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We're pleased to add our 4th member to our cosplay line up - Shonarrrrgh Cosplay Shonarrrrgh is a local cosplayer based in the middle of nowhere but travels to conventions all over the island, mostly being in belfast and Dublin Relatively new and rapidly rising in the scene, every cosplay is an adventure in unknown territory learning as she goes and making every cosplay a challenge. She mostly cosplays characters she finds inspiring and wishes she could be more like from anime and games, but the occasional just for a laugh cosplay appears too. Cosplay has opened so many doors for Shonarrrrgh and she is using it as a way to further improve her skills and to conquer her fears and anxieties. She has found that through cosplay she has met so many wonderful people and with being in costume is finding it easier to socialise and is currently trying to overcome stage fright. If you wish to check out more of what she does you can find her here www.Facebook.com/shonarrrrrghcosplay where she posts updates on what she's working on and how she makes everything. if you have any queries she's happy to chat.

We're pleased to add DizzieDee to our guest lineup - DizzieDee Cosplay Dizzy is a Welsh Cosplayer, cosplaying for 4 years, inspired by her love of video games, comic books and cartoons. Always trying to improve herself and her crafts, there's no limit of things she is willing to try when it comes to fabrics, materials and electronics. Dizzy favours bizarre and obscure characters who inspire her, and has a weak spot for antiheroes. With over 20 costumes sewn Dizzy is still improving and hopes to be able to share her knowledge and experiences with others. FB - https://www.facebook.com/DizzieDeeCosplay

Animeleague Cosplay are pleased to release a provisional version of the timetable for the Cosplay Stage. Please note this is provisional and times/events are subject to changes. If you wish to signup for the Cosplay Masquerade, please read this topic here. Brackets indicates which cosplay guest/s is holding the talk. SATURDAY 11am - Cosplay Stars Q&A Midday - X-Men Cosplay World Record Attempt 12:30pm - Cosplay for Begineers (MattHolden) 1pm - LARPing Begineer's Guide (ArtyFakes) 1:30pm - Props & Armour (StaceyRebecca) 2pm - Performance in Cosplay (AndyValentine) 3pm - Cosplay Masquerade 4pm - Male Representation in Cosplay 5pm - Patterning Guide for Armour/Fabric (AnnaS + NeroliCosplay) SUNDAY 11am - Cosplay Community 101 (Animeleague) 11.30am - Cosplay and Media (Chiquitita & League of Extraordinary Cosplayer) Midday - Competitive Cosplaying Guide (Ben Hunt) 1pm - Mental Health & Cosplay (AndyValentine) 2pm - Anti-Bullying - 'Too Small for Superman?' (MattHolden) 3pm - Cosplay Masquerade 4pm - Cosplaying on a Budget (AnnaS + StaceyRebecca) 4:30pm - Sewing Construction (Chiquitita)

Animeleague is pleased to reveal the lineup of Cosplay Stars for Cardiff Film & Comic Con. Andy Valentine Cosplay Andy Valentine (Valentine Cosplay) is a cosplayer and prop maker based out of Bristol in the UK. With a deep and long-term love of gaming, Andy favours cosplaying video game characters, and most enjoys the darker and twisted villains of various gaming genres. If it involves mud, blood and scars, he's all over it. Professionally, he spends his days making replica props and bringing weapons and costumes from the screen to life. He has a constantly painty, resiny odour, and if something in the house isn't covered in paint, it's probably covered in cat hair. Anna-S Anna is a London based cosplayer with a keen interest in sewing. She started off cosplaying superheroes and mastering spandex but has since moved on to film, TV and video games. She has also competed in competitions like ECG. Anna could quite happily make costumes for herself and others but never wear them as its the making process she loves most, not the actual wearing of them. Ever time she makes something new she tries to incorporate a new skill or technique no matter how easy or difficult it might be, but her main love will always be sewing spandex. Facebook: Anna S (https://www.facebook.com/AnnaKS100) Instagram: AnnaS100 (http://instagram.com/annas100) Lisa-Marie Lisa has been attending conventions for 5 years, and cosplaying for 3. After admiring the brilliant costumes she saw at the events, she had to try it out herself and has been hooked ever since. Lisa loves the simple fact that through cosplay she can become all of her favourite fictional characters, if just for the day. LFCC in 2010 was in fact her first convention in cosplay, so an anniversary of sorts. She has made around 30 costumes in 3 years, and her collection keeps growing. She has cosplayed all sorts of characters from Lara Croft and Amy Pond to Disney Princesses and Comic Book heroines learning different techniques and using new materials as she goes. Lisa is delighted to be appearing at Cardiff as a cosplay star guest. https://www.facebook.com/LisaMarieCosplay DizzieDee Cosplay Dizzy is a Welsh Cosplayer, cosplaying for 4 years, inspired by her love of video games, comic books and cartoons. Always trying to improve herself and her crafts, there's no limit of things she is willing to try when it comes to fabrics, materials and electronics. Dizzy favours bizarre and obscure characters who inspire her, and has a weak spot for antiheroes. With over 20 costumes sewn Dizzy is still improving and hopes to be able to share her knowledge and experiences with others. FB - https://www.facebook.com/DizzieDeeCosplay

Animeleague is pleased to reveal the lineup of Cosplay Stars for Winter London Film & Comic Con. StaceyRebecca Stacey Rebecca is an alternative model and cosplayer from London, England - best known for her viral Mary Jane cosplay. Part of the Sexy Cosplay Girls team, she helps to scout locations, lend a hand on shoots and interview the very best cosplay models, as well as modelling for the site herself. Stacey has recently started her international convention adventure and has been a guest and masquerade judge at several UK conventions this year. In her spare time Stacey likes to study mathematics, play Xbox, eat sweet chewy things and play with power tools. FB - https://www.facebook.com/StaceyRebeccaAltModel Tabitha ArtyFakes Tabitha lyons has been in the prop industry for nearly 15 years. Even though she is quite new to the Cosplay scene she's has been dressing up for LARP since she was 8. Tabitha works full time in the family business at Artyfakes Action Props which started in 2007 Artyfakes specialises in Foam and Latex for film, TV, theatre, gaming and much more! FB Page - https://www.facebook.com/TabithaArtyfakes Ben Hunt Benjamin Hunt [Enja Cosplay] is a London based cosplayer and all round geek. In 2011 he represented the UK in the first Season of the European Cosplay Gathering in Paris, getting dropped right in the deep end of competitive cosplay! Since then he's represented the UK in Eurocosplay and ECG Season 4 as well as winning the final of Cosplay World Masters. He also puts his competition experience to good use in running new events in the UK. FB - https://www.facebook.com/EnjaCosplay Chiquitita Chiquitita is a spanish cosplayer based in London with a passion for sewing, designing and all forms of costume. She has been cosplaying at conventions for 5 years whilst studying fashion and design for stage and screen. She has a keen interest in period costume, millinery and corsetry and loves to apply these skills to her cosplays. FB Page @ http://www.facebook.com/ChiquititaCosplay Andy Valentine Cosplay Andy Valentine (Valentine Cosplay) is a cosplayer and prop maker based out of Bristol in the UK. With a deep and long-term love of gaming, Andy favours cosplaying video game characters, and most enjoys the darker and twisted villains of various gaming genres. If it involves mud, blood and scars, he's all over it. Professionally, he spends his days making replica props and bringing weapons and costumes from the screen to life. He has a constantly painty, resiny odour, and if something in the house isn't covered in paint, it's probably covered in cat hair. Matt Holden Matt first started attending events since 2008 and was introduced to cosplay in late 2009. Since then he has become well known for his portrayal of David Tennants version of The Doctor from Doctor Who. In addition to the Doctor, Matt has recreated costumes from some of Tennants Theatre roles, his favourite being Benedick from the 2011 production of Shakespeares Much Ado About Nothing. For Matt cosplay is very much a hobby, and one that he uses to help raise money for good causes alongside a number of Charity cosplay groups. It is Matts belief that cosplay should be focused on having fun, it does not matter if an outfit is made or bought, well known or obscure, screen accurate or styled on, the key thing is enjoyment, because lets face if youre not enjoying yourself then whats the point? FB: http://www.facebook.com/mh10th and www.matt-holden.com Anna-S Anna is a London based cosplayer with a keen interest in sewing. She started off cosplaying superheroes and mastering spandex but has since moved on to film, TV and video games. She has also competed in competitions like ECG. Anna could quite happily make costumes for herself and others but never wear them as its the making process she loves most, not the actual wearing of them. Ever time she makes something new she tries to incorporate a new skill or technique no matter how easy or difficult it might be, but her main love will always be sewing spandex. Facebook: Anna S (https://www.facebook.com/AnnaKS100) Instagram: AnnaS100 (http://instagram.com/annas100)

Animeleague is pleased to reveal the lineup of Cosplay Stars for Belfast Film & Comic Con. Pompberry Cosplay Pompberry is a Brazilian artist, cosplayer, and makeup artist based in Dublin. She started coplaying over 7 years ago and has used cosplay as a form of learning and perfecting new skills like sewing, sculpting, painting, amongst others. She loves the power of transformation that cosplay and makeup allows you to have and contributes to the cosplaying community by making tutorials, showing cosplayers new and experienced that you can cosplay on a budget and still get fantastic results. Now she's specializing in prosthetic makeup and intends to incorporate that into her future cosplays. FB: https://www.facebook.com/pompberrycosplay CyanideKissesCosplay CyanideKissesCosplay, started costuming and Alternative Modelling in 2008, but only established a page back in February 2013. Secretary by day, Super Villain by night, she spends her free time making costumes and working with various charities and costuming clubs who benefit charities, Volunteer coordinator for Dublin Comic Con two years running, and is looking forward to next year already. FB: https://www.facebook.com/CyanideKissesCosplay Widdle Wade Stephen aka Widdle Wade is a voice actor by trade and a costumer and prop maker. He has been actively costuming since 2011, most notably as Deadpool at New York Comic Con, contributing tutorials and tips on his page as well as an air of brevity where needed. He is an activist for equality within the cosplay community, and is a formidable voice within the Irish scene. He deals closely with many charitable organisations such as the Emerald Garrison and Dublin Comic Con. But mostly he is just out to have fun and put a few smiles onto peoples faces. FB: https://www.facebook.com/WadesWiddleWorkshop Shonarrrrgh Cosplay Shonarrrrgh is a local cosplayer based in the middle of nowhere but travels to conventions all over the island, mostly being in belfast and Dublin Relatively new and rapidly rising in the scene, every cosplay is an adventure in unknown territory learning as she goes and making every cosplay a challenge. She mostly cosplays characters she finds inspiring and wishes she could be more like from anime and games, but the occasional just for a laugh cosplay appears too. Cosplay has opened so many doors for Shonarrrrgh and she is using it as a way to further improve her skills and to conquer her fears and anxieties. She has found that through cosplay she has met so many wonderful people and with being in costume is finding it easier to socialise and is currently trying to overcome stage fright. If you wish to check out more of what she does you can find her here www.Facebook.com/shonarrrrrghcosplay where she posts updates on what she's working on and how she makes everything. if you have any queries she's happy to chat.

Animeleague Cosplay are pleased to reveal the lineup of Cosplay Stars for Sheffield Comic Con. Matt Holden Matt first started attending events since 2008 and was introduced to cosplay in late 2009. Since then he has become well known for his portrayal of David Tennants version of The Doctor from Doctor Who. In addition to the Doctor, Matt has recreated costumes from some of Tennants Theatre roles, his favourite being Benedick from the 2011 production of Shakespeares Much Ado About Nothing. For Matt cosplay is very much a hobby, and one that he uses to help raise money for good causes alongside a number of Charity cosplay groups. It is Matts belief that cosplay should be focused on having fun, it does not matter if an outfit is made or bought, well known or obscure, screen accurate or styled on, the key thing is enjoyment, because lets face if youre not enjoying yourself then whats the point? FB: http://www.facebook.com/mh10th and www.matt-holden.com Journeys In Fandom Team Consisting of Matt Holden, who will also be joined by is partner in crime for the Journeys in Fandom Podcast, Tim Ingham. Tim was the winner of John Barrowmans Tonights the Night search for an alien superstar and appeared alongside both John Barrowman and David Tennant in a special Doctor Who scene written by Russell T Davies as his original character Sao Til. Both Tim and Matt will be kept in check for the day by Laura. As well as making sure the boys (well, Matt) behave, Laura is also an accomplished cosplayer and costume maker in her own right. All three will be attending on Saturday only and will hosting a cosplay panel entitled Too Small for Superman? as well as judging the Saturday Masquerade. Link: http://www.journeysinfandom.com Ms Luna Cosplay Ms Luna Cosplay has been cosplaying now over 2 years and have became a well known figure in the cosplay scene. She mainly does Marvel comic cosplays ranging from the evil mastermind The Crimson Cowl to the hard hitting Ms Marvel, But being a big gamer as well she has done a few game cosplays too. As well as her cosplay she also works for the well known group Women of comic book cosplay, taking photos on there behalf of them at conventions across the UK. So she mixes it up with both photography and cosplay. Shes looking forward to judging the competition and seeing all the fantastic costumes everyone has made. FB: https://www.facebook.com/MsLunaCosplayer

We're pleased to confirm that there will be three Cosplay Star guests at Glasgow - Mimi Moon Mimi Moon is a cosplayer and model with a passion for the quirky, cute and downright weird side of cosplay, as shown through her gruesome Rika Furude cosplay. Mimi Moon only got more serious about cosplay in recent years, although her first cosplay was Alessa Gillespie when she was 15, still unaware of what cosplay was! She loves gorey anime, Adventure Time, Final Fantasy and The Legend of Zelda. FB: https://www.facebook.com/MimiMoonModel Aranel Cosplay Aranel is a Scottish born cosplayer that has been making costumes for over 8 years now. There are over 90 handmade cosplays in her portfolio, not including commissions for others. She is completely self taught and has won several cosplay competitions in the country. Aranel has also guested and judged at multiple events, including internationally, as well as running the cosplay section at a big Scottish event. As a genuine geek she has a love of table top gaming, comics and anime. She likes to be challenged and is always looking for unique designs to bring to life! FB: https://www.facebook.com/aranel0cosplay LaLa Lulu Cosplay La La Lulu has been a cosplayer for 7 years, And cosplayed over 30 different characters. She is a member of TrancyEstate Cosplay on youtube. FB: https://www.facebook.com/LaLaLuluCosplay

We can also confirm the Cosplay Stage Timetable (and performance events) HERE. There's a huge range of panels featuring some of the world's top cosplayers, check it out!

We can also confirm the Cosplay Stage Timetable (and performance events) HERE. There's a huge range of panels featuring some of the world's top cosplayers, check it out!

Animeleague shall be taking Cosplay to the Next Level with a £250 prize for the winner of the Cosplay Championship on Sunday at 5pm (judged by Ivy Doomkitty and some of the world's leading cosplayers), and £100 prizes to the winners of the Cosplay Masquerade on Saturday at 2:45pm and 2pm Sunday. * * * The Cosplay Stage timetable is now released. Here it is - IMPORTANT - This year the Cosplay is on more than one stage. In addition to the Cosplay Stage, the following stage events take place that everyone can join by signing up at the Cosplay Desk on the day (signups close 30mins beforehand, or at 2pm for the Talent Show). - Saturday Cosplay Masquerade, Super Stage - 2:45pm (Signup Info HERE) - Saturday Talent Show, Large Stage - 4pm (Signup Info HERE) - Sunday Cosplay Masquerade, Main Stage - 2pm (Signup Info HERE) - Sunday Cosplay Championship, Super Stage - 5pm (Signup Info HERE) - The Cosplay Stars Q&A (featuring Ivy Doomkitty and most of our cosplay guests) will also be on the Main Stage Sunday at 3pm. COSPLAY STAGE SATURDAY 10am - Cosplay Community Q&A 11am - Competitive Cosplaying (Ben Hunt & Laura Sindall) Midday - Male Representation in Cosplay Panel 1pm - So they say you shouldn't cosplay..(Ivy Doomkitty & StaceyRebecca) 2pm - (Comics) Storyboard Artists 3pm - AsianPop Dancing Performances (Featuring TBC) 4pm - (Comics) The Star Wars Artists Mike Mayhew 5pm - Photography & Cosplay (Ivy Doomkitty) COSPLAY STAGE SUNDAY 10am - Cosplay Modelling Panel (StaceyRebecca & Lady Noctis) 11am - Cosplay Performance Guide (Andy Valentine & TBC) 11.30am - Cosplay in the Media (League of Extraordinary Cosplayers) Midday - Cosplay for Beginneers (Stacey & KellyJean) 12.30pm - Costumes & Props (Stacey & Tabitha) 1pm - Cosplay Etiquette & Anti-Bullying (Lady Noctis) 1:30pm - Deconstructing Costumes (Ben Hunt & Laura Sindall) 2pm - (Comics) Storyboarding Game of Thrones (Will Simpson) 3pm - AsianPop Dancing Performances (Featuring Himezawa & Others) 4pm - Cosplay Wig Guide (Lady Noctis & Kyokyo Cosplays)

We can confirm this shall take place on the SUPER STAGE on Sunday at 5pm.

Animeleague Cosplay shall be taking Cosplay to the next level at London Film and Comic Con (run by Showmasters) this 11-13 July, the UK's #1 event for Comics, Film, Cosplay, Anime and Gaming. We're pleased to present a series of exciting announcements; LFCC Cosplay Championship with a £250 prize. The event will see it's first ever Cosplay Championship with a massive £250 prize for the winner. Cosplayers are invited to show that they are the best in the UK, with an empathesis on each entrant preparing a full performance/skit to the entertain the audience. You can read how to enter HERE, all applications need to be made beforehand. For those who are more casual, the Cosplay Masquerades shall still take place on each day in addition to the Championship, with £100 prize for the winners of each. Go read how to enter that HERE, and you may also sign up on the day. Ivy Doomkitty Confirmed as Cosplay Star Guest alongside a dozen of UK's leading Cosplayers. In a UK first, world-famous cosplayer Ivy Doomkitty shall be flying in to guest at this year's London Film and Comic Con. There are also 11 other of the UK's top cosplayers now confirmed including the likes of Kelly Jean, Tabitha Artyfakes and StaceyRebecca. Go check out the full cosplay guest lineup now HERE.

Featuring Ivy Doomkitty who shall be attending LFCC in a UK-first, Animeleague Cosplay are pleased to announce our biggest and best ever lineup of Cosplay Stars for this year! Ivy Doomkitty Ivy Doomkitty is an International Costume Designer/Cosplayer, Host, Artist, Gamer, and Figure Model for comic book artist/writer, Frank Cho, based in Los Angeles. Ivy had been attending conventions for many years, before deciding to take the plunge by showing her fandom through cosplay. She now uses this new found passion to create her own costumes and use them to bring to life her favorite characters from gaming and comics as well as creating a positive impact in the cosplay community. She strives to show others in the community that you can do something you love, regardless of gender, skin color, sexual orientation, body shape/size, etc. Ivy was recently the Featured Cosplayer on the Premier Episode of the webseries, "Cospladies", a short documentary on the trials, tribulations, and love of cosplay. Ivy is also a member of the West Coast Avengers/Avengers Initiative, taking part in charity events in Southern California. Ivy heavily promotes the art of Cosplay at every convention that she is a guest at, including participating in panels, judging the costume contest, and meeting many fans that are interested in starting in the craft. In the past, she has interviewed some incredible talent, including Stan Lee, Lou Ferrigno, Arthur Suydam, Michael Golden, and more. She has also written comic book reviews, in addition to presenting and hosting costume contests. FB Page - http://www.facebook.com/ivydoomkittyivy StaceyRebecca Stacey Rebecca is an alternative model and cosplayer from London, England - best known for her viral Mary Jane cosplay. Part of the Sexy Cosplay Girls team, she helps to scout locations, lend a hand on shoots and interview the very best cosplay models, as well as modelling for the site herself. Stacey has recently started her international convention adventure and has been a guest and masquerade judge at several UK conventions this year. In her spare time Stacey likes to study mathematics, play Xbox, eat sweet chewy things and play with power tools. FB - https://www.facebook.com/StaceyRebeccaAltModel Kelly Jean Hi, my name is Kelly Jean and this will be my second time attending LFCC as a guest. You may vaguely recognise me as the Lilith in the Rexon Borderlands video (my band!) or the latest Sneaky Zebra video I helped organise. I'll be holding an updated panel on 'cosplay for beginners', since I've ran a lot of workshops for kids and teenagers on how to get into the hobby (including for the Barbican museum, Bexley Gov. for their Anime and Manga society, GEEK and several comic stores). I'll also be judging the masquerade sometime on the weekend (I've judged for the Japanese arts festival, GEEK, HYPER JAPAN and a bunch I'm probably forgetting!). I'll be hanging around the Cosplay Zone so please feel free to come on by and chat to me about Cosplay. FB - https://www.facebook.com/kellyjeanartist Tabitha ArtyFakes Tabitha lyons has been in the prop industry for nearly 15 years. Even though she is quite new to the Cosplay scene she's has been dressing up for LARP since she was 8. Tabitha works full time in the family business at Artyfakes Action Props which started in 2007 Artyfakes specialises in Foam and Latex for film, TV, theatre, gaming and much more! FB Page - https://www.facebook.com/TabithaArtyfakes Laura Sindall Laura is a London based cosplayer who has been creating costumes for 8 years. During this time she has cosplayed in several different countries around the world including Japan where she represented the UK for the first time at the World Cosplay Summit in 2012, and will be representing her country again at the European Cosplay Gathering in Paris 2014. Laura works as a full time Special Effects artist for Artem, working on exciting films, tv, events and commercials including Prometheus, the London Olympic ceremonies and the official Halo and Titanfall suits for the launch of the games. She has also created several other costumes within the video games industry including Sony, Namco, TecmoKoei, Nintendo, and 2K. Her passion for costume and props has become an integral part of her life, through her work and hobbies. FB - https://www.facebook.com/lsindall Lady Noctis I’m just another dreamer running around in a cape playing superheroes… ok, truth. I’m an aspiring illustrator and model who also likes to play dress up; or as I like to say "I am latex clad superhero". Most people do tend to know me for being the cosplayer all covered in latex. So here is a little bit more about me... I am a penchant for comic books sci-fi, gaming, and have a "small" obsession with a character known as Harley Quinn (though most people knew that already). FB - https://www.facebook.com/LadyNoctisOfficial Ben Hunt Benjamin Hunt [Enja Cosplay] is a London based cosplayer and all round geek. In 2011 he represented the UK in the first Season of the European Cosplay Gathering in Paris, getting dropped right in the deep end of competitive cosplay! Since then he's represented the UK in Eurocosplay and ECG Season 4 as well as winning the final of Cosplay World Masters. He also puts his competition experience to good use in running new events in the UK. FB - https://www.facebook.com/EnjaCosplay Chiquitita Chiquitita is a spanish cosplayer based in London with a passion for sewing, designing and all forms of costume. She has been cosplaying at conventions for 5 years whilst studying fashion and design for stage and screen. She has a keen interest in period costume, millinery and corsetry and loves to apply these skills to her cosplays. FB Page @ http://www.facebook.com/ChiquititaCosplay DizzieDee Welsh based DizzieDee loves to cosplay and is always trying to improve herself and her crafts. She has a degree in mobile, web and games design. She loves to photograph other cosplayers at events, and you can check her photos out at valliescosplay.deviantart.com Dizzie makes all her own props and also loves putting together cosplay groups and working with the local community. FB Page - http://www.facebook.com/DizzieDeeCosplay Emma Langley Soryu I'm a UK based cosplayer who's been cosplaying for 5 years going to many events. I love cosplaying from my favorite Anime and TV series. I'm widely known for cosplaying Asuka from Neon Genesis Evangelion, she's one of my favorite characters so I've cosplayed a lot of her outfits! It's an honor to be chosen as a guest at London Film and Comic Con and I can't wait to meet you all there! FB Page - https://www.facebook.com/EmmaLangleySoryu Kyokyo Cosplays Kyokyo, a recent arrival, has made a dramatic entrance onto the cosplay scene. Using her love of Disney, anime and gaming as her inspiration, Kyokyo's cosplay wish list will enable her to bring many more of her well loved characters to life. Being told that she was "officially too tall" to be a meet and greet princess, Kyokyo used her crafting skills to make one of her dreams come true by becoming Disney characters at conventions. Kyokyo's a friendly individual who loves to meet new people and is excited to attend and be a part of London Film & Comic Con. FB Page - https://www.facebook.com/KyokyoCosplays

If you're looking for the Normal Saturday & Sunday Cosplay Masqueradess or Talent Show, please go to this topic HERE. This rule-set applies to the Cosplay Championship *only* (taking place on Sunday 5pm on the Super Stage), which is a special event taking place on the Sunday of London Film and Comic Con and intended to be a competition challenging the UK's best cosplayers and encourages each entrant to give a proper performance/skit. For this reason the entry requirements are of a higher standard than a typical Cosplay Masquerade. These are as follows; Eligibility for Entry to The Championship To be eligible to enter the competition each participant needs to meet the following criteria: 1. Groups must not be larger than four people, any cash prize awarded will be split between the group equally. Each winning entrant will receive entry to the next event if stated as the prize. 2. Each participant must be aged 18 years old. If under 18 then parental consent must be given if the participant is under age. 3. Costumes must be fully handmade (80%) by the participant. 4. Heavily altered costumes may be entered so long as they meet the 80% handmade costume criteria. (If you need help identifying if your costume is eligible please e-mail your costume with breakdown of handmade items to cosplay@animeleague.com) 5. Any Character may be entered for the Championship including original characters. However original characters must be accompanied with a full character concept and construction breakdown.) 6. All props rules must be followed and abided by to enter. 7. The participant is not required to perform a skit but it is highly recommended they do so. 8. We will allow on the day entries up until 3pm Sunday, but please ensure your application means the criteria. Judging Criteria (Each criteria is weighted evenly) Costumes will be judged in three areas by our professional judging team. Judging will occur beforehand with a pre-judging session (time TBC) for one hour, and during their performance. 1. Craftsmanship - The quality of the costume and how well it is made. 2. Character - (Including character likeness and character concept) How true the costume and cosplayer is to the idea of the character. Note this does not necessarily mean they should look exactly like the character; we allow your own creative interpretations (crossplay for example), as long as it recognisably feels like the character and the changes made are creatively done.***If you are presenting your original interpretation or character this will be marked based on likeness to information/concept provided to us. 3. Performance - Takes into account your performance and how you interact with the audience; for example your mannerisms, movements and generally how you present yourself. Skits are highly encouraged to get good marks on this. PLEASE NOTE: - the judges decisions are final once made. How To Register All applications must be E-mailed in advance to cosplay@animeleague.com with "COSPLAY CHAMPIONSHIP ENTRY" in the subject title. Pre-Judging details will be announced closer to the event. Your registration will only be accepted if all requirements are fulfilled, please remember costumes must be handmade (80%) your own work. 1. Soundtrack (maximum length two minutes) in appropriate format (MP3 or WAV file, please do not forget to bring a hard copy for the day). 2. Reference picture for Character 3. Full costume details including construction process (must be no longer than one A4 page). If you are submitting an original character, a full costume construction breakdown must be presented with full character concept. This ignores the A4 page restriction. 4. "COSPLAY CHAMPIONSHIP ENTRY" must be included in the subject title. Standard Props Rules as per this topic apply.

The Artists Alley is a space for artists to chill out and draw, to discover new skills, to showcase work and to make friends with other artists. No experience is required and absolute beginneers are more than welcome! We encourage everyone to pin any art they create to the Art Wall where the best drawings will be scanned and showcased online, and the top piece will receive fame and a £20 cash prize. Activities and Contests throughout the Weekend - A preview of what's in store! SATURDAY The Big Draw - Where everyone works together on a large scroll to a common theme. Papercraft - Make awesome creations like this one HERE. Origami Contest - What can you create with a sheet of origami paper? Maybe something awesome like these? Show us your creation. Best creation wins £10 SUNDAY Doodle Wall - Like the Big Draw, everyone works together on the Doodle Wall. Mask Making - We provide the templates, you make fun masks. Cardboard Cosplay Contest - What can you create out of cardboard? Make it, wear it and have a photo taken. Best costume wins £10

How late can you sign up for the masquerade? Provided places are still available, you can sign up on the day. If you want to pre-signup, we ask for you to get your registration in by the end of the Wednesday before the event to allow time for them to be processed.

It'll be mainly Cosplay-focused. VA announcement won't be included in this one.

As a reminder, the Talent Show will be taking place on the Saturday at 4pm on the Cosplay/Anime Stage. The Talent Show can encompass anything from stage performance, to singing, to dancing, to standup. Whatever you happen to be talented in! Make sure you do submit your applications to cosplay@animeleague.com As per always you can read how to apply in the general stage performance (ie: Cosplay and Talent Show) Application topic here - http://showmastersonline.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=80555 Any questions, ask away!

Prepare for a series of big announcements this Sunday at 3pm as we reveal the full plans for Cosplay & Manga for this year's London Film and Comic Con! It's going to be bigger and better than ever this year, so get ready!

Great looking cosplays so far, folks. We're looking forward to this LFCC being the best for cosplay yet. Please remember, any questions you have regarding cosplay, don't hesitate to email us on cosplay@animeleague.com Finally, expect several big announcements over the next few weeks as we confirm our cosplay guests, events and lineup. It's going to be bigger and better than ever this year, so get ready! First announcement to come this Sunday where we shall confirm our guests and provide the full lowdown on the Cosplay Masquerade and the all new Cosplay Championship that shall be run this year.

Hi Luke I'm not sure why you haven't received a reply, and I apologise for that, but can you email me personally on info@animeleague.com asap and I will sort this for you. Worst comes to it, we have space in the Cosplay Zone and our staff would be happy to look after it for you. Many Thanks - Mike.

SATURDAY • 11am Cosplay 101 - Introduction to Cosplay • Midday ACES WEEKLY: Go behind the scenes of the digital comics with David Lloyd and his cohorts • 1pm Cosplay 'The Past and the Present' How Cosplay has grown into an international phenomenon. With Felixize Cosplay and Aranel Cosplay • 1:30pm Cosplay Performance With Andy Valentine • 2pm SPOTLIGHT ON BRYAN TALBOT: The award-winning graphic novelist talks about Luther Arkwright, Alice in Sunderland and more • 3pm Cosplay Masquerade • 4pm INTERNATIONAL ACES: Chris Geary discusses his ambitious tribute to WW1 fighter pilots • 5pm Cosplay Group Photoshoots SUNDAY • 11am SPOTLIGHT ON ALAN GRANT: The acclaimed writer talks about his early days, 2000 AD, Batman and beyond •Midday DOTTER OF HER FATHER'S EYES: Mary Talbot in conversation with her husband Bryan on their graphic novel collaboration • 1pm Cosplay Stars Q&A • 2pm SPOTLIGHT ON DAVID LLOYD: A look back at a career that encompasses so much more than just V for Vendetta • 3pm Cosplay Masquerade • 4pm Cosplay Photography & Spandex 101 With Anna S

SATURDAY • 11am Cosplay 101 - Introduction to Cosplay • Midday INTERNATIONAL ACES: Chris Geary discusses his ambitious tribute to WW1 fighter pilots • 1pm to 1:30pm – Cosplay & Props – With Tim Lucas 1:30pm to 2pm: Cosplay A Performance Guide – Andy Valentine & Dizzie Dee • 2pm SPOTLIGHT ON JOHN WAGNER: The Judge Dredd co-creator looks back on his long career writing British (and US) comics • 3pm Cosplay Masquerade • 4pm WHAT IS IT ABOUT WALES? In conversation with Mike Collins, David Roach and others from the Welsh comics community • 5pm Cosplay Mashup SUNDAY • 11am BEHIND THE DRAWING BOARD: Artists Alberto Ponticelli, Mike Collins and more chat about their life in comics • Midday SPOTLIGHT ON DAVID LLOYD: A look back at a career that encompasses so much more than just V for Vendetta • 1pm Cosplay Community Q&A • 1:30pm Cosplay Stars Q&A • 2pm ACES WEEKLY: Go behind the scenes of the digital comics with David Lloyd and his cohorts • 3pm Cosplay Masquerade ** • 4pm Cosplay Group Photoshoots ** As part of the Masquerade on Sunday we have a special charity event: Our very own Cosplay Star Tim Lucas will be shaving his beard off for charity! http://www.justgiving.com/TimLucas-CardiffComicCon

And confirming the 4th and final cosplay guest for Cardiff! Andy Valentine Website; http://www.facebook....cosplayandprops Andy Valentine is a Bristol based cosplayer, costume design and prop fabricator who constantly aims to push the boundaries of what he's able to create, both in size and attention to detail. Sometimes, OCD has it's benefits. Andy has been a passionate gamer his entire life, and now spends his days creating things that he's grown up over the years. Taking the majority of his design inspiration from games like Fallout and Mass Effect, he loves to craft massive props and suits of armour based on the characters he loves. His motto is "I make cool stuff", and you can't argue with that.