"The event is still feeling some growing pains. The decision to hold RI Anime Con on the same weekend as RI Pride and Fan Expo Boston undoubtedly hurt attendance, as they found themselves competing for attention with the largest Pride event in New England, as well as an established geek-centric convention by a more experienced organization.
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