Za's October 29, 2024 blog post discusses the difficulty of judging cosplay photographs, distinguishing between simple aesthetic beauty and the ability to express the essence of the character. The author criticizes many photos for the lack of connection between the subject portrayed and the character represented, emphasizing the importance of context and atmosphere to make the photograph effective. The contrast between technical quality and lack of expressiveness is highlighted, proposing that, even for a non-expert audience, the real difference lies in the ability to convey the soul of the character. Finally, the author seems to resign himself to the prevalence of superficial aesthetic judgment.