COMIC CONS
Cons offer a completely different experience in that they are usually held in convention centers or hotels , and it ’ s all about the fans ! Fans come together to celebrate all that nerd culture has to offer . Cons encompass everything from anime , fantasy , and science fiction to video games , comics , and cosplay ( costume play ). Attendees can meet authors , artists , and celebrities from popular movies and TV shows by attending panel discussions about a particular fandom or subject , such as learning how to cosplay . And if shopping for unique items is your thing , you will be able to find works of art not offered anywhere else , so make sure to bring your wallet . If you lean at all to the nerd side , you ’ re going to need it .
I ’ ve mentioned cosplay a couple of times . So , what is it ? The Merriam Webster dictionary defines it as “ the activity or practice of dressing up as a character from a work of fiction ( such as a comic book , video game , or television show ).” It has become one of the biggest draws at comic cons . Cosplay offers a unique and creative outlet for a community that is accepting and encouraging of everyone . My entire family loves to cosplay characters from several different fandoms , and we have an absolute blast doing it . Indeed , cosplay costume contests are a huge draw , and it ’ s inspiring to see how clever and artistic people are when bringing their vision to life . Some attend just to enjoy the cosplay participants and attendees that help create the fantastic and other-worldly vibe .
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