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CMON's SDCC Exclusives: A Betrayal to Loyal Fans and Backers?

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In recent years, CMON has built a reputation for creating some of the most beloved board games in the industry. Titles like Zombicide , Dune , Cyberpunk 2077 , Cthulhu: Death May Die , Arcadia Quest and Marvel United have garnered a dedicated fanbase, many of whom have supported these games through Kickstarter campaigns and retail purchases. However, CMON's recent decision to make exclusive content for these games available only at San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC) has sparked significant outrage among its loyal supporters. The Exclusivity Issue At the heart of the controversy are the exclusive expansions and content for Zombicide: White Death, Cthulhu: Death May Die, and Marvel United. These exclusives include: Zombicide: White Death TMNT Expansion: Featuring comics and Rocksteady and Bebop miniatures for the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles expansion. This expansion is only available at SDCC, but was highly requested by backers during the entire campaign. Godzilla Expansion for Cthulhu: D
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@BaltimoreComics Kicks Off Tomorrow! #BCC2014


Baltimore Comic-Con Kicks Off Tomorrow!


BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - September 4, 2014 - The 15thAnnual Baltimore Comic-Con kicks-off tomorrow afternoon, Friday, September 5, 2014 at the Baltimore Convention Center! The show floor will open at 1:00 pm (12:00 pm for VIP Ticket holders), but box offices will be open as early as 10:00 am.


Here are a few last-minute reminders for attendees:



  • We are in the Pratt and Howard Street Lobby this year (which is different from years past).
  • Tickets to Friday evening's All-Star Reception will be available at the Ticket Office.
  • Be sure to arrive early, as lines to enter when the show floor opens will begin to form early.
  • All attendees need to bring their receipt from their online ticket purchase and a photo ID, and follow directions of staff members to guide them to the proper lines where their receipts will be collected and wristbands issued.
  • Those who purchased the VIP Packages should go the Will Call booth to attain their packages.
  • The 6th Annual Costume Contest, sponsored by StylinOnline.com, will be held on Sunday, September 7, 2014 at 1:00 pm. Registration will begin as soon as the show opens at 10:00 am. Contest Registration forms will be handed out at all ticket booths for all patrons interested in entering the costume contest to further speed the registration process. Over-18 registration will cost $5. Under-18 registration will be free.
  • To ensure everyone has a safe and fun weekend, please familiarize yourself with the Baltimore Comic-Con Harassment Policy and Weapons Policy.
  • Be sure to follow us on Twitter and Facebook for all the latest updates and announcements throughout the show.


Regretfully, we have to announce that a few of our guests have had last-minute cancellations. Frank Barbiere, Eddy Barrows, Bernard Chang, Jimmy Cheung, Rachel Deering, Dan Didio, Tom Feister, Agnes Garbowska, and Keith Giffen will all unfortunately be unable to make it to this year's event.

Full Guest List

A complete list of confirmed guests for this year's Baltimore Comic-Con can be found here.



Save the Date! Baltimore Comic-Con 2015!

That's right! Mark your calendars now for the Baltimore Comic-Con's 16th Anniversary Show, which will take place the weekend of September 25-27, 2015 at the Baltimore Convention Center. You definitely won't want to miss it! We'll see YOU in Baltimore!


Contact Information

Please use the following e-mail addresses to contact the Baltimore Comic-Con:

press@baltimorecomiccon.com - for any general press inquiries or to be added to our PR distribution
promoter@baltimorecomiccon.com - for requesting exhibitor, publisher, and Artist Alley applications
registrar@baltimorecomiccon.com - for inquiries about submitted registrations
harveys@baltimorecomiccon.com - for the Harvey Awards ceremony and banquet
general@baltimorecomiccon.com - for general Baltimore Comic-Con inquiries

About The Baltimore Comic-Con

The Baltimore Comic-Con is celebrating its 15th year of bringing the comic book industry to the Baltimore and Washington D.C. area. For more information, please visit www.baltimorecomiccon.com.

About The Harvey Awards

The Harvey Awards are one of the comic book industry's oldest and most respected awards. With a history of over 25 years, the last 8 in conjunction with the Baltimore Comic-Con, the Harveys recognize outstanding achievements in over 20 categories. They are the only industry awards nominated and selected by the full body of comic book professionals. For more information, please visit www.harveyawards.org.

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