Introduction
The movies and comics have influenced the public so much over the years that fans now literally play the roles of their favorite characters. In the last few decades, cosplay or costume play (in full) has become one the most significant cultural sensations in the world.
Fans of all ages seem to have been gripped by the cosplay phenomena, and currently, several events take place annually, with New York City being the most popular location. The New York Comic Con is an annual event, and thousands of people gather to enjoy the same.
The Comic Con takes place at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, also called the Javits Center. The event first occurred in 2006, and since then, it had continued except in 2020 when the world was in lockdown. This year it will be held between October 6th-9th at the same venue.
What To Do At Cosplay Event in New York?
If you are a fan of cosplay, then you should try to attend the program at least once in your life. You will not only get to see cosplayers in your favorite comic character get-up but also learn plenty of stuff.
Get Tips and Learn New Stuff
The Cosplay Central is the spot of Comic Con New York, where everything is dedicated to costumes, characters, and crafts. If you’re a new fan and want some ideas, this is the place to be. You can get tips and improve your technique and also meet other fans.
Mend Your Gear
If your costume is handmade, there is the likelihood of damaging it due to one reason or the other. However, you needn’t worry because it also has a repair station where you can mend your costume if it gets torn or stitches get undone.
Compete with Fellow Cosplayers
The event also holds competitions, and ardent fans can participate after fulfilling the norms. Winners can then take part in other events and compete with fellow cosplayers from around the world.
SheProp
There is also a section called SheProp, especially for transgender, non-binary and female cosplayers. It’s a place where you can learn crafts and interact with fellow fans.
Enjoy the Event
Even if you don’t participate in any competition or wear a costume, you can visit the event and enjoy the experience of a lifetime. You can collect souvenirs and click pictures with the characters. However, seek permission from them first because not everyone likes their photos to be taken.
Cosplayers in New York
So, who are the cosplayers at New York Comic Con? These fans come from all walks of life and belong to every gender. They wear costumes of famous characters in movies, comics, manga, video games, and anime.
Hence, if you arrive, be sure to see heroes, villains, heroines, comedians, flowers, plants, fantasy birds, beasts, and objects. It’s a fascinating sight, and you’ll surely be awed by each one.
While every cosplayer is unique, some are more popular than others. It can be because of their spectacular costume or the character’s popularity in a movie or comics.
Here is a list of some of the most popular cosplayers that you can see at Comic Con New York at one time or another. The characters may appear as couple, family, three-fours, or solo, according to the situation.
Hercules (Disney)
Who doesn’t know or love Hercules? The hero from ancient mythology and the cute character from Disney’s Hercules. Now, you can also see him at the Comic Con in New York, and everyone from kids to grownups seems to love him. He was especially popular during the 2019 event as everyone wanted to click a picture with him or stopped to stare.
Nebula (Marvel)
She might be an anti-hero and a character we love to hate, but she was a popular cosplayer during the 2019 event too. The participant’s costume was perfect and looked exactly like the character.
Spiderman (Marvel)
Yet another character from the Marvel Comics, Spiderman, is one of the most popular cosplay characters as you can see multiple fans wearing the costume. When they are all together in one place, it’s a sight to see. All are one character with the spiderman costume. But each person is unique and different if you look at them.
Thor (Marvel)
The God of thunder is also a popular cosplay character, whether as the muscular and fit individual or as the Big and fat one like in Avengers: Endgame. You will see one at every event if you happen to visit.
Jawas (Star Wars)
The furry humanoids from the Outer Rim Desert World of Tatooine in Star Wars are pretty popular during the Comic-Con event. You are likely to see them whenever you attend a program.
Cinderella and Deadpool
An odd couple, no doubt, but the pair of Cinderella and Deadpool was quite popular during the 2019 event. They are contrasting characters but look cute together.
Villains (Comics and Movies)
Not only heroes but villains are also popular during cosplay events.
- Lizard (Spiderman)
- Mysterio (Spiderman)
- Taskmaster (Black Widow)
- Aries (Wonder Woman)
- Harley Quinn (DC)
- Poison Ivy (DC)
- Predator
- Michael Myers (Halloween)
- Hela (marvel)
Wolverine (Marvel)
Let’s not forget Wolverine, the main protagonist of the X-Man series. He is also a popular cosplay character, as many fans appear in his costume.
Jedi (Star Wars)
Characters from Star Wars are pretty popular, and fans often portray different roles. So, you will notice the Jedi cosplayers in solo mode or groups, each with a separate costume pertaining to a character.
Other Characters
At the event, you will also see
- Mario and Luigi (Video game)
- Loki (Marvel)
- Thanos (Marvel)
- Groot and Ant-Man (Marvel)
- Freddie Mercury
- Iron Man (Marvel)
- Wonder Woman (DC)
- Geralt (The Witcher)
Besides these, you are bound to notice hundreds of other characters which you know or not.
Final Thoughts
Whether you like to role-play or just watch others, the cosplay event can be fun and enlightening. You will be amazed to see the cosplayers making such an effort with their costume, expression, and stance.
Every year, it’s different, and you can always see new characters. Till now, those mentioned above have been quite popular. But you may see new characters in the upcoming event, so don’t miss the chance if you can.
