The ultimate summer getaway experience may have passed as FanFes 2025 concluded a couple of weeks ago. But surprise! We were given an opportunity together with Cosplay.PH‘s media partners to get to know Singapore’s very own dad in cosplay, daddy Rithe 莉提.
Setsu-Ani was given a chance to submit three questions that we can ask of her to get to know her more. As the team is known for its Cosplay Spotlight segment, we decided to submit three (3) of difficult questions (as said by our past featured guests) for Rithe to answer.
Question #1: In your 11 years of cosplaying, what kept you going during the most difficult part of your cosplay career?
Rithe: I honestly wouldn’t say there was a hard time in my cosplay career itself. It’s the family that’s against this hobby turned career. So, it’s the pure love for cosplay that kept me going, I guess?
Question #2: How do you believe you can connect or inspire others with this craft which is Cosplaying?
Rithe: When I first started cosplaying all I wanted was to look like “that cool character” in whatever anime or game I was watching and looking at how other cosplayers dress up and take photos of themselves always made me excited and want to try it myself, I’m hoping as I keep doing what I believe in I can inspire some that comes across my works~ but also! Sometimes when I cosplay less well known characters, I do hope some people can go and check out the series I’m cosplaying.
Question #3: If cosplaying wasn’t introduced to you, what would you be focusing on today, or which career would you be threading on today?
Rithe: If cosplay wasn’t the thing I’m focused on right now, I would probably be doing interior design work? As that’s what I got a degree in [haha].
Besides our very own questions, we would also like to feature other questions submitted by our fellow media for Rithe to answer.
Here are some interesting topics we chose to include in this feature:
What would be your most challenging cosplay & why?
Rithe: The most challenging cosplay I’ve done would be Saber Alter’s HUKE version. It’s the pure complexity of the costume, and even when it’s done it was almost impossible to transport and walk in, but was so worth it.
What are the tips or words of wisdom can you share to those starting out in their influencer / cosplay hobby?
Rithe: I always like to tell people to take lots of photo, as a hobbyist you can look back and remember all the good times. People and experiences come and go and in the cosplay circle there is a lot of “once in a life time” experiences and photo is one of the best way to always remember it. For people trying to be professional, it’s important to keep track of improvements, what worked, what didn’t.
What has been the most technically or emotionally challenging cosplay you’ve tackled, and how did you overcome it?
Rithe: It’s not necessarily the cosplay itself but the situation surrounding it. It’s my fate stay night saber costume that I made for WCS. It’s a lot of new techniques to make costumes that I never tried, and since we were going for a competition, it’s not just any costume I’m making, it was a costume I’m trying to make for a win, and that was very stressful.
Having been a guest cosplayer in the Philippines for the third time, what are the things that you miss or crave the most while you’re in the country?
Rithe: I always miss the snack dynamite! And of course my fans here! My first time visiting Philippines was when I just 4 years into cosplaying, and now it’s my 11th year, a lot of the fans here watch me grow as a cosplayer but also as a human, and that relationship with everyone here, I also miss very dearly.
Even in cosplay, some people are experiencing burnout, laziness, and a lack of motivation to finish crafting their costumes or continue cosplaying. As you said last weekend, you still see yourself cosplaying in the future and won’t be stopping anytime soon. What is your motivation in pursuing cosplaying until today (besides Cosplay as your hobby), including catching up and finishing your costumes, and showing up in conventions or photoshoots?
Rithe: I just enjoy cosplay, as long as I’m well rested, well hydrated, all I want to do is make costumes and cosplay, so it’s hard to say what exactly is my motivation. I DO get really excited to share photos of the costumes I made or photos from a photoshoot, that’s part of what motivates me for sure
What inspired you to become a cosplayer? Can you share with us what your favorite cosplay is, and why?
Rithe: I sort of just stumbled into being a cosplayer, its was a “oh, why not try” sort of situation with friends, then i just never stopped cosplaying? I do enjoy dressing up as characters I like, so if that counts. Every cosplay that I made myself, is my favorite cosplay! Just a really special feeling to be able to wear something you made yourself.
What did we learn?
Rithe’s story is a shining example of how cosplay is more than just wearing costumes — it’s about self-expression, craftsmanship, and community connection. As a seasoned cosplayer from Singapore, her experiences reflect the emotional highs and technical challenges of the cosplay journey, from creating complex costumes to overcoming personal hurdles. Through her passion for costume making, her ability to inspire new and veteran cosplayers alike, and her heartfelt bond with fans in the Philippines and beyond, Rithe continues to be a source of motivation within the global cosplay community.
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to rekindle your love for the hobby, Rithe’s advice — to keep creating, take lots of photos, and enjoy every moment — is a reminder that the heart of cosplaying lies in joy, growth, and genuine connection. As we wrap up this exclusive feature, one thing is clear: the love for cosplay, when fueled by purpose and creativity, never fades.
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