My Super Manila 2023 Experience

Super Manila was held from December 15 to 17, 2023 at Ayala Malls Circuit Makati in the Philippines.

On the first day, I went straight to the roof deck to check on the setup of the tables. There, I saw Sir Sandy and Ma’am Rowena with Lyndon Gregorio of Beerkada comics and Kapitan Tambay. 

After chatting with them, Sab and I went to the Samsung Hall to watch the Manila Philharmonic Orchestra. 

On Day 3 of Super Manila 2023, I arrived around 6 PM. I wanted to get some Alex Sinclair comics signed, but he was not there as he was at the comics workshop. However, I was still able to get one book signed later that night. 

I went around and met with my comics friends, took some pictures, and a few videos. It was a fun day, and I got to see a lot of komiks fans, which is a rarity at current convention events. 

I felt like it was the first time I went to Komikon at UP Bahay Alumni way back in 2006, where all the people were at the event because of komiks!

Some highlights of the event for me were when I approached an Indonesian comics creator, Yulian and spoke to him about their booth and their experience here in the Philippines. I told him that I went to Indonesia Comic Con in 2018. 

Another highlight was when Raymund Tan of The Runts approached me and said he listens to Indie Komiks Podcast! It’s always nice to meet listeners, especially from outside of my circle. Do check out their comics when it comes out! I promise that it was awesome! I saw the pages he worked on! 

I’d like to congratulate Comic Odyssey, Filbars, and all the event organizers for the successful event! I’m looking forward to joining next time!