Whether you're registered for your first RescueVerse convention or just starting to think about going, this episode is your one-stop resource for everything you need to know before you get there. RescueVerse is Creation Entertainment's convention for 9-1-1 fans — Hen, Chimney, Buck, Eddie, and Buddie lovers alike. Han, Cil, and Rachel do our best Clipboard Buck impression as we regale you with our experience, spreadsheet and all.

We walk you through how Creation Entertainment conventions work and what sets them apart from a standard Comic Con, break down every type of guest interaction — photo ops, autographs, meet and greets, and selfies — and discuss why we recommend trying all of them at least once before deciding where to focus. We also explore how to plan your schedule, discuss budgeting your weekend, and answer all the questions our listeners sent in.

And throughout, we're sharing our own stories from RescueVerse Chicago, including what it's actually like to meet Oliver Stark, Ryan Guzman, and Kenneth Choi for the very first time, which interaction we'd choose if we had to pick just one, and a few moments from the weekend we're pretty sure we'll never stop talking about. If you're heading to New Jersey, Nashville, or Austin, this one's required listening. Come find us!

📔 Articles & References From This Episode 📔

🫂 Our Autograph Stories From RescueVerse Chicago – Check out this week’s Patreon-exclusive Best Buddies Mini-Segment here!

📰 Creation Entertainment, Official RescueVerse Convention website

🛍️ Shit Anna Makes, RescueVerse Vendor – buy merch here!

🛍️ BrittsGeekBoutique, Fandom merch we love!

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Chapters

(00:00:00) Welcome to RescueVerse Cons! – Intro

(00:02:10) Our Convention Credentials

(00:04:09) What Makes Creation Entertainment Cons Special

(00:12:27) What You Can Expect at a RescueVerse Con

(00:14:23) Intro to Photo Ops 101

(00:25:51) Buying Your JPEGs

(00:28:25) Our Photo Op Stories

(00:45:23) Selfies

(00:48:27) Autographs

(00:52:06) Meet & Greets

(00:57:35) VIP Experience

(00:58:20) More Activities Offered at RescueVerse!

(01:05:21) Know Before You Go! – Budget & Expenses

(01:07:34) Ticketing Tier Breakdown

(01:13:06) Travel Tips with Your Buddies

(01:16:35) Don’t Forget to Pack These!

(01:23:25) Snapshot of a Day at RescueVerse

(01:32:42) Our RescueVerse Chicago Experience

(01:46:38) Outro and Take a Buddie With You!

Your RescueVerse Con Survival Guide