“ hey everyone my name is nerissa but they call me rissa rissa. I love everything about japan. And Im very excited to met new people. Music is everything and i love pocky. Just hope to c u around the neighborhood. ”

“ I want local Roleplayers Meetups because I love to run games and need the stress relief. I have a son and would like for him to meet and play with other children. ”

“ hello, I guess the plain fact is that I'm lonley... i mean I have a boyfriend but.. it just hurts when you're alone, and I don't want it to hurt anymore ”

“ Hello I'm nick and i am a lover of anime, i love mecha(big fan of Gundam), and other types of anme, i have never really cosplayed before but would be willing to try. ”

“ Fun! Im from Hollywood CA and im staying in Brighton MI for a while (maybe liek 6 months). I dont really know anyone here, but i want to. I love anime, Jculture, Final fantasy, raves, clubbing, dancing and im a gamer. Im always fun to be with XD ”

“ Hey Im looking for some more games if you want just email me at kazkelleyohil@gmail.com or 734-972-8635. I play any system if i havent done it yet I look forward to playing new games. I also took kendo and am looking to learn different styles. ”

“ HEY! my names kenneth and i've been living in detroit for a bit now. unfortunately i live in a very bad neighborhood and am not able to encounter any body with intrest in jpop, anime, manga, rpg games and more. if you intrested, lets meetup!! ”

“ Hi guys, I am an engineer working at Toyota. I am very interested in Japanese culture. I am an avid fan of anime and have been studying Japanese on and off for a few years. I would like to meet and network with new friends. ”

“ I write comic books and cartoons and I think an anime meetup would be a great place to get feedback since the style is very anime inspired! check it out at http://allgirl.coldcorecomicscompany.com do you think it's anime enough? ”

“ Addict with a large collection. I'm lookin for friends into the genre and people who just want to exchange info and opinions. bluemoonsierra@hotmail.com ”

“ I feel this would be a great experience for everyone involved, it would be a great way to meet new people of different backgrounds, who all share a common bond. ”

“ My name is Laura and I would love to meet people in the area who are interested in Japanese culture. Especially cosplay, anime, jpop/rock, and karaoke! ”

“ sup my name is JR and i would like to meet new people. If you have or need Q&A Email me at prince_of_darkness198@yahoo.com thanks ”

“ I want local Meetups so I can meet some people who are into some of the things that I am. Which seems to be harder than I thought! ”

“ Myspace.com/edencity I'm Nick, I'm a very very openminded person. I'm welcoming to all, I love meeting new people. I just recently moved into the 313. I'm from ohio (nowhere). Hoping to make some new friends. ”

“ i am new to this state i am from las vegas NV and i do have no friends here! www.myspcae.com\xangel_hendrix ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I need some friends that understand me and im tired of being the only gay guy in the group :( ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I need more friends to chat with about anime. the same people get tried out in time ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I have always wondered who else in my community shares my interests [besides my friends]. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because it would be fun to talk to other people with same interest v=^-^=v ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I feel that if I meet new people it would make cosplay much better ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i like to meet new people into anime. ”

“ I'm intensely infatuated w/ Anime and hopelessly in a deranged search for the wondrous dimensions of Japenese culture!!! I'm enamored with art + animation as it flourishes into beautiful stages of sublimation. I'd LOVE to merge w/ Anime fanatics. ”

“ Meet people with same interest. Plain and simple. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am new to furryness! ”

“ I've heard about Asatru from a friend and I'm interested in learning more. ”

“ Usually lurk, but... fan looking to spend time sitting around and play things like Melty Blood or Guilty Gear with. I play a lot of eroge, collect doujinshi, etc... I'm looking for someone that's willing to see or does see beyond Bleach and Naruto. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would like to meet people who are interested in the same things I am. ”

“ www.AnimeDetroit.com Check it out! Ask to meet us and we'll try to schedule a meetup. It's been recently updated. We get new forum members all the time. It's free and fun. ”

“ Hi, I'm Dani. I'm hoping to meet people with similar anxiety issues to better work through them! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i enjoy playing. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because it would be great to know people who are interested in the same stuff! ”

“ What up, my ninjas? Not much on this side of Ferndale. I heard about this from OverBill, and decided to join up. I'm also a member of the Hatchet Rydas, and just trying to get out there on the world of the Web. Peace out and much clown love. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I just enjoy meeting new people ”

“ I want local Pokemon Meetups because i love pokemon ”

“ I belong to www.animedetroit.com. We meet all the time and have lots of fun with Anime, Gaming, and just plain hanging out! Join us! ”

“ Hmmm...... i think as far as most things go, I just am just an old school lover of sci-fi/fantasy. If any of you want to talk just IM me on yahoo messenger sn: valkarie00 ”

“ Hey, my names Johnny! Im 14 and im a guy. I need someone to play DDR with cuz i have like nobody to play with other than my cuzin! Ive been playing for about a year, and I can go up to challenge on certain songs. ”

“ I want local Roleplayers Meetups because I want to stay connected. ”

“ Minna genki! boku wa james desu, yoroshiku! ikustu san ju ni sai, so shite sterling heights sunde imasu! ano, anime mite, to j pop ongaku kiite motto suki desu atashi no shumi! sou ne, sore wa matenai! ”

“ Huge anime fan! Kekkaishi, Bamboo Blade, and recently Gurran Lagan rocked hard. What do everybody know about the new series Negima and Cutey Honey though cheesy they're great. For the old school fans Prism Ark is good to. Know good anime? ”

“ I want local Gaia Online Meetups because Ehh, I guess I want to know if anyone else is a bum and does gaia like me. Dx ”

“ Go to animedetroit.com We post daily on the forums. ”

“ Try looking up www.animedetroit.com ”

“ I want local Furries Meetups because im looking for some new friends. thigns to do. ”

“ Mostly just a lurker. I have been watching anime for around 15 years on and off. Wouldn't mind watching some more. :) ”

“ I want local Japanese Language Meetups because i seriously want to learn the language and such, i've been looking for places to learn the language but i cant... see the way i think of it by the time i somewhat master the language i'll move to japan. ”

“ Hey all! I'm Matt. I'm a huge Fan of anime. Been watching it since 1999. I have tons of anime series and love to talk about it and meet other fellow fans. Send me an instant Message anytime! Aim:zegron Yahoo:mattm80@sbcglobal.net ”

“ Fan since 70s - Star Blazers. Akira, Bubblegum Crisis, & other manga/anime in the 80s/90s. Went hardcore ~6 years ago after seeing EVA. Now into fansubs - current faves are Beck & Monster. Fave manga Saikano & Five Star Stories. Newbie Cosplayer too. ”

“ hello everyone ive been an anime fan for about 15 years my favs are tsukage ran paranoia agent and any tenchi series I look forward to meeting yall at the next event take care ^-^ ”

“ hello, konnichiwa, and nihou. I've been collecting anime since 1995. Don't have a true favorite anime, though I love GOLDEN BOY, Ranma 1/2, Naruto, Evangelion, Azumanga Daioh, and Inital D too name few. ”

“ Will introduce later.. Not enough time right now.. Sorry.. ^_^ ”

“ I'm korean and love anime. Yeah anime may be a japanese thing bu they koreans can like it to! Music,arts,computers are kewl. Some people blow and others are...eh alright. ”

“ hi i'm terry ”

“ hi! i love anime ^^ Currently I collect both anime and manga. My Favorite shows to date: One Piece, Naruto, Get Backers, and Samurai Champloo ”

“ Im a 22 year old geek(proud of it!). I love anime and video games so much that iv even started getting tattoos of them now. My fav animes are Trigun, Jungle Wa Itsumo Hale Nuchi Guu, Perfect Blue and DBZ. Fav games FFX, Lufia 2, FFVI and Suikoden 2. ”

“ Into all sorts of board and card games. Been a regular attendee of U*Con in Ann Arbor for the past 7 years. Some favorites: Iron Dragon, Entdecker, Settlers of Catan, Starfarers of Catan, Wizard, Formula De, Puerto Rico, Bohnanza, Acquire, Cosmic Encoun ”