The annual Motor City Comic Con is drawing comic fans from across Michigan to Metro Detroit this weekend, and will feature some big-name celebrities.

Ypsilanti, Mich. – On Saturday, Oct. 10, Ypsilanti-based nonprofit Hero Nation will host a virtual event highlighting the empowering impact of comic books and video games on young people. “When I was approached by Hero Nation to be a part of this project, I was excited and it felt like a fun way to share my story and represent for those who look like me.”The virtual event can be attended through the Hero Nation Facebook page. “The kids on our roster are very passionate, talented and powerful young people,” said Jermaine Dickerson, founder and executive director of Hero Nation. Hero Nation ‘Presents’ will also introduce its new 2021 initiative for comic creators, Creator Alliance. Hero Nation ‘Presents’ was created in its place.