Gamers are everywhere. In 2019, READY COSP!AY competition was born.
It’s 2020 and a pandemic isn’t stopping us from having fun ending the year with a good memory.

Bring out the gamer in you by showing us your best game themed cosplay!
It can be from any platform, as long as it’s from a video game.

 

    COMPETITION JUDGES    

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SHAUNIE CATNIPX

Catnipx is known as the girl who loves cats so much she named herself so, is a passionate cosplayer and gamer.

She has been a cosplayer for many years and enjoys making her own costumes and props. Catnipx spends most of her free time indulging in various games and making crafts.

She also enjoys streaming and singing, and hopes to inspire others with her passion. 

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JOJO HIMEMIYA

Joey or Jojo Himemiya is a Malaysian cosplayer from the early 2012’s.

She’s cheerful and known for her sweet personality. Jojo has been a gamer and is a huge fan of the Final Fantasy series. She recently cosplayed as Aerith from Final Fantasy 7 and also appeared as a guest on Angel & Friends EP1.

As an aspiring entrepreneur, she owns a small accessory making business, Fantasy Craftworks and dessert business, Melty Bytes. Her hobbies are cosplaying, streaming, photoshoots and crafts.

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MICHO THE HARAM-BAE

Micho is a geeky gamer, cosplayer and streamer from Malaysia.

Fun fact about Micho and her biggest hobby, she started gaming at the age of 4 by accidentally beating the easiest stage in “DOOM” (1993).

Her dad thought that she was talented in gaming and so, he started the father-daughter duo by training her, the rest was history.

Micho started cosplaying in 2010 and views cosplaying as a form of art and also to express her love on the series or the characters.

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TEAM KUMABEAR – KENJIMURA & BIBI

The adorable duo, Kenjimura & Bibi, known in the community for their armour making and cheerful skits.

They have participated in 2017 and won CI Champion, 2018 ACC Champion, guested in PF Taiwan 2018 and for Bibi, she won 2019 ComicFiesta Best Female.

Being gamers, they are now back and will be joining ServerDNA 5 as Guest Judges for the READY COSP!AY 2 cosplay competition.

 

  COMPETITION RULES – KLANG VALLEY  

  • We will be accepting submissions between 10/11/2020 and 2/12/2020 11:59PM.
  • Participants must be registered for serverDNA 5 event to qualify for this competition. 
  • Only 1 winner per prize.
  • This competition is a skit-based competition:
    • This is a solo based competition (only 1 person).
    • Participants must record a 1-3 minute long skit as per the Theme**.
    • Submit the video file link in the Registration form.
      Only “.mp4” video format submission will be accepted
  • Strictly NO NSFW content.
  • Must be living in Malaysia. (LIMITED TO WITHIN STATE OF KLANG VALLEY ONLY according to SOP)
  • Those who are under 18 must have parental approval.
  • Costumes can be self-made or purchased
  • This competition is limited to the theme** Game Characters.
  • Please use the hashtag #serverdna5 #mousepadparty #readycosplay
  • All entries will be judged by serverDNA’s selected judges between 3/12/2020 and 4/12/2020.
  • Top 3 winners will be contacted and will be required to be present on the event day to perform and receive prize for award ceremony.
  • Judges decisions are final. Winners are to respond to their e-mail within 24 hours. Late responses will NOT be entertained and prize will automatically be forfeited.
  • By entering this contest, serverDNA has permission to post your submission on our socials with credit to you, the cosplayer.

KLANG VALLEY  PRIZE


1st PRIZE – RM2000 Cash
2nd PRIZE – RM1000 Cash
3rd PRIZE – RM500 Cash

COMPETITION RULES – OUTSIDE KLANG VALLEY  

  • We will be accepting submissions between 10/11/2020 and 2/12/2020.
  • Participants must be registered for serverDNA 5 event to qualify for this competition. 
  • Only 1 winner for this category.
  • This competition is a skit-based competition:
    • This is a solo based competition (only 1 person).
    • Participants must record a 1-3 minute long skit as per the Theme**.
    • Submit the video file in the link in the Registration form. Only “.mp4” video format submission will be accepted.
  • Strictly NO NSFW content.
  • Must be living in Malaysia.
  • Those who are under 18 must have parental approval.
  • Costumes can be self-made or purchased.
  • This competition is limited to the theme** Game Characters
  • Please use the hashtag #serverdna5 #mousepadparty #readycosplay
  • All entries will be judged by serverDNA selected judges between 3/11/2020 and 4/12/2020.
  • Winner will be contacted and required to be present on the event day to perform and receive prize for award ceremony via ZOOM.
  • Judges decisions are final. Winners are to respond to their e-mail within 24 hours. Late responses will NOT be entertained and prize will automatically be forfeited.
  • By entering this contest, serverDNA has permission to post your submission on our socials with credit to you, the cosplayer.

OUTSIDE KLANG VALLEY PRIZE


1st PRIZE – INTEL NUC (Hades Canyon) Corei7 PC
WINNER TAKES ALL

Check out the First Prize worth SRP RM 5500

 

  COMPETITION FAQ  

 

Can do video editing with different angles or one shot video?

The video submitted has to be a one shot video.

Can we use back videos from previous solo competitions?

No, we would encourage you to think up new and creative ways to portray yourself as the character that you would cosplay.

My home lacks the space, what should I do?

You could also make use of outdoor and open spaces, but be sure that you stay safe and follow the required SOP when filming your video.

I want to take part but why so many rules?

Rules are a part of the competition so we can make it a fair competition.

Why is there only 1 prize for the Outside of Klang valley category?

Since the participant would not be able to join the event due to CMCO, we have allocated a prize worth RM5500 for the winner.

Is the competition game themed only?

Yes, it is only limited to game themed cosplays.

What if the character I'm cosplaying as is from an anime but has a game adaptation?

If the character that you cosplay is from an anime but present in the mentioned game, please PM us with the corresponding pictures so we can verify.

If we have been selected as winners, do we have to perform on the event day?

For winners from the Klang Valley category, you are required to be present at the event to perform.

If I'm a winner from Outside of Klang Valley category, do I have to perform through Zoom?

No, winners from Outside of Klang Valley category are not required to perform through Zoom but required to showcase a talent.

Is it possible that I do not perform on that day if I'm the winner?

You are required to be present at the event for the performance and the prize giving session.
If you experience any difficulty in being present for the event, please do notify our staff prior to the event.

Do we have to perform the same skit from the video or can we perform a different skit if selected?

It is encouraged that you perform the same skit as the video that you have submitted to us.

Can I share my skit entry to my social media?

Yes, we ancourage all participants to share and spread the event. Please use hastags #serverdna5 #mousepadparty #readycosplay

I don't want to share my full skit but still want to post on social media. How?

You may take selfies or a sneak peak of your skit and share it on your social media platforms. Please use hastags #serverdna5 #mousepadparty #readycosplay

What is the location of the event if I were chosen?

It is at Putra Heights. Full address will be provided once winners are contacted.

 

 

  JUDGING CRITERIA  

Cosplay Appearance 40%
Cosplay Construction 30%
Attention to Detail 30%
TOTAL 100%

 

 

  PARTICIPANTS LUCKY DRAW  

  • ALL participants will be entitled for an exclusive lucky draw session for the Cosplay Competition EXCEPT contest winners whom have already won prizes.
  • In order to have their name entered, participants MUST be present during the lucky draw session.
  • Participants are required to CHECK-IN during the lucky draw session.
  • 5 minutes are given to announced winner to claim their prize. If you do not contact serverDNA operators within that timeline, your entry will be forfeited and be added back into the lucky draw prize pool.
  • All draws are done fairly and by a fixed system.

Good Luck!


Thank you for reading and we look forward to seeing all of your entries!

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