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Funimation Is Having A Virtual Anime Convention That's Free To Attend

<p>Because of the <a href="https://www.cnet.com/how-to/coronavirus-and-covid-19-all-your-questions-answered/">COVID-19</a> pandemic, most conventions this year have been canceled, including <a href="https://www.gamespot.com/articles/san-diego-comic-con-2020-is-officially-cancelled/1100-6476201/">San Diego Comic-Con</a>. However, many are shifting to a virtual event, letting fans have that same con-experience from the comfort of their own homes. On June 8, Funimation announced its anime-centric event FunimationCon 2020.</p><p>The two-day convention will happen entirely over the internet on July 3-4. Funimation announced some of the planned events for the July show, which virtual <a href="https://www.funimation.com/funimationcon2020/">con-goers can register to attend for free</a>.</p><p>While there is still more to be announced, Funimation revealed three panels centered around Fruits Basket, One Piece, and Fire Force. All three panels will feature the English voice cast, delving into the series, and the Fruits Basket panel mentions a Q&amp;A and live reading.</p><a href="https://www.gamespot.com/articles/funimation-is-having-a-virtual-anime-convention-th/1100-6478146/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f/">Continue Reading at GameSpot</a>

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