Gaming |
See Neverwhen RPG Demo 1. |
Acquiring a Fursuit: Info For Beginners |
Saturday |
16h00 4:00 PM |
17h00 5:00 PM |
60 |
Orcas A/B |
Twinky Arts, Drahck |
Fursuiting |
New to the fandom? Looking for a fursuit? These are some things you need to know ahead of time to make the process run smoothly. |
Furry RPGs |
Saturday |
16h00 4:00 PM |
17h00 5:00 PM |
60 |
San Juan |
Jason Wodicka |
Gaming |
So you’ve heard of this “roleplaying” thing, and you’ve played a game or two. Our panel will introduce you to all sorts of games and systems you might not have heard of – from games ideal for a few hours at a con to games ripe for a multi-year campaign. We’ll focus on games that default to being furry, but we’ll also cover other furry-friendly games. If you’re a roleplayer – or you want to be! – come find your next favorite game! |
GoH Demo: Temperance |
Saturday |
16h00 4:00 PM |
17h00 5:00 PM |
60 |
Alpine |
Temperance |
Art |
Our Guest of Honor Temperance will host this panel displaying her prowess in a number of ways. Throughout the hour she will provide insight on her artistic style and help you push your own, whether beginner or advanced. |
Sex, Drugs, and Rock ’n Roll! |
Saturday |
16h00 4:00 PM |
17h00 5:00 PM |
60 |
Elliott B |
Ianus Wolf, Julianne Reyer, David Alan |
Writing |
Some topics are hard to put into books... drugs and alcohol being one of them. Things like teenage rebellion are rife with booze, cigarettes, recreational drug use, and often times can lead to other things. During this panel, our writers will talk about how you can realistically include these kinds of things in your work. |
Demo: Betrayal at the House on the Hill |
Saturday |
16h00 4:00 PM |
18h00 6:00 PM |
120 |
Columbia A |
Zolaerla, Axiluvia |
Gaming |
You and your friends went to the House on the Hill, and the door has mysteriously shut behind you! You explore the house, building the board as you go, having nerve-wracking events and ominous omens happening, until one of you turns traitor against the others! |
Variety Show |
Saturday |
16h30 4:30 PM |
18h30 6:30 PM |
120 |
Main Theater |
Tigon |
Performance |
Got a song, a skit, or just a cool costume you want to show off? Then participate in our Variety Show! And here’s where you show the RainFurrest staff what you have in mind, work out how you’ll be introduced to the crowd and your music cues, and so on. Attendance is mandatory if you intend to be in the Furry Variety Show. Note: All acts must be suitable for all ages. |
Anatomy 101 |
Saturday |
17h00 5:00 PM |
18h00 6:00 PM |
60 |
Alpine |
Razzy Lee |
Art |
Resident artist Razzy Lee will guide this class in the basics of figure drawing. Starting with perspective and anatomy, she will move onto gestural drawing as well as how to work a figure towards completion. Meant for the starter artist. |
Ears Building Workshop |
Saturday |
17h00 5:00 PM |
19h00 7:00 PM |
120 |
Orcas A/B |
DragonManMike |
Fursuiting |
Build your own ears to wear around the con, and learn how to do it yourself in the process! Note: A $10 entry fee will be required to cover the cost of materials, which will be provided. A limited selection of fur colors will be available. Maximum of thirty guests. |
AdventureCru Unleashed |
Saturday |
18h00 6:00 PM |
19h00 7:00 PM |
60 |
San Juan |
Prawst |
Fandom |
An open seminar where topics regarding con etiquette and furry convention culture is discussed and celebrated. The audience is encouraged to share their own favourite con experiences pertaining to each mystery topic that is revealed throughout the panel. |
Modifying and Retelling Historical Fiction |
Saturday |
18h00 6:00 PM |
19h00 7:00 PM |
60 |
Elliott B |
Kyell Gold, Jason Wodicka, Ryan Hickey |
Writing |
What-ifs are a wonderful thing, taking something and then putting a new twist on it in order to try and find a new perspective. Re-telling history into historical fiction is often times an exercise in getting the reader to become interested in the truth of the events that lead to your story. These writers will sit down and talk about their favorite historical fiction works, and how to create your own fiction in truth. |
WereDoggyStyle |
Saturday |
18h00 6:00 PM |
19h00 7:00 PM |
60 |
Alpine |
WerePuppy |
Art |
Prolific and professional artist WerePuppy will be stopping in to share some of his wisdom with us. He will highlight some of his techniques and process with us, showing us how a breakout artist gets work finished. |
Book Launch: FurPlanet |
Saturday |
18h00 6:00 PM |
20h00 8:00 PM |
120 |
St. Helens |
Fuzzwolf, Ashe |
Writing |
RainFurrest, the preeminent furry writing convention, would like to cordially invite you to join Phil Geusz and the FurPlanet staff in celebration of the launch of Evolutionary Action, Phil Geusz’s newest novel and the latest FurPlanet release. |
Tournament: Super Smash Bros. Brawl |
Saturday |
18h00 6:00 PM |
20h00 8:00 PM |
120 |
Emerald C |
Little Bear |
Gaming |
Come and get your smash on. |
Tournament: Pre-built Magic |
Saturday |
18h00 6:00 PM |
22h00 10:00 PM |
240 |
Columbia A |
Zolaerla, Diesel Dragon |
Gaming |
Didn’t bring your Magic deck, or never really played before? This pre-constructed tournament will have several different types of decks, all Legacy style, and tested to be well balanced against each other and simple enough that beginning players can play most of them with little difficulty. Sign up early as we only have twenty-four slots available! |
Crafting Mythology |
Saturday |
19h00 7:00 PM |
20h00 8:00 PM |
60 |
Elliott B |
Ianus Wolf, Jason Wodicka, Mitch de la Guardia |
Writing |
In the background of any fantasy world, there is usually a magic and mysticism that helps give a vibrancy and life all its own. From oppressive theocracy or enlightened religions, from demonic cults to ancient covens, listen as our writers discuss how to artfully craft the mystic and unseen into their worlds. |
Dealing with Srs Art |
Saturday |
19h00 7:00 PM |
20h00 8:00 PM |
60 |
Alpine |
Soulscape |
Art |
Thea gets back to ground zero to show newbies and aspiring artists alike what subjects you need to cover for self studies, the mindset to climb the skill ladder, business tips, and the best books to have for your artistic arsenal to take it to the next level. |
Hackers, Locks, and Cheese |
Saturday |
19h00 7:00 PM |
20h00 8:00 PM |
60 |
San Juan |
Kyle Fox |
Performance |
No actual cheese involved. |
Furry Karaoke! |
Saturday |
19h00 7:00 PM |
21h00 9:00 PM |
120 |
Secondary Theater |
Saphy |
Performance |
Raise your voices! Sing along with your favorite tracks as Saphy hosts karaoke. From trained professionals to enthusiastic amateurs, everyone is welcome to participate! |
Fursuit Dance Competition |
Saturday |
19h30 7:30 PM |
21h00 9:00 PM |
90 |
Main Theater |
Tigon |
Performance |
Think you got moves? Think you can pull ’em off in suit? Come and show us. |
Adult RPGs |
Saturday |
20h00 8:00 PM |
21h00 9:00 PM |
60 |
San Juan |
Jason Wodicka |
Gaming |
A good role-playing experience can leave you with memories and stories that last for years. A bad experience can destroy trust and friendships. The easy way to keep away from the bad stuff is to never take risks – but that’s no fun! We’ll teach real, tested ways to expand the comfort zone, incorporating sex and other taboo subjects into your tabletop games without tearing your play-group apart. |
Fiction versus Fan-fiction |
Saturday |
20h00 8:00 PM |
21h00 9:00 PM |
60 |
Elliott B |
Mary Lowd, John Kurpierz, Garret Biggerstaff |
Writing |
Sometimes there can be a thin wall between what you can consider your own work, and just an extension of someone else’s work. Fan fiction is an increasing viable medium for writers to cut their teeth and hone their talent, but eventually a writer needs to strike out on their own. |
Life Drawing: Female Clothed |
Saturday |
20h00 8:00 PM |
21h00 9:00 PM |
60 |
Alpine |
Mikha |
Art |
Stop by as our Art Track Lead discusses the finer points of drawing people with their clothes on. The basics of drapery will be addressed, as well as more advanced discussion on anatomy and composition. All ages welcome. |
Guided Meditation |
Saturday |
20h00 8:00 PM |
22h00 10:00 PM |
120 |
Grassy Knoll |
Rhiannon Louve |
Fandom |
Have you ever dreamed of being something else? Can you feel your wings or tail when you close your eyes? This is an exercise in finding your inner animal and making it manifest in sense and thought. The practice itself should take up to an hour, with an extended discussion afterwards. |
Dance: Saturday "Animal House" |
Saturday |
21h00 9:00 PM |
04h15 +1 4:15 AM |
435 |
Main Theater |
Tigon |
Performance |
Be ready to dance the night away! Check the webpage for the DJ schedule. |
And Now... the Naughty Bits! |
Saturday |
21h00 9:00 PM |
22h00 10:00 PM |
60 |
Elliott B |
Ethan Gruner, Tarl “Voice” Hoch, David Alan |
Writing |
There is a lot of adult furry fiction. A lot. Sometimes the fandom is a bit pigeonholed because of it. But despite this, it is still a viable writing medium. In this after-hours panel, you will get a chance to talk about the ins and outs of being an adult fiction writer, and ask some of the more uncomfortable questions you might not have been willing to ask otherwise about the topic. |
Life Drawing: Female Nude |
Saturday |
21h00 9:00 PM |
22h00 10:00 PM |
60 |
Alpine |
Mikha |
Art |
Stop by as our Art Track Lead discusses the finer points of drawing women with their clothes off. The basics of drapery will be addressed, as well as more advanced discussion on combining human with animal anatomy. 18+ Only. |
Drum Circle |
Saturday |
22h00 10:00 PM |
00h00 +1 midnight |
120 |
San Juan |
Yarek Mooncat |
Performance |
Hello, are you into drumming? Maybe you’re interested but don’t know how to play, or maybe you’re just looking for a unique experience. Well, we have all that for you right here at Thump In The Night, a freestyle drum jam in the dark. You’ll be provided with instruments if you don’t have your own, as well as a dazzling array of colorful LEDs to light up the dark. So come check it out and have yourselves a great time! |
Tournament: Furoticon |
Saturday |
22h00 10:00 PM |
00h00 +1 midnight |
120 |
Columbia A |
Callista Skip |
Gaming |
In Furoticon, you control your own personal furry harem and compete for dominance over your opponent’s harem! Check out the How to Play panel to get your hands on some cards (demo decks available!) and compete in one of our tournaments to win prizes! Stop by the Tail Kiss Studio dealer table to sign up or get more information. (Tournament sign-up only accepted in the Dealer Room) Ages 18+ only. |
Whose Lion Is It, Anyway? |
Saturday |
22h00 10:00 PM |
00h00 +1 midnight |
120 |
Secondary Theater |
Semjay |
Performance |
The famous improv show... with a furry twist! Enjoy the contestants’ hilarious antics – but be careful. They may make you join in! Ages 18+ only. |
Art Jam #3: Full Moon |
Saturday |
22h00 10:00 PM |
02h00 +1 2:00 AM |
240 |
Alpine |
Mikha |
Art |
Stop by and bring your sketchbook as well as ideas. Themematically this session will be based in change and new cycles. Supplies will be provided, as long as you provide yourself. Stick around with your blackbook and get it stuffed. |
Writing Kinky Stories |
Saturday |
22h00 10:00 PM |
23h00 11:00 PM |
60 |
Elliott B |
Teiran, Ashe Valisca, Ianus J. Wolf |
Writing |
Everybody has a favorite kink they like to write about, be it macro, BDSM, muscles, or paws, but there are ways to make a kinky story into a really good story too. Come join Teiran, Ashe Valisca, and Ianus J. Wolf for tips and tricks to make your kinky writing better. |
Tournament: Super Smash Bros. Melee 2 |
Saturday |
23h00 11:00 PM |
01h00 +1 1:00 AM |
120 |
Emerald C |
Little Bear |
Gaming |
Come and get your fight on again. |
Event: Graveyard Games |
Saturday |
24h00 midnight |
02h00 +1 2:00 AM |
120 |
Columbia A |
Axiluvia |
Gaming |
Full of undead fun! Stay up late and play games like Zombies!, Humans!, Zombie Fluxx, Zombie Dice, and Zombie Munchkin! This is strictly BYOB, though – bring your own brains. |
There’s a Line... and You’ve Crossed It. |
Sunday |
09h00 9:00 AM |
10h00 10:00 AM |
60 |
Elliott B |
Phil Geusz, Mary Lowd, Garrett Marco |
Writing |
Fiction has its good, its bad, and its downright ugly. Some stories are so bad they’re good, but some of them are just plain horrid. But there can even be some diamonds in the worst offerings that you have either written, or have been passed by someone’s desk. Come in, sit, and listen to the discussion about bad writing. |
Fursuits and Photography |
Sunday |
10h00 10:00 AM |
11h00 11:00 AM |
60 |
Orcas A/B |
GroggyFox |
Fursuiting |
Photography at a convention can be both a fun and challenging experience. Come and find out what that mysterious “M” setting on your camera does! We’ll cover the very basics of photography, go over some advanced topics, and talk a bit about how it all applies to shooting at a convention. Everyone is encouraged to bring their cameras along! Fursuits welcome too if you want to be photographed! |
The Mystical Magical Marvelous Magnificent Mary Sue! |
Sunday |
10h00 10:00 AM |
11h00 11:00 AM |
60 |
Elliott B |
Ianus Wolf, Mary Lowd, Tarl “Voice” Hoch |
Writing |
Who are Mary Sue and her brother Gary Stu? They are characters of self-insertion – the people who are the author’s avatar inside their stories, and often times end up being empowered to do things within the plot that would make even the staunchest hero blanch. Mary Sues can be the death of a good piece of writing, and our panelists will help you figure out if she has either moved in, or is waiting in the bleachers. |
Friendship is Magic! |
Sunday |
10h00 10:00 AM |
12h00 noon |
120 |
Secondary Theater |
Gemini Star (Electric Keet), Line Monkey |
Fandom |
A gathering of ponyfolk, griffons, dragons, and anypony else who enjoys My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic or is curious about this surprise hit. Fan-made videos will be screened, friends will be made, and stories of the show and our love of it will be shared. Note: Diamond Dogs must be leashed. |
Neverwhen RPG Demo 6 |
Sunday |
10h00 10:00 AM |
14h00 2:00 PM |
240 |
Columbia B |
Dragondyne Publishing |
Gaming |
See Neverwhen RPG Demo 1. |
Meet the RF2013 Charity: The Clouded Leopard Project |
Sunday |
10h30 10:30 AM |
11h30 11:30 AM |
60 |
San Juan |
Karen Povey (The Clouded Leopard Project), Sharako |
Fandom |
Ever hear about clouded leopards? Think they’re the same as a snow leopard in the Himalayas, or a leopard in Africa or India? You would be wrong. Come learn about these elusive tropical tree cats of Southeast Asia and what is being done to preserve them. |
And Suddenly... You’re Popular! |
Sunday |
11h00 11:00 AM |
12h00 noon |
60 |
Elliott B |
Fuzzwolf, Phil Geusz, Kyell Gold |
Writing |
Popularity is not something that everyone can handle. In many respects it’s more work than people think it is. There are book launches, signings, appearances, social media. Everyone wants to see you, and everyone wants to learn from you. Our Guests of Honor and one of our the most popular and profilic furry authors will sit down with you to talk about how to handle this as best possible. |
Fursuit Performance |
Sunday |
11h00 11:00 AM |
12h00 noon |
60 |
Orcas A/B |
Kijani, Nicodemus, Aphinity |
Fursuiting |
Bring your character to life! Learn the tips and tricks to fursuit performance and how to make your character stand out. |
Party Pictionary |
Sunday |
11h00 11:00 AM |
12h00 noon |
60 |
Alpine |
Prawst |
Gaming |
A game where the crowd, split into two teams, competes to best each other in a gameshow style competition where audience members draw topics and the crowd has to wildly guess. An experience rife with laughter and good times. |
Tournament: Rock Band 1 |
Sunday |
11h00 11:00 AM |
13h00 1:00 PM |
120 |
Emerald C |
Little Bear |
Gaming |
Come and get your rock on. |
Charity Auction / Art Auction |
Sunday |
12h00 noon |
13h00 1:00 PM |
60 |
Main Theater |
Sharako |
Fandom |
The annual charity auction, this year benefitting the Clouded Leopard Foundation. Any piece that went to auction from the art show will also be resolved here. |
Fursuit Meet and Greet |
Sunday |
12h00 noon |
13h00 1:00 PM |
60 |
Orcas A/B |
Aphinity, DragonManMike |
Fursuiting |
General round table discussion where fursuiters talk about who they are, what costumes they have, and what they enjoy about suiting. Come meet your favorite suiter and ask them questions you have always wondered about, or bring your own work to show off. |
Neoclassical Anthropomorphism |
Sunday |
12h00 noon |
13h00 1:00 PM |
60 |
Alpine |
Mikha |
Art |
The fandom has several distinct styles of art, stop by as our Art Track Lead addresses and advises on one of the more recent development, Neoclassicism. Discussions in realistically rendering anatomy and drapery will ensue. |
Writer’s Blocks: Tools and Tricks |
Sunday |
12h00 noon |
13h00 1:00 PM |
60 |
Elliott B |
Ianus Wolf, Tarl “Voice” Hoch, Sam Ward |
Writing |
Writer’s Block is something every writer has to eventually deal with. Our panelists will tell you about the things they’ve used in the past to help get past the block and get back to the craft. Come by to listen, learn something new, and perhaps ask a few questions too. |
2014 Seattle Pride! |
Sunday |
13h00 1:00 PM |
14h00 2:00 PM |
60 |
San Juan |
Dragonfly Goodnight |
Fandom |
Come and talk about getting furries back in the Pride Parade next year. |
Drawing the Taur |
Sunday |
13h00 1:00 PM |
14h00 2:00 PM |
60 |
Alpine |
Rhari |
Art |
As our art track starts to wrap up, be sure to stop in and learn more on how to draw taurs from Rhari, an expert through practice on these four-legged anthromorphs. From chakats to centaurs, four-limbed creatures of all kinds will be discussed. |
Fursuit Building as a Business |
Sunday |
13h00 1:00 PM |
14h00 2:00 PM |
60 |
Orcas A/B |
Temperance |
Fursuiting |
Learn the business of making fursuits including ordering materials, customer service and demand, advertising, overhead, supply, shipping. |
Spirit Guides, Totems, Familiars and Fursonas |
Sunday |
13h00 1:00 PM |
14h00 2:00 PM |
60 |
Glacier |
Rhiannon Louve |
Fandom |
Why are you who you think you are? In this panel, we’ll discuss the formation of identities, paths to identifying spiritual companions, and the quest for communion. |
The 1st Annual RainFurrest Film Festival Judging |
Sunday |
14h00 2:00 PM |
15h00 3:00 PM |
60 |
Horizon |
Gizmo |
Fandom |
We’ll be screening submissions for the first annual RainFurrest Film Festival. Cast your ballot for the best films of the con! |
Animism for Contemporary Thinkers: Animals, Science, and Spirit |
Sunday |
14h00 2:00 PM |
15h00 3:00 PM |
60 |
Glacier |
Rhiannon Louve |
Fandom |
Animism, the belief of spirit in all things, has been around as long as there have been questions about the gods. This panel will bring animism into the modern era. |
Apoxon’s Plushy Making |
Sunday |
14h00 2:00 PM |
15h00 3:00 PM |
60 |
Alpine |
Apoxon |
Art |
Join us for one of our last panels as Apoxon teaches all you eager murrs and purrs the ins and outs of sewing together your own plushy. If you’ve been wanting to learn how, or already know yet want to learn more, be sure to stop by. |
SWOC Board Meeting |
Sunday |
14h00 2:00 PM |
15h00 3:00 PM |
60 |
San Juan |
Dragonfly Goodnight |
Fandom |
The Seattle Westercon Organizing Committee will be hosting one of their board meetings at RainFurrest. |
Fursuit Games |
Sunday |
14h00 2:00 PM |
16h00 4:00 PM |
120 |
Main Theater |
KodiPup, Thumper |
Fursuiting |
Come cheer on your favorite fursuiters as they run, jump, flail, and battle for the title of RainFurrest 2013 Fursuit Games Champion! |
Tournament: Rock Band 2 |
Sunday |
14h00 2:00 PM |
16h00 4:00 PM |
120 |
Emerald C |
Little Bear |
Gaming |
Come and get your rock on again. |
Collaboration in Writing |
Sunday |
15h00 3:00 PM |
16h00 4:00 PM |
60 |
Elliott B |
Ethan Gruner, David Alan, Julianne Reyer |
Writing |
Teamwork in writing seems like an odd thing, but having another writer to bounce and carry the plot off of can help get life into a story you never expected to be there. Our writers will sit down and discuss the ins and outs of successfully working together to craft something that both they, and their readers will enjoy. |
How to Break into Film: For Crews |
Sunday |
15h00 3:00 PM |
16h00 4:00 PM |
60 |
Horizon |
Gizmo |
Performance |
Ever wondered how to get into film? Gizmo talks through aspects of getting into the business. |
Art Jam #4: Waning |
Sunday |
15h00 3:00 PM |
17h00 5:00 PM |
120 |
Alpine |
Mikha |
Art |
Stop by and bring your sketchbook as well as ideas. Themematically this session will be based on change and new cycles. Supplies will be provided, as long as you provide yourself. Stick around with your blackbook and get it stuffed. |
Scritch ’n Bitch |
Sunday |
15h30 3:30 PM |
16h30 4:30 PM |
60 |
Glacier |
AlohaWolf |
General |
As RainFurrest comes to a close, we’d like to hear from you. What went well? What didn’t? This is your chance to let your voice be heard. |
Cats Costuming |
Sunday |
16h00 4:00 PM |
17h00 5:00 PM |
60 |
Orcas A/B |
Temperance |
Fursuiting |
Have you ever wondered... what’s a Jellicle cat? Not all costumes need to be furry, come learn about the fun art of Catsplay. This panel will include information about make-up, wigs and warmers, and the skillful art of wearing spandex while hiding those pesky underwear lines. There will also be some instruction on how to act like a cat through body movement and expression; No singing or dancing required. |
Finding and Forming a Writing Group |
Sunday |
16h00 4:00 PM |
17h00 5:00 PM |
60 |
Elliott B |
Kyell Gold, Tarl “Voice” Hoch, Phil Geusz |
Writing |
A writing group is a great but often-times underused tool by writers. Bringing a group of aspiring writers together to bounce their ideas off one another, to read each other’s works, and to provide honest critique can improve everyone’s ability to write well. There are many writing groups out there, but sometimes if you’re not close to one, forming your own can also work. At this panel, our writers will talk about their experiences with writing groups, and what needs to be done to create and keep a successful one. |
Closing Ceremonies |
Sunday |
17h00 5:00 PM |
18h00 6:00 PM |
60 |
Main Theater |
AlohaWolf |
General |
Join us in a final farewell to RainFurrest 2013. |
Dance: Sunday "Dead Dog" |
Sunday |
19h00 7:00 PM |
03h15 +1 3:15 AM |
495 |
Main Ballroom |
Aphinity |
Fandom |
Last chance to dance the night away! Check the webpage for the DJ schedule. |
Dead Dog Party |
Sunday |
21h00 9:00 PM |
03h00 +1 3:00 AM |
360 |
Emerald C |
Aphinity |
Fandom |
The last hurrah. A final party for anyone still at the hotel. |