• Behind the Scenes featuring Dan Payne

    Superior Inn Hotel & Conference Centre 555 Arthur St W,, Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

    Join actor and stuntman Dan Payne, costume professional Kitt Vallieres, producer Thomas Choong and writer, director, producer Rob Belamy as they discuss what it's like on the other side of the curtain.

  • Gamemastery in Public

    Superior Inn Hotel & Conference Centre 555 Arthur St W,, Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

    Jer, of the Rough Draft Heroes and Myth&Mockery actual play podcasts is an experienced DM with years of experience shares his insight and experiences of the challenges of transitioning from being his friends forever DM to that of being a paid professional storyteller and DM/GM for actual play podcasts and streams. Bree will be sharing her experiences and challenges of recently transitioning from DM'ing for her friends and family to the public space. Join Jer and Bree for a fireside chat about their passion of being a forever storytellers.

  • SCA/HEMA Demonstration

    Superior Inn Hotel & Conference Centre 555 Arthur St W,, Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

    Join SCA representative from the Shire of Mare Amethystinum and Superior HEMA for medieval combat demonstrations.

  • Flesh & Blood Demos

    Superior Inn Hotel & Conference Centre 555 Arthur St W,, Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

    Welcome, brave hero. You’ve dared to set foot into the wild and whimsical land of Rathe, but beware – one can easily get swept off their feet by the myths and monsters of this realm. Allow us to guide you down the right path, so that you may begin your journey towards living legend! The best way to begin is by learning how to play with our interactive tutorial below. It’s quick, easy, and fun – perfect for new players!

  • PREY FOR SMILEY – A Nimble TTRPG Adventure Learn To Play Nimble With GM Matt Roy

    Superior Inn Hotel & Conference Centre 555 Arthur St W,, Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

    Nimble is a fast, energetic, heroic-fantasy role-playing game that keeps everyone involved in the action. Easy to learn and fun to play. All materials needed to play will be provided, including pre-generated characters. This is a three-hour introductory adventure designed to teach new or returning players the fast, fun, and energetic TTRPG. The adventure is for up to 6 players and Matt can adapt the game for children, families, new or experienced players.

  • Heroclix Demos

    Superior Inn Hotel & Conference Centre 555 Arthur St W,, Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

    Klingons and The Avengers Vs The Power Rangers and a Displacer Beast?! Anything is possible in the world of Heroclix! Jump into the most spectacular collectable tabletop miniatures game this side of multiverse, and build, collect, and play the most wild teams you can imagine! Join us Saturday And Sunday all day long for a amazing FREE demo of Heroclix, and walk away with some sensational prizing!

  • Rebel Raptor Games Demos

    Superior Inn Hotel & Conference Centre 555 Arthur St W,, Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

    Rebel Raptor is pleased to show off the first of their Easy to Learn and Fun to Strategize board games- Raising Rabbits. This game takes place over the spring and summer months of raising, feeding, and showing rabbits… and picking up their poop! Winner of two awards from Geekway to the West, Raising Rabbits is an adorable family-friendly game that is sure to delight classic and new-age board gamers alike! Upcoming in the Rebel Raptor lineup is a cozy set-collecting game: Bramblewood. Build the best home in a hollow tree for your little animal family, while collecting room sets and household items. This low-stakes game is the perfect little gem to take on the go, or as a game night appetizer. Coming soon to Kickstarter… see it first at ThunderCon.

  • Board Gaming!

    Superior Inn Hotel & Conference Centre 555 Arthur St W,, Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

    More information coming soon!

  • Sleeping Giant Gaming Display

    Superior Inn Hotel & Conference Centre 555 Arthur St W,, Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

    Sleeping Giant Gaming is a tabletop game developer focused on creating immersive and rewarding storytelling experiences through thoughtfully crafted products. Come meet Jon and check out their display to learn how their products can bring your TTRPG experience and storytelling to the next level!

  • Quiz Time! – This or That: Horror

    Superior Inn Hotel & Conference Centre 555 Arthur St W,, Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

    Horror Scream • Friday the 13th • Saw • Final Destination Things are about to get a little darker with a horror-themed This-or-That Quiz! Contestants will hear a question with two possible answers, then vote with their feet by moving to the side that matches their choice. 2026 marks the 30th anniversary of the original Scream, the 40th anniversary of Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives, and the 20th anniversaries of both Saw III and Final Destination 3. From Ghostface and Jason Voorhees to Jigsaw’s traps and Death’s elaborate designs, how well do you know these horror favourites?

  • Performing Arts Panel

    Superior Inn Hotel & Conference Centre 555 Arthur St W,, Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

    Actors, circus performers, singers, and more all make up the performing arts, something that can sometimes get lost in the draw to movie, tv and books. Join Chirs Talarico, Krista McAllister and Devon Phillips as they discuss what as they discuss the differences and similarities in these fields.