This panel explores the line between screen accuracy and creative freedom in cosplay. As a 501st Legion member, I’ll show how we recreate Star Wars costumes down to the smallest detail — and why that matters. We’ll compare that to traditional cosplay, where creativity and reinterpretation take centre stage. Using real examples, we’ll break down how different approaches shape the build and the experience, and most importantly, we’ll explore why both paths are valid — and what kind of builder you want to be.
