Guest Events

Guest Events

All Guest Signing and Selfie Events at SMASH! Signing Area are free! Each guest will have at least 2 signing sessions over the weekend and in 2019, we will also have a selfie event on each day for our cosplay guests; Hana & Baozi, King, and Chihiro & Haneame!

Please remember that aside from selfie event, all other photography and audio/video recordings in the Signing Area are strictly prohibited at all times over the weekend.

 

Our guest lineup for 2019

Wristbands

To participate in any Guest Signing and Selfie Events at SMASH! Signing Area, you must have a correct wristband. The wristbands are non-transferable, and they are given on a first-come, first served basis from opening time, at the Signing Area.

Missed out? Please check with SMASH! staff in the Signing Area and listen for our announcements on the day.

Signing Events

Only one licensed/official guest merchandise is allowed. If you do not have an item, we will also be providing a SMASH! signing board or posters. Choose carefully – one autograph per wristband per person!

Selfie Events

Only one selfie photo per person is allowed. For group selfies, everyone needs a valid, correct selfie wristband!

Guest Merchandise

We will be selling exclusive and fan-favourite merchandise of some of this years’ guests at our Guest Merchandise Booth at the SMASH! Signing Area. Stock does run out very fast, so remember to drop by before they get sold out! We will accept both card* and cash payments.

*Surcharges may apply for payments made by card

Guest Engagement

If you have an item to present as a gift to our guest(s), please bring them with you to the signing session (if you have a correct signing wristband). If you do not have a wristband, you can ask our friendly SMASH! staff in the Signing Area who will collect and present it to the guest on your behalf.

Please note that no food items will be accepted.

Please read the full terms and conditions at the link below!

Guest Events FAQ

Do I have to pay for the guest signing or selfie event?

No! Any guest signing or selfie event held by SMASH! in the Signing Area is free of charge as long as you have the correct wristband. However, in saying that, there might be other “paid” meet and greet opportunities for the guest available during convention weekend.

Do I need different wristbands for each guest and how many can I get?

Yes, each guest requires a specific wristband (separate wristband for signing and selfie event). There are 11 different wristbands available in total. Attendees are allowed to get 1 wristband for each guest meaning a maximum of 11 per attendee. However, in saying that, please do not monopolise the wristbands and give opportunity for other fans to meet and greet the guest.

  • Baozi & Hana – Signing, Selfie Event
  • King – Signing, Selfie Event
  • Chihiro & Haneame – Signing, Selfie Event
  • Mizushima Seiji – Signing Only
  • Suda Goichi – Signing Only
  • Orikasa Fumiko – Signing Only
  • Abe Atsushi – Signing Only
  • Toriumi Kosuke – Signing Only

Ayasa will be having a signing session after her performance at the music stage – which is only available with the purchase of her CDs only.

Do I need a wristband for the selfie event and how many can I get?

Yes, there is a separate wristband for the selfie event featuring the cosplayer guests: Baozi & Hana, King, Chihiro & Haneame. Attendees are allowed to get 1 wristband for each guest meaning a maximum of 3 per attendee.

Will - The Anime Man / Tamura Junichiro / Dear Kiss - have signing/selfie events?

These guests will have their own special events on the weekend so please look out for more information on our SMASH! event guide!

Will Kugimiya Rie have signing/selfie events?

Kugimiya Rie won’t have a signing session at Signing Area. But don’t get sad yet!

Attend her Stage and Panel events and you will be in for a special surprise!

Can I get the signing or selfie wristband for my friend?

Unfortunately, the wristbands are not transferable so, if you have the wristband you must get the autograph or selfie. If there are any signs of the wristband being transferred (e.g. damaged, etc), it may be regarded as invalid and you won’t be eligible for entry for the signing session or selfie event at the discretion of the SMASH! staff in charge of the guest signings in the Signing Area.

I am a crew volunteer in SMASH!. Where and how can I get signing or selfie wristbands?

A limited number of wristbands will be available exclusively for our crew volunteers. These will be issued by the SMASH! staff in charge of crew coordination from our Department of People Services (DPS). Please contact our Department of People Services staff member to collect your wristband on the day of the convention. Please note that as a crew volunteer you won’t be eligible to receive any wristband by being in the same queue as general attendees.

I am an exhibitor/vendor in SMASH!. Where and how can I get signing or selfie wristbands?

A limited number of wristbands will be available exclusively for our exhibitors/vendors. These will be issued by the SMASH! staff from our Exhibitors and Sponsorship Department. Please contact our Exhibitors and Sponsorship staff member to collect your wristband on the day of the convention.
Please note that as an exhibitor you won’t be eligible to receive any wristband by being in the same queue as general attendees.

I am a ticket or pass “X” holder in SMASH!. Where and how can I get signing or selfie wristbands?

If you are attending SMASH! and if you hold a ticket (or pass) that is neither a staff/crew or attendee or exhibitor/vendor, you must line up along with the attendees when the convention opens. You are not allowed to line up before the attendees.
If you have a question, please see the SMASH! staff in charge of the guest signings in the Signing Area.

I missed out on signing or selfie wristband in the morning. Is there no way for me to get the autograph or selfie photo?

Unfortunately, most of the wristbands are depleted in less than 1 hour of opening. However, we may have some additional wristbands available depending on the situation so, please ask the SMASH! staff in charge of the guest signings in the Signing Area. Announcements will also be made on the day to alert you of any updates with the wristbands and their availability.

I have more than 1 wristband and their times clash. What should I do?

In order to give the greatest number of fans the opportunity to meet the guest, some of our signing sessions and selfie event may have clashing time periods. We ask that you must take responsibility of your own schedule to be present at each session/event. If you are unable to make one of the signing sessions due to time clash, SMASH! will not be liable to give any special consideration.

If you are already in the queue to wait for multiple guests of same signing session and selfie event, please ask the SMASH! staff in charge of the guest signings in the Signing Area for their instructions.

I got a signing or selfie wristband from Saturday, but I missed. Can I use it for Sunday?

The wristbands are assigned for each day and so, they are not transferable to the next day. You will have to collect a new and valid wristband again the next day.

How many item(s) can I get signed by the guest?

You are limited to receiving an autograph for ONE ITEM PER PERSON WITH CORRECT SIGNING WRISTBAND. Please note that the wristband is not transferrable to another attendee. If you have a question, please see the SMASH! staff in charge of the guest signings in the Signing Area.

What type of pens will be available for guests to use for signing?

On the day, guests will have a choice of three colours – black, silver, and gold – permanent markers.

When should I be there for the signing session?

In order to ensure the safety of you and your fellow attendees, we ask that you line up no more than 30 minutes prior to the signing session. We also ask you to be at the signing session no later than 30 minutes prior to the end of signing session. Signing sessions may end earlier than scheduled time period at the discretion of the SMASH! staff in charge of the guest signings.

Can I get my signed item personalised by the guest?

Yes you can, unless a specific limit is placed by a particular guest! As you enter the signing line 30 minutes before the signing session, SMASH! staff in the area will clearly write your name for you on a Post-it Note. If we missed you, please ask our friendly SMASH! staff in the Signing Area to get a Post-it Note with your name.

Due to time constraints, please limit any form of written personalisation request to a name only. This includes, but not limited to, asking the guest to add small art or phrases related to their roles.

I do not have an item to get signed. Do you have something that I can get an autograph?

Yes! At all of our official signing sessions, you have the option to get a *free* SMASH! board (which is a blank paper board) where you can get an autograph from the guest.

Please remember that you are limited to receiving an autograph for ONE ITEM PER PERSON WITH CORRECT AND VALID SIGNING WRISTBAND.

What can I get autographed and what can’t I get autographed?

You may bring an item that is any official and licensed merchandise of the guest. If you are not sure, please ask the SMASH! staff in charge of the guest signings in the Signing Area. Please note that guests will not sign bootlegged or unlicensed merchandises.

  • Cosplayer Guests: Baozi & Hana, King, Chihiro & Haneame will only be signing their own merchandise (which is also available for purchase in the Guest Merchandise Booth in Signing Area) or *free* SMASH! posters.
  • Ayasa: Ayasa will be only signing her CD (available for purchase after her music stage).
  • Other Guests: Only be signing the official and licensed merchandise of the guest or *free* SMASH! board (which is a blank paper board)

Please be mindful of your item of choice as the guests may decline any items that are of body parts, fan art, clothing or props, and items with depictions of lewd or suggestive imagery. If you have any questions about an item you want autographed, please ask the SMASH! staff in charge of the guest signings in the Signing Area.

Please remember that you are limited to receiving an autograph for ONE ITEM PER PERSON WITH CORRECT SIGNING WRISTBAND so please think carefully about your choice!

When should I be there for the selfie event?

In order to ensure the safety of you and your fellow attendees, we ask that you line up no more than 30 minutes prior to the selfie event. We also ask you to be at the selfie event no later than 15 minutes prior to the end of selfie event. Selfie event may end earlier than scheduled time period at the discretion of the SMASH! staff in charge of the guest signings.

Can I take a group selfie photo with the guest?

In order for you to take a group selfie with the guest, everyone in the group must have the valid selfie event wristband. Please remember that you must have a CORRECT AND VALID WRISTBAND to get a selfie photo with the guest.

I have a gift for the guest. How can I give it to them?

Guests appreciate these small gestures, but please avoid anything large or bulky, heavy as most guests fly quite a distance to appear at SMASH!, and may have limited space in their luggage. Any gifts you bring should be small, durable, and easily packed. Please note that no food items will be accepted. If you have brought something special for the guest, such as a personal note or a small gift, we ask that you follow guidelines for practical and safety reasons.

  • If you have an item to present as a gift to the guest, please bring them with you to the signing session.
  • If you have a correct signing wristband, you may surrender the item once you reach the signing table to the SMASH! staff who will collect and present it to the guest on your behalf.
  • If you do not have a correct signing wristband, you may still present a gift to the guest by asking SMASH! staff in the Signing Area who will collect and present it to the guest on your behalf.

Please note that SMASH! staff reserves the right to reject the gift on behalf of the guest. If you have a question about policy and procedures, please see the SMASH! staff in charge of the guest signings in the Signing Area.

Can I take photos / audios / videos of the guests?

Any form of photography and audio/video recording of the guest(s) is prohibited at all times in the Signing Area with the exception of authorised media personnel from SMASH! only.

Of course, the attendees with the CORRECT WRISTBAND for the selfie event can take a selfie photo with the guest as part of the event.

Please note that different rules may apply in other guest events such as panels and workshops and you must follow these rules accordingly depending on the event. Please ask the SMASH! staff if you have any questions or unsure about the rules.

What kind of interaction with the guest(s) is allowed at the signing table?

While attendees are encouraged to converse with guests such as a simple and brief comment (e.g. hi, hello, thank you), we ask all attendees to refrain from requesting any actions or other forms of interaction from the guest. Please be mindful of other attendees in the line so that the queue can move efficiently. Any inappropriate physical contact with the guests is strictly prohibited.

SMASH! staff reserve the right to refuse access to any attendee who fails to follow the rules or attempts to circumvent them. If you have a question about policy and procedures, please see the SMASH! staff in charge of the guest signings in the Signing Area.

Guest Signing Policy & Procedures