Masquerade

Craftsmanship -> you ONLY want to be judged on the construction and accuracy of your cosplay(s).

Performance -> you ONLY want to be judged on your performance as the character(s).

Both -> you want to be judged on the construction and accuracy of your cosplay(s) AS WELL AS your performance as the character(s).

You must have a badge/be registered for Popcult Anime Con to participate.
You must submit the online application form. (Opens May 1st)
You must submit recorded audio if you are performing. However, there will be mics available at the masquerade if you cannot record audio.
You must check in before the Masquerade at Cosplay HQ.
You may not enter multiple costumes or multiple times.
Rehearsals will be held on Saturday morning between 9am and 11am.
At-con registration for the Masquerade might be available. Check at Cosplay HQ early morning Saturday, August 3rd.
You may not compete if you are on PopCult Anime Con staff.
Your performance must be PG-13.
You must be 17 or older to enter without guardian consent. If you are 16 or under, please bring a completed consent form. The form can be found here.

Source material for cosplays may come from anime, manga, video games, comics, graphic novels, movies, or TV.
If you wish to submit a costume based on fan art, meme, etc. please contact PopcultMasquerade@gmail.com. Masquerade staff reserves the right to deny eligibility.
Cosplays must follow dress code and weapon policy.
Costumes that have previously won any award are ineligible for this masquerade.

Length must not exceed 2.5 minutes for groups of 1-3. Groups of 4+ may not exceed 3 minutes.
Audio must:
- Not contain profanity or offensive language
- Be in .mp3 format
- Be devoid of audio defects
- Be clear and concise
If your skit has a stunt or shocking part, please contact the Masquerade staff at PopcultMasquerade@gmail.com for approval.
No more than 9 people will be allowed on stage during the skit, including stage ninjas.

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