convention & cosplay lore (est 2000)
New year? New branding! Let’s talk about the cons we did go to in 2020, the cons we were looking forward to, and the cons that went virtual. Shoutout to Wonder Con, Zenkai Con, Otakon, CSSN, and Pacific Media Expo…
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2020’s convention scene is unlike anything we’ve experienced. Fan events have found their home online. We have covered the Azure Lane anniversary, Otakon, and Anime Expo covering panels, announcements, and informative programming. However, what does a virtual convention look like…
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I love the Disney animated feature, Mulan. Sure, it’s not a perfect adaptation of the Chinese legend. I was just happy to see Disney take on Chinese culture at the height of my “Chinese history is so awesome!!” phase. I…
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Otakon Online occured on Saturday, August 1, 2020 on Otakon’s various Twitch channels. In response to the worldwide pandemic, Otakon held their anime show on a virtual platform. There were a few panel rooms that featured topics of fandom discussion….
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I love that Lin Manuel Miranda’s Hamilton is finding a new life and second wind on Disney Plus. In light of the conversations and controversy behind Hamilton, begun to reflect on my experiences in living history communities. When the original…
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For those of you tuning in, my name is Eri Kagami. I’ve been cosplaying for a decade or so. I love anime. I love video games. I love cosplaying and going to conventions. I’ve seen the standards of cosplay photography…
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There’s a bunny and kitty on the wing of the plane! This was the year we couldn’t have an Anime Expo in downtown Los Angeles. No lines. No overheating. No waiting for the shuttles. No rush to get from point…
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What if Fanime 2020 lived in our imagination? Join Scarlet Rhapsody and CaliConBlog as they saunter around the San Jose Convention Center. Hosted by Eri Kagami and Jared the Greek with special guests, Matt (California Conventions Blog), and Ryan (California…
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So, a sassy kitty named Raymond now lives on my island in Animal Crossing: New Horizons. I admit, this is my first bout playing with cute animals in this life simulator outside of Pocket Camp for mobile devices. The world…
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I’m blessed to have plenty of amazing and talented cosplay and fashion friends making masks. Please also consider supporting their businesses! Dusk Imai – send them a DM on Twitter! Starlit Creations ACT Costumes Heart of Haute Oblong Box Shop…
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