The annual SOE Live Costume Contest is back again and gracing a new stage this year! Join us at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in Las Vegas on August 3rd for all the fun and excitement of applauding your fellow gamers' creative talents and skills. Even better, if you're itching to show off your own costume, you can be a part of the show! We invite you to fashion your version of your favorite SOE game character, either an NPC or a character all your own.

Costumes will be judged on the following criteria:

  • Craftsmanship
  • Creativity
  • Originality / Accuracy
  • Overall Effect

The Judging Categories are:

  • Mini Minions - Kids 12 and Under
  • LOL - Funny Costumes
  • Master Crafter - Highly-Detailed Workmanship
  • Hero of the People - Crowd Favorite
  • Best in Show - Best Overall Costume

Need inspiration? You can watch last year's contest over on Twitch TV! The contest segment begins at right around the 30-minute mark. You should also follow SOE on Facebook and watch for some special Pre-Costume Contest contests we'll be running!

Check the SOE Live site for more details as we get closer to the event. With past entries that included animatronics, hand-tooled armor, and meticulous stitching, we can't wait to see what you'll come up with in 2013! Get out your sewing machines, glue guns, or soldering irons, and start working on your submission now. Eyemasks, wings, or heavy armor, no matter what universe you play in, we want to see your creations!