Animation director Ei Aoki, whose work has been critically acclaimed, will be a guest at Otakon 2017.

Since his directorial debut in 2004, Aoki has worked on many critically acclaimed titles such as “GA-REI-ZERO,” The Garden of Sinners,” and “FATE/Zero.” In 2013 he became a founding member of studio TROYCA and directed his first original anime series, “ALDNOAH.ZERO.”

Aoki’s most resent project, “RE:CREATORS,” has been gaining fans worldwide with its unique story and characters. Aside from directing, Aoki has also done work as an animation director and story editor.

Ei Aoki is brought in collaboration with Aniplex of America.

Otakon 2017 will be held from August 11 to 13 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington, D.C.