Cosplay Contest Application

Join our Cosplay Competition, sponsored by OtakuFest and powered by Sugoi Entertainment! 

Contest Date/Time: Saturday, April 12th 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Deadline to Check-In day of event: 4:30 PM

Please check into the event at the Kage Kickback tent near the front entrance of Baoshi Food Hall between 4:00 PM and 4:30 PM. The deadline to check-in will be 4:30 PM. 

Form must be submitted by 4/11/25 in order to participate. (Day of sign-ups may or may not be available)

NO PROP GUNS OR FULL TACTICAL SWAT GEAR COSPLAYS

Prizes:

1st Place - one (1) 3-Day OtakuFest Ticket and one (1) ticket to the next Sugoi Night 

2nd Place - one (1) 3-Day OtakuFest Ticket

Audience Choice - one (1) 3-Day OtakuFest Ticket

Judging Categories:

#1 Character Look (Visual Accuracy): This category focuses on how well the cosplayer has captured the visual representation of the character.

Judges will assess: Accuracy of costume details (colors, patterns, silhouettes)

1. Hairstyle and makeup.
2. Use of props and accessories.
3. Overall resemblance to the character.

Important Note: Judges are to evaluate the costumes based on their representation of the character, not on the perceived craftsmanship of the costume.

#2 Performance/Skit/Presentation:

This category focuses on the cosplayer's performance during their skit or presentation.
Judges will assess:Character portrayal (mannerisms, voice, personality).

1. Originality and creativity of the performance.
2. Stage presence and audience engagement.
3. How well the performer conveys the characters personality.

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Winner Selection:

Judges' Selection: Judges will independently score each participant in both categories.
The scores will be tallied to determine the 1st and 2nd place winners, based on the highest total scores.

Crowd Vote: The audience will vote for their 1st place winner.
The crowd vote will be factored in to determine the final first place winner. If the judges first place winner and the crowd first place winner are the same, that person is the winner. If they are different, the judges will have final say.