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[James Stratus]

This is a big deal. Depending on the RSVPs, we have to determine first how big of a place we need to host the convention. If its small-enough of a number we can do it at my house or someone's house in Phoenix, or if we need a hotel conference room, etc. We also need to think about housing for those coming down. Depending on the numbers we might be able to have them stay at our places saving them cost of hotel fees, etc. If its too many we can have first-RSVP first/come first/serve type of basis and others will be provided discounted places to stay but will have to front the fees. Everyone has connections somewhere, if we pool all our resources together we can help find the cheapest solutions to all these issues, including helping people save on travel costs.

The initial where is Phoenix. Where in Phoenix will need coordinating by the Phoenix IR members.

[Aurielle Stratus]

I probably will not be a "Phoenix" member again by then. So my place is out.

[Khyron Overmind]

How many active players do we have? That will be a good indication of the max number of attendants.

[James Stratus]

I estimate the POSSIBILITY of 40 players in attendance, however best guestimate would be closer to 25 attending, but we'll be polling for interest numbers shortly.

[Khyron Overmind]

Well, 25 is a medium number. I hope I can make it ;-)

[Kaidlen Shan]

I'm going to do my best to be there. And if I can swing the airfare for it, Hawk will be with me as well. He's not a member, but he's been wanting to join at least one of my online Star Wars games for a while now.

[Terrence Thorne]

Well depending on how work and stuff swings around I intend to show up aswell.

[Aurielle Stratus]

I will be here. I will most likely not be back in the valley, but I'll be traveling in.

[Kai'Len Ciunus]

i honestly have noe idea if i'll be able to make it... i just got recalled back to the military.... And here i thought that that kind of stuff doesn't happen after you get discharged... i was wrong.... so we'll see.

[Khyron Overmind]

Well, I was dismissed from mandatory military service because of not good enough eyesight. However, my papers say "Reserves", so in case of need, they can call me.

[James Stratus]

Hah! That's what you think? You think we're letting you off the hook that easy. You weren't dismissed from military service, in fact we put you in CHARGE of it!

[Khyron Overmind]

Even worse!!! ROFL!!

[John Kelly]

How far from Mesa is this going to be?

[James Stratus]

45 Min probably - you live in mesa?

[John Kelly]

no but i have Family that does.

[Aurielle Stratus]

Alright. It's official. I will not be in AZ when this takes place. I will come back for it though, as long as a few things are decided in enough time beforehand.

[Ieyena Cohean]

I should be there. And yes I am home from my mission.

[Dene Vye Cognatus]

Phoenix would be best, Im moving back to Phoenix from Glendale. *pounces on Ieyena* Welcome back.

[Ieyena Cohean]

I think most people have connections to Phoenix so it is the best bet. * pushes Dene's away and gets him soaked* thanks

[Khyron Overmind]

Hey, I don´t have connections to Phoenix!!! LOL

[Kaidlen Shan]

Neither do I.

[Locke Firecam]

I think a buddy of mine will have moved there by the time this all goes down, so I might have a place to crash

[Kai'Len Ciunus]

well.. if im not stuck on Ft. Jackson for training, then i'll be there. Lots of cheap hotels in phoenix. and i may even have family out there.

[Kaidlen Shan]

Okay, I've gotten tired of waiting for Jim to post this, so I am. He told me about this place that he and some of his friends rented, for $180 a night. It's a really fancy cabin (at least that's my understanding of it), and it's not too far from a campground. He also told me that it's not too far from the Grand Canyon and some other touristy things to do.
Hopefully, he'll add in more details now.

[Khyron Overmind]

That is great!! I wanted to go to the Grand Canyon.

[Kaidlen Shan]

So do I. Hawk should go again too, he was only 2 the one time he went, and doesn't remember it. Provided he comes.
I think the cabin idea is a good one, even with the nightly cost being $180 a night. We're not going to be renting it for a week after all, and the cost would be split among at least those who actually sleep there. Plus it would make an excellent base of operations for everyone.

[James Stratus]

This particular cabin had 3 bedrooms, a kitchen, living room, 3 bathrooms, cable tv in every room, high speed internet (wifi), and a couch bed in the living room. It was very, very nice. It is still something I am toying with in my mind, it would be a great place to go for sure.

[Khyron Overmind]

Ok, I am in for one of the bedrooms!!

[Kai'Len Ciunus]

I'm fine on the floor if there are not enough beds.

[Kaidlen Shan]

I'll be laying claim to a bedroom, and a bed. I can't sleep on the floor anymore, not at my age. At least, not without an air mattress. Hawk, if he comes, can easily sleep on the floor. Btw, I'm willing to share a bedroom with another female who decides to attend.

[Khyron Overmind]

Well, I just want to be confortable on the bed... ROFL!!!

[Dene Vye Cognatus]

The grand canyon is a giant hole in the ground, with rattlesnakes and rabid killer racoons and squirels that are force sensitive.

[Koru Tav]

It's a great place though. Great for Hiking...though you need plenty of water. By the way, the north rim of the canyon is alot better than the south rim. Unfortunately you have to tack on a few more hours of driving. It's worth it though.

[Dene Vye Cognatus]

Hrm, well if we are still considering this, I would offer a few spaces in my house However I only have one couch and a spare bedroom and 2.5 bathrooms. (the sink counts! Kidding) Let me know if we are still considering this, due to my new job I may not be able to leave my surrounding area.

[Kaidlen Shan]

You still in the Phoenix area Dene?