Ryucon 2026 Guests

...serving as a reference point for both new viewers and veterans of the galaxy far, far away.

Grzegorz "Dakann" Barański - founder of Holocron and the main creator of the channel. Describing himself as a "dinosaur of the Polish internet", he has been analyzing George Lucas's saga for decades, building one of the most engaged communities in the country around it. His substantive knowledge and distance to pop culture reality have become the foundation of the project's success.

Dominik Pajewski - music journalist, vocalist of the band Gorgonzolla, and a devoted Star Wars enthusiast. He joined the crew at the end of 2024, bringing a fresh perspective and journalistic integrity to the Holocron universe.

Together they host the HoloTalk podcast, where they uncompromisingly review the latest Disney productions, analyze trends, and discuss broadly understood pop culture.

During Ryucon, Grzegorz and Dominik invite you to an interactive panel in the form of a live podcast with audience participation, and to meet them at the Guest Corner!

Their podcast grew out of a need to share all those strange, often forgotten elements of culture that circulate somewhere outside the mainstream. Over time, it has become a space for conversations about nostalgia for the 90s and 2000s, 'B-list' phenomena, and content that simultaneously entertains, intrigues and leaves you feeling slightly unsatisfied… or uneasy.

They don’t try to be an encyclopaedia of knowledge or 'armchair experts' - their strength lies in their authenticity. They chat as if with friends, without filters or pretension, so listeners quickly feel part of the conversation. It is precisely this laid-back vibe, combined with a keen sense of the atmosphere, that makes Tytanowy Cast appeal to people who like to venture where the internet becomes a little more… unconventional.

During Ryucon, together with Dama Kier, they will host a series of panels dedicated to internet culture and phenomena that often exist somewhere on its fringes.

Her work focuses on phenomena such as violence, pathologies and dysfunctional relationships, which often take on non-obvious forms in the online world. She is interested not only in what we see on the surface, but above all in why such content is created in the first place and why it is able to engage such a large audience.

In late 2025, she published the book The House of Euphoria, in which she explores her interests in topics at the intersection of psychology and the darker aspects of reality. At the same time, alongside Tytanowy Cast, she is involved in educational activities - leading meetings and lectures on phenomena present on the internet and their impact on audiences.

At Ryucon, together with Tytanowy Cast, she will lead panels which, in an accessible, conversational style, will introduce participants to the less obvious facets of internet culture.

She is open to different franchises and characters as she finds the variety very exciting. She enjoys sharing her knowledge and passion with her community to inspire others to be creative as well. Her experience has allowed her to appear as a cosplay guest and judge at numerous conventions, and to work on projects for Bethesda and EA.

In 2025, she represented Poland at the International Cosplay League finals in the Solo category, giving her a perfect understanding of both the emotions of the stage and the perspective of a judge evaluating costumes from the inside. Her cosplays combine craftsmanship, a sense of form and immense attention to detail, and Lynx herself has been keen to share her knowledge on social media and in materials showcasing the costume-making process for years.

Aside from cosplay, she also works in painting and art conservation as @annarottau. On a daily basis, she works with art and teaches students at the Warsaw Academy of Fine Arts how to work with copies of old masters, so… yes, your stitching, finishes and painting will be under a truly expert eye.

At Ryucon, Lynx will join the jury of the International Cosplay League, where she will judge participants competing for a trip to Spain. You’ll also meet her in the Cosplay Corner, where there’ll be a chance to chat about craftsmanship, competitions and everything that makes cosplay stop being ‘just a hobby’ and start feeling like a full-blown dragon obsession. 🐉

What he values most is the moment when an idea saved on a phone screen begins to truly exist - glowing, moving and looking as if it has been pulled straight out of a game or film.

In 2025, he represented Poland at the International Cosplay League finals in Madrid - one of the largest international cosplay competitions organised by Japan Weekend.

His projects show that modern cosplay increasingly resembles a small special effects laboratory. Printed elements, electronics, hand-built props and refined details are not just extras for him, but a natural part of the creative process. And he definitely belongs to those people who, instead of saying “that’s enough”… add yet more glowing elements.

At Ryucon, you’ll meet him and his partner at the Cosplay Corner, where you’ll have the chance to chat about crafting, cosplay competitions, the technical aspects of costume-making, and the journey from his first projects to representing Poland on the international stage.

Her projects have been awarded and recognised at events including PGA, Magnificon and Mokon, and she herself has qualified for the finals of prestigious competitions such as the International Cosplay League and Extreme Cosplay Gathering. At the same time, she has been co-creating the biggest cosplay events in Poland for years - some participants may recognise her from hosting the Pyrkon Masquerade or previous editions of Ryucon.

AsgardianFraud is known for her immense stage energy, sharp wit and ability to turn a cosplay competition into a full-fledged show. As she herself says - whether she’s standing in front of the stage, on stage or behind the scenes, she always has something to say.

During Ryucon, she will host the Ryucon Cosplay Dragons, International Cosplay League and Debut contests. Offstage, you’ll also find her at her own stand on Level A, where you can pick up prints, chat about cosplay, contests and the backstage of stage events, or simply get to know the person who has seen more cosplay crises than many an organiser.

In 2025, she was named Runner-up in the Polish qualifiers for the World Cosplay Summit - one of the most prestigious cosplay competitions in the world. Thanks to this, she is well acquainted with both the excitement of stage performances and the stress of finalising a costume literally moments before stepping onto the stage.

At Ryucon, she will join the jury for the Debut competition, where she will judge the first steps of new cosplayers embarking on their stage adventure. You’ll also be able to meet her during the Meet & Greet at the Cosplay Corner on Friday - the perfect place to chat about cosplay, League of Legends, and all those projects that start with “this will be a quick cosplay” and end in days of crafting chaos.

She has numerous competition successes to her name - in 2017 she won both first place and the audience award at AnimeFest, and in 2024 she won the qualifiers for the Cosplay Champion Cup, thanks to which she represented the Czech Republic at the European final of the CCC 2025. She returned from the competition with an impressive third place.

Since 2017, she has also regularly served on the judging panels of cosplay competitions in the Czech Republic, Slovakia and Poland. Her experience extends not only to the competition stage but also to collaborations on prestigious photography events for cosplayers, such as Fotocon and Pixelmania in Poland, Volta in Italy and Picvet in Switzerland.

At Ryucon, Lena will join the jury of the Debut competition, where she will judge new talents taking their first steps on the cosplay scene. You’ll also find her at her own stand on Level A - the perfect place to chat about cosplay, get an autograph, buy prints, or simply see just how much glitter one person can fit on.

She feels most at home working with sewing, her own garment construction, EVA foam and resin casts. When choosing a character, she is guided primarily by the design, her emotional attachment to the characters, and the visual potential of the project. Her achievements include second place at Magnificon Winter for her Melinoe cosplay from the game Hades II and first place for the best cosplay scene at the Tsuru convention.

Outside the cosplay scene, she is also professionally involved in costume design and set design. She is a graduate of the Magdalena Abakanowicz University of Arts in Poznań, where she specialises in theatrical costume design. She has collaborated on student productions and designed and made costumes for the opera “Cosi Fan Tutte” staged at the Polish Dance Theatre in Poznań.

In her spare time, she is fascinated by the history of clothing and sewing - particularly the aesthetics of the Belle Époque and the Edwardian era. She is also interested in singing, plays the violin from time to time, and spends far too much time playing computer games.

During Ryucon, Kumi will join the jury for the Debut competition and will also appear at the Meet & Greet in the Cosplay Corner, where you’ll be able to chat with her about cosplay, costume design and everything that starts with ‘I’ll make a simple outfit’ and ends with weeks of crafting.

Her work stands out for its distinctive atmosphere inspired by Eastern aesthetics – full of refined details, atmospheric lighting and compositions that balance between subtle cosplay and more sensual photography. In her work, she combines both light, sweet stylings and bolder projects, always prioritising aesthetics, atmosphere and the refinement of every element.

Akariia emphasises that cosplay has been more than just a hobby for her from the very beginning. That is why she is keen to share her knowledge and experience with other creators. Ryucon also holds a special place in her history, as it was one of the first events she attended as a novice cosplayer. She is all the more delighted that, on the very 10th anniversary of her career, she will be appearing at the event as a guest.

During Ryucon, you’ll find her in the Child-free zone, where you’ll be able to chat, take a photo, get some prints, and see the materials and projects she’s prepared.

She has won numerous awards at cosplay competitions across Poland and has represented the country at the GICOF Championships finals. Over the years, she has made a name for herself not only as a participant in the cosplay scene, but also as a judge, workshop leader and speaker on craft, sewing and techniques used in cosplay.

Her expertise has been on display at events such as Pyrkon, PGA and previous editions of Ryucon, where she has frequently judged competition performances and costumes. Thanks to her design training and many years of experience, she pays attention to both the aesthetics of the costume and the quality of its construction, as well as creative technical solutions.

During Ryucon 2026, Endzii will join the jury of Ryucon Cosplay Dragons – an international cosplay competition in which participants from Poland and abroad will compete for victory on the dragon stage. Outside the competition, you’ll also find her at the stand on Level A, where you’ll be able to chat about cosplay, crafting and the behind-the-scenes work involved in making costumes.

In his projects, he attaches great importance not only to the technical execution of the costumes, but also to fully embodying the character and his stage presentation. It is the adrenaline of performing and the opportunity to tell stories on stage that he considers to be among the most important elements of cosplay. For several years now, he has also been sharing his experience as a judge at cosplay competitions – both in Poland and abroad.

Aside from his competition work, Kanto is also actively developing projects related to the fandom and cosplay community. He is the founder of Project:League – one of the most recognisable League of Legends-inspired villages in Poland, which has been a regular feature at the country’s biggest events and conventions since 2019.

At Ryucon, you’ll find him on the judging panel of the Ryucon Cosplay Dragons competition, where he’ll be judging the contestants battling it out on the dragon stage. Outside the competition, you’ll also find him at his own stand on Level A, where you’ll have the chance to chat about cosplay, the scene and crafting, and pick up some of his prints.

In the same year, she represented Poland at the International Cosplay League finals in Spain, and went on to achieve further successes on the competition circuit. Her greatest achievement remains her victory in the international Cosplay World Masters competition, one of the most renowned cosplay competitions in the world, whose finals are held in Portugal.

In her projects, she pays particular attention to sewing, garment construction and corsetry. Rather than following trends, she focuses on her own interpretation of characters and solutions that allow her to develop her craft. It is precisely this creative freedom and the opportunity to break away from established patterns that she values most in cosplay.

During Ryucon 2026, Nabia will join the jury of the Ryucon Cosplay Dragons competition, where she will judge participants competing in the event’s main cosplay contest. You will also be able to meet her at the Cosplay Corner to discuss competitions, costume-making techniques and her experiences on the international cosplay scene.

Her repertoire includes both humorous and characterful performances inspired by pop culture, as well as classic burlesque acts featuring impressive fans, striking costumes and spectacular props. Every performance is a blend of charisma, confidence, theatricality and a huge amount of glitter.

Lady Fox is also the organiser of numerous burlesque events, such as Nerdlesque Night in Warsaw, Burlesque Night in Surowiec, the Late Night Show at Karczma Wrzos, and the creator of the Ustroń Burlesque Festival. She performs regularly in Poland and abroad, infecting audiences with her energy and love for this unique art form.

At Ryucon, she will appear as a guest in the Child-free Zone and prove that burlesque can be elegant, daring, funny and absolutely unforgettable all at once.

Her most recognizable project is "Fandomiarze" ("Fandomers") - a comic series that originated from her popular animated social media shorts. The project gained a dedicated following thanks to its sharp observations, distinctive sense of humor, and ability to capture the kinds of situations familiar to almost anyone who has attended a convention or fan event. In 2025, the series was also released in print as a comic book.

Makowe Arty's work extends beyond comics. Through her social media channels, she regularly shares convention reports, comments on trends within fandom culture, and publishes illustrations inspired by anime, manga, games, and Asian pop culture. Over the years, she has built an active community of followers who eagerly relate to the stories, jokes, and experiences depicted in her work.

During Ryucon, you will be able to meet Maka in person at her booth on Level A, chat about the creation of Fandomiarze, get an autograph, and browse her artwork and publications.

We also invite you to attend her author meet-up on Friday at 21:00 in the Akane Room. The session will cover comic creation, building an online creative career, fandom culture, and the process of turning everyday convention experiences into stories that resonate with thousands of fans.

If you have ever returned from a convention with a story so absurd that nobody believed it actually happened, chances are Maka has already turned something similar into a comic.

His content appeals both to fans of B-movies and to anyone who enjoys discovering pop culture from a fresh perspective.

As the creator of the Brody z Kosmosu YouTube channel and the Koszmarne Horrory ("Nightmarish Horrors") podcast, Julian explores everything from '80s slashers and bizarre cult classics to anime, comics, and everything in between. Where most people see chaos, he finds inspiration, hidden meanings, and fascinating context. It's often joked that he can convince anyone to watch a movie rated... 3/10.

Whether you're interested in cult horror films, brutal anime, or movies that seem like complete disasters at first glance, Brody z Kosmosu will show you that pop culture is always far more fascinating than it appears.

He became widely known as a judge in the first season of LEGO Masters Poland, where he evaluated contestants' creativity, technical skills, and originality. He is also the founder and organizer of KLOCKON, one of Poland's largest conventions dedicated to brick-building enthusiasts, bringing together impressive fan creations, exhibitors, and collectors from across the country.

Through his YouTube channel and social media, Brodaty Geek showcases unique sets, rare collectibles, and fascinating stories from the world of brick building. His famous "brick attic" continues to grow every month, and since 2025 he has also been collecting Hot Wheels, proving that childhood passions can keep growing right alongside us.

During Ryucon, you'll have the opportunity to meet Brodaty Geek in person, chat about collecting, building custom creations, and discover how a lifelong hobby can evolve into a full-time career. Whether you're an experienced builder or simply curious about the hobby, you're sure to leave inspired.

Because in Brodaty Geek's world, there's one simple rule: you never outgrow building bricks - you just need bigger shelves for your collection. 🧱

Her portfolio includes titles such as Shelter 69, Pocket Waifu: Rekindled, Passion Rift, and My Femboy Roommate, developed in collaboration with SOFTBOI Games. Through her work, static illustrations become dynamic, expressive characters, adding personality, emotion, and fluid movement to the player experience.

Outside the world of adult game development, Shiroi has been an active member of the cosplay community for many years. Besides creating her own cosplays, she is also the organizer of Pixelmania, an international cosplay photography event that brings together photographers and cosplayers from across Europe.

During Ryucon, you will be able to meet Shiroi in the Child-free Zone, where she will be happy to talk about 2D animation, Live2D, the behind-the-scenes process of creating adult games, and the journey from a simple illustration to a fully animated character.

Whether you're interested in animation, game development, digital art, or cosplay, meeting Shiroi offers a unique opportunity to discover a fascinating side of the creative industry that usually remains behind the scenes.