CloakedSchemer

What got you into cosplay?
Watching anime, going to Harry Potter conventions, and my love of costuming in general
What was your first costume and why?
Draco Malfoy because my natural hair color is exactly like his and when I dressed up as him on a whim, I was told I looked uncannily like him
What is your favorite costume and why?
Ion Fortuna, hands down. Ever since I started cosplaying in Sept 06, I've seen the incredible Trinity Blood cosplayers and always wanted to be part of them, I just didn't think I could because of the sheer complexity of the outfits. However, after making two versions of Ion Fortuna (artbook), I LOVE being him.
Do you have a dream costume you'd like to make?
Every version of Ion Fortuna :D
What has been your most memorable cosplay experience?
I have had a lot of memorable experiences with cosplay. Trinity Blood is always a plus and never lets me down with the feeling I get to be able to do Trinity Blood. However, a few highlights of cons have to be: Death Note, in general. Almost every Death Note shoot I have been to has been amazing. THe most hilarious, random moments happen and it's awesome! Dragon*Con was also one of the best cons I've ever been to. SO much win Though the best con experience so far was at MangaNEXT 07. While this con was small, it was EPIC. I got the chance to meet a lot of amazing people and run around as the Ouran Host Club (which had soooo many priceless moments), had an amazing time at the craziest PJ party ever, and overall just a fantastic time.
Do you participate in masquerades?
Definitely!! and Hall costume contests too! :D
What was your best masquerade experience?
Being awarded Best Overall Craftsman for our TB group at Otakon 07. It was one of the most shocking, amazing experiences I've had with cosplay
Have you won any awards for your costumes?
Best Novice/Craftsmanship - Youmacon 06 (Hitsugaya Toushiro) Judge's Choice - Youmacon 06 (Axel and Roxas) Best of Class in Novice - AUSA 06 (Hitsugaya Toushiro) Distinctive Cosplay Award - AFO 07 (Ion Fortuna) Best Overall Craftsman - Otakon 07 (Ion Fortuna, with Trinity Blood group) Best of Friday Novice Hall Cosplay - MangaNEXT 07 (Isaak Fernand von Kampfer) Best of Class Novice Workmanship - ASTL 08 Best Choreography - ASTL 08
Tell us a little about yourself
I graduated in May and am loving my current job. I've made so many cosplays and I still have so many I want to make, that's my main hobby :D But it's fun, so it's completely worth it!
My favorite anime
Naruto Full Metal Alchemist Bleach Sailor Moon Gundam Wing Trinity Blood Death Note Ouran High School Host Club Hellsing
My favorite game(s)
Kingdom Hearts 2 Kingdom Hearts Final Fantasy(ies)
My favorite book(s)
Harry Potter
My favorite character(s)
Rem, Mello, Isaak Fernand von Kampfer, Ion Fortuna, Kurogane, Kamui, Syaoran, Hayate (pretear), Riku....the list goes on
My favorite movies(s)
Pirates of the Caribbean (1 and 3)
My favorite actors/actresses
Johnny Depp! :D