Fans swarm openings of E-Sports and Music Festival and Ani-Com Hong Kong, but exhibitors wary of extradition bill protests
- Diehard fans camp overnight with the gaming, manga and anime crowds expected to reach 80,000 visitors
- Many arrive to place pre-orders with Hot Toys, the Hong Kong company famous worldwide for its high-end Marvel figurines
Fans swarmed Hong Kong’s premier animation and gaming fair on Friday, with hundreds queuing up to pre-order Marvel collectibles despite a two-year wait for some items.
Many had arrived before the opening to gain access to the booth run by Hot Toys, the Hong Kong company known worldwide for its high-end figurines.
“I’ve been in line outside since 7pm last night and I am hoping to get my hands on some Marvel merchandise, including the limited-edition Iron Man,” said an office worker surnamed Li, who was second in line at the entrance on Friday morning.
He said he was prepared to spend up to HK$3,000 (US$383) for a Hot Toys item. Others in line were prepared to spend up to HK$8,000 and wait up to two years just to get their hands on the Marvel figurines.
