TAKII 7 ~Simply SINs"ASIAN"al~ (4/25-26/09) (Philly, PA)

[D-chan ^_*]

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Yes We Can: TAKII 7 ~Simply SINs"ASIAN"al~, Celebrating Asian Culture's Guiltiest Pleasures, Is Announced & MORE!
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December 7th, 2008 -- Upper Darby, PA -- For 6 seasons, The Asian Karaoke Idol Invitational reveled in "Rebirth", "Video Game Ecstacy", "Rhythm D-Generation X-Treme"s. For our landmark 7th season, we have decided to delve deep into the innermost recesses of Asian culture fandom & bring to you TAKII 7 ~Simply SINs"ASIAN"al~, taking place at Philadelphia, PA's The Rotunda on April 25th - 26th, 2009. "Too much of a good thing" is now replaced with "taking it to the extreme" as we celebrate the spectacles affectionately known as TAKII's "7 Deadly SINsASIANs"!

Be-it as an attendee, panelist, guest/performer, artist/dealer, or Team TAKII Coalition Volunteer, we offer multiple ways that you can celebrate this fabulous fusion festival with us & TAKII fans all over the world. Those who wish to enter any of our championship competitions & want to win unlimited swag & exclusive perks (including online giveaways) can purchase a #1 Contender's Pass at a special pre-registration rate of $4.00 per person. For your inner-exhibitionist, we have Table Slots available at a special pre-registration rate of $20.00 per table. Registrations for each (available in limited quantities for each pre-reg period) can be submitted via our "Registration" page (http://takii.pdnmz.com/registration.html). To find out more on how you can get in touch with your inner-TAKII, check out our "Interaction" hub page (http://takii.pdnmz.com/interaction.html).

Over are the days when people were too ashamed to express their love for Asian culture's guiltiest entertainment-style pleasures. Now is the time for outcast otakus & mainstream Asian culture fans alike to unite for celebratory glory that cannot be denied at TAKII 7 ~Simply SINs"ASIAN"al!!

To find out more about this season's venue expansion, the festivities we have in store, & other hot TAKII topics, please click on the "Full Press Release" link above.


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Established in February 2006, The Asian Karaoke Idol Invitational is the world's most extreme Asian culture fusion festival, featuring 2 main seasons & numerous other co-branded events & performances throughout each year. With maverick innovations such as Asian Multimedia Entertainment Network (AMEN, it's 24/7, Asian fan/otaku-centric online broadcasting & social network), it entertains, inspires, & enriches the lives of its fans worldwide on a continuous basis.

TAKII 7 ~Simply SINs"ASIAN"al~ is a 2-day celebration of Asian culture's guiltiest pleasures that will be taking place at The Rotunda in Philadelphia, PA on April 25th - 26th, 2009. While entry to the celebration of this 7th season spectacular is free, the moments spent on indulging yourself in everything from yaoi/yuri anime to karaoke will be simply priceless. Dare to compete....dare to defy the odds....dare to take it to the extreme!

[D-chan ^_*]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Forbidden Pleasures: TAKII 7 ~Simply SINs"ASIAN"al~ Announces It's "7 Deadly SINs"ASIAN"s", Final Pre-Reg Deadline, & TONS MORE

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March 25th, 2009 -- Upper Darby, PA -- What, you think we haven't been busy the last few months, eh? Shame, shame, shame, quite the contrary. With only 4 weeks to go before "the world's most extreme Asian culture fusion festival", there is plenty to unveil, discuss, & enjoy. That also means it's about that time to unleash to the world 1 of TAKII 7's best kept secrets for the season....

For those of you who haven't been keeping up with the latest developments on the TAKII website, PDNMZ Feedback Fourm, & Asian Multimedia Entertainment Network, we are proudly excited to announce the centerpieces of this season's momentous celebration: TAKII's 7 Deadly SINs"ASIAN"s!

ASIAN REALITY TV/GAME SHOWS
FUSION GAMING
KARAOKE
YAOI/YURI
OBSCENE # OF CHARACTERS
COSPLAY
ASIAN DRAMA

To pay tribute to these dynamic heroes of Asian-themed entertainment, every festivity (divided into "#1 Contender's Pass Exclusives" & "Free-For-All Festivities") at TAKII 7 is based on a Deadly SINs"ASIAN", if not a combination thereof. The following festivities are only a small portion of our seasonal premiers, giving TAKII attendees even more chances to win spiffy sway & that all-but-illusive TAKII-branded glory:

"MUSIC" EVENTS (http://takii.pdnmz.com/events/music.html):
LAST OTAKU STANDING
TAKII REQUEST LIVE PLUS

"VIDEO GAME" EVENTS (http://takii.pdnmz.com/events/vg.html):
CAPCOM SHOWDOWN SMACKDOWN
YAOI/YURI GAMING BUFFET

"VENDOR" EVENTS (http://takii.pdnmz.com/events/vendor.html):
TAKII ASIAN-MERCIAL CHALLENGE
SILENT LIBRARY SHOWDOWN ~GAKI NO TSUKAI~

"OMAKE (EXTRA)" EVENTS (http://takii.pdnmz.com/events/omake.html):
YAOI/YURI YOWZA!
SINS"ASIAN"AL CHARADES


The past few months have proven to be a period of exponential growth for the fusion festival that almost "never was", & this has been proven (among other ways) by our record-breaking pre-registrant sales, surpassing estimates that have been made in previous seasons! With this being said, it is all the more important that y'all get a hold of your #1 Contender's Passes & Table Slots before the final pre-registration deadline of April 15th, 2009 comes up ($8.00/#1 Contender's Pass, $40.00/Table Slot). With TAKII expanding into twice as much space as it's ever had at The Rotunda (& TAKII 7 being the official christening of this room of epic potential), there will be even more opportunities to purchase TAKII trinkets & swag from our expanding list of dealers & exhibitionists, along with more chances for you to win more prizes in a wider variety of gameshows that will test the limits of your very being. To reserve your spot, check out out "Registration" section for more info: http://takii.pdnmz.com/registration.html.

Yes, times are rough in this rather uncertain world of ours. However, take a moment to close your eyes, open your arms, & embrace your most fond memories of this iconic celebration & be prepared to make history with us once again. Get ready in 4 weeks to enjoy what we promise to be the most jam-packed, inspirational, & awesomely entertaining season of The Asian Karaoke Idol Invitationalthat has ever been produced!!!!

...but until then, stay tuned for our upcoming press releases on even more TAKII-exclusive info that will rock you to the "hard-core" foundation of your Asian fandom!!


"Team TAKII" PR Coalition
TAKII -- http://takii.pdnmz.com
TAKII: AMEN -- http://takii-amen.pdnmz.com
TAKII Feedback Forum -- http://forum.pdnmz.com/viewforum.php?f=9
info@takii.pdnmz.com

Established in February 2006, The Asian Karaoke Idol Invitational is the world's most extreme Asian culture fusion festival, featuring 2 main seasons & numerous other co-branded events & performances throughout each year. With maverick innovations such as Asian Multimedia Entertainment Network (AMEN, it's 24/7, Asian fan/otaku-centric online broadcasting & social network), it entertains, inspires, & enriches the lives of its fans worldwide on a continuous basis.

TAKII 7 ~Simply SINs"ASIAN"al~ is a 2-day celebration of Asian culture's guiltiest pleasures that will be taking place at The Rotunda in Philadelphia, PA on April 25th - 26th, 2009. While entry to the celebration of this 7th season spectacular is free, the moments spent on indulging yourself in everything from yaoi/yuri anime to karaoke will be simply priceless. Dare to compete....dare to defy the odds....dare to take it to the extreme!

[D-chan ^_*]

TAKII 7 ~Simply SINs"ASIAN"al~ PR Triple-Play

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Press Release #1 = TAKII 7 Releases It's Official "Hardcore Handbook" & MORE! (4/12/09)
Press Release #2 = TAKII 7 Charity & Guest/Performer Line-Up!!!! (4/14/09)
Press Release #3 = Gamer Doc Makes Con Debut @ TAKII 7! (4/18/09)



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(4/12/09) 1 Step Closer: TAKII 7 Releases It's Official "Hardcore Handbook", Announces Vid Game Tourneys, TLO Video Lounge Line-Up, & MORE!
ORIGINAL PRESS RELEASE URL: http://forum.pdnmz.com/viewtopic.php?p=192#p192

Along with including TAKII 7's official schedule, guest/performer bios, & at-door registrant info, the Hardcore Handbook Survival Program Guide also includes an early-released list of Vid Game Tourneys & programming at the new & improved TLO Video Lounge:

VID GAME TOURNEYS:

1. “Blind Faith” Challenge: Sonic 2 (XBL)
2. “Feel The Rhythm” Challenge: Dancing With The Stars ~Get Your Dance On~ (Wii)
3. “Royal Rumble” Challenge: WWE SmackDown! VS RAW 2009 (PS3)
4. “Golden Gauntlet” Challenge: Soul Calibur 4 (360)
5. “King Of The Ring” Challenge: King Of Fighters 2001 (DC)
6. “Blind Faith” Challenge 2: Blazing Lasers (Wii VC)
7. “Toonami VS Adult Swim” Challenge: InuYasha: Feudal Combat (PS2) & Yu Yu Hakusho: Dark Tournament (PS2)
8. “Jungle Japes Gauntlet” Challenge: Donkey Konga 1 & 2 (GC)
9. “Tag-Team Turmoil” Challenge: Wii Sports (Wii)
10. “Blind Faith” Challenge 3: Mario Kart: Double Dash (GC)
11. “TLO Old School” Challenge: Darius Gaiden (Saturn)
12. “Toonami VS Adult Swim” Challenge 2: Naruto: Clash Of Ninja Revolution 2 (Wii) & Bleach: Shattered Blade (Wii)
13. “TAKII Classics” Challenge: Super Smash Bros. Brawl (Wii)
14. Gaming Live On PPV: Fab Fusion (Capcom VS SNK 2 (DC), Marvel VS Capcom 2 (DC), & Mortal Kombat VS DC Universe (360))
15. Capcom Showdown SmackDown: Black Tiger (C64), 1942 (NES), Super Ghouls & Ghosts (SNES), Street Fighter Alpha 3 (PS), Super Puzzle Fighter 2 Turbo: HD Remix (XBL), Super Street Fighter 2 Turbo: HD Remix (XBL), & Street Fighter 4 (PS3)
16. HUZZAH ~The Even More New “Press Your Luck”~ (feat. PowerStone 2 (DC))


TLO VIDEO LOUNGE PROGRAMMING:

ANIME - YAOI/YURI
- Gravitation: Eps. 1-4 (JP) (SUB)
- Junjou Romantica: Eps. 1-4 (JP) (SUB)
- Shoujo Kakumei Utena: Eps. 1-4 (JP) (SUB)

ANIME - ADULT THEME
- Catblue Dynamite (ENG)
- Oruchuban Ebichu: Eps. 1-6 (JP) (SUB)

ANIME - FEATURE SPONSOR FAVORITES
- ARIA ~The Animation~: Eps. 1-4 (JP) (SUB)
- BoogiePop Phantom: Eps. 1-2 (JP) (SUB)
- Lost Universe: Eps. 1-6 (JP) (SUB)

BISHOUJO SENSHI SAILORMOON
- SailorMoon R The Movie: Promise Of The Rose (JP) (SUB)
- The Musical SailorMoon 3: Yume Senshi, Ai Eien Ni (JP) (SUB)
- Pretty Guardian SailorMoon: Eps. 1-2 (JP) (SUB)

ASIAN - DRAMAS/LIVE ACTION
- M: Eps. 1-4 (KOR) (SUB)
- Sword Stained w/Royal Blood: Eps. 1-4 (CH) (SUB)
- Happy Together: Eps. 1-3 (KOR) (SUB)
- My Boyfriend Is Type-B: Eps. 1-3 (KOR) (SUB)
- Point Of No Return: Eps. 1-3 (CH) (SUB)

TAKII VIDEO ARCHIVE SELECTS
- Super Mario Bros.: The Movie (ENG)
- Captain N & The New Super Mario World: Eps. 1-2 (ENG)
- AVEX Trax: Best of J-Pop 2003 (JP)
- Random Asian Music Videos (JP, KOR, CH, THAI, VIET)
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(4/14/09) Let It Rock: TAKII 7 Unveils It's Official Charity Beneficiary & Guest/Performer Final Line-Up, Including 3 Premiers!
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In addition to our Charity Beneficiary (Asian Americans United), The Asian Karaoke Idol Invitational's 7th season is proud to announce its finalized list of featured guests & performers, including 3 individuals & performance groups that are making their debuts right here at TAKII 7: Matt Myers (Lead Vocalist/Guitarist, LeetStreet.L33tStr33t Boys), Jia You Shi De (Korean Pop Performance Troupe), & Beck ~Mongolian Chope Squad, Jr.~ (Japanese Rock/Pop & Anime Tribute Band), along with TAKII mainstays the likes of D-chan (Japanese/Korean Vocal Musician), [Ai] (Former TAKII Show Champion & Dancer), Dokudel (Cosplay Aficionado), & Jeffrey Branch (Pink Lady Superfan).
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(4/18/09) The "Doc"tor Is In: Brand-New Gaming Franchise, Gamer Doc, Makes Its Asian-Themed Festival/Convention Debut At TAKII 7, Plus Pre-Registration Ends!
ORIGINAL PRESS RELEASE URL: http://forum.pdnmz.com/viewtopic.php?p=209#p209

With only a week to go before TAKII 7 ~Simply SINs"ASIAN"al~, the world's premier Asian culture fusion festival accentuates its video gaming roots by being privileged to announce the Asian-themed festival/convention debut of the world's lead retail gaming alternative, Gamer Doc! The franchise's recently-premiered Springfield, PA store joins The Asian Karaoke Idol Invitational's 7th season celebration of Asian culture's guiltiest pleasures by establishing a presence in both our Dealer's Dominion (http://takii.pdnmz.com/events/vendor.html) & Vid Game Events (http://takii.pdnmz.com/events/vg.html).

Gamer Doc is an innovative franchise concept that offers the opportunity to own, develop & operate a retail video game emporium. Launched in December 2007, the Gamer Doc concept is focused on delivering a new and interactive experience to all customers. From dedicated gamers to mom or dad who want to try out a game, trade-in some old games or check out the latest titles & consoles from Microsoft®, Nintendo®, & Sony®, all customers will enjoy the ultimate gaming experience.
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"Team TAKII" PR Coalition
TAKII -- http://takii.pdnmz.com
TAKII: AMEN -- http://takii-amen.pdnmz.com
TAKII Feedback Forum -- http://forum.pdnmz.com/viewforum.php?f=9
info@takii.pdnmz.com


Established in February 2006, The Asian Karaoke Idol Invitational is the world's most extreme Asian culture fusion festival, featuring 2 main seasons & numerous other co-branded events & performances throughout each year. With maverick innovations such as Asian Multimedia Entertainment Network (AMEN, it's 24/7, Asian fan/otaku-centric online broadcasting & social network), it entertains, inspires, & enriches the lives of its fans worldwide on a continuous basis.

TAKII 7 ~Simply SINs"ASIAN"al~ is a 2-day celebration of Asian culture's guiltiest pleasures that will be taking place at The Rotunda in Philadelphia, PA on April 25th - 26th, 2009. While entry to the celebration of this 7th season spectacular is free, the moments spent on indulging yourself in everything from yaoi/yuri anime to karaoke will be simply priceless. Dare to compete....dare to defy the odds....dare to take it to the extreme!