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It’s time for Ro and Mo’s Fantastic Convention Review! Kicking ass and cosplaying in the DMV (and anywhere where they have a McDonald’s in close proximity)! This week’s episode: Ro and Mo Take Katsucon 2016 MOMOMOMOMOMOMOMOMOMOMOMOMOMOMOMOMOMO Another year, another Katsucon: This year’s National Harbor convention proved itself to be one of the best conventions in the States. It brought thousands of eager fans and talented cosplayers from all over. I was unbelievably excited to attend such a magnificent event, and to my delight, so were my fellow nerds. All aspects of Katsucon, from my experience, was smooth, pleasant, and downright fun. The staff was helpful and the panels were HILARIOUS. I’m talking jaw-dropping, eye-popping, barely can breathe, tears rolling down my cheeks funny. (Voice Actor’s Lip-Synching: HELL YEAH, GIVE ME THAT BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY, GIVE ME ALL OF IT!) With no regrets, I emptied my wallet for the brilliance of gorgeous scarves in the Artist’s Alley. I marveled at the collections featured in the Dealer’s Room, as well as judged the fact that many of the characters on the body pillows on display were underage. (Seriously, WTF?) This year, I also had my buddy, my partner in crime fighting, my buddy Ro, help me navigate this overwhelming convention. It was comforting having my insightful and hilarious friend join me at her first Katsucon ever! I was lucky enough that she was able to offer her analysis and opinions on what exactly Katsucon brought to the table….
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Oona Sura
Oona Sura is a cosplay enthusiast with an appreciation for Framboise Lambic, Haruki Murakami, and cats. Catch her at the next anime convention on the East Coast!
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