FCC’s Best Cosplay We See! Competition was at Metrocon25

Our popular Best Cosplay We See! competition! is back- this time at Metrocon 2025 on July 25-27 with two dozen contestants. The competition selects standout cosplayers directly from the convention halls. Participants are judged post-event by a panel of top cosplayers. Winners are awarded free tickets to other conventions: Anime St. Pete, Wasabicon (and the adoration of fans!).
 
Below you’ll see the contestants, meet the judges, and learn about the judging criteria. Judging is currently underway. The 5 winners, announced this week, will include the Top 3, and 2 Honorable Mention. 
 
Best Cosplay We See! Competition is brought to you by Anime St. Pete on September 27-28, and Wasabicon on October 10-12, which are providing winners with free weekend passes to their respective events.

best cosplay we see! at metrocon25

The following are the contestants (in no order). And ty to the cosplayers who allowed us to snap and chat!

The judging for the “Best Cosplay We See!” competition focuses on capturing the joy of cosplay, the awe of costumes, and the spirit of the best hobby in the universe. Best Cosplay We See! is not a craftsmanship contest, which would be impossible to judge from one photo and brief video. The Best Cosplay We See! approach allows us to celebrate the passion and effort put into the characters, recognizing those who truly bring their personas to life.

Thanks to the sponsors that are providing free weekend passes to their conventions as prizes to the winners! Support them by joining in the fan-fun at their events. Anime St. Pete, Wasabicon.

judges

Meet the talent judging the talent! Beyond the World Cosplay, Cosfay, and Paladin Printworks — award-winning cosplayers with expertise that includes foam, sewing, props and accessories.

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