**BIG ANNOUNCEMENT**

What’s up, Technika and DJMAX fans! First off, thank you so much for following us and spreading the word of our event to those you wished to share! Also, a big special thanks to those that registered and coming to the event! Real talk, it really means a lot to us. We can’t wait to see you there!

ARE YOU READY? We got some big announcements for you all, we’re not holding back! Let’s get to it!

// WATCH YOUR STEP – Important Stuff

LAST DAY FOR REGISTERING FOR THE EVENT IS SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2019! Only 2 months left until the celebration! Be sure to register and tell your friends! We would like reach those who have even heard about Technika, like from DJMAX Respect, to know how amazing this game truly is. Experience what this incredible game is all about, and be a part of the celebration of an arcade game that has had an impact in our lives.

LAST DAY TO RESERVE A SPOT TO PURCHASE OUR EVENT-EXCLUSIVE COMMEMORATIVE SHIRT IS SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 7, 2019! Your form submission is to reserve ONE(1) commemorative shirt for purchase. The pre-order form is listed at the Eventbrite page. Additional shirts can be purchased at the event while supplies last.

// FUNKY PEOPLE – Guests of Honor

These people have contributed to Technika and/or has shown their appreciation for the game in many different ways, and they have come to join us in the celebration! Stop by their table and say hello! These guests will also be participating in a discussion after the screening of Touching Sound: The Technika Documentary, including a Q&A session!

Michael Yum (PM Studios, CEO)

Michael found PM Studios in 2007 and worked closely with Pentavision/Neowiz Games to release the number one South Korean PSP game known as DJMAX to gamers all over the world. He followed it up with the hit arcade sensation known as Technika. He recently partnered up with Clarence Avant to form Krew Game Studios for a new console project and is also working on a few mobile titles for PM Studios.

Seong-Uk Jeon / Panax (PM Studios, Art Director)

Seong-Uk Jeon also known as Panax to the DJMAX fans was the Art Director for the DJMAX Metro Project which includes titles Technika, Black Square and Clazziquai Edition. Now known simply as Justin, he leads PM Studios’ Art Division and oversees all projects as the Art Director.

Dongpil Lim / Feels (PM Studios, Technical Director)

At a young age, Dongpil has always dreamt of making video games. His dream became reality when he landed a job at a video game company where he has helped create numerous titles for consoles, PC and arcades. Dongpil is currently living in the U.S and working at PM Studios, where he hopes to continue his dream of making amazing and successful video games.

Steven Yum (PM Studios, Producer)

Steven loves video games. He loves playing them, collecting them, and most of all creating them. The first job Steven landed was at EA Mobile, where he helped create and release numerous titles under the EA brand as well as learn the process of video game conception. Steven is currently working at PM Studios with a fantastic group of people who share the same vision and passion.

Paul Hartling / redshoepaul (PM Studios, Marketing Coordinator) (Bemanistyle, Senior Editorial Producer)

Paul came from writing about rhythm games for over 10 years, to even having an impressive 20+ year history of playing them. He prefers his media physical and will never say no to going out for delicious ramen. Originally from Boston, MA, Paul now lives in Los Angeles, CA and loves his new PM Studios family.

Nicholas Dobkin (Touching Sound, Director/Producer)

A graduate of the USC School of Cinematic Arts (whose alumni include George Lucas and Robert Zemeckis), Nick was first introduced to Technika in 2010. The first time he saw it, a group he didn’t know was running a roulette, and asked him to join. His passion for the game and its community never faltered since. As part of his degree in Film Production, he produced a short Technika documentary showcasing the game’s concept. When online support ended, he took it upon himself to begin the arduous task of planning out one last attempt to chronicle the mark it left on its community.

// READY NOW – New Stuff

  • Wear them proud! One of the commemorative items we will be gifting to all attendees are a pair of small Technika lapel pins! Only a limited number will be available (1 pair per attendee), so be sure to register and get to the event early! We will reveal the design in a future post!
  • We’re excited to show the design of the event-exclusive commemorative shirt, only available for sale at the event, designed by JET! These are also at limited quantity as well, so be sure to fill out the pre-order form to reserve yourself a spot!
  • Get ready, put your hanz up, and dance the rest of the evening as KITCHENCORE will be invading the landscape to close out the event! DJ lineup will be posted in the weeks to come!

// GIVE ME 5 – Other Updates

  • Time to dust off your Technika Cards everyone, the Technika machines gracing us at the event will be online!!
  • Come by and take photos at our Technika-themed photobooth! Don’t forget to sign and write on the Technika-themed backdrop as well!
  • We will also have some food & beverages at the event! A menu will be posted in the weeks to come.

// YOUR OWN MIRACLE – Raffles

Fans get ready to obtain raffle tickets as you could be one of the lucky winners at our event to take home one of these DJMAX/DJMAX Technika related items! Images of the raffle items will be posted on all our social platforms in weeks leading up to the event!

  • Technika 1/2/3 IC Profile Cards
  • Technika 1/2 Display Monitor Side Panels
  • Technika 2 Display Title Marquee (What?!)
  • Technika 1 Floor/Platform/Stage Marquee (Yes, that stage panel!)
  • AND MORE?!

// HERE IN THE MOMENT – Yearbook

All attendees will be given a small little yearbook booklet with the event schedule programme, brief description about Technika, a small thank you to the fans by the JFT Crew, brief pieces about the Guests of Honor, tons of pictures, and dedications from Technika fans all over the world! There will also be a couple of blank pages near the end so you can have your friends at the event sign your yearbook as well! We also have something special for the booklet as well but you gotta be here to see what it is!

If you are interested in making a dedication, share some Technika memories and pictures, or want to advertise in the yearbook, please shoot us a direct message on our FB Event page, Twitter, Instagram, or email us at yearbook@pokedots.today!

Last day to reserve a spot on the yearbook is FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20th, 2019!

// JUST FOR TODAY – Follow and Register

Sign up at the Eventbrite page with the link below using the password “ask2wind“!

TICKETS ARE FREE!

We hope to see you come out and celebrate with us!

We will be making more posts and keeping you updated with the progress of our event.

We thank you again so much for your patience and support, spread the news to the special people you want to share this with, and please continue to stay tuned!!!

Any questions, please reach us at any of the social platforms or email below.

EVENTBRITE EVENT PAGE (password: ask2wind)
https://bit.ly/TechnikaReunionEB

FACEBOOK EVENT
https://bit.ly/TechnikaReunionFB

TWITTER (@TechnikaReunion)
https://twitter.com/TechnikaReunion

INSTAGRAM (@TechnikaReunion)
https://instagram.com/TechnikaReunion

EMAIL
info@pokedots.today

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