Cosplay Forum

Cosplay in Malaysia has been growing alright. From the annual CF to almost every month having a cosplay event. We even have cosplay shops in Malaysia now XD so where are we heading? Some cosplay for fun, some to release stress while some, taking cosplay to the next level - competitions.

Besides the local event competition (solo/duet/group), there is also international level to tackle such as ACM, AFA and WCS (World Cosplay Summit). 

What are the criteria to take our cosplay to the next level? 

What are the winning points that judges are looking for? 

In order to find out more, we have invited a few special guests to share their point of view in Malaysia cosplay.

One of the pioneer in cosplay since 2004, Ayase has cosplayed many characters and judged plenty or local competitions over the years. Let's hear a word or two from her regarding general judging criteria.

Will Wee, a passionate cosplayer who is active in local events and cosplay competitions. Having the experience of judging several competitions such as Anicom and Hari Belia cosplay competition, he will share his thought on cosplay competition judging criteria as well.

     

The enviable cosplay duo who made Malaysia proud by bringing their cosplay to the next level - World Cosplay Sumit. Let us hear Sky and Yuan sharing their cosplay experience. 

Kuro Dai, a renown crossplayer among us. Also, one of the pioneer cosplayer in our community who is passionate about the positive growth of cosplay. He will be sharing tips on the do's and don'ts for crossplay. 

Let's work together for the positive growth in Malaysia Cosplay :) feel free to ask them questions too.

Who's Rocking The Show!?

Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, (cliche sia...), proudly presenting to you our Master of Ceremony (MC) for the Cosplay Ball 2011:

Hisashi Glay and Kinamoto Yukito

For those who have been to GACC, C2AGE and Animangaki, Hisashi's lively action and humor on stage is no longer foreign to all of us. Experienced in chairing various events and Radio EMiNA, catch him again this cosplay ball and let's rock the night together!

Yukito was our MC for our last year cosplay party and he is back this year with more actions! A passionate cosplayer, brother, boyfriend, employer and son, let's welcome him on stage again this Cosplay Ball! Able to speak over 450 languages, he humbly choose to speak in English and Mandarin for the night. 

We are also proud to have Fazri in da house!! He will be bringing us into the anime realm with musics exclusive from Radio EMiNA. How does he looks like? Come for the night and find out for yourself ;)

For more info on Radio EMiNA : http://radio.eminacyber.com/

Face/Hand/Body Painting

Here are some of the samples, basically floral and motive-based designs. You can pick a spot and I'll do the painting in. The arm designs shown will be smaller when painted though. It takes 2 - 3 minutes to dry. Will spray a coat of protection for the night. Careful not to be in contact with water. Can be washed away with a little scrubbing or make-up removal (oil based).

 

Strictly not for people with sensitive skin. Available from 5pm to 6pm.

Early Birds Get The Worm

Dear all, heard of early birds get the worm? So do come early, the ball starts at 5pm onward to enjoy these:

• Picking your favourite choice of goodies bag :)
• Get FREE studio shoots from Misao LS
• Grab some goodies from the flea market
• FOC face/body painting 
• Fellow photographers can grab cosplayers and shoot within the 2nd floor vicinity :)

All these is happening from 5pm to 6:30pm except for face/body painting which ends at 6pm. Tits bits will be provided during this period as well. Please take note that we will enter the hall at 630pm sharp so do be on time so we will not miss out any games or activities due to delay ;)

OFFICIAL ITINERARY

5pm - 630pm : Registration

630pm - 730pm : Ice breakers and Cosplay Idol

730pm - 845pm : Itadakimasu!

845pm - 915pm : Cosplay Runway Project

915pm - 945pm : Cosplay Forum QnA

945pm - 1015pm : Gift Exchange

1015pm - 11pm : Titans 6

11pm - 1115pm : Awards

1115pm - 12am : Glow in The Dark Countdown Concert

Also a gentle reminder, we will end at 1200am for the countdown. Do arrange your transportation and accommodation as necessary. Glow in the dark sticks will be handed out later the night, kindly do not break it until the concert starts :)

COD during Comic Fiesta '11

We will be conducting COD during Comic Fiesta at the following times on both days at the ticketing area:

1. 1PM to 1.30PM
2. 5PM to 5.30PM

Contact :
Venus - 016-6657231
Marianne - 014-9699343

Kindly bring the exact amount (RM70) for a smooth transaction.

P.S We are still accepting payment after CF but would prefer for payment to be made by CF to ensure that we are able to prepare sufficient door gifts and such :)

Glow In The Dark Concert

So we are gonna end the year with countdown! For the ball countdown, we are gonna do it with our very own glow in the dark concert! Come join us and three of the talented, beautiful ladies with awesome voice for the night! You might have heard them in events and you might have met them in person. Now, let's rock the stage and sing along with them to greet the new year 2012!

~Featuring Shiomaru no Baka, Khor Bin Yun and Huei Chan~

P/s: Warui no ringo...*hinthint*

Flea Market

Dear all,

Be there by 5pm!

In case you missed the earlier slot (5pm to 630pm), do drop by the booths to support at 7pm to 8pm!

This year we have a section of flea market for you to shop for some gifts besides having your cosplay photograph professionally taken! The ball starts at 5pm with registration and Misao's photography session. While waiting for the hall to open, do enjoy the free flow prepared outside the hall while dropping by these booths. 

December babies, flash your IC at the registration counter to collect your RM3 coupon to be spent at the flea market :)

For those who desire to get their gift exchange from the booth, kindly be reminded it has to be RM10 at least. 

Bill's Prop Mending

Have you any broken props, props which require maintenance? Bring it along with you and see if Bill can help you fix it for FOC ;)

Buffllamas

If you guys have seen Wen and Charlene's Touhou team booth before, they will be here as well! Art books, badges/buttons, hats, mugs along with potential discounts awaits you!

Cappy's Knick-Knacks

Look what does Cappy has in store for us this Christmas: books, manga, anime merchandise and apparel. Do drop by and see if there is anything you fancy~

Vanilla Elf

Possibly the youngest doujin here. Do come and support Xsaye's art prints and doujin badges. 

Sparda's Collection

Having one of the largest personal collection of figurines, Sparda will be selling off some of them during this cosplay ball. Do drop by to see if there is any of your favourite character for sale~

Lowies Gift Shop

Selling off doujin stuff, cosplay items, perfume, women accessories and other female merchandise. Do check out the variety of items available! Perhaps you may find something good for Christmas if not New Year gift for someone~

Second Hand Stall

Cheap cloth, clothes and cosplay materials for grabs!

Yuki Special Wig Deal

Black Wig Gold Wig Pink Wig Blue Wig -etc requested Color-

100cm will be available for sale during Christmas/New Year Eve Cosplay Ball 

From RM50 wig free cap 

Short Wig Available from RM40 onwards + cap 

Only For Christmas Ball.

PM me if interested in any color.

1/2 Shipping will be waved.

http://www.facebook.com/yukichristy

Arisa's Wig Accessories 

wig brushes : RM13

wig stand : RM15


wig cap : RM4

Gift Exchange

Just some basic guidelines for the gift exchange activity :)

1. It is not compulsory to bring a gift for the gift exchange but you will not be entitled to receiving a gift during the gift exchange.
2. The minimum value of the item is RM10.
3. No personal or used items please!
4. It is preferable if the gift is unisex.
5. No explicit items allowed. We have under-aged guests attending!
6. Home made / hand made items are allowed.
7. Food items are allowed but please ensure that it is halal. 
8. Please have the item wrapped.

This section will be updated from time to time or when needed. Here are the notes from last year:
"As for the gift exchange, thanks for bringing the gifts! Just a short message to share though:

1. If you brought a good gift and received a good gift in return, God bless you!

2. If you brought a good gift and received a not so good gift, just know that the person who received your gift is greatly blessed by it.

3. If you brought a not so good gift and received a good gift, I'm sure you know by now how good does it feel to receive good gifts so in future, do take the effort to bless the others by doing likewise. 

4. Well if you brought a not so good gift and received a not so good gift...I'll leave this to you xp

5. For those who tak bawak langsung, now you know it feels good to receive something on christmas so next year, bawaklah satu!"

What To Do At Registration Counter

Hmm...this post is to make up for last year registration system which was a bit messy >< hopefully these guidelines help. These are the faces that will be greeting you at the registration desk ;) say hello~

Desk 1 - check for your name and payment (Yukito)

Desk 2 - collect your door gift and December Babies verification (Marianne)

Desk 3 - Submit gift exchange (Joseph)

Desk 4 - Sign the guest book (compulsory) and dedicate a card to anyone (optional)

Desk 5 - Get your picture taken (Kenneth)

Picked The Right Season?

Last year we have the Best Dressed Awards along with The Potential Photographer Turn Cosplayer Award. This year, in conjunction to our four season theme, we are gonna give out the Best Dressed Season Award!

•  Ms and Mr Summer
•  Ms and Mr Spring
•  Ms and Mr Autumn
•  Ms and Mr Winter

How Does It Work?

1. Pick the right season (you think best resemble) for your cosplay (check out the colour guide given).

2. Have our pictures taken according to the season of your choice during registration that day (everyone gotta do this).

3. All the pictures will be run through by our proud Award winners last year and 2 to 3 best dressed candidates will be picked out for voting later.

4. Candidates/nominees shall be announced over dinner.

5. Voting starts, you can drop your vote into a designated box on that day.
<NOTE: YOU DO NOT HAVE TO PERFORM. THIS IS NOT A COSPLAY COMPETITION>

The candidates/nominees selection criteria include your season selection i.e have you selected the right season for your cosplay, authenticity and creativity. The selection and award give away will be done by no other than our Award Winners last Year: Kuro Dai and Arisa Chow!

Theme FAQ

Still confused about the theme and seasons? Hopefully this post will be able to answer your questions

1) What is the theme?
Our theme this year is "Four Seasons".

2) How does this work?
Very simple actually. Upon confirming your payment, you are required to inform us which season you would like (Fiery Summer, Pastel Spring, Cool Winter, Auburn Autumn). We will also send you a reminder, should you forget ;P

3) So... what happens?
You are required to dress in the colours allocated to the season of choice at the ball. Of course you may also come in colours that are not listed under that particular season but the most prominent colour(s) must still remain the season of choice's colours.

4) Why the seasons? Must I pick one?
Yes, you are required to pick a season to participate in activities and so on. There will be group activities carried out which will require your participation by season. There will be awards given out  too :) The awards will be "Mr and Ms Spring/Summer/Autumn/Winter". Two winners from each season will be chosen through votes from the guests.

5) Can I change my season after notifying the admins?
Yes, you may until the season you wish to change to is already full. Please make any changes in advance to avoid disappointment.

6) What is the limit per season?
Spring and Summer : 20 people per season
Winter and Autumn : 30 people per season

7) Is season participation limited to cosplayers only? What if I'm not a cosplayer / do not wish to cosplay?
Nope, you may still join in without cosplaying but of course, please dress accordingly to the colours of the season you have selected. We do encourage guests to cosplay as it is a cosplay ball after all! :) However, cosplaying is not compulsory at this event.

Get Yourself A Free Studio Shoot Today!

Besides a whole new lot of activities and surprises, this year we gladly have Misao LS, a local cosplay photographer based in Kuala Lumpur to funk up the ball with his studio shoot and hey, it's FREE! 

Misao started his photography journey back in 2006 and began involving in cosplay photography since 2008. He is currently working as an IT engineer but his passion for photography has inspired him to take the course a level higher. He is taking diploma in photography at UTM. 

Majoring in studio portraiture, he also shoot figurines and casual fashion photography: Check out some of his work here:

http://hermanismail.com./

http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.259620734061334.61970.169213633102045&type=3

http://www.flickr.com/photos/kusakabemisao/sets/72157627831496056/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/kusakabemisao/sets/72157627831720806/

So How Does It Works?

Shooting period: 5pm-630pm

• Sign up to his booking page <links coming up soon>
• Each cosplayer have about 5 minutes shooting slot
• Key in your email or booking number into his laptop
• The pictures will be emailed to you
• Walk in cosplayers on that day is welcome too but you might need to queue up a little if there are lots of people ;)

So don't be shy, go up to the studio set up area on that day and request for your picture to be taken ;)

Check out his FB photography site: https://www.facebook.com/hermanfotografi

Be Entertained With Laughter!

You have seen him in cosplay. You have seen him pawn the stage. You have seen him crack a joke or two and now...you can see him LIVE in the ball this year! We are proudly bringing you our very own stand up comedian: ZCDave a.k.a NameDave!


He began his journey as a comedian back in 2009 and 2010, appearing in Anicom. Thereafter, he has been featured in Astro and TV8 for various funny shows! For the record, he has been a comedian for more than 11 events. Besides bringing laughter to people around him, he is also a script editor. So let us welcome him to our event this year and be prepared for his surprises!

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Calling All December Babies!

This year we're bringing in something new and special for all December babies!

Here's how it goes about. Drop us a note on the Facebook event page to notify us or you may let us known upon registration during the party. It is preferable if you can notify us in advance so that we will make sufficient preparation.

You will be entitled to a RM2 redemption coupon for the flea market... and perhaps a little surprise somewhere along the event...? ;)

The redemption coupon can be collected during registration, please bring along your IC just for verification ;)

General Info

Christmas & New Year Eve Cosplay Ball

Fuh...that's a mouthful isn't it XD

Date: 31st December 2011 (Saturday)

Time: 5:00pm till 12:15am

Location: Ballroom, Hotel Sri Petaling

Hotel link: http://www.hotelsripetaling.com.my/aboutus.html

This is not a sponsored event so help us fund this event to make it successful! You can bank in to us (Maybank or CIMB) or COD on Saturdays. Don't miss the early bird price!

Ticket price at: 

RM50 - Oct early birds

RM60 - Nov late comers

RM70 - December last minute buddies

Why you have to pay so much!? Other events are RM25++ for two days? This is because, this is a Cosplay Ball which covers the ballroom rental, your food, drinks, door gifts for all and all activities prizes! Here are the finalized menu! Everything is Halal:

Appetizer: 

Ulam, deep fried salted fish, cold cut, fresh green salad, mixed salad (2 types of dressing).

Soup: 

Cream of chicken soup, assorted bread with butter.

Main dishes:

Pilau Rice Indian Style, Fried Noodles, Roasted Chicken with Brown Sauce, Sweet and Sour Fish, Lamb Stew Irish Style, Pineapple Prawns, Stir Fried Squid with Chilli Paste, Fried Omelette Egg, Mixed Vegetables Chinese Style.

Dessert: 

Assorted sliced cakes, Bubur Kacang Hijau, Jelly, Cream Caramel, Pudding, Malay Kuih, assorted cut fruits.

Beverages: 

ABC and cordial drinks

Hotel parking flat rate at RM3 for the whole day.

We Have Returned!

Hi guys, last year we had the same gig at Bukit Jalil Golf Club Resort to celebrate Christmas the 'Cosplay style' with 40 cosplayers, photographers and people who like cosplay. This year, we are back bringing you more food, more games, more excitement, more surprises and more activities! 

We are gonna make it BIGGER this year by holding this event at a hotel ballroom. So, do we have 100 cosplayers out there who wanna join us for this year's Christmas and countdown to new year! Do check the other posts for updates, games and activities detail!

Cheers!