CF Cosplay Competition (19/12: Surprise for Solo Comp)

[Karie]

UPDATE (18/12): SURPRISE!?!

Uhuhuhuhu did you all enjoy today's performances? ;D

There'll be a surprise (or challenge, if you prefer) for solo competition tomorrow! Come to our counter to find out more!

Remember, it's a FIRST COME FIRST SERVE basis and is limited to the first 60 contestants!! Our counter will be accepting registration starting at 10:00am and closing at 12:00pm SHARP (or when the quota of 60 contestants is reach). Remember to print pictures of your character for references.

Registered contestants must gather at 12:30pm SHARP. Final head count will be done at 12:45pm SHARP. The solo competition will start at 1:00pm SHARP (unless there's an unforeseen circumstance). Latecomers will be forfeited AUTOMATICALLY.

Can't wait to see you awesome cosplayers >3<

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UPDATE (18/12): Contestants take note!

Group and OTP Contestants, please report yourself to the Cosplay Department at the Cosplay Counter outside the hall at 12pm to mark your attendance (the latest you can do so is ONE hour before the competition starts but please be early).

Group Contestants have to gather at 1:00pm outside the hall and OTP Contestants have to gather by 3:00pm.

Latecomers will be barred from entering the competition >D

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UPDATE (16/12): Final Name List!

To OTP Group 8 (Macross Frontier), since previous Group 7 pulled out, you guys will be the 7th group to perform now.

To Vana N Ice: You guys are now officially the fourth group since since the previous Group 4 decided to pulled out.

[Reveal] Spoiler: Group Competition Name List

For our audiences' information, these are the instructions given to approved applicants:

"Kindly prepare your skit/performance with the theme and random item given as stated. You may choose to either mention the word, prepare the actual item, have it in an illustration form or a combination of all those options."

.ONE.
Group Name: Fiametta-Ink –audio received–
Group Members: Trucy Wright (antheahui), Maya Fey (Jasmine), Mia Fey (SugarGal), Ema Skye (ai_haibara18)
Series: Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney
Theme/Situation: A trip to Zoo Negara with your group members
Random item : Hula Hoop

.TWO.
Group Name: Team Soul Mundo –audio received–
Group Members: Luppi (Celestia), Shiba Kaien (Riku), Hinamori (Heaeth), Ichigo (Vix), Ishida Uryuu (chabuchabu), Halibel (Yuo_chan)
Series: Bleach
Theme/Situation: Soul Society is being attacked by unknown terrorists
Random item: Deathnote Notebook

.THREE.
Group Name: Kuroichi –audio received–
Group Members: Zero (Kira), Kaname (Cold), Yuuki (LittleYuki)
Series: Vampire Knight
Theme/Situation: Twilight
Random item : Pear

.FOUR.
Group Name: Vana N Ice –audio received–
Group Members: Gackpo/Gakupo (Tessie), Kyte/Kaito (leXis), Len (Kitska)
Series/Program: Vocaloid – Imitation Black Version
Theme/Situation: One of your members lost his/her voice....
Random item: Rabbit ears

[Reveal] Spoiler: OTP Competition Name List

"Format: Free performance no longer than 5 minutes (can be a dance, skit, song, acting out a scene, etc)"

Pair 1 –audio received–
Series: Devil May Cry 4
Characters: Dante (Dante Margera) X Trish (Nightress)


Pair 2 –audio received–
Series: Chobits
Characters: Sumomo (Sky) X Kotoko (Narukids)


Pair 3 –audio received–
Series: Naruto
Characters: Gaara (darkiris) X Naruto (Sparda)


Pair 4 –audio received–
Series: Vampire Knight
Characters: Zero (Xajin) X Yuuki (LittleYuki)


Pair 5 –audio received–
Series: Bleach
Characters: Hollow Ichigo ver. 2 (Evil_ichigo1) X Hollow Ichigo (Tidus Lai)


Pair 6 –audio received–
Series: Code Geass
Characters: Lelouch (Hakkuryuu) X Suzaku (Ngin)


Pair 7 –audio received–
Series: Macross Frontier
Characters: Sheryl (Azusa Megami) X Ranka (Yukino Hayasaka)

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Past announcements

ANNOUNCEMENT (09/12): No recording for Solo Competition!!

Hi folks, we're sorry to inform you that we won't be accepting any recording for solo competition m(.__.)m

For group and OTP contestants, please be reminded that the deadline for sending in your recording is on this Saturday ;D

ANNOUNCEMENT (01/12): Deadline extended for audio recording submission!!

Since many of you can't seem to complete your recording in time, we have decided to extend it for another week (say thanks to StrifeDiscord =P). Take note that the new submission deadline is 12th December 2009 (Sat) 11:59:59PM. Any submission later than that won't be entertained. Good luck and all the best!^___^/

P.S. Group list will be uploaded tomorrow! Stay tuned!

ANNOUNCEMENT (29/11): LAST CALL!! 2 slots left for OTP and 1 slot left for Group Competition!!-CLOSED-

ANNOUNCEMENT (27/11): Only ONE slot left for Group Competition!!-CLOSED-

ANNOUNCEMENT (24/11):Good news! We have decided to extend the deadline to 29th November (this Sunday) for the OTP and group competition so that you guys can mull things over =P

To all the approved (or to be approved) applicants, take note that the last day to submit your audio track is still on 5th December 2009. You are strongly encouraged to submit your audio track as soon as possible so that you can have more time to fix it in case there's any error with your audio. Thank you!

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JENG JENG JENG!!

The CF Cosplay Department is proud to announce our NEW competition – One True Pairing (OTP) Cosplay Competition!!

Ever experienced moments when you think a certain character is better off with someone else? Or do you think that some couples in the series are simply more deserving of the limelight than others? Here’s your chance to “display” your fangirlism (or fanboyism, in the case you're a guy)!

One True Pairing (OTP) Cosplay Competition (-CLOSED-)
- Format: Free performance no longer than 5 minutes (can be a dance, skit, song, acting out a scene, etc)

Updated: Pairings can be involved in either romantic relationship, friendship or sworn enemies!

1) The OTP competition is scheduled to be on Day 1, right after the Group Competition.

2) The number of participants is capped at 10 pairs (2 people = 1 pair) and each pairing must be from the same series.

3) No Yaoi/Yuri/Loli/Incest is allowed, therefore online registration is required for screening purpose.

4) Each pair is required to fill up the registration forms with the details of their partners and register online by emailing the forms and reference pictures to cf.cosplay@gmail.com

5) Closing date for OTP Cosplay Competition Registration is on the 29th of November 2009 or when the quota of 10 groups is reached. Each pair is required to prerecord their performance in MP3 format and email it to cf.cosplay@gmail.com before the deadline 5th of December 2009.

6) A confirmation email will be sent out to you once application has been approved.

7) Participants are not allowed to change pairings once application is approved.

8) During the performance, additional characters are not allowed to participate in the skit (if not, it will defeat the purpose and turn into a GROUP cosplay instead). However, helpers are allowed to help with the setting up/creating background effect in the background. As long as they do NOT have a role (regardless of with dialogue or no dialogue) in the skit, they can be considered as helpers. (Eg. cardboard holder)

9) No obscene/kissing scene/unethical scene on stage.

10) Please make sure the stage is clean after your performance.

Judging criteria for OTP cosplay competition:
Costumes = 30%
Character portrayal = 40 %
Creativity and teamwork = 30 %

Prizes
Best Pair
Trophy + Goodies + Certs

***IMPORTANT REMINDER**
Take note that we won't be accepting any recording (.mp3) that's lower than 192kbps and please bring along a copy of your performance recording during the competition day itself.

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Group Competition (-CLOSED-)

1) Comic Fiesta group cosplay competition will he held on Day 1 of the event. Groups are required to fill up the registration forms with the details of their group members and register online by emailing the forms and reference pictures to cf.cosplay@gmail.com

2) The competition is limited to the first 6 groups who send in their group details to us via email. Each group must consist of not less than 3 cosplayers and not more than 6 cosplayers.

3) Upon registration, each group will be assigned with a theme and a random item. Each group is required to come up with a short skit or performance based on the theme and include the random item in their performance (whether this item is mentioned vocally during the skit or presented in the form of a prop or drawing)

4) Each performance must not exceed 5 minutes.

5) Closing date for Group Cosplay Competition Registration is on the 29th of November 2009 or when the quota of 6 groups is reached. Each group is required to prerecord their performance in MP3 format and email it to cf.cosplay@gmail.com before the deadline 5th of December 2009.

6) A representative of each group is required to register at the cosplay registration booth on Day 1 of Comic Fiesta to confirm attendance. Group contestants are also required to burn a CD containing the audio file for the performance and submit it to the cosplay registration personnel when they register.

7) Please label the CD with the group’s name, series name and also name and contact number of the group leader.

Judging criteria for group cosplay competition:
Costumes = 40%
Character portrayal = 40 %
Creativity and teamwork = 20 %

Prizes
Best Group
- Trophy + Goodies + Certs

***IMPORTANT REMINDER***
Take note that we won't be accepting any recording (.mp3) that's lower than 192kbps and please bring along a copy of your performance recording during the competition day itself.

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Solo Competition

1) The solo cosplay competition will take place on the SECOND day of Comic Fiesta and is opened to the first 60 contestants who register at the Cosplay registration booth at the event day itself. Please attach a clear coloured reference picture of your character along with the registration form. First come first serve basis.

2) Cosplayers are required to be in full costume upon registration. Cosplayers are not allowed to send a representative to register on their behalves.

3) Each cosplayer will be given a tag upon registration. Please make sure the tag can clearly be seen at all times. Cosplayers who lose their tags are automatically disqualified from the competition.

Preliminary round
Format: For the preliminary round, each cosplayer is given ONE minute to perform anything they want. (Easy? Impress us!) EIGHT finalists will then be chosen to proceed in the finals

Finals
Format: Themed performance based on cards picked from box

Judging criteria for solo cosplay competition:
Costume = 40%
Character portrayal = 40%
Creativity/ bonus = 20%

Prizes
Best Cosplayer
- Trophy + Goodies + Cert
Honourable Mention x2
- Trophy + Goodies + Cert

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Other Awards

Aside from that, we will also be giving away TWO additional awards:

***Winners for these 2 awards will be selected on the SECOND DAY***

Best in Hall award
***Only NON-PARTICIPATING cosplayers are eligible for this title***
-Goodies + Cert
This award will be given to ONE cosplayer who we think deserve to have a special mention for their efforts despite not being a contestant of the actual Cosplay Competition. A few selected judges will move around the event area on the Second day and pick one cosplayer who they think deserve to win this award. You DO NOT have to register to be eligible for this award.

Best Craftmanship award
***PARTICIPATING and NON-PARTICIPATING cosplayers are eligible for this title***
- Goodies + Cert
Back due to popular demand! Again, You DO NOT have to register to be eligible for this award.


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EXTRA
Reminder: Cosplayers who register for the competitions will get to enjoy the privilege of the luggage storage service!!

Comic Fiesta Storage Area

Terms and Conditions

1) The CF storage area is only open to cosplayers who register for the cosplay competition for the particular day (i.e. Day 1: Group Cosplay Participants only and Day 2: Solo Cosplay Participants only)

2) Cosplayers will be required to present their competition tag at the storage area counter.

3) Cosplayers are only allowed to remove and return their items 3 times only. After the third time, they will not be allowed to use the storage service.

4) Comic Fiesta is not responsible for any losses or damages arising from items placed at the storage area.

5) NO DANGEROUS ITEMS allowed. These may be but are not limited to explosive/flammable/radioactive and/or poisonous items.

6) Any items not claimed by 6.30pm at the end of Day 2 will be claimed as property of Comic Fiesta.

7) No loitering around the storage area.

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We are looking forward to your participation!! If there's any inquiry, please do not hesitate to drop us an email at cf.cosplay@gmail.com!

[Karie]

GENERAL COSPLAY RULES

Part I: General Rules & Regulations

1. The cosplay competition is open to everyone, regardless of nationality.

2. Please ensure that the information that you have provided is clear and concise. The Committee holds the prerogative to disqualify any participant who does not present proper reference character names (eg spelling or terms) for the qualifying round.

3. Please do not show up only partially clothed and/or nude. Anyone who does so will not be allowed access into the event hall. Contact the committee member if you have any inquiries regarding the state of exposure of your costume.

4. Please do not use any obscenities, foul languages and rude hand signs in the event hall. Remember, rudeness is a weak man's imitation of strength. Poses that require extreme bodily contacts that suggest sexual behaviors is a strictly not allowed, including any kind of sexual fetishes related poses.

5. Prizes will be forfeited should the winner not present him/herself at the time of presentation, performance and/or prize giving. No appeals will be entertained.

6. The Comic Fiesta Committee's decision is final, no appeals will be entertained.

7. Photographers are not allowed to stalk or take unethical shots of any cosplayers. Photo shooting is strictly not allowed in the washrooms/changing rooms. Kindly ask permission from cosplayers before taking their pictures.

8. Cosplayers have the right to refuse any photo shoot request made by photographers. If a photographer insists on taking your picture without permission, please shove him/her away politely or head towards to any working CF Committee/staff nearby. Cosplayers are free to leave the scene after their picture has been taken.

9. Comic Fiesta may tape or photograph cosplayers at its discretion. Entry into the Comic Fiesta event hall acts as an automatic agreement of the contestants to allow Comic Fiesta to use their likeness/image, etc in any current/future advertisement, promotion or product.

10. Photography of any sort is prohibited at the Artist Booth area.If you wish to photograph a cosplayer who happens to be in the artist area, kindly ask them to step outside to the corridor before taking their picture.

11. Cosplayers and other visitors are not allowed to use the stage without permission even when there are no activities taking place on the stage. The Comic Fiesta committee holds the right to remove anyone from the stage and event hall if they should not follow this rule.

12. COSPLAY AT YOUR OWN RISK. Comic Fiesta will not be responsible for any loss or damage that happens outside the event area.

13. Cosplayers agree by entrance into event hall, have read and understand all contents of rules & regulations set by Comic Fiesta Committee. All cosplayers will be subjected to all the rules & regulations and thereby liable for any action taken against cosplayers if they decide not to adhere to the rules & regulations.


Part II: Cosplay Props Regulations

Disclaimer: The Comic Fiesta Committee holds no responsibility towards the preparation and/or actions made by the cosplayers throughout the competition.

1. Cosmetics/costumes/tools/props/replicas are to be prepared by the cosplayers themselves. Only self-made replicas are allowed. A replica that depicts an existing weapon is strictly not allowed. Guns which are pellet-types are not recommended. If the cosplayer insist on bringing it in, the replica gun must not be loaded. Live ammunition/real a hand gun is banned.

2 . Items with wheels such as rollerblades, skateboards, trolleys and similar items are not allowed in the event area. You may pose with them but you are not supposed to move around or walk in them.

3. Self-made weapons/props/tools can be made using
a) Wood
b) Aluminium foils (with no sharp/protruding ends),
c) Polystyrene
d) Cardboards
e) Paper & art clays

4. Materials that are strictly not allowed are as below:
a) Zinc foil
b) Tin foil
c) Any type of metal
d) Blades
e) Glass
f) Spray Paint cans and other aerosol related products

5. Cosplayers are encouraged to forward your enquiries to the Cosplay Management Department if you are not sure whether the materials used for your weapons/props/tools are allowed OR if materials used are not listed above. Please enclosed along picture images of questioned weapons/props/tools for easier deliberation.

6. All replicas/props are to be listed and submitted along with the entry forms. Unlisted/potentially dangerous/harmful props will not be allowed in and must be handed to the Comic Fiesta Committee for safekeeping until either the end of the event and/or the owner chooses to leave.

7. All replicas/props should be kept/ carried with utmost caution. The responsibility of all replicas/props is the sole concern of the owner themselves. The Comic Fiesta Committee will bear no responsibility towards any harm/injury as a result of individual carelessness.

8. The Comic Fiesta Committee reserves the right to bar the usage of any replicas/props that may seem potentially dangerous and/or harmful.

9. No volatile/explosive/toxic/radioactive/reactive/corrosive/easily flammable substances are allowed. The usage of non-solid props (e.g. Fake blood) and other mess-inducing objects (e.g. confetti) are highly unadvisable. The Comic Fiesta Committee reserves the right to make the cosplayers clean up after their act (literally).

10. The Comic Fiesta Committee reserves the right to withdraw the rights of participation and/or confiscate replicas/props should one be found to break any of the aforementioned rules & regulations. Ignorance is no excuse. Items which are confiscated will be returned after the event.


Part III: Changing Rooms & Washrooms

1.Under no circumstances is anyone allowed to enter the changing room or washrooms of the opposite gender.

2. Please clean up after using the washrooms. Please keep the changing rooms/washrooms clean by not leaving behind any make-up materials, wig parts, accessories, food wrappers/packages, water bottles and props in the changing rooms/washrooms.

3. Vandalism, messing up the changing rooms/washrooms is highly intolerable. Those who are responsible will have to clean/repair the washrooms/changing rooms.

4. Be a considerate person, please do not hog the washrooms unless if you are needed for assistance by other cosplayers.

5. There are mirrors provided for cosplayers in the changing rooms. Please use it with caution and always be mindful of your own safety. Kindly share and take turns in using them. You may bring your own mirror but please ensure that your mirror is kept properly and is not left behind.

6. Do not leave your properties in the changing rooms/washrooms. Comic Fiesta Committee will not be responsible for any loss of items. You are advice to guard your own properties or have your trusted friends to look over your properties shall there be a need for you to leave it behind.

7. Any lost/found items may be reported to Comic Fiesta Committee during or after the event. Comic Fiesta Committee will help post the list of lost/found items in the forum to help retrieve/return such items. However, please be noted that Comic Fiesta Committee is not responsible for your lost items and only does so in goodwill and may not be held responsible for your loss.

[Karie]

FAQ SECTION (for competition)

Q :- I heard there will be a Best in Hall award and Best Craftmanshp award. When are these two awards taking place?
A :- Both the awards will be taking place on the second day of Comic Fiesta (20th December 2009).

Q :- When is the OTP/group/solo competition?
A :- The OTP group competition will be held on the first day while the solo competition will be held on the second day.

Q :- Are replica weapons like guns and katanas allowed?
A :- A replica that depicts an existing weapon is strictly not allowed.

Q :- Can I join both solo and group competition?
A :- Yes, you are encouraged to join both competitions as they are held on different days.

Q :- How do I register for the cosplay competition?
A :- For group competition, please download the forms at
http://forums.comicfiesta.org/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=3683
and email your entire group’s details to cf.cosplay@gmail.com . We will then decide the theme and the random item to be included in your group’s skit. You can start planning and recording your skit once you receive our confirmation email. Also, please send us a copy of your recording via email so that we can finalize and coordinate your performance. Lastly, remember to register your group on the competition day as well (first day).

For solo competition, you are required to print out the form along with your character’s reference pictures and submit it at the registration booth during the second day of Comic Fiesta (Sunday). The solo competition is opened to the first 60 contestants and it is based on first come first serve basis.

Q :- I’m going to cosplay to CF, but I dont want to join the competition. Must I register?
A :- No, you only need to register if you are joining the competition.

Q :- I have a potentially dangerous prop. I don’t know if it is allowed or not . What do I do?
A :- Please send us the pictures of your props and state the materials used to cf.cosplay@gmail.com. We will then decide if it is allowed or not.^__^

Q :- How do I know if my costume is too revealing?
A :- Please email us the picture of your costume/you in the costume and we will get back to you soon.

Q :- There’s a suspicious dude who is invading my personal space without any reason /taking weird or indecent pictures of me. What should I do?
A :- Please find a helper or a member of the organizing team and report your case to them. If nothing is reported, no action will be taken. Please take note that you are cosplaying at your own risk. Be responsible and be aware of what is going on in your surrounding at all times.

*more FAQs to be added later*
Feel free to ask any questions if you have any (competition related matters) ^___^v

For more FAQs on general cosplay matters, please refer to the thread here: http://forums.comicfiesta.org/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=1328

For guides and tutorials on prop making, wig styling or costume making, please refer to this thread: http://forums.comicfiesta.org/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=177

[Izumi Ishtar]

Perhaps you can redirect the rest of the FAQ's here instead?
viewtopic.php?f=17&t=1328

I dunno what else that thread haven't covered yet.

[sky_pegasus]

Will there be a time gap (at least an hour?) between the group comp and OTP comp? I mean...if it's possible to join group comp with 1 costume...and then change and enter OTP comp with another costume.

[Karie]

Izumi > Thanks for pointing that out, I'd added in the links ^__^

Sky > In our proposed competition schedule, yes there is one hour break between the group competition and OTP competition. We do allow participants to join both the group and OTP competition but I'll confirm with you again when the final schedule is out kay?

[kurochan-hikari]

Excuse me,I want to ask some silly questions.=w=
I decided to have a 5 min dance in the solo cosplay competition
But I just knew that participants are only allowed to perform in 1 min(I never take part in a competition before in CF)
Can I have a performance after the competition?
Or if I did not take part in the competition may I allowed to have a dance performance?

[Karie]

Kurochan > For performance matter, please PM/email Yuecchi at cf.stage@gmail.com ^__^! He'll tell you what to expect.

[hammi]

May I ask for the pre-record performance, does it include us in the mp3 or just the instrumental?

[Karie]

Hammi > If you're doing a skit, it's better to include your dialogues in the pre-record performance in case you couldn't be heard during the actual performance. That way, you just have to lip synch on the competition day itself (though it seems simple, timing is very important =D).

But if you're talking about singing, maybe you want to do it live.

[kurochan-hikari]

Karie~

how about my performance?
i sent email to that email a week ago but i still haven't got any reply....

[sky_pegasus]

i'm waiting for my email reply too. Been a week. A lotta ppl wants to know if characters like Kamina and Jecht are allowed at CF this year.

[Karie]

Kurochan > Can you try to PM Yuecchi? If you still can't get him I'll poke him.

Sky > Sorry I was busy for the past few days. If I'm not wrong your email was sent to us 3 days ago ^__^;; I'd already replied you through email, please check.

[Karie]

Just to make things clear, friendship-based pairings are also allowed to join the OTP cosplay competition.

Hurry up, there's only 8 slots left for OTP XD!!

[sakurawong]

Can the preformance for solo competition be more than 1 min?

[Vix vix]

why there are the same thread when i click on the cosplay competition form download...

[Karie]

Sakura > Sorry, you're only given one minute to perform in the solo preliminary round ^__^;; That's because if we allow more than one minute for everyone (we have 60 contestants), it'll take more than two hours to judge all.

Vix > The download link works fine for me, do you prefer me to send it to your email?

[Celestia]

hey Karie i haven't recieved anything from the CF comitee yet about my approval for my group's (bleach) and its almost a week oready..... r they busy or sumthing ??o.0

[Karie]

Celestia > That's weird, we had already replied you last Wednesday. Don't worry I'll forward the message to you right away

[Celestia]

Karie>> THX SO MUCH ......LOL i think i must have overlooked it >.< when i checked my mail i saw the one u sent me and the pervious one @.@ must have been blur that day .....gomen and arigatou Karie-chan.

oh yeah is it possible that we mime it out and onli use background music??