I've cosplayed as a Ghostbuster and Dr Doom at conventions, it's a blast!
Putting the costumes together gave me a break from computer stuff, which was nice, and gave me an excuse to obsess about my interests.
Going out in public wearing a costume is always nerve-wracking. But the anxiety disappears as soon as you get close to the event. When I saw someone walking down the sidewalk, dressed as Megaman, I knew I was home.
Walking around in cosplay at a convention is like being a celebrity for 4 hours! Everyone knows who you are, and wants a picture with you. As a Ghostbuster, I get high fives from every other GB (there's always a bunch, young and old). As Dr. Doom, I had a 5yo girl (dressed as Minnie mouse) come up and tell me I'm her favorite. It was magical.
Not really but when I wear my duster and my nice wide brim felt hat people always say I look like Van Helsing
No, I have not cosplayed before. Unfortunately, due to the my lack of cosplaying experience, I cannot tell you about any.
I've cosplayed as countless characters before, the majority of times it being accidental. Though, if I'm doing it intentionally, although sometimes the ease falls in my lap as one sees, I tend to stay in my appearance range.
