Former Gladiators stars Nikki ‘Scorpio’ Diamond and Michael ‘Cobra’ Willson were among the attractions.
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5. Browsing
The Fifth Doctor checks out the comics on offer Photo: Stu Norton
6. Sunderland Comic Con event at Rainton Arena.
Super Mario's Bowsette and Princess Rosalina take a stroll around the floor Photo: Stu Norton
7. Sunderland Comic Con event at Rainton Arena. Kristan Bailey as Obi-Wan Kenobi.
Kristan Bailey as Obi-Wan Kenobi Photo: Stu Norton
8. Zombies on the march
Some gore-spattered attendees Photo: Stu Norton