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PAX East 2015 Cosplay Thread
arwen_doll16_LOTR
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Welcome to the PAX East 2015 costume thread!
Yes, it has already begun!! Work on a new PAX costume starts as soon as the recovery from the last PAX is over!
What is everyone planning on doing for their costumes for 2015?
Any big ideas or even just concepts of what you might want to do?
Games or other things coming out or are already out that you might want to base a costume off of?
Got any questions about how to make something or need opinions and advice?
Want to show off your work and post pics?
Find more members for your costume group or talk about a costume contest?
You have found the right place, now post to your hearts content!
Can't wait to see everyone's awesome work this year!
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Please keep in mind this post will be updated as often as possible to provide current information.
FAQS:
Are there really that many people that cosplay for PAX?
There are enough of us that you are reading this thread!
I'm not sure if I want to dress up, what do you think?
Dressing up is a personal choice. No one will judge you either way.
Does my costume have to be video game related?
Not at all! There are a wide variety of costumes from all themes in geek culture from Doctor Who to Power Rangers, anime to video games! If you want to wear a costume then do it!
I am a beginner at costume making, any advice?
Many people will have many different things to say about this. At the heart of it all is to stick to your comfort zone. Never sewn a thing in your life? Don't make a full Princess Peach gown. Start out with something simple enough that you can make it, and make it well enough for YOU to be proud of. Don't get intimidated by others. Many people who do the large scale things have been at this a while. Also, nothing wrong with taking some pieces from your own wardrobe or the store and using them.
I have a cool prop weapon, can I bring it!? (this is the biggest one of all so please read on carefully!)
Please refer to these rules first and use common sense. If you ABSOLUTELY cannot find the answer to your question then please put them in a message to AaronC who is the security manager of PAX.
Do not flood him with questions if your answer can be found here!!!
NEW PAX ATTENDEE COSTUME WEAPON POLICY
The official policy is as follows:
Weapons Check Policies
All prop weapons brought to the show MUST be approved at the Info Booth as soon as you arrive. We will be looking for the following criteria:
It cannot fire any sort of projectile. (Nerf guns are only allowed if they have been deactivated and cannot fire.)
It cannot be an airsoft weapon. (Yes, even if it’s deactivated.)
It cannot be sharp or pointy enough to cut or pierce someone with moderate pressure. This includes all real swords, daggers and knives. It also includes ceramic blades, needles, syringes and anything that can pierce (for example, a Little Sister syringe made of wood would not be allowed)
Upon approval, your weapon and badge will be tagged and cataloged.
What kind of restrictions on clothing are there?
As an attendee the only restriction is that your man or lady bits are not showing. For women your breasts should be covered as well. If you (as an attendee, not a paid employee of an exhibitor) want to wear the equivalent of a bikini, you can.
The restrictions for clothing apply to people working for Exhibitors (do not worry about these rules unless you are working for an Exhibitor, in that case, please refer to your employer).
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THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND IF GOING IN COSTUME:
*See weapons policy and peace bonding sections above for prop weapons (this really can't be stressed enough!)
*You will want to wear comfortable shoes. Shoes are required at all times anyways. Even if they do not match this is a HUGE deal. If you don't think you can walk all day in them, then don't do it.
*You will most likely get stopped for photos (especially if your costume is good). If you don't feel like it then simply tell the person that you are not doing pictures right now but to come find you later, the main thing is to be polite. Keep in mind also that some people are fans of "ninja photos", they walk by and nonchalantly snap a photo of you while you are simply standing there or eating, or...anything really. Once again be polite and sometimes you may even offer to take a nice photo for them (without your mouth full of food!).
*When taking pictures try to move out of the crowd and off to the side where there is less traffic (I am sure the person wanting the picture will also understand).
*The convention center will be hot. Keep this in mind especially for costumes with layers. Fake layers (fake collars, half sleeves that are sewn into a shirt to make it look like layers etc.) are all neat tricks to saving you from sweating like crazy.
*Weight of a costume can be a big issue. Think about it practically. If you can't carry the weight of a costume on you for the time that you will be in the center then don't wear it. Try to lighten up the load with hollow structures and the like. Remember that costumes don't always have to be the exact proportions of the original to look good.
*Costume size can also be a problem. Keep in mind that you will be wearing this into a convention center full of tons of people. No one wants to get smacked in the face by your giant Jesse from Pokemon wig or by your Final Fantasy bigger than a person sword.
*Swag is a very common thing, try to have a plan of where you will keep all your awesome shirts, buttons, magnets, games, etc. Matching bags are always a popular option. Having a buddy to help carry your stuff is also another option. Please note, there is no coat check or spare room to keep stuff in for attendees. It all depends on personal preference but is something to keep in mind.
*Freshness can be a little lacking by the third day of being in costume (this is not meant to offend anyone but this should be addressed). Try to change at least any underlayers to your costume everyday. If this can't happen then try to hang up the costume in your room for the night so that it can at least air out (febreeze isn't a bad option either). Wear deodorant and any other freshening toiletries that you prefer and shower each day to keep yourself and your costume nice and fresh.
*Finally, it is a good idea to carry a few safety pins (or your costume equivalent) with you to make on the fly repairs while at the convention center. Accidents happen, especially the more people you add to a situation. It would be a shame for someone to step on the hem of Kaylee's Fluffy Layer Cake Dress and have it rip and leave you exposed.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
GROUPS:
If you have a group page that you would like to have posted here then please PM me!
Keep in mind that most groups make a Facebook page to connect and organize through since things can get lost easily on this thread.
Mass Effect
(This is a closed Facebook group, if you would like membership then please make sure that you either message me (arwen_doll16_LOTR) here on the PA forums, or make your albums with your Mass Effect costume progress public so that an admin will approve you.)
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
GROUP MEETUP TIMES AND LOCATIONS:
TBA
Please contact me in a PM if you would like any listed here.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
CONTESTS:
TBA
Please contact me in a PM if you would like any listed here.
Yes, it has already begun!! Work on a new PAX costume starts as soon as the recovery from the last PAX is over!
What is everyone planning on doing for their costumes for 2015?
Any big ideas or even just concepts of what you might want to do?
Games or other things coming out or are already out that you might want to base a costume off of?
Got any questions about how to make something or need opinions and advice?
Want to show off your work and post pics?
Find more members for your costume group or talk about a costume contest?
You have found the right place, now post to your hearts content!
Can't wait to see everyone's awesome work this year!
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Please keep in mind this post will be updated as often as possible to provide current information.
FAQS:
Are there really that many people that cosplay for PAX?
There are enough of us that you are reading this thread!
I'm not sure if I want to dress up, what do you think?
Dressing up is a personal choice. No one will judge you either way.
Does my costume have to be video game related?
Not at all! There are a wide variety of costumes from all themes in geek culture from Doctor Who to Power Rangers, anime to video games! If you want to wear a costume then do it!
I am a beginner at costume making, any advice?
Many people will have many different things to say about this. At the heart of it all is to stick to your comfort zone. Never sewn a thing in your life? Don't make a full Princess Peach gown. Start out with something simple enough that you can make it, and make it well enough for YOU to be proud of. Don't get intimidated by others. Many people who do the large scale things have been at this a while. Also, nothing wrong with taking some pieces from your own wardrobe or the store and using them.
I have a cool prop weapon, can I bring it!? (this is the biggest one of all so please read on carefully!)
Please refer to these rules first and use common sense. If you ABSOLUTELY cannot find the answer to your question then please put them in a message to AaronC who is the security manager of PAX.
Do not flood him with questions if your answer can be found here!!!
NEW PAX ATTENDEE COSTUME WEAPON POLICY
The official policy is as follows:
Weapons Check Policies
All prop weapons brought to the show MUST be approved at the Info Booth as soon as you arrive. We will be looking for the following criteria:
It cannot fire any sort of projectile. (Nerf guns are only allowed if they have been deactivated and cannot fire.)
It cannot be an airsoft weapon. (Yes, even if it’s deactivated.)
It cannot be sharp or pointy enough to cut or pierce someone with moderate pressure. This includes all real swords, daggers and knives. It also includes ceramic blades, needles, syringes and anything that can pierce (for example, a Little Sister syringe made of wood would not be allowed)
Upon approval, your weapon and badge will be tagged and cataloged.
What kind of restrictions on clothing are there?
As an attendee the only restriction is that your man or lady bits are not showing. For women your breasts should be covered as well. If you (as an attendee, not a paid employee of an exhibitor) want to wear the equivalent of a bikini, you can.
The restrictions for clothing apply to people working for Exhibitors (do not worry about these rules unless you are working for an Exhibitor, in that case, please refer to your employer).
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND IF GOING IN COSTUME:
*See weapons policy and peace bonding sections above for prop weapons (this really can't be stressed enough!)
*You will want to wear comfortable shoes. Shoes are required at all times anyways. Even if they do not match this is a HUGE deal. If you don't think you can walk all day in them, then don't do it.
*You will most likely get stopped for photos (especially if your costume is good). If you don't feel like it then simply tell the person that you are not doing pictures right now but to come find you later, the main thing is to be polite. Keep in mind also that some people are fans of "ninja photos", they walk by and nonchalantly snap a photo of you while you are simply standing there or eating, or...anything really. Once again be polite and sometimes you may even offer to take a nice photo for them (without your mouth full of food!).
*When taking pictures try to move out of the crowd and off to the side where there is less traffic (I am sure the person wanting the picture will also understand).
*The convention center will be hot. Keep this in mind especially for costumes with layers. Fake layers (fake collars, half sleeves that are sewn into a shirt to make it look like layers etc.) are all neat tricks to saving you from sweating like crazy.
*Weight of a costume can be a big issue. Think about it practically. If you can't carry the weight of a costume on you for the time that you will be in the center then don't wear it. Try to lighten up the load with hollow structures and the like. Remember that costumes don't always have to be the exact proportions of the original to look good.
*Costume size can also be a problem. Keep in mind that you will be wearing this into a convention center full of tons of people. No one wants to get smacked in the face by your giant Jesse from Pokemon wig or by your Final Fantasy bigger than a person sword.
*Swag is a very common thing, try to have a plan of where you will keep all your awesome shirts, buttons, magnets, games, etc. Matching bags are always a popular option. Having a buddy to help carry your stuff is also another option. Please note, there is no coat check or spare room to keep stuff in for attendees. It all depends on personal preference but is something to keep in mind.
*Freshness can be a little lacking by the third day of being in costume (this is not meant to offend anyone but this should be addressed). Try to change at least any underlayers to your costume everyday. If this can't happen then try to hang up the costume in your room for the night so that it can at least air out (febreeze isn't a bad option either). Wear deodorant and any other freshening toiletries that you prefer and shower each day to keep yourself and your costume nice and fresh.
*Finally, it is a good idea to carry a few safety pins (or your costume equivalent) with you to make on the fly repairs while at the convention center. Accidents happen, especially the more people you add to a situation. It would be a shame for someone to step on the hem of Kaylee's Fluffy Layer Cake Dress and have it rip and leave you exposed.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
GROUPS:
If you have a group page that you would like to have posted here then please PM me!
Keep in mind that most groups make a Facebook page to connect and organize through since things can get lost easily on this thread.
Mass Effect
(This is a closed Facebook group, if you would like membership then please make sure that you either message me (arwen_doll16_LOTR) here on the PA forums, or make your albums with your Mass Effect costume progress public so that an admin will approve you.)
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
GROUP MEETUP TIMES AND LOCATIONS:
TBA
Please contact me in a PM if you would like any listed here.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
CONTESTS:
TBA
Please contact me in a PM if you would like any listed here.
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Even if its plastic, make sure its not too pokey at the end. But yea, the rules are pretty clear, if its important to you to bring, err on the side of caution.
TL;DR: Is a 'deactivated' airsoft gun just one that doesnt shoot but still has the parts in it, or will it be acceptable if i use nothing but the outer clamp shell and orange tip.
hopefully someone who is involved with weapons policy will reply with a definitive answer, but i'd lean towards that's probably not ok. i think the reason airsoft is banned regardless of functionality is because the realistic look could cause them to be mistaken for a real weapon "on second glance" (the orange tip being insufficient at a reasonable distance). again, i'm no authority, but if i were you i'd start working on a backup plan.
(I am also a medieval reenactor. I carry weapons through public places all the time to get to where I am performing or practicing. The public will be stupid as it usually is but police do not have a problem unless you are being a jerk about it. Don't go waving things around threateningly. And if an officer does stop you then simply let them know it is part of a costume and offer to let them see it if they would like.)
The official PAX policy is as follows:
Weapons Check Policies
All prop weapons brought to the show MUST be approved at the Info Booth as soon as you arrive. We will be looking for the following criteria:
It cannot fire any sort of projectile. (Nerf guns are only allowed if they have been deactivated and cannot fire.)
It cannot be an airsoft weapon. (Yes, even if it’s deactivated.)
It cannot be sharp or pointy enough to cut or pierce someone with moderate pressure. This includes all real swords, daggers and knives. It also includes ceramic blades, needles, syringes and anything that can pierce (for example, a Little Sister syringe made of wood would not be allowed)
Upon approval, your weapon and badge will be tagged and cataloged.
I am not officially involved with weapons policy. You would need to talk to AaronC about that.
The official PAX policy is as follows:
Weapons Check Policies
All prop weapons brought to the show MUST be approved at the Info Booth as soon as you arrive. We will be looking for the following criteria:
It cannot fire any sort of projectile. (Nerf guns are only allowed if they have been deactivated and cannot fire.)
It cannot be an airsoft weapon. (Yes, even if it’s deactivated.)
It cannot be sharp or pointy enough to cut or pierce someone with moderate pressure. This includes all real swords, daggers and knives. It also includes ceramic blades, needles, syringes and anything that can pierce (for example, a Little Sister syringe made of wood would not be allowed)
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I know that you said you're not skinny but you could try Ryuk the shinigami from Death Note.
Wondering if theres any good vidya solutions out there.
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Also, just as a reminder, everyone posting pictures needs to make sure that they're less than 500k. Anything larger will be removed by the mods.
As for my plans, if I can grow my hair out long enough in time, I'd like to do a Marshall Lee cosplay from Adventure time. I did Simon Petrikov a couple years back and plan on bringing that back as well for another day. For the third, I have a couple options: Leon Kennedy (either RE4 or RPD uniform), Kazuhira Miller (MGS V), random modern assassin (Assassin's Creed) or Aiden Pearce (Watch Dogs). The Adventure Time stuff is pretty much all done, everything else has bits but need to be completed.
This PAX East I have a friend of mine going as a Big Daddy (Delta, from Bioshock 2 to be exact) , if we can finish it in time. I hope he can handle it because I know what it was like in my Rocket cosplay and a Big Daddy's probably going to me a lot hotter and a lot more bulky... Well I hope that goes well.
I'm going to be going as a little sister one day too, I have a friend lending me their cosplay for that thankfully.
AND THEN The rest of the time I plan on going as Commander Shepard, but with Terminus Assault Armor if I have enough time. If the big daddy takes up most of my time then I 'll just go with the default N7 armor.
Oh yah and I have a question. I got a bit of "unwanted attention" last year. Anyone know if PAX East has a cosplay does not equal consent thing going?
This is definitely important to consider. Though it may be freezing outside being in an open building with several tens of thousands of people will get hot quickly. Have friends with you that can hold water (if your costume cant allow it). I would also advise (again if your costume allows it) to invest in a hydration bladder, definitely a life saver. Try proper ventilation in your costume too. Spent all weekend sweating in a trenchcoat from my Merchant RE4 costume. Definitely take it into consideration.
Another point to get across is places to store belongings such as wallets, phones, and keys for hotel or car. Personally I prefer to keep these on me at all times should I need any of them so incorporating a pocket/compartment to store these items is a plus.
As for "unwanted attention", maybe they can incorporate that rule onto the PAX tickets themselves like other rules (?). It's something that should be common sense but you know some people.
http://east.paxsite.com/safety-and-security
an excerpt from the safety and security page
With regard to weapons, I used an airsoft gun but... it was a clear, orange-tipped pistol with a broken mechanism and no clip. At the checkpoint, they attempted to force the gun to work before being satisfied it was not operational and allowing it. The simplest thing is to follow the rule to a T. For me, the decision to bring this was last minute, so my costume did not rely on my having it and I would not have been upset if I couldn't use it or if they threw it away. It was headed for the trash anyway.
I might try and go as casual Shepard for one of the days as well. (N7 jacket, cargos pants and N7 dogtags)
Here's the first cosplay, but I'm going to be wearing Desert Tri-Color Crye G3 pants in the final version and a replica Ops-Core helmet.
I also might do my casual Shepard again this year (don't know if the dancing will make another appearance though haha)
Cosplay is all about expressing your creativity in any way you can. Yours might be inexpensive, but it's certainly a super-creative. Don't short change yourself! Its a great idea and a great cosplay