HERE - Comikaze Expo

OFFICIAL RULES
The following rules apply to ALL entrants, be they Individual Entries or Group
Entries. Whether flying solo or in a group of any size, every individual person in
the show will be held to the rules below! Entry into the event is at the
discretion of the event staff, and we reserve the right to reject ANY entrant
whose costume does not adhere to these rules! This also goes for any
entrant displaying disrespectful, rude or hostile behavior.
CATEGORIES
Entries for this year's Comikaze Cosplay Contest will include several categories.
We will have individual entrees for 3rd, 2nd, and 1st place (best in show). Not to
mention our best group entry.
ONE ENTRANT, ONE CATEGORY
Every entrant is limited to participating in ONE category. There will be no multiple
registrations for any individual for more than one category, meaning you may
ONLY register yourself as one member in a Group Entry, OR as an Individual
Entry Participant.
GROUP REGISTRATION
For those groups who are participating in a Group Entry must register the names
of all individual participants and names of your costumes and theme i.e. DC
Comics JLA Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman. Group entries are a
minimum of three (3) to a maximum of five (6) people. That means no more than
6 people are allowed in a group entry! No Exceptions!
COSTUME COMPOSITION
Store-bought costumes are NOT PERMITTED! Your costume needs to be one
you made or modified yourself. Modifications will be carefully assessed by our
judges and must be at least 30% modified from original piece. This applies
specifically to accessories and the body of the costume itself; footwear and
jewelry don't apply. Unfortunately, we cannot accept your entry if your costume
has been commissioned by a costume maker. We do, however, allow props to be
commissioned by prop makers. You are allowed to have had assistance for
approximately 20% of your costume; if you had a friend assist you with your
costume, please inform the judges what work was done. Our judges may ask to
verify that it’s an original construction or to confirm an acceptable amount of
modifications to pre-existing materials. While we do allow for a few minor premade, pre-purchased items, we are looking for craftsmanship and creativity. You
may also give credit to those fellow costumer and costume makers who assisted
you during the construction of your costume entry. Note: Unfortunately, we will
not have any repair kits on hand. You are responsible for your own costume and
its integrity.
For children 6 and up modifications can be up to 60% to a store bought item and
up to 70% completed by an adult in your group or your guardian from scratch.
KID-FRIENDLY
There will be children present and your costumes and presentation should be
suitable for ALL ages.
AGE OF PARTICIPANTS
The minimum age for entrants is 6 years old for any category. NO
EXCEPTIONS. All children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an
adult.
PRESENTATION
Anticipate about a one-three minute presentation of your costume to the judges
during pre-judging. Depending on the complexity and detail, the judges may
request additional time to observe and properly judge your costume during the
actual show. There will be time for a small one minute presentation on the main
stage during the actual contest.
ENTRANT ARRIVAL
On the day of the event, contestants must arrive no later than 4:00pm to check
in. During this time, depending on entries, we may begin pre-show judging with
the judges. We highly recommend you to stick around for pre-show judging just
prior to the event, as there will be NO late entries once prejudging has ended.
NO EXCEPTIONS. We also recommend making arrangements such as booth
coverage, transportation, and costume prep well in advance, so that you can
participate during pre-judging as it is mandatory. We've also limited the number
of entries this year for a much smoother process of pre-judging and the event
itself.
There will not be a contestant dressing area but the pre-judging area will be
private behind the main stage. You are allowed to wear your costume on the
expo floor during the day if you wish. You will receive an email detailing check in
times and location once you are confirmed as an entry (separate email).
ORIGINAL DESIGNS
If your costume is an original design or not a recreation of something preexisting, please bring a printed image of the original design/concept for the
judges and be prepared to speak a little bit about it. We are completely open to
new and innovative designs, especially those never before seen for familiar
characters.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
There is absolutely no fire, liquids, toxic substances, or anything that may cause
danger for you or others allowed on stage. That includes all stage weapons,
swords, guns, bows, etc. However, your costume may require a stage/fake bow
or sword, we kindly ask that those items be tagged during weapons check prior
to entering the convention floor.
COSTUMES WITH WEAPONS
No functional weapons are allowed at Stan Lee’s Comikaze Expo. Simulated or
costume weapons are allowed as a part of your costume subject to prior approval
by security and compliance with the following: All costume weapons must be
inspected at the security station in Lobby. All costume weapons must conform to
state and federal law. Projectile costume weapons must be rendered inoperable.
Costume swords will be tied to your costume in such a way that they can’t be
drawn (this is known as a peace tie). After each person’s costume weapon has
been checked, it is tagged by security and you will be given a wristband to wear
to designates that your weapons have been checked. Security will escort you to
the security station for inspection if your costume weapon is not tagged. If you do
not want to have your costume weapons inspected or tagged, or you are not
willing to comply with the foregoing, please do not bring your costume weapons.
That's everything! We hope to see you at the contest!
To email your registration form and one photo of your entry costume
email: [email protected]
If you have any questions in regards to the Cosplay Contest please email us
at [email protected]
To register email: [email protected]

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