TREK THROUGH LIFE

FANDOM AT THE FINAL FRONTIER!

WORDS: JAY STOBIE

COSPLAY COLLECTIVE Assimilating knowledge and stories from Trek fandom's finest costumers… Romulans and Royalty “Star Trek was the first show I saw as a kid in France where there was a Black woman that I wanted to become when I grew up: Uhura,” recalls cosplayer Giraffe. “I love the strong female characters in Trek, this possibility of a future where everyone can shine and grow to realize their full potential. That's why I love cosplaying Star Trek women! The Romulan Commander, Uhura and her alter ego Neve, Captain Freeman, Owosekun, etc.” Giraffe is also intrigued by Romulans. “I love their complexity, cunningness and ruthlessness, and TOS is my favorite series,” emphasizes the cosplayer. “The Romulan commander is an incredible leader: she is strong, decisive, and smart. She commands the respect of everybody around her,…

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