[EAST] PAX East 2013 Cosplay Thread

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  • The MattadorThe Mattador Registered User regular
    Okay so I wanted to come in costume this year and part of the costume would be carrying to rather sharp knifs. That look like this http://imagethumbnails.milo.com/024/822/824/trimmed/24822085_26028824_trimmed.jpg. My question is. Can I bring those if I file them down to the dullness of a butter knife?

  • Ms DapperMs Dapper Yuri Librarian Registered User regular
    From the FAQ thread:
    A COSTUME WEAPON IS NOT PERMITTED AT PAX IF:
    - It fires or can fire any sort of projectile. (Yes, even Nerf.)
    - It looks like a real firearm at "second glance." (Yes, even if it's a kid's toy.)
    - It's sharp or pointy enough to cut or pierce someone with moderate pressure. (Yes, even if it's not made of metal.)

    Due to the fact that those look like they could hurt someone I am going to guess they'll be a no go.

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  • zerzhulzerzhul Registered User, Moderator mod
    @The Mattador I think you would be way better off going with a very dull plastic and cutting it to shape rather than to try to make those safe.

  • JarsJars Registered User regular
    I saw several lightnings last year

  • Dire JayDire Jay Registered User regular
    Okay so I wanted to come in costume this year and part of the costume would be carrying to rather sharp knifs. That look like this http://imagethumbnails.milo.com/024/822/824/trimmed/24822085_26028824_trimmed.jpg. My question is. Can I bring those if I file them down to the dullness of a butter knife?

    Altering an actual weapon to be non-dangerous is an iffy situation and we would likely err on the side of caution and not allow you to bring them into the convention center. I would suggest using a clear substitute such as plastic or foam. Please remember that the item cannot be sharp enough to cut or pierce.

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  • zerzhulzerzhul Registered User, Moderator mod
    edited January 2013
    Dire Jay wrote: »
    Okay so I wanted to come in costume this year and part of the costume would be carrying to rather sharp knifs. That look like this http://imagethumbnails.milo.com/024/822/824/trimmed/24822085_26028824_trimmed.jpg. My question is. Can I bring those if I file them down to the dullness of a butter knife?

    Altering an actual weapon to be non-dangerous is an iffy situation and we would likely err on the side of caution and not allow you to bring them into the convention center. I would suggest using a clear substitute such as plastic or foam. Please remember that the item cannot be sharp enough to cut or pierce.

    Are you on @AaronC's staff?

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  • Dire JayDire Jay Registered User regular
    zerzhul wrote: »
    Are you on @AaronC's staff?

    Good afternoon,

    I am. My Enforcer handle is EvilGenius. I have been a member of the Enforcer Security team for the past two PAX East's and will be heading up the security team this year. I will attempt to help in answering any questions people may have. Thank you!

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  • AaronCAaronC Enforcer - Lieutenant Portland OregonRegistered User regular
    I would disallow those knives unless they were completely dull and had no point at all. In their current state, even if the edge is dulled, they have a sharp point. You can bring them and take the chance, but as described they would be disallowed.

  • gsuter11gsuter11 Registered User regular
    I wanna try to do a solid snake cosplay from mgs2, seeing I already have most of the costume. But does anyone have the slightest idea where you can get a grey wetsuit? I can get a flgihtsuit and talor it but I would rather get something that's actually form fitting.

  • JindraxJindrax Registered User regular
    gsuter11 wrote: »
    I wanna try to do a solid snake cosplay from mgs2, seeing I already have most of the costume. But does anyone have the slightest idea where you can get a grey wetsuit? I can get a flgihtsuit and talor it but I would rather get something that's actually form fitting.

    If you just need a grey form fitting fabric suit, then you might be able to use a grey Zentai suit instead.

  • deadmeatdeadmeat Registered User regular
    Hello there, just wanted to share some Claptrap cosplay i had done at Pax east the last 2 years and a hint of what i have planned for this year. I'm going to include some step by step photos in case anyone is interested in how i did it or to make one themselves.

    Pax East 2011
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    This was the end result.

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    The was how the idea originated. I was originally going to do some Fallout 3 vault dweller cosplay but while playing borderlands with a buddy i told him id make him up a Claptrap suit because it sounded uncomfortable and im a jerk. As it turned out i was so impressed with my handiwork i made it my focus and we took turns wearing it.

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    This is the view from the inside. Cramped, dark and no peripheral vision.

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    Escalators become a nightmare.



    Pax East 2012
    The idea this year was same but more of it.

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    For this guy i had to use woodgrained contact paper.

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    The Jacobs Claptrap was by far the most of a pain in the ass.

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    This was on the exhibition floor in front of a couple thousand people.

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    Photo with Randy Pitchford and David Eddings.

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    On display before an easter morning Gearbox panel.

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    Another 1500 people in line for said panel.

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    After the panel i left them behind for the Gearbox to take back to their studio.

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    Except for this one which i cut the face off of and threw the rest in a dumpster. THEY HAVE NO FEELINGS!!!

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    The rest were safely transplanted to the studio where they were promptly put to work.

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    And apparently commandeered as halloween costumes for the lazy!

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    And makeshift chili guardians?

    Pax East 2013
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    This is my only hint for this year's Pax East. if everything comes together it should be pretty cool and ill throw the pix up here as well.
    I really should also point out that i didnt make this mask. It's a premade kit from punished props. I only painted it basically.

  • deadmeatdeadmeat Registered User regular
    edited January 2013
    double posted... or double approved, mod please delete this one.

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  • gsuter11gsuter11 Registered User regular
    Jindrax wrote: »
    gsuter11 wrote: »
    I wanna try to do a solid snake cosplay from mgs2, seeing I already have most of the costume. But does anyone have the slightest idea where you can get a grey wetsuit? I can get a flgihtsuit and talor it but I would rather get something that's actually form fitting.

    If you just need a grey form fitting fabric suit, then you might be able to use a grey Zentai suit instead.

    I was thinking just using some of my spandex running gear, I am afriad if I get rid of the head on a zentai that might weaken the seams. I am way too young to go as old snake, but that would make great face camo!

  • satyr16satyr16 Registered User regular
    deadmeat wrote: »
    Hello there, just wanted to share some Claptrap cosplay i had done at Pax east the last 2 years and a hint of what i have planned for this year. I'm going to include some step by step photos in case anyone is interested in how i did it or to make one themselves.

    Pax East 2011
    8385533180_e91440559a.jpg
    This was the end result.

    8384450771_252a33d964.jpg
    The was how the idea originated. I was originally going to do some Fallout 3 vault dweller cosplay but while playing borderlands with a buddy i told him id make him up a Claptrap suit because it sounded uncomfortable and im a jerk. As it turned out i was so impressed with my handiwork i made it my focus and we took turns wearing it.

    8385534274_b151ef3646.jpg


    8385534178_de2dda62f8.jpg

    8385533976_0c967c276e.jpg

    8385533720_3a3d79d2a1.jpg

    8385533522_88ae770d39.jpg

    8385533384_6e79c4292e.jpg
    This is the view from the inside. Cramped, dark and no peripheral vision.

    8385533304_4eb7365383.jpg
    Escalators become a nightmare.



    Pax East 2012
    The idea this year was same but more of it.

    8384515861_74a4b80b6d.jpg

    8384515693_efa3d28d0d.jpg

    8385599202_40654815df.jpg
    For this guy i had to use woodgrained contact paper.

    8384515287_a91a2645ac.jpg

    8384514979_0fd8513c48.jpg

    8384514793_0b83b3f68b.jpg

    8385598088_9838ba52db.jpg
    The Jacobs Claptrap was by far the most of a pain in the ass.

    8384514159_6e016279db.jpg

    8385597040_84bb06cd78.jpg
    This was on the exhibition floor in front of a couple thousand people.

    8385597246_559e9d890b.jpg
    Photo with Randy Pitchford and David Eddings.

    8385597078_c350dee544.jpg

    8384513833_6734e0c04e.jpg
    On display before an easter morning Gearbox panel.

    8385597754_d9c5e914ab.jpg
    Another 1500 people in line for said panel.

    8385597398_b6a3b3e24c.jpg
    After the panel i left them behind for the Gearbox to take back to their studio.

    8385597286_f84f6aa19a.jpg
    Except for this one which i cut the face off of and threw the rest in a dumpster. THEY HAVE NO FEELINGS!!!

    8384513483_373052f203.jpg
    The rest were safely transplanted to the studio where they were promptly put to work.

    8385597162_08172a49fc.jpg
    And apparently commandeered as halloween costumes for the lazy!

    8384513393_4f656a9784.jpg
    And makeshift chili guardians?

    Pax East 2013
    8384566653_beb56fbdff.jpg
    This is my only hint for this year's Pax East. if everything comes together it should be pretty cool and ill throw the pix up here as well.
    I really should also point out that i didnt make this mask. It's a premade kit from punished props. I only painted it basically.


    You guys were awesome last year. I was the Dovahkiin who danced with your posse in the expo hall. Great times were had!

  • DestinyHeroDestinyHero Otaku PARegistered User regular
    anaxarete wrote: »
    I'm coming as Asami! Unfortunately couldn't get a whole LoK group together, though - is anyone else doing something avatar-themed?
    If you guys need a Bolin I may be able to bring my costume if you're planning on a shoot or anything.

    Bonnies wrote: »
    Last year was my first cosplay experience also my first PAX. I went by myself, it was awesome. Go for it =)
    Little sneak peak and my redeemed riven sword =P I did more work to it on the detailing. The chest piece is the hardest part lol....
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    Looks awesome!

  • MissMoogleMissMoogle Registered User regular
    I am totally down with organizing two cosplay meet-ups (one on Friday and one on Saturday) !!!
    Again, I think we should wait till we see the schedule to start considering times so that we can avoid the big panels.
    I'm still down with the idea of meeting at the Rock Band free play area. Anyone else have suggestions?

    I am probably going to be Lady Deadpool all 3 days, that way I can put all my effort into making that costume the best! And because it will be easy to get ready in the morning/comfortable lol

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  • sassfactor4sassfactor4 Brooklyn, NYRegistered User regular
    I saw that Dovahkiin \ Claptrap dance without knowing where any of the characters were from and was thoroughly confused. Now I at least know where claptraps are from and am thoroughly amused instead.

  • satyr16satyr16 Registered User regular
    Update on my costumes:
    The Bane mask is proving to be more difficult than what I've imagined to make. I'm not particularly skilled in any sort of expert craft making but I'm trying my best. It's just not turning out very well and I have yet to make the vest. I don't have the dosh to shell out about $400+ on the items either.

    So it looks like I'll be doing my Max Payne (MP3, bald version) cosplay for all three days. Unless I can consider a new costume idea.

  • TurnedtoGoldTurnedtoGold PittsburghRegistered User regular
    @MissMoogle if you're not doing 101 or Harley I don't think I'm going to do a ghoul or Ivy. But would you be interested in lending me your 101 jumpsuit if I decide to go ahead with the ghoul?

  • MissMoogleMissMoogle Registered User regular
    @MissMoogle if you're not doing 101 or Harley I don't think I'm going to do a ghoul or Ivy. But would you be interested in lending me your 101 jumpsuit if I decide to go ahead with the ghoul?

    For sure! but I am still not 100% what I'm doing yet haha. I need to dig my costume out of the moving boxes (from August lmao) and see what I can do with it. If you still wanna do Ivy I will bring my Harley no matter what and maybe do it on Sunday?

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  • ArcadiaExeterArcadiaExeter Boston MARegistered User regular
    edited January 2013
    ok so money has gotten SLIGHTLY better, and i was able to go to the thrift store today and grab some clothes to go with my Lookouts cosplay. here is a pic of what i have so far. now i just have to figure out how im going to do the alterations to the shirt and maybe find some swords.

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    im hoping to remove the buttons (or atleats hide them) and have it look more like its tied shut.

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  • TurnedtoGoldTurnedtoGold PittsburghRegistered User regular
    @MissMoogle I have to redo my entire Ivy, and I think it's too late to do that. It'll be too much of a scramble. If you find your 101 jumpsuit, just let me know a while before PAX so I know if I need to bring SFX makeup.

  • satyr16satyr16 Registered User regular
    Yet another update from myself:
    I still want to do a two costume idea, like I said Max Payne is still on. My consideration of the second cosplay would be Barry Burton from Resident Evil. I skimmed through the forums and didn't see anyone else doing a RE cosplay. Anyone doing one perhaps? Would be great for some photo ops.

  • ArcanicEightArcanicEight Registered User regular
    satyr16 wrote: »
    Yet another update from myself:
    I still want to do a two costume idea, like I said Max Payne is still on. My consideration of the second cosplay would be Barry Burton from Resident Evil. I skimmed through the forums and didn't see anyone else doing a RE cosplay. Anyone doing one perhaps? Would be great for some photo ops.

    I could maybe scavenge my old Raccoon Police Department uniform? Or, the new Leon Kennedy design from RE6, I believe I have all of the clothes for that.

  • Nanami17Nanami17 Registered User new member
    I'm planning to do as Konata Izumi (yes i know it is not game related but still lol) Hopefully it is warm enough for the skirt

  • satyr16satyr16 Registered User regular
    Nanami17 wrote: »
    I'm planning to do as Konata Izumi (yes i know it is not game related but still lol) Hopefully it is warm enough for the skirt

    Any costumes are welcome! Just be prepared to answer a lot of questions about where your character is from. As for the weather warming up for skirts I'd have mixed opinions on that. Last year I wore the equivalent of a kilt as part of my costume and I was freezing my hairy man legs off. Once you're in the center everything is nice and cozy, so depending on where you want to walk outside, be prepared.

  • ishtraishtra Long IslandRegistered User regular
    Nanami17 wrote: »
    I'm planning to do as Konata Izumi (yes i know it is not game related but still lol) Hopefully it is warm enough for the skirt

    If you are staying in the Westin - go for it, if you are staying such that you'd be walking outside - either put leggings on then pack in a checked bag, or I'd suggest do something else - I did a skirt while staying at the Renn and it was Chilly!

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  • Alcatraz01852Alcatraz01852 Registered User new member
    I might be attending as a Navy SEAL as I have almost complete kit almost exact to what you saw in MoH: Warfighter. Might be cool.

  • ArcanicEightArcanicEight Registered User regular
    edited January 2013
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    Finally got the glasses. So that's one day figured out at least.

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  • RegimentRegiment Registered User regular
    I've bought the pattern for the 10th Doctor's coat. I'm hoping to get the fabrics for less than $60, which is about how much I've been told they should cost. All I need past that is elbow patches for the 11th, and to not lose patience with my hair until after PAX. I don't know how the Doctor can stand it.

    I never lose, I just win sideways.
  • HostileParadoxHostileParadox Registered User regular
    edited January 2013
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    Been working on my Support cosplay on and off since September. Crunch time. Less then 2 months to go.

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  • thedandmomthedandmom Registered User regular
    I seriously can't pick what i'm going to be this year.
    My current choices
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    y_zps9ecd53d0.jpg Yveltal

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  • satyr16satyr16 Registered User regular
    thedandmom wrote: »
    I seriously can't pick what i'm going to be this year.
    My current choices
    kay_experiment_073_by_kaitsurinn-d4dghaf.jpg from my webcomic Experiment073
    leavannycostumedesign.jpg Leavanny
    cresslia_zpsf3b90a65.jpg
    y_zps9ecd53d0.jpg Yveltal

    If those pictures are an indicator on what you look like may I suggest a possible Chocolina cosplay?

  • thedandmomthedandmom Registered User regular
    satyr16 wrote: »
    If those pictures are an indicator on what you look like may I suggest a possible Chocolina cosplay?

    I do not have that much of a fit body. Also, are you crazy, it's going to be Boston in the winter.

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  • AmandaGCGAmandaGCG Registered User regular
    Making a Rogue costume from the animated series X-men. Also if I have time doing my own blue spartan armor!

    Also costume I have complete is my Arkham City Catwoman one.
    Here's a spoiler for it:
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  • ArcadiaExeterArcadiaExeter Boston MARegistered User regular
    im going to be adding a merit badge sash to my costume. i want to use it for the Pinny Arcade pins.

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  • Sharkey1337Sharkey1337 Registered User regular
    So what are thoughts on Blue Guns? They're made of rubber and are for training use, and seem to fit the criteria for acceptable prop weapons. Just want to double check with the big wigs on this.
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    Also, rubber training knives like this one?
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  • satyr16satyr16 Registered User regular
    So what are thoughts on Blue Guns? They're made of rubber and are for training use, and seem to fit the criteria for acceptable prop weapons. Just want to double check with the big wigs on this.
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    Also, rubber training knives like this one?
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    Those may be frowned upon. I believe one of the rules states that if it looks like the real counterpart it's not good.

    I also want to know something. Can I still bring a nerf gun, but have everything in the insides gutted? I saw a few nerf guns last year. Saw a Heavy from TF2 last year with a gatling gun nerf gun, among others. I know it says that if it shoots a projectile of any sort it's no good. But if I make it so it can't fire at all will it be acceptable?

  • AaronCAaronC Enforcer - Lieutenant Portland OregonRegistered User regular
    Nerf guns are allowed as long as they are non-functional. How you non-function them is up to you, the best method is gutting them.

    Blue training guns are a very grey area. I know they aren't real, however they are by design accurate replicas. If they are painted black then its a clear violation and not allowed. If they remain blue then its very marginal and I need a chance to think it over and discuss amongst staff so that we present a consistent policy.

  • satyr16satyr16 Registered User regular
    AaronC wrote: »
    Nerf guns are allowed as long as they are non-functional. How you non-function them is up to you, the best method is gutting them.

    Blue training guns are a very grey area. I know they aren't real, however they are by design accurate replicas. If they are painted black then its a clear violation and not allowed. If they remain blue then its very marginal and I need a chance to think it over and discuss amongst staff so that we present a consistent policy.

    On a side note I work for an army/navy chain up here in New England. We sell the same training gun as the other man posted but it is in bright yellow.

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