The people with the most germs will proportionally dole out the most random, uninvited hugs. I'll remember the hand sanitizer next time. Back con peasants! Back I say! - Vexona
Never lay hands on someone (or jab them in the ribs) if they get in the way of your pic - SKG
PAD the armor on the pressure points. Though you may not notice them normally, wearing for 4 or 5 hours will bring it out. - Adam
Bring duck tape and hot glue to repair yr armor. hey i am glad i did - Dreads
When I complain about hurting more than the people wearing the armor, that tells me I need to be in better shape to do this again. Be prepared to be on your feet for several hours at a time. - 23Magnum
Finish your costume before you leave. Nothing sucks worse than knowing that you're missing a great time because you're stuck finishing/fixing something at your hotel. - Sean Bradley
The at the door line can sometimes block the entire entrance, making it hard if not impossible to get inside to the shorter pre-reg line, but if that happens, just grab a D*Con staff member and tell them you are a pre-reg ad want to get your badge and they will clear a hole for you. - Cadet
Find a way to integrate that Camelback into your armor. I had it, I planned on doing it, it just didn't get done and I was sorry. It's not that finding water was hard, it's just that you lose a hand and when you're trying to juggle your helmet, AR, and camera, that's an extra hand you don't have... - DogWizard
bring more inventory (so i dont sell out on the 2nd day) - Link4044
Bring a handler or two. You're going to need someone to help you get in and out of your suit, hold your new toys, take pictures, get you water or anything else you need. - Kensai111