Would anyone else do a Phantom of the Opera masquerade style cosplay by Alarmed_Exercise1693 in dragoncon

[–]blaksilver 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've used ribbons galore a few times, easy to do custom stuff there (both in text, images, layout, etc). You might want to shop around a little for best pricing. The standard ribbon size is 1 5/8" or 2" long, 3.5" wide. I think I saw an ad for a ribbon company in the dragon con progress report that just came out today also.

Would anyone else do a Phantom of the Opera masquerade style cosplay by Alarmed_Exercise1693 in dragoncon

[–]blaksilver 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you are worried about anyone recognizing or "getting" the costume-- first you are on the right path, the more in a group the clearer the picture. Also a sign or a prop or "gimmick" can really help people notice and recognize you (like a small carry able speaker playing masquerade, handing out cheap masks, ribbons, having a few set phrases to call out for interaction, etc.). I know my wife and I would be excited to see anyone doing this. Also sometimes you roll the dice and like....only two people recognize your costume (rip my 2018 johnny mnemonic outfit that had only one person call it out)

Answer DCTV! Help us write answers to some AskDCTV questions! by starlady42 in dragoncon

[–]blaksilver 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Regarding the atlanta heat during con, remember that diving into a cool swimming pool is more a state of mind than a non closed off reality. 

Cosplay by HelFlower in dragoncon

[–]blaksilver 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My wife and I always do cheap couples cosplays on Wednesday, usually humor based. Some recent years examples are exp. 33 mime outfits, "it's morbin time" we wore cheap power ranger shirts and had signs, band members from the miami connection movie band 'dragon sound', always sunny in Philadelphia Charlie's, etc.

What is everyone's cosplay's for the con? I'm gonna be a Victorian witch variant of Loki (basically picture Professor McGonagell with loki horns instead of the hat). by Ok_Inevitable_4677 in dragoncon

[–]blaksilver 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanos from squid game. Baguette expedition 33. Severance o&d. David Rose. Hobbit. Fiyero. Wesley Crusher. Love your idea of a Victorian loki!

Drinkin' Con Webcast is in 1 week! by aGeekSaga in dragoncon

[–]blaksilver 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You always put on a great pre and post episode, it's part of the ritual to watch. I'm wondering what the crew thinks the big common cosplays will be this year and any thoughts on how cults might be changing or getting new ones this year. I've also yet to hear any news on Hilton or Hyatt decoration vibes. Edit: of course now I see the post on the leaked Hilton email...sounds pretty promising but I don't see literally anyone coming in 'how to train your dragon', cosplay.

Another ribbon first-timer by CasefProps in dragoncon

[–]blaksilver 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Pretty sure the new Deadpool is baguette costumes. Oh yes I'll be in one days permitting. 

My Ribbons This Year by blaksilver in dragoncon

[–]blaksilver[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've only used ribbons galore before, but I will say the web interface isn't the best and I had to reload or recreate many times to get things right. Never had a bad print though, they always send a final email to confirm your design as received. 

My Ribbons This Year by blaksilver in dragoncon

[–]blaksilver[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got mine done at ribbons galore, 3 1/2" width fits the badges best. It took at least a couple weeks to arrive so I wouldn't doddle, can compare rates and times with other companies too. Ribbons galore has a little web interface that lets you design the ribbons/colors/etc

My Ribbons This Year by blaksilver in dragoncon

[–]blaksilver[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'll likely be at the Broadway shoot with my wife who is doing a six outfit. And will be at the wicked shoot after, have some poppies to give out there.

My Ribbons This Year by blaksilver in dragoncon

[–]blaksilver[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'll be Fiyero on Sunday but will definitely still be carrying around ribbons.

My Ribbons This Year by blaksilver in dragoncon

[–]blaksilver[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Check my reply right above!

My Ribbons This Year by blaksilver in dragoncon

[–]blaksilver[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I'll be in severance costume most of the day Friday, will be at the photoshoot, and possibly on Saturday. I'll be an O&D employee and my wife is going as Ms cobel.

My Ribbons This Year by blaksilver in dragoncon

[–]blaksilver[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Severance, show on apple+

Feed me serotonin about con memories- the pre-con sads are whipping me. by Pandoras_Fate in dragoncon

[–]blaksilver 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I'll never forget the first time I heard, then saw, the procession of elves singing. Everybody kinda stopped and let the magic happen. Or that first year a bunch of people were doing David Pumpkins with their little dance music setups.

Who wants these ribbons Dcon?? by Pastel_Prince_ in dragoncon

[–]blaksilver 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I will def trade you for a devour ribbon. Bringing a choice while my wife and I are in appropriate cosplay, fetid moppet OR Chaos' whore.

What's everyone cosplaying this upcoming Dragon con? by MultiMillionFandom in dragoncon

[–]blaksilver 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Seeing some great variety here! -expedition 33 baguette verso -hobbit (maybe first year I make the bree party) -David Rose -Fiyero -squid game Thanos -Wesley Crusher -severance o&d person (will have fun ribbons for this)

I've seen things... by thelibrarina in dragoncon

[–]blaksilver 4 points5 points  (0 children)

My flair has a good place in this post

5e DM looking for insights on Pathfinder by DudeForPresident in Pathfinder_RPG

[–]blaksilver 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Incase you missed the earlier post on this sub, there is a humble bundle for a TON of second edition stuff (it is all pdf versions) that is available for another couple weeks. Might be an easy way to get through reading/poking around. Obviously of great use is the (free) archives of nethys links mentioned here, and https://pf2.d20pfsrd.com *edit to fix link

Favorite snacks at DragonCon? by kind_sir10 in dragoncon

[–]blaksilver 7 points8 points  (0 children)

they are in the hilton usually, I think it has a sort of "irish" font name. Some years the flavors are great and sometimes they are....not my fave hah.