Advice
5 Things I Wish I Knew Coming Into Cosplay
Veteran cosplayer, Heartless Aquarius, provides insight on what she wish she knew coming into cosplay! This is sage advice that will no doubt help many new cosplayers who are looking to make their hobby as enjoyable as possible! 1) Practice makes perfect Cosplay always takes practice whether it’s with doing makeup, sewing, prop making, etc. It’s all a learning process. You’ll pick up new skills an...[Read More]
Makeup 101 for Cosplayers
Hello everyone, Heartless Aquarius here! Here’s a crash course on makeup for cosplayers. I will talk about the basic components of makeup and give some helpful tips. Before I dive into the information, I just want to say that everyone has different skin which will affect how certain products will work. Makeup is a journey but hopefully I can help! The first step when doing makeup is applying a pri...[Read More]
So You Want to Hire a Photographer
Written by Chocozumo The hot glue has settled, the seams are pristine, and the paint has finally dried. Congratulations, you finished your cosplay! With the next big convention coming up, you’re expecting photos to be taken of your hard work. Unfortunately, the reality is that you can’t guarantee you’ll receive any of those pictures back. Some people take photos for their own memories, while other...[Read More]
Why Every Disney Fan Needs to Go to D23 Once in Their Lives
Hey guys! Tidesiren here and I thought I would make a point in talking about something SO important, something SO amazing that it deserves a second look. D23 Expo! As you all know, my most previous visit was also my first and that was back in the summer of 2017. Less than two weeks after Anime Expo, and less than a week before San Diego Comic Con, Disney took over the Anaheim convention center, ne...[Read More]
Nervous Nerds who Need New Relief: Try CBD oil
We all know that nerds and geeks are a group full of people who have anxiety, me being one of them. This oftentimes holds us captive from going out and socializing with anyone in person. We can slay dire beasts in Dungeons & Dragons, level up quick in MMORPGs, and feel at ease chatting online. But crowds of new faces and unique minds can be way too much to handle, unless you’re cosplaying as s...[Read More]
How to Adult: Auto Insurance
Hey friends! I hope you are all doing well! Last year, I learned a lot of things about life that were just never taught to me until I was forced to learn them. These are grown up situations and topics that should be known by grown ass men and women but are just never really explained. Today’s topic is auto insurance! Auto insurance is in no way, shape, or form fun despite the silly ads we se...[Read More]
Might and Magic: Tips on Combat in Table Top RPGs
One of my favorite aspects of Table Top RPGs is combat. While negotiating, solving riddles, and out smarting NPCs is fun, sometimes you just want to beat the shit out of a dragon. Unfortunately, when it comes to games like Pathfinder or Dungeons & Dragons, it can be difficult to wrap your head around not only the combat system but also your own character. That is why we are going to take a bit...[Read More]
5 Ways to Make Your Brand More Professional
In the day and age with social media, Twitch, YouTube, cosplay, and more, it is hard to fight the urge to start your own brand! If there was ever a time to chase your dreams, now is the time because it is so easy to get yourself out there! Although it might be easy to start your own brand, it is growing it and maintaining it that proves the hardest challenge, especially if you are an independent c...[Read More]
Five Ways to Become Better at Overwatch
Overwatch is, without a doubt, one of the most popular video games to date, with a player base of over 35 million and even a secured spot on ESPN with their professional scene, called Overwatch League. Overwatch League features the best of the best players from all around the world. The world of eSports has grown so much that adults can now not only survive off of these careers, but actually thriv...[Read More]
Black Friday 2018 Deals That Are Actually Deals
Black Friday 2018 is upon us. And that means everything is on sale at low low prices… Sometimes. Having monitored the past half dozen Black Friday deals like a shark, patterns start to stick out. Super low discounted items tend to be last year’s models or special SKUs, made specifically for that store and for Black Friday, never to be seen again. But sifting through all of the crud, th...[Read More]
Conventions Need Better Food Options
Whenever I go to a major event such as a convention or festival, it takes days to plan. I have to look at their website, possibly call managers, and research other people’s experience. The day of the event, I have to take the extra step of bringing (sometimes even sneaking) food. All of this is an annoyance, but it’s been a part of my life since my son was diagnosed with Celiac. Celiac...[Read More]
Ways to Combat Toxicity in Our Cosplay Community
Every morning, I start my day perusing the many social media outlets filled with excitement and anticipation of what wonderful cosplayers have to share with the world that day. Unfortunately, lately, I’ve been greeted by something else: hate and discord in the cosplay community. It’s disgusting, saddening and it’s getting harder and harder to scroll past and ignore. You might be thinking, “Hey, wh...[Read More]
