Brisbane's convention centre has been swarming with pirates, elves, and stormtroopers this weekend as part of the first full-scale OZ Comic-Con since COVID, and it's brought with it an influx of new cosplayers.
While the two-day comic convention gives fans an opportunity to come face-to-face with their favourite film and TV stars, for many the real appeal has been connecting with an inclusive community.
Cosplay – or costume play – involves dressing up as characters from TV shows, movies, video games, books, and more.
