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COSPLAY basics Otaku (the person)—fans that transform themselves from “real world” identities into chosen fictional characters [creation fans] Cosplay (the act)—a combination of “costume play” Masquerade (the place)—costume competitions at conventions
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Cosplay—art analysis THE UNEXPECTED—Industry DRAMATIZING MESSAGE—Fans
Character reboot (change in canon/mythos) Change in appearance (video game/movie) DRAMATIZING MESSAGE—Fans Masquerades and conventions Websites, weblogs and online journals FANTASY CHAINING—Fans Replications Parody
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CONTEXT OF Cosplay PEOPLE
Cosplayer can be anyone who expresses his/her fandom and passion for a character by dressing and acting similarly to that character Professional or amateur Research is key Dedication to depiction of chosen character
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Context of Cosplay SOCIAL SETTING
Masquerades (costume or performance based) Photo sessions Themed parties Karaoke Club meetings Conventions
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Context of cosplay CHARACTER
Character chosen based on personal criteria Character subgenres Mecha Cyborg Furry Lolita Crossplay Role-playing is an essential skill
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Context of cosplay DRESS Body modifications (padding for muscles)
Makeup, jewelry, wigs or dyed hair Costume Accessories (wands, staffs, swords, etc.) Each otaku determines the extent of his/her transformation
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masquerade COSPLAYER JUDGES SPECTATORS
WwTNnOqzM COSPLAYER Pose/act in skits relevant to character JUDGES Accuracy of costume appearance Construction/detail of dress Entertainment value/accuracy of skit SPECTATORS Use applause, verbal cues and laughter to encourage otakus
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Fan interview Cosplay is a highly social activity. The character provides a protective identity for the cosplayer which may allow for more confident and open interactions. Why do this event? What does this character mean to you? Ask opinion of your artifact? What did focus on when researching? Where/why go to source for research? How would describe event community?
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