Chicago, IL (Radius, March 10th, 2023)

[craggy sundial]

fuck that shit for me

there'll be people who will be underdressed for even mid-30s Chicago weather and get sick from it, I got a lot of things to do at work and can't afford to be ill, lol

[heavy junco]

Same I've already been super sick once this year don't wanna do it again. And I'm running low on days I can take off

[silent gate]

I ended up upgrading to VIP 2

[heavy junco]

Someone bought the vip1 and the vip2 ticket I was looking at

[magic sage]

I deal with the same weather here in Michigan so I'm good

[fluid canopy]

Lol I doubt they’re gonna look at me

[scarlet lichen]

u'd be surprised

[fluid canopy]

If they do I will be I’m just gonna be in a hoodie and I don’t scream so I won’t stand out really

[magic sage]

if we end up near each other in the pit I'll scream enough for the both of us

[fluid canopy]

Wait

Stand by me and scream you can get their attention for me

[magic sage]

ugh I'm so excited I don't know how I'll be able to contain myself until Friday

[silent gate]

I can't believe it's so close already it doesn't feel real

[magic sage]

right? we're gonna have a blast I can't wait

[fluid canopy]

Who wants to do the group photo together? Let’s make a mini list thing for that ✨

[silent gate]

Definitely

[fluid canopy]

Should we do an emote reaction poll to see how many we got?

I guess… Let’s say, react with if you want to meet at the merch counter to go to the VVIP together lol?

(I know Tall and you are coming so there’s def 3 though)

[magic sage]

Me too!!!

[cerulean cloud]

will see 🙂

[fluid canopy]

It’ll be fun if at least a lot of us can do it together ~

[magic sage]

I believe from the other shows it's 12 per photo?

[fluid canopy]

Yeah about that!

[scarlet lichen]

-oop, i'm down with taking one after the m&g

[cerulean cloud]

how many vvip tickets available to be sold?

[magic sage]

I believe they're sold out

[craggy sundial]

yep, it's just VIP now

they were gone in like a day

[cerulean cloud]

i meant how many total were sold

my bad

[magic sage]

oh haha

I have no idea

[fluid canopy]

Yeah they all sold super fast!

[lofty raptor]

Has anyone been to a concert at the Radius before?
I paid for parking when I bought my ticket but I can't find any information on where the parking is

[cerulean cloud]

i knew they were all sold out cuz I got one right after it was released so I was wondering how many total photos were gonna be taken

:p

[craggy sundial]

check pins, I have info on that

[fallow pollen]

Fun facts, they actually discovered that keeping your nose warm is a good way to keep from getting sick. So wear a mask or scarf over your nose to help prevent the cold from lowering your immunity.

Also, do you think any from the deep south will be coming to Chicago? Because even as south as Kentucky (and I'm guessing Tennessee) we're no stranger to Chicago weather

[scarlet lichen]

i'm from TN, yes we have snow

when i think deep south i think Alabama or Louisiana

[tropic shuttle]

Is it snow or icy rain on Friday?

[fallow pollen]

Right, I figured Tennessee was basically under the same kind of weather we were

[scarlet lichen]

chicago maybe more extreme, but nothing like what i haven't been through

plus i'm not driving

out of state "natives" is ATL traffic on steroids with even rain weather

[fallow pollen]

If one gets more extreme than Kentucky, I am very sorry for them haha. Chicago probably is colder longer, but we're not a stranger to wind or cold here

Atlanta traffic gives me hives lmao

[scarlet lichen]

facts

going through it again

[fallow pollen]

Ohhh you mean people coming from Atlanta.

[scarlet lichen]

nah, TN gets it all

we're making extra capacity for everyone moving in 🤢

[fallow pollen]

Yeah, I am a tad worried about driving in Chicago bc I haven't before. But if I can manage Dallas and Atlanta, I think it'll be okay

[silent gate]

You got this

[fallow pollen]

I think Tennessee is about to see a big exodus fwiw, or flocking to the cities maybe.

[fallow pollen]

Thanks! I believeee

[scarlet lichen]

fwiw?

but TN is kicking every native Nashvillian out

so yeah, hf new "natives"

[fallow pollen]

"For what it's worth "

[scarlet lichen]

don't call us for snow help

[fallow pollen]

Ahh

Kentucky gets just enough snow, we know how to complain about it and move on

Just enough to be dangerous haha

[scarlet lichen]

rain, snow, yep, we complain exactly and move on

think this upcoming weather is scary to drive in, even though it's not gonna freeze over

not gonna take 9h tho to drive to and back

[fluid canopy]

So far five people have poked this if I include myself and there’s one more who hasn’t poked it so we have 6 👀 out of 12

[cerulean cloud]

If me and my friend do it itll be 8

[lofty raptor]

How bad is the snow going to be Friday? I drove through a snow storm last week and now I am without a engine splash guard because the ice ate it up and spit it out lol

[scarlet lichen]

too warm to stick

less than an inch

[fluid canopy]

[lofty raptor]

Oh thank goodness, if I had to cancel due to weather I'd be so sad

[scarlet lichen]

it's 30+ as the high last said i think

[craggy sundial]

eyyy slightly better

[fluid canopy]

They’re usually pretty good about keeping major highways weather proofed though thankfully

Who’s willing to trade tickets with me if you get Dami’s?

(Assuming my luck is no good and I don’t)

[magic sage]

I will! Likewise if you get SuA

[fluid canopy]

Oooh a SuA fan! I’m always happy when I see SuA fans since she’s a great dancer but I feel like people don’t give her as much attention. I’m dami locked but great choice

I shall keep your SuA in mind hahah. Also for the meet and greet photo shoot I’ll trade numbers with you to sit by dami if I get sua’s too

[fallow pollen]

SuA is my most consistent bias

[magic sage]

Yes please!

[fluid canopy]

Ah this is overwhelmingly exciting lol. Do any of you wanna meet up before we get in line too? For food or something? (Still really really wanna get Korean barbecue lol)

[magic sage]

SuA is my ult, I love all of them but she has me

[fallow pollen]

She's so chaotic and I love it 😭

[fluid canopy]

Seriously super happy to know lol. If they do a no dot dance and I hear screaming I’ll know it’s you

[fallow pollen]

Also as a dancer most of my life, I tend to gravitate towards dancers

[magic sage]

if she comes by my side of the stage I'll be shameless just letting you all know

[fallow pollen]

They're really good at shuffling stage sides

So you'll definitely get to see her

[lofty raptor]

I'm driving 6 hours to get there so I'll definitely be hungry before the show

[magic sage]

she didn't really last year

[silent gate]

Sua knows how to own the stage

[fallow pollen]

I was in Atlanta, and they definitely seemed to shuffle up a lot

[magic sage]

she stayed mostly on the right side last year :3

[fluid canopy]

Same for me to Dami

[fallow pollen]

Idk if Si was just always in the middle in Atlanta or that's just every time I saw her trying to bias wreck me

[lofty raptor]

No Dot is definitely the solo song I listen to the most

[fluid canopy]

I wonder what side dami will go to? She walks towards left a lot after song raps but she dances on the right side often for talk breaks

[silent gate]

No Dot/ Fly High as our concerts challenge

[fluid canopy]

I’d be happy with those

[fallow pollen]

No Dot is definitely my fav solo song. Dami's is a solid second tho

Also is the setlist not set for the tour or are there some change ups

[magic sage]

Dami's is lit

so far it's been the same

except for the section where last year they would have been doing the mini solos

[silent gate]

I love all their solos but i think I listen to winter the most

[magic sage]

I listen to SuA's and Dami's the most

[silent gate]

Both are bangers

[fallow pollen]

Dreamcatcher simply doesn't make bad songs 😌

[fallow pollen]

So I'm still so unsure of when I should show up and queue. Because barrier would be super cool. But camping in rain and/or snow sound far less fun lol

[fluid canopy]

Barrier would be nice but let’s line up after a hot lunch so we don’t freeze. By then lining up should be fine cuz check ins are at 3

[fallow pollen]

Yeah, and truth be told I'm not even sure what time I'll get to Chicago. Still a 6 hour drive for me.

But hot lunch definitely sounds preferable

[lofty raptor]

6 hour drive and I can't leave until noon because of work rip

[fallow pollen]

Noooo that's rough

[fluid canopy]

Eat something warm, get some hot tea to hold and then hop into the line. I have a few hand warmers people can take turns using!

I hate gloves so I’m not sure I wanna wear them..

Hence hand warmer!

[fallow pollen]

I'm low-key allergic to cold so gloves are life for me

[heavy junco]

Do you still have that vip2 ticket for sell

[cerulean cloud]

got my oil change my car ready to 🏎️

[fallow pollen]

I still have it yeah!

[heavy junco]

I need to wait till Wednesday night but I'll probably get it from you

[fallow pollen]

Yeah, I don't see it selling in just a day but if it does randomly go I'll let you know.

I'd definitely prefer to sell it off platforms so long as I trust the buyer anyway

[fluid canopy]

Ohhh do we have more people deciding to join us in Chicago now~?

[lofty raptor]

Ugh wish I had been there early enough to get in the vip sections

Should have set an alarm to get VVIP for meet and greet too alas

[fluid canopy]

Yeahhh and sadly those are to the name of the buyer only so they can’t be resold either. Unless you just happen to have the same name as someone else

[lofty raptor]

I would legally change my name for Dreamcatcher lol

[scarlet lichen]

there is no VVIP

[fluid canopy]

I think they mean the M&G, no?

[scarlet lichen]

VVIP sold out

[heavy junco]

They mean set an alarm for when it went on sale

[scarlet lichen]

ah

just do it day 1

[heavy junco]

That's what the alarm is for

[fluid canopy]

Yeah that’s what they said

So Korean barbecue yes?

Korean barbecue~?

[silent gate]

I might go ill probably know Thursday if I can or not

[arctic marsh]

They've arrived in Chicago

[molten saffron]

How do u know

[lofty raptor]

Yes I meant VVIP for the meet and greet and forgot to set an alarm

[heavy junco]

Probably instagram

Also kbbq depending on the proce

[molten saffron]

Why does cta have a station called California

[fluid canopy]

We heading out on Thursday morning and arriving around 5 ish

[molten saffron]

[fluid canopy]

Gonna scout out Chinatown and the venue

Also I almost wrote chinaland for some reason 💀

[heavy junco]

[fluid canopy]

Everyone keeps changing their names I don’t know who people are anymore

[heavy junco]

You know me right

[molten saffron]

No one ever knew me anyway

[silent gate]

I should be getting into Chicago around 7 and I'm gonna try to go to the kpop store in Chinatown and just explore in general

[silent gate]

It's ok we know now

[molten saffron]

Im one of the ones that brought the cardboard cutouts sua danced with in europe

[fluid canopy]

Oh! How’d you get that into the venue? Large items aren’t allowed in our venues lol

[lofty raptor]

Oh there's a kpop store?
What are some other fun Chicago things, I'm not leaving until Saturday afternoon

[heavy junco]

Folded it up maybe?

[stoic plinth]

Anyone know, if theyre still able to check people in after 5pm for vip?

[craggy sundial]

they check people in after the show who didn't get a chance to

at least that's how it worked last time

[stoic plinth]

Thanks, I hope they do. I can't make that 3pm-5pm check in time and I don't wanna lose my vvip benefit

[stoic plinth]

Lol if you get off there, there's a good breakfast spot called cozy corner. Great omelets and skillets.

And that's close to where DC came in 2019? The concord music hall. I prefer it over radius

[molten saffron]

I never had issues

[molten saffron]

[craggy sundial]

way too small now though, 1500 total cap

better neighborhood, sadly smaller venue. I wouldn't mind them at The Vic since that is all seated but the capacity, again, is too small

[stoic plinth]

Yeah, I live like 5 mins from there hah. The vic is nice. Even riviera is good too I think

[craggy sundial]

riviera would be fire

[stoic plinth]

Or portage theater, I don't like where radius is located and the venue itself, I didnt like

[craggy sundial]

aragon too large still for t hem

but that is complete chaos from a show standpoint

I'm not a big fan of the Radius but I didn't mind the venue. It's a converted warehouse and they've done ok with it. What I don't like is the parking situation. I have no idea where to park there in most places and not get towed

[stoic plinth]

Yeah parking sucks. The venue seemed too narrow and long for me. And this time I'm in g.a. I have a feeling I'm not gonna like it lol

[craggy sundial]

I think part of it is that I knew what to expect, I've been before

[heavy junco]

Wait it's a converted warehouse. Even with it snowing outside will it be real hot inside then

[stoic plinth]

Maybe lol, I remember I was cold in vip1 last July

[silent gate]

We won't escape the cold Friday

[heavy junco]

I remember the midway in sf was super hot inside despite it being like 60 outside

I almost died

[austere vine]

Just bought hand warmers for myself and extra to give out in line for anyone who wants!

[heavy junco]

Nice

[craggy sundial]

their climate control was fine for the summer, it was even cool

I imagine it'll be ok for winter

[lofty raptor]

Oh no I might be in the process of convincing myself to buy a secondhand VIP pit ticket

[heavy junco]

Ok I just have ptsd from warehouses

[lofty raptor]

My money

[silent gate]

I say go for it but just try not to overpay some of the second hand are super expensive

[lofty raptor]

That's for sure

[fallow pollen]

I finally committed to bias roles here. So ready to see if jiu can finish bias wrecking Friday

[stoic juniper]

if i didn’t have to turn an essay i would totally skip class friday i’m so nervous

[jaunty tulip]

hi guys, my sister won’t be able to come on friday so i’m selling a vip pit 1 ticket (just 1) <3 pm me w an offer if interested !

[craggy sundial]

@scarlet lichen

[arctic marsh]

@burnt shuttle ^^

[lone cipher]

If I had the cash I'd do it but then I'd have to get rid of a GA ticket and all

[slow kayak]

three days left

[heavy junco]

Price is probably above what I can afford

[lofty raptor]

So I'm in VIP 1 pit now
I now have a GA ticket to sell, and I'll sell it for face value if anyone's interested DM me

[fluid canopy]

Lol welcome to the group

[lofty raptor]

They probably won't let me bring my staff 😅

DCC has all my money, and I have none left oof

I also bought these over the course of several years lol

[heavy junco]

If I had one more week to get to pay day I could get vip1 but alas

I'll just heckle cheri and her crew from vip2

[vast fossil]

anyone know how filled the venue is so far?

[lofty raptor]

The tickets are sold out, so i assume full

[scarlet lichen]

vip1 evaded me

[silent gate]

So close but so far

[cerulean cloud]

[vast fossil]

nice, the pre-sale stats didn't look good but guess they were wrong

[cerulean cloud]

it really is sold out?

[silent gate]

Vip tickets are but there's some still for resale on the app

[cerulean cloud]

cool

kinda want to see the % sales now overall

just to see how it compared to the somewhat inaccurate one that was posted almost a month ago

[heavy junco]

There's a resale currently for 499

[scarlet lichen]

🤢

not a whale

[heavy junco]

Still less than what i paid for in atl

[lofty raptor]

Ok maybe it's not sold out? I went to axs and it seemed like it would let me buy a GA ticket

[vast fossil]

this was a little over a week ago

[lofty raptor]

Oh yeah I remember seeing that post on reddit

[heavy junco]

Seems low

[lofty raptor]

Reading especially

[cerulean cloud]

ppl used the Reading seating map to showcase doomsday

lol

[vast fossil]

reading was pretty accurate based on fill rate for new venue

[lofty raptor]

The photo from their Twitter didn't look too empty? Was it bad?

[cerulean cloud]

showing a seat map has more shock value

:p

[vast fossil]

Reading theater was like almost 90% full but it would have been 1/3 full in the arena

[craggy sundial]

That account can only estimate both the sales and the capacity for Chicago since it can't scrape the API due to it being AXS. I'm not worried.

Considering the last sales for the last tour from a more credible account were 2346, and this account with a week out shows 1800+ the difference is supposedly 500, which is potentially made up in 7 days. Even if not, it's fairly close to the last capacity so

Folks gotta stop worrying about sales til the tour is over and everything can be tallied IMO. Reading felt like an outlier based on a variety of factors.

[polar sparrow]

Did they send an email with more details about sign in for the meet and greet? I don't remember getting one, and my search isn't showing anything

[earnest merlin]

i dont think they do till day before? unsure though

[craggy sundial]

It's not til day before ish yeah

When someone gets it please post a screenshot here obviously without your personal info. I'm curious if they will do the check in inside or not

[earnest merlin]

i check my email everyday so if i get it and someone hasnt yet, i will post

[heavy junco]

You get it the day before

[heavy junco]

Read that as with personal info at first lol

[craggy sundial]

Heh it's been done before

[heavy junco]

Need name address cc info mothers maiden name and your first dog name

[craggy sundial]

Someone with their full info for an album resale purchase RIP

[heavy junco]

Oof

[scarlet lichen]

so i feel same boat as VVIP hunter here, flights just doubled, more reason to say sry i can't make it as much as I want to, recovering from keshi atm

[craggy sundial]

I thought you had booked your flight already. You hadn't?

[scarlet lichen]

nope

waited for it to go cheaper

went the opposite way ofc in a more middle finger way

[craggy sundial]

since we're a major hub it's always a risk, I would have definitely told you to just book and not wait

[scarlet lichen]

doubting the setlist and fanservice rules(taking up phones) change but think someone more fortunate deserves the spot if the ticket gets sold

hope u guys hf, unless an airline miracle happens

[fleet wigeon]

Not bad at all. I was at the Reading venue. The change was hectic for the majority of everyone due to us having to try and get printed tickets. TM mess us up by saying they will send PDF tickets. Some got the tickets, some didn’t. The box office was able to sort out TM’s mess. In the end, we all had fun and DC KILLED IT!!!

Some were able to figure out how to bypass the printing of tickets and transfer the tickets to a friend then get the tickets from them.

[craggy sundial]

Chicago thankfully is pretty smooth venue staying the same aside. The line control and such is a bit confusing but of you use the AXS app they just scan your ticket and you're good

It's two days out and Radius Chicago Twitter still hasn't answered my check-in questions from two weeks ago. Pretty unusual since they have been punctual

[heavy junco]

Could try catching a bus like I am

What in the sam hell

[scarlet lichen]

tf

for G A?!?!

what in the scalping f---

[quiet geode]

ill join your screaming

[craggy sundial]

lol that makes no sense since you can still get GA1 tickets as of right now. They were showing sold out occasionally so this may have been put up before some released due to cancellations, refunds, etc.

[heavy junco]

I mean there's one for only 50$ on there as well so I'm just qw confused

[quiet geode]

👀 ive never had kbbq

[craggy sundial]

just people looking to scam folks that aren't careful

[scarlet lichen]

an exp

[lofty raptor]

Is there a good kbbq place near the Radius?

[craggy sundial]

Daebak

there are others like Ahjoomah's but I haven't been. And it's been a while since I've even been to Daebak

Both Daebak and Ahjoomah's open at 11am normally

[fluid canopy]

Try a train. There’s a train station right by the venue

[scarlet lichen]

there are no train stations from TN to Illinois

[craggy sundial]

that train is also, I believe, local and not regional.

[fluid canopy]

It reaches up to my state though 💀 it was involved with the route I’d have taken if I didn’t have a ride

[fallow pollen]

Oh I was wrong, my ticket sold 😅

[craggy sundial]

Is it Amtrak? If not it may not go to TN

[fluid canopy]

Oof it’s too bad it doesn’t reach TN though. Bus would be the only option then but they’d have to leave asap to get there in time. Buses aren’t too bad though I used to use them for traveling quite a lot

[fluid canopy]

Wanna try it? 😁

[cerulean cloud]

Thank god I have the closing shift today. So I can just work sleep then head out the next morning

[fluid canopy]

I hope someone gives away banners at the concert lol. I want a banner but I don’t wanna buy one

[craggy sundial]

I've never heard of someone charging for them when they had 'em. There was someone who gave some away for 4 Memory last time and those were free

[fallow pollen]

The paper banners for Reason?

[fluid canopy]

Yeah like the ones being held up by members on stage lol

[fallow pollen]

Oh yeah, they were free in Atlanta. If for whatever reason they don't have them at this show I can bring you my partners. He's not coming this time and he's not one for keepsakes

[fluid canopy]

Wow wait you’re going to more then one? And he isn’t joining?? If I could afford to go to more then one concert I’d literally go to them all! I can’t imagine not lol. But yeah sure, I’d appreciate that!

[fallow pollen]

Yeah, I wish I could go to all of them haha. Two is kinda my moral max though unless tickets are easy to come by. I want to see them all but it's import every fan gets shot to me

But yeah, my partner had field work in NY this week so a bit farther from Chicago than me haha

Also money.. money is the other big limiting factor haha

[fluid canopy]

I wish they’d had a concert here in my hometown too lol. I really would go to two if that had happened but alas

[fallow pollen]

They came to Louisville last year when I had to be away for work 😭

I'm also between jobs rn, so I have the ability to drive all day without worry other than money

[cerulean cloud]

well money is kinda a major one

:p

[fluid canopy]

Make sure you guys do laundry and pack everything you need before the concert! Food, accessories, warm clothing things, chargers, toiletry items etc. you don’t wanna spend more after going there then you have to.

[fallow pollen]

Truth! I won't be staying at a hotel, so mostly what I need will be on my back haha

[silent gate]

I can't believe I leave tomorrow already lol

[cerulean cloud]

yeah

probably gonna take some melatonin

so i don't have excited thoughts and unable to sleep

but melatonin makes me feel like shit the next morning

even at a low dose

[silent gate]

Yeah I'm the same exact way, it carries onto the next day for me

[lofty raptor]

If I was rich I would be really annoying and go to every concert

[fluid canopy]

Honestly same

[torpid tendon]

i’m so excited yet nervous

[fluid canopy]

Sammmme!!

[silent gate]

Me too lol

[fluid canopy]

We can be nervous wrecks together

[tulip heron]

I'm more anxious about finding a parking spot than anything

[fluid canopy]

you didnt buy a pass??

thats gonna be painful then 💀

[tulip heron]

I spose I could buy a pass if they're still available

[craggy sundial]

They probably are but remember the lot doesn't open til 5pm. So you have to find parking regardless

[tulip heron]

True

[craggy sundial]

I pinned an image from someone from last year's tour that shows potential spots

[cerulean cloud]

Oh I didn’t notice this

[cerulean cloud]

Yeah if it affects me this bad imagine if I took ambien lol

[quiet geode]

is it expensive though

[cerulean cloud]

Kbbq typically like $30 per person for all you can eat

Ofc varies on the place and meats they offer

[quiet geode]

agh AYCE is not for me. its a waste. my appetite is small even when im starving 🥲

[cerulean cloud]

Lol

Then all a carte prob cheaper option

[errant prairie]

Me too! Friday is gonna be stressful cause ill be at school all day then have to hurry home and get ready lmaoo

[quiet geode]

last time i went to ayce for sushi and had to force myself to eat so that it was worth going (we couldnt take home 😭)

i hate it tho cause appetite is small but i eat so many damn snacks during the day bc i get hungry 😭

guys im so nervous and very unprepared 😅 we GOT THIS

[errant prairie]

AAAA

it will be so fun and awesome

im really excited for my outfit! Ill be wearing an outfit inspired by BEcause era (the red dresses with the long collars)

[tulip heron]

Parking pass aquired

[scarlet lichen]

speaking of, i only found delta to be $23 cheaper, either 9 hour drive or this lel

bout to give up at this point looking

[cerulean cloud]

[silent gate]

[fluid canopy]

Not if you just get a couple dishes and split the cost!

When my friends go we only get like 2-3 dishes and split them with everyone cuz we don’t eat a lot lol

[fallow pollen]

So if the parking doesn't even open to five is there even a point to lining up sooner 😩

[silent gate]

We could always try to save your spot while you park if you needed

[scarlet lichen]

to get a frontmost spot in ur section yes

[scarlet lichen]

make it 4 and i feels this

[fallow pollen]

Ahh, I always feel bad doing that but maybe I'll have to if I wanna use that parking

[woven saffron]

It’s a different group lightstick

[craggy sundial]

this is what I did last time

can't help leaving the line because of something out of your control via the venue so most people will be cool with it especially if you let em know beforehand

the problem is by the time 5pm rolls around they will be putting people into that big blob in front of the door, so you'll have to work your way back through that crowd to your group again

I'm probably gonna ask folks here to just save me my spot/a spot and wave to me as I work my way back to the line

[silent gate]

We got you

[woven saffron]

Will there be march store

[craggy sundial]

yes

though I don't think there will be early access

[fallow pollen]

You all so nice

[craggy sundial]

given the placement of the store last time, it would basically put you near the stage annd they would likely be sound checking there

so unless they move it entirely to the back I think it'll open when doors open

[lone cipher]

Any suggestions on hotels near chicagos Southside?

I think I'm gonna take y'alls advice and come up tomorrow and then I go home easier after concert

[silent gate]

Jaslin is where im staying it's like a 5ish minute walk to the venue, I'm not sure if there are rooms available but it's worth a shot to check

[lone cipher]

Whats the hotels name? Jaslin?

[silent gate]

Yeah Jaslin Hotel

[lone cipher]

Yeesh 150 bucks?

But that IS close and then I dont need parking...

[lofty raptor]

You can try a hostel
You'll share a room with bunks with other people but they're less money

[lone cipher]

If I can find a parking garage after going to a hotel I only need one night.

Then I can go home Friday

And I plan on meeting some of you cool dudes as well so I can fill in the time.

Thanks @silent gate

[silent gate]

Ofc

[lone cipher]

I hope to meet you all! Does anyone know if backpacks are allowed at the venue or if I have to check it in with the coat check? Is there a coat check? What should I expect

[earnest merlin]

i think no backpacks or bags bigger than 16" x 16" by 8"

[craggy sundial]

Pins

The advantage of having someone on the DCcord team for this spot is all the onsite info I already have and can compile so definitely check the pins

[lone cipher]

Mines probably too big then so I'd have to leave it in my car id presume

[fluid canopy]

Ohhh there’s a Bonchon’s in Chicago only 15 minute walk from the venue, that chain tends to have great and decently cheap food, let’s go there!

[charred rock]

kbbq do sound scrumptious

[fluid canopy]

A couple of us gonna go tomorrow evening to get some if you wanna come

The more the better since it’s cheaper lol.

[lone cipher]

The backpack in question

[fluid canopy]

Measure it!

If you don’t have a ruler you can find an online one on phone browser I do that sometimes

[charred rock]

yea true lol

[fluid canopy]

I’ll restate this again by the way I’ll trade my signed to ticket for Dami’s signed ticket if anyone happens to get it~. I’ll love you forever lmaooo

Assuming I don’t get it still lol

[young dove]

getting excited!!!
Driving down tomorrow morning to pickup my brother from the airport. Than probably chillin' till we line up Friday night. We're staying at the Jaslin both nights.

[lone cipher]

Hey there's like 4 of us lol not counting your brother

Speaking of im assuming the hotel doesn't take the money til I check in

[silent gate]

Yeah I think so, i ordered mine a month ago and the money still hasn't come out

[quiet geode]

But are there good ones in Chicago?

just curious. i already have a place

[lofty raptor]

No idea, never been to Chicago before, I just read reviews before I booked mine 😅

[lone cipher]

I wont be concerned. But I will ask for help finding a good all day parking since I only have the one night and don't know Chicago

[craggy sundial]

it's looking like my plan is to peek at the venue line at 9 or 10am and see if I can grab a bite to eat before hitting the waiting game. Got a quick errand to run that makes meeting and getting in the line later a little hard. It's looking slightly better at 35 and down to snow showers.

but I have a feeling it will still suck to be there ultra-early

[jaunty tulip]

yeah i’m thinking of getting there near a lil past noon, get inline to check in, get food, then go back in line for door

[lone cipher]

People don't eat for hours?

[craggy sundial]

I tend to get up early, workout, have a big breakfast. With the right food near noon I'll be good til the show is over

but yeah the people who are going to be a little crazy and get in line at like 6am or earlier in the morning? Who knows what they'll do

frankly as I've said many times I don't trust that neighborhood before sunrise, but it's peoples' choice

[lone cipher]

I plan on having some snacks in line but only in line before the doors open

Or perhaps not

[craggy sundial]

since you can't bring food or drink in the venue you can toss the leftover stuff into the garbage cans they provide

I would recommmend against ordering drinks or food in the venue, it's pretty overpriced

[lone cipher]

Ah they don't eject on sight as long as im ok with tossing my extra food?

I'm mostly concerned about hydration

[craggy sundial]

I gave the entire line water last summer

it'll be fine

[lone cipher]

Food i can deal without and will have back up in my car before I leave for Indiana

[craggy sundial]

they frisk you before they put you in t he big blob of people before doors

[lone cipher]

Being as massive as I am I require a lot more than mkst.

[craggy sundial]

and at that time you can toss out the food and water leftovers

[lone cipher]

Ah ok I appreciate your being here

[craggy sundial]

it's certainly possible things have changed since July but since I can't get confirmation from the Radius that's how I thinnk it's working unless otherwise indicated. It'd be awesome if they just blocked off the main stage and just lined people up inside but I doubt that is hhappening

[lone cipher]

Would be nice to not stand in the cold. For once im wearing pants and not shorts

[heavy junco]

Typically if your in line and leave to get food people will hold your spot but depends

[empty maple]

This is probably my favorite emote

[lone cipher]

Phoenix is a flying type so he can easily get back in line

[fluid canopy]

I’m so excited too! I already finished my packing and stuff

[tropic shuttle]

Y'all think this will fly thru security 😂💀

[scarlet lichen]

nah, gotta censor the dc labels, too vulgar

u're fine as long as the LS is under 3 ft

[tropic shuttle]

ya ik, I'll have to take the extensions off. I just thought it was funny I added a strap

[scarlet lichen]

whip out the DC strap, literally lel

[lone cipher]

"The collar."

[fluid canopy]

The jacket yes the 20 foot pole no

[sick fiber]

Is there a group getting food the night before and / or anyone staying through the weekend want to do anything Saturday?

[fluid canopy]

night before yup 😄

me, urza, anyone else who might wanna get kbbq or boba together

wanna joi us?

[dull fox]

I’m flying in Friday morning. Are there any planned meet ups before the concert or is everyone just planning on lining up?

[lofty raptor]

I've taken a full sized non-collapsible lightsaber through security and stashed it in the overhead bin so it's probably fine

[sick fiber]

Yes please I'm taking the train in. Get in around 5pm, check-in at Jaslin, then good the rest of the night

It will be me and my friend who i turned into a DC fan.

[glossy trellis]

We love new insomnias :P

Where is everyone staying if I don't mind asking?

[lone cipher]

Seems most of us are at Jaslin

Phoenix has a nest somewhere above the clouds

[silent gate]

Jaslin also

[glossy trellis]

Me and my friend were going to stay there originally, but since my mom is coming, she wants to stay at a hotel where she can use her loyalty points

[lofty raptor]

Chicago Getaway Hostel for me

Not getting in till 6pm Friday, but I'm gonna stay in Chicago most of the day Saturday
Make a little trip out of it

[woven saffron]

Is there parking good at the venue

Ima buy a lightstick there because I’m not bringing a different group lightsitck

[glossy trellis]

Have you guys been keeping up with the weather? Seems not good

[woven saffron]

It’s just cloud

It’s going to snow

[glossy trellis]

We gotta stay warm!

[woven saffron]

Fr

Ima wear a winter jacket

[glossy trellis]

I might have to bring mine, it doesn't look good with my outfit tho ;-;

[woven saffron]

I can bring mine I’ma just wear a sweater and pants

[glossy trellis]

The comfy route, I like it

I'm only dressing up to take pics with my friend beforehand

[woven saffron]

I can’t find my light up candy corn headband

[glossy trellis]

Are you guys wearing masks to this venue?

[lofty raptor]

I'm planning on wearing a mask, lotta people very close

[fluid canopy]

we can all meet in the Jaslin then, thats where urza and i gonna be

sound good? if anyone wants to join just smack a reaction to this or tag me lol

or both

[heavy junco]

Lotta people at jaslin. I didn't wanna pay that much so I'm at Chinatown hotel

[heavy junco]

Smack you?

[magic sage]

I'll be coming in through O'hare the morning of, the get together sounds fun though

[fluid canopy]

no the post

[fluid canopy]

meet us at Jaslin after like 4-5 then !!

[magic sage]

I'll be arriving Friday morning haha

[heavy junco]

That's a long walk for me

Wait actually hold on

Jaslin actually close I was thinking it was somewhere else.

The walk from the station gonna suck though

[glossy trellis]

When is your group planning on heading to the venue?

[fluid canopy]

On Friday? Probably around lunch time so that we get a couple hours in line before the check ins begin without freezing in the snowfall that’s coming. Stupid snow ruining the original plan to sit there all morning lol

[austere vine]

That sounds awesome

The headband not the fact that you can't find it

[charred rock]

Wew that workout gonna be heavenly I’m with you

[woven saffron]

Chuu gave it to me

[austere vine]

No way 😭😭

That's awesome! Hopefully you find it soon then 🥲

[woven saffron]

chuu has a different life to me when she’s not vlogging

/j she is still the same

[austere vine]

😂😂

[scarlet lichen]

u're friends with Chuu? or there someone nicknamed that

[woven saffron]

I’m friends with chuu

[scarlet lichen]

what...nice

https://tenor.com/view/chuu-loona-gif-26204515

[craggy sundial]

Looks like it'll just be snow showers but lol that's as of earlier today and can easily change

You probably have a fine plan. If my errand is shuffled around there's a chance I can meet up but we will see. Otherwise I'm sure there'll be line time.

[austere zenith]

what time is everyone planning on lining up?

[craggy sundial]

It's a wide spectrum from mid to late morning and early afternoon

But to anyone reading this who thinks they're crazy enough to try to be there overnight I got some bad news for you.

Don't do it. You'll be miserable :p

Even if the snow doesn't play out the cold sucks for people not used to it. This forecast might be relevant for people traveling in tomorrow late though

[austere zenith]

midwestern cold does not play

[balmy ember]

Is there an ideal time to line up for the concert? I'm driving to Chicago the day of the concert early in the morning.

[heavy junco]

Depends on how close to the front of your section you want to be

[balmy ember]

I have vip 3 tickets is 1-2 a decent time to get good sections?

[balmy ember]

Btw is anyone else staying at Jaslin Hotel? I'm going solo for this concert and want meet some other insomnias.

[heavy junco]

A lot of people are and phoe would know more about the venue and lining up

[craggy sundial]

you'll have to be there around that time anyway since if you bought VIP/VVIP the check-in will likely be at 3

the further back you are, the later you can probably choose to line up, honestly

[cerulean cloud]

Ready to go friendsss

[fallow pollen]

Ahhh it's getting close to timeee

[scarlet lichen]

hf, i'm just here for the fit and antics

[woven saffron]

When school ends

[heavy junco]

I'm on the bus apparently we gotta stop at Louisville then Indianapolis before we get to chicago

[fluid canopy]

I shared my location with my best friend and parents through my phone, and that was the last thing I needed to do so I’m all ready to go

[craggy sundial]

this is likely the almost-final weather report. In short I think Friday morning will be the tailend of the supposed mini-winter storm/advisory coming Thursday night

probably mid-to-high 30s with light snow and a bit of wind. Not great to wait for an inordinately large amount of time in, so I think it's late morning for me

snow showers aren't too bad and will likely not stick but it's more the wind, which will be occasionally blowing through an empty lot and street with almost no protection from it lol

[fluid canopy]

Hey it got better then before that makes me happy lol

[craggy sundial]

it'll all depend on the snow front coming through tonight

if it lingers it'll get worse again

[fallow pollen]

Wait people are already lining up?

[lofty raptor]

I hope not, they'll get frostbite in the snow

[fallow pollen]

That doesn't stop some of the delusional and hardcore fans

Is that not what the picture is of?

[craggy sundial]

lol that's from summer

[fallow pollen]

Ohhh okay

I was like damnn

[craggy sundial]

sorry I thought the summer clothes would have given it away

[fallow pollen]

People wear shorts in the snow here 😐

[craggy sundial]

I dunno if frostbite is an issue moreso just getting sick, and thus having the potential of getting the group sick :p

[fallow pollen]

I mean they'll also be miserable

[craggy sundial]

30's is usually tolerable if you are dressed right, it's just not comfortable or great

[fallow pollen]

But yeah I don't think it'll get cold enough for true frostbite to set in

[craggy sundial]

and I'm not crazy enough to wait in that industrial neighborhood overnight

[fallow pollen]

Does the venue care if people camp?

[craggy sundial]

they recommend you don't line up before 2 hours before doors open but usually don't care eif people are out there

pretty much like any venue

given the forecast if people are out there the night before or even early in the morning (like 1am - 6amish) I think they're a little nuts

that snow front that is coming through could be less bad than they are saying or worse

I also don't know if they have night security who will boot people from loitering, legitimate ticket holders or not

it's just not a good idea IMO even setting aside the potential safety issues

[fallow pollen]

There are venues in Europe very much care haha. But they usually let it go since it's "public property". I figured they wouldn't care here though

[lofty raptor]

I talked to some people at the Louisville concert last year, and they had camped overnight to be front in line
That was during the summer though

[craggy sundial]

it's also another city and venue so YMMV

last year people were outside at 6:30a

at the earliest

I was probably in the line closer to noon or just after it and it wasn't that bad

because sales are probably close to around last time I don't know that there is huge pressure to line up early unless you are VIP 1 and 2 and want to be right in front and center

and there are fewer ticket holders with those tiers so the likelihood of the line getting big early is a bit low I'd say. Who knows how it'll go though

[fallow pollen]

I mean I'd like barrier but I don't necessarily need the center

[craggy sundial]

other people can have that

I'm basically going to the side

[fallow pollen]

Yeah, that's my plan too. Feels less likely to be squished

[craggy sundial]

unless there is a concerted effort from folks here to do better that's my plan

where I was last year allowed me to enter annd exit pit 1 without issue

and still get decent pictures and video

[fallow pollen]

Oh nice

[stoic juniper]

contemplating whether or not i should miss class to lineup early or not but its an 8 am so i guess it wont hurt if i go

[fallow pollen]

Yeah truly the only reason I care to be barrier at all is because I'm tired of watching performances with a dozen phones blocking me

[fluid canopy]

I’d like barrier but I won’t freeze to death over it lol

[fallow pollen]

That's a solid point too haha

[craggy sundial]

pretty much

[stoic juniper]

honestly i dont want to deal with a runny nose

[craggy sundial]

mid to high 30s is not bad but anyone out there for more than 4 or 5 hours like even we intend to do is gonna feel a bit chilled

[fluid canopy]

Being able to meet them after with plenty of rest so I make a good impression and memory > sleep deprivation and looking rugged from being out all day freezing and too tired to enjoy

[fallow pollen]

Yeah, making yourself miserable before a concert isn't the way to go

Especially a standing one

[craggy sundial]

when they put people in that big blob in front of the doors we can do some communication and ensure decent places

I basically have to be dependent on you all anyway since I have to exit and re-enter the line lol

due to parking

[fluid canopy]

I’m only hoping for spot 1 in the meet and greet photo shoot lol

Because dami spot

[fallow pollen]

If you have parking somewhere else to start with, is there a big incentive to move it

[jaunty thorn]

do we have any idea what the status on remaining tickets is? i have a friend whos trying to make it work but is concerned about finances

i would love to be there earlier in the day but i have work in the burbs

[craggy sundial]

it's just GA available now

unless you want to hit the resale market on the AXS site and there have been some pretty overpriced tickets.

[jaunty thorn]

yeah we're doign GA because of money, what matters is getting to see them!

i saw the setlist and was like ok well i have to make this work, 4/5 my favorite old songs to start haha

[craggy sundial]

they are amazing live no matter where you get to see them from, so worth it.

[jaunty thorn]

fr!!! i saw them in july and had a blast

this time I hope to buy the light stick and meet other somnias :) super pumped

[fluid canopy]

I said I didn’t want to buy a lightstick, watch that become one of the mandatory items that I do buy

[jaunty thorn]

it's cheaper here than having it shipped from Korea, so that's gonna be my main purchase

maybe a magnet

[fluid canopy]

I was like “I need a hoodie (lol spellcheck) a shirt a jersey a magnet, every sticker or pin available and a hat” but now I’m like “hoodie, jersey, lightstick”

Why would I need a lanyard when M&G is giving me one after all!

[sick fiber]

See y'all tonight!

[cerulean cloud]

Im a dumbass probably

Shoulda checked the weather on the route I was going

[silent gate]

Is it rough?

I'm waiting outside for my bus rn then I'm on the road

[cerulean cloud]

Yeah

But I’m out of it now

[lofty raptor]

I have two lightsticks of someone wanted to like rent out my spare one lolol

I was thinking about bringing chocolate chip cookies or something to hand out if anyone's interested?

I've got a lot of chocolate chips in my cupboards at the moment lol

WAIT GUYS IM DUMB

Illinois is in a different time zone than Ohio

I'm gonna get there at like 5 local time lol

[torpid tendon]

🧐

chicago Please

[fallow pollen]

Ohhh hype I can get an extra hour of sleep lol

[craggy sundial]

lol

I think it's 0 because it's not gonna stick

but it's still gonna snow

[stoic juniper]

if the weathers anything like it is rn i think it’ll be fine

this weather is manageable

[tulip heron]

I'm slated to get anywhere from 3-9" of snow tonight 😆

[craggy sundial]

it all depends on tonight at this point I think

right now it's close to 40ish

I also just realized

because Reading moved to an all seated venue we are the first stop on the tour with any incentive to line up early at all

gonna be fun

[heavy junco]

Just got to Indianapolis about to head to Chicago once they let us back on the bus

[torpid tendon]

travel safely

[heavy junco]

My back and knees are killing me been on a bus for 6 hrs already

[fluid canopy]

Been on the road for two hours already chatting about dc and Korean language, Tall is a good carpooler lol

[fading pivot]

I have a favor to ask of someone going to Chicago show. Would someone be willing to grab an extra banner (if there is one) and send it to me? (will pay for postage and any packaging needed)

[lofty raptor]

Anyone know where this is?

The photos Handong posted look really cool, I'd love to see the view from wherever this is if possible

I'm planning my Saturday lol
I'm gonna see the Bean and I'm thinking about the aquarium

I went to an aquarium on the way back from the Louisville concert last year too lol

[scarlet lichen]

sears tower?

only sky scraper i can think of

phoenix might know too

[lofty raptor]

I will add it to my list

[jaunty tulip]

yeah it's sears tower!

sent from axs to my email!

[placid dock]

Hey guys! Do we know if non-clear bags are allowed? I saw online that it just says no bags larger than 16x16x8 but nothing about clear vs. non-clear.

Also has anyone asked about point and shoot cameras and gotten a reply? I emailed the other day but haven't gotten anything back.

[jaunty tulip]

last concert i was able to bring a non-clear bag so i assume its the same this case
and i know that at the other venues so far, point and shoot cameras are not allowed, if anything try calling radius

[placid dock]

Awesome, thanks! Yeah I got to use my point and shoot for 2ish songs in Reading, but I know some people were able to use them the whole show right in front of security in NYC so it seems either venue based or just inconsistent. Will give them a call if I don't get an email back soon.

[fluid canopy]

Looks like I’m arriving alittle closer to 5:30 tonight cuz of traffic since we left later then expected but dinner plan still cool?

Unless traffic clears up

[craggy sundial]

There was a press pit for NYC which is why they were allowed

[craggy sundial]

This is the Hancock building/875 N. Michigan not Willis/Sears

You can tell because that's Lake Shore Drive below Handong and Willis/Sears is a little further West and South

[digital leaf]

i'd recommend checking out https://www.signatureroom.com/lounge/

[craggy sundial]

This is my personal opinion but you're really paying for the view and not the food there

which I've found of questionable quality

ick I forgot they renamed this building 875 North Michigan

[digital leaf]

agreed, but it's better than paying the same amount just for the view 🤣

[craggy sundial]

true. Still, reservations with a proper view are at a premium

[digital leaf]

i'd actually recommend the view from the bathroom for both the restaurant and lounge, especially if you're a female. they've got a great view

[digital leaf]

i don't think you can make a reservation at the lounge but the wait for a window table might be a little longer

i'd advise against the restaurant, overpriced if all you want is the view

[craggy sundial]

yeah I think you're right

forecast might affect view too but not significantly

I'm just glad Handong and Gahyeon got to run the downtown Chicago sights, heh

@torpid tendon lel at the forecast changing again

seems consistent that it shouldn't stick to the ground though

[stoic plinth]

Yeah don't skip class

[torpid tendon]

bruh LMAOOO

midwest things

[craggy sundial]

I mean it's technically accurate that there will be 0 precip on the ground, the problem is that doesn't count what will be leftover from the previous night rofl

I would have really liked 47 and sunny

ah well

[woven saffron]

On the tower

Because lake shore drive is in the picture

[craggy sundial]

I really feel like it's Hancock/875 N. Michigan and not the Willis Tower .

yeah, now I'm almost positive

https://360chicago.com/activities/360-sky-yoga

same window type same view

[stoic plinth]

Yeah that pic is in the hancock

[craggy sundial]

I really had to double check as a native because it's been a while since I've been to either lol

certainly not since the pandemic

the willis is like further west which is the key bit of info

[stoic plinth]

I haven't been in a long time either

[craggy sundial]

and I definitely think Handong would have taken the opportunity to take a picture from t he ledge

if it was Willis, lol

[stoic plinth]

Of course hah

[craggy sundial]

time to photoshop out this random woman and put Handong in there instead

[cerulean cloud]

I hate illinois gas prices

[craggy sundial]

I drive a hybrid for a reason.

gas only once per month and a half

[charred rock]

Yea

[heavy junco]

Guy next to me on the bus keeps elbowing me

[heavy junco]

Just seen a line of like 10 cops down the highway

Also what kind of name is guaranteed rate stadium

[balmy ember]

How much is it I'm driving from MN to Chicago around 3-4am tonight

[scarlet lichen]

a stadium that is unreasonable ofc

random rates in reality

[heavy junco]

I've barely started walking and my shins hate.me already

[fluid canopy]

Where are you walking from? How far?

[heavy junco]

Bus station to hotel its about 2 miles

Also I think it's starting to lightly flurry

[fluid canopy]

Yeahhhh that’s why I have an umbrella

[heavy junco]

Mhmm

[fluid canopy]

Bonchon is only 2 mile walk according to friend from Jaslin so once we meet up at 5:30 we can head there

(Just keeping group up to date )

[craggy sundial]

gonna be a long 2 miless in this weather, heh

[sick fiber]

2 miles? Or 2 minutes?

[fluid canopy]

I MEANT MINUTES but spellcheck exists

I could probably walk 2 miles easily but I’d be cold

Phoenix will you be joining us?

[sick fiber]

My friend I will probably be in around 6-630ish. Depends on train arrival and Uber to hotel

[silent gate]

I still have 2 hours till I make it to the station then I have another 40 minute walk

[fluid canopy]

Should we wait for 6 to go? Did you pre order your Uber?

Oh ow

Well we will probably go again tomorrow too lol

Are there any boba tea places nearby Jaslin?

[stoic plinth]

like 3.80 for regular in the city

[stoic plinth]

forever will be comiskey park for me 🙂

[heavy junco]

You scared me thought I was gonna have to walk another 2 miles @fluid canopy

[sick fiber]

It looks like the entire area surrounding Jaslin is restaurants and there are a few boba places.

[stoic plinth]

alot in that chinatown square plaza

[heavy junco]

Hey that's probably the station I just left

[silent gate]

We just drove into the weather

This walk isn't gonna fun

[cerulean cloud]

Its like

3.60 average

[craggy sundial]

Sadly no. I have preparations and some stuff to do tonight

[fluid canopy]

Let’s say 6-6:30 so that we can try to get as many people as possible for the group, I hope you can make it!

[fluid canopy]

Aww that’s okay, there’s always tomorrow

[lofty raptor]

Oof so I should fill up on gas before I get to the area then probably

[heavy junco]

Found everyone's hotel

[silent gate]

You made it lol

[heavy junco]

Not yet

I'm staying at a crappier one down the street

[lone cipher]

I just got here am I screwed?

[silent gate]

Wdym?

[lone cipher]

I saw something about people arriving overnight having a bad time

I am not reading all that lol

Also im still at half a tank from near full so I should be all right to leave whenever I do. Im still considering taking Friday night. Between work and the 3 hour drive I feel like I've been beaten with a stick

[lofty raptor]

Oh we mentioned that anyone trying to camp overnight outside the venue would have a bad time because of the snow

[silent gate]

I think you'll be ok just make sure to be careful

[cerulean cloud]

ChicAgo drivers dont fk around

[fluid canopy]

This traffic is pain

So close yet so far

[silent gate]

It really is

[fluid canopy]

When one hour is 24 miles from hotel

[lone cipher]

I was told 15 min. Whoever is driving will wanna use the public parking after they check in. There's no parking around the building itself and its about a 2 or 3 block walk so divest accordingly

I'm gonna sound like a dumbass but I have my PCs and phone charger how safe is it to leave this stuff here over the next day if I do extend my hotel nights

I always hear stories about people stealing shit but had no clue if that was just like, idk, motels and not hotels

[heavy junco]

Nice view

[lone cipher]

I got an end room somehow

[silent gate]

Omg

[lone cipher]

Small town boy meets big city is exactly as I expected

Glad I packed my sleeping earplugs

[fluid canopy]

At least you know where to escape

[tulip heron]

noise shouldn't be too bad

[fluid canopy]

Room is safer then car

[heavy junco]

It's all blocked off though I'd be trapped

[lone cipher]

Yeah and like the OCD guy I am I clicked my lock button about 50 times

Big cities give me the nerves of explosions

[tulip heron]

as long as its out of sight, you should be fine

[heavy junco]

My nephew has a bigger TV lol

[cerulean cloud]

Apparently this hotel dropped the free lot because too many breakins

Lol

[cerulean cloud]

Yeah

Damn this room fancy

[fluid canopy]

Wel I guess it is right next to Chinatown

[cerulean cloud]

But I booked thinking I was getting free parking

[silent gate]

One more hour

[cerulean cloud]

55 mph on the dan ryan is definitely a suggestion

I was already going 70 but ppl be zooming

[lofty raptor]

Put everything in your car in the trunk, less visual temptation for thieves

And put it in your trunk ahead of time so no one nearby your parking location sees you putting things in the trunk

[cerulean cloud]

Lol

I’ll try to be diligent

[wintry meadow]

[lone cipher]

Gonna be hard when the lot is 2.5 blocks away

I actually have nothing in my car thats valuable and my charger is hidden. And if they won't touch my stuff in my room I guess that makes it easier if I stay a second night.

Otherwise it gets the trunk treatment lol

[silent gate]

The traffic and weather is delaying the arrival an extra half hour

[lone cipher]

Still driving in?

[silent gate]

Bus

[lone cipher]

I felt the extra oof thefe

There

[stoic plinth]

Traffic is nasty. Snowplow ready on the side of the road with salt

[sick fiber]

Imagine having to deal with traffic instead of the comfort relaxing on a train

[silent gate]

I feel nothing but jealousy

[lone cipher]

I almost felt bad leaving early but the person I called yesterday said check in was at 4 and I got here exactly at 4

So I didnt have to wait in the lobby lol

[cerulean cloud]

i'm here though so time for a short nap

[fluid canopy]

Holding this pain…

[scarlet lichen]

nice hiding spot if not a runaway escape route

[scarlet lichen]

me: can't steal what u r looking for if ur car is messy

what are they gonna do, CLEAN IT UP?

[craggy sundial]

Snow estimated to start between 7 and 9

[silent gate]

If its what I just drove through it is bad

Like super rough

[stoic plinth]

I hate winter lol but I don't think I'll ever leave Chicago

[fluid canopy]

Lol good thing we changed the food meeting to 6 because traffic is sooooooo bad

[lone cipher]

Long as I keep all my shit zipped up no one should disturb it

Now if I leave things out then I really am a dumbass

It sounds like a shorts night

[craggy sundial]

Rain just started up where I am, good luck

[lone cipher]

I see it too, the window screen is soaked

[heavy junco]

Got a noti to expect rain at 7

[lone cipher]

Expect it now dude

Unless your hotel is way way off from the Jaslin

[fluid canopy]

Five miles from Jaslin is rain so I’m pretty sure rain is everywhere here

[silent gate]

So close yet so far

[heavy junco]

Ii haven't ate since 5 am

[lone cipher]

Dinner plans?

[craggy sundial]

It's gonna be rain turning into snow basically. Thanks Chicago

[lone cipher]

I parked under an overpass in public should I be concerned?

[cerulean cloud]

L>someone to eat with :p

[lone cipher]

Is there gonna be like bad huge ice crashing down and destroying my car

[stoic plinth]

Lol nah

[sick fiber]

If it makes you feel better we're stuck behind a local commuter train and we're gonna get in an hour late

[lone cipher]

I worry too much. Sorry dude

[fluid canopy]

I need Bonchon’s

I just wanna arrive lol

Wow perfect song came on. Scream

[silent gate]

Do you guys wanna meet up after you eat and check out the kpop shop

[fluid canopy]

AAAAAAH

[cerulean cloud]

what kpop shop

[fluid canopy]

At that point only if someone is driving lol

Bonchon’s is only 2 minute walk from the hotel

[silent gate]

There's one in China town

[silent gate]

True I didn't even factor that in

[cerulean cloud]

yeah it's a few minutes walk from me

i was definitely interested

[fluid canopy]

The kpop shop is like 15-20 though

Unless maps is still being weird

[cerulean cloud]

doesnt look like that

lol

[sick fiber]

15-20 is very manageable, though I say this as someone who walks 10 hours a day for my job lol

[fluid canopy]

I don’t like weather

[silent gate]

Lol it's up to you guys lmk

[heavy junco]

It's right next to my hotel

[fluid canopy]

Tension is such a good song

I have reasons to say things out of nowhere

[sick fiber]

Looks like a 5 min walk from jaslin

[fluid canopy]

Okay I don’t trust my map anymore I’m following you guys

[silent gate]

You guys wanna check it out then?

[cerulean cloud]

i was going to eventually

[heavy junco]

Yea its literally right next to me and your hotel is right down the street not a 15-20 min walk

[cerulean cloud]

even though I cant think of anything I would buy

[silent gate]

I'm probably not gonna buy anything but I wanna check if they have DC stuff

[fluid canopy]

Lol sure why not

[cerulean cloud]

is what I usually do

[fluid canopy]

Let me know when you guys are at Jaslin lobby I should be there soon

Within the next 10 minutes or so

[heavy junco]

I guess I'll start walking then

[fluid canopy]

Okay!

[cerulean cloud]

what 2 eat

[scarlet lichen]

snow

[cerulean cloud]

cones

[scarlet lichen]

hope u guys enjoy kbbq

had this one with a built in egg tray n sides

[fluid canopy]

Bonchon

Bonchonnnn

[cerulean cloud]

but that's a chain

😦

[fluid canopy]

That’s finnne we can get real food tomorrow

[cerulean cloud]

i mean it was good I had it in Minneapolis

[scarlet lichen]

silly u, u can't eat chains

[stoic plinth]

Joy yee, chi Cafe

[fluid canopy]

It’s really good

[cerulean cloud]

⛓️

[fluid canopy]

[cerulean cloud]

so many options

lol

[scarlet lichen]

we have a bonchon here but its a drive

[cerulean cloud]

the bonchon kinda far

[fluid canopy]

Bonchon’s is good lol I am hungry I don’t wanna walk thatttt far. Unless the actual kbbq place is the same distance as kpop store

[cerulean cloud]

from my hotel

[scarlet lichen]

or soon to open? idk, TN be iffy with dates

[lone cipher]

Warehouse?

[cerulean cloud]

i mean "far"

[fluid canopy]

It’s only 2 minute from Jaslin

[silent gate]

I don't even know where I am anymore we were supposed to arrive 5 minutes ago and I don't think we're even close

[fluid canopy]

[cerulean cloud]

im at Springhill Suites

[lone cipher]

I'm starving guys hurry up

[cerulean cloud]

so im south on entworth

[sick fiber]

USPS. Walking to deliver mail

[cerulean cloud]

wentworth

[fluid canopy]

IM ALMOST THERE LOL

I’m doing Bonchon cuz it’s cheap and I’m starving and it’s close

[lone cipher]

Warehouse grunt 10 hours of walking

[scarlet lichen]

yeah, don't let the MTG player starve, bad things happen

[fluid canopy]

Mtg?

[lone cipher]

Lemme eat a Black Lotus

[fluid canopy]

[scarlet lichen]

magic the gathering

[lone cipher]

Magic the Gathering

[fluid canopy]

LOL

[lone cipher]

Aka salt mine central

[sick fiber]

You're used to convention center food you'll survive ;p

[lone cipher]

Urza is actually a character from MTG

[scarlet lichen]

i play yugioh, we are good with taco bell

[fluid canopy]

You wanna eat come with us to Bonchon’s and we can split the costs

Cheap and cheaper

Money = merch

[lone cipher]

I already said I was going with you guys lol

[fluid canopy]

Jazz bar is so cute I love this song

[scarlet lichen]

i'm not in this, just stalking, plz do not mind me in the arrangements

[heavy junco]

It's starting to actually rain it was only a little drizzle

[lone cipher]

Also with the weather change I'll be sure to extend my stay a night.

[fluid canopy]

That’s probably a safest idea tbh

[lone cipher]

If it had been clear or little snow I'd risk leaving but this is bad waters now

[cerulean cloud]

im staying a 3rd night in a different hotel in the suburbs

[fluid canopy]

We gonna explore a little the day after concert before leaving to make the most of the trip lol

[lone cipher]

I will be leaving as soon as I check out

[heavy junco]

I gotta catch the bus at 11am saturday

[lone cipher]

But it will be Saturday proper and the checkout time is 11 am

[fluid canopy]

11 is almost noon there’s plenty of time

[lone cipher]

Also inforgot Daylight Savings Time is Sunday so we get to scrape by that too

[fluid canopy]

But fair enough lol

[heavy junco]

Yalls hotel looks a lot nicer than mine

[lone cipher]

3 stars and 200 bucks a night

[cerulean cloud]

[lone cipher]

There was a reason I was trying not to stay but thats what credit cards are for

Emergency shit

[heavy junco]

Mine was like 87 a night

[lone cipher]

Yours also has the best view

[heavy junco]

Plus fees

So about 100 a night

[lone cipher]

150 plus fees

And 100 extra in case you decide that breaking the wall IRL is a good idea

[heavy junco]

Yea I looked at it and said nope to pricey

[cerulean cloud]

heh

tiger sugarr

[heavy junco]

I spent all my money on the Atlanta concert

[lone cipher]

I'll be ok

[heavy junco]

Went stingy on this one cause only had about 700 to work with til next friday

[lone cipher]

Only lol

[heavy junco]

Well ticket plus hotel plus travel

I'm down to like 200

[lone cipher]

I get paid tomorrow so...

I'll be all right though.

[sick fiber]

Uber requested. We'll be at the hotel around 620pm

[heavy junco]

I don't get paid til a week from tomorrow

[silent gate]

The traffic never ends

[lone cipher]

I was so happy when we switched to weekly pay

So I get your pain that you're holding

[fluid canopy]

We are hereeeee

Just checking in

[lone cipher]

Are we waiting for others?

I assume so

Because IronAnchor is still in purgatory

[silent gate]

I'm definitely not making it

Yep lol

I'll meet you guys after if anything

[heavy junco]

I got cold outside so I'm in the lobby. Thought I'd get told to leave but he hasn't said anything to me yet

[lone cipher]

Vrax won't be here til 620 so you have til maybe 630 if the others can be patient

[molten saffron]

The hiltons are nice

[cerulean cloud]

paris hilton?

yeah she prob nice ig

[lone cipher]

No

[cerulean cloud]

not good joke

😦

[heavy junco]

The last Hilton I stayed at was OK. Had a nice bar and grill though

[lone cipher]

We need the Jiu waiting for the hamburger clip lol

[fluid canopy]

I might have seen you lol

This room is so fancy wow

I’ll be down ina sec dropping off stuff

[lone cipher]

Yar it is.

[craggy sundial]

Be sure to snap the obligatory food photo when you all get a chance to eat

[lone cipher]

I was about to suggest it

Guess I better gear up and head to the lobby then to scare, I mean meet, you all

[heavy junco]

Speaking of scaring I might of scared a kid on the street when I pulled down my balaclava to block the wind from my face

[fluid canopy]

I got distracted I’m on my way now

[cerulean cloud]

Kpop store is closed?

[silent gate]

No way

It's all gone wrong

[fluid canopy]

Two of us are here lol

Where @lone cipher

[cerulean cloud]

Wanna eat somewhere together lol

[lone cipher]

I think I am on a couch in the lobby

[cerulean cloud]

Well the one that says kpop x 3

[fluid canopy]

Now three of us here

[silent gate]

I'd say yes but I keep getting more delayed I'd say go with everyone else and ill just meet up with you guys after bc I'm gonna be late