Frequently Asked Questions

  • A convention for fans of villains and other baddies in media. The media can be anything from TV, Movies, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Anime, Manga, Comics, or Games.

  • The Convention will take place over 2 days, October 31 2025 - November 1 2025 from 11AM to 7PM daily.

  • The Powerhouse: 378 Technology Center Way, Rock Hill, SC, United States, South Carolina 29730

    The Lowenstein Building, Winthrop Esports Lab Suite 223: 300 Technology Center Way, Rock Hill, SC, United States, South Carolina 29730

  • There are 2 Parking decks within walking distance of the venue. Parking is free at both locations, as well as disability friendly.

  • Yes! This is an event for all ages to enjoy. Children under 12 can attend for free, while students 13 and up can pay a reduced price as long as they show their student ID or report card.

  • We will have gaming campaigns, tournaments and a manga cafe. We will also have 2 cosplay contests and photo opportunities.

    Halloween Events (Day 1)

    • Intro to Foamsmithing – A hands-on cosplay crafting workshop.

    • Kazuya’s Closet: Surprising Facts About Your Favorite Villains – A fun debate panel about famous villains.

    • How to Make a Horror Comic – A session on comic creation with Kevin Glover.

    • Wanted: Dead or Alive Outlaw Trivia – A Red Dead Redemption–themed trivia game hosted by Steve J. Palmer.

    • Dope Beats with DJ Nipsey – A high-energy mash-up DJ set.

    • Wig Styling: A How-To for Beginners – A cosplay wig styling workshop.

    • Red Wolf Martial Arts Exhibition – A live martial arts showcase.

    • Villainy & Revival – A literary panel on Southern Gothic and queer horror.

    • “Winter of Empires” Screening – A special screening of a sci-fi inspired animated film.

    Day of the Dead Events (Day 2)

    • Voice Acting 101 – A live interactive voiceover session with Corey Wilder.

    • The Bad, the Worse, and the Red Dead – A Red Dead Redemption discussion with Steve J. Palmer and Jo Amenix.

    • Let’s Makeup – A live cosplay makeup demonstration with MUA Morgan Ariel.

    • Rendering with Rave in the Event Hall – A digital art coworking workshop.

    • Roman, Revolution & Revenge: Villains in Adult Fantasy Novels – A literary panel discussing dark fantasy villains.

    • 20 Years of The Devil’s Rejects: A Conversation with Lew Temple – A retrospective discussion on the Rob Zombie film and other ancedotes.

    • Phaze Gawd – A live hip-hop performance.

    • Horror Scene – A closing live metal concert by a six-piece metal horror rock band.

  • We have booking blocks at select hotels with the best rates for the event.

    Please visit our booking site here to set up your reservation now.

  • Tickets are nonrefundable.