Behold: SpringCon through the eyes of Instagram

This past weekend's Twin Cities comic book convention drew a few thousand fans to the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. Here are a few snapshots.

May 21, 2012 at 9:33PM
(The Minnesota Star Tribune)
(The Minnesota Star Tribune)

Couldn't make it to this past weekend's SpringCon comic book extravaganza? Don't worry, I braved the geek masses and brought back these Instagram shots for you. A few thousand fans turned out to the annual two-day convention at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. Here's what you missed (starting at the top, from left to right):

1. Replica Boba Fett helmet, complete with battle scars. 2. Some guy dressed as Loki greeted the massive line of fans on Saturday morning. "I made it myself," he said of his costume. Compare with the "The Avengers" Loki here. 3. The scene inside the Grandstand, where middle-aged men fought for position to get the best back issues. 4. Here it is: A perfect replica of Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from "Star Wars: Episode IV -- A New Hope."

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