Evan & Marissa
Wedding Party
Amanda Hardee
Best Woman
Amanda is Evan's Best Woman, best friend, and Woody to his Buzz Lightyear. They've known each other more than twelve years, and after meeting for the first time in the same summer camp program, became inseparable. No matter how far apart they may be, they're never too far from one another. There's no one Evan would rather have standing next to him on his wedding day.
Andie Salad
Maid of Honor
Andie is Marissa's Maid of Honor, closest friend, most of all, her sister. Being only twenty months younger than Marissa, the two of them grew up very close. Even if they didn't always see eye to eye, Andie is the person that Marissa trusts most. Not including the couple getting married, Andie has done the most work in preparing for the wedding. She has helped with discerning the quality of vendors, created the invitations and save the dates, and helped pick the venues. She has been there for both bride and groom, but Marissa has had dibs on Andie for about twenty eight years.
Tom Gervais
Groomsman
Tom was Evan's gateway into the world of action sports; a hobby Evan had wanted to get involved with but never had the proper equipment, time, or skill to dedicate. But Tom, or Ullr has he's known, helped Evan overcome the barriers and discover a hobby he now loves - when he has time for it. But it's more than that - Tom has been a kind soul to his friend, and is always ready to offer an ear when needed. Evan is proud to call him a friend.
Veronica Gregory
Groomswoman
Evan met Veronica in 2019, quickly becoming friends through a shared love of video games and nerd culture. They often spend time together browsing vintage video games and equipment, grabbing the occasional bite and sharing stories about life.
Matt Mather
Groomsman
Matt and Evan may not have been friends as long as some others, but it doesn't change how close they are. Meeting in 2019 in uncommon circumstances, Matt quickly showed Evan he was someone to be friends with - appreciating geeky things, and being a solid voice of reason. Even though it has only been three years since their introduction, it's easy to see they'll be friends for years to come.
Makaya "Bacon" Hicks
Bridesmaid
Another friend of Marissa's from Otakon, they bonded over a love of anime and nerd culture, and just as quickly, were thick as thieves no matter what came their way. Makaya and Marissa have known each other for years, and will be as close as siblings for many more years to come.
Amanda Mather
Bridesmaid
Marissa met Amanda at Otakon, as they worked together in the Lost & Found department of the convention. Through a shared appreciation of anime, Sailor Moon, and cats, they quickly became best friends and are always there for one another, no matter what happens.
Sam Wixtrom
Bridesman
Sam and Marissa met in Japan during English Teacher training, and grew close very quickly. Despite living far away from each other, they maintained a close relationship and visited each other several times over the first year Marissa lived in Japan. Even after Sam moved back to the states, they stayed in contact and further supported each other through. Sam is a lifelong friend that Marissa is honored to have standing at her side on her wedding day.