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Meet your favorite Hollywood stars, voice actors and pop culture icons at Heroes Dutch Comic Con. From blockbuster movies and hit series to anime, gaming and fandom culture. Our special guests bring your favorite universes to life.
Attend live Q&A panels on the main stage, ask your burning questions, get an autograph or take a photo together. Whether you’re a longtime fan or visiting Comic Con for the first time, meeting a special guest is one of the most unforgettable parts of the experience.
Who are you meeting this summer?
Special Guests
Jamie Campbell Bower
Jamie Campbell Bower is a British actor and musician best known for his role as Vecna (One/Henry Creel) in Stranger Things. He has also appeared as Caius in The Twilight Saga and in major franchises like Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows and The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones. Beyond acting, Jamie is the lead singer of Counterfeit and a solo artist. Known for his versatility across film, TV, and music, he has become a fan-favorite across multiple universes.
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AUTOGRAPH €80,-
Can only be purchased on-site.
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SELFIE €90,-
Can only be purchased on-site
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PHOTOBOOTH €100,-
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MEET & GREET €200,-
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AUTOGRAPH + SELFIE COMBI €160,-
Can only be purchased on-site
Giancarlo Esposito
Giancarlo Esposito is an American actor best known for his role as Gus Fring in Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul. He has also portrayed iconic characters like Moff Gideon in The Mandalorian and Stan Edgar in The Boys. Beyond television, he starred as Antón Castillo in Far Cry 6 and worked with director Spike Lee in films such as Do the Right Thing. Known for his calm yet commanding presence, Esposito has become a defining face of unforgettable villains across film, TV, and gaming.
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AUTOGRAPH €65,-
Can only be purchased on-site.
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SELFIE €75,-
Can only be purchased on-site
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PHOTOBOOTH €75,-
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MEET & GREET €150,-
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AUTOGRAPH + SELFIE COMBI €130,-
Can only be purchased on-site
Giancarlo Esposito will only be attending on Sunday.
Ryan Guzman
Ryan Guzman is an American actor best known for his role as Eddie Diaz in the hit drama series 9-1-1, where he has become a fan favorite through his powerful performances, emotional storylines and action-packed rescue scenes. He first gained international recognition as Sean Asa in Step Up Revolution and Step Up: All In, despite having no formal dance training before landing the role. Throughout his career, Guzman has appeared in popular productions including Heroes Reborn, Pretty Little Liars and The Boy Next Door alongside Jennifer Lopez. With a background in martial arts and competitive sports, he brings both physicality and charisma to his performances, making him a familiar face across television, film and fandom culture.
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AUTOGRAPH €60,-
Can only be purchased on-site.
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SELFIE €60,-
Can only be purchased on-site
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PHOTOBOOTH €65,-
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DUO PHOTOBOOTH €130,-
Together with Oliver Stark.
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MEET & GREET €150,-
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AUTOGRAPH + SELFIE COMBI €100,-
Can only be purchased on-site
Oliver Stark
Oliver Stark is a British actor best known for his role as Evan “Buck” Buckley in the hit series 9-1-1. He has also appeared as Gregor in Underworld: Blood Wars and played Ryder in AMC’s Into the Badlands. Earlier in his career, Stark starred in projects such as MindGamers, Montana and Dracula. Known for his emotional performances and charismatic screen presence, Stark has built a versatile career across drama, action, fantasy and horror.
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AUTOGRAPH €60,-
Can only be purchased on-site.
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SELFIE €60,-
Can only be purchased on-site
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PHOTOBOOTH €65,-
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MEET & GREET €150,-
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AUTOGRAPH + SELFIE COMBI €100,-
Can only be purchased on-site
Deric Augustine
Deric Augustine is an American actor, producer and writer best known for his roles as Otis Johnson in Marvel’s Cloak & Dagger, Muhammad Ali in Godfather of Harlem, Miles Penn in The Rookie and Che in the NBA 2K games. Born and raised in New Orleans, Augustine has built a versatile career across television, gaming and modern pop culture storytelling. Beyond acting, he is also a passionate writer and creative storyteller, drawing inspiration from fantasy, mythology and the culture of his hometown. He can also be seen in acclaimed series including All American and several upcoming film and television projects.
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AUTOGRAPH €40,-
Can only be purchased on-site.
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SELFIE €45,-
Can only be purchased on-site
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PHOTOBOOTH €50,-
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AUTOGRAPH + SELFIE COMBI €75,-
Can only be purchased on-site
Sam J. Jones
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AUTOGRAPH €55,-
Can only be purchased on-site.
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SELFIE €55,-
Can only be purchased on-site
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PHOTOBOOTH €70,-
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AUTOGRAPH + SELFIE COMBI €100,-
Can only be purchased on-site
James Wilkinson
James Wilkinson is a British actor and stunt performer best known for playing Mekaneck in the upcoming Masters of the Universe film. A graduate of Bird College of Performing Arts, he is known for his commanding 6ft 7in screen presence and action-driven performances. Beyond film, Wilkinson has performed internationally in large-scale live stunt shows featuring jet ski work, high falls, pyrotechnics, and waterbased action. He can also be seen in upcoming projects including Bedlam and Road House 2.
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AUTOGRAPH €35,-
Can only be purchased on-site.
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SELFIE €35,-
Can only be purchased on-site
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PHOTOBOOTH €40,-
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MEET & GREET €80,-
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AUTOGRAPH + SELFIE COMBI €65,-
Can only be purchased on-site
Dutch voice actors
Bob van der Houven
Bob van der Houven is a Dutch voice actor, voice-over artist, presenter, singer, and director whose career spans more than four decades in television, film, animation, and radio. He became one of the most recognizable voices in the Netherlands through his work in countless animated series and dubbed productions. He is best known as the Dutch voice of Kwik, Kwek and Kwak in DuckTales, Stitch in Lilo & Stitch, Dobby in the Harry Potter films, and Dr. Heinz Doofenshmirtz in Phineas and Ferb. Through his versatility and enduring presence, Bob van der Houven has become one of the most celebrated figures in Dutch voice acting.
Christa Lips
Christa Lips is a Dutch voice actress, singer, and translator whose career has made her one of the most recognizable voices in Dutch children’s television and animation. She is best known as the Dutch voice of Ash Ketchum in Pokémon, a role she performed for nearly twenty-five years. Her extensive voice work also includes Tommy Pickles and Dil Pickles in Rugrats, Rocky in PAW Patrol, Spike in My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic, and Miles “Tails” Prower in Sonic Boom. In addition to her work behind the microphone, Lips has contributed to the Dutch dubbing industry as a translator and adaptation writer, helping international productions connect with Dutch audiences.
Fleur van de Water
Fleur van de Water is a Dutch voice actress, singer, dancer, and musical performer whose career spans theatre, television, film, and animation. She is best known as the Dutch voice of Skipper Roberts in numerous Barbie films and series. Her extensive voice work also includes Ahsoka Tano in Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Nebula in Marvel Studios’ What If…?, Madoka Amano in the Beyblade: Metal Saga series and Clary Fairchild in Shadowhunters. Through her dynamic performances across animation and live-action productions, Fleur van de Water has become a familiar voice to audiences of all ages and remains a prominent figure in Dutch voice acting.
Lizemijn Libgott
Lizemijn Libgott is a Dutch voice actress, singer and translatort whose career has made her one of the most recognizable voices in Dutch animation and children’s entertainment. Beginning her career at a young age, she has spent more than two decades bringing beloved characters to life across animated series, films, and video games. She is best known as the Dutch voice of Candace and Baljeet in Phineas and Ferb, Fluttershy in My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic, Tikki in Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir, Princess Bubblegum in Adventure Time, Velma Dinkley in Scooby-Doo, and many more. Through her versatility and creativity, she has become one of the most respected talents in the Dutch dubbing industry.
Marlies Somers
Marlies Somers is a Dutch voice actress, singer, songwriter, and performer whose career has made her one of the most recognizable voices in Dutch animation and children’s television. Active in the dubbing industry for more than three decades, she has brought countless beloved characters to life across animated series, anime, films, and educational programming. She is best known as the Dutch voice of Misty in Pokémon, Layla in Winx Club, Vicky in The Fairly OddParents, Bubbles in The Powerpuff Girls, Otto Rocket in Rocket Power, and Po in Teletubbies. Alongside her voice acting career, Somers performs as a singer-songwriter under the name Summers, making her a versatile and respected figure in Dutch entertainment.
Gaming Guests
Troy Baker
Troy Baker is an award-winning actor, musician, and one of the most recognizable voices in modern gaming. He is best known for his iconic performances as Joel in The Last of Us Part I and Part II, Booker DeWitt in BioShock Infinite, Higgs in Death Stranding, and most recently Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. Beyond gaming, Troy has collaborated with David Fincher on the Emmy-winning series Love, Death & Robots and appeared in HBO’s The Last of Us adaptation. Alongside his acclaimed acting career, Troy is also a musician and has released multiple studio albums, including Eulogy: Songs for Joel, inspired by The Last of Us.
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AUTOGRAPH €70 - €90
€70,- on regular photo; €90,- on premium item (i.e. large/bulk/3D items).
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SELFIE €55,-
Can only be purchased on-site
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PHOTOBOOTH €85,-
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MEET & GREET €150 - €180
Saturday’s Meet & Greet costs €180,- and includes an acoustic musical performance by guitar, and a copy of Troy Baker’s vinyl. Sunday's regular Meet & Greet costs €150,-.
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AUTOGRAPH + SELFIE COMBI €110,-
Can only be purchased on-site
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RECORDING €100,-
Up to 1 minute max.
Eden Riegel
Eden Riegel is an Emmy-winning actress and voice actor, best known for her groundbreaking role as Bianca Montgomery in All My Children, one of daytime television’s first major LGBTQ+ characters. She has an extensive voice acting career in gaming, with roles in franchises such as Resident Evil, Fortnite, Persona, Final Fantasy, and NieR. She has also voiced characters in animated series including The Owl House and Amphibia, and appeared in films like American Pie and Year One. More recently, she has worked on Critical Role projects.
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AUTOGRAPH €50,-
Can only be purchased on-site.
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SELFIE €30,-
Can only be purchased on-site
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PHOTOBOOTH €60,-
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DUO PHOTOBOOTH €100,-
Together with Emma Rose Creaner.
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DUO MEET & GREET €100,-
Together with Emma Rose Creaner.
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AUTOGRAPH + SELFIE COMBI €70,-
Can only be purchased on-site
Emma Rose Creaner
Emma Rose Creaner is an Irish, known for her versatility across film, television, theatre, and gaming. She trained at The Lir Academy, graduating in 2020, and has quickly built a strong portfolio across stage and screen. She appears in Resident Evil: Requiem as Emily, contributing to the game’s dark, cinematic storytelling. Her recent work also includes Power Ballad, Hope Street, and Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2, alongside acclaimed theatre performances such as Tartuffe at the Abbey Theatre.
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AUTOGRAPH €40,-
Can only be purchased on-site.
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SELFIE €30,-
Can only be purchased on-site
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PHOTOBOOTH €52,50,-
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DUO PHOTOBOOTH €100,-
Together with Eden Riegel.
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DUO MEET & GREET €100,-
Together with Eden Riegel.
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AUTOGRAPH + SELFIE COMBI €60,-
Can only be purchased on-site
Matthew Sussman
Matthew Sussman is an American actor and voice actor whose career spans iconic live-action television and beloved animated classics. On screen, he has appeared in acclaimed series such as The Sopranos, Sex and the City and Law & Order. In the world of voice acting, he became a defining voice of a generation through his work with 4Kids Entertainment, bringing energy and personality to countless anime dubs. He is best known as the original voice of Meowth in Pokémon, one of the franchise’s most iconic and recognizable characters worldwide. He also voiced Slowking in Pokémon: The Movie and brought characters such as Gravos and King Moros to life in Slayers Next, cementing his legacy in anime history.
Amelia Tyler
Amelia Tyler is a British voice actress best known as the unforgettable Narrator in Baldur’s Gate 3, where she guided players through every choice, triumph and disastrous dice roll in the award-winning RPG adventure. Her iconic performance earned worldwide praise and a nomination for Performer in a Leading Role at the BAFTA Games Awards. Beyond Baldur’s Gate 3, Amelia is also known for bringing sharp wit and morally complex characters to life in games such as Warframe 1999, Divinity: Original Sin 2 and Hades II.
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AUTOGRAPH €60,-
Can only be purchased on-site.
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SELFIE €30,-
Can only be purchased on-site
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PHOTOBOOTH €65,-
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MEET & GREET €65,-
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AUTOGRAPH + SELFIE COMBI €80,-
Can only be purchased on-site
Gaming Hosts
STREAM WITH LIEN
Gaming Host
Lien is an energetic content creator known for her humor, self-mockery and strong connection with her community. With a love for interaction and entertainment, she creates a welcoming space where her “Familien” community always comes first.
Lien will be hosting the Gaming Stage on Saturday June 20.
Bo Scheermeijer
Gaming Host
Bo is an esports commentator and stage host with a passion for gaming and live entertainment. Alongside his work as a host, Bo is also Event Operations Manager at Jaarbeurs Utrecht, combining his experience in event management with his enthusiasm for presenting and gaming.
Bo will be hosting the Gaming Stage on Sunday June 21.
Cody van den Bogert
Gaming Reporter
Cody is an energetic and versatile media professional with over seven years of experience in video game media, specializing in live and online presenting, social media, and short-form content, with extensive experience in creative writing, production, and a natural talent for simply showing up wherever the fun is.
Comic Guests
Alex Segura
Alex Segura is a bestselling and award-winning author, best known for Secret Identity, winner of the Los Angeles Times Book Prize for Mystery/Thriller. He has also written novels set in the worlds of Star Wars, Spider-Man 2099, and Encanto, alongside acclaimed original works like Alter Ego and Dark Space. In addition to prose, he writes comics for Marvel and DC, including Star Wars: Battle of Jakku, Spider-Society, and The Question: All Along the Watchtower. He lives in New York City with his family.
Cafu
Carlos Alberto Fernández Urbano, better known as CAFU, is an acclaimed Spanish comic artist from Madrid, known for his work as a cartoonist, inker, and cover artist. He has worked with major publishers like Marvel, DC, Valiant, and Image Comics on titles such as Iron Man, Venom, Valkyrie: Jane Foster, X-O Manowar, and Unity. Known for his clean, storytelling-focused style, CAFU became one of the youngest Spanish artists to work for major American comic publishers. He remains active through conventions and social media, where he continues to connect with fans worldwide.
Dani Strips
Dani is a comic artist from Athens, Greece, born in 1992, who studied sculpting at the Athens School of Fine Arts. She has worked with major publishers such as DC Comics, BOOM! Studios, Image Comics, IDW, and Titan, contributing to titles like Arkham City: The Order of the World, Coffin Bound, and The Low, Low Woods. She is also the creator of the self-published series Tales from the Strips, which won the Reader’s Choice Award at the Greek Comics Awards in 2015. Her work is known for its distinctive style and strong visual storytelling.
John Higgins
John Higgins is best known for coloring iconic comics such as Watchmen and Batman: The Killing Joke. He is also the creator, writer, and artist behind the acclaimed Razorjack series, as well as the author and designer of the autobiographical art book Beyond Watchmen & Judge Dredd: The Art of John Higgins. A longtime contributor to 2000 AD and the Judge Dredd Megazine, he continues to work on projects like Dreadnoughts and Dredger with renowned collaborators.
Katie Kubert
Katie Kubert is a Group Editor at DC Comics, overseeing major initiatives including the Absolute Universe, Webtoons, manga, and global media projects. She has edited bestselling and critically acclaimed titles for both DC and Marvel, such as Absolute Batman, Batman, Batgirl, Death of Wolverine, and Spider-Man and the X-Men. Katie also helped launch DC Go!, DC Horror, and global hits like Batman/Fortnite: Zero Point and Batman: Wayne Family Adventures. Outside of comics, she is a huge dinosaur enthusiast and proudly shares that passion with her daughters.
Manuel Garcia
Manuel is a Spanish comic book artist from Salamanca who began his career working for DC Comics on titles like Robin #92 and The Spectre #7, before moving on to Marvel with The Avengers. He has since worked extensively across major publishers including Marvel, DC, and Dark Horse, contributing to series such as Daredevil, Black Panther, Spider-Man, Mystique, and Countdown. His portfolio also includes work for major franchises like Star Wars and collaborations with companies such as Blizzard Entertainment and Sideshow. Manuel is known for his dynamic style and continues to work on high-profile projects across the comics industry.
Pere Pérez
Pere Pérez is a Spanish comic book artist known for his extensive work with major publishers such as DC Comics, Marvel, Valiant, Dynamite, and Moonstone Books. He began his career in the US with titles like Templar and later worked on series including Dragonlance Chronicles, Army of Darkness, Superman, Batgirl, and Batman: Return of Bruce Wayne. At Valiant, his work on Archer & Armstrong and Faith earned him award nominations and critical recognition. He has since become a prolific Marvel artist, contributing to titles such as Spider-Woman, Venom, X-Men, Deadpool vs Punisher, and Star Wars: Sana Starros.
Rachael Stott
Rachael Stott is a comic book artist based in Bristol, UK, known for her work on both interiors and covers. She has contributed to major titles including Spider-Man, Doctor Who, Fantastic Four, and Star Wars. Throughout her career, she has worked on a wide range of dream projects across major franchises. She is currently working on a Terry Pratchett adaptation for Penguin Random House (PRH).
Torunn Grønbekk
Torunn Grønbekk is a comic book writer and portrait painter, best known for her work with Marvel on titles such as Thor, Punisher: War Journal, Jane Foster: Valkyrie, and Warhammer 40,000: Sisters of Battle. She is currently writing series including Realm of X (Marvel), Red Sonja (Dynamite), and Venom (Marvel). She divides her time between her home in Norway and her cabin in the Swedish forest.
Wil Moss
Wil Moss is a Senior Editor at Marvel Comics, where he works on titles such as Avengers and Thor and oversees Marvel’s “Heroes Office.” He most recently helmed the Ultimate line and has edited many acclaimed series during his career at Marvel. These include Immortal Hulk, Vision, Black Panther, The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl, Howard the Duck, and War of the Realms. His work spans a wide range of critically acclaimed and fan-favorite projects across the Marvel Universe.
Cosplay Guests
Saku
Cosplay Host
Sakuraflor, better known as Saku, is no stranger to the scene. She started off in cosplay and has been slowly extending into different markets. With 10+ years of experience within the entertainment scene and over 20 awards for Cosplay/Production, she has represented most of the big fish in the Entertainment and Gaming industry. Released the first official Live Action for Arcane in collaboration with Riot Games, in which she portrayed Jinx and has now also extended to the motorcycle community as Sakurides, bringing all her passions together!
Saku has been with us for more than 10 years as our cosplay host and considers Dutch comic con and its community her family. Save to say that she’s super excited to be with us again this edition!
Youcancallmerose
Cosplay Host
Rosalie, or known as Youcancallmerose is a Dutch actress and content creator on Tiktok. Since she was little she always liked to dress up as one of her heroes and that later translated into her love for acting. Her power to bring characters to life lead to roles in GTST, H3L, Draadstaal and many more. She also made the first Dutch short online dramaseries called Roomies.
Rosalie also had the pleasure to explore the world of Cosplay through Sakuraflor. She had the honor to bring Aurelia to life, a character from Saku’s book Embers of the Abyss. And besides that she brings book characters to life at fantasy balls.
Long story short: Rosalie is extremely excited and honored to host this edition of DCC and to meet you guys there!
Leon Chiro
Cosplay Judge
Leon Chiro is a world-renowned professional cosplayer, pro-wrestler, and athlete who stands as one of the most prolific figures in the history of the global cosplay community. With a career defined by his signature “Cosplay Art” philosophy, Leon has traveled to over 83 countries, serving as a premier guest, headline performer, and technical judge for the world’s most prestigious pop-culture events.
Leon is deeply committed to the heart of the community. Having judged hundreds of international competitions across nearly every continent, he brings all his positivity and motivation to every panel and Meet & Greet.
Elizabeth Rage
Cosplay Judge
Elizabeth Rage is a Professional Cosplayer, Costume Designer, and Vocalist originally from Los Angeles, California and now based in Rome, Italy.
Elizabeth has been creating and modeling costumes professionally since E3 in Los Angeles in 2018. Since then she’s had the honor of working with and creating costumes for numerous brands and gaming companies, including Marvel Games, Bandai Namco, Ubisoft (For Honor), ATLUS, ShiftUp, CyGames, Hotta Studio, and more!
With a combined following of over 500k followers across all social media, her passion lies in bringing videogame characters to life through the arts of fabric and photography, as well as meeting new friends and collaborators from all around the world!
Maolo Cosplay
Cosplay Judge
Maolo Cosplay is a professional cosplayer known for breathtaking mecha builds, creature cosplays, and next-level craftsmanship, Maolo brings years of international cosplay experience to the judging panel. From incredible EVA creations to jaw-dropping animatronics, this is a creator who truly pushes cosplay beyond limits.
Maolo Cosplay is honored to come to Heroes Dutch Comic Con for the first time as a cosplay judge. He can’t wait to meet the Dutch community, see their amazing work, and share this wonderful weekend with them.
FAQ: Special Guests
Yes, you can! In the photobooth there you have the opportunity to make a professional photo with your favourite actor/actress. A photobooth ticket provides access to the Photobooth. The price of a Photobooth ticket differs with each actor. The photo is taken and you walk out again and at the exit you immediately get a printed version of your photo of our photographers. Everything is included in the price.
Don’t have a Photobooth ticket? You can also choose to take a selfie with Special Guests at the Guest Square! You can simply buy this during the event by queueing up.
The photobooth is a space where the Special guest can take a picture with you. You can find the Photobooths right next to the Main Stage.
In a Q&A you get the chance to ask your favorite actor / actress or artist something you always wanted to know. For example, whether it is very hot in the suit of Chewbacca? How does Sean Gunn feel about working for his brother?
A Meet & Greet is an unique chance to meet your favorite Special Guest in real life. A maximum of 25 people can participate in the exclusive session, which will take half an hour. During the session you can ask the guest your burning questions.
It is not possible to cancel your entrance ticket due to a canceled special guest. You can resell your ticket through the resale platform.
You can get autographs at the Guest Square. You don’t need to buy a ticket beforehand. You can simply buy this during the event by queueing up.