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As a fan of Sci-Fi/Fantasy films and TV serials, I have always dreamt of meeting the stars behind the characters. By attending Comic Cons, I am able to fulfil my passion, and since becoming disabled it has now become my hobby.

My blog of Comic Cons, who I’ve met, and the Cosplayers I have come across, expresses my own feelings.

It only gives you a guide of what to you can expect.

What is a Comic Con?

A Comic Con is where people come together to celebrate all things Sci-Fi/Fantasy/Comic related. Find out more here.

Who is Redshirt Sid?

Redshirt Sid is a Nerd, a Geek, a fan of everything sci-fi/fantasy since a child. His passion of attending Comic Cons, only came into fruition since becoming a disabled wheelchair user. He is the author of the NerdSpaceUK Comic Con Experience blog. Find out more here.

What’s the latest news?

For all the news on NerdSpaceUK Comic Con Experience and Redshirt Sid’s adventures on attending conventions click here.

What was your first Comic Con?

My first convention was in 2015 at the London Film and Comic Con. Read about it here.

What was your last Comic Con?

Find out about my last Comic Con, who I met and what to experience if you decide to go in the future here.

What has been your best Comic Con?

London Film and Comic Con 2018, has my best Con yet. Find out more here.

What has been your worst Comic Con?

For The Love of Sci-Fi, has been my worst Con as a disabled wheelchair user. Read about it here.

What has been your favourite Comic Con?

Despite the issues of getting there, I’d say my favourite Comic Con has been my latest, London Film and Comic Con 2021. Read about it here.

LFCC 2015 / SFCC 2015

Ripley and Newt - ‘Aliens’

My first Comic Con experience - London Film & Comic Con 2015 Sat 18th July

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I was diagnosed with Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis two years ago; I was wondering how I was going to keep myself mentally and physically stimulated.

As a fan of sci-fi/fantasy, I was always fascinated in attending a Comic Con, but work always got in the way. Now work couldn’t get in the way, being chronically ill, can be depressing. But, I didn’t want to live a life of negativity, especially when I felt there was still much to do and enjoy.

Now the ‘Alien’ franchise, is one of my favourites. ‘Alien’, and ‘Aliens’, being the best of the series, which is undeniable. The opportunity to meet Sigourney Weaver, ‘Ripley’, could not be missed. When was I ever going to get this chance. The bonus was that Carrie Henn, ‘Newt’, and Colette Hiller, ‘Corporal Ferro’, were there too. Unfortunately, I couldn’t get photo with Carrie.

There was also another alien there, Alice Krige, ‘The Borg Queen’, of ‘Star Trek : First Contact’, and ‘Star Trek : Voyager’.

Now, this is quite a trip, especially for someone with a chronic illness. I didn’t know what to expect. So this was going to be a learning process. I stayed at a hotel close by, so I would be relaxed on the day of the Con. As it was a Saturday, I knew it was going to be busy. But, I wanted to feel and know how it was going to be.

I wasn’t aware that I could have had an ‘Extra Help’ wristband, that would have expedited me to the front of the queues for autographs and the photo shoot. So it is essential to check the details concerning accessibility, before attending such an event. But saying that, when the Event Crew saw me queuing, they moved me to make things easier.

Having a disability should not stop anyone enjoying going to a Comic Con. With planning and careful organisation, your trip, whether you are a wheelchair user or not, can be an incredible experience. Comic Con is a hectic affair, with people rushing around; getting autographs, going to photo shoots and Q&A sessions, it is easy to be overwhelmed by it all. Make sure you keep hydrated, by keeping a bottle of water with you.

All in all, I will do it again, my fatigue was held at bay by the excitement of the event. But, I admit it whacked me out for a few days after; then again that is the price paid of Multiple Sclerosis in enjoying my life.

I am also aware that MS is unique to people suffering from it. So, only you can say, whether you can cope with or not, being at an event like this. If you are not able to go, then I have created this site for both you and I to enjoy.

For more information visit London Film and Comic Con.