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Freaks and Geeks Part Deux: The Best, The Worst and the WTF?

by: Nicole Quiroz

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omic-Con 2012 was a 4-day event that left many things to the imagination. As an outsider looking into the world of comics and gaming, I’m afraid I lack the knowledge and lingo to keep up in the vast world of superheroes, fantasy worlds and aliens (although many who know me well would argue the latter). If you read last year’s con coverage, you’ll discover the explosive madness of the event. This year I took a different approach.

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Mahal Style made their presence known at this year's Comic-Con.


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No matter where you turned in Downtown San Diego, Comic-Con was everywhere.


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Carefully constructed and detailed costumes made heads turn.


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ombing through the hoards of costumed-villains and average comic geeks at the San Diego Convention Center, I soon discovered that creativity has no limits for fanboys and fangirls. These special individuals arrived at the con wearing handcrafted, mish-mashed costumes that make you stop, stare and think of how they came up with their unique getup (Or just make you say ‘WTF?’)

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These guys are _________________.


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I bumped into Mr. Princess Leia and Mrs. Chewbacca. What a cute couple!

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While most come to the con as a Storm Trooper, others come as a plush toy closet explosion.


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Cats just want to have fun.


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ome of the head-turning highlights included pirate-pimp Darth Vaders (Yes, they came as a combo); a male Princess Leia and his protege, a sexy Chewbacca; a man covered in small plush toys; and a hog-loving Boston Terrier riding a motorcycle.

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Prime time TV's favorite characters also made appearances.


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These canine pooches are vying to mark its territory.


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Robin takes on the Joker.


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nd in usual Comic-Con fan fare, there were lots of Storm troopers, Batmans and Adventure Time Finns to go around.

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Try to catch 'em all!


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San Diego's biggest event of the year is perhaps the most exciting one of all.


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hether you’re a comic-geek savvy or just enjoy the people-watching, Comic-Con is an event for all to enjoy.

Geek Your Heart Out!

Article & Photos:
Nicole Quiroz
Additional Photos:
Nam Pham
Photo Editor:
Minh Huynh
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