Uta no Prince-sama: Jinguji Ren 10

愛の矛盾（パラドックス）　紐解くように
If you want to unravel this paradox of love,

Hold on!

理性（ドレス）を剥いで
Strip away all reason like a dress君の深く　マスターキーで
With the master key you hold,
未知を　開こう　何処までも
Unlock the way, wherever it may go!　
さぁほら
Now, come on,

Let’s Bang! Bang! Bang! Bang!

嗚呼　サディスティックに
Ah, as long as I sadistically
唇を奪い合えばいい
fight for your lips,
In a

“Butterfly Effect”　

そのルージュで今
by their rouge, now
世界が変わってゆく
my world is changing!
感じるだろう!?
Can you feel it!?

“Baby! My Strawberry!”
Lyrics and Translations by
☽ Moonlit Sanctuary ☾

Our contest has come to a close! Thank you to everyone who participated! I’ll be announcing the winner by the end of the month, so keep your fingers crossed!

Now, I’m guessing this is Reika, but because Facebook is loading so slowly, I can’t confirm it on her Facebook page! If I’m wrong, please feel free to correct me! Thanks to Bethany for sharing this!

Source: REIKA on Facebook
First Seen in Bethany M on Google+

Sailor Moon: Sailor Mars 04

Need another idea for our contest? Here’s one of the classics!

Deep within yourself
When suddenly a strange thirst builds up in you
Your heart becomes gentler
And you begin to love somebody

With no fear of danger
Don’t ever give up on yourself!
Shoot a burning arrow
A red flash fills the air!

FLAME SNIPER Seal away my fiery heart deep inside my arrow
FLAME SNIPER Choose the shot so the prey I seek has no chance of escape
FLAME SNIPER Take control of my burning heart; get a hold of myself
FLAME SNIPER Get ready! Hurry, make your choice, ‘cause my target now is you

“Flame Sniper”
Lyrics Translation by
Anime Lyrics

Doesn’t she such a pretty Sailor Mars? Hopefully, someone will recognize her so that I can give proper credit and such! Thanks to Seth for sending this in!

Source: Cosplay Family

Gundam Seed: Lacus Clyne 04

Need another idea for our Giveaway?

Beneath the veil of starry sky
As cold as winter’s darkest night
It’s there you’ll sleep, silent and deep
You’re all alone

A single prayer’s soft melody
Across the lonely silent fields
A little light begins to shine, it shines on and on

I watched you as you so peacefully dreamed
You laughed like a child, happy and care free
It’s so familiar and yet so far
That’s the future is promised for you and me

One day on a green and shining morn
One day we will finally make through
Cause in this sky, so dark with winter
We still have to believe that it’s true
Fields of hope

“Fields of Hope” (English Dub)
Lyrics by Anime Lyrics

You might recognize the cosplayer for today’s feature! She is Astellecia, whose cosplay was featured for the 2011 Charity Cosplay Calendar! If you like her work, be sure to support her on Deviant Art! Thanks to Lara for sending this in!

Source: shiroang on Deviant Art

D. Gray-man: Lenalee Lee 05

Here’s another character idea for you guys, and the anime is making a comeback too!

Lenalee’s anti-Akuma weapon, known as the Dark Boots, enable her to run at high speeds, jump great heights, walk on water, create whirlwinds, and use sound wares as footholds. At one point, Lenalee had an encounter with a Level 3 Akuma, which forced her to evoke more power than she could handle. With her life in danger, her Innocence became a crystal, protecting Lenalee from harm. This behavior was previously unheard of in Innocence.

Introducing Japanese cosplayer, Might (舞斗)! I love her action shot of Lenalee! It looks like she was caught mid air by a high speed camera!

Please support Might through her Archive page, and remember to join our Giveaway! Thanks to Arianna for sending this in!

Source: 舞斗＊霧崎沼のGANTZ沼 on Cosplayers’ Archive

Vampire Knight: Kiryuu Zero 11

Just in case people are having a hard time deciding which character to use those purple contact lenses for, here is one suggestion!

赤く赤く赤く燃えて
Burning in red, in red, in red
すべてすべて消して
Erasing everything, everything
叶うことのない幻が動き出す
An unfulfilled illusion begins to move
強く強く儚い夜を
Strongly, strongly
超えて超えて超えて
Overcoming, overcoming, overcoming the fleeting night
逃れられない　罪に溺れても　きっと
I certainly can't escape, even if I drown in my sins

“Futatsu no Kodou to Akai Tsumi”
Lyrics and Translation by Anime Lyrics

That’s right! Zero and his twin, Ichiru, both have purple eyes! But he is only one character of so many different possibilities! If you have a favorite purple eyed character, feel free to suggest in the comments below! Thanks to Maria Gabriella for sharing this!

Source: Maria Gabriella Mose ღ “Lady Tsunade Senju” Heart of Manga on Google+

Cosplay Holic's 9th Year Anniversary Giveaway!

To celebrate Cosplay Holic's 9th Anniversary, here is a small giveaway from my very own cosplay closet! I'm giving away my Celine Violet color contact lenses from Geolica!

TO ENTER:
1. Like Cosplay Holic on FACEBOOK!
2. Like and Share (publicly) this post!
3. Comment which character you are planning to use this for!
4. Wait patiently! I will give you a raffle number replied to your comment!

For now, I will open this to Philippine residents, but if this raffle is successful, I might do another one for an International Draw!

Good Luck! Contest ends July 20, 2016!

Rurouni Kenshin: Shishio Makoto

Can we all just please take a moment to appreciate Shishio’s reaction in this picture? Yes?

Alright, from what I understand in the description, this is not Fujiwara Tatsuya, who plays the role of Shishio in the film, but Takito Kenichi? I did find his profile in (Japanese) wiki, and he does play a role in Rurouni Kenshin, but I’m not exactly sure since my Japanese is not very good. And what’s with the photo in his kimono?

Anyhow, if anyone can clarify, that would be great! Thanks to Rae for sending this in!

Source: 映画『るろうに剣心』 on Facebook

xxxHolic: Ichihara Yuuko 05

Although Yuuko has the ability to predict the future, she often visits a fortuneteller whom she lovingly refers to as “Oba-chan”. Once, when Watanuki accompanied her, Yuuko explained that one cannot predict their own future of else there will be chaos. Nevertheless, Oba-chan is one of Yuuko’s oldest friends and is the only one in the entire series to call Yuuko “Yuuko-chan”.

Isn’t IZUMI (和泉) absolutely gorgeous? I know I’m now a huge fan of hers since she cosplayed one of my favorite characters so perfectly! If you’d like to see more of her work, please support her though Archive, Cloud, Cure, and World Cosplay! Thanks to Jai for sending this in!

Source: IZUMI (和泉) on World Cosplay

Inuyasha: Rin and Sesshoumaru 03

“Diamond!”

あまつ空の彼方イタズラな浮雲
Across the endless sky the clouds float playfully
帰る夢をなくし永遠をさすらふ
Wandering eternally to get rid of a recurring dream

雨が止むまで束の間
Until the moment the rain ends
安らぎの限り
I can sleep peacefully

何度でもそう何度でも
So many times, yes, no matter how often

“Gou”
Lyrics and Translation by
Inuyasha Wiki

Aren’t they cute? I really love Momoren’s cosplay of Sesshoumaru, and Chara looks really cute as Rin too! Don’t you just love how they posed for this photo?

You can view the entire album on Momoren’s Facebook Page, so please support her! Thanks to Aly for sharing this!

Source: Momoren Cosplay on Facebook

Kin’iro no Corda II: Yunoki Azuma

君が知りたいと願うなら　薔薇の下においで
If you wish to know, come under the roses
金の調べたどり行けたなら　迷わずに僕に逢えるから
If you can finally reach the golden melody you sought without losing your way,
you can meet me

Fake　長い回廊に　Face　愁い囚われて
Fake… Within the long corridor… Face… Trapped within the gloom…
焦がれてた自由な日々　あきらめていた希望
I had given up hope on the days of freedom I’d longed for

叶えたい夢を見つけたら　パンドラの箱を開こう
If I find a dream I want to come true, I’ll open Pandora’s box
何が遭っても　どんな未来でも
No matter what happens, whatever the future holds,
そうさきっとそこに　君はいる
That’s right, surely you’ll be there

“Sweet Secret”
Lyrics by CRESCENDO fansite
Translation by ☽ Moonlit Sanctuary ☾

Meet Chinese cosplayer, Ayatouch! Don’t you just love her cosplay of Yunoki? Please do support her through her Blog, Cure, Deviant Art, Weibo, and World Cosplay! Thanks to Ariel for sending this in!

Source: ayatouch on Deviant Art
First Seen in: COSPLAY ENDLESS on tumblr

Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso: Miyazono Kaori and Arima Kosei

雨上がりの虹も　凛と咲いた花も　色づき溢れ出す
A rainbow after rain, and a flower that bloomed with the cold, are abundantly changing colors.
茜色の空 仰ぐ君に　あの日　恋に落ちた
That day, I fell in love with you who looked up at the blazing red sky

瞬間のドラマチックフィルムの中の１コマも
That one instant in a scene of the dramatic film
消えないよ　心に刻むから
Won’t disappear, because it's etched into my heart

君だよ　君なんだよ　教えてくれた
It’s you, you who taught me.
暗闇も光るなら　星空になる
If the darkness shines too, then it’ll become a night of stars.
悲しみを笑顔に　もう隠さないで
Don’t hide your sadness behind a laughing face anymore
煌めくどんな星も　君を照らすから
Because all the twinkling stars will shine on you

“Hikaru Nara (If It Shines)”
Lyrics by Rei
Translation by Khimintu

Another amazing cosplay by Mikado as Kosei along with Ritsu as Kaori! I heard a lot of good things about this series, and I’ve been seeing lots of fan art from it too! Maybe it’s about time I check this series out. Thanks to Kathy for sharing this!

Source: Mikado on Twitter
First Seen from: Kathy Barrero de Freitas on Google+

Zootopia: Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde 02

Although she was assigning to parking duty by Chief Bogo, Judy abandoned her shift in order to arrest Duke Weaselton, a thief who stole what appeared to be onion bulbs. Because of this, Judy was once again reprimanded by Bogo.

Mrs. Otterton then arrived in Bogo’s office, pleading for someone to find her missing husband and Judy immediately volunteered! Bogo reluctantly agreed, giving Judy 48 hours on the condition that she resigns if she fails this assignment.

Hitori left me a comment saying that Stay cosplayed Nick Wilde. I actually found this photo some time ago, but well, Internet problems and all that, you know?

As always, please support stayxxxx and Mon夢 through their respective Facebook pages! Thanks again to Hitori for sending this in!

Source: Mon夢 on Facebook

Brave 10: Kamanosuke Yuri

The leader of a group of brigands, Kamanosuke Yuri is a bloodthirsty individual who enjoys killing people. Despite constantly proclaiming he is is male, his feminine appearance causes a lot of confusion about his gender. Even more confusing is the fact that he later develops a crush on Kirigakure Saizo, the leader of the Sanada Ten Braves. During an illusion, Yuri is portrayed as a princess who is in love with a male servant.

I was actually hoping this was a cosplay of Kenshin, but of course, he probably wouldn’t wear nail polish, would he? This character is very interesting though, isn’t he? I guess characters who are confusing gender-wise are very popular!

If you like this cosplay, please support Taiwanese cosplayer, H, though her Blog, Facebook, and World Cosplay! Thanks again to Sierra for sending this in!

Source: H on World Cosplay
First Seen on: けい　の　シークレットベース　

Kuroshitsuji: Ciel Phantomhive 20

それでも確かに愛の形を探した
Nevertheless, I definitely searched for a form of love
遠くよりも今を結んだ　濡れた瞳は
My teary eyes tied it to the present rather than a time far beyond
できればこのまま　包まれて終わりたい
If I can, I want to end while shrouded this like
その願いは　夜は　虚しく　朝を連れてくる
In your wish, night brings the morning along in vain

優しくて　熱くて　卑怯なキスで
With a tender, passionate, yet cowardly kiss

彩ってよ　最後の夜　月が照らしてる
Color it, the moon illuminates our final night

“Monochrome Kiss”
Lyrics and Translation by
Words of Songs

Hello, everyone! My internet fiasco has finally been resolved! Thank you very much for your patience once again! I’ll do my best to get this blog back on track, as always!

For now, I would like to introduce you to Riara! If you like her cosplay of Ciel, please continue to support her and give her blog a visit! Thanks to Sierra for sending this in!

Source: † Dolce ＊ Chocolat † (ドルチェ・ショコラ)
First Seen on: けい　の　シークレットベース　

Final Fantasy XIII: Snow Villers

The self-proclaimed “hero” of the series, Snow Villers is a relentless optimist who wished to help everyone in need. Although his heart is in the right place, he tends to talk and act before thinking, unintentionally causing trouble or worse, putting others in danger! Lightning once described Snow as “arrogant and chummy from the get-go, thinks he's everyone's pal,” and that his best quality is being “too stubborn to die.” She also compared Snow to her father, as someone who is easy-going and passionate, but unreliable.

Either way, this Snow is quite handsome, don’t you agree? As usual, if anyone happens to know who the cosplayer is, please let me know so that I can credit him/her! Thanks again to Tricia for sending this in!

Source: Final Kingdom

Final Fantasy XII: Ashelia B'nargin Dalmasca 02

A fiercely independent and driven young woman, Ashelia B’nargin Dalmasca will stop at nothing to restore her family to its rightful place. Her proud facade can only be broken by memories of Lord Rasler, as she is reminded of the wonderful memories of her youth.

Although Vaan is the game’s protagonist, most of the story focuses on Ashe’s drive to accumulate the power she needs to avenge her kingdom. However, she once turned away from great power when she realized that it would corrupt her ideals.

Rainer Tachibana makes such a beautiful Ashe! She has since deactivated her Deviant Art account, but if you’d like to see more of her cosplay, please visit her in Facebook! Thanks to Tony for sending this in!

Source: e-shuushuu

Final Fantasy XIII-2: Lightning 03

In Final Fantasy XIII-2, it is revealed through the Arbiter of Time that this Lightning is only an exact copy of the actual Lightning that lacks a soul. She can learn all of the elemental spells just like her original counterpart, and has improved tiers in Thunder spells. One other significant difference is that this Lightning can cast Curasa and Curaja as a Medic, while the original Lightning could not.

Doesn’t she look beautiful? Just like the character herself! If anyone happens to know who the cosplayer is, please do let me know so that I can credit her! Thanks to Tricia for sending this in!

Source: Final Kingdom

Sailor Moon: Tsukino Usagi 02

Most of you have probably seen this commercial already, but I thought I’d feature it anyway since Usagi is so cute here! Just look at that adorable grin!

I’m not really sure if she’s officially cosplaying Usagi or not though! The second person to drink the green tea also looks like Ryu from Street Fighter to me, but I’m even more uncertain about that!

Have a look at the Kit Kat Green Tea commercial and please let me know what you think!

Source: Nestlé Philippines on YouTube

Spirited Away: No-Face and Ogino Chihiro (Sen)

Forced to work in the tyranical Yubaba’s bathhouse, Ogino Chihiro invited a silent, masked creature named No-Face inside the bathhouse, thinking he was a customer. Later that evening, while most of the staff were asleep, No-Face tempted a worker with gold. The greedy staff took the bait, only to be devoured by No-Face! He continued swallowing the other naive workers and began growing larger, causing massive damage to the bathhouse.

This photo reminded me of the time I featured a dog cosplaying Sesshoumaru! I guess cat owners are getting into it now too? I find the Chihiro cat to be particularly adorable with that kimono! Thanks to Casey for sending this in!

Source: From Japan Limited on Facebook

Fushigi Yuugi: Amiboshi

The elder twin of Suboshi, Amiboshi is a Seiryuu Celestial warrior born under the star “Neck (亢)”. He is able to emit chi through his mouth and uses the flute to control others. Amiboshi holds the instrument to the left when he is using his powers, and to the right when he is simply playing.

Under Nakago’s orders, Amiboshi impersonated Chiriko and grew close to Miaka and the other Suzaku warriors. He almost succeeded in killing the Suzaku warriors during their attempt to summon Suzaku, but the real Chiriko appeared and saved everyone. Amiboshi tried to escape, but Miaka wanted to save him, claiming that anyone who plays such beautiful music cannot be evil. He later fell into the river and was presumed dead.

I thought I recognized this stage actor! He is Hattori Tsubasa, who played Shikimaru Nara in the Naruto Musical! He is still as handsome as ever, and definitely suits the role of Amiboshi!

For the fans who saw Shu no Shou, how was it? Was it loyal to the original manga? Did you have a favorite character?

Source: Amipro
First Seen on: Crunchyroll

Fate/Grand Order: Ruler 02

Ruler is a taciturn and cool while acting as a Servant, but is naturally a plain and quiet 16-year-old. She puts order first, but she is willing to wield a sword for the sake of the rules.

In Fate/Apocrypha, due to the irregularity of the Great Holy Grail War, and the continued existence of the previous Ruler from the Third Holy Grail War, Ruler was not given a spiritual body, and instead possessed a human girl named Laeticia. Because of her faith, Laeticia accepts Ruler completely, and thus, they do not share two personalities in one body, but rather, their personalities have merged into one.

Isn’t Rith absolutely beautiful? It looks like Ruler has a “Lily” version like Saber too! I actually like her original look better, but this is also very beautiful!
If you like this photo, please support the cosplayer and her photographer in Facebook! Thanks to Lee for sending this in!

Source: Yu Xiang's Cosplay Photography on Facebook

Ken ga Kimi: Sagihara Sakyou

The son of the Sagihara family, direct vassal of the Fushimi feudal clan in the Yamashiro Province. The Sagihara family is a descendant of Amakuni, a group of blacksmiths that was formed back in the Heian period. They were also guardians who protected the Five Heavenly Swords in the past. After his family was killed, he threw away his status and came to Edo. While he might look like an inexperienced young master, he knows how to get on in the world due to his vagabond journey.

Source: STELLARIUM

Such a lovely photo! Zixell is quickly becoming one of my favorite cosplayers! Her expression looks so serene. I wonder if those “fireflies” were added after the photo was taken, or if they sprinkled silver dust during the photo shoot?

In any case, please do support Zixell via her Archive, Facebook, Twitter, and World Cosplay! Thanks again to Hitori for sending this in!

Source: Zixell on World Cosplay

Final Fantasy XV: Prompto Argentum and Noctic Lucis Caelum

The puckish playboy Prompto befriended Noctis in his school days. He wears a chip on his shoulder as an outsider to the royal circle, but remains eager to do all he can for the cause. A friend who has been a bad influence to Noctis since his school days. While he can get carried away easily, there's another side of him which is driven to help friends in need. 

Source: Final Fantasy Wiki

I know they are probably models for the Roen clothing line, but wow, Prompto looks amazing! I think many of the fans are disappointed with Noctis’ hair being blue, but he looks fantastic as well! Hopefully, we’ll get better shots of these “cosplayers” soon? Thanks to Chia for sending this in!

Source: Final Fantasy XV on Facebook

Yu Yu Hakusho: Team Toguro

Team Toguro consists of the “human turned demon” Toguro siblings and two demons, Karasu and Bui. Karasu and Bui both lost to the Toguro brothers in battle and subsequently joined their team for the Dark Tournament. Toguro-otouto (Younger Toguro) is rated as a B-class, absolute strength demon, while is brother, Toguro-ani (Elder Toguro) is a demon shape shifter. As for Karasu, he is a “Governor-rank” demon who can create bombs using his aura undetectable by lower level demons. Last but not least, Bui is a demon warrior who has a battle aura so immense that we wears heavy armor to suppress it.

Nothing beats a classic, and this team of cosplayers definitely did a great job portraying the antagonists of this series! If anyone happens to know who the cosplayers are, please let me know so I can credit them! Thanks to Rey for sending this in!

Source: Tagalog Anime on Facebook

World Canvas: Sera Asprec

Sera Asrec is an art student with heterochromia iridum, or different colored eyes. As a matter of fact, her left eyes gives her the ability to look into a person’s past and retrieve their darkest secrets by observing their artworks or their handwriting. This ability is very helpful for her brother’s work at the museum as Sera can give him unique information about deceased famous artists. However, this ability also made Sera distant from the people around her.

One day, she met child prodigy, Rhiannon Estrella, and realized that she could not read any information from her at all! It was the first time Sera’s ability failed to work, which made Sera even more curious to know who Rhiannon really was! What sort of secret could a young girl be guarding so securely?

Many of you might not be familiar with this character as World Canvas is a local manga published in the Philippines. Mayu Ma Cherie cosplayed Sera so well that I couldn’t resist featuring her!

If you’d like to see more of Mayu’s cosplays, please visit her on Facebook and support her! On the other hand, if you want to know more about the series, please visit the mangaka’s Facebook, Color-LES aka Godley Malabanan! Thanks again to Mayu for letting me feature this!

Source: Mayu Ma Cherie on Facebook

Dead or Alive: Ayane 05

Although she appears to be cruel, Ayane is not completely heartless. She has working relationships with a few people and even emotional attachments to Hayate and Genra. However, she might be a little too attached to them to the point that she regards them to be her only reason for living. When Genra passed away and Hayate became angry with her, she tried to commit suicide, evidence of Ayane’s emotional instability.

Do you guys recognize this cosplayer? I’ve featured her before cosplaying the same character in a differnt outfit. Her name is Rainer Tachibana and she now has a Facebook page, so please continue to support her as always! Thanks to Janice for sending this in!

Source: Rainer Cosplay on Facebook

Uta no prince-sama: Ichinose Tokiya and Ittoki Otoya 04

愛故Diving …And rising ハートが
My heart is diving …and rising with love!
導くMusic まるごと 虹になる
This guiding music's entirety will become a rainbow!

I’ll go to next
I’ll try to all

さあ
Come on,
駆け抜けろ
Let's run though
ドアの先へ
That door ahead!

道の果てには何があるのだろう？
What will be at this road's end?
まだ見ぬ光の先 ワクワクがまってるさ
Where the light is excitedly waiting unseen!
始めよう物語
Let's begin this story!

“Roulette”
Lyrics by: Kasi Time
Translated by: ☽ Moonlit Sanctuary ☾

What an adorable cosplay pair! Otoya is cosplayed by Masami and Tokiya? You might remember this cosplayer! She was featured before cosplaying Ikki from Amnesia! So please be sure to support Zixell via her Archive, Facebook, Twitter, and World Cosplay! Thanks to Hitori for sending this in!

Source: Zixell on World Cosplay
First Seen on: Uta no Prince-Sama Roleplay on Facebook

Fate/Stay Night: Saber 18

記憶の波間に浮かんでる横顔
The side of face, floating between the waves of memory, 伸ばした指からこぼれ
Spill through the extended fingers. 陽炎の向こう揺らめいた景色は
The scene seen through rising heat, wavering, 幻としても愛しいもの
is a illusious yet lovely thing.

涙の意味さえ解らずにいたこと
Understanding not even the meaning of tear 幸せと言えた不幸
Is a misfortune called “happiness”. 言葉にできない切なさのカケラが
The fragments of pain, which cannot be expressed in words, 瞳にあふれてく
Overflow in the eyes.

“My Dream”
Lyrics by Anime Lyrics
Translation by Mirror Moon

Isn’t she beautiful? I really love the pose, and the intensity in the cosplayer’s eyes! Although it looks like she’s in construction site? There are a lot of hollow blocks in the background!

Anyway, if anyone knows who the cosplayer is, please let me know! Thanks to Olivia for sending this in!

Source: Land of Otaku

Ano Hana: “Menma” Honma Meiko 02

When Menma first appeared in front of Yadomi Jinta, she has aged somewhat, but she still retains her childlike speech patterns and tendencies. She is also clothed in the same white dress that wore on the day she died. Although Jinta is the only one who can see or hear her, Menma appears to have the ability to interact with the world around her. In one episode, she even cooked ramen for Jinta to eat!

Just in case there are readers who aren’t familiar with Ano Hana, the full title of this anime is “Ano Hi Mita Hana no Namae o Bokutachi wa Mada Shiranai” (The Flower We Saw That Day), but it is more commonly referred to as Ano Hana since the title is so long.
 
Anyway, doesn’t SeeU look adorable as Mena? If you love SeeU’s cosplays, please don’t forget to visit her Weibo account to support her! Thanks again to Ruby for sending this in!

Source: 小柔SeeU on Facebook

Final Fantasy XIII-2: Noel Kreiss

A cocky yet soft-spoken individual, Noel Kreiss is a self-sufficient hunter  who suffers from amnesia due to the effects of a time paradox. As he is from a future where humans are almost extinct, Noel has trouble with his speech and can be very straight-forward. He loves to explore new places and meet new people, but he tends to be overprotective, evident with his first meeting with Serah despite hardly knowing her.

Just look at that amazing weapon! The details for this cosplay are absolutely stunning!

If you love this cosplay, please be sure to support Japanese cosplayer, Yuu Asaka on her Archive, Blog, Cure, Tumblr, Twitter, or World Cosplay accounts! Thanks to Louie for sending this in!

Source: U5 (yuu asaka) on World Cosplay

Ghost in the Shell: Kusanagi Motoko 03

I’m sure everyone’s heard about it by now, but I wanted to hear what CH readers think about this and feature Scarlett Johansson on Cosplay Holic too.

For me, I’m not that upset that she’s portraying Major Kusanagi in the Hollywood adaptation. From this first look, I’m actually pretty excited about this film. I am wondering why they didn’t hire an Asian actress to play the Major’s role, but at the same time, Major Kusanagi always felt like a tall, heavy individual to me. She’s half-cyborg after all, and I’m thinking Asian actresses standing side-by-side with other Caucasian actors might make her look petite? Maybe?

Then again, with that Dragon Ball Movie fiasco, I guess I can understand where the haters are coming from. Hopefully, Hollywood has learned from their mistake? At least we have Snow White and the Huntsman’s director, Rupert Sanders behind the scenes.

For now, I guess we can only wait and see for the 31st of March 2017 release.

Source: Gizmodo

Vocaloid 2: Kagamine Len and Rin 12

焼けた野原に佇む子供
The children who stand on the scorched plains 
無力なその手で 墓を掘り続ける
continue to dig graves with their powerless hands

戦場の跡で 名も知らぬ少年と
Atop the scarred battlefield, they covered the bodies 
残った躯達に土を被せた
of nameless boys and the remaining corpses, with earth

奪い、奪われ 残った絶望
Steal, be stolen from, what remains in despair 
憎み合う果てに
The consequence of mutual loathing 冷えた骸を抱いて
As I embrace a cold corpse, 
温かな瞳が閉じていくその度、
Each time still-warm eyes begin to shut 
咽び泣いた
I sobbed choked with tears

“Nemesis of the Ruined Kingdom”
Lyrics and Translation by
Vocaloid Lyrics

Aren’t they sweet? Too bad we can’t really see the cosplayers’ faces, but the way they’re posed fits the song quite well too! Thanks again to Raymond for sending this in!

Source: Picasa

Fushigi Yuugi: Yuki Miaka 03

Miaka is an outgoing, optimistic individual who has a tendency to be guileless and sentimental. Although she seems naive, she tends to surprise people with her insightful comments. She can be generous to a fault, and cares greatly for others, perceiving herself to be a considerate person.

Miaka also loves to eat, and is interested in any types of food. She is also an avid fan of anime, imitating several characters during the course of the story.

What do you guys think of Tanaka Reina’s portrayal of Miaka? You might recognize her as a former member of Morning Musume, and now the current leader of the four-member girls band, “LoVendoЯ”!

I’m curious, has anyone here seen the musical yet? Was it any good? Thanks again to Mica for sharing this!

Source: Amipro
First Seen on: Crunchyroll

Guilty Crown: Yuzuriha Inori 07

誰かが君のことを嘘つきと呼んで
Even if someone were to call you a liar
心無い言葉で傷つけようとしても
And try to hurt you with heartless words
世界が君のことを信じようともせずに
Or if the whole world doesn't even try to believe in you
茨の冠を被せようとしても
And try to put a crown of thorns on your head
私は君だけの味方になれるよ
I can still become a friend only to you
その孤独 痛みを私は知っている
I know of that loneliness  and that pain

so, everything that makes me whole

今君に捧げよう
I will dedicate them all to you now

I’m Yours

“My Dearest” by Anime Lyrics
Lyrics by Rei | Translation by Hinamawari

Another amazing cosplay by Chinese cosplayer, SeeU! I’m not sure if this Facebook Page is actually maintained by her or of it’s fan made, but please do continue to support her through her Weibo! Thanks to Ruby for sending this in!

Source: 小柔SeeU on Facebook

Fate/Grand Order: Ruler

Ruler is one of the Servants of the Protagonist of the Grand Order. Her True Name is Jeanne d’Arc, also known as Joan of Arc, the Saint of Orleans.

Joan was a Catholic Saint born in Domrémy, France, who claimed that she had received the command of God to fight. She heard the Lord lament that the world had changed, and that the people were compelled to become either beasts or food. Joan later liberated Orléans in the Hundred Years’ War.

I think Jeanne has become my new favorite character, just a little above Saber. I used to read about Joan of Arc when I was in high school and admired how brave she was to fight for God.

In any case, if anyone happens to know who this cosplayer, please let me know so that I can properly credit her! Thanks to Jeanne D'Arc for sharing this!

Source: Jeanne D'Arc (Ruler) on Google+

China's Cosplay Boom

I was watching NHK Newsline yesterday and saw an interesting segment about “China’s Growing Love Affair with Cosplay”. Apparently, cosplay events are being held in Beijing every weekend! That’s right, every weekend!!!

And this hobby is not limited to the fans of anime and manga. A politician from the city of Shaoxing is cosplaying in order to promote local tourists spots where plum flowers were in bloom. And she is getting a lot of positive reactions for her photos!

One cosplayer, Liu Siqi, is a freshman at a university who says cosplaying allows her to escape from reality. And that she likes meeting and making new friends through events.

I’m sure a lot of cosplayers will agree with Liu, but events every weekend? If that were to happen in the Philippines, I wonder if event organizers would be able to earn any profit? What’s more, cosplaying is a fairly expensive hobby!

If you’re interested in the full article, or if you’d like to watch the video, please visit NHK’s website. I’m curious though, would you attend cosplay events occurring every weekend if it happened in your country? Would you cosplay as well, or look around?

Also, if anyone knows who they are cosplaying as, please do let me know so that I can add a proper tag for them!

Source: NHK World

Zootopia: Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde

Judy Hopps, a bunny from rural Bunnyburrow, fulfilled her childhood dream in becoming the first rabbit officer of Zootopia. However, even though she graduated at the top of her class, Chief Bogo still doubts her potential and assigned her to parking duty. She later meets Nick Wilde and Finnick, partners in crime, during one of her shifts.

Well, aren’t these two the cutest couple you’ve ever seen? Please support Chinese cosplayers SeeU and Xiao Xiao Bai as Judy and Nick respectively by visiting their Facebook pages! Thanks to Kristine for sending this in!

Source: 小柔SeeU on Facebook

Vocaloid 2: Kagamine Len and Rin 11

空想で這われた
I creep out from their daydreams 
最初から繋がってない絆が
From the beginning it was a disconnected bond 
浮かぶ感じ不安男子
Feelings that rise, but anxious boy
触れないほどもう退いて
If you don’t want to touch me that bad, then just leave

全体 feel me?
Do you feel me all over you? 
限界，君？
Are you at your limit? 
暴走しかないない毎度だけ
Nothing but going reckless every time
確かなことなら
If you’re sure about it 
そう躊躇う顔を捨て
Then throw away that timid face

“Sake★BEAT”
Lyrics and Translation by
Vocaloid Lyrics

Why is this Len so handsome?! I really hope the cosplayer is a guy or else, I don’t know what to do about these feelings! Rin-chan, please trade places with me! Anyway, thanks to Raymond for sending this in!

Source: Picasa

Fushigi Yuugi: Nakago

One of the strongest Celestial warriors among the Seiryuu, and even the Suzaku warriors, Nakago is the main antagonist of Fushigi Yuugi. He is charismatic, manipulative, and does not hesitate to eliminate those who are no longer useful to him. He has exceptional control over his chi, enabling himself to become psychokinetic as he can fire energy blasts and set up force fields. He is also skillful in using a whip and sword.

JURI, who portrayed Amame Hikaru from The Prince of Tennis live-action film, will be playing Nakago in the upcoming two-part musical adaptation of Fushigi Yuugi entitled “Shu no Shou”! The play will be performed 15 times at Owlspot in Tokyo from April 8 to 17, 2016. Tickets are now available on Amipro Ticket Service, but according to Crunchyroll, tickets for April 9,16, and 17 are already sold out.

Personally, the cast looks pretty impressive! But I’ll be posting only my favorites on this blog. If you’d like to see the whole cast yourself, feel free to head on over to Crunchyroll! Thanks to Mica for sending this in!

Source: Crunchyroll

Card Captor Sakura: Yue 04

In contrast to his kind and gentle alter-ego, Yue is a serious and aloof individual who is extremely loyal to Clow Reed. Similarly, although Yukito is fond of Sakura, Yue is reluctant to accept her. As the series progresses, however, Yue begins to respond to Sakura’s request that, rather than being his master, she wanted to be his friend.

This series of photos of Loki Heart cross-playing shocked me; in a very good way! I’ve always admired her cosplays as female characters, but I never thought she would cosplay one of my favorite male characters! (Although technically, CLAMP did state that Yue is neither human nor male!)

Please support her in her new Facebook Page: Loki Heart! Thanks again for letting me feature this!

Source: Loki Heart on Facebook

Sailor Moon S: Tenou Haruka

Although Haruka is female, she is known to use her androgynous appearance to complicate the perception of her gender. In her first appearance in the series, she is dressed similar to Tuxedo Mask instead of a Sailor Soldier (although this form is never discussed again). She is also extremely flirtatious and loves to tease pretty girls. However, when it comes to her relationship to Michiru, Haruka’s boldness becomes that of protectiveness, as she finds it impolite to discuss romantic matters in public.

Wow, just… wow! LadaSever definitely looks like Haruka! Please do give her your support by visiting her Deviant Art! Thanks to Kira for sending this in!

Source: LadaSever on Deviant Art

Kamigami no Asobi: Hades Aidoneus

Hades Aidoneus is the Greek God of the Underworld, who is Apollon’s Uncle and Zeus’ older brother. He is a quiet individual who distances himself from others as he believes himself to be unlucky and cursed. Despite his cold, unapproachable appearance, he is actually kind and gentle on the inside.

Hades’ cosplayer is Hyuga Nozomi from Japan! Would you be surprised to know that Hyuga is actually female? I was definitely taken aback! She looks just like Hades here!

As usual, please support the cosplayer though her Archive, Twitter, and World Cosplay! Thanks to Mikichan for sending this in!

Source: 日向 望 on World Cosplay

Touken Ranbu: Tsurumaru Kuninaga 02

Tsurumaru’s name uses the kanji “鶴” which could also mean “crane”. The crane is said to be a symbol of fortune and longevity in Japan, but Tsurumaru historically brought ruin to his chain of masters. Nevertheless, he is still the best preserved blade from the Heian perios despite his turbulent history.

Doesn’t Japanese cosplayer Mikado look absolutely stunning? Please be sure to send her your messages and support the cosplayer through Archive, Twitter, or World Cosplay! Thanks to Shio for sending this in!

Source: △ (mikado) on World Cosplay

Free!: Nanase Haruka and Tachibana Makoto 03

Rage on

眩しい光
brilliant light
鋭く目を背ける一瞬へ
Stay sharp and turn your eyes to the moment

the sun is blazing on my zealot
better nothing else to be
what I want

手にしたゼロは何だ?
what is the nothing that I got?

find delight in this siren

“Rage On” by Anime Lyrics
with transliteration by Chokoreeto
and translation by bambooXZX

Don’t KumaQi and XiLou make a lovely pair of cosplayers for Free!? I wonder how they managed to get this shot… Did they hire a photographer or rent a pool? Maybe they used an underwater camera? Either way, it’s a very lovely photo! Thanks to Mica for sending this in!

Source: 夕楼76 Shiro on Facebook

Amnesia Cast 02: Kent, Shin, Ukyo, Toma, and Ikki

注がれる運命が
My fate that rains down
両手を満たしていく
Fills up both of my hands.
私ひとりだけじゃ　足りない
But my hands alone are not enough.

あふれてしまう前に
Before it overflows...

受け止めて　支えていて

Accept me, support me,

少しだけでも
Even if just a little,
無意味な世界なんて無いと
I can make a tomorrow that you are able to believe
信じるための明日をつくりあげるの
That there is no such thing as a world without meaning.
もう諦めたりしないから
I won’t give up anymore.

“Zoetrope”
Lyrics by Crimson Silk
Translation by Sarah Nelkin

I wonder why this particular series draws me in, even though I have never played the game nor have I even seen the anime? I even bought the art book at the Manila International Book Fair, even though it was the browsing copy… I guess it sold out pretty quickly. Not surprising though, because the artwork is really amazing.

Anyway, I believe this set of cosplayers have done the characters justice, wouldn’t you agree? Thanks to Elbereth for sharing this!

Source: Elbereth Gilthoniel Bathory on Google+

EDIT: Thanks to Hitori for letting me know that Ikki's cosplayer is Zixell from World Cosplay! The others that we know of are UM as Kent, Yapa as Toma, and Nia as Ukyo!

Uta no Prince-sama: Prince Parka

君と信じたこの夢は
This dream that I’ve believed in with you
何よりも輝くよ
Shines brighter than anything!
一緒に歩いて行けるのなら
As long as we can walk forward together,
怖くないんだ
I won’t be afraid

間違いないって証明するよ
We’ll prove it beyond a doubt,
これが真実のharmony
This is the harmony of truth!

Chase the chance
Chase my dream
Chase your love

“SHINE”
Lyrics by: Uta-Net
Translations by: ☽ Moonlit Sanctuary ☾

Wow, they’re complete and in character too! Unfortunately, I don’t know much about this photo since it was sent to me via email, and the sender, Reijin, would also like to know if anyone has any idea who the cosplayers are! Please do post your comments in the form below and let us know, thank you very much!

Source: SINA

DC Comics: Jokers and Harley Quinns

“Wait for me, Mister J!”

Well, I guess, it’s the season of love after all! This is so amusing, I can’t stop watching it!

If any of the cosplayers happen to pass by my blog, please do comment below and let me know who you are so I can link and credit you! Thanks to Raymond for sharing this!

Source: Raymond R. Sison II on Facebook

Yami no Matsuei: Muraki Kazutaka and Tsuzuki Asato 03

ぬれた瞳の奥蒼い月は
In the depths of eyes filled with tears
静かにこぼれ落ちて行く
A pale moon quietly spills over and falls

鮮やかな世界は音も無く
A brilliant world makes no sound
静かに闇に消えて行く
As it quietly disappears into the darkness

秒読みの中かけめぐる闇の中を
I run about in the dark hearing a countdown
そして新たなる時をむかえ今…
And this moment now summons a new era...

“Eden”
Lyrics by Anime Lyrics
Translation by Kannuki

Well, I suppose that opposites do attract? In some levels?

Anyway! Please do continue to support きづきさくら “Kidzuki Sakura” (Archive) and 黒蜜 “Kuromitsu” (Archive and World Cosplay)! Thanks again to Hachimitsu for sending this in!

Source: きづきさくら on Cosplayers’ Archive

Hetalia: Axis Powers: Hungary 03

Hungary was a nomadic girl who loved to chase horses on the plains. She was a tomboyish girl who believed herself to be a boy until she hit puberty. She is described to be a reliable older sister, and the manliest character in the series.

In 2008, Himaruya gave human names to some of the characters in Hetalia: Axis Powers. Hungary received the name Elizabeta Héderváry.

I still haven’t been able to read or watch this series yet, but does anyone remember this cosplayer? She is Teru Terumii, who was featured on Cosplay Holic before as Alice Baskerville and Hatsune Miku!

I hope you will continue to support her through her Blog and Facebook! Thanks to Ivan for sending this in!

Source: Teru Terumii~ (｡・ω・｡)- テルテルミ on Facebook

Kuroshitsuji: Book of Circus: Doll 02

When she is performing as a first-string member of the Noah’s Arc Circus, Doll appears to be solemn and taciturn, just like her name suggests. As Freckles, however, she has a warm, welcoming personality that is somewhat innocent. Upon first meeting Ciel Phantomhive, Doll felt it was necessary to look after and protect him. She woke him up when he overslept, shared her food with him, and taught him to become a better performer. She readily believed Ciel’s lies, something the other members reprimanded her for multiple times.

Isn’t she adorable? Rin is an Italian-Vietnamese cosplayer, and she already has a lot of cosplays in her Facebook page! Please do support her! And also, please support her photographer, Marcello Masiero! Thanks again to Marcello for sending this in!

Source: Rin – Cosplay Project on Facebook