"Be whoever you want" – Belle and James
"Cosplay is about meeting people with the same interests (or cosplay outfits)" – Channelle and Aliyah
"Anyone can cosplay" – Sophie, Stacie, Susie and Stephanie
"Don't be afraid to be different" – Kat
"Cosplay means an introvert can express themselves" – Zoe
"Cosplay is a fun way to not be yourself" – Chloe
"It doesn't matter what you look like, as long as you have fun" – Becky and Lizzie
"Cosplay isn't weird, and it's not childish" – Alex
"It's non-judgemental" – Bella
"It's inclusive! #genderbend" – Beth
"Cosplay is for everyone!" – Katie
"Cosplay is genderless" – Scott
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