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How did you first get into cosplaying?
I actually cosplayed for the first time because my friend wanted a cosplay partner for Anime North 2012. I made my first costume overnight to meet the deadline, and just really enjoyed the experience and so I continued to cosplay!
Who is the first character you ever cosplayed as?
My first cosplay was FFX-2 Lenne songstress.
Which League of Legends characters have you cosplayed so far?
I have cosplayed Classic Ahri, Battle Bunny Riven, Heartseeker Akali (and a pool party version), and Secret Agent Miss Fortune.
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Any plans for future LoL cosplays?
Yes! Sivir (Chinese splash art) is currently in the works.
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I have many favorite champions, mostly mages. At the moment, the one I play the most is Karma (mid and top). Other champions that I enjoy playing are Zyra, Lissandra, Swain, and Vel'koz. Poking as a mage is just too satisfying.
Which champion do you hate playing against the most?
Because I play squishy AP champions, I sometimes have a hard time laning against assassins. I always ban Zed if I get the chance!
Do you play ranked at all? What about alternative game modes other than Summoner's Rift?
I played rank in Season 4, and now I'm in the middle of my placements for S6. I play all games modes, and when we have enough people we do in-house Howling Abyss or Twisted Treeline. My favorite event mode in the past has been Ascension.
What are your thoughts on "genderbend" cosplays?
I love custom skins, and I think some genderbend concepts are very creative and fun. If I came across a cool genderbend concept, I would do it too.
Do you make all of your outfits yourself?
I make 90% of my costumes and props! I really enjoy making costumes because I get the chance to incorporate my creative flairs into the design.
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What are some of your other hobbies outside of video games and cosplaying?
It's really hard to find free time outside of my job and cosplaying. When I do get a break, I enjoy writing music, salsa dancing, and streaming.
Ah I was going to ask if you did streaming. How often do you typically stream?
I usually stream every Sunday at 7pm PST unless I'm out of town or working overtime. You can check My channel here.
You’re also getting a Ph.D?
I am a PhD candidate and I'm 3.5 years in (two years before I finish my degree). I'm studying molecular oncology, which is basically the study of cancer at the molecular scale. Specifically, I apply techniques from proteomics, biochemistry, molecular biology, and cell biology in order to understand the function of certain proteins and how they contribute to cancer-related processes. I am actually not looking to continue in pure science after I finish my degree. I have gained many invaluable skills (not just scientific method!) in graduate school and I hope to apply these skills either in consulting or in the video game industry.
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What are some of the challenges of cosplaying at conventions? I assume that some outfits can become uncomfortable to wear for prolonged periods of time.
Like you said, wearing costumes for a prolonged period of time can be painful or inconvenient, especially if said costume involves heels or wings. Bulky costumes or bodysuits are quite troublesome for the bathroom! Other challenges include lugging around heavy props, having to hold awkward poses with said props, and trying to avoid people taking photos of me when I'm eating... Yes, the life of a cosplayer is hard!
Anime fan? / Favorites?
Absolutely! Favorites: Shinsekai Yori, Death Note, Stein's Gate, Darker than Black. My favorite manga is Gantz.
Anything else you'd like to add?
TSM sucks.
For more images of Miyuki’s awesome cosplays be sure to like her Facebook page.
She can also be found on Twitter and Instagram as @MiyukiCosplay.
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