Some Cosplayers focused on Anime and Manga characters.
Photos by Alex Shute
Portsmouth Comic Con returned for the first time since 2019 with some of the best costumes we have ever seen.
A really great time was had by all ages at the biggest event of its kind on the south coast, bringing together fans of TV, film and comics at Portsmouth’s Guildhall.
Sam Divine of Gosport came in an impressive Loki costume.
Photos by Alex Shute
Professional Cosplayer Paul Macdowell wowed the crowds as Iron Man.
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Chris and Son Stone, 1 as Snorlax and Pikachu
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Deadpool and Captain America made an appearance.
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Even Batman needs a slush puppy to cool down!
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Stuart Sowerby, with children Eleanor Sowerby 9, William Sowerby, 7 and Robyn Sowerby 3
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Locals David Miller and Jack Miller, 13 cosplayed as Geralt of Rivea and Mirage from Apex Legends.
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Phil West and Tiger Wilson, 9 came both as Spiderman.
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Crowds formed on the steps of the Guildhall to listen to outdoor panels.
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The Star Wars experience proved extremely popular with visitors, with the likes of Darth Vader, Chewbacca and Storm Troopers on hand for photo opportunities.
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Local lad Mackenzie Johnson, 13 came as Joker.
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The Star Wars experience proved extremely popular with visitors, with the likes of Darth Vader, Chewbacca and Storm Troopers on hand for photo opportunities.
Photos by Alex Shute
Even the Empire need to use the lift!
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The Guildhall was awash with merchandise and other stalls during this weekends Comic Con.
Photos by Alex Shute
Zuzanna Wichowaniec, 19 as Ibuki Midday, Melissa Moura, 18 as Monokuma and Rosie Currams, 19 as Mikan Tsumiki.
Photos by Alex Shute
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