New York Comic Con 2013: The 15 Best Costumes We Saw
If you happen to live in the Tri-State area, you had no other place to be this past weekend other than at the Javits Center in Manhattan. Yes, you guessed correctly, the annual New York Comic Convention (also known as Comic Con) took place from October 10-13 and tons of people came from all over to partake in the festivities.
The four-day gala, which is one of the East Coast's biggest cultural events, celebrates everything from comics to video games to film. Other than Halloween, it's the one time of the year where fans, nerds and regular humans can all come together and show off their knowledge of all things geeky.
Out of the many things to get into, our favorite endeavor is to check out all the creative cosplayers who come to show off their imaginations. There were definitely some crazy homemade disguises, ingenious craftsmanship and plenty of superheroes at this year's New York Comic Con.
Check out some exceptional costumes we spotted as we made our way across the convention floor.
Quentin Beck
Also known as one of Spider-Man's baddest nemesis, Mysterio, Beck is a special effects wizard and stunt man.
The Family That Cosplays Together, Stays Together
This adorable family trio consisted of Dr. Hank Pym (father, Ant-Man), Janet van Dyne (mother, The Wasp) and Clint Barton (daughter, Hawkeye).
No Black Panther Movie And We Riot
Creating his own suit from scratch, this gent arrived at the Javits Center in Manhattan dressed as T'Challa—also known as The Black Panther.
Train Us To Be Anti-Heroes
Anthony Masters, better known in the Marvel Universe as Taskmaster, used to be portrayed as a villain. Now, most notably, he's a trainer of other would-be heroes and is an enemy/ally of Deadpool.
Don't Feed The Hound
Everything worn by the former bodyguard to King Joffrey was custom-made. The Hound's Helm was easily the most identifiable accessory spotted by the most staunch fan of HBO's Game of Thrones.
Can You Feel The Rock-n-Roll, My Children?!
Over by The Sure Shot booth, the music flowed prominently as DJ GetLive had the Javits Center in Manhattan rocking with hip-hop sounds. Unsurprisingly, Michael Jackson and Gene Simmons came to take over the dance floor and kick the party up a few notches.
Are You A True Psycho?
Ex-FOXHOUND psychic expert, Psycho Mantis, went around the New York Comic Con reading people's minds and forcing them to switch out their mobile devices.
Bruce Wayne & Juliet
The Dark Knight, in this pretty cool custom made suit, stands alongside Juliet from Suda 51's Lollipop Chainsaw video game. The two make a pretty ominous couple, don't you agree?!
The Age of Apocalypse Is Upon Us!
Aided by Scott Summers (in his Age of Apocalypse attire), Doctor Octopus and Wolverine all desire one thing—the end of humankind as we know it. Extra points go to whomever can name Logan's costume!
Who Says Video Games Aren't For Kids?!
What do you get when you take characters from the PlayStation One's greatest era and merge them with killers? You get the cast of Square Enix's critically acclaimed Final Fantasy VII standing with Kratos (God of War) and Ratonhnhaké:ton (Assassin's Creed III).
Days Of Future Past Is Here!
While waiting in line for the "Nerds of Color" panel, a portal opened up and out walked X-Men's Bishop. The suspenders are nice touch, no?
Two Nubia's Are Better Than One
Not too many people know that the original Wonder Woman had a twin sister. While at New York's Comic Con, we found out that Wonder Woman's twin had a twin. What a beautiful world we live in!
Get Your Money Out, Rocket Racoon Is In The House!
With Guardians of the Galaxy all but wrapped with principal filming, this crazy character wowed and amazed all at the Con as Rocket Racoon from the upcoming blockbuster smash hit.
Screen Time With Smoking Spike
Anime fans may wonder who the heck that's supposed to be on the right, but there's no confusing the superstar on the left. Known around the web as Girl Gone Geek, Jamila dons the costume of Cowboy Bebop protagonist Spike Spiegel to rave applause.
Do You Fear The Darkside Of Christmas?!
Have you been a good or bad padawan? Doesn't matter, as Darth Santa Claws will maim entire villages, and drink up all the blue milk. Did we miss anybody? Send us your best images by hitting us up on Twitter.
