“ Always have loved anime, and always wanted to go to an anime convention, but can never seem to find out when and where they are, or people to go with. Would love to find people with similar interests. ”

“ 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. ”

“ 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. ”

“ 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. ”

“ 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 ”

“ 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 ”

“ Hi, I'm a hard working guy that enjoys sitting down and watching some good anime. I like buying the dvds, just I got no one to watch em with! ”

“ Hi my name is Darrell and I opened a Anime Store in Toledo, OH and I hope to meet all kinds of people withing the Toledo and surrounding areas that share the same interests in Anime as I do ^_^. ”

“ 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 :( ”

“ Midwest Meets Far East (MMFE.org) is a NW OH and SE MI community devoted to the recognition, appreciation, and enjoyment of East Asian pop culture including, but not limited to, anime, manga, games, film, tv, music, fashion, cosplay, and toys. ”

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

“ Already been with them! ”

“ 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. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would like to meet ppl with simaler interestes. ”

“ Always love meeting other people who love the same things I do ;p ”

“ 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! ”

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

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

“ 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 ”

“ Hi there, I'm seriously getting into speaking the Japanese language and if anyone is interested in being a part of it then get ahold of me. Thanks. ”

“ I want local Magic: The Gathering Meetups because I only have 3 friends who play, and theyre not really into it like i am ”

“ I kinda joined before, but lost my account. If anyone lives near toledo, or in that area, and is interested in a meetup email me at soumarukaji@yahoo.com and we can work on joining the mmfe meetups, or forming another meetup. Be sure to speak up! ”

“ I was a lot more into anime in Highschool. Now I'm married and a mother, so I don't have the free time and cash to spend on it anymore. Still, it'd be nice to have people with similar interests to talk to sometimes. ”

“ hello everyone XD ”

“ well, i actually am already a member, but i thought i'd join officially. I love anime!! well, duh i guess if i joined this group. my fav anime is FMA. and my fav char is uchiha sasuke from naruto. unlike justin, i am the biggest anime freak in school ”

“ I run the Ohio Anime Fans mailing list with my wife and have been into anime for a very long time and love to meet new people interested in it. If you want to chat message me, I'm ashe5k on AIM and Yahoo,ICQ I'm 2996292,MSN is ashe5k@hotmail.com ”

“ Konnichiwa Mina-san's ”

“ Hello everyone. I was introduced into the world of Anime by some good friend that you all might know. They are (not in any order) Amanda, kelly, Jimmy, and last but not least Traeonna. Just to let you know who I am I am the person on the far right. ”

“ There are more things in heaven and earth, Horatio, than are dreamt of in your philosophy. -Hamlet 1:5 Anime is important to me, it gives me a look at what can, but what is currently not, for me at least. ”

“ Hey whats up. My favorite animes are Naruto and Bleach at the moment. I would have more but with no job and dial up internet it sucks getting new anime. ”

“ I am an avid anime fiend and am currently taking japanese at Owens fav titles are Naruto and bleach at the moments ”

“ I am one of the biggest anime freaks in my school. My favorite series is mostly Bleach and Vandread. I like playing the game go. I like collecting weapons. My favorite manga series is naruto and bleach. ”

“ Cosplayer, Naruto Fan, Gundam Fan, Crazy Sheep of Doom of Ohayocon fame. ”

“ 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. ”

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

“ Hello! Welcome to the Detroit Anime Meetup Group! Please join us at one of our official meetups or viewing parties, we love to have new people! I'm a con-goer, cosplayer, and general otaku that is new to the Detroit area and looking for friends. ”

“ 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. ”

“ 26/f/Ypsilanti ”

“ 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 ”