Well I had a total blast as they never,ever have any conventions on that scale in Northern Ireland so it was my first.I really enjoyed my three days there and spent time with friends from the original prop community too so that was very cool.People bitch about the commercial aspect buy did anyone REALLY expect anything less?As with most things Star Wars it was the fans that made it and created a great atmosphere.I would also like to echo the sentiments above about the 501st.Great guys with steel balls to be in those costumes in that humidity and heat.My thanks to all the garrisons that participated.