Anime Ink
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Are you ready to hit the stage? Every year, dozens of talented cosplayers bring their best to the main stage, and we can’t wait to see what you’ve been working on. Our judges will be looking for top-tier craftsmanship, stage presence, overall best performance. Think you’ve got what it takes to take home the gold? We’ll find out this October in Richmond, VA

We’re thrilled to announce the first-ever Anime Ink Richmond Fashion Show, presented by DYKEMINT!

Fashion designers will showcase their original, fandom-infused, subculture-celebrating looks on the Anime Ink runway. Featuring anime streetwear, couture, or something unboxably original, watch as the designers' visions come to life. Hosted by @dkgreysenpai!

Are you ready to hit the stage? Every year, dozens of talented cosplayers bring their best to the main stage, and we can’t wait to see what you’ve been working on. Our judges will be looking for top-tier craftsmanship, stage presence, overall best performance. Think you’ve got what it takes to take home the gold? We’ll find out this October in Richmond, VA

Order in the court! Your favorite (and most problematic) anime characters & arcs are on trial.
We’re putting anime’s most chaotic characters under the spotlight. Each case brings a new defendant, an accusation, and fan attorneys ready to battle it out.
One defends. One prosecutes. The crowd is the jury — and their verdict is final.

Are you ready to hit the stage? Every year, dozens of talented cosplayers bring their best to the main stage, and we can’t wait to see what you’ve been working on. Our judges will be looking for top-tier craftsmanship, stage presence, overall best performance. Think you’ve got what it takes to take home the gold? We’ll find out this October in Richmond, VA

Enter your fully healed color tattoos into the contest!

- Fully healed color tattoos under 5"
- Must be more than 50% color
- $15 per entry
- Must present ticket to get on stage
- Sign up ends 15 minutes prior to the category start time

Enter your fully healed color tattoos into the contest!

- Fully healed color tattoos under 5"
- Must be more than 50% color
- $15 per entry
- Must present ticket to get on stage
- Sign up ends 15 minutes prior to the category start time

Enter your fully healed large color tattoos into the contest!

- Fully healed color tattoos over 5"
- Must be more than 50% color
- $15 per entry
- Must present ticket to get on stage
- Sign up ends 15 minutes prior to the category start time

Enter your fully healed large color tattoos into the contest!

- Fully healed color tattoos over 5"
- Must be more than 50% color
- $15 per entry
- Must present ticket to get on stage
- Sign up ends 15 minutes prior to the category start time

Enter your fresh Kawaii themed tattoos into the contest!

- Must be fresh - done that day
- $15 per entry
- Must present ticket to get on stage
- Sign up ends 15 minutes prior to the category start time

Enter your healed black and grey tattoos into the contest!

- Fully healed tattoos only
- Must be less than 50% color
- $15 per entry
- Must present ticket to get on stage
- Sign up ends 15 minutes prior to the category start time

Enter your healed black and grey tattoos into the contest!

- Fully healed tattoos only
- Must be less than 50% color
- $15 per entry
- Must present ticket to get on stage
- Sign up ends 15 minutes prior to the category start time

Enter your fresh Pokémon themed tattoos into the contest!

- Must include a Pokémon, character, or symbolism from the Pokémon series
- Must be fresh - done that day
- $15 per entry
- Must present ticket to get on stage
- Sign up ends 15 minutes prior to the category start time

Enter your fresh Kawaii themed tattoos into the contest!

- Must be fresh - done that day
- $15 per entry
- Must present ticket to get on stage
- Sign up ends 15 minutes prior to the category start time

Enter your fresh Kawaii themed tattoos into the contest!

- Must be fresh - done that day
- $15 per entry
- Must present ticket to get on stage
- Sign up ends 15 minutes prior to the category start time

Enter your fresh Studio Ghibli themed tattoos into the contest!

- Must include a character or symbolism from the Studio Ghibli series
- Must be fresh - done that day
- $15 per entry
- Must present ticket to get on stage
- Sign up ends 15 minutes prior to the category start time

Enter your fresh Pokémon themed tattoos into the contest!

- Must include a Pokémon, character, or symbolism from the Pokémon series
- Must be fresh - done that day
- $15 per entry
- Must present ticket to get on stage
- Sign up ends 15 minutes prior to the category start time

Enter your fresh Pokémon themed tattoos into the contest!

- Must include a Pokémon, character, or symbolism from the Pokémon series
- Must be fresh - done that day
- $15 per entry
- Must present ticket to get on stage
- Sign up ends 15 minutes prior to the category start time

Enter your fresh black and grey tattoos into the contest!

- Fresh black and grey tattoos under 5" - done that day
- Must be less than 50% color
- $15 per entry
- Must present ticket to get on stage
- Sign up ends 15 minutes prior to the category start time

New to the con? Came solo? Just want to meet more anime fans?
This is your panel.
We’re turning the floor into a full-on mixer with anime-themed Human Bingo sheets and speed friending rounds to help you find your people fast.
Walk around, fill your bingo card with shared obsessions, and dive into fun, low-key convos with other fans who just get it.
Whether you're looking for a cosplay partner, a tattoo inspo buddy, or your new con bestie — this is where it starts.

Enter your fresh Studio Ghibli themed tattoos into the contest!

- Must include a character or symbolism from the Studio Ghibli series
- Must be fresh - done that day
- $15 per entry
- Must present ticket to get on stage
- Sign up ends 15 minutes prior to the category start time

Enter your fresh color tattoos into the contest!

- Fresh color tattoos under 5" - done that day
- Must be more than 50% color
- $15 per entry
- Must present ticket to get on stage
- Sign up ends 15 minutes prior to the category start time

Think you know anime? Step up and prove it.
We’re bringing the classic Jeopardy format with a full anime twist — categories across all genres, decades, and fandoms. Contestants compete live for prizes. Pick your team captain and join the battle!
Whether you're on stage or in the crowd, this one's fast, fun, and full of chaos.

Enter your fresh Studio Ghibli themed tattoos into the contest!

- Must include a character or symbolism from the Studio Ghibli series
- Must be fresh - done that day
- $15 per entry
- Must present ticket to get on stage
- Sign up ends 15 minutes prior to the category start time

Enter your fresh color tattoos into the contest!

- Fresh color tattoos under 5" - done that day
- Must be more than 50% color
- $15 per entry
- Must present ticket to get on stage
- Sign up ends 15 minutes prior to the category start time

Bring your phone, bring your brain, and get ready to tap fast — it’s Kahoot time!
We’re running a series of crowd-favorite anime games:
• The ultimate anime trivia showdown
• A wild round of anime tattoo guessing
• And the hilarious “Guess the Anime from a Bad Description”
It’s all family-friendly, high-energy, and open to everyone. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just here for the chaos, come play, laugh, and maybe even win some prizes.

The takes are hot. The crowd is louder. And only one will survive.
First, we’ll scout the room for the boldest anime takes — no mid opinions allowed.
If your take passes the sniff test, you’ll get to face the ultimate judge: the crowd.
One by one, challengers drop their takes and put their taste to the test. The crowd decides who gets cooked and who claims the glory.
Last one standing wins bragging rights — and a special prize.
Think your anime opinion can handle the heat? Step into the gauntlet.

Enter your fresh color tattoos into the contest!

- Fresh color tattoos under 5" - done that day
- Must be more than 50% color
- $15 per entry
- Must present ticket to get on stage
- Sign up ends 15 minutes prior to the category start time

Enter your fresh black and grey tattoos into the contest!

- Fresh black and grey tattoos under 5" - done that day
- Must be less than 50% color
- $15 per entry
- Must present ticket to get on stage
- Sign up ends 15 minutes prior to the category start time

Enter your fresh large color tattoos into the contest!

- Fresh color tattoos over 5" - done that day
- Must be more than 50% color
- $15 per entry
- Must present ticket to get on stage
- Sign up ends 15 minutes prior to the category start time

Enter your fresh black and grey tattoos into the contest!

- Fresh black and grey tattoos under 5" - done that day
- Must be less than 50% color
- $15 per entry
- Must present ticket to get on stage
- Sign up ends 15 minutes prior to the category start time

Enter your fresh black and grey tattoos into the contest!

- Fresh black and grey tattoos over 5" - done that day
- Must be less than 50% color
- $15 per entry
- Must present ticket to get on stage
- Sign up ends 15 minutes prior to the category start time

Enter your fresh tattoos into the contest!

- Fresh tattoos - must be done at Anime Ink Con
- $15 per entry
- Must present ticket to get on stage
- Sign up ends 15 minutes prior to the category start time

Two teams. One character pool. No mercy.
In this high-stakes 2v2 showdown, teams take turns banning and drafting anime characters to build the ultimate squad.
You pick your roster. The crowd picks the winner.
Think you’ve got the best taste in anime? Step on stage and prove it — or sit back, scream your opinions, and roast their picks from the safety of the audience.

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Enter your fresh large color tattoos into the contest!

- Fresh color tattoos over 5" - done that day
- Must be more than 50% color
- $15 per entry
- Must present ticket to get on stage
- Sign up ends 15 minutes prior to the category start time

Enter your fresh large black and grey tattoos into the contest!

- Fresh black and grey tattoos over 5" - must be done that day
- Must be less than 50% color
- $15 per entry
- Must present ticket to get on stage
- Sign up ends 15 minutes prior to the category start time

Enter your fresh collaboration tattoos into the contest!

- Fresh color tattoos only - done that day
- $15 per entry
- Must present ticket to get on stage
- Sign up ends 15 minutes prior to the category start time

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Enter your fresh large color tattoos into the contest!

- Fresh color tattoos over 5" - done that day
- Must be more than 50% color
- $15 per entry
- Must present ticket to get on stage
- Sign up ends 15 minutes prior to the category start time

Enter your fresh black and grey tattoos into the contest!

- Fresh black and grey tattoos - must be done that day
- Must be less than 50% color
- $15 per entry
- Must present ticket to get on stage
- Sign up ends 15 minutes prior to the category start time

Enter your fresh collaboration tattoos into the contest!

- Fresh color tattoos only - done that day
- $15 per entry
- Must present ticket to get on stage
- Sign up ends 15 minutes prior to the category start time

Enter your fresh color tattoos into the contest!

- Fresh color tattoos - must be done that day
- Must be more than 50% color
- $15 per entry
- Must present ticket to get on stage
- Sign up ends 15 minutes prior to the category start time

Enter your fresh black and grey tattoos into the contest!

- Fresh black and grey tattoos - must be done that day
- Must be less than 50% color
- $15 per entry
- Must present ticket to get on stage
- Sign up ends 15 minutes prior to the category start time

Enter your fresh color tattoos into the contest!

- Fresh color tattoos - must be done that day
- Must be more than 50% color
- $15 per entry
- Must present ticket to get on stage
- Sign up ends 15 minutes prior to the category start time