In the video, Daniel Raymond discusses the CitizenCon floor plan, noting the absence of a Hands-On area but suggesting a separate space for hands-on experiences to improve attendee flow. He highlights a thematic shift towards the Bengal-class carrier decor, indicating a focus on Squadron 42, and shares details about the venue layout, including a community booth area and a premium lounge, while expressing his excitement for the event and inviting viewer engagement.
In the video, Daniel Raymond, the voice behind Ray’s Guide, discusses the recent information drop regarding CitizenCon, particularly focusing on the floor plan of the convention center. He notes that while some might see the absence of a Hands-On area, like the previous Pyro playground, there are additional spaces in the full Manchester Central venue map that could accommodate such an area. This suggests that the event organizers may have opted for a separate space for hands-on experiences, allowing for better control over the environment and reducing congestion.
Raymond highlights that attendees will enter through a secondary entrance, allowing the main entrance to be utilized for staff and back-office functions. This layout includes a food vendor area and a merchandise table designed to minimize long queues, a lesson learned from past events. The merchandise area may open early or stay open late, allowing attendees to browse without missing presentations. This thoughtful arrangement aims to enhance the overall experience for attendees.
The video also indicates a thematic shift for this year’s CitizenCon, as the decor will be based on the Bengal-class carrier, the UEE’s Barbery, rather than the Pyro setting. This change hints at a primary focus on Squadron 42 rather than the anticipated 4.0 update. Raymond suggests that if the emphasis were on 4.0 or Pyro, a different decor approach would have been adopted, possibly including an outpost on Bloom.
As Raymond describes the main hall, he notes its impressive vaulted ceiling and mentions a full-sized Hornet for attendees to take selfies with. However, he doubts that climbing into the Hornet will be allowed due to potential bottlenecks. The layout features a community booth area and a premium lounge, which is significantly larger than previous years, equipped with multiple bars to ensure attendees stay hydrated throughout the event.
Finally, Raymond shares his excitement about attending CitizenCon and providing live coverage from the event. He mentions that he has a spare ticket available for sale and invites viewers to join the CU At CitizenCon membership for a chance to win exclusive in-game items. The video concludes with a call to action for viewers to engage with the channel, emphasizing the community aspect of the event and looking forward to seeing everyone in the verse.