Lady Loki
Based on Norse Mythology of the trickster God Loki, Lady Loki is a part of Marvel Comics Villain Loki. Loki has the ability to change shapes, though Lady Loki is a core part of Loki's personality. Loki is a trickster who often looks out for her own best interests.
@vivsai
"It was my first time patterning and designing a cosplay, and it was my first time entering Cosplay contest and I won Best in Show!"
"Your Whole Reality's Been Destroyed. Tell Me, How Does It Feel To Be On The Other Side Of It?"
— Loki
Marvel comics: ragnorok
"I made everything but the underclothes under the Armor. I used Worbla's Finest Art mix with Worbla's Black Art. I made some of the details with Crystal Art and and painted the armor. It took about about 2 months, and the hand painting took the longest. I learned that to get the right color you want and the shine you want, you have to mix the right colors of paint."
— @vivsai
Photographer: Nicholas Johnson
Cosplayer background
"Cosplay is all about community. The people in this community share tips, new techniques and provide a network of support. I hope to expand my contacts in the world of Cosplay and become a better artist and community member."
-@vivsai
One of @vivsai’s favorite memories is of Sesshomaru cosplay from Inuyasha. She didn’t think anyone would recognize her, but at a convention a young girl dressed as another Inuyasha character, Rin, ran up to her and hugged her. She felt especially honored that a child would love her cosplay so much.
@vivsai loves being at conventions. It gives her the opportunity to learn and share techniques with other cosplayers. It gives her the opportunity to share her passion for the craft and the media she is representing. She feels that cosplaying is one of the best things for her to unwind.
Noelle
Genshin Impact
Noelle is a playable character in action RPG video game Genshin Impact. She has earth abilities, referred to in-game as a "Geo Vision." She is a maid in the country of Mondstand, sometimes referred to as the "maid of maids," as she is extremely capable. She fights with a large sword called a Claymore and has the ability to heal her allies. She is very tough and reliable.
@Vivsai made Noelle by hand and won best workmanship and best costume at San Diego Comic con. She used a mixture of materials she already had, which taught her a lot about what can be used together and what can’t. This is one of her first sewing projects. The armor and paint took about 17 10-hour days to complete because of the detailing and mix-matched materials. The Wolf’s Gravestone sword took about 4 10-12 hour days and is composed of PVC pipe, EVA Foam, and insulation foam.
Photographer: Geekslair Photogtaphy
Photographer: Paul Word
Empress Acina
Star Wars: The Old Republic
Empress Acina, formerly known as Darth Acina, is a non-playable character in online multiplayer video game Star Wars: the Old Republic. She is a cunning Sith, the equal and opposite of a Jedi, who harnesses the "force" of the universe for dark purposes. Acina knows how to look out for her best interests and is adept at reading political situations and reacting accordingly. She is the leader of the Sith.
Cosplayer general info
@vivsai is a 43-year-old Thai Restaurant Owner who has been cosplaying for seven years.
Favorite Conventions
San Diego Comic-Con and DragonCon are her favorite conventions.
Advice For New Cosplayers
"Don't feel bad if your project doesn't look big and crazy like other cosplayers who have been doing this for years and years. Don't think your work doesn't look great! It is amazing! When I see new cosplayers on their first time cosplay, my eyes go "WOW!!" Even if your first cosplay was bought, it is fine because it is a great cosplay and you love that character. Wear it proudly because it is what you love."
