Frequently asked questions
general faq's
Are there any entry fees? No! ROMY-Con is FREE to "attend" and run and supported by donors and volunteer members of ROMY Nation. If you feel like supporting the con, you can buy a shirt, donate to the con fund, buy a coloring book, or donate to the raffle/prizes!
How does the event timing work? The cosplay contestant gallery and artist alley will be open to the public and posted on the website for ONE WEEK, during Rogue and Gambit Week. (June 13-20th, 2027) Peruse them at your leisure anytime during the week.
The "convention floor" Discord server will be asynchronous and open 24 hours a day for use, as we accommodate users from all over the world. Pop in to the server whenever you can for conversation with fellow ROMY fans. There will be special channels for sharing your work, finding others local to you, and exchanging socials- as well as a special fanwork contest, games, and raffle! The discord will open for use the friday immediately prior to the start of the event, and will close 3 days after the conclusion of events to allow enough time for users to make connections and with other ROMY fans!
Panels will be posted throughout the week in the discord Panel Hall and will be in a format that allows users to view them mostly asynchronously as well (pre-recorded videos, text questions/answers, or pre-recorded audio). Panels with open questions/conversation will be monitored by the panel runner throughout the convention. There may be additional live videos or games in the voice channels which will be announced.
You will also receive special roles/virtual "badge ribbons" for engaging in conversation within the server. The more active you are, the more badge ribbons you earn!
What is the fanwork contest? Fanartists and Fanfic writers on the discord will be able to participate in the quick-challenge fanwork contest. The prompt will be announced on the first day of the convention, with peer voting starting at the conclusion of the week. Winners for best quick fic and best quick art receive a special prize pack, and yes you can enter both (one entry per category). Read more about it here! Other fanwork challenges might pop up during the con, so keep your eyes peeled!
What is discord? Discord is an online community meetup place similar to a message board which allows users to send messages, text chat, send photos and video, play games, voice chat, and livestream with each other. ROMY-Con operates on a "server" or small part of discord that is available by invite only. Discord is available on both computer/web browsers and a mobile application. For more information about Discord, check them out here: www.discord.com
How do i access the discord? On June 11, 2027 the ROMY-Con Official Discord Server will be accessible via our application portal. The portal link and further information about how to access the discord can be found on the discord page.
Why is the discord temporary? The discord is meant to mirror what happens at in-person conventions. It's short-term to encourage networking, exchange of social media handles, and forging bonds with fellow fans. As this an annual event, you will be able to (hopefully) see your new friends next year!
Can I donate an item to the discord raffle? We are always taking donated items for the discord raffle, if you have something you would like to donate, email us!
Can I be an cosplayer and in Artist Alley (or on a panel)? Absolutely! and we'd love if you did!
Who is putting on the event? ROMY-Con was set up by fans, for fans! A committee of dedicated ROMY fans have volunteered their time to curate this experience for you.
How can I support ROMY-Con? You can help by donating small items to our raffle (see above) or buying some ROMY-Con swag or a coloring book. Proceeds from sales go to support fees for the website/discord server, and help with any prizes, setup expenses, or advertising related to the promotion of the convention.
How does the event timing work? The cosplay contestant gallery and artist alley will be open to the public and posted on the website for ONE WEEK, during Rogue and Gambit Week. (June 13-20th, 2027) Peruse them at your leisure anytime during the week.
The "convention floor" Discord server will be asynchronous and open 24 hours a day for use, as we accommodate users from all over the world. Pop in to the server whenever you can for conversation with fellow ROMY fans. There will be special channels for sharing your work, finding others local to you, and exchanging socials- as well as a special fanwork contest, games, and raffle! The discord will open for use the friday immediately prior to the start of the event, and will close 3 days after the conclusion of events to allow enough time for users to make connections and with other ROMY fans!
Panels will be posted throughout the week in the discord Panel Hall and will be in a format that allows users to view them mostly asynchronously as well (pre-recorded videos, text questions/answers, or pre-recorded audio). Panels with open questions/conversation will be monitored by the panel runner throughout the convention. There may be additional live videos or games in the voice channels which will be announced.
You will also receive special roles/virtual "badge ribbons" for engaging in conversation within the server. The more active you are, the more badge ribbons you earn!
What is the fanwork contest? Fanartists and Fanfic writers on the discord will be able to participate in the quick-challenge fanwork contest. The prompt will be announced on the first day of the convention, with peer voting starting at the conclusion of the week. Winners for best quick fic and best quick art receive a special prize pack, and yes you can enter both (one entry per category). Read more about it here! Other fanwork challenges might pop up during the con, so keep your eyes peeled!
What is discord? Discord is an online community meetup place similar to a message board which allows users to send messages, text chat, send photos and video, play games, voice chat, and livestream with each other. ROMY-Con operates on a "server" or small part of discord that is available by invite only. Discord is available on both computer/web browsers and a mobile application. For more information about Discord, check them out here: www.discord.com
How do i access the discord? On June 11, 2027 the ROMY-Con Official Discord Server will be accessible via our application portal. The portal link and further information about how to access the discord can be found on the discord page.
Why is the discord temporary? The discord is meant to mirror what happens at in-person conventions. It's short-term to encourage networking, exchange of social media handles, and forging bonds with fellow fans. As this an annual event, you will be able to (hopefully) see your new friends next year!
Can I donate an item to the discord raffle? We are always taking donated items for the discord raffle, if you have something you would like to donate, email us!
Can I be an cosplayer and in Artist Alley (or on a panel)? Absolutely! and we'd love if you did!
Who is putting on the event? ROMY-Con was set up by fans, for fans! A committee of dedicated ROMY fans have volunteered their time to curate this experience for you.
How can I support ROMY-Con? You can help by donating small items to our raffle (see above) or buying some ROMY-Con swag or a coloring book. Proceeds from sales go to support fees for the website/discord server, and help with any prizes, setup expenses, or advertising related to the promotion of the convention.
click here for artist alley rules and faq's
click here for cosplay rules and faq's
Celebrity Panelist Q&A faq's
How does the Q&A work? Each celebrity panelist has graciously agreed to respond to a pre-determined number of questions in a text-based or video format. There will be a period of three days where ROMY-Con will be accepting submissions of questions for each guest. The link for submitting questions will be posted on the announcements page and on ROMY-Con Socials Instagram, Tumblr, and Bluesky (see links in menu). At the end of the three day window, the form will be closed and the convention committee will sort through the responses and provide a list of choices to the panelist. The panelists have final say over what questions from the final list they choose to answer. Panelist responses will be posted on the discord server daily as listed on the event schedule, in the Panel Hall under their name. Responses may be in written or audio/video format.
Do I have to be in the discord to read/view the Q & A's? Yes. Though some snippets from the Q&A's will be shared outside of the server, only those in attendance in the discord will have full access to the responses.
Will the panelists be on the server for the Q&A? No, the process will be completed prior to the event. Only the responses will be posted on the server for you to read or watch at your own pace. In the past, celebrity guests have been known to join in on chats in server common areas for short periods of time, so keep your eyes peeled and you may be lucky enough to catch them!
Will my question be chosen? While we want everyone to receive an answer to their question, we cannot guarantee this will happen due to the volume of requests that will likely be submitted and the limited time of our panelists. We will try our best to select questions that cover the most requested topics submitted by attendees.
What are the rules for submitting a question?
Please be respectful with your inquiries.
Be mindful that certain topics may be off limits due to contractual obligations/NDA’s.
No story/character pitches allowed.
Do not use the form for unsolicited creator feedback.
Do not use the form for storyline retcon requests.
Please keep your questions simple and as brief as possible (ideally under 150 words).
Please only ONE question per attendee, per panelist.
No anonymous questions will be allowed, you must provide your name on the form.
Do I have to be in the discord to read/view the Q & A's? Yes. Though some snippets from the Q&A's will be shared outside of the server, only those in attendance in the discord will have full access to the responses.
Will the panelists be on the server for the Q&A? No, the process will be completed prior to the event. Only the responses will be posted on the server for you to read or watch at your own pace. In the past, celebrity guests have been known to join in on chats in server common areas for short periods of time, so keep your eyes peeled and you may be lucky enough to catch them!
Will my question be chosen? While we want everyone to receive an answer to their question, we cannot guarantee this will happen due to the volume of requests that will likely be submitted and the limited time of our panelists. We will try our best to select questions that cover the most requested topics submitted by attendees.
What are the rules for submitting a question?
Please be respectful with your inquiries.
Be mindful that certain topics may be off limits due to contractual obligations/NDA’s.
No story/character pitches allowed.
Do not use the form for unsolicited creator feedback.
Do not use the form for storyline retcon requests.
Please keep your questions simple and as brief as possible (ideally under 150 words).
Please only ONE question per attendee, per panelist.
No anonymous questions will be allowed, you must provide your name on the form.
