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Topic: Cosplay

	Cosplay UK
		Cosplay has a couple of meanings, but the most relevant is the merging of the words costume and play.
		Cosplay (コスプレ kosupure), a contraction (or portmanteau) of the English words "costume" and "play", is a Japanese subculture centered on dressing as characters from manga, anime, and video games, and, less commonly, Japanese live action television shows, Japanese movies, or Japanese pop music bands.
		It also mentions that another recent trend in cosplay is a blurring of the distinction between costumes based on characters from games and anime, and "original" costumes based upon a general theme or existing fashions.
	www.cosplay.co.uk (349 words)

	Cosplay: Tutte le informazioni su Cosplay su Encyclopedia.it (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
		Cosplay: Tutte le informazioni su Cosplay su Encyclopedia.it
		La principale differenza tra il cosplay e il vestirsi in costume praticato negli Stati Uniti e in Europa è che in Giappone le persone tipicamente si vestono come i personaggi dei cartoni animati (anime), dei fumetti (manga), o dei videogiochi giapponesi, piuttosto che vestirsi come personaggi di Star Trek o in costumi rinascimentali.
		Il cosplay si è diffuso in tutto il mondo negli ultimi anni, unendosi al vestirsi in costume per i convegni di fantascienza in Nord America ed Europa.
	www.encyclopedia.it /c/co/cosplay.html (228 words)

	Cosplay - Anime News Network
		Cosplay is a term that originated in Japan but is based on the English words "Costume Play", essentially play-acting in costumes.
		In Japan Cosplay is not limited to anime/manga, but also a staple of many other entertainment industries such as science fiction and horror.
		Crossplay is a sub-category of cosplay where the cosplayer dresses as a character of the opposite sex, for example a woman dressing as Vash the Stampede or a man dressing as Sailor Moon.
	www.animenewsnetwork.com /encyclopedia/lexicon.php?id=15 (700 words)

	Cosplay - Uncyclopedia, the content-free encyclopedia
		Cosplay (ポケモン) is the modern Japanese and American art of dressing up as slightly fatter versions of the characters from anime, video games, or manga.
		The true origin of cosplay is unknown, but it is believed that the term was coined by the famous Bill Cosby, in or around the time of 1972.
		Rapidly becoming one of the fattest, pimpliest populations on earth, American bodies were ill-suited to the clingy, svelt costumes of modern cosplay and American complexions clashed horrendously with the bright, exciting hair colors.
	uncyclopedia.org /wiki/Cosplay (813 words)

	Cosplay/Anime Costuming and Masquerade Links Text
		Cosplay is a Japanese fan term for Costume Play; it's equivalent to the Western fan term Masquerade.
		In Japan cosplay covers pretty much the spread that convention masquerades in the West cover, from SF to fantasy, from medieval to military uniforms.
		Cosplaying in Western terms is as old as Western anime fandom.
	www.nyx.net /~wsantoso/cosptext.html (1282 words)

	MomoChan Cosplay - What's Cosplay?
		I cosplayer sono fans (otaku in giapponese) che in un tempo che varia da pochi giorni a alcuni mesi, a seconda della complessità del personaggio scelto, ne confezionano il vestito e ne imparano posture, atteggiamenti e movenze, arrivando a volte a recitare piccole parti o a cantare sigle e canzoni in giapponese.
		I primi cosplayer italiani, furono semplici appassionati di fumetti che iniziarono a frequentare le fiere e le manifestazioni mascherati dai propri eroi a metà degli anni 90.
		In this yeas the cosplay hobby was become like a mania interfere in the cosplay contests the comics comvention are one of the most important event for the cosplayers in the contest will be reward the gretest cosplay group and their inpersonation.
	momocosplay.altervista.org /What_s_Cosplay.shtml (471 words)

	Cosplay Complex
		Cosplay Complex is a typical fan service show with cosplay as its gimmick.
		As Cosplay Complex starts, we see a club of cosplayers trying to figure out how to get a teacher to sponsor their group, giving them legitimacy in their school (and possibly some funds for their costumes).
		The humor elevates it a bit, but the obviousness of the plot points grated on me. Cosplay is a topic that is virtually wide open in the anime realm; it's not been done to death.
	www.theanimereview.com /reviews/cosplay.html (815 words)

	nt2099 COSPLAY UNDERGROUND
		Cosplay Underground is a one-year project site which started back in 2002 while visiting a friend who was a special guest at Fanime 2003.
		Back then, cosplayers were around a dozen (as you can see from our old school cosplay photos below) but things have changed a lot since then.
		I would like to take the time to thank the many cosplayers who have given us the opportunity to take their pictures, the cosplayers we interviewed for giving us the opportunity to know about them through our interviews and also for the people who enjoyed our trippy photo gallery.
	www.nt2099.com /cosplay (463 words)

	Animefringe: July 2004 - Reviews - Cosplay Complex (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
		Cosplay doesn't get much coverage in anime, considering that cosplayers made up a pretty vocal and enthusiastic slice of the fandom pie, and cosplay is a rapidly growing otaku passion and hobby.
		She loves cosplaying, and wants to be the best cosplayer in the world.
		The first episode introduces characters and their situation (broke and not enough members) and goal (to win the Cosplay World Series!), the second has them working at a beachside coffeehouse, and the third climaxes with a cosplay showdown with the top school and last year's champions.
	www.animefringe.com /magazine/2004/07/review/02.php (649 words)

	Urban Dictionary: cosplay
		Contrary to popular belief, many cosplayers (well over 98%) do not believe they are the characters they are "cosplaying" as.
		Those crappy cosplays are the ones that are shown on message boards and posted around everywhere.
		Cosplay is a popular hobby of teen-aged girls in Japan, and is also prominent amongst anime fans worldwide.
	www.urbandictionary.com /define.php?term=cosplay (919 words)

	Otafest 2007
		The Otafest 2007 Cosplay is a live event which allows individuals or groups to display their costume in a live theatre setting.
		The journeyman category is for those who are new to cosplay or have not won a award in a recognized cosplay competition.
		As the cosplay event is held in a large room, the use of a microphone is recommended as it will help in the audience hear you.
	www.otafest.com /cosplay.html (1698 words)

	What's Cosplay? (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
		Cosplay original meaning "Costume play" first was happening in US holiday "Halloween" during Oct. 31st.
		Even though Cosplay had spray out all over the world, not just in Asia, now in US, UK, and else where are extremely popular.
		Even though, if you still interest in what cosplay is, you may log on google with keyword Cosplay or www.cosplay.com maybe a good reference for the newbie.
	www.miss-okappa.com /cosplay/enter_sub.htm (172 words)

	ANIMEfringe: Reviews - CosPlay Encyclopedia
		The title CosPlay Encyclopedia is a bit ambitious for a volume that barely scratches the surface of the scope of the fan phenomenon.
		It could even be possible to play a drinking game with this video if you took one drink every time you saw another cosplayer that is dressed better than the one being interviewed, or take two drinks every time a person walks by with fanzines.
		Scattered at points are a top ten of cosplay costumes which are modeled by the same person and a visit to a supply store that turns into an international plug for the store during the credits.
	www.animefringe.com /magazine/00.03/reviews/cosplayenc.php3 (411 words)

	Cosplay
		The term cosplay, or “ko-su-pu-re,” originates from Japan, where cosplay is a popular form of entertainment among children and young adults.
		Cosplayers enjoy dressing up and performing as their favorite fantasy, sci-fi, anime, manga and game characters.
		Cosplay is the Japanese version of western “Fan Masquerade" and “Hall Costuming” combined.
	www.adventurersplace.com /cosplay.htm (215 words)

	Cosplay Complex DVD - Review - Anime News Network
		Chako and her friends at East Oizumi High are struggling to keep the Cosplay Club afloat.
		Mayhem and fanservice abound as Chako and her teammates challenge themselves and each other in epic cosplay battles, explore love interests and make new friends along the way.
		A hot blonde with a triple D rack and a passion for preschool girls; an owl that kindles the insatiable female desire for a plushie; a fairy with an incredible sweet tooth that transforms into various costumes and changes the bust size of the wearer at will.
	www.animenewsnetwork.com /review/cosplay-complex/dvd (1590 words)

	Open Directory - Arts: Animation: Anime: Fandom: Cosplay (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
		Cosplay Kiseki - Photographs and summaries of her costumes, convention reports, and biography.
		Cosplay Lab - Gallery of costume images posted by members, convention reports, and registration form.
		Life Stream Cosplay - This is a gallery of pics of Cloud and Aeris from Final Fantasy VII.
	dmoz.org /Arts/Animation/Anime/Fandom/Cosplay (973 words)

	Cosplay Encyclopedia Review
		Suggesting there was no microphone present, so the interviewer had to stand very close to the cosplayer in order to pick up their voice on the camera.
		There were cosplayers who stated their costumes took less than a week to construct, and the interviewer sounded very impressed if their costumes took less than a day to make.
		Some cosplayers kept their fandom a secret (especially the under 18 age range), while others had the support of family and friends.
	www.cosplayreviews.com /CospEncy/Review.html (1225 words)

	Cosplay \| Brian David Phillips \| Fotki.com
		These are the photos taken by Kaye Phillips and Susan Oscar from the cosplay (see my 3D stereoview albums of the event in the Cosplay 3D folders).
		After the cosplay, Lorraine, Kaye, and I went to Sunday's restraunt in Taipei for "all you can eat" BBQ ribs.
		Of course, by showing me all the kool people and nifty events and blathering about them on their own blogs, they're also letting me know what an incredibly neat event I am missing and that we just don't have incredibly kool cons like that on this side of the Big Blue.
	public.fotki.com /briandavidphillips/cosplay (1681 words)

	what is this cosplay thing? (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
		cosplay is two words (costume play) merged together into one short cute little term we use "cosplay"!
		it has become very popular and if you go to a anime con your sure to see tons of cosplayers!
		cosplay is a great way to express your self!
	www.cosplay-land.com /what.html (122 words)

	CosPlay Encyclopedia DVD
		A couple of prurient teenagers hang out at the entryway to a few cosplay conventions with a video camera and a canned list of questions that never varies.
		My first impression was basicallt extatic since there is only one cosplay tape in america and its subbed.
		but the whole thing was guys talking to young teen cosplayers in short skirts flirting.
	www.buy-cheapest-online.net /buy/CosPlay+Encyclopedia (295 words)

	Cosplay.com - Advertising Info
		If you are not a cosplayer, please do not fill out a cosplayer bio, we will remove it.
		The only exception is if you are new to the cosplay world and are actively planning on cosplaying, in which case filling one out is ok as long as you still attempt to keep it cosplay-related.
		The overwhelming majority of the photos in your gallery must be cosplay related.
	www.cosplay.com /index.php/rules (2242 words)

	Cosplay Closet Homepage
		Japanese cosplayers frequently attend costume role playing parties and the ComicMarket to celebrate and be seen.
		Cosplay costumes are not limited to a particular theme.
		Cosplay is the Japanese version of western “Fan Masquerade" and “Hall Costuming”; combined.
	www.cosplaycloset.com (203 words)

	Cosplay.com - the internet's premier cosplay community
		Cosplay.com will be running a cosplay contest in Hollywood on Saturday, June 2nd, at the 1-year anniversary party for our friends at the popular LA store JapanLA.
		You are not required to enter the contest if you are cosplaying, but it can’t hurt to try for some of the prizes.
		Cosplay judging will take place from 10pm to 11pm, with the winners announced around 1am.
	www.cosplay.com (1011 words)

	Cosplay Lab Costumes Cosplayers and Contacts
		Cosplay Lab features tens of thousands of anime, manga, video game, J-Rock, sci-fi and fantasy costumes created by people just like you from all over the world.
		If you're new to cosplay, or are a seasoned cosplayer, Cosplay Lab is your one-stop shop for maintaining your entire costume collection, organize cosplay skits and photoshoots, meet other cosplayers, get info on upcoming anime conventions, and way more!
		Cosplay Lab was in the house in full studio regalia to capture the enthusiasm of the fans.
	www.cosplaylab.com (892 words)

	i think the thing i love most about cosplay - Beastie Boys Message Board
		cosplay is when nerds dress up like their favorite characters (video games, anime, etc.) and wear these costumes and be nerds together.
		The closest thing I ever came to cosplay was when I played Alex DeLarge from Clockwork Orange in a highschool video.
		I don't have the pictures on-hand, but the most creative cosplays I've seen were the Metal Gear Solid soldier with the "!" over his head, a guy in a box portraying Snake using the cardboard box in the Metal Gear Solid games, and a Transformer able to transform--at least partially.
	www.beastieboys.com /bbs/showthread.php?p=1238201&mode=linear (779 words)

	Making Cosplay Worth It
		There are also role-play and game show events, like Cosplay Human Chess or the Anime Dating Game, which require participants on stage to not only look like but act like their characters in hilarious improvised performances based on old-fashioned game shows.
		The ideal, then, is for every cosplayer, even those who never enter a competition, to achieve some golden moment which makes the effort worth it.
		Some will profile individual cosplayers, documenting their achievements, how they acquired and used unusual skills or techniques, and, in some cases, how they have gone on to use their cosplay skills in business and life.
	www.tokyopop.com /175.html?page=4 (1449 words)

	Urban Dictionary: cosplay
		Such cosplays often require hours of hard work, and considerable seing talent.
		Other times, cosplays can be horrendous; especially when fat, balding, middle-aged men decide to cosplay as Sailor Moon, or when a costume really doesn't fit the wearer.
		In Japan, "cosplay" or "costume play" seems to mean no more than "wearing a costume or something that looks like a costume".
	www.urbandictionary.com /images.php?word=cosplay (919 words)

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