Rynaga

Linda “Rynaga” Tran is a current healthcare field worker and has been working in this industry for at least 7 years now. Her first cosplay was in 2007 dressing up as a Lolita and an original Naruto character. She took a break from cosplay to focus on schooling. When she settled in her career, Linda went back into cosplay in 2019 and attended several conventions throughout the year. After watching costume contests and interacting with more cosplayers, it motivated her to focus on cosplay as a hobby. She also learned cosplay photography and enjoys that hobby as well.

2:00 PM | Location: Sooner A

Cosplaying On a Budget

Champagne wishes and caviar dreams on a ramen budget? No problem! With these budget-conscious creative tips, you too can create diamond-tier cosplay with coal (well, maybe some thrifted pieces and duct tape to start).

Moderator: TattedSith Cosplay

Panelists: Buck Berlin, Julie Barrett, MadiHatter, Rynaga, TattedSith Cosplay

Tracks: Cosplay, Costuming & Fashion

4:00 PM | Location: Outside Boomer A - Rascals Den Photo Booth

Rascals at Photo Booth

Get your picture taken with the Neon Rascals at their den in the Exhibitors Hall. (1 hour)

Tracks: Autographs, Meetup

6:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma HIJ presented by Robot House

Opening Ceremonies

Soonercon 31's official opening. Emcee John Eads/Jim Shorts will Declare Our Independence!

Moderator: John Eads/Jim Shorts

Panelists: Brent Amberger AKA Goobertown Hobbies, Caleb Haldane, Chaz Kemp, Christina Dark Cosplay, Daniel Soto, Dark Side Cosplay, James Farr, John Eads/Jim Shorts, John Scalzi, Kevin Dilmore, Larry Nemecek, Loretta McKibben, Matthew Cavanaugh, Red Bard, RedWebb Cosplay, Rynaga, Tiffany Gordon Cosplay

Tracks: General Interest, Meetup

2:00 PM | Location: Outside Boomer A - Rascals Den Photo Booth

Rascals at Photo Booth

Get your picture taken with the Neon Rascals at their den in the Exhibitors Hall. (2 hours.)

Tracks: Autographs, Meetup

11:00 AM | Location: Outside Boomer A - Rascals Den Photo Booth

Rascals at Photo Booth

Get your picture taken with the Neon Rascals at their den in the Exhibitors Hall. (1 hour)

Tracks: Autographs, Meetup

1:00 PM | Location: University C

Cutthroat Iron Cosplay

The showdown returns! Four cosplayers have 30 minutes to quick-construct the best costume with the provided materials. Basic cosplay materials are provided along with some not-so basic options to use, as well as a secret theme and required materials. The audience is the judge of this creative contest. May the best cosplay win! (Supplies provided. 2 hours.)

Moderator: Buck Berlin

Panelists: Buck Berlin, Hall of Femme, Lollalotus, Rynaga, Whitney Sews

Tracks: Cosplay, Costuming & Fashion, Gaming, Maker, Art, Pop Culture & Entertainment

4:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma HIJ presented by Robot House