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Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have a question? Well
before you e-mail us have a look if the answer is here and if you still
cannot find the answers e-mail us here.
Registration Questions
About Manifest
General Questions
What is anime and manga?
Anime is the Japanese word for animation but it has become to a
majority of fans all around the world as animation that comes strictly
out of Japan. For more information click
here
for the Wikipedia page. Manga are the comic books from which many
anime are derived from and the two are generally entwined in their
history and art styles.
What is Manifest?
Manifest (Melbourne Anime Festival) is an anime convention held over a weekend that incorporates
anime screenings, cosplay,
Japanese
culture and more.
When is Manifest?
22nd - 24th September 2006.
Where is Manifest held?
The Old Arts building, Economics & Commerce building, Wilson Hall and
Grand Buffet Hall at the University of Melbourne.
How much does a Manifest membership cost?
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Early Registration |
Late/On-day Registration |
| Weekend |
$27 |
Weekend |
$35 |
| Syndicate* |
$24 |
Syndicate |
N/A |
| Saturday |
$15 |
Saturday |
$25 |
| Sunday |
$15 |
Sunday |
$25
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For more information, please see registration prices.
Why does Manifest sell memberships and not tickets?
Memberships ensure that you have signed the
Attendees Code of Conduct. This means that for everyone to
enjoy the convention, everyone should be abiding by the rules we have
set out. Also, membership means you have access to all of what
Manifest has to offer and not just a ticket to a screening or event.
What can I expect from Manifest this year?
Each year we have certain events that are almost guaranteed to
happen like cosplay, screenings and traders, however along with what the
fans have come to love, we also hope to bring you fresh and entertaining
events every year. The anime we screen typically range from the
latest out of Japan to some more rare or interesting titles, but these
are typically decided almost near the convention date itself so keep a
look out at our screenings page then.
Who are MOC?
For more information on the Manifest Organising Committee, click
here. Basically we are a group of people who
bring to you Manifest each year. Melbourne Anime Festival
Incorporated is a not for profit organisation. All our proceeds go
to creating bigger and better conventions year after year and the MOC
are all volunteers. If you want to become part of the MOC, please
email manifest@manifest.org.au
to inquire when our next meeting is. We typically hold them every
fortnight and we welcome anyone who is interested.
Can I buy membership at the door?
Yes you can. It does cost a little more, so be sure to
pre-register to avoid this.
Do I get free entry to Manifest if I volunteer?
No. But you receive a free t-shirt, and free entry to the event we
hold for our volunteers -- Minifest!
Do I have to wear my membership badge while at Manifest?
Yes you do. It helps us identify our attendees as well as help
with security at the convention. It allows you entry to all the
events and screenings and the trader's hall. Without it, you will
be denied entry. You must ensure that it is clearly visible at all
times. We try every year to make it an awesome collectible item,
so wear it proudly.
I just pre-registered. Where and when do I get my membership
badge?
You will be able to pick up your membership badge at the
registration desk. We do not mail out badges.
I'm coming with my child/children but will
not participate. Do I still need to pay for a membership badge?
Yes you do. All attendees need to sign the code of conduct and
must pay for entry.
I'm a parent and I'm not entirely sure what anime is. What
exactly will my child/children be exposed to while at Manifest?
Pretty soon we will have a Parental Advice page for each of the
events we are running. The screenings themselves generally at the
bare minimum require parental guidance and many anime frequently do have
mature content.
Do you have a Lost and Found?
If during the convention you've lost an item then you can either
contact anyone one of the MOC members or proceed to the Information Desk. Alternatively, you could email us with a description of your lost item and we'll how we can help.
Can I send multiple registration forms in one envelope?
Yes!
My friends and I want to pay with just the one money order.
Can we do this?
By all means, yes! Just ensure that all your forms are together in
the one envelope with the money order.
Is there a single day syndicate membership?
Unfortunately, no. Syndicates are weekend memberships to encourage
attendees to attend and enjoy the full festivities we have planned for
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