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Title: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Rette on November 16, 2008, 02:25:36 AM
Hellsing Gathering!

Time: Sunday, 2:30 PM
Location: Fountains out Front, Hilton Side

Notice from Fanime:
Fanime will be taking group pictures during the Gathering this year. If you do not want to be included in those pictures please step aside for those photos. By remaining with the group when the pictures are being taken you give your consent to be photographed.

So far we have:
Dracula - Rette (hostess)
Alucard - KuroOokami's friend, AbsolutelyCursed, CaptTreasureTroveTi
Seras - MetalPriestess (Blue version), fritzy, darkkako (OVA or Blood version - maybe), Kayra_monster, error00004 (Blood version)
Integral - Nabooru (Vol. 1 Battle Outfit, and Maid Outfit), LordMoufMouf (OVA variant) (C)
Zorin - darkkako (maybe)
Rip Van Winkle - darkkako's friend
Anderson - another of darkkako's friends, SirVincent, AlexanderAnderson
Hellhound - KuroOokami
Schrodinger - Tearatone (maybe) (C), iNSOMNiAC, Mister_E's friend
Girlycard - Kurai-Tren-Ame
Young Walter - Kurai-Tren-Ame's friend, Ciel
The Major - potemkin_buster
The Captain - Kris
Jan Valentine - Sucrose
Luke Valentine - Fructose
Undetermined - DorianHolmes (C), antknee (C)

*(C) means the person is from the cosplay.com forums.
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: MetalPriestess on December 03, 2008, 08:18:53 PM
I will be Seras Victoria in her blue outfit.  So excited for this year!
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Runewitt on December 03, 2008, 09:32:13 PM
i've been thinking about being one of the Valentine brother's armed ghouls.
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: fritzy on December 04, 2008, 09:57:12 PM
Name the time and place and yet another Seras will show up ;)
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: darkkako on December 17, 2008, 11:18:47 AM
I'll be there, probably in an OVA Ceras costume. Possibly Blood Ceras. On the other hand, I might just toss it out the window and try Zorin this year. XD But I'll be there, whatever costume. I believe my friends, Rip Van Winkle and Anderson, will also be returning this year.
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: KuroOokami on January 03, 2009, 02:18:13 PM
Oh, I was hopeing someone had started this thread! ;D

IF...if I make it to Fanime *crosses fingers*, I'll be bringing my full out werewolf Captain cosplay with me. *hopes people will know who she is* XD

If I can convince her (and because I need someone to be with me in that costume, its hard to see out of it, hahah...), I'll have a Doc with me, too.

Hope to see everyone there!
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Nabooru on January 06, 2009, 12:34:28 AM
Hey, doing integral in vol1 battle getup~
Let's all meet! See you all there <3
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: KuroOokami on January 06, 2009, 08:41:14 PM
I'm going to end up killing people by posting to this thread so much so early before the convention, hehe. *bows* Either way, I had to strike out my werewolf Captain, he's taking a break this year. I'll still be there, but as something a little awkward. XD

I'll now be showing up to the group as a full suited Alupuppy/Puppycard/Hellhound/what have you! I switched out my spotter's Dok costume, she will now be attending the group in my Alucard cosplay along with me. =)

*goes to slave away in her room with upholstery foam and black fur*
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: JohnnyAR on January 06, 2009, 09:17:37 PM
I'm looking forward to all your great cosplays this year!
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Rette on January 17, 2009, 03:12:27 AM
So I'm thinking Sunday would be the best day for this, mainly because it's not Masquerade day. As for time, probably noon or after, maybe 1 or 2 ish (for those with extensive getting ready to do, so they don't have to wake up at the crack of dawn).

This work for people?
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: fritzy on January 17, 2009, 11:02:33 AM
Sunday is totes fine with me.
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: darkkako on January 26, 2009, 10:09:53 PM
Sunday seems fine to me.
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Rette on January 27, 2009, 01:00:36 AM
Sunday it is then. Let's just hope we get more people so we can be an official gathering.
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: SirVincent on February 14, 2009, 12:15:19 AM
I will go and ill be going as Alexander Anderson. this will be my frist time cosplaying so i hope it goes well.
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Rette on February 14, 2009, 12:57:39 AM
Quote from: SirVincent on February 14, 2009, 12:15:19 AM
I will go and ill be going as Alexander Anderson. this will be my frist time cosplaying so i hope it goes well.

Awesome!  ;D
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Runewitt on February 15, 2009, 12:18:00 AM
Yeah.. i dont know if i'll b able to fanime this year so no ghoul for you.
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Rette on February 15, 2009, 12:07:56 PM
Quote from: Runewitt on February 15, 2009, 12:18:00 AM
Yeah.. i dont know if i'll b able to fanime this year so no ghoul for you.

I hope you can make it, but if not, maybe we'll see ya next year? ^_^
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: †Alexander Anderson† on March 13, 2009, 06:52:33 PM
I really wanted to go as Anderson, I have the cosplay completed and all it really looks great! But I don't have my bayonets completed :(
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: AbsolutelyCursed on March 13, 2009, 11:39:14 PM
Put me down for Alucard.
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Kurai-Tren-Ame on March 16, 2009, 02:54:45 PM
If I get the out fit done in time I'll be cosplaying as Girlycard XD and I one of my friends is cosplaying as young walter.
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Rette on March 16, 2009, 04:36:19 PM
Quote from: Kurai-Tren-Ame on March 16, 2009, 02:54:45 PM
If I get the out fit done in time I'll be cosplaying as Girlycard XD and I one of my friends is cosplaying as young walter.

Awesome! We'll have all the incarnations of Alucard then. ^_^
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: †Alexander Anderson† on March 17, 2009, 12:15:54 PM
Sweet! Blessed bayonets time! XD
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: error00004 on March 24, 2009, 03:54:58 PM
I might be Blood Seras but with long hair again :/ but that depends if I can make it to the gathering and if I have time,
so I'm a maybe.
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: iNSOMNiAC on March 29, 2009, 04:40:22 PM
A maybe for me as well, but I'll try to be at the gathering as Schrodinger if I can finish up the cosplay.
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: JohnnyAR on April 05, 2009, 11:56:13 AM
I won't be cosplaying anything from Hellsing, I wanna wait until I can get my braces off.

"A vampire with braces?"

lol
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: BumbleB on April 05, 2009, 12:20:19 PM
It would be REALLY funny if some Twilight people started and caused a vampire battle.LOL ;D
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: iNSOMNiAC on April 05, 2009, 12:49:45 PM
Haha. Gee, I wonder who would win.
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Rette on April 05, 2009, 08:56:41 PM
Quote from: BumbleB on April 05, 2009, 12:20:19 PM
It would be REALLY funny if some Twilight people started and caused a vampire battle.LOL ;D

Hell, they wouldn't have to start it... if they come near me, I'll go first.
Twilight = Blasphemy against Bram Stoker
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Nabooru on April 07, 2009, 09:02:47 PM
Omigod! I'm so excited! So many Hellsing cosplayers! I love you all to death for your effort XD

In addition to vol1 battle-whatever Integral, I've finished putting together maid-integral.
Y'know. >.> That weird splash page in the manga where Walter, Alucard, Seras, and Integral are all in maid outfits for no reason? *sweat*
So if anyone else is doing hinky Hellsing outfits, <3 maybe we should meet for that too!


"Hell, they wouldn't have to start it... if they come near me, I'll go first.
Twilight = Blasphemy against Bram Stoker
"

Exactly what I was thinking. Poor Hellsing fans are suffering during those commercials. I know I am.

Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: BumbleB on April 07, 2009, 09:09:56 PM
I agree death to Twilight >:(
http://Izabeth.deviantart.com/art/Twilight-vs-Alucard-104569335
http://Bubble-Gum-Gir.deviantart.com/art/Twilight-Sucks-106330816
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: JohnnyAR on April 07, 2009, 09:28:57 PM
Twilight = Herecy
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: potemkin_buster on April 07, 2009, 10:36:47 PM
Millenium will be there! Major Montana Max can assure you that *Evil Laugh* ;D
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Rette on April 08, 2009, 01:10:33 AM
Huzzah, it's all coming together! Just sent in the info to have the gathering added to the official list.

Also, very excited cause a new piece for my armor is arriving tomorrow! It will now be a bit more accurate, and a bit easier to wear (thank goodness for that!). Hopefully we get mild weather again this year. It was nice and foggy for the whole weekend last year, it was actually quite pleasant to be wearing a wool cloak.
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Rette on April 08, 2009, 09:41:34 PM
Updated first post with official time and location.
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Kayra_monster on April 16, 2009, 02:40:27 PM
Haha another Seras, write me on the list please the cosplay is done. :D Didn't wanna say anything till it was finished but yah see you all soon! ^^ Add me to zeh list please
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Rette on April 16, 2009, 03:18:37 PM
Quote from: Kayra_monster on April 16, 2009, 02:40:27 PM
Haha another Seras, write me on the list please the cosplay is done. :D Didn't wanna say anything till it was finished but yah see you all soon! ^^ Add me to zeh list please

Added! ^_^
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: iNSOMNiAC on April 16, 2009, 09:47:33 PM
I suppose you can change my "maybe" status to a solid "for sure", since I've got most of my Schro done. I'll see you guys there. :J
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Rette on April 16, 2009, 11:27:27 PM
Quote from: iNSOMNiAC on April 16, 2009, 09:47:33 PM
I suppose you can change my "maybe" status to a solid "for sure", since I've got most of my Schro done. I'll see you guys there. :J

Done! =)

Any other maybes want to confirm? We have a bunch...
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Mister_E on April 19, 2009, 07:59:34 PM
Put down a friend of mine as a Shirödinger
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: KuroOokami on April 20, 2009, 11:26:42 AM
I suppose you can double confirm me as a "for sure" for my cosplay, Baskerville was completed last month!

http://fc01.deviantart.com/fs44/f/2009/094/c/f/_Pet__by_Rosiel_kun.jpg

So that's what you'll be looking for, hah~ Can't wait to cosplay with everyone, only like a month left! *dies from anticipation*
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: JohnnyAR on April 20, 2009, 04:13:12 PM
Quote from: KuroOokami on April 20, 2009, 11:26:42 AM
I suppose you can double confirm me as a "for sure" for my cosplay, Baskerville was completed last month!

http://fc01.deviantart.com/fs44/f/2009/094/c/f/_Pet__by_Rosiel_kun.jpg

So that's what you'll be looking for, hah~ Can't wait to cosplay with everyone, only like a month left! *dies from anticipation*

Oh my god!!! I look forward to 09 even more!!!

Can you do birthday parties?

XD

But seriously...
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Runewitt on April 20, 2009, 06:03:33 PM
Quote from: KuroOokami on April 20, 2009, 11:26:42 AM
I suppose you can double confirm me as a "for sure" for my cosplay, Baskerville was completed last month!

http://fc01.deviantart.com/fs44/f/2009/094/c/f/_Pet__by_Rosiel_kun.jpg

So that's what you'll be looking for, hah~ Can't wait to cosplay with everyone, only like a month left! *dies from anticipation*
wow
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Rette on April 20, 2009, 06:11:09 PM
Quote from: KuroOokami on April 20, 2009, 11:26:42 AM
I suppose you can double confirm me as a "for sure" for my cosplay, Baskerville was completed last month!

http://fc01.deviantart.com/fs44/f/2009/094/c/f/_Pet__by_Rosiel_kun.jpg

So that's what you'll be looking for, hah~ Can't wait to cosplay with everyone, only like a month left! *dies from anticipation*

That's so awesome.
Though I can't say I envy you in the heat! Here's hoping for a cool, foggy weekend!
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: CaptTreasureTroveTi on April 26, 2009, 03:28:15 PM
I am pretty sure that I will be coming as Alucard during of the Fanime days ...
Count me in?

The canon degree of my cosplay will depend on the heat. >_<
(Alucard hates the sun, eh? XD)

Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Rette on April 26, 2009, 03:37:41 PM
Quote from: CaptTreasureTroveTi on April 26, 2009, 03:28:15 PM
I am pretty sure that I will be coming as Alucard during of the Fanime days ...
Count me in?

The canon degree of my cosplay will depend on the heat. >_<
(Alucard hates the sun, eh? XD)



Added. Glad to have you!
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: iNSOMNiAC on April 26, 2009, 05:31:39 PM
Guess I should mention that my friend might be there as a possible Young Walter. He has an account here but is too lazy to post, so if you would be so kind as to add him to the list under the username Ciel, that'd be great. :J Thank you.
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Rette on April 26, 2009, 07:14:22 PM
Quote from: iNSOMNiAC on April 26, 2009, 05:31:39 PM
Guess I should mention that my friend might be there as a possible Young Walter. He has an account here but is too lazy to post, so if you would be so kind as to add him to the list under the username Ciel, that'd be great. :J Thank you.

Added.
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: LordMoufMouf on April 28, 2009, 09:43:05 AM
My friend Kris will be coming with me as the Captain! ^^
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Rette on April 28, 2009, 07:55:49 PM
Quote from: LordMoufMouf on April 28, 2009, 09:43:05 AM
My friend Kris will be coming with me as the Captain! ^^

Added. It's nice to see this gathering is growing.
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Kayra_monster on April 28, 2009, 09:39:40 PM
Oh yeah, I dunno if I mentioned before, but my seras cosplay will be kind of different, it's inverted....I dunno black and white seras or something...Hope no one gets like mad that it's not right and stuffs. D:
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Kayra_monster on April 28, 2009, 09:42:35 PM
Oh yeah! My friend doesn't have an account on here but she may be cosplaying Rip Van winkle.
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: iNSOMNiAC on April 28, 2009, 10:07:32 PM
Quote from: Rette on April 28, 2009, 07:55:49 PM
Quote from: LordMoufMouf on April 28, 2009, 09:43:05 AM
My friend Kris will be coming with me as the Captain! ^^

Added. It's nice to see this gathering is growing.

Definitely, we've got a good variety of characters signed up! I can't wait.
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Rette on April 29, 2009, 03:15:51 AM
Quote from: iNSOMNiAC on April 28, 2009, 10:07:32 PM
Quote from: Rette on April 28, 2009, 07:55:49 PM
Quote from: LordMoufMouf on April 28, 2009, 09:43:05 AM
My friend Kris will be coming with me as the Captain! ^^

Added. It's nice to see this gathering is growing.

Definitely, we've got a good variety of characters signed up! I can't wait.

Yep! We've got almost everyone... wish we had a Pip though. I'm not sure I've ever even seen a Pip cosplayer; they must exist somewhere.
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: iNSOMNiAC on April 29, 2009, 01:13:02 PM
Quote from: Rette on April 29, 2009, 03:15:51 AM
Quote from: iNSOMNiAC on April 28, 2009, 10:07:32 PM
Quote from: Rette on April 28, 2009, 07:55:49 PM
Quote from: LordMoufMouf on April 28, 2009, 09:43:05 AM
My friend Kris will be coming with me as the Captain! ^^

Added. It's nice to see this gathering is growing.

Definitely, we've got a good variety of characters signed up! I can't wait.

Yep! We've got almost everyone... wish we had a Pip though. I'm not sure I've ever even seen a Pip cosplayer; they must exist somewhere.

That's sooo what I was thinking. Pip's my favorite character (other than Jan Valentine), but you don't see very many Pip cosplayers sadly. I've only seen pictures of a few, and it'd be nice to see a Pip in the flesh.  Who knows, maybe he'll show up!
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: CaptTreasureTroveTi on April 29, 2009, 07:37:33 PM
Quote from: iNSOMNiAC on April 29, 2009, 01:13:02 PM
Quote from: Rette on April 29, 2009, 03:15:51 AM
Quote from: iNSOMNiAC on April 28, 2009, 10:07:32 PM
Quote from: Rette on April 28, 2009, 07:55:49 PM
Quote from: LordMoufMouf on April 28, 2009, 09:43:05 AM
My friend Kris will be coming with me as the Captain! ^^

Added. It's nice to see this gathering is growing.

Definitely, we've got a good variety of characters signed up! I can't wait.

Yep! We've got almost everyone... wish we had a Pip though. I'm not sure I've ever even seen a Pip cosplayer; they must exist somewhere.

That's sooo what I was thinking. Pip's my favorite character (other than Jan Valentine), but you don't see very many Pip cosplayers sadly. I've only seen pictures of a few, and it'd be nice to see a Pip in the flesh.  Who knows, maybe he'll show up!

Not sure if spoilers are okay in this thread so I won't post the name of the character ...
but mayhaps if we watch someone's shadow, we'll see Pip. ^___^ XD
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Fructose on April 29, 2009, 08:15:26 PM
It's a bit of an "if" at the moment, because we really need to get our asses in gear to get them done, but if all goes to plan Sucrose and I will be attending as Jan and Luke Valentine, respectively.
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Rette on April 29, 2009, 09:08:24 PM
Quote from: Fructose on April 29, 2009, 08:15:26 PM
It's a bit of an "if" at the moment, because we really need to get our asses in gear to get them done, but if all goes to plan Sucrose and I will be attending as Jan and Luke Valentine, respectively.

I'll put you down as "maybes". Feel free to confirm or withdraw at any time. =)
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: BSaphire on May 08, 2009, 07:03:32 PM
Rette:

I am currently facing a small delima and I was wondering if the Hellsing Gathering could move to 2:30 pm instead of 2 pm... same location and day just 1/2 hour later. Please let me know ASAP. Currently I am looking to schedule to Cosplay Chess games (one Bleach and the other Code Geass vs other Cosplayers) that will run back to back starting at 10 am - 12 pm, Bleach gathering, Code Geass vs. cosplayers cosplay chess, Code Geass gathering then Hellsing gathering.
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: CaptTreasureTroveTi on May 08, 2009, 11:34:38 PM
Quote from: Rette on April 20, 2009, 06:11:09 PM
That's so awesome.
Though I can't say I envy you in the heat! Here's hoping for a cool, foggy weekend!

AMEN!  ;)
My Alucard cosplay is rather warm ... I was thinking about toning it down because it could be really, really hot during Fanime. >_< :(

Quote from: BSaphire on May 08, 2009, 07:03:32 PM
Rette:

I am currently facing a small delima and I was wondering if the Hellsing Gathering could move to 2:30 pm instead of 2 pm... same location and day just 1/2 hour later. Please let me know ASAP. Currently I am looking to schedule to Cosplay Chess games (one Bleach and the other Code Geass vs other Cosplayers) that will run back to back starting at 10 am - 12 pm, Bleach gathering, Code Geass vs. cosplayers cosplay chess, Code Geass gathering then Hellsing gathering.

So THAT's when the Code Geass chess games and gathering are! Awesome ...
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Rette on May 09, 2009, 12:13:26 AM
EXTRA IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT:

The time of the gathering has been CHANGED to 2:30 PM instead of 2:00 PM. Please make note of the change. Tell your friends.
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: SirVincent on May 12, 2009, 10:15:27 AM
ok so this is my first time do thing this, what will we be doing?
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Rette on May 12, 2009, 12:22:32 PM
Basically, we all stand around and get our pictures taken. Photographers will sometimes direct shots they want, and generally we cosplayers will have some ideas about pictures we want done.

Typical Requests:
- Group all the cosplayers of one character together for a picture
- Huge group pictures with everyone
- Good guys vs. Bad guys
- One-on-one fight pictures (Alucard vs. Anderson, for example)
- Individual shots
- Scenes from the manga/anime

Practice striking a few poses in front of a mirror. It can sometimes be difficult to think of one on the spot, and you won't know what it looks like.

It's also a time to meet and greet the other cosplayers. Makes it easy because you know you have at least ONE interest in common. ^_^

Here's one of our group shots from last year:
(https://forums.fanime.com/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi15.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fa357%2FR3tt3%2FFanime2008%2FIMG_0649-1.jpg&hash=d19c28b3f60d65758ccaef01719a8413c5781408)
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: CaptTreasureTroveTi on May 12, 2009, 03:15:42 PM
Quote from: Rette on May 12, 2009, 12:22:32 PM
Basically, we all stand around and get our pictures taken. Photographers will sometimes direct shots they want, and generally we cosplayers will have some ideas about pictures we want done.

Typical Requests:
- Group all the cosplayers of one character together for a picture
- Huge group pictures with everyone
- Good guys vs. Bad guys
- One-on-one fight pictures (Alucard vs. Anderson, for example)
- Individual shots
- Scenes from the manga/anime

Practice striking a few poses in front of a mirror. It can sometimes be difficult to think of one on the spot, and you won't know what it looks like.

It's also a time to meet and greet the other cosplayers. Makes it easy because you know you have at least ONE interest in common. ^_^

The photo looks SO amazing! O____O I can't wait to be in this year's gathering. :]

1) Hmm .. since Fanime photographers will take some nice photos... is there any way that we can get those?
2) hmm. So ... say that one cosplayer has a idea for the group to do that they want done ... and the group is okay with it. Who takes that photo? And on whose camera? O_o
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Mister_E on May 12, 2009, 03:39:14 PM
I have to have one of these photos useing my flag again.

(https://forums.fanime.com/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi40.tinypic.com%2Frwnx2u.jpg&hash=f9f82ee2e4739a8b02360fd8e39da44f9cc8f43c)
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Rette on May 12, 2009, 03:52:42 PM
Quote from: CaptTreasureTroveTi on May 12, 2009, 03:15:42 PM
Quote from: Rette on May 12, 2009, 12:22:32 PM
Basically, we all stand around and get our pictures taken. Photographers will sometimes direct shots they want, and generally we cosplayers will have some ideas about pictures we want done.

Typical Requests:
- Group all the cosplayers of one character together for a picture
- Huge group pictures with everyone
- Good guys vs. Bad guys
- One-on-one fight pictures (Alucard vs. Anderson, for example)
- Individual shots
- Scenes from the manga/anime

Practice striking a few poses in front of a mirror. It can sometimes be difficult to think of one on the spot, and you won't know what it looks like.

It's also a time to meet and greet the other cosplayers. Makes it easy because you know you have at least ONE interest in common. ^_^

The photo looks SO amazing! O____O I can't wait to be in this year's gathering. :]

1) Hmm .. since Fanime photographers will take some nice photos... is there any way that we can get those?
2) hmm. So ... say that one cosplayer has a idea for the group to do that they want done ... and the group is okay with it. Who takes that photo? And on whose camera? O_o

There will be several photographers with known websites who will be around (from cosplay.com, for example) and you can check there for the photos, and the official Fanime photographers will no doubt have a website with all the pictures they took.

There will also be a crowd of people with their own cameras taking pictures for themselves. A common practice is for people in the gathering to give their camera to someone in the crowd and ask them to take a picture (but keep an eye on your camera so it doesn't wander away). I always ask a friend to come to a gathering I'm in so they can take pictures for me.

After Fanime, we can use this thread to post our gathering pictures so that those who couldn't take their own can see them.
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: CaptTreasureTroveTi on May 12, 2009, 04:35:07 PM
Thanks, Rette! Sounds awesome.
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: LordMoufMouf on May 13, 2009, 04:44:50 PM
That's quite an epic little gathering you had there!
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: CaptTreasureTroveTi on May 13, 2009, 08:35:06 PM
... does anyone know where to get white gloves?

I've been looking for them for my Alucard cosplay ... >_< ... hoping to draw the circles on them.
I'm worried that I won't find a pair in time!  :-[

I've tried thrift shops, department stores, stuff like that ...  I haven't seen anywhere.
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Rette on May 13, 2009, 09:41:32 PM
Quote from: CaptTreasureTroveTi on May 13, 2009, 08:35:06 PM
... does anyone know where to get white gloves?

I've been looking for them for my Alucard cosplay ... >_< ... hoping to draw the circles on them.
I'm worried that I won't find a pair in time!  :-[

I've tried thrift shops, department stores, stuff like that ...  I haven't seen anywhere.

I've had some luck finding gloves in Vintage thrift/consignment stores, but I only know of the one here in Santa Cruz, so that's probably not much help.

If all else fails you can find them in various styles and qualities at amazon.com (or the online store of your choice). The only problem is you'll probably end up paying around $15.00 in shipping charges.
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: iNSOMNiAC on May 13, 2009, 09:58:54 PM
Yeah, I bought my gloves for Schrodinger here in downtown Santa Cruz; if you're nearby, definitely check the stores there. I got mine at a place called "MoonZoom", for cheap. $6.00 I think. Good luck!
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: CaptTreasureTroveTi on May 13, 2009, 10:43:57 PM
to Rette and iNSOMNiAC:

*ohnoes* Uh oh ... I live around Santa Clara/San Jose. >_< Darn. I wish I could come down to Santa Cruz!

But I'll try Amazon or something, yes. >_>
Thanks, though! :]
Now I know where to get more gloves in CA and what to do when I drive down. ;)
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Rette on May 14, 2009, 03:25:28 AM
Quote from: iNSOMNiAC on May 13, 2009, 09:58:54 PM
Yeah, I bought my gloves for Schrodinger here in downtown Santa Cruz; if you're nearby, definitely check the stores there. I got mine at a place called "MoonZoom", for cheap. $6.00 I think. Good luck!

Lol... I got mine for Dracula at Retro Paradise on Pacific. Who knew Santa Cruz was such a hot spot for Hellsing cosplayers in search of gloves. XD
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: fritzy on May 16, 2009, 08:19:25 PM
Quote from: CaptTreasureTroveTi on May 13, 2009, 10:43:57 PM
to Rette and iNSOMNiAC:

*ohnoes* Uh oh ... I live around Santa Clara/San Jose. >_< Darn. I wish I could come down to Santa Cruz!

But I'll try Amazon or something, yes. >_>
Thanks, though! :]
Now I know where to get more gloves in CA and what to do when I drive down. ;)
Check out a Diddams, they've got a ton of costumes and party supplies, I know I saw an entire display of gloves when I was walking through one today in Mountain View.
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: CaptTreasureTroveTi on May 16, 2009, 09:03:16 PM
Quote from: fritzy on May 16, 2009, 08:19:25 PM
Check out a Diddams, they've got a ton of costumes and party supplies, I know I saw an entire display of gloves when I was walking through one today in Mountain View.

Oh, drat. If only I had known! >_<
I bought some nylon white gloves yesterday at Party City ... I would have loved to see that huge display. ^^;
But thank you! I'll keep Diddams MV in mind the next time I need gloves.
*runs off to draw Alucard circles on gloves*
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: KuroOokami on May 17, 2009, 01:30:50 PM
Yay~

I'm so glad everyone likes Baskerville! XD He got a bit of a make over for Fanime, so he will be all shiny and new for the group~ I still couldn't finish his collar in time, though. =( So hopefully no one minds how inaccurate he'll sort of be without it, until its done, haha. XD

@Rette - Yeah, the heat is the one thing that get to me in that sucker. =( My spotter will have lots o' water for me, though, and the moving jaw allows me to drink (w/ straw, plz) and even eat, haha, so all will be well~

Those pictures are amazing, by the way! Seeing those made me even more excited for this now, I can't wait! *giddy dance*

This is going to be my last post, by the way, until the con! I'm leaving for San Jose from Colorado tomorrow (hurray 18 hour drives), so I will see everyone this weekend at the gathering!

Ciao~
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: CaptTreasureTroveTi on May 17, 2009, 02:05:01 PM
Quote from: KuroOokami on May 17, 2009, 01:30:50 PM
@Rette - Yeah, the heat is the one thing that get to me in that sucker. =( My spotter will have lots o' water for me, though, and the moving jaw allows me to drink (w/ straw, plz) and even eat, haha, so all will be well

The heat has been worrying me, too.
I have a costume for Alucard that can get kind of warm. Especially the tops ... coat and shirt.
I had a longsleeve button-down formal shirt for Alucard but I'm scrapping it 'cause of the weather ... and wearing a t-shirt with a black dog on it. >_<

Is that okay? O_o

And the coat ... I'm worried about the heat in Alucard's coat. -__-;;

Eeep.

What say ye fellows?
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: LordMoufMouf on May 17, 2009, 08:50:23 PM
I think the entire Hellsing group is going to wilt if the heat continues on like this. I heard it was suppose to cool down though...
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: AbsolutelyCursed on May 17, 2009, 11:36:08 PM
According to weather.com, it's supposed to be around 80 degrees for our gathering on Sunday.
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Rette on May 18, 2009, 02:15:19 AM
Quote from: AbsolutelyCursed on May 17, 2009, 11:36:08 PM
According to weather.com, it's supposed to be around 80 degrees for our gathering on Sunday.

NOAA says it'll be in the mid 70s all weekend. That's not so bad...

If the heat gets really bad (for those of us in many-layered/fuzzy outfits) we can always step inside the convention center and gather in the Lobby. I don't think it'll be too much of a problem since we're gathering on the Hilton side of the courtyard, which usually has a bunch of shade (there are some trees... and buildings).

I'm going to be wearing my full costume come hell or high water, mostly because I can't really get away with substitutions or leaving pieces out.
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: BSaphire on May 18, 2009, 12:09:53 PM
Gathering/Event Organizer: Please Read my last post in Fanime 09 Cosplayer Gatherings List thread.

Gomen Nasai ^^)
BSaphire
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Rette on May 19, 2009, 02:05:24 PM
Okie dokie, I think we're all set!

Anyone have any requests, suggestions or questions that need to be addressed before Fanime?
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: error00004 on May 19, 2009, 07:36:52 PM
cosplaying blood seras.
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Rette on May 19, 2009, 07:49:29 PM
Quote from: error00004 on May 19, 2009, 07:36:52 PM
cosplaying blood seras.

Added! ^_^
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: KuroOokami on May 20, 2009, 11:39:23 PM
Yay! I made it to California in one piece! *just sat in a car on a road trip for 18 hours* XD

Anyway, my only request, and I'm pretty sure it was already noted but might as well double check, is that if it gets too hot outside that we move inside. =( Slightly probably most likely dangerous for me to be out in the heat in that thing for too long, so yeah. XD If thats okay with everyone, haha.

Doesn't totally have to be outside, just...whenever I start overheating, harhar.

See everyone at Fanime!
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: DareDragoon on May 21, 2009, 04:13:51 PM
I think i might come to the group meet as young pip, so like pre- eyepatch and the like.
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Rette on May 25, 2009, 05:11:49 PM
Hey guys!
First of all, I want to thank everyone that came to the gathering! It was a lot of fun and we had a lot of great cosplayers!

Now, if you so wish, share your gathering pics with everyone!
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: iNSOMNiAC on May 25, 2009, 09:19:17 PM
Thanks so much for organizing this gathering Rette. It ruled! I'll be uploading my pictures shortly, then I'll update here.
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: fritzy on May 26, 2009, 10:16:13 AM
Here's a link to all my Fanime pictures, but the majority of them are from this gathering: http://www.cosplay.com/gallery/149996/
I've got a couple more to post that'll be up later. :)
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: CaptTreasureTroveTi on May 26, 2009, 01:14:44 PM
First, thanks to Rette for organizing the gathering. =D
Bloody fun. ;)

Second, I'll be uploading all of my Fanime photos on my deviantART account after my schoolyear has ended. *salute* There are a lot of Hellsing gathering ones on my memory card. O___O
I'll post the link to the photos on this thread when they are all uploaded.

Hugs
Chibi Alucard xD
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: KuroOokami on May 26, 2009, 01:31:43 PM
I would also like to thank Rette for hosting this, it was bloody amazing and lots of fun~ Not to mention your cosplay, and everyone else's cosplays, were super awesome! I can't wait to see more pictures of the gathering~

I'm going to miss the con so much! *doesn't want to go back to Colorado now* You guys seriously made it an awesome first Fanime for me, so thank you to everyone in the group, too!

I had a lot of fun running around in Baskerville, I'm so glad everyone loved him, and thanks for all the hugs! ;)

I unfortunately didn't get any pictures of the group since my camera died and my spotter did not have one on her either, so I come back empty handed as far as photos go, hehe.

Either way, thanks so much again, guys, see you next year...maybe! *crosses fingers*
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: iNSOMNiAC on May 26, 2009, 11:37:10 PM
Alright, after much frustration the pictures are up! All the ones from the gathering at least. Take a look!

http://s722.photobucket.com/albums/ww224/hal-emmerich/Fanime%202009/Hellsing%20Gathering%2009/ (http://s722.photobucket.com/albums/ww224/hal-emmerich/Fanime%202009/Hellsing%20Gathering%2009/)
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: LordMoufMouf on May 27, 2009, 11:01:13 AM
iNSOMNiAC and Fritzy - Those are some great photos! Would it be alright if I posted them on my Cosplay account or DevArt? I'll give you total credit if you want to give me your coscom user number or username. ;)
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Seraphim on May 27, 2009, 01:01:20 PM
W-w that gathering was really awesome. Definitely the highlight of the con for me and most well-organized one I've been to yet! I was er.. the Alucard who was ..eh.. biting everyone.. Thanks for all the epic ideas guys! I'm just not creative enough with poses hahaha... /flail
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: iNSOMNiAC on May 27, 2009, 02:52:28 PM
@LordMoufMouf: That's fine by me! Go right ahead. I hardly ever use my Cosplay.com account, so I've no idea how to acquire my user number, but my username on it is Proxy.exe. My dA username is Rail--Tracer. Glad you liked the photos!

And agreed, this gathering was so organized and incredibly fun, definitely the best one I've had the pleasure of attending!
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: fritzy on May 27, 2009, 09:03:18 PM
Quote from: LordMoufMouf on May 27, 2009, 11:01:13 AM
iNSOMNiAC and Fritzy - Those are some great photos! Would it be alright if I posted them on my Cosplay account or DevArt? I'll give you total credit if you want to give me your coscom user number or username. ;)
of course! anyone's free to use them. If you'd like larger resolution please tell me which ones and I'll send 'em to you when I get time this week :)
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: HappyHeretic on May 28, 2009, 02:56:40 PM
Hey there,

I was the Jan at the gathering, I was also roaming around as Alucard a bit on Saturday.  I had a blast.  Here is a lonk to all of my Fanime Pics.  Quite a few from the gathering in there.

http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=2164619&id=6312923&l=e2c28a5a25
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Rette on May 28, 2009, 04:33:23 PM
Quote from: HappyHeretic on May 28, 2009, 02:56:40 PM
Hey there,

I was the Jan at the gathering, I was also roaming around as Alucard a bit on Saturday.  I had a blast.  Here is a lonk to all of my Fanime Pics.  Quite a few from the gathering in there.

http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=2164619&id=6312923&l=e2c28a5a25


I'm so glad you came back again this year! You make an awesome Jan. I have photos of you from last year's gathering, and I gotta say, this one's my favorite:
(https://forums.fanime.com/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi15.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fa357%2FR3tt3%2FFanime2008%2FIMG_0658.jpg&hash=fc39c51221513b203b26d66db4d925a92faf3fa3)
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: Dagger-6 on May 28, 2009, 04:35:18 PM
That is the most epic wallet I have ever seen.
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: CaptTreasureTroveTi on May 28, 2009, 07:45:10 PM
Quote from: trooper715 on May 28, 2009, 04:35:18 PM
That is the most epic wallet I have ever seen.
O_____O I second that! Whoa ... Hughes ...
wait. JanHughes. That's ... scary. >_> [but still epic!]
Title: Re: Hellsing Gathering '09
Post by: AbsolutelyCursed on May 29, 2009, 12:26:07 AM
Quote from: CaptTreasureTroveTi on May 28, 2009, 07:45:10 PM
Quote from: trooper715 on May 28, 2009, 04:35:18 PM
That is the most epic wallet I have ever seen.
O_____O I second that! Whoa ... Hughes ...
wait. JanHughes. That's ... scary. >_> [but still epic!]

Exactly what I was thinking. He was at the FMA gathering. OMG!!