The Second Edition of Cosplay - The Beginner's Masterclass is longer, more detailed and has dozens of new pictures and illustrations! Veteran cosplayers Miyuu Takahara and Kenji Weston team up experience to give new and aspiring cosplayers the introductory guide they deserve. Expertly composed, this book contains hundreds of images, many of which illustrate the advice, instruction and ideas discussed. Each cosplay topic and technique is explained lucidly, comprehensively and straightforwardly. All manner of costumes are closely examined: superheroes and supervillains, video game characters, and of course those from Japanese anime and manga culture. Hundreds of hours of research and collaboration were lavished upon this book. To write it, the authors drew on the spirit of commitment and passion that is at the very core of good cosplay. It is guaranteed to give newbies and beginners plus even experienced cosplayers the guidance and tips they need to do well in this, the most epic of hobbies.