If you ever wanted to see an Anime/Manga/Videogame character take on (and defeat) another character from a different series, here's your chance: Cosplay Chess returns to Manifest 2008! As the name of the game suggests, two teams go head-to-head in a battle of wits, with a twist: the chess pieces are replaced by two groups of cosplayers. Get ready for the fun and craziness that is Cosplay Chess!

A detailed list of the rules, as well as the list of available and occupied positions for the games, can be found at the forum topic

This is updated often, so please check regularly!

Should you have any queries, please post them in the topic. Alternatively, you can contact the Cosplay Chess co-ordinator (.baorin//LEE) via PM or email him at

To apply as a Captain/Player, an Assistant or a Chess Piece (or a Reserve):
- You may apply by posting on the forums or emailing your application.
- You must fill in all details in the form provided (see below).
- Please check the first post in the forum topic (link above) to see the latest list of availabilities.

To apply as a Captain/Player, please use the form below [Captain/Player spots no longer available]:
The nickname you'd like to use on-the-day:
Team Name (leave this blank and the default name will be the nickname that you provided):
Character (if applicable):

If a Captain/Player has no preference for Captain's Assistant, other people may apply for the position or we'll assign one to you. Otherwise, to apply as a Captain's Assistant, please use the form below:
The nickname you'd like to use on-the-day:
Which team you'll be part of (Team ilazkikun, Team Clyde, Team Fade or The Psykotics):
Character (if applicable):

When applying for Chess Piece positions (Reserves use this form too), please use this form/format below:
The nickname you'd like to use on-the-day:
Preferred day of participation:
Character:
Series that it appears in:
Preferred Piece:
Fighting Assistant (if required):
Character Picture (for reference; please submit a link):

To apply as a Volunteer:
- Please register in the Volunteers section and list in the form that you wish to volunteer for Cosplay Chess. This way, you'll also receive any benefits being an official Manifest volunteer has to offer.