Contests

Put your building skills to the test! We have three categories this year to choose from:

• Box Build: Kits that are built right out of the box. No lining, no added details. Decals/foils/and stickers allowed.
• Custom Build: Lets see your creativity shine. From creative color changes to smaller detail adjustments, we want to see it all.
• Master Build: Want to push your Custom Build to the max? This is the category for you! Dioromas, advanced painting and weathering techniques, kitbashing, lighting, and any other unique model building skill you can show off.

Disclaimers and Rules:

1. This is a mecha model kit building contest. All mecha based models are accepted such as Gundam, Evangelion, AppleSeed Mechs, etc. All non-mecha model entries (planes, cars, space ships, tanks etc.) will be disqualified.
2. We will accept garage-build/kit-bashed mecha kits for the contests as long as most of the parts come from plastic model kits that are cut off runners. Entries such as these will only be accepted in the master build category.
3. Mecha Girl kits will be accepted as long as they are mostly mecha and built from plastic model kits that are cut off runners. While we love all models and would love to see yours, this is a mecha only competition and any other entry will be disqualified.
4. Resin & 3D printed modifications will be accepted as long as the majority of the kit is built from a plastic model kit that is cut off runners. These entries should be entered in the custom or master build category.
5. All dioramas must be entered into the master build category.
6. Contestants under the age of 18 will be required to have an adult with them at registration and pickup. A photo ID is required for all submissions.

**For questions regarding submissions, please email us at momoconbuildshop@gmail.com.

How to enter

• Entries must be submitted directly at the Build Area inside the Vendor Hall starting at open on Friday, May 24th, 2024 until Sunday, May 26th, 2024 at 12:00pm EST.
• You will be required to fill out a form on drop off. Submissions without forms will be disqualified.
• Judging will be held on Sunday just before the vendor hall closes. Our judges include our wonderful guests, Nordic and Studio So-Ru, as well as Pro-Builder Leviathan Prime.

Judging Parameters

Entries will be judged on the following criteria:

Construction (Used for all models)
– Any glue or adhesive used should not be visible (15pt.)
– Even sanding, no scratches, and no leftover nubs (15pt.)
– Removed seams with no visible gaps between parts that are supposed to be flush (15pt.)
– Decal or stickers with accurate placement & no lifting (15pt.)

Finish (Custom & Master only)
– Smooth paint finish and topcoat free from fingerprints, orange peel, and unintentional defects (5pt.)
– Decals or dry transfers free from silvering with film eliminated as though markings appear painted on(5pt.)
– Advanced paint techniques such as shading, fading, candy coatings, color shift pigments (5pt.)
– Panel lines applied evenly and neatly (5pt.)

Technical / Modifications (Custom & Master only)
– Physical modification (scribed panel lines, photo etch, drilled weapon barrels, etc.) (5pt.)
– Electronic modification integrated thoughtfully (lights, sounds, motion, etc.) (5pt.)
– Accurately painted weathering/damage (weathering should not be used to attempt to hide flaws in construction or finishing) or clean/factory finish (5pt.)
– Presentation making effective use of poses, stands, and diorama (5pt.)

**Box build entries will be judged on construction on a 0-60 point scale.

**Custom and master build entries will be judged on all the criteria on a 0-100 point scale.

YOU MUST PICK UP YOUR KITS BY END OF DAY MONDAY, May 27th, 2024.

Limit 5 entries per person. You may enter different categories but your total number of builds allowed is 5.

You are welcome to leave your kit(s) on display on Monday, however, we recommend picking them up no later than 3pm EST. Kits that have not been picked up by the end of day will be stored with the Build Shops materials for safety. We cannot guarantee same day pickup in these cases. While we will always do our best to care for any submitted kits, we may not have materials to ensure proper storage for abandoned kits. We are not responsible for any breakage or lost pieces. You will be required to show your ID to pickup winning kits. Kits will only be released to the person who dropped them off.

Prizes include highly sought-after kits, Con badges for 2025, and more!

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