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CosplayBytes

BlulLightningCos

All on cosplay news, convention coverage, nerdy bits and bytes. Plus a look inside the lives of various content creators!

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All Episodes

01:44:42

VanityFOX

CosplayBytes ·

2022/01/28

This has been honestly one of my more anticipated episodes simply due to the history I've had with Casey. Otherwise known as VanityFOX, she's a cosplayer and VTuber on Twitch that I've known from pretty much my own start in cosplay. Throughout our talk, we reminisce about the cons we've been to together, all the cosplays she's worn at ColossalCon, theorize about FF7 Remake and just really hype each other up. There were moments where I thought I was going to start crying because of how proud Vanity

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01:10:45

Kayjora Cosplay

CosplayBytes ·

2022/01/23

I got to talk with another new and wonderful creator for this episode. Kayjora Cosplay has been creating some stellar cosplays since her start into the hobby only a few years back. From her Boka Tan to an amazing Black Cat 2099, we discuss her origins in discovering the hobby. The bulk of this episode really hammers in the point of how cosplay has done so much good to the both of us. We also totally fangirl over Jessica Nigri as one does (along with hearing some stuff from Kayjora that really

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01:49:07

ACDramon

CosplayBytes ·

2022/01/21

Happy New Year! For this start of Season 5, I'm pleased to have a beefy chat with cosplayer and illustrator ACDramon. In this installment, I got to chat with Avery about a myriad of things as you learn more about his work. In addition to his origins as a cosplayer, you'll also learn how he got his start in illustrating PLUS his jump into voice acting. I also ask him about his foam work in cosplay with talk about a few of his outfits like Groudon and V from Cyberpunk 2077! We both take a trip down

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01:07:50

SkylineStars

CosplayBytes ·

2021/12/19

For this potential Season 4 Finale of CosplayBytes, I am joined by the wonderful SkylineStars in a hefty interview covering a multitude of topics. From Sky's cosplay and nerdy origin stories to a conversation about bought vs. handmade cosplays. In addition, I ask Sky about some of her cosplays from Kayna to Lenore and a few more as well. We also return to the controversy revolving around OnlyFans' debacle earlier this year, plus my own frustrations with League's continued popularity despite the

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01:01:13

Ecchi Expo + ColossalCon 2021

CosplayBytes ·

2021/11/23

I am incredibly happy to have Luck of the Lion Cosplay return for another episode! She's certainly been busy as of late heading to conventions locally to her area in Texas. Our main topic of discussion is around Leon's experience at both Ecchi Expo and ColossalCon. Starting with the former, Leon details the con's efforts in its first year. Noting the combined vendor hall and Artist Alley in addition to some panels and sadly missing out on the Burlesque Show. For that convention, Leon mentions how

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00:25:58

DC FanDome 2021

CosplayBytes ·

2021/10/18

Have a nice solo outing as I talk about my experience watching the DC FanDome event this past weekend. The multi hour stream turned out to be a slew of announcement for many DC related properties outside of its comic section. Mostly looks at current and upcoming TV shows, video games and the giant slate of movies over the next three years. I talk about the movies that I'm looking forward to seeing in addition to various panels they held about specific media. This was a relaxing day for me to watch

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00:54:01

What's New With: Phalafel Cosplay

CosplayBytes ·

2021/10/11

In another addition of What's New With, I'm joined by the ever so wonderful Phalafel Cosplay. Since our last recording in 2019, stuff has changed a lot for her in terms of her creativity with both cosplays as well as her venture into makeup looks with her Animal Crossing series. So much so that it has led her to opportunities with ColourPop! She references her current cosplay of Noelle from Genshin Impact and how that process has been. Twitch streaming has also been an amazing time for her with the

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01:31:16

V-Tuber's: A Cosplay Extension

CosplayBytes ·

2021/09/25

For the pivotal 69th (nice!) episode, Mink the Satyr joins me in a completely different way. Emulating/acting through her V-Tuber persona, Mink takes the floor in describing the process of illustrating and rigging an original character model to entertain. Mostly in the streaming capacity, she stresses how cost effective the whole venture can be. All on the idea of how all out do you yourself want to go with your character model. We talk about the origins around v-tubing with groups/companies like

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00:20:41

State of Cosplay III

CosplayBytes ·

2021/09/19

Hello all! I'm back from the small hiatus I took from the show. I apologize for the wait as I've suffered through a bout of burn out which I do talk about in this episode. Conventions have been opening back up in a moderate rate with several cons happening the weekend this was recorded. I briefly talk about how these cons have handled masks and social distancing. Also, this serves as an update on myself with my content creation efforts. This includes my Twitch Streams as well as my newest laptop

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01:16:02

Alice Pika

CosplayBytes ·

2021/07/23

I got to chatwith the incredible Alice Pika about a multitude of topics in this latest episode! From her early days of gaming and watching anime, to the content creating that she's been up to today. We reflect on what it's been like being somewhat involved with Etika's community, alongside her convention and cosplay history. Alice mentions several past cons such as Anime Expo, PAX East and NYCC! We also talk about a variety of games from Persona, Zelda, and Smash Bros. Alice opens up about her

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00:31:07

PAX East Online 2021

CosplayBytes ·

2021/07/20

Here's my full look/coverage of my time attending PAX East Online 2021! Keeping the same structure as last year, PAX Online mostly had a Discord up and running in addition to multiple panels streaming across 3 PAX centered channels on Twitch. I myself watched two that aired late at night PLUS interviewing a variety of devs and corresponding with other game makers and merchandise creators. Panel wise I viewed one all about the Best Bars in Gaming, plus what makes a bar fantastic. The other one was

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00:54:04

PAX East Online 2021: Geek Therapeutics

CosplayBytes ·

2021/07/15

I'm happy to announce the start of my PAX East Online coverage! I had the wonderful opportunity to interview Dr. Anthony Bean and discuss his offerings over at Geek Therapeutics! A site that allows people to come and make their lives better through therapy alongside the connections we can make utilizing pop culture. Here, Anthony gives a full rundown on what it's like being a consultant for the company, the many certifications they offer, plus a slew of other outlets. This includes podcasting, a

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01:25:39

Luck of the Lion Cosplay

CosplayBytes ·

2021/07/09

For this super long episode, I got the chance to talk with and meet Luck of the Lion Cosplay! From her immediate love of the Zelda franchise to the pin-up side of things, Leon has been killing it with doing full cosplay work as well as the boudoir side of the hobby. We talk about her beginnings with falling in love with cosplay, why Zelda means so much alongside some humorous convention stories. We also go into detail about proper convention etiquette and how a fan should approach cosplayers in

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00:47:33

Jessilyn Cupcake

CosplayBytes ·

2021/07/04

For today's episode, I got to chat with the amazingly talented Jessilyn Cupcake and I have a sneaking suspicion that she's obsessed with Borderlands. Throughout our chat, you'll learn of Jess' start in cosplay and traveling to cons, as well as an in-depth look as to why she loves the looter-shooter franchise so much. Did you know she came into the series late? This love for Borderlands has gotten Jess some incredible opportunities which she dives into as well. Convention stories as well as our

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00:48:55

What's New with Intraventus: Body Painting Adventure

CosplayBytes ·

2021/06/21

I got the wonderful chance to talk with the sensational Intraventus again! Things have definitely changed for her in a wonderful way since then thanks largely to body painting! Since tackling that hobby on Twitch she's found a brand new passion alongside getting major confidence boosts in her own looks and work. The detailing and effort that goes into these works of arts is insane and I couldn't be more happier for the success she's had. We go into her early starts with Twitch and the community

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02:26:07

What's New with Zach Fischer

CosplayBytes ·

2021/06/14

Note that whenever Zach Fischer comes on my show, we bounce all over the place. Even to topics that don't necessarily pertain to the basis of cosplay. I got to catch up with Zach and get a look on how the past year has been for him as an artist/content creator. Other area of interests include his feelings on burnout during the start of the pandemic, his changes to his Twitch content in addition to a multitude of other things. Contract work with Blizzard, the various changes that the gaming industry

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01:05:00

What's New with Krissy Victory

CosplayBytes ·

2021/05/25

In this new episode, I got to catch up with Krissy and see how the pandemic has affected her as it has pretty much every other cosplayer in the community. She talks about her return to creating cosplays, upcoming cons she's excited to attend and so much more! Plus, you can get some insight into Krissy's latest foray into pole work and how much fun she's been having. This includes future incorporations into Krissy's OnlyFans content in addition to huge life changes happening. We go in detail about

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00:44:19

Online Anonymity with Holly Wolf

CosplayBytes ·

2021/04/08

I was very excited to chat with Holly Wolf again on my show since previously she was phenomenal to talk to and have a conversation with her. This time, I talk to her about how she's dealt with online anonymous hate throughout her various social media channels. From YouTube, Twitter and even Twitch, she notices how that while she's certainly grown tougher skin, mean comments can still take a toll on her. With COVID still in effect, she goes into detail on how more online she's been along with the

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00:17:40

State of Cosplay II

CosplayBytes ·

2021/04/04

You wouldn't believe the urge I've had to record a new episode for you guys. It's short but I wanted to give an update both in my content creating life in addition to how the state of the cosplay community is. Truthfully not much has changed though there is a light at the end of this lockdown tunnel. With vaccines being rolled out, it's a possibility that conventions will return at some point next year! I go into detail also about my foray into Let's Plays on my YouTube channel PLUS my ongoing

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01:18:01

Newcomers to Conventions and Cosplay

CosplayBytes ·

2021/02/01

For this episode, I'm joined by my downstairs neighbor Munkey as I picked his brain a bit and described what it's like traveling to conventions and dressing up for various weekends. Having never been to a con, Munkey is certainly interested in breaking that barrier and seeing what makes conventions so much fun. I chat about my trips to cons like PAX East and NYCC briefly alongside his origins being into pop culture. Funny enough, it all started with Ninja Turtles for him! We also do a mini game of

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