I always see COSPLAY in game promotion. What does this word mean? "

Cosplay is the abbreviation of costume drama (note * 1), which is translated as "role-playing" in Chinese; That is, with the combination of clothing and props, plus makeup modeling, body language and so on. To play a favorite role. The person who participates in Cosplay is called Cosplayer.

Generally speaking, Cosplay includes playing comics, animation, video games, movies, Vision Rock (note *3) and creating their own roles. But the object of Cosplay is not limited, as long as it is playing a role. However, Chunzi wears some special clothes (such as Gothic &; Lolita), and without a specific target, it is not Cosplay.

Cosplay is a demanding interest, which requires Cosplayer to play a role vividly, so the basic requirements are "similarity in form" and "similarity in spirit".

"Similarity" refers to the similarity in appearance, such as clothing, props, makeup and even hairstyle.

"Spirit likeness" means that the verve should be similar, for example, the manners, actions and demeanor should be similar.

Finally, I want to emphasize that Cosplayer is Cosplay because he loves a character. Cosplay is a self-entertaining interest, not for others to see or take pictures of. Even if you put on some characters' costumes, their motivation is "just to take pictures of others", which is Model rather than Cosplayer.

(Note * 1 The word "play" here should be interpreted as "play" rather than "play". The meaning is similar to "play" in "role playing". )

(Note *2 Because many Cosplayer like to use the word "Cos" instead of the word "play", this article will also. )

(Note *3 Visual Orchestra: mainly bands or singers who play J-Rock. )

2. Why does 2.Cosplayer like cosplay?

The meaning of Cosplay is to play a favorite role. In fact, it can be exaggerated to say that Cosplayer uses Cosplay to express his love for that role! Some like the role itself, some are attracted by the shape of the role, and they like the role, so they want to play it.

Cosplay also makes Cosplayer a role in the dream world. After the addiction of being the main character of animation, I feel ... very good! And Cosplay is actually not an easy task. After some efforts, a successful Cos role can also bring great satisfaction to Cosplayer.

As for Cos VR, Cosplayer is required to enjoy the music of a singer or band before playing. Generally speaking, these singers or bands have their own unique images and costumes. For example, Dir ~ en ~ Grey, Hide and Malice Mizer have all been passed by Cos. ......

3. What is the origin of 3.cosplay?

Cosplay originated in Japan and was held in the 1970s. At that time, some fans' organizations would dress up as anime characters at the upcoming sales meeting and become the organization's "watching mothers" to attract fans to visit their booths. In the early 1990s, Cosplay was also introduced to Hong Kong. At first, it mainly appeared in the instant sales meeting of fans in the form of "watching mom". (Note *5)

Later, through the instant sales meeting of fans' chronicles, not only did more people know about Cosplay, but also attracted many people outside the fans' chronicles organization to participate in Cosplay. Coupled with various Cosplay activities, media introduction, a lot of information about Cosplay on the Internet and so on. Cosplay has developed rapidly and its popularity is comparable to that of colleagues.

Now, Cosplay has developed into an independent interest. In addition to the "mom" Cosplayer, there are more cosplayers whose starting point is to play their favorite role. The focus of Cosplay also tends to play the role you like, and the object you play extends beyond the animation role.

[Note *4: The word "Fan Zhi" originally refers to a group of people (fans) and literary works (records) with the same interests created by * *, and is called "Fan Zhi". 」

That is to say, as long as like-minded friends combine their published literary works into a book, print them at their own expense and do not need commercial publication, they can all be called "fan stories". Later, due to the prevalence of Japanese animation and video game culture, popular works are very popular among peers, and "adapting commercial works and drawing comic fan stories in the form of rumors" has gradually become the mainstream of the fan community. "Fanshi sells immediately": selling and buying Fanshi to the good side. (This note is taken from CW Journal)]

(Note * 5 There are several different opinions about the origin of cosplay, and the one put forward here is the one I hear most often. The author suggests that those who are interested in further understanding should seek other materials for verification. )

4. In what activities will you meet Cosplayer?

Cosplay Event mainly include the following contents:

One is the Cosplay or fan chronicle activities held by the school.

Secondly, some commercial organizations will also hold some activities that welcome Cosplayer to participate as one of the selling points of fan stories, comics or game exhibitions.

Third, self-organizing activities, that is, Cosplayer's spontaneous activities, are generally in the form of inviting a few to a dozen friends or companions to a place for Cosplay.

Open Cosplay activities (i.e. Category I and Category II) are about once a month on average. But the exam season is generally not available. (Note: The situation in mainland China is the most in winter and summer vacations, followed by May Day and November holidays. Find related posts in some Cosplay discussion forums, and you can find the data of upcoming Cosplay activities.

5. How can I Cosplay?

If you have a favorite role and want to play that role, you can go to Cosplay! Cosplay does not need to join any organization.

Some Cosplayer can play by themselves, while others like to invite friends to play the same set of animation roles in the Cosplay discussion forum, that is, to form a group.

To play a role, you need costumes and props for that role. But these clothes and props are not ready-made in the market, so Cosplayer has to find them or build them himself.

To put it simply, the general preparation process of a role in Cos is as follows (for reference only, it may be different from the actual situation):

1. Select the role you want.

2. Understand the character, such as whether the character is happy or sad, cute or elegant, etc ...... (Remember the similarity mentioned above? )

3. Find or draw the figure. The design drawings must clearly show the costumes and props of the characters. In addition to copying from comics or original comics, you can also use online search engines to find relevant websites and download pictures of people. In addition, some Cosplayer will like to draw their own settings. In addition to the front view of the characters, it is better to have the back view.

4. Purchase the required fabrics, garment accessories and accessories according to the design drawings. Most Cosplayer like to go to stores to buy them themselves, but they can also be provided by clothing manufacturers.

5. Make clothes. You can sew it yourself according to the design drawing, or you can ask a dressmaker to help you sew it.

6. props. If that character has props, then look for props. Some simple props, such as pistols, can be bought in toy stores, but if they are not ready-made, you should think about how to find materials to make them yourself.

7. Wigs, hair gel and cosmetics. If necessary, wigs, hairspray and cosmetics can make their appearance more similar.

8. Make clothes and props, and you can go to Cosplay! With makeup and hairstyle, I walked to the mirror and saw a character coming out of a cartoon/animation! At this time, imitate the character's demeanor, and you will become your favorite character! Enjoy being a role in your dream world!

You can also participate in some Cosplay activities and feel the fun of Cosplay with everyone! You can also meet other Cosplayer at the event! Just put on your clothes when you get to the activity venue. Cosplay activities do not require registration except for individual activities.

However, since the open Cosplay activities are open to the public, we should take measures to prevent exposure and take good care of our own property. Cosplayer has the right to refuse to take photos, and has the right to leave at any time when being photographed. If you meet someone suspicious, you should leave as soon as possible and find a friend to accompany you. If necessary, you should also seek the assistance of the staff or security personnel on site.

6. I also want to participate in Cosplay activities, watch Cosplay and take pictures of Cosplayer, can I?

Sure! Basically all public activities (that is, the first and second types of activities mentioned in the fourth question) can be attended by anyone. In Cosplay activities, as long as you politely ask Cosplayer to take pictures, most of them are willing to be photographed.

However, people who want to take pictures should be reminded to ask their permission before taking pictures of Cosplayer. Taking pictures without permission is a very annoying thing for Cosplayer. Moreover, Cosplayer is not a model, and has no obligation to take pictures of others or pose as required by photographers. So if you are rejected, please don't force it, please respect Cosplayer's wishes. After all, Cosplayer doesn't Cosplay for taking pictures of others.

Please don't criticize Cosplayer's appearance. Cosplay is a self-entertaining interest, not for others to see, and there is no need to get others' approval. And Cosplay is an interest that has nothing to do with looks. Anyone who likes it can Cosplay. Cosplayer doesn't welcome people who watch Cosplay just to "watch MM".

When discussing the outline of this article with friends, friends raised objections. In my opinion, after so many years of development and the social atmosphere in the Mainland, cosplay has become the absolute highlight of comic exhibition. I don't intend to analyze and comment on this phenomenon here, but focus on sharing typical experiences in activities.

Clothing preparation, the key to "scheduling"

Nowadays, many people like to make clothes props in cosplay stores, so we should pay attention to the "schedule". Taking Guangzhou as an example, February and August are the holding periods of large-scale comic exhibitions every year, followed by the Golden Week in May and 10. Therefore, one month before the exhibition, especially in June and July of 65438+, cos clothing store no longer accepts new orders. In fact, even if you place an order two months in advance, sometimes there will be a mess that can't be completed on time.

Therefore, when commissioning the production of cos, we should remember the "prepaid amount". Groups should place orders at least six months in advance, and singles should place orders three months in advance. Attach the most detailed pattern when placing an order (if possible, make an exploded diagram), so that the tailor can help you measure it on the spot and avoid being called to replenish it again and again (heaven and earth conscience, even if you don't mind running around, it will cause trouble to others). Time is really pressing (for example, there is still one month or half a month or even a week before the exhibition-_-|||) before deciding the role of cos. Amen, you have plenty of food and clothing, who inspired you so late ..........................................

How to carry valuables?

Although coser can leave his luggage in his own club or let his friends keep it, for convenience, he still has to carry his wallet, mobile phone and cos card with him. This requires thinking when making cos clothes and putting them on beforehand.

For example, bow belts and kimono sleeves can be made into hidden spaces. You can also make a wallet-like object system on your chest or waist, and then cover it with sari or cloak (depending on the costume requirements of the role). If you wear a long skirt without pockets, you can wear a pair of shorts with pockets and hide things in your pockets-pay attention to your manners, slowly lift your skirt, show your trouser legs, take out your bag and sweat. ...

I wish I could use a spy mini phone ... I long for it. XD)

Take some "first aid supplies"

There are people coming and going at the exhibition venue, and it is possible for you to push me and squeeze anything. The most common things are damaged props and unstable clothes. Unless the clothes are absolutely well-made or the props are absolutely stable, it is best to bring tools that can be repaired at any time in your bag.

A senior once joked: "coser's three gifts: string, pin and double-sided tape." For props, commonly used are 502, transparent glue, acrylic pigments related to the color of props, pins and so on. Although white latex is clean, it has low adhesion and long waiting time, so it is not recommended.

A simple diet high in calories and boiling water.

For coser, "eating" and "convenience" at the scene are the most troublesome problems. Cos activities are generally full-time, and there is generally no good thing of "removing makeup at noon"; Moreover, the food supply of the comic exhibition is relatively scalper, either too expensive or you have to go out to buy something to eat. As for "convenience" ... most exhibition toilets have become temporary fitting rooms, crowded with people, and it is easy to stain cos's clothes because of environmental problems, so the real exhibition workshop is not on the stage, but in the bathroom. Ex-dividend

We can't be afraid to go to the toilet without eating, taking off our makeup or drinking water. How can we ensure enough physical strength? It is recommended to bring a piece of chocolate or compressed biscuits for lunch (which are sold in Weihua supermarkets, sealed and packaged, and have many flavors). If you drink water, don't drink fruit juice (it will only make you thirsty) or coke (... diuretic |||), just boil the water, and the water will stay in your mouth for a long time (-v-||| |), which will not cause life danger and reduce the risk.

The dressing room is very convenient.

The locker room problem has always been the focus of cosplayer's attention. "Almost every time there is a' lack of dressing room' in the exhibition venue, cosplayer is crowded into the bathroom with good color and fragrance like sardines. (Excerpted from "Give me a stand-up comedy stage") "At this helpless time, it is very important to play team spirit!

In the corner, let a friend open it with a large piece of cloth (such as cloak and tablecloth) and put his hands on two right-angled walls, so that the space formed is barely enough for one person to change clothes. You can also use the baffle of the club booth to form a human wall for simple dressing. These methods are a little funny to write down, but they are really effective ways to deal with emergencies. (Smile) Changing clothes in the emergency passage where no one passes is also a common method-as long as there is no closed-circuit TV. Although it is not bad for XD to go home in cos clothes, for the sake of public safety and etiquette, if you go back by bus, subway or walk, and the clothes are quite out of touch with the surrounding environment, it is better to change and go back.

The ideas listed above are just methods that coser and I have known and tried. I hope you can share your good ideas. The scale of comic-con cos activities is getting bigger and bigger, and there are more and more participants. Learning to overcome many difficulties and enjoy this feast is more important than winning prizes.

Friends who want to participate in COSPLAY but don't have COS and friends who are already in COSPLAY.

I hope you can understand.

First of all, please know what COSPLAY is.

Let's start with "role-playing"

Role-playing is just a disguised performance, which has nothing to do with fashion shows, fashion shows and other exotic clothes.

Role-playing in a broad sense refers to all cross-dressing behaviors, such as masquerade parties and celebrity imitation shows. , involving many different people.

In a narrow sense, role-playing refers to a group of people making their own favorite roles to play, and they all have the same thing-anime fans.

This group of people, we all call them COSPLAYER, and their performance behavior is called COSPLAY.

In the past, people always thought it meant drama, but the meanING of drama actually had a living meaning, which was "playing ing". At first, in order to attract people's attention to their club activities, a group of volunteers acted as characters in cartoons. Well, only the scene is called COSPLAY, which originated from the scene. Speaking of which, if there is no audience, the private photos at home do not belong to COSPLAY, and everyone will shake their heads ~

However, it's very important that we can't say it's COSPLAY unless it's an anime person. If you can, you can watch COSPLAY by turning on the TV every day, and it's super professional! "Three Kingdoms" and "Water Margin" The Journey to the West ... Do you think it can be summarized by COSPLAY? I can't. So COSPLAY is a term that only belongs to the animation circle.

So it is impossible to be a COS person without watching anime. There are many costume films on TV, and sometimes there will be star imitation shows, and many people who are not anime fans will participate. They are not a COSPLAYER, but they are role players, which has nothing to do with their imitation similarity.

Yes, COSPLAY only has anime people. Send photos in the forum and ask everyone who is suitable for COS. If you are not an anime fan, you can't be a COSER. At best, you are a walk-on extras.

I don't want to use the above concepts to isolate people who can't animate from COS. I just hope that those who fall in love with animation because of watching COS can learn more about the attraction of animation, because only if you also fall in love with animation can you be happy with everyone.

Recently, I often see many friends posting their photos in the forum, and some photos that look like sailor suits, kimonos and dresses, with the title "Original COS". COSPLAY can't sum up all the cross-dressing behaviors on this earth.

COSPLAY is a cross-dressing behavior based on animation and games. On the surface, it imitates characters from clothing, props and makeup, and then gradually matures and refines. COS is divided into A C G (animation, comics and games), artistic COS(COS movie characters and stars) and human COS.

COS—— of ACG-imitating the behavior of characters in comics or games.

Compared with the existing stars, the artistic ability Cos includes characters, stars and bands in movie stories.

Humanoid COS-Compared with existing SD dolls and models.

It can be seen that COS is a kind of performance behavior after the world has already had the role of a work. The above two kinds do not include Lolita and punk, which are very popular. The easiest thing for new people who know COSPLAY is to use the word COS to summarize all the behaviors of wearing strange clothes.

If you have made up your mind to play COSPLAY, please take the title of COSER seriously. COSER is not a star. When you are playing, you are a COSER. When you are not playing, you are no different from normal people.

You think COSPLAY is a good opportunity to show off how rich you are. Or artistic talent, or natural beauty, please attend some beautiful flowers or super girls.

COSPLAY is a passion for the characters in a work, a fanatical way of love, not a tool for you to show off.

Then, I will give you a perfect explanation of "original COS".

"Original COS" is actually a kind of abbreviation, which is called "I make my work COSPLAY"

Yes, the work is original, and this originality is for plagiarism and piracy. COSPLAY plays the role of a work created by itself or others. For example, he created a work called "The Saint of saint seiya", and Mr. Che followed the fashion and came to Guangzhou to participate in the COSPLAY competition with everyone. Then the difference between him and everyone at this time lies in:

Masami Kurumada's COS is the COSPLAY of the characters in his original works, referred to as the original COSPLAY for short.

And other girls and boys who play saints are COSPLAY of other people's works, referred to as COSPLAY.

Huh? The word "original" is missing ~ ~ but in fact, the car teacher spends more time than the little girl ~ ~

But our art host and our hard-working media animation editor. It's so disappointing that everyone has to say X abbreviation (abbreviated as: original COS). At this point, the general public agrees that the original COS does exist. . . . Suffering COSPLAYER, work hard for the public.

Original, something similar to COS but different, such as toilet paper and mop, keyboard and mouse, skirt and underwear, are related but can't describe each other. If you insist on saying together: Is the toilet paper mop a mop? Is keyboard and mouse a new invention? Is skirt underwear a kind of underwear? So how can the original COS be called COS?

COSER may spend a few days traveling all over the country because of the subtle color difference of a piece of cloth and the shape of a button when imitating his favorite character, in order to stay up late with everyone ... Yes, this is the COS spirit, the COS spirit of the character they love! Because the soul belongs to your partner.

Dai Shun said that if the role players don't like a character, they can't follow the production process without a mask. Many people are caught by some strange groups because they are handsome or like them. I think a qualified Coser should do everything from doing (COS) to playing. Even if you can't make clothes, you should buy cloth or find materials to find a tailor and draw pictures yourself.

Above, the so-called "original COS" is not intended to be done at present. Why do you call yourself COS?

In addition, a guy who likes to use a computer to handle props or decorations that he is too lazy to make is not a COS.

Well, here's a special talk about many talented children. They have dexterous hands, can make their own clothes, like to wear dresses, Lolita and punk, and can make many fashionable ways of dressing themselves ~

Wait, these behaviors have nothing to do with COSPLAY. COSPLAY can't summarize all the cross-dressing behaviors in the world. The above behavior can only say that you are Lolita, you are a punk, and so on ~ (I am often said to be a punk, but I am just a carrier)

Now it's easy to see people everywhere say "I miss COS Lolita", which actually has no effect on COS and Lolita, but this statement shows that we know too little about COSPLAY and Lolita, especially the latter, so I think if a girl likes Lolita, she should read more books and websites. Lolita is not a superficial thing, not a way to dress! Lolita is an attitude towards life and an ideal. It is with the above that the girl's heart is LOLI. Naturally, her clothes are LOLI's ~ ~ Her appearance can be learned, but not everyone can understand LOLI's heart. It can be seen that it is more difficult to be Lolita than COSER. Claiming to be original COS, it is not shameful not to hang the word COS! If you think you love these, not COS, please work hard in these areas!

Of course ~~~COS, Lolita, punk, welcome everyone to visit the exhibition and play together! ! !

Talk about the above questions ~ ~

Since the emergence of SD dolls, there have been many dolls COS, but most SD dolls are dressed in Lolita and punk. Perhaps this is the reason why many people mislead Lolita into COSPLAY, which is a misunderstanding ~ ~

So the way to distinguish is: whether there is a prototype.

If so, it belongs to COS；; No, it belongs to Lolita or punk, and it has nothing to do with COS. I gave a wry smile about the word "original SD". I have seen it in many multimedia magazines. Please these media, please let people who really understand COS do the editing of COS columns!

In addition, there is a more profound problem: the vision department ~

When it comes to the visual system, many people associate it with heavy makeup and gorgeous clothes. Then everyone is wrong. Visual system and vision are two different things. The visual system (VR) I'm talking about here is not the visual system of COSPLAY, but the real music culture, so whenever I see an original visual system in COS forum, I will smile bitterly because it just looks like it. Without the soul of music, there can be no original visual system, only the visual system of COSPLAY. So, is there a primitive visual system? Yes, but the original visual system is original visual rock. If you can create your own music, you can directly sign a contract with a company to make records, which of course does not belong to COSPLAY.

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Finally, it is necessary to point out the current unhealthy trend. In China, many strange things happened in COSPLAY:

1, the number of COS groups is increasing, which is rare in foreign countries, generally 1-2. However, there seems to be a competition for the number of people in China. Here, I hope people in the group can pay attention to quality rather than abuse. Friends who are new to COSPLAY, don't join the group competition without knowing. If you don't know a character and act to make up the numbers, an action will make the insiders see that you are an amateur. What impressed me the most was that after Gold Saints, a COS Aquarius, used his unique skill, his two female fingers crossed and a wry smile appeared. )

2, judge people by their appearance, many fat COSER abroad have been ridiculed by post bars. China people think that COSPLAY should be professional and beautiful. Yes, the COS on the stage must achieve the above two points, but if it is not on the stage, the above will not exist. COSPLAY is a game, not a COS major. Play, players, players entertain themselves. We can't repost their photos at will!

We have no right to criticize a COSER who doesn't participate in the competition. Because that's his love for the role, he doesn't want to compare with others. Therefore, there is no reason to say that he is wrong if he doesn't perform well, just like we often sing K, but many people sing K at the level of drama, but as long as they don't participate in singing competitions, they should applaud even if they sing badly.

3, correctly distinguish between commercial COS and fan COS. Nowadays, many businesses, especially game makers, make clothes props at high prices and ask models to play roles, which is different from their own COSPLAY and can't be compared.

4. Divide into groups and confront each other. Many societies began to rob people, and the beautiful COSER often became the fuse of the struggle between societies. There are also some COSERs who are jealous of each other For example, after a role is played by a coser, he will care about others playing the same role. If someone plays this role, some immature cosers will attack the comments behind their backs. Some time ago, YACA played some votes very well, which was very bad. If two people play because they love a character, they should be friends and take a group photo together. This was common in Guangzhou three years ago, but it is almost gone today. Therefore, I hope that both COSER himself and COSER fans will treat COSER's hobby more maturely. It's not star behavior.

5, COS competition, COS used for competition, is a major feature of China, because the competition can make activities colorful and attract more people to the stage with the least bonus. In fact, the competition really promoted COSPLAY and enhanced the cooperation and friendship among many teammates. However, the competition also showed many people who don't understand COS their abilities. Side effects: misleading more people who don't know COS to join in the fun. ~ ~, but recently I heard that there seems to be a game in Japan. COSER, who participates in the competition, should put his mind right, not others, but himself. Every time you go on stage, ask yourself if you have made progress compared with last time. Is the dress you prepared better than last time? Have you worked hard on props? How do you prepare music? How long did you spend rehearsing?

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Uh-huh, the above is my own opinion, and there are many shortcomings that need COSER to correct.

If you are a novice on the road:

If you want to join the COS family because:

1, out of the limelight, in the sun.

2. Know the opposite sex.

3, there is no place to spend money ~

Then I beg you, let China COSPLAY broadcast live.

If you know what COS is, you have the courage to rush into this miserable COSPLAY circle in Guangzhou. You are welcome to come!

Remember, don't use any excuse, "start with me".

Seriously do a COSER job. Perfect your love for the character you love.