New York Comic-Con Cosplay

Photos by C. Edwards

Tired old capes are so last season, as cosplaying passerbys proved during the 8th Annual New York Comic-Con that took place Oct. 9-13. Whether paying homage to Hugh Jackman or redefining gender roles, comic fan-dom means unbridled expression. Here's a selection of Comic-Con cosplayers who turned our heads with their short shorts, clever interpretations, and oversized props.