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Crispo is a Texas-based cosplayer, DIY prop builder, and content creator known for creating incredible superhero, video game, movie, and television-inspired costumes and props. Passionate about making cosplay accessible, he shows fans how creativity and everyday materials from local hardware stores can bring amazing builds to life.

Corin Howell is a comic-book artist and writer who thrives on the spooky, the scary, and the seductive. Her credits include TRANSFORMERS: WINDBLADE (IDW Publishing), Wonder Woman: Black, White & Gold (DC Comics), DARK RED (AfterShock), and recent supernatural detective series SHADOW SERVICE and QUEEN OF SWORDS: A Barbaric Tale (Vault Comics).  She also creates illustrations of her signature character Lilith,  a sultry creature-woman with a taste for ill-fated humans. Passionate about horror, monsters, and femme-fatale demons, Corin lives in Austin, TX with her two delightfully rotund cats.

Katie Kat is an award-winning cosplayer and fabricator specializing in sewing, EVA foam, 3D, and prop fabrication. Passionate about sharing her knowledge, she enjoys teaching new techniques, encouraging fellow creators, and helping cosplayers of all skill levels bring their ideas to life. Katie will also serve as a guest judge in the cosplay competition.

Loopy Lopez is a featured cosplayer, content creator, and cosplay competition judge known for her creative costumes, engaging personality, and passion for the cosplay community. Having appeared as both a cosplay guest and judge at conventions, Loopy loves highlighting the incredible work of fellow cosplayers while inspiring others to get involved in the hobby.

Writing under two pen names, Elise Hennessy and Ella Hendricks, this Texas author creates stories for very different readers. As Elise Hennessy, she writes young adult fantasy filled with adventure, found family, and unforgettable worlds. As Ella Hendricks, she explores dark romance with steamy twists, complex characters, and plenty of swoon-worthy moments.  Elise holds a master’s degree in journalism and enjoys crafting immersive stories across multiple genres. When she’s not writing, she’s working her way through an ever-growing to-be-read pile, collecting video game achievements, or spending time with her family and two cats in Texas.

Benkai aka Ben Allen is a Texas-based anime and pop culture content creator and U.S. Army veteran. Known for his energetic convention coverage, he travels the state interviewing cosplayers, voice actors, artists, and fans while celebrating the community that brings fandom to life. Through every video, Benkai’s mission is simple: Motivate. Inspire. Entertain.

From San Antonio, TX, Ally B is a seasoned cosplayer with 15 years of experience in the community. Known for her stunning comic, anime, & video game cosplays, she’s competed, judged, and guested at conventions across the country.  Ally loves to inspire others to cosplay, and share her tips on building everything from armor, props, sewing and beyond. A comic book, anime, and BookTok nerd, she also creates adorable trinkets for all fandoms like stickers, hair clips, and planners. When not in cosplay Ally is busy being a Corgi mom to her three loaves of chaos.

ATX Deadpool is an active cosplayer and has built a strong presence in the Texas cosplay community. A skilled prop maker specializing in 3D-printed armor, full-scale costume builds, and screen-accurate recreations, he also brings cosplay competition experience to the table. Beyond building, he has hosted cosplay panels, served as MC for cosplay competitions, and moderated celebrity voice actor panels at conventions. Passionate about the cosplay community, he enjoys highlighting the creativity, craftsmanship, and techniques behind the costumes and props that bring fandom to life.

Jeff Johnson is a comic book artist and animator whose work spans both comics and television. His credits include Marvel Comics’ Wonder Man, The Amazing Spider-Man, and Weapon X, as well as DC’s Green Lantern and CrossGen’s Way of the Rat.  In animation, Jeffrey has contributed to fan-favorite series including The Boondocks, The Spectacular Spider-Man, Batman: The Brave and the Bold, Young Justice, and Transformers: Prime. He is also the author of Draw Fight Scenes Like a Pro.

Yale Stewart is an award-winning cartoonist best known as the creator of the beloved webcomic JL8, which reimagines the heroes of the Justice League as elementary school students. He is also the author of The Amazing Adventures of Superman children’s books from DC/Capstone.  In addition to his creator-owned work, Yale has contributed artwork to projects for Marvel, Dynamite, Image, BOOM! Studios, and Roc Nation. His work is celebrated for its humor, heart, and distinctive storytelling style.

Brandon Moore is an artist whose creative journey has come full circle. After beginning his career as an artist, he spent more than 20 years as an accountant while helping build and grow businesses before returning to his passion for creating in the studio.  His work leans toward fantasy but is inspired by beauty in many forms, from portraits and the human figure to imaginative creatures. Through each piece, Brandon combines technical precision with a lifelong passion for art.

JOE PRADO’s first and foremost passion is COMICS!

Joe Prado began his career in the early 1990s as a professional comic book artist and illustrator in Brazil, producing hundreds of fantasy, horror, superhero, and science fiction illustrations and comics. Since entering the U.S. comics market in 2004, Joe has worked on some of the industry’s most iconic titles, including Action Comics, Superman, Green Lantern, Teen Titans, Birds of Prey, Blackest Night, Brightest Day, Aquaman, Justice League, Batman, Detective Comics, Wonder Woman, and more. His acclaimed partnership with artist Ivan Reis and writer Geoff Johns helped define landmark series such as Blackest Night, Brightest Day, Aquaman, and Justice League, earning Joe two Inkwell Awards and recognition as one of comics’ most respected creators.