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Andriana Achilleos


Andriana Achilleos has always loved art but never thought about pursuing it professionally until she accidentally ended up in a graphic design course in high school, due to the course she wanted to follow this fully.

After studying graphic design her passion for art grew even more, finishing GCE in contemporary art and with that she ended up studying illustration at university abroad in the UK.

Now her goals are to get the chance to illustrate for books, games and for music videos, as well as taking any opportunity to be creative and learn anything she can.

You can find more of her work here

Anestis Mavrommatis Parasidis


Anestis Mavrommatis Parasidis is a self-taught artist. He was born in 1994 in Thessaloniki, Greece. He is a graduate of the Department of History & Archaeology of the Faculty of Philosophy of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. In 2012 he started creating illustrations and comics. Since then, he has taken part in several exhibitions and festivals around Greece and Europe. 

He has self-published two comic books, “Inner Forest” (2021) and “Flies” (2023). In 2022 “Inner Forest” was awarded as the best illustrated self-published comic book and in 2023 “Flies” as the best self-published comic book, both from Chaniartoon International Comics & Animation Festival.

The last couple of years he has been absorbed in making engravings and learning more things about printing. His designs are also screen-printed on t-shirts. 

Anestis is passionate about fantastic worlds and imaginary creatures. Among other things, he loves sketching jesters, grotesque daemons, gnomes, frogs and mushrooms. He loves wandering around forests and collecting illustrated books and comics.

You can find his work here and on Instagram  Facebook

Anastasia Nicolaou


Anastasia Nicolaou a.k.a tasiadraws, is a 2D and 3D artist from Cyprus who loves creating characters, especially femme fatales!

She studied Game Art at Falmouth University and has worked as a 3D designer for mobile games. Her style is mainly stylized with a pinch of realism and juicy highlights.

She is a sucker for pop culture including movies, fashion and makeup as well as comics, from where she draws her inspiration.

Anastasia is currently working towards creating stickers and stationery while hoping to create her own series of comics in the near future.


You can find her works on her website here and on social media Instagram  Facebook  X  TikTok

Alexa Batzanopoulou


Auntie Blue Fox, or Merian, is a Greek, self-taught artist living in Athens. She started her career as a graphic designer in 2012, but she was never satisfied with focusing on only one thing; she kept digging into the immense world of art.

She is an avid reader, tea enthusiast and has a soft spot for whales, cows, horses and adorable, little rats. She is intrigued by all things dark and mystical and enjoys the silence of a cold, rainy evening by the windowsill.

You can find more about her works on Instagram

Special Guest: Horo Von Kaida


The Queen of Greek Cosplay and Gaming!

Horo Von Kaida

Special Guest for Cyprus Comic Con 2024

We are beyond excited to welcome Horo Von Kaida once again! Horo is a powerhouse in the world of cosplay and gaming. As Greece’s most celebrated cosplayer and a global influencer, Horo brings a unique blend of creativity, expertise, and inspiration.

Maria Lazou, popularly known as Horo Von Kaida, is not just a name—she embodies a brand, a lifestyle, and a powerful force in the realms of cosplay and gaming. Hailing from Greece, Horo stands as the nation’s most acclaimed cosplayer and ranks 5th in views among Greek content creators. Her impact, however, reaches far beyond her homeland.

The Cosplay Odyssey

Horo is a virtuoso in crafting detailed armor sets inspired by video games, constantly exploring new materials, tools, and techniques. Her cosplay journey has been nothing short of spectacular. From her dream-fulfilled appearance at the International Cosplay Show of MAGIC Kyoto in Japan to her elegant participation in Monaco’s Magic International Cosplay Masters, she has seen and done it all. Horo is more than a guest at conventions; she frequently serves as a jury member for competitions, hosts events like the HALL OF GAMES in Thessaloniki, and leads workshops at international venues such as ExpOtaku in Spain, Advík in the Czech Republic, and Comics Salón & AnimeSHOW in Slovakia.

Beyond Cosplay

Horo’s expertise extends beyond cosplay. She is a celebrated gaming icon and a top-tier influencer, collaborating with industry leaders like Riot Games, Logitech, SteelSeries, and Razer. With a following of 171K across Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, and Twitch, Horo is a streaming phenomenon. She streams daily and holds partnerships with Twitch and Discord.

Her notable projects include the Crystal Rose Sona collaboration with Riot Games for the League of Legends European Championship Finals in Athens and her role as a gamecaster at GameAthlon Winter 2020, Greece’s largest gaming convention. Additionally, she was invited to Disney’s Thor: Love & Thunder Influencers Event & Special Screening in London, UK, representing Feelgood Entertainment.

Stay Connected

Follow Horo Von Kaida on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitch for the latest updates on her life and upcoming appearances. Whether you’re a seasoned cosplayer, a gaming enthusiast, or someone seeking daily inspiration, Horo Von Kaida offers a unique blend of creativity, expertise, and engaging content that captivates audiences worldwide.