Shhhh. . . this isn’t even posted on the C2E2 site yet, but amongst the True Blood group below you’ll also find Natalie Morales (The Middleman, Parks and Recreation, Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps) and Matt Keeslar (The Middleman, Dollhouse, Numb3rs, Law and Order).

258 West Authentic’s table at C2E2 is must see!

Jon

As the 20+ inches of snow melt away it can only mean one thing in Chicago — convention season is right around the corner. . .

C2E2 is going to be the first big convention of the year, and I am very curious to see what they do with their sophomore year in the Windy City. Last year’s con was a lot of fun, but rather light on cards . . . this year looks to be even better, especially for card collectors. First, we know that Ed Webb will be set up — so be sure to check out his wares at the Sci Fi Cards table, and 258 West is really pulling out all the stops at C2E2. I had heard rumors about something big from them at C2E2 and emailed Marco, but didn’t hear back (Marco — send press releases!!). Thankfully some Card Talkers frequent 258West.com, and they confirmed that Marco bringing some star power to Chicago!

True Blood stars Sam Trammell, Kristin Bauer and Brit Morgan will be signing autographs for 258 West at C2E2 — and he’s got killer specials on his autograph cards. Check out 258west.com for details.

I really was blown away with the quality of the 258 West products when I saw them at Paul’s CECE last year, so if you are at C2E2 definitely check these cards out. Ohh, and when was the last time a non-sport manufacturer of any sort brought celebrities to a convention? Inkworks at SDCC? Thank you Marco!

And Marco, if you are talking requests . . . please go back and get some of your previous signers to sign regular sized trading cards. Kristen Bell would be my top choice. Hold a set of Vampire Diaries cards for me at C2E2 — seriously.

I’m really looking forward to C2E2 2011. . .

Jon