Toronto Revellers held their Warriors band launch again at the Armenian
Community Centre. The crowd was treated to a talented group of drummers
and costumed warriors fighting. The costumed models hit the stage at
11:30. Kudos to Revellers for that start time!! I saw quite a few
people arriving after midnight only to find out that they missed the
presentation.
Ghazi Warrior
Asian Dynasty
Jamaal always puts on a great show, and this time was no exception. The stage was set with fire lighting and warrior images showing across the screen. I thought the elevated stairs on the stage was a good idea. Most models were rather fast walking the stage though, and many didn't stop and pose at centre stage. Not all sections came to the front of the stage for the finale either, but remained behind.
Native Warrior
Zulu Warrior
Cosmic Warrior
The theme of Warriors was very well represented. A lot of creativity went into the details, and while sure, there were feathers, especially in some frontlines, we didn't see the usual inundation of jewels & feathers in every single section. Some may think the materials used in the above purple and below blue sections appear to be from back in the day, but really, they best said Warrior to me. The use of full (unfeathered) leg pieces, spiky headpieces, and armored shoulder pads was designing for the theme, something that was refreshing to see. I don't see it as risky because Revellers prides itself on designing costumes that portray a theme, and good for them I say. Plus there are still many pretty feminine feathered sections. Whether you want to play sexy, cute, or wickedly warrior like, you've got your choices.
Ice Warrior
Warhawk
The guys costumes are particularly well done, most with innovative headgear, armor and weapons. And it's high time to see proper costumes designed for male masqueraders. Maybe more men will play mas if these are the kinds of costume choices they have.
Soul
of Africa
Wrath of the Barbarians
Fight of the Eagle
Carnival Warrior
Plan of Attack
Vikings
