SIGN UP FOR THE COSPLAY CONTEST HERE BEFORE THE EVENT: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeZVrPsFPv5rvI7fCfhCLhn1qCSXfxodd_mOVBbmaCqkqQe0w/viewform?usp=sf_link
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NW NERD is at it again and throwing an after party / cosplay contest at the Raygun Lounge. We’ve got some great prize packages being thrown together thanks to sponsors Pacific Fabrics, Pink Gorilla Games, and Seattle’s TAP Plastics. Judges include: Ve’loria Solo Cosplay, Miss Miniver, and tyty cosplay (last year’s 1st place winner).

More details below.
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WHAT: An after party to relax and enjoy the comradery of the con. Also, a cosplay contest. Come dressed in cosplay and wow our judges. Three prize packages are sponsored by Pacific Fabrics, TAP Plastics, and Pink Gorilla Games.
WHERE: The Raygun Lounge. Not far from the convention center. They have a bunch of coin-operated arcade games and pinball machines.
WHO: NW NERD Podcast. Recently voted Seattle’s best podcast. NW NERD is a magazine podcast with news features and discussions about the stories that make us nerds.
HOW MUCH: Free to enter. But the video games, beer, wine, etc. cost money.

SIGN UP FOR THE COSPLAY CONTEST HERE BEFORE THE EVENT: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeZVrPsFPv5rvI7fCfhCLhn1qCSXfxodd_mOVBbmaCqkqQe0w/viewform?usp=sf_link

A FEW BASIC COSPLAY CONTEST RULES:
-Individual entries only. No groups or couples may compete as one entry. Contestants must sign up by 7:30 p.m. We will be posted an online sign up form in advance of the event. Keep an eye out for that.
-Contestants will start to be introduced around 8 p.m. Judges will select winners after all contestants have been introduced.
-All cosplayers can enter whether they made 100 percent of their costume or zero percent, HOWEVER, judges may weigh the level of craftiness in their decision-making process.
-Two of the winners will be chosen by the judges. A third will be picked by the audience from a group of top competitors selected by the judges.
-The judges have final say on who the winners are. In the case that there is no consensus, Nick and Dyer will break the tie.
-Contestants must be present during prize announcements to win.
-Have fun! (More of a suggestion than a rule, but do it!)

FAQ:
Q: Do I need a ticket to the convention to attend this party?
A: No. This is an after party. You just have to bring yourself and a pleasing disposition.
Q: All ages or 21+?
A: This event is ALL AGES, however, the Raygun Lounge serves beer, wine, and cider for people 21 and older. You must have your ID to purchase adult beverages.