After TAGCOM last February, another cosplay event happens on Robinson's Place Manila Midtown and this time its more on cosplay. The 3rd Philippine Cosplay Competition is made for cosplayers in the metro as it is becoming the newest convention for cosplayers' in the first quarter of the year. The PCC consist on more cosplay activities and competitions as well as serving Anime Otakus and enthusiasts. Its the 2nd time this event happened in the same venue since the midtown section was completed 2 years ago. But it was very worth it since it is perfect for all kinds of costumes, either a big mech robot, or a kawaii school girl would perfectly fit in. It also provides a nice spot for photographers to make perfect shots with less lighting since sunlight would pass trough the entrance. PCC is always held in Robinson's which hopes to attract cosplayers who would attend cons held at SM malls. Though a new kind of anime con, the elements are very similar like cosplay, anime and bands which is the standard. However, PCC would be favorable like TAGCOM since there is no entrance fee which more people can attend and draws more audience since its just beside the mall entrance
The PCC would actually may need to have some time to gain a reputation as a major con since its very new and would need to have a very interesting feature that can attract more people. But since the cosplay  community is quickly pacing with an increasing number, this event provides a supplement in paving the way for the other Anime and Cosplay cons usually on the 3rd or 4th quarter of the year.

The Nosebleed Cosplayers' Guild is present at this event as it prepares for the 2^nd grand EB at the Ozine fest on April 11. And since the venue is the same like the TAGCOM EB on February, gathering the guild has been more easy though the number of attendees is less than those who attended the TAGCOM probably due to the date which is still a day for a lot of events like the Playstation launch at Glorietta and some students are either in school, gathering requirements or graduating. Nevertheless, the guild still had a good time in meeting the new members and also planning for the next cons to come within the year.

There were spotted new costumes for the guild members and the other cosplayers. According to a survey made within the guild, most of the members liked girl cosplayers as their favorites. Preparations are also in the works for the next EB and also for the official NCG shirts to be available. More things are coming for the guild as the major cons are fast approaching...I can' believe that its already April!

Next stop now is Ozine Fest!

TAGCOM and NCG First Grand Eyeball!

Today was again the time for a convention for Toys & Hobbies Convention, and this time it was held at Robinsons Place Manila Midtown Atrium. That part of the mall is the newest extension and also the most widest, perfect for conducting events such as these. And with this event, of course there would be a lot of people that regularly stroll the mall would be able to see them and also pass by the shops and displays inside. The good thing about this event is the fact that its not enclosed inside a convention center and there is no entrance fee. Thus, everyone can get a chance to be part of the convention and also a higher chance of making profit for the stores there. 

TAGCOM is a haven for toy and anime enthusiasts since there were merchandise for die cast, scaled models and other tools and accessories devoted for the craft. There was also a competition of the best in die cast and scaled models which I find very impressive. Pinoy craftsmen can now be proud to be great toymakers and scalers in the international scene. Every  detail has been carefully been made even with a meticulous eye. Of course, models from anime and American comic books also in demand with the crowd, there were also DVDs and accessories shop which makes it a one stop shop.     

 And of course, TAGCOM also smells cosplay for its two days. For this event, its also special to me since this will be the first grand eyeball of my cosplay clan, the Nosebleed Cosplay group which has more than 700 members and counting! However there were a hundred plus member who shoed up for the EB but it was very overwhelming since we almost dominated the TAGCOM event. We also had a tarpulin and even conquered the McDonalds store. There, we had the french fries festival, as in an overflowing of fries in a tray! But its not the food or the tarp that made our day, it was the new aquaintances and bonding that the guild had. 

 

  

 

The guild had a memorable time of doing the thing we like best, cosplaying and since there were a lot of enthusiasts and photographers, the member had their time in striking a pose. So far, not all in the guild were wearing costumes, some are there to assist with the costumes and some are more of the anime fanatics that have prowess in drawing.  We are now looking forward to more cosplay events in the future especially Ozine fest in April.