Grab your lightsabers and dust off your capes—Armageddon Expo Wellington is here! 🎮🦸♂️ Dive into a universe where cosplay reigns, gaming marathons are mandatory, and every corner screams “geek paradise.” Whether you’re here for fandoms or photo ops, this is your hall of fame for all things pop culture!
1. Captions for the Cosplay Crusaders
- “My cosplay cost more than my rent… worth it.”
- “Strangers today, squad goals tomorrow.”
- “When in doubt, add more glitter.”
- “I’m not avoiding adulthood—I’m cosplaying as functional.”
- “This wig is 90% hairspray, 10% hope.”
- “My superpower? Walking in heels and armor.”
- “Cosplay: Because adulthood needs a cheat code.”
- “No capes? Tell that to my Instagram likes.”
- “I didn’t choose the fandom life. It chose me and my credit card.”
- “Hot glue burns are just battle scars.”
- “You can’t spell ‘iconic’ without ‘cosplay panic’.”
- “My face when someone says, ‘Who are you supposed to be?’ 😑”
- “Confidence level: Villain origin story.”
- “I’m not late—I’m fashionably dramatic.”
- “Cosplay rule #1: Never skip the photoshoot.”
- “Sewing machine: 0. Me: 47.”
- “If the shoe fits, bedazzle it.”
- “I’m 70% caffeine, 30% cosplay foam.”
- “This isn’t a costume—it’s a lifestyle.”
- “Plot twist: I’m the main character.”
- “The only thing sharper than my prop sword? My sarcasm.”
- “My cosplay is 10% skill, 90% Googling ‘how to’ at 2 AM.”
- “Cosplay is just Halloween with extra steps… and deadlines.”
- “I’m not sweating—I’m glowing with effort.”
- “When your wig survives the con: achievement unlocked.”
- “Fake weapons, real dedication.”
- “I followed a tutorial. It lied.”
- “Cosplay: Where ‘Why?’ becomes ‘Why not?!’”
- “My backup plan? Blame the character design.”
- “Dress for the job you want: intergalactic space pirate.”
Fact #1
Armageddon Expo Wellington has hosted over 100,000 fans in a single weekend—making it NZ’s largest pop culture event! 🚀
2. Gaming Glory
- “I paused my game to be here. You’re welcome.”
- “NPCs? More like Not Prepared for my Combo.”
- “My sleep schedule runs on ‘one more level’.”
- “Controller batteries: The real final boss.”
- “I’m not a gamer—I’m a quest completionist.”
- “Lag is just the universe testing my patience.”
- “My guild carries me… emotionally.”
- “Respawn, repeat, relentless.”
- “Gaming chair > Office chair.”
- “I came for the loot boxes. Stayed for the rage-quits.”
FAQs 1-5
Q1: Can I buy tickets at the door?
A: Yes, but online saves you queue-xiety!
Q2: Are props allowed?
A: Yes, if they pass safety checks (no real swords, sorry Thanos).
Q3: Is there a bag size limit?
A: Keep it con-sized—no luggage, just essentials!
Q4: Are autographs free?
A: Some are! Check schedules for paid guest signings.
Q5: Can I re-enter if I leave?
A: Yep—just keep your wristband intact!
3. Screen & Scene Buffs
- “Marathons are cardio… for your eyeballs.”
- “Spoilers are a hate crime.”
- “I’m fluent in Marvel, Star Wars, and sarcasm.”
- “Plot holes? Never heard of her.”
- “My Hogwarts house? Exhausted.”
- “I don’t binge shows—I research.”
- “This panel healed my inner child.”
- “My therapist? A fictional character.”
- “I’d survive a horror movie… probably.”
- “I’m here for the merch and moral support.”
- “Reboots are just fanfic with a budget.”
- “My personality is 70% quotes from The Office.”
- “Cancel my plans? They’re already fictional.”
- “Netflix: ‘Are you still watching?’ Me, sobbing: YES.”
- “I’d trade Wi-Fi for WiFi-Free Zone.”
- “The only ship I care about is canon.”
- “I’m not crying—the screen’s just sweaty.”
- “My life needs a post-credits scene.”
- “Fandom is my cardio.”
- “The only drama I need is on-screen.”
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Fact #2
Armageddon’s 2023 event featured a life-sized TARDIS—bigger on the inside with photo ops! 🕰️
4. Comic Book Chronicles
- “Comic sans is a crime. Comic books are life.”
- “My bank account fears new release Wednesdays.”
- “Graphic novels: Because adulthood needs pictures.”
- “I’m not arguing—I’m monologuing.”
- “Villains: Bad at plans, great at outfits.”
- “I read comics for the articles… obviously.”
- “Plot armor is my love language.”
- “Comic shops: My happy place and debt source.”
- “Superheroes don’t need sleep. Neither do I.”
- “I’d die for a cameo in issue #420.”
- “Ink smells better than perfume.”
- “Retcons are just multiverse loopholes.”
- “Comic-con: Where ‘normal’ is the real costume.”
- “I’m not a hoarder—I’m a collector.”
- “My pull list is longer than my CV.”
- “Batman’s superpower? Rich.”
- “I’d sell my soul for a first edition.”
- “Comics: Where everyone’s got issues.”
- “No spoilers—I’m still in 2012.”
- “The only crossover I need is snacks and panels.”
FAQs 6-10
Q6: Are there ATMs on-site?
A: Limited! Bring cash for indie vendors and snacks.
Q7: Can I bring my own food?
A: Yes, but con nachos are a rite of passage.
Q8: Is there a quiet zone for sensory needs?
A: Yes! Ask staff for the chill-out space.
Q9: Are strollers allowed?
A: Of course—tiny geeks welcome!
Q10: Will celebrities take selfies?
A: Some do! Check their booth rules.
5. Anime & Manga Maniacs
- “My anime backlog is my villain arc.”
- “Subtitles are my Duolingo.”
- “I don’t have favorites—just 87 tied for first.”
- “Anime logic > Real-world physics.”
- “Manga volumes: My emotional support objects.”
- “I’m not crying—it’s just rain.”
- “My spirit animal is a Studio Ghibli catbus.”
- “Plot armor? More like anime protagonist energy.”
- “I’d trade sleep for a new season.”
- “Fillers are my sleep aids.”
- “Anime Expo fit: 10% fabric, 90% dreams.”
- “I’m fluent in attack on Titan screams.”
- “My wallet after Crunchyroll: empty but happy.”
- “Cosplaying anime hair: gravity-defying.”
- “I’m here for the merch drops and existential crises.”
- “Anime OPs live in my head rent-free.”
- “My comfort character? Yes.”
- “I don’t need therapy—I need Season 2.”
- “Manga shelves: My holy grail.”
- “Anime cons: Where ‘normal’ is the real fantasy.”
Fact #3
In 2022, Armageddon broke records with a 50-foot inflatable Stay Puft Marshmallow Man—ghostbusting the competition! 🍬
6. Fantasy & Sci-Fi Fanatics
- “Reality is overrated. Beam me up.”
- “My Hogwarts letter is still delayed.”
- “I speak Elvish, Klingon, and sarcasm.”
- “Aliens exist—I met three at Panel 5B.”
- “D&D alignment: Chaotic snackish.”
- “My TBR pile is a fire hazard.”
- “Wizards, elves, and Wookiees—oh my!”
- “I’d survive a dystopia… on vibes.”
- “Sci-fi logic: Black holes are just plot devices.”
- “My spirit planet is Tatooine. Double suns, double fun.”
- “Fantasy maps > GPS.”
- “I’m not procrastinating—I’m world-building.”
- “My Patronus is a coffee cup.”
- “Space operas: Soap operas with lasers.”
- “I’d join the Rebellion for the jacket.”
- “Dystopian fiction: My prepper guide.”
- “The Force is my cardio.”
- “I’m not lost—I’m questing.”
- “My Hogwarts house? Ravenclaw and tired.”
- “Fiction is my reality upgrade.”
FAQs 11-15
Q11: Are there charging stations?
A: Yes—juice up near food courts!
Q12: Can I dress as a copyrighted character?
A: Absolutely! Cosplay is free expression.
Q13: Is there parking nearby?
A: Limited! Use public transport or arrive early.
Q14: Are there age restrictions?
A: All ages welcome, but some panels are 18+.
Q15: Can I volunteer next year?
A: Yes! Applications open post-event.
7. Con Life Wisdom
- “Hydrate or diedrate.”
- “Con crunch: Sleep is for the weak.”
- “Friendship speedrun: Complete.”
- “Prioritize: Panels > Sleep > Dignity.”
- “Your feet will hate you. Your feed will thank you.”
- “Budgeting? More like guess-ting.”
- “Con flu is the price of glory.”
- “Wifi password: worth its weight in gold.”
- “Sunscreen: Because UV rays don’t care about fandoms.”
- “See you next year—same obsession, new cosplay.”
Fact #4
Armageddon’s first event in 1997 had just 1,500 attendees—now it’s a 100k+ geek tsunami! 🌊
Final Note
Whether you’re a Jedi, a speedrunner, or just here for the memes, Armageddon Expo Wellington is where ordinary humans become legends. Tag us—we’ll be lurking (with snacks)! 🍥🎭