Canarias Manga Festival
COSPLAY CONTEST

COSPLAY CONTEST

Show your creativity and skill on stage. Register for the Canarias Manga Festival cosplay contest and compete for the best prizes.

8 competition categories

CONTEST RULES

  • --Anyone aged 12 or older may participate.
  • --Participants under 18 require signed authorisation from a legal guardian.
  • --The complete cosplay must be worn during the stage performance.
  • --Real weapons and dangerous objects are not permitted.
  • --Armour: cosplays with at least 60% armour pieces.
  • --Individual cosplay: solo participant.
  • --Group cosplay: groups of 2 or more participants.
  • --Original cosplay: original designs not based on existing characters.
  • --Crossplay: character of a different gender to the participant.
  • --Best stage presence: stage performance is evaluated.
  • --Children's cosplay: exclusively for children under 12.
  • --Performance: dance, comedy, or acting performances.
  • --Character accuracy (30%).
  • --Craftsmanship quality (30%).
  • --Stage presence and performance (25%).
  • --Originality and creativity (15%).
  • --Each participant/group has a maximum of 3 minutes on stage.
  • --You may bring your own music (submit via USB or link beforehand).
  • --Shadows (stage assistants) will not be judged but must be registered.
  • --Maximum of 7 shadows per participant.
  • --Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 in each category.
  • --The jury's decision is final.
  • --Prizes will be announced during the closing ceremony.
  • --Attendance must be confirmed 48 hours before the contest.
  • --Failure to appear without prior notice may result in penalties in future editions.
  • --The organisation reserves the right to disqualify participants who violate the rules.

REGISTRATION FORM

Fill in all fields to register for the cosplay contest

1

Personal information

2

Character details

Select one or more categories you wish to enter

3

Stage participation

Select everything that applies to your performance

4

Cosplay craftsmanship

Select all items you crafted personally

5

Reference material

Upload images of the original character for the judges to compare

Upload photos of your finished cosplay or work in progress

Upload a rehearsal video or a sample of your stage performance

6

Authorisations

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Additional comments