Level up, let your fantasy geek flag fly, and crochet your own custom cosplay or gamer amigurumi! Special features: . So many animals! Pick your geek spirit animal, from hamsters and dragons to axolotls and bears. . Mix and match for gaming or cosplay! Each critter can be custom crocheted to be a hoodie-wearing gamer or be put in any of 7 different cosplay outfits, from an adventurer to a cyborg! More than 90 unique combinations! . Perfect for crochet newbies! Includes a stitch & technique guide covering everything you need to know to crochet any of the 26 patterns, as well as over 350 photos. Looking for a more immersive gaming or cosplay experience? Crochet your own custom animal companion to join you in your exploits! There are 13 different animals to choose from, all super cute and waiting to accompany you (or the gamer or role player in your life) on your adventures! Every animal can be customized to either be a hoodie-wearing gamer or to don one of 7 unique cosplay outfits, complete with accessories, like your choice of three different types of game controllers, headphones, a wizard's hat, sword and shield, light saber, or nerdy glasses. The patterns are easy to follow, with more than 350 photos, covering all the stitches used and how to assemble each crocheted critter. AUTHOR: Ashli Hayes is a self-taught crocheter with a passion for crafting unique amigurumi designs inspired by video games and animals. Since learning to crochet in 2015 through YouTube tutorials, Ashli has honed her skills, eventually creating her own patterns. In 2019, she launched 1Up Crochet: Geek Inspired Amigurumi on Etsy in 2019, where she has since sold over 32,000 downloadable patterns. A lifelong gamer, Ashli's love for video games began at age three with a Sega Genesis and continues today, alongside a knack for refurbishing gaming controllers and consoles. As a military spouse, Ashli has lived in various states, from Florida (where she presently lives) to Alaska, sharing adventures with her husband and their two beloved dogs.