Cosplay (cosplaying) has rapidly gained popularity as a unique form of performance and cultural activity worldwide. C站 (Cos站), as a personalized website dedicated to cosplay, provides users with a platform to showcase and share their cosplay works. This paper aims to conduct an in-depth study of C站 to explore its characteristics and value.
1. C站's History and Development
Established in 2003, C站 initially started as a small cosplay forum. As the number of users increased, C站 gradually expanded its functionalities, including image uploads, video sharing, and social features. Today, C站 has developed into a global and multilingual cosplay community.
2. Functionalities of C站
2.1 Showcasing Personal Cosplay Works
C站 provides users with a platform to showcase their cosplay works. Users can upload images or videos to display their talents and creativity. Additionally, through the social features of C站, users can interact, communicate, and learn from each other.
2.2 Viewing and Collecting W