Pop Shock Masquerade

Cosplay is much more than anime and manga. Give me lolitas! Give me steampunk! Give me a Morning Musume cosplay troupe! Show me your best Hard Gay! Angelic or gothic, J Rock or J Pop, this competition showcases fans of a wide spectrum of fashion genres and celebrities that shape our fandom. To compete, online registration is preferred. At con registration will be open as space permits.

The rules on this page are for participants only. If you are interested in watching this event, just check the convention schedule to find out when it is!

Event Locations, Times, and Dates

Date: Day 2, Friday, July 2nd, 2010

Location: LP2

Time: 5:00pm to 6:00pm

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Entry Requirements

1. The Online Registration form must be filled out by the contact person of the group or individual entering Pop Shock Masquerade.
2. Online Registration will close when all available primary and standby entries are filled or by June 12th, 2010.
3. At-Con Registration will be available at the Cosplay Events Info Desk as space permits.
4. The Pop Shock Masquerade will have 25 primary entries and 15 standby entries.
5. All contestants must fill out and sign the General Release & Waiver Form.
6. Any contestant under 18 years of age at the time of the Pop Shock Masquerade must have their parent or legal guardian sign the appropriate section of the General Release & Waiver Form.
7. All contestants must check in at the Cosplay Events Office for final updates, information and submission of completed waivers and music.
8. There is a mandatory meeting. Each confirmed group must send at least one representative. Time and Date will be announced.

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Contestant Rules

1. Participants must adhere to the Anime Expo® Code of Conduct. This applies to costumes and performance. If it is not allowed in a PG rated film, then it is not allowed in this event.
2. All Props must conform to Anime Expo®’s Weapons Policy.
3. All participants must be respectful and careful of each other, their costumes, and props at all times. Willful damage of costumes and/or props as well as inappropriate manners toward other participants or staff will result in removal from the event.
4. For safety reasons flash powder, fireworks, lasers, electrical flashes, smoke machines, and open flame are not allowed.
5. All contestants may participate in a single entry only.

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Costume Rules

1. It is recommended that all costumes being presented for costume judging be accompanied by a reference book or album with the following information:
   • Information on the costume being presented:
     Name of band, television show, or fashion genre
     Name of artist or personality
     Pictures of artist, personality, or sketches of original fashion design (front, back, side & any important details)
     Clear images showing construction progress (minimum of 6 pictures)
     Place captions for all photos. Please make it as clear and neat as possible
   • All images and photos are required to be placed in a binder or album.
   • Place images in order of information followed by construction photos.
2. Costumes must be from bands or musicians, Asian popular culture or celebrities, or creations of original fashion, such as lolita or steampunk.
3. Costumes should not be constructed with messy substances or materials. Paint or make up should not come off during casual contact with others.
4. Costumes must be self-contained. Connections to electrical sockets will not be available.
5. Purchased or Rental costumes are prohibited.
6. All Props must conform to Anime Expo®’s Weapons Policy.
7. Costumes and Props must be constructed by:
   • Contestant wearing the costume.
   • Fellow members of the entry group.
   • Family or friends without monetary compensations. Any assistance from family and friends is limited to one group.

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Performance Rules

1. Groups are limited to a maximum of 8 members.
2. There is a 3 minute time limit for skits and other performances. Performances that run longer than 3 minutes will be stopped.
3. Any pre-recorded audio must be turned in when you check in at the Cosplay Events Office. Only single track audio CDs will be accepted.
4. Any presentations with stunts or shocking performances must be cleared with the Pop Shock Masquerade Coordinator.
5. Participants are prohibited from jumping or running off stage.
6. Do not leave anything on the stage that can not be quickly and easily picked up.
7. Narration to be read by the MC must be 35 words or less. Any narratives will be read before performances and costumers’ information will be read afterwards.
8. Interaction with the MC is not permitted during a performance.

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Awards

A panel of judges will select the winners. The exception is the Fan Favorite award, which will be selected based on audience response. If there is no entry that meets the requirements for a themed award, that award will not be given.

1. Fan Favorite Award: This award is presented to the entry selected by the attendees of Pop Shock Masquerade.
2. Best Presentation: This award is presented to the entry that has shown excellent stage presentation. This can be either by a performance or a simple exhibition of a costume.
3. Best Craftsmanship: This award is presented to the entry that has shown excellent costume craftsmanship and construction.
4. Best Lolita: This award is presented to the entry that has the best original designed lolita outfit. If no entry qualifies, this award will not be given.
5. Best Steampunk: This award is presented to the entry that has the best original designed steampunk outfit. If no entry qualifies, this award will not be given. Award sponsored by Expedition Armory.

In addition to these, each judge may choose to give one judges award to an entry which they feel deserves recognition that did not receive any of the above awards.

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Registration Form

Click here to sign up for 2010 Pop Shock Masquerade.

Waiver

Download the waiver here.