New question from someone who hasn't been to a full 3 day con like this before ;P
So how does fan table work? Do table owners usually stay at their tables all day during con hours? When the dealer room closes or if I leave, what's the security like?

 

It's up to the dealer to watch their table during the hours that it is open to the public. After that the hall is locked.

 

Get the weekend passes if you are going to be there all weekend, you will be able to avoid having to get in line multiple times. With individual day passes you will need to wear wristbands as well.