Convention Rules

We know you are looking forward to enjoying a weekend of fun and excitement, so we have a few reminders for you!

Convention Tips

  • Please drink some water. There are water stations set up all around the con so make use of them. It is almost summer time so even though you'll be inside most of the time enjoying the convention, it is still important to keep yourself hydrated with water.
  • Get some sleep, the convention will still be there in the morning. Non-animated, mere mortals need to sleep. Try to get at least 6 hours of sleep per night during the convention.
  • Eat. Please eat two or more meals per day during the convention. You need to keep your energy up for all of the fun.
  • Please...at least one shower. If not for yourself, then do it for the rest of us. No one likes body odor in close spaces.
Follow these handy health tips for an enjoyable con.

Conduct

  • Mistreatment of other convention attendees or guests will not be tolerated.
  • Lewd or aggressive conduct will not be tolerated.
  • Wear appropriate attire. If you mother would not approve, please do not wear.
  • Illegal substances will not be tolerated.
  • The Conference Center and Hotel are deemed as non-smoking areas.
  • Do not touch or alter convention audio/visual equipment.

Norfolk Marriott Chesapeake Hotel

  • No shoes and no shirts in the public areas, no service. Attendees heading to the conference center should wear respectful and moderate clothing.
  • Attendees staying in the hotel should respect all hotel guests. Remember, there are non-convention hotel guests who are eating in the restaurant and trying to get a good nights sleep. Parties are not allowed in hotel rooms.
  • Respect the hotel elevators. Everyone needs them to get from their rooms and to convention events.
  • Prohibited items are: any type of live steel and firearms of any type.

The Chesapeake Conference Center

  • Food is not allowed in Main Events, Panel Room Three, and Video Game Room.
  • No shoes and no shirts, no service.
  • Please respect the Chesapeake Conference Center's property. Do not damage or "alter" anything.
  • Please do not move Conference Center furniture.
  • Do not hang signs or banners on Conference Center walls or surfaces.
  • Do not sleep in the Conference Center. Please return to your hotel room and get some sleep.
  • Prohibited items are: any type of live steel, firearms of any type; and alcohol (open containers).
  • The Conference Center will close its doors promptly at 2AM on Friday and Saturday nights.

Access To Convention Events

  • In order to enter convention events, you will need a convention badge. Always wear your AMA badge. If you lose it, you will have to pay full price for a replacement.
  • Video or audio recording devices will not be allowed in the Video Rooms, Video Game Room, Art Show, or music concerts unless otherwise noted.

Event Rules

  • Volunteering: please see the Volunteer Desk in the Registration Room about signing up to be a volunteer. Rules can be read here.
  • Video Game Tournaments: sign ups for tournaments will be in the Video Game Room.
  • Tabletop Gaming: sign ups for tournaments and playtimes will be handled in the Tabletop Gaming Room.
  • Karaoke: information about Karaoke is available at the Cosplay Information Desk located in Conference Center in the Artist Alley.

Cosplayers and Costumes

  • Cosplay, Hall Costume Contest, and Fan Favorite Costume Contest: pick up the entry forms at the Cosplay Information Desk located in the Conference Center in the Artist Alley.
  • All Cosplay props that look like weapons will be considered weapons unless the staff "peace-bonds" it for you. Only "peace-bonded" props will be allowed at the convention. Do not bring realistic-looking props due to local area laws.
  • Wooden swords must be "peace-bonded" and cannot be swung around in any matter. We reserve the right to take and hold it for the duration of the convention if it is being used dangerously.
  • No live steel will be allowed at the convention.

Art Show

  • Large bags and "peace-bonded" weaponry must be checked at the door at the Art Show.
  • No photography in the Art Show room.
  • No eating, drinking or smoking in the Art Show.
  • Do not touch any of the artwork on display.

Personal Items

  • The Chesapeake Conference Center, Norfolk Marriott Chesapeake and AMA staff are not liable or responsible for any personal items. Keep an eye on your personal items and do not leave your stuff unattended.
  • For artists in the Artist Alley, if you need to leave your table for an event, move your items to your hotel room or ask a fellow artist to watch your table. Please do not leave your stuff unattended overnight.
  • No bags are allowed in the Vendors Room.