SHARK BAIT SARAH

Clear the waters and guard your craft foam! Give it up for our next Cosplay Guest for the Harrisburg Comic and Pop Con 2026, the jaw dropping, apex cosplayer herself, Shark Bait Sarah!
Shark Bait Sarah is a Central Pennsylvania based cosplayer that has been cosplaying since 2013 and entering competitions since 2019. She cosplays from a variety of sources including anime, video games, movies and more. While she loves the challenge of creating a new costume and learning new techniques, her favorite thing is seeing what others create and the joy they bring to this hobby.
When she isn't at a convention you can find her at a Renaissance Festival or at home playing FFXIV. Shark Bait Sarah's most notable works include Dragoon Hatsune Miku, Purah from Tears of the Kingdom, Lambert from Cult of the Lamb, Jinx from Arcane, Krile from FFXIV, and Oogie Boogie from Nightmare Before Christmas.

ARANEA VENENUM

A transplant from the peach state, AraneaVenenum is your southern cosplay bestie! Aranea started dabbling into crafting cosplay during the lockdown of 2020. Using each new cosplay as a lesson, she decided to enter the competitive circuit as of 2025 with a few podium placements. Outside of cosplay, you can catch her obsessing over Kingdom Hearts and Pokemon. Over time she hopes to reach her goal to “cosplay them all!” with creating gijinka Pokemon.

KATWAIICC

Since starting in 2019, this multi-talented force of nature has dominated competitions with her massive prop weapons and detailed builds, even taking home Best in Show.
Beyond her staggering skills in painting, sewing, and set design, we are incredibly grateful for Katwaii’s infectious energy and her reputation as the ultimate hype woman.
She will be bringing that beautiful community spirit directly to you by teaming up with Maiacat at the registration table and offering on-site cosplay repair services to save your costumes from any con-floor mishaps!

CALEB COSPLAYS

Caleb began cosplaying at Katsucon 2023 after creating his first costume, Tighnari, mostly from scratch. Since then, Caleb Cosplays has built an award-winning portfolio featuring characters like Percy, Rimuru, Jawa, Terence, Rudeus and more! His work has earned multiple first-place awards, been featured in cosplay magazines, and led to teaching workshops for thousands across the east coast about making your own cosplays!

EJOLLEYBYGOLLY

Get ready to bring the energy, because Maryland’s own ejolleybygolly (EJ) is bringing 10 years of epic foam swords, thrifted magic, and pure whimsical fun to Harrisburg Comic and Pop Con 2026! EJ will only be appearing on Sunday of the event, so make sure you stop by their booth!
ejolleybygolly (EJ — they/she) is a Maryland cosplayer who’s been honing their craft and collecting costumes for 10 years. Skilled in foam props, namely swords, and up-cycling thrifted finds, EJ loves bringing their favorite characters to life alongside friends. The “play” in cosplay is always the emphasis — whimsy is so hard to find these days.

SHARON ROSE COSPLAY

Sharon Rose is a Pennsylvanian cosplayer, published author, artist, plus-size model, comics lover and all-around geek girl recognized for her award-winning EVA foam armor and paint detailing.
Her work has been showcased in Marvel’s digital series Marvel Becoming: Captain Marvel, on the cover of Cosplay Culture magazine and in numerous geek culture media, including Marvel.com and SciFiNow. As a Plaid FX® product ambassador and an administrator for SheProp! (a safe-space prop and costuming forum for marginalized genders — female identifying, two-spirit, nonbinary and trans cosplayers, makers and artists), she loves to encourage creativity and teach others to find joy in crafting their fandoms.

RESCUEBOT TRAILBREAKER and SIDESWIPE

Come check out two TRANSFORMERS inspired cars with photos opportunities.

THE GRUMPY OLE GREEN GUY

Julio Perez-Wright, also known as The Grumpy Ole Green Guy or "The Two Face 'Violator'. Julio will be joining us Saturday only, so make sure you stop by his booth then!
Julio is a 17-year veteran of professional wrestling who trained at the WolfDen in York, Pennsylvania, and competed extensively across the East Coast.
Beyond the ring, Perez-Wright is an award-winning cosplayer with seven years of experience and multiple contest wins under his belt. He is the owner and operator of the York County-based business Oliver The Rabbit & Mascots, which brings character entertainment to events and conventions. In 2025, he expanded his performance career into independent film, appearing in productions such as Barbara and The Exchanged.
Over the last seven years, Perez-Wright has made numerous television appearances on major local and national networks, including FOX43, ABC27, The Weather Channel, and Good Morning America. He is also a fixture on the convention circuit, having served as a featured guest, organizer, and cosplay contest judge at dozens of comic cons, horror fests, and pop culture events across the region.

FLAMER FETT

Flamer.Fett will be joining us at the Harrisburg Comic and Pop Con 2026!
Flamer.Fett is a Pennsylvania-based cosplayer who got his start in 2013, making his convention debut at New York Comic Con as an Umbrella Soldier from Resident Evil, a choice driven by how easy it was to assemble and his love for the movies. However, Star Wars was his true passion, inspiring a series of builds rooted in the sci-fi classics that defined his childhood, including a Battlestar Galactica Cylon. Across most of his projects, his focus remains squarely on screen accuracy, sourcing original parts whenever possible.
That passion for crafting detailed builds naturally led Flamer.Fett into the world of 3D printing. Today, he prints everything from prop weapons to full armor suits, with an Endgame Iron Patriot and several Star Wars droids currently in the works.
When he isn't building cosplays, he enjoys cars, collecting and selling toys, and hunting down original movie prop parts.

HURRICANE KITTEN

Let's give it up for our first Cosplay Guest, Hurricane Kitten

Hurricane Kitten is a cosplay veteran that joined the hobby in 2011. While she started out at anime conventions, she's expanded to sci-fi, comic, and gaming events. Pre-Covid she spent most of her free time working with a local charity group, Central PA Heroes Coalition. Sharing smiles through costuming and connecting over shared love of media has always been the goal.

When she's not spending her time hunched over a work bench, she's gaming with friends or working fighting game tournaments. She also enjoys dabbling in boudoir and spending lots of time with her fur babies. She looks forward to meeting everyone and chatting about your favorite nerd topics!

MAIACAT COSPLAY

Let's give it up for our first Cosplay Guest Announcement, Maiacat Cosplay!
Honoring tradition, she will be manning the cosplay registration table, as well as hosting both our craftsmanship cosplay contest on Saturday and our Cosplay Masquerade on Sunday!
Teacher by day, cosplayer by night, Maiacat Cosplay is a curvy cosplayer hailing from south-central PA. With over thirty years of experience being a nerd, Maiacat broke into the cosplay scene in 2016. Specializing in armor crafting, she’s been awarded numerous First Place and Best in Show commendations for her work. She loves all things Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter, and gaming, though her favorite things to make cosplay armor of are Pokémon! Maiacat’s favorite aspect of cosplay is the bonds that the shared hobby build.
Photos by Sean Gribble Photography

MEGAMI

Let's show some love to a fan favorite, Megami!

With over 9 years in the cosplay world, Megami is a seasoned creator known for her bold character choices and meticulous craftsmanship. From the chilling world of horror to vibrant anime and action-packed video games, her work spans a wide range of fandoms—including original designs that bring her own imagination to life.

Specializing in both sewing and armor builds, Megami blends technical skill with artistic flair. Her dedication to detail and storytelling has earned her accolades, including a Best in Show award at the very first Four State Comic Con and multiple guest appearances along the east coast, where she shares her passion with the cosplay community.

CENTRAL PA GHOSTBUSTERS

A group of fans located in central Pennsylvania. We raise money for various non-profits which includes the Merakey School in Carlisle and the Shining Stars Therapeutic Ministries in Gettysburg. We attend fundraisers, events, parades, and conventions.

Come check out their new Ecto-1 and their new 33 Foot Marshmallow Man!