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			[[Category:Cosplay_Department]]
	==Judges' Policies==		==Judges' Policies==
	*The judges do not have to give out all the awards. If there are not enough entries to warrant an award, then an award need not be given.		*The judges do not have to give out all the awards. If there are not enough entries to warrant an award, then an award need not be given.

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	*Large Cosplays: FOR 2018- due to new venue no extra large cosplays will be permitted in masquerade. If the cosplay can not fit through a single door frame, please do not bring it for Masquerade.		*Large Cosplays: FOR 2018- due to new venue no extra large cosplays will be permitted in masquerade. If the cosplay can not fit through a single door frame, please do not bring it for Masquerade.
	In rare cases, extra-large cosplays may request to be judged outside of the judging room due to their size. Acceptance of these request are at the judge’s discretion; they will need to come to a unanimous agreement on a case by case basis. The directors will inform judges of these special requests prior to con, if possible.		In rare cases, extra-large cosplays may request to be judged outside of the judging room due to their size. Acceptance of these request are at the judge’s discretion; they will need to come to a unanimous agreement on a case by case basis. The directors will inform judges of these special requests prior to con, if possible.
			*Reminder that there is to be no flame, smoke, mist, clouds, visible aroma, e-cigs or anything like before mention on con floors, stages, part of acts.

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	*Extremely short skirts are allowed as long as the entire buttocks and genital area are covered.		*Extremely short skirts are allowed as long as the entire buttocks and genital area are covered.
	*Slit dresses or skirts are allowed as long as the entire buttocks and genital area are not revealed with movement. The slit must be secured somehow to prevent this.		*Slit dresses or skirts are allowed as long as the entire buttocks and genital area are not revealed with movement. The slit must be secured somehow to prevent this.
	*Large Cosplays: In rare cases, extra-large cosplays may request to be judged outside of the judging room due to their size. Acceptance of these request are at the judge’s discretion; they will need to come to a unanimous agreement on a case by case basis. The directors will inform judges of these special requests prior to con, if possible.		*Large Cosplays: FOR 2018- due to new venue no extra large cosplays will be permitted in masquerade. If the cosplay can not fit through a single door frame, please do not bring it for Masquerade.
			In rare cases, extra-large cosplays may request to be judged outside of the judging room due to their size. Acceptance of these request are at the judge’s discretion; they will need to come to a unanimous agreement on a case by case basis. The directors will inform judges of these special requests prior to con, if possible.

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	*Extremely short skirts are allowed as long as the entire buttocks and genital area are covered.		*Extremely short skirts are allowed as long as the entire buttocks and genital area are covered.
	*Slit dresses or skirts are allowed as long as the entire buttocks and genital area are not revealed with movement. The slit must be secured somehow to prevent this.		*Slit dresses or skirts are allowed as long as the entire buttocks and genital area are not revealed with movement. The slit must be secured somehow to prevent this.
	*Large Cosplays:		*Large Cosplays: In rare cases, extra-large cosplays may request to be judged outside of the judging room due to their size. Acceptance of these request are at the judge’s discretion; they will need to come to a unanimous agreement on a case by case basis. The directors will inform judges of these special requests prior to con, if possible.
	In rare cases, extra-large cosplays may request to be judged outside of the judging room due to their size. Acceptance of these request are at the judge’s discretion; they will need to come to a unanimous agreement on a case by case basis. The directors will inform judges of these special requests prior to con, if possible.

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	*Extremely short skirts are allowed as long as the entire buttocks and genital area are covered.		*Extremely short skirts are allowed as long as the entire buttocks and genital area are covered.
	*Slit dresses or skirts are allowed as long as the entire buttocks and genital area are not revealed with movement. The slit must be secured somehow to prevent this.		*Slit dresses or skirts are allowed as long as the entire buttocks and genital area are not revealed with movement. The slit must be secured somehow to prevent this.
	*~~If the costume is large~~, ~~it must not be so~~ large ~~that it causes problems. If it cannot get through the door~~ to the judging ~~area, it is disqualified, although if~~ the ~~costume can be altered quickly~~ to ~~conform~~ to ~~rules~~, ~~the judges and director may reconsider~~.		*Large Cosplays:
			In rare cases, extra-large cosplays may request to be judged outside of the judging room due to their size. Acceptance of these request are at the judge’s discretion; they will need to come to a unanimous agreement on a case by case basis. The directors will inform judges of these special requests prior to con, if possible.

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	<nowiki>*</nowiki>~~The two MCs are also each allotted one trophy to give.~~ The director may also give out a director’s choice award at their discretion.		<nowiki>*</nowiki>The director may also give out a director’s choice award at their discretion.

	===How to Judge Craftsmanship ===		===How to Judge Craftsmanship ===

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	As with the masquerade, violation of any of the general cosplay rules disqualifies the entry from winning any craftsmanship awards. Additionally, if the cosplay was purchased from someone else or is entirely pre-made, like a Halloween costume, it does not qualify for craftsmanship awards.		As with the masquerade, violation of any of the general cosplay rules disqualifies the entry from winning any craftsmanship awards. Additionally, if the cosplay was purchased from someone else or is entirely pre-made, like a Halloween costume, it does not qualify for craftsmanship awards.

			==Cosplay Dress Code==

			Cosplay Masquerade and Craftsmanship entries must not violate the following rules:

			*Cosplayers are required to wear shoes. If the cosplay requires the illusion of being barefoot, "invisible" plastic shoes are acceptable, as long as there is foot coverage. During Craftsmanship judging, cosplayers may remove shoes for the duration of judging only, and must put the shoes back on immediately.
			*No buttock or genitalia must be showing. Even the lower portion of the buttock must be covered.
			*For women - no side-boob or under-boob may be showing. 70% of the breast must be covered. Dramatically plunging necklines that show under-boob or side-boob are not allowed (plunging necklines with cleavage are otherwise allowed). Pasties are not allowed.
			*For men - Men may be topless or have more skin showing (above the waistline) as long as the cosplay requires it. A Google search may be employed to verify.
			*No illusion of nudity is allowed. Flesh-colored clothing that has been painted or embroidered to dispose of the illusion of nudity is okay; flesh-colored underwear underneath a cosplay is allowed to prevent wardrobe malfunctions. This applies to any see-through clothing as well; you must not be able to see any area prohibited by policies.
			*Underwear and bathing suits are allowed as long as they follow the above nudity policies. Men's underwear must have the fly sewn shut. However, if a cosplay is simply a bra and panties, it is not allowed.
			*Extremely short skirts are allowed as long as the entire buttocks and genital area are covered.
			*Slit dresses or skirts are allowed as long as the entire buttocks and genital area are not revealed with movement. The slit must be secured somehow to prevent this.
			*If the costume is large, it must not be so large that it causes problems. If it cannot get through the door to the judging area, it is disqualified, although if the costume can be altered quickly to conform to rules, the judges and director may reconsider.

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 If the judges can not come to a consensus with a reasonable period of discussion, then the majority will decide. In the event that the judges are tied and can not come to any reasonable decision, the director will serve as a tie breaker (Please come to a reasonable and civil decision. The director does not want to be a tie breaker).
 Merit awards may be given by individual judges without any discussion or input with the other judges. There are a finite number of trophies for merit awards which are equal to or greater than the number of judges. Each judge will be allocated one trophy. Additional trophies may be given based on group consensus and trophy availability*.
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 <nowiki>*</nowiki>The two MCs are also each allotted one trophy to give. The director may also give out a director’s choice award at their discretion.

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	==Judging==		==Judging==
	===How to Judge the Masquerade===		===How to Judge the Masquerade===
	Judges ~~are to~~ discuss the "~~Best~~ in" awards and entries and to come to a general consensus as to what entry wins each award. If the judges can not come to a consensus with a reasonable period of discussion, then the majority will decide. In the event that the judges are tied and can not come to any reasonable decision, the director will serve as a tie breaker (Please come to a reasonable and civil decision. The director does not want to be a tie breaker).
			While there is a point system on the judging sheet, this is best used as a guideline for individual preference. Judges should still discuss awards, especially the "best in" awards and entries, and come to a general consensus as to what entry wins each award.

			If the judges can not come to a consensus with a reasonable period of discussion, then the majority will decide. In the event that the judges are tied and can not come to any reasonable decision, the director will serve as a tie breaker (Please come to a reasonable and civil decision. The director does not want to be a tie breaker).

	Merit awards may be given by individual judges without any discussion or input with the other judges. There are a finite number of trophies for merit awards which are equal to or greater than the number of judges. Each judge will be allocated one trophy. Additional trophies may be given based on group consensus and trophy availability*.		Merit awards may be given by individual judges without any discussion or input with the other judges. There are a finite number of trophies for merit awards which are equal to or greater than the number of judges. Each judge will be allocated one trophy. Additional trophies may be given based on group consensus and trophy availability*.

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	Merit awards may be given by individual judges without any discussion or input with the other judges. There are a finite number of trophies for merit awards which are equal to or greater than the number of judges. Each judge will be allocated one trophy. Additional trophies may be given based on group consensus and trophy availability*.		Merit awards may be given by individual judges without any discussion or input with the other judges. There are a finite number of trophies for merit awards which are equal to or greater than the number of judges. Each judge will be allocated one trophy. Additional trophies may be given based on group consensus and trophy availability*.

	*The two MCs are also each allotted one trophy to give. The director may also give out a director’s choice award at their discretion.
			<nowiki>*</nowiki>The two MCs are also each allotted one trophy to give. The director may also give out a director’s choice award at their discretion.