noun Internet Slang

con mule

KON MYOOL · noun · slang

Someone who hauls bags, props, and merch for others at a con.

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A friend or companion who carries other attendees' purchases, props, and gear around the convention floor, freeing the cosplayer to move and pose.

“My boyfriend volunteered as con mule so I didn't have to lug my scythe all day.”
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con mule In A Sentence

My boyfriend volunteered as con mule so I didn't have to lug my scythe all day.

Origin & Usage

'Con' (convention) + 'mule' (pack animal / one who carries loads).

People Also Ask

What is a con mule?

A con mule is a friend or companion who hauls other attendees' bags, props, and merch around a convention so the cosplayer can move and pose freely.

Is being a con mule a bad thing?

Not necessarily; it's usually a friendly, joking role, though it can be a chore, and many people trade off the duty.

Where does the term come from?

It combines 'con' (convention) with 'mule,' a pack animal known for carrying heavy loads.

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