Japan's largest doujinshi event, Comic Market (Comiket, C107), took place on December 30-31, drawing massive crowds on its first day. The chilly weather did nothing to dampen the attendees' enthusiasm.
However, a hilarious sight unfolded in the outdoor waiting area on day one, leaving netizens in stitches: a huge gathering of staff and participants dressed as illustrator and VTuber "Shigure Ui." Their sheer numbers looked like a "mass proliferation," and images of the scene quickly went viral across social media platforms.
One netizen shared photos taken from the "front lines" of the queue, showing a sea of familiar Shigure Ui outfits as far as the eye could see. The scene was dubbed "Shigure Ui Avengers Assemble" and an "Avengers-level gathering." Some even joked it felt like a scene straight out of "Dragon Ball" with Metal Cooler's mass appearance.
▼ Looks like they're about to pull off something huge!
Many fans added that this "Ui army" wasn't just impressive in numbers; they also sported various costume versions. Even casual wear and bear suit iterations could be spotted throughout the venue. "They increase every year, and they even have different versions," one fan commented, solidifying the phenomenon as one of Comiket's winter staples. An attendee also revealed that to capture this front-line shot, they took the first train in the morning to queue up, adding, "It was truly worth it."
The buzz even caught the attention of Shigure Ui herself, who humorously responded on X (formerly Twitter): "There are too many Shigure Uis among the Comiket staff." Her simple comment instantly sparked another wave of shares.
Beyond the sheer human wave, some netizens also noticed Shigure Ui mask decorations on the directional signboards near the venue, leading to playful jabs like, "Are even the signboards being assimilated?"
This "mass appearance event" is a testament to Shigure Ui's growing influence, now a unique fixture of the Comiket landscape. It brilliantly showcases the creativity and unity of fan culture. So, if you ever get the chance to visit Comiket, keep an eye out for this spectacular sight!
via： togetter