Russia Puts on the Cosplay at Moscow Comic-Con
As comic culture continues to catch on in Russia, Moscow's annual Comic-Con has delighted, enthralled and captivated fans of comics and superheroes alike. This year's event alone is expected to draw more than 160,000 people.
Similar to Comic-Cons in other countries, the event is a pop culture smorgasbord, showcasing the latest in movies, television and gaming as well as comic books. And in true Comic-Con fashion, those who attend are always encouraged to go all-out with their cosplay.
Here are a few top cosplayers who could be seen around this week's event:
Similar to Comic-Cons in other countries, the event is a pop culture smorgasbord, showcasing the latest in movies, television and gaming as well as comic books. And in true Comic-Con fashion, those who attend are always encouraged to go all-out with their cosplay.
Here are a few top cosplayers who could be seen around this week's event:
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Not something you'd want to see on your way home.
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We see you, That Guy.
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Attendees at Comic-Con consistently put plenty of thought, effort and detail into their costumes...
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...unless you're Thor on his day off.
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Just a casual day in Moscow.
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We're wondering if this Maleficent costume comes with the backdrop, too.
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A real crowd-pleaser.
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Get home safe, kids.
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