Creator of the widely popular DRAGON QUEST series, Yuji Horii, will be making his very first appearance at Anime Expo 2018. He will be participating in autograph sessions at the SQUARE ENIX Booth throughout the weekend, at the following times:

Friday, July 6, 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Saturday, July 7, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Saturday, July 7, 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

The autograph tickets will be distributed at the DRAGON QUEST area of the SQUARE ENIX booth starting 10:00 a.m. of the day prior to each session. Anime Expo Attendees who receive a ticket will be able to receive an autograph on an exclusive 8x10” signing card prepared by SQUARE ENIX and a photograph with Horii. Square Enix has stated he will not be signing personal items.

Throughout the weekend, attendees will be able to get hands-on time with DRAGON QUEST XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age, prior to its release on September 4. The playable demo features two separate areas of the game: Cobblestone, where the Hero’s journey begins, and Gallipolis, where you can participate in horse racing, battle the menacing Slayer of the Sands and more. Attendees are also invited to obtain a variety of DRAGON QUEST XI giveaways, including t-shirts and double-sided posters, while supplies last.

Lastly, fans can also tune in for a special DRAGON QUEST XI live stream featuring Yuji Horii and the development team on Friday, July 6 at 7:00 p.m. Viewers will have the chance to ask questions live and win prizes throughout the stream.

More information on SQUARE ENIX’s activities at Anime Expo 2018 will be announced in the following week.