[Encountering Cardcaptor Sakura Group at the Convention] A Day of Immersive Experience Wandering the Exhibition in a Lolita Outfit

The China International Cartoon and Animation Festival arrived as scheduled, and the venue was even more lively than expected. Although I didn't cosplay a specific anime character this time and mainly rocked an exquisite niche Lolita outfit, this didn't affect my search for happiness at the exhibition at all. After all, as a convention regular, what you wear isn't the most important; being able to meet divine cosplayers and successfully complete taking photos with cosplayers at conventions is the core fun.

After wandering around the convention venue, besides the regular booth area, the biggest surprise for me was encountering several high-restoration coser teams. For instance, the 'Cardcaptor Sakura group'—even though I wasn't wearing Cardcaptor Sakura clothes, casually joining the group's big group photo made me truly happy. The hair, makeup, and prop masters were all extremely dedicated; the details of the hairstyles, armor, and props were handled perfectly. Among them, a friend holding a bow and arrow wearing red-and-white apparel, a white-haired cosplayer holding a katana, and even a look with a silver metal helmet and massive white wings—everyone presented artwork in different styles, all possessing immense visual tension.

As a furry fan, the amount of fursuits at this convention was also a feast for my eyes. I unexpectedly met someone in a blue plush fursuit in the venue; bright blue hair paired with wild cargo pants and a crucifix necklace was coordinated both cool and cute. Meanwhile, the pink fursuit mascot next to them was also exceptionally vivid; the fluffy texture looked very soft, and this kind of gap-moe feel was truly a scene-stealer for any fursuit enthusiast. When taking photos with these fursuit masters, they were all very friendly and perfectly cooperated to strike poses fitting their settings.

During the process, I also crossed paths with another girl wearing a white Lolita dress with golden twin-tails. We simply gathered together to snap a photo, just like a pair of 'misty blue moonlight twins' sister flowers; the vibe was absolutely wonderful. Looking at us standing under the convention lights wearing nearly identical white dresses, this sense of tacit understanding between fellow hobbyists felt quite precious for our casual cosplay routine.

Of course, a convention wouldn't be complete without merchandise shopping. Before leaving, I conveniently bought a few acrylic badges of characters at a booth; they were beautifully packaged and carried great texture in hand. Whether it's an affirmation of cosplaying a role oneself or purely for collection, these small objects are highly memorable.

The scale of the convention was massive, and various booths in the halls were also built with unique characteristics. For example, I passed by a backdrop panel featuring 'The Wizard of Oz' theme elements, where everyone checked in and took photos one after another. Overall, this session of the China International Cartoon and Animation Festival was completely on point, both in terms of work coverage and the professionalism of the on-site cosplayers. Although my legs were completely numb after a whole day of wandering the exhibition, being able to meet so many outstanding cosplayers passionate about ACG in reality and fully enjoy the pure happiness of close contact with idols and companions was truly worth it. I am immensely looking forward to next year's animation festival, hoping to see even more stunning on-site presentations.