Cosplayer of the Week : Nokoroto

This week's featured cosplayer is Nokoroto. New to the game Nokoroto already shows promise of great things. Fully dedicating herself to the works and characters she portrays. Her passion for the hobby is already strong and apparent. She has created such great work. We were also fortunate enough to meet Nokoroto this pass year. She is charming and lovely and we can't wait to see more of her work.

1. What got you into cosplay?
My friend was telling me about her trip to FanExpo in 2012 and it sounded absolutely amazing, she was telling me about all the attendees who had wicked cosplays and that I should join her the next year. I was familiar with the term cosplay from Tumblr and I thought it would be a really neat experience to try it, so the following year at FanExpo 2013, my friend and I went and both of us enjoyed it so much. I ended up continuing with cosplay after that from having such a great experience.

2. What was your first cosplay?
Mt first cosplay was a female version of Sherlock at FanExpo 2013. Looking back at it I realize I have come a long way…


3. How long have you been cosplaying?
Since August 2013 when went as Sherlock with my friends to FanExpo.


4. What is your favourite part of putting on your cosplay?
My favourite part about putting on my cosplay would be the transformation from me to the character I’m cosplaying, which tends to be my favourite. I absolutely love doing make up and seeing how it can make my eyes look bigger or my face change shape, it allows you to have fun and be creative. I become somebody through all these accessories and bringing this character to life feels like an accomplishment.


5. What’s the best part of cosplay for you?
I think the best part would be that you get to be a character you admire for a day or a weekend and I feel it brings a sense of confidence to oneself when you put it on. I can see it happen with myself and even my friends who tend to be more introverted. When you do go to conventions others recognize you and you make friends and keep connected, you’re able to easily bond over things you both enjoy. 

6. What is your favourite cosplay? (personal collection)
My favourite cosplay would be Sailor Jupiter. It was my first that was made and not bought. My mom helped me a lot with it and I learned really great tips from my Grandmother as well. So not only is it important it’s also special to me because of the time I was able to spend with my Mom and the chats I had with my Grandmother.

7. Do you have a current cosplay or cosplayer favourite, someone that has inspired you? (Other people’s collections)
There are so many fantastic cosplayers out there and it’s very hard to choose, but if I had to narrow it down I would have to be Glayish (Instagram) and Quantum Destiny (Facebook & Instagram). They’re twin sisters who have absolutely stunning work. It’s obvious that they have an extreme passion for cosplaying and it for sure shows in their work. They’re very talentened and I’m always looking forward to seeing who they are cosplaying next!

Tumblr: www.OhTheCasino.tumblr.com (link to cosplays on it)
Instagram: nokoroto_
Facebook: Nokoroto Cosplay

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We had high hopes when Ant-Man had Edgar Wright attached to the project. How are you feeling now?

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Agent Carter and the Promise of Things to Come

Last night was the premiere of Marvel's Agent Carter. The two hour event gave us a glimpse into the world of Peggy Carter and her life after the war but this was only the beginning. 

Carter's introduction to the MCU first came in Captain America : The First Avenger where she was a no holds barred officer of the British Armed Forced Special Air Service. She later joined in the fight against HYDRA by joining the SSR. Her part in the story essential to Project Rebirth Peggy helped save Abraham Erskine and continue the development of Super Soldier Serum. During recruitment for the project Peggy befriends Steve Rogers who she would later help become the first superhero. 

Peggy tragically loses Rogers after their fight against the Red Skull. In her attempts to honour Rogers Peggy continues working with the SSR, becoming one of their best agents and later forms S.H.I.E.L.D with Howard Stark. 

Marvel's Agent Carter was created by Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely as a way to continue Peggy Carter's life after Captain America : The First Avenger. Hayley Atwell reprises her role from the film series and is as engaging as ever. While Carter must balance her life between secretarial work and secret missions, she must also deal with sexism post-war and fight for her right to be included in work she helped build. 

The show is instantly likeable, two minutes in and I was already sold. It is kind of like a love letter to female fans of the MCU. Peggy is capable, intelligent, caring, resourceful and quick witted. She often uses the sexism directed towards her to her advantage. The male characters' misguided attempts to insult her or negate her never go unanswered. Their perpetual dismissal of her also serves her in her clandestine escapades. Atwell's ability to not only kick ass but also be lighthearted and fun give this show exactly what it needs. Without a doubt it is a must watch for the season. It is action packed, full of adventure, excitement and is everything a spy story should be. Not to mention the prop and costume department are delightful.

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Portrait of a Geek Girl

Hello Fellow Geek Ladies! 
Here is the pitch : Over the course of the next year I will be collecting faces and taking photos of Geek Girls I meet and know. At the end of the year I will be releasing a book called "Portrait of a Geek Girl". Hopefully this will allow me to release further books in the future centrally based on being chested and invested in a culture targeted towards dudes. 

This year my con plans are :
• Anime North
• San Diego Comic Con 
• Youmacon 
(more will be added to this list when we decide which cons to attend this year)

I want you to feel free to come up to me and ask for your photo so I can get as many photos as possible. I will also be holding a contest for the cover and a book giveaway. 

Keep coming back for more news. I'll keep you posted.

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Daisy Johnson aka Quake

Following the last post surrounding comic book character we continue the trend this by presenting to you another amazing Marvel lady, Daisy Johnson aka Quake - (Note : Should you not be caught up on AOS major spoilers lay ahead, you have been warned) 

Weeks ago Marvel announced their full movie line up for the next couple of years. On that list Captain Marvel was a big one that had everyone talking. Marvel is continually adding prominent female character to their MCU. The recent addition came when Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D revealed Skye's true identity. A question on everyone's mind last season and continuing this season the mystery origins of the girl genius were revealed to be Daisy Johnson aka Quake. 

The character was created by Brian Michael Bendis and Gabriele Dell'Otto and first introduced in their Secret War series. Daughter of a villain named Mr. Hyde she was giving up for adoption and raised by a family who knew nothing of her parentage. Daisy's high IQ meant she struggled in school and soon starting rebelling out of frustration and boredom. After a run in with the police she became agitated and her powers manifested for the first time. She caused a tremor. She was then brought to Nick Fury and trained as a SHIELD agent. She excelled and quickly climbed rank gaining a level 10 security clearance at only 18 years of age. 

Daisy eventually led her own team called the Secret Warriors and was part of on going series of the same name. The book has been one of my recent favourites. Each week the series put Daisy's leadership abilities to the test and explored her familiar (father/daughter) relationship with Nick Fury. 

It has to be said that Daisy's powers also to not stem from the mutant gene but rather passed down from her father who has experimented on himself with chemicals. 

I am so excited to see where Agents of SHIELD and the MCU take Quake and watch her story continue to play out on the show. I also hope she becomes a crucial member in other places of the MCU. 

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Star Wars : The Trailer Awakens

It is finally here. Rumours have been circulating that a teaser trailer for the new Star Wars film was to be released selectively this friday but instead the internet proved once again fruitful in my acquisitions of new nerd material. Let me tell you, it did not disappoint. For those naysayers I say to you - How can you not be excited? 

That trailer had everything you could hope for in a teaser trailer about a new Star Wars franchise : your leads, droids, siths, cue Star Wars theme, the MILLENNIUM FALCON. Not to mention stormtroopers and x-wing pilots. This is literally a teaser trailer. If I remember correctly the first trailer for the Star Trek reboot offered very little in terms of movie footage. It was a pan left onto the Enterprise. 

Why is everyone being so critical? Did it not take you back to when you were a little kid? Were you not super excited about Star Wars?  I wish people could just fall in love with things again - there is a time and place to be critical of our media and a teaser trailer is not it.  There was absolutely nothing in this trailer that had me believe I should be underwhelmed or not excited about the new Star Wars franchise and this film. 

If you haven't already check out the trailer here : Star Wars - The Force Awakens 

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Naruto Newbie - Journey to Hokage

Beginning an Iconic Series 

Episode 1 and 2 

Naruto is a popular Japanese manga/anime by Masashi Kishimoto. It centres around a young boy named Naruto Uzumaki. After a Nine-Tails attacks the village Konoha the Fourth Hokage risks his life (pays the ultimate price) and seals the demon inside of Naruto.  Studying to become a ninja Naruto struggles with trying to fit it, being accepted and striving for his dream of becoming the Hokage. The story revolves around Naruto and his friends (team 7) and the missions they must accomplish all while the young ninja tries to complete his dream. 

As the popular series is coming to its end I thought to myself what good a time to get into a series then when it is ending. Yuukatan has been pushing me to watch the series for awhile now and now is a good a time as any. Two episodes in and I hear Chopper. I have a bad habit of picking up One Piece voice actors in other things. I am having a really hard time getting into the series. I was promised Naruto would be someone I would easily latch unto because he is very much like other characters I love but I haven't found the right way in yet. I also haven't meant most of the reoccurring characters yet. Two episodes in and I already feel like one of them was used as filler. I don't want to judge it too quickly because I know it means a lot to people and I barely have a taste for it right now. Iruka Umino is that big brother type I find instantly fascinating and hopefully he can make up for the "Sexy Jutsu" 

Check back for further updates and my journey through Naruto.

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