Pl3ades, is a team of Greek artists. They attended CCC 2023 with a booth and had a blast! They are looking forward to presenting new artworks and comic this year. There is a chance that they will have finished their new comic until then and will present it for the first time publicly in CCC!
You can find more about their work on Instagram
Konstantina Xenofontos (Kage Oni Art House), is a Bulgarian-Cypriot graphic designer and illustrator, currently based in Sofia, Bulgaria.
Anime and manga have been a big part of who she is for a very long time, and has always wanted to bring herself into its art community.
Konstantina has been doing anime and manga art for about 4 years. Her journey of drawing anime and manga- inspired artwork, started in traditional form (ink and paper) and for the past two years transitioned into doing digital artwork.
Her work in the field expands into commission work and personal projects and loves interacting with people online through her social platforms.
Evi Maragkou, aka a Wandering Goat! Her father is from Cyprus but she was born in Athens and is 28 years old. She lives with her cat, Akis (the chief of production) and has a degree in Nursing and a diploma as a Veterinary Assistant.
Her love for art led her to pursue a freelancing career as a cartographer. Her maps are all drawn by hand, and they are from fantasy worlds (books, games etc), historic maps, maps of her own imagination, maps of real places, all drawn with her style and touch.
Since she was a little girl, Evi remembers trying different styles and means of drawing, from pencils to watercolors, but what really captured her heart was maps. The vintage aesthetic, the history, the fantasy element, the ability to create worlds and places with only a pencil and imagination, the depiction of real life places from years ago or from today but with a touch of vintage, are only some of the things that she enjoys when she creates a map. She draws maps because it is a refuge for her soul and mind, and without them, she would feel lost. Drawing maps is her way of expressing her inner world and imagination, and through them she wants to make people experience the world inside the map, help them bring into life the worlds that they have inside them, or simply feel emotions as they look at a piece of their home town.
You can find more about her art on Instagram
The 2024 edition of Cyprus Comic Con (CCC) is set to become even more thrilling with the announcement of Leon Chiro as a Special Guest. An Italian powerhouse known for his multifaceted career, Leon Chiro is much more than a celebrated cosplayer—he is a professional wrestler, model, influencer, and ambassador in the gaming world.
A Cosplay IconLeon Chiro is a globally recognized figure in the cosplay community, having appeared as a guest at over 200 international events across more than 80 countries. His striking portrayals of iconic gaming characters have garnered him collaborations with some of the biggest names in the video game industry, including Ubisoft, Square Enix, Capcom, and Riot Games. Leon is widely known for his renditions of Claudio Serafino (from Tekken 8), All Might (My Hero One’s Justice), and Gladiolus (Final Fantasy XV). As a Genshin Impact Ambassador, he continues to expand his influence, captivating audiences with his dynamic cosplays.
Leon’s reputation goes beyond simply dressing the part; his dedication to embodying characters is evident through his intricate costume designs, attention to detail, and charismatic stage presence. Fans can expect Leon to play an integral role at CCC 2024, from judging cosplay competitions to hosting panels and engaging in exciting Q&A sessions.
In addition to his cosplay achievements, Leon Chiro is making waves in professional wrestling. Within just two years of debuting, he has become the undefeated SIW Genesis Champion, promoting Italian wrestling on the international stage. Trained under WWE Hall of Famer Rikishi at the KnokXPro Wrestling Academy in Los Angeles, Leon is now fighting for Future Stars of Wrestling (FSW) in Las Vegas.
Beyond cosplay and wrestling, Leon’s work as an influencer has further cemented his position as a central figure in geek culture. He has collaborated with prominent video game companies such as Bandai Namco, Ubisoft, and Capcom, representing beloved franchises through cosplay and promotional appearances. His ability to seamlessly transition between worlds—from gaming conventions to professional wrestling rings—has made him a unique ambassador for the entertainment industry.
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