The Higuri Regalia & The Etheiryan Blitzball League
proudly present the return of

The Mythril Showcase!

March 29th @ 7pm EST
The Goblet, Ward 7 Plot 43, Balmung, Crystal

That's right, we're bringing back this classic contest of cosplay cunning just in time for Blitzball season! To do this right, though, we need contestants!This year's theme (as voted on by you) is "Kingdoms of the Far East", so we can expect a lot of interesting fashion based on the legends of old from times of war in the popularized history of Othard - and just as there was war then, there shall be now. The only difference is that now it's a fashion war for prizes!Drop by and ask about how competitors will be judged, then submit a form to participate in the contest today via mail moogle! Entries are due no later than 30 minutes prior to the event!We're all getting ready, and the only thing we still need is you!

We have a stipulation within the prizes: If you don't like the participation weapons for your category, you can change them. But we do ask you to know which weapon you want before you decide to change them so we don't hold up the line.

A quick explanation of the contest's main guidelines: this year's cosplay concept is based on the Dynasty Warriors game series, and not actual Othardian lore from FFXIV. As such, we're looking for costumes depicting characters from any of the Dynasty Warriors/Samurai Warriors/Warriors Orochi games.Pick a character and slap together a cool cosplay today - it definitely comes with some serious prizes and perks - not the least of which is bragging rights for the winners!Here's a few helpful links for you in case you're unaware of the different characters' looks:

Best of luck and we hope to see you on stage at the contest!

Rendering Judgement

Every contest needs participants to be judged, and the Mythril Showcase is no different. Here's a list of criteria our specially selected panel of judges will be using, each graded on a 1-10 scale:

  • Emulation: Cosplaying - as accurately as possible - a certain character from a particular source of media (game/show/movie, etc.)

  • Adherence: Remaining within the scope of the theme.

  • Embellishment: Complimenting your outfit with accessories and other small details.

  • Stage Presence: Your ability to “strut your stuff” via actions or emotes.

  • Reception: How well you command the audience’s excitement and attention.

  • Innovation: Any additional nuances to your entry (using minions, reciting lines, etc.) for extra points.

Remember that there are a lot of interesting prizes up for grabs, so join today and give it your all!Note: Additional prizes may also be added based on the number of contestants, so drag your family and friends with you and have them join the fun!

The Prizes

A contest is nothing without prizes, and this one is no different! The Regalia is well known for providing only the best for its clients and we are bringing that promise of quality to this year's Mythril Showcase prizes!

For All Participants

First of all, participants are at war, so we are here to provide them all with beautiful weaponry based on costume category!

  • Wei: Knights of the Round/Susano

  • Wu: Rubellux/Tsukuyomi

  • Shu: Smaragdine/Shinryu

  • Jin: Fae's Crown

  • Other: Warring Triad (Sephirot/Sophia/Zurvan)

  • Samurai: Four Lords (Seiryu/Suzaku/Byakko)

  • Orochi: Hades/Seeing Horde

For the Winners

Fourth Place: An assortment of Pixie, Archangel, and Statice's Wings, , as well as a Tsukumogami Parasol!
Third Place: A Quaqua Horn and Uolosapa!
Second Place: A Shishioji Flute and Kuromaru!
First Place: A voucher of the Higuri! (translation: a free commissioned artwork of your character in an outfit of your choice!)