I read recently with interest on the straits times on the event as well, maybe that I was wrong on the focus if the event is targeted at the “pop-centric” group of people, given that these group of people are generally the “fence hoppers” who don’t particularly have a strong adherence to any particular comic genre they are loyal too. For them, this event more or less suit their needs and wants, or even exposing them more to the culture so they can take sides and go into one maybe?

With regards to entrance fees, for Singaporeans I think that might be a big let down, but at least that filters out those people serious to attend the event.

Maybe they should do it like the aerospace or trade shows, with closed events for visitors in invites, and the remaining days for the public.

i did think there weren’t enough exclusives and artists.. but as a first time event the buzz was really good ; and given the attendance figures, it’ll be much easier to get more companies and artists involved next year :p

trickiest problem i think will be deciding whether to charge admission – becomes more affordable for organisers but then you risk losing the casual visitor…