News


Cosplay Cast Applications are now open!
Deadline: May 5, 2025
Artist & Vendor Applications are now open!
Deadline: April 30, 2025
For any questions, please DM us on Instagram or reach out by email.


The Event


The Deepspace Gala is an Unofficial Love & Deepspace themed Fan event. Click on each of the banners below to learn more about the festivities that will take place.Come experience an unforgettable evening with the LADs cosplay & fan community on
Sunday, September 14, 2025,
at the Woman's Club in Orange, CA.


The Dress Code


Gala Ballroom:
Formal, Black Tie Ballroom attire required.
LADs theme fantasy elements highly encouraged.


General Attendee Areas (N109 Zone, Twinkle Toys):
Free dress code, attendees are encouraged to dress to the optional N109 Theme



Summoner's Stories x Love and Deepsleeves x Love & Derp.
Deepspace Gala is an unofficial, fan-run event. We are not affiliated with Infold/Paper Games.
By attending, you agree to the Event Code of Conduct and Photography & Filming Notice.


Event Story


A week before the Annual Linkon City Charity Gala takes place, the event's Special Guest suddenly vanishes during dress rehearsal. The Gala Director has requested an investigation, and you've been dispatched as part of the mission team!As part of your investigation, you must go undercover at the formal Gala to look into reports of Metaflux Anomalies occurring nearby, and search for clues surrounding the Special Guest's disappearance.It just so happens that this Gala is also an important occasion for your partner, who sent you a special invitation a few weeks prior asking you to accompany him to the event.A few days before the Gala opens, you receive intel that Ever is becoming strangely active near the Gala venue. It seems like they're participating in some kind of underground auction hosted by major N109 players...Somehow, everything seems to be converging on this specific place, and time is quickly running out.Dressed to the nines, you hike up your skirts and roll up your sleeves to try to figure out what's going on.What is causing these strange fluctuations?Why would someone try to sabotage this event?What has both Ever and N109 in a frenzy?Why would black market dealers hold an auction so close to Linkon City?Where did the Special Guest vanish to, and who can you lean on for help?...Dear Hunters, check back regularly for more information!



Summoner's Stories x Love and Deepsleeves x Love & Derp.
Deepspace Gala is an unofficial, fan-run event. We are not affiliated with Infold/Paper Games.
By attending, you agree to the Event Code of Conduct and Photography & Filming Notice.


Sold Out!

Our Kickstarter is fully funded
and the Event is currently sold out!
Limited walk-ins for N109 Zone & Twinkle Toys will be accepted but entry is not guaranteed.
Walk ins are not accepted for the Gala ballroom.
Kickstarter backers have until April 21, 2025 to change or cancel your pledge.Cancellations before April 21 will release tickets back on Kickstarter directly, so please check periodically if you're looking for tickets!After April 22, we will collect information on timeslot preferences, food allergies/restrictions and
other details from ticket holders.

Ticket Waitlist

After April 22, you will be notified by email if additional tickets become available. Sign up to join the waitlist.



Summoner's Stories x Love and Deepsleeves x Love & Derp.
Deepspace Gala is an unofficial, fan-run event. We are not affiliated with Infold/Paper Games.
By attending, you agree to the Event Code of Conduct and Photography & Filming Notice.



Frequently Asked Questions




Summoner's Stories x Love and Deepsleeves x Love & Derp.
Deepspace Gala is an unofficial, fan-run event. We are not affiliated with Infold/Paper Games.
By attending, you agree to the Event Code of Conduct and Photography & Filming Notice.



About


ABOUT THE ORGANIZERS

The Deepspace Gala is brought to you by a collaboration of community organizers, including:Astrum Productions
Event Planning & Production by
LADs Creator Love & Derp
Love & Deepsleeves
LADS Cupsleeve events
Summoner's Stories
Gaming, anime, and Asian-themed events
Together, we share over 10 years of event experience in gaming and anime, and a deep love and appreciation for Love & Deepspace and its fandom.Our mission is to produce highly engaging and immersive experiences that fans truly resonate with.This event is our expression of love to the LADS community and we appreciate your continued support.



contact us



Summoner's Stories x Love and Deepsleeves x Love & Derp.
Deepspace Gala is an unofficial, fan-run event. We are not affiliated with Infold/Paper Games.
By attending, you agree to the Event Code of Conduct and Photography & Filming Notice.


Travel


Event address:
The Woman's Club Event Center
121 South Center Street
Orange, California 92866
General Attendee Areas: 4 - 10 PM
Gala Ballroom: 7 - 11 PM
Parking:
- Street parking (free)
- City Hall Parking Lot (free)
- Orange Public Library Parking Lot (free)
Please follow all posted signage for parking.
Closest Airport:
John Wayne Airport (SNA)


Hotels:
- The Richland (Boutique Hotel, 0.3 mi away)
- Old Towne Historic Cottage (AirBnb, 0.2 mi)
- The Orange Peel (AirBnb, 0.5 mi)
- Guesthouse in Orange (AirBnb, 0.6 mi, has doggo)
Nearby Attractions:
Old Towne Orange (0.3 mi)
Hilbert Museum of Art (0.5 mi)
Disneyland (6 mi)




Summoner's Stories x Love and Deepsleeves x Love & Derp.
Deepspace Gala is an unofficial, fan-run event. We are not affiliated with Infold/Paper Games.
By attending, you agree to the Event Code of Conduct and Photography & Filming Notice.


Limited to Gala Ticket holders, Starlit Memories is our Love and Deepspace themed Fantasy Gala.The Gala Ballroom will be open from 7 - 11 PM.
VIPs get early access at 6 PM.
Gala guests are recommended to arrive around
5 PM for check in.
Step into the Gala under his lingering gaze
Create unforgettable memories with cosplayer interactions
Learn Ballroom or Victorian Dance under a Starlit theme
Enjoy themed drinks, snacks, and special performances on stage

Take on Secret Ballroom Missions (Optional) to gain additional clues and story pertaining to Abyssal Chaos!


Summoner's Stories x Love and Deepsleeves x Love & Derp.
Deepspace Gala is an unofficial, fan-run event. We are not affiliated with Infold/Paper Games.
By attending, you agree to the Event Code of Conduct and Photography & Filming Notice.


Abyssal Chaos: The Vanished GuestOpen to both Gala ticket holders and General Attendees from 4 - 10 PM. Time slots must be reserved in advance by General Attendees.Abyssal Chaos is a combination Scavenger Hunt / Murder Mystery-like multiplayer interactive game. The Gala's Special Guest vanished during dress rehearsal, and they need YOU to ave the event!This activity requires a working smartphone and internet connection.Take on Investigations to reveal more of the Event Story based on your progress.Beware - some clues may lead you to a dead end!Successfully uncover clues, investigate intel, and complete NPC missions to gather evidence and solve the mystery of the vanished guest!


Summoner's Stories x Love and Deepsleeves x Love & Derp.
Deepspace Gala is an unofficial, fan-run event. We are not affiliated with Infold/Paper Games.
By attending, you agree to the Event Code of Conduct and Photography & Filming Notice.


N109 Zone: Charon's MarketplaceOpen to both Gala ticket holders and General Attendees from 4 - 10 PM. Time slots must be reserved in advance by General Attendees.Experience vibrant marketplace festivities, featuring: Artist Alley, Vendors, Life sized Character Standees, Photo Backdrops, Tarot Readings, Art Auctions, and more!Our merchants come both locally and from afar, and will surely present rare and valuable commodities that will dazzle your senses.Hate Potential Challenges in Abyssal Chaos? Now you can hate them in person! We'll be re-creating them as mini-games for attendees to challenge IRL.


Summoner's Stories x Love and Deepsleeves x Love & Derp.
Deepspace Gala is an unofficial, fan-run event. We are not affiliated with Infold/Paper Games.
By attending, you agree to the Event Code of Conduct and Photography & Filming Notice.


IRL Twinkle ToysOpen to both Gala ticket holders and General Attendees from 4 - 10 PM. Time slots must be reserved in advance by General Attendees.Twinkle Toys will be an intimate, cozy area featuring a Life Sized Claw Machine filled with all LADs plushies, a custom LADS Photobooth, and setups to play Kitty Cards!


Summoner's Stories x Love and Deepsleeves x Love & Derp.
Deepspace Gala is an unofficial, fan-run event. We are not affiliated with Infold/Paper Games.
By attending, you agree to the Event Code of Conduct and Photography & Filming Notice.


Head Organizers

Gina (Love & Derp)

Role: Event Director
Fave guy: Sylus
Info: Both the Producer and Director for the Gala, Gina is responsible for designing the full event experience and leading the team in figuring out all logistics, operations, and resources needed to make the vision happen. This ranges from budget planning to stage programming and designing Abyssal Chaos, vendor sourcing, layout & safety planning, to writing the event story and most of the marketing copy. Their favorite part of events is decorating.

Pearish (Summoner's Stories)

Role: Accounting Lead
Fave guy: Xavier
Info: Our resident Pear is an idol in her spare time and the galaxy brain crunching all our numbers behind the scene. She ensures that our funds are secure, budgets are set responsibly, invoices are reconciled, and tracks all of our fees and payments to maximize fan experiences at our events.

Runa (Summoner's Stories)

Role: Marketing Lead
Fave guy: Zayne
Info: Our ultra expert specialist in Marketing, Runa is responsible for creating all the beautiful graphics and assets used with the event's branding (including this beautiful website), designing our thematic elements, defining our brand and style guide, as well as handling all the posting, engagement and strategy on social media. Without her, our events just wouldn't have that sparkle!

Mika (Love & Deepsleeves)

Role: Cosplay Cast Manager
Fave guy: Zayne
Info: cupsleeve organizer, as an English major and educator she also wrote the content for all the Gala Invitation Letters!

Kaye (Summoner's Stories)

Role: Hospitality Lead
Fave guy: Xavier
Info: You may have seen Kaye and her partner dressed as Wanderers Lemonnette and Mr. Beanie at other LADs events. Kaye is responsible for all of the delicious Food & Beverages we serve at our events, from learning every detail around food preparation regulations, researching materials, pricing, and recipes to managing vendors, training our servers, and finally bringing our guests their food and drink under the safest conditions.

Niko

Role: Artist & Vendor Manager
Fave guy: Sylus
Info: An event organizer herself, Niko has organized many successful cupsleeve for vtubers and directs Artist Alley and Vendor Management for the Deepspace Gala.

Event Team

Cion

Role: March Artist Coordinator
Fave guy: Xavier
Info: Cion was responsible for securing the talented artists that designed the Gala event's merchandise, including the commemorative tickets and limited merch set goodies.

Anjel

Role:
Fave guy: -
Info: -

Nyo

Role: Ballroom Dance Instructor
Fave guy: Sylus
Info: Nyo is the de facto leader of Summoner's Stories and will be patrolling the dance floors at the Deepspace Gala as a ballroom instructor.

Salted

Role: Tech Guru
Fave guy:
Info:Come find me if you need help with Abyssal Chaos

Chips

Role: Deepspace Dog
Fave guy: whoever gives treats
Info: borf

Ducky

Role: Marketing/Design Assistant
Fave guy: Rafayel
Info:

Rex

Role: Mr. beanie
Fave guy:
Info:

Cosplay Cast

Ducky

Role: Cosplay Cast - Xavier
Fave guy: Rafayel
Info:

Angel

Role: Cosplay Cast - Sylus
Fave guy: Caleb
Info: -

Aster

Role: Kieran
Fave guy: -
Info: -

Baii

Role: Cosplay Cast - Zayne
Fave guy: Zayne
Info: -

Sakkumi

Role: Cosplay Cast - Caleb
Fave guy: Caleb
Info: -

Static

Role: Luke
Fave guy: -
Info: -

Cion

Role: Cosplayer Cast - Rafayel
Fave guy: Xavier
Info:

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Role: Cosplayer Cast - Xavier
Fave guy:
Info:

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Role: Cosplayer Cast - Rafayel
Fave guy: Xavier
Info:


Summoner's Stories x Love and Deepsleeves x Love & Derp.
Deepspace Gala is an unofficial, fan-run event. We are not affiliated with Infold/Paper Games.
By attending, you agree to the Event Code of Conduct and Photography & Filming Notice.


Code of Conduct


Effective Date: March 13, 2025Astrum Productions LLC reserves the right to modify and/or update this policy at any time in their sole discretion and without prior notice.CODE OF CONDUCTFollowing this Code of Conduct helps ensure a safe event and that everyone will have fun. Your own good judgment and courtesy towards others are key. Ask and receive consent whenever you interact with Cosplayers, staff, and other attendees.Respect each others' boundaries and differences.
Harassment, insults and bullying is never acceptable.
Please watch out for each other, take care of one another, help those who need help, and be careful. Stay clean, stay sober, and stay safe!Please don’t leave the Event with strangers, and make sure your friends know when you leave or if you are going home early. Minors, when allowed to attend, should always stay with their guardian or parent and never follow after any unknown adults.Please don’t hesitate to notify staff or event security if you see anything suspicious. Make sure to follow instructions from local law enforcement, Event Staff, Venue Staff, Security, and any listed signage.To participate in and/or attend any event organized by Astrum Productions LLC and/or Summoner's Stories, (referred to below as the “Event” regardless of event name and type), you must comply with this Code of Conduct in order to attend and/or participate in these Events. We reserve the right to modify and/or update any code of conduct and attendee policies at any time without prior notice.Violation of this Code of Conduct may result in forfeiture of your Event badge, your expulsion from the Event, termination of any staff and volunteer positions and/or restriction from attending future events.Where the Code of Conduct refers to “The Event's written consent”, such written consent may be in the form of a separate written exhibitor/sponsorship agreement, vendor agreement, facility rental agreement, or other form of written agreement or permit. The Event Facilities, event hotels, and all other places where any Event programming is scheduled are “Event Facilities”.BADGESBe prepared to show proof of age and identification when entering the Event or any program at the Event. We will only accept the following forms of identification: valid government-issued driver’s licenses or identification cards, passports, or military identification.
Wear your Event badge/pass at all times during the Event. Terms and conditions printed on the Badges apply to you and you must conduct yourself accordingly.
PROHIBITED ACTIONS AND ACTIVITIESThe following, as such violations are determined in our sole discretion, are not permitted at the Event or its surrounding areas, including the parking lots, hotels, plazas, and structures:Failure to be appropriately clothed, as determined by the sole discretion of the Event organizers. Please follow local laws, rules, and regulations when selecting your costume or outfit.Assaulting, threatening, behaving inappropriately to another person, discriminating conduct of any nature whatsoever, making racial, religious, ethnic, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, or other slurs, bullying, and/or expressing any act of hatred towards another.
Lewd or offensive behavior, such as profanity, obscene language or conduct, exposing nipples or genitals, making recordings in bathrooms, bedrooms, or of nipples, genitals or up skirts.
Conducting commercial or business transactions without the Event's prior written consent, including without limitation, selling food or beverages from unauthorized carts, stands, or ice chests inside or outside Event venues; solicitation of money, contributions, or donations; distribution of commercial advertising or promotional material of any kind, such as signs, flyers, cards, or offers of discounts on rides, or other products or services; or offering items or samples of items which are sold, available for sale, or available in exchange for a donation or contribution.Unlawful conduct or failure to comply with the policies, rules, or instructions of Event staff, the Event facility, venues affiliated with the Event, or law enforcement officers.
Any noise or music that is disruptive to other attendees or the operation of the Event.
Attaching stickers, adhesives, signage, or attachments of any kind to walls, ceilings or any Event Property within Event premises.SMOKING/VAPINGNever Inside: No smoking or vaping is permitted inside any of the Event Facilities, unless there is a place specifically designated by the Event Facility that permits either.Limited Outside: Smoking or vaping must be at least 20 feet away from all entrances per California Government Code Sections 7596-7598; no smoking is permitted in outdoor dining areas.ALCOHOL AND ILLEGAL SUBSTANCESPossessing any open can, bottle or other receptacle containing alcoholic beverages is not allowed. Possessing any illegal substance. We DO NOT tolerate illegal substances in or around Events.Any action that impedes the flow of traffic, creates a potential or actual hazardous condition, or is deemed to interfere with the Event.OTHER UNPERMITTED ACTIVITIESIndividuals may be asked to move, discontinue their actions, relocate or terminate an activity in order to disperse a crowd which impedes traffic flow.No Soliciting / Riding Hoverboards / Skateboards / Non-ADA Scooters / Segways / Using Roller Skates / Roller BladesAny activity prohibited by law and/or prohibited by any Event FacilitiesPROHIBITED ITEMS
Stilts, Weapons, including prop weapons or anything that can be mistaken as a weapon
Drones / UAV’s, Illegal Substances
All signs, whether for a costume prop or not, are prohibited unless approved by Event staff.
Non-Service Live AnimalsLasers or Similar ItemsMotorized Vehicles (i.e. go-karts or kids’ battery-operated vehicles.)Wheeled Carts / Wagons / Confetti / Loose GlitterFlammable Liquids / Open-Flame UseAll bags, regardless of size, are subject to inspection at any time. Clear bags are recommended to enhance safety inside and outside the venue and speed the security screening process.



Summoner's Stories x Love and Deepsleeves x Love & Derp.
Deepspace Gala is an unofficial, fan-run event. We are not affiliated with Infold/Paper Games.
By attending, you agree to the Event Code of Conduct and Photography & Filming Notice.