Picture this: Naka-Kon has arrived and you've finally finished all of your crafting. The con-crunch is over, right? WRONG! Get ready, because it's the return of the Iron Cosplay Con-Crunch Competition (IC4 for short)! We're doing it bigger and better for Naka's 20th anniversary!
This event is an Iron Chef-style project where teams of five will compete using their creativity, cooperation, and a random assortment of materials. Teams will create a theme-matching cosplay with supplies provided at the event, all within a 60-minute time frame.
Participation is free and crafting experience is not required, but teamwork skills and the ability to perform under time pressure are a must! IC4 takes place on Sunday, March 16, at 1:00 p.m. CT in Ballroom C!
General Rules
- All participants must be registered attendees of Naka-Kon 2025.
- All participants must adhere to any related Naka-Kon policies.
- Teams must adhere to all safety provisions set forth by Naka-Kon.
- Costumes and props crafted must adhere to Naka-Kon’s weapons policy and dress code policy, please contact accesscontrol@naka-kon.com if you have questions.
- All participants must adhere to all the General Cosplay Contest Rules.
- There is a limit of 35 participants, granted on a first come, first serve basis.
- Teams with anyone under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult over the age of 18.
- Teams will consist of 5 individuals. Members of the teams must be identified at online signup, or if indicated, combined with other randomly selected participants.
- Each team will be allocated floor space and supplies, but please notify us in advance regarding any special needs by contacting cosplay@naka-kon.com.
- Registration for participation begins on Tuesday, February 11 at 6:00 p.m. CT and closes Monday, March 3 at 6:00 p.m. CT.
- All participants should pre-register to participate using the online sign-up form. If you have a pre-planned group of 5, you may enter all participants at registration. If not, indicate your interest in joining a team on the registration form. We’ll find a great spot for you! There will be on-site registration for any remaining spots.
- Teams will be notified of their participation status no later than 5 days before the event.
- A representative of your team must confirm their participation on-site at the Cosplay Repair Station in Ballroom C on Sunday between 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. CT. Any available spots will be available for on-site registration between 11:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. CT.
Register here on Tuesday, February 11 at 6:00 p.m. CT. No entries will be accepted prior to this time.