Months later, at another con, a fan approached him with a sketchbook. Inside, a young artist had drawn his character mid-stride, hair braided, sword held loose, eyes amused. Underneath, a caption: "better."

: "Anime style" makeup often involves heavy contouring to change facial structure, using large contact lenses to alter eye size, and precise wig styling with professional spiking glue to defy gravity. 3. Professional Photography & Presentation