Since then, Filipino fans have gathered annually to meet with the country's local talents and exchange common interest in the comic book genre.
Komikon provides avenue for independent publishers to showcase their books in the market, and get feedback from readers and fans.
[1] It also provides opportunities for aspiring artists through its various art contests as well as enable them to network with already published creators.
In the early years, there were also portfolio reviews conducted by David Campiti and other members of Glasshouse Graphics.
The event also exhibits some artworks of known Filipino comic book illustrators such as Nick Manabat, Alfredo Alcala, Alex Niño, Nestor Redondo, and Tony DeZuniga.