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The Lord of the Rings: Galadriel

2012-01-25T07:14:00.000-08:00

Even among the Eldar she was accounted beautiful, and her hair is held a marvel unmatched. It is golden like the hair of her father and of her foremother Indis, but richer and more radiant, for its gold is touched by some memory of the starlike silver of her mother; and the Eldar say that the light of the Two Trees, Laurelin and Telperion, has been snared in her tresses.

“Goddess” by Fairytale Destruction

I’m a huge fan of the Lord of the Rings, and you have no idea how much I love this cosplay. Fairytale Destruction makes such a perfect Galadriel! I’m completely speechless! Thanks to Colleen for sending this in!

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Chrono Trigger: Glenn

2012-01-24T07:44:00.000-08:00

Presumably a squire under Cyrus, Glenn was a “Knight of the Square Table” who had a notably close, although platonic, relationship with Queen Leene. He later witnessed Cyrus’ death in the hands of Magus, and was shortly after transformed into an anthropomorphic frog by the dark mage. He was then known simply as “Frog” or “Kaeru” in the Japanese version, and Glenn dedicated his life to his Queen, vowing to avenge Cyrus by killing Magus.

It’s interesting to note that this is Negative Dreamer’s real hair, first dyed blond then dyed green. Now that’s what I call dedication! Thanks to Vanessa for suggesting this!

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Saint Seiya: Leo Aiolia

2012-01-23T07:20:00.000-08:00

When the Pope summoned Aiolia and the Scorpio Gold Saint, Milo to his hall, he explained to them the that Gold Cloths of Aries, Libra, and Sagittarius were no longer in the Sanctuary. He then ordered Aiolia to go to Japan in order to find the Gold Cloth of Sagittarius and kill Kido Saori and her renegade Bronze Saints. This was Aiolia task for him to prove that he is worthy as a Gold Saint.

Here’s a cosplay from a series you don’t get to see everyday, and it’s quite well done right down to the hair detail. Thanks again to Billy for sending this in! First found on ShroomCos’ Tumblr!

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Final Fantasy VII Advent Children: Tifa Lockhart 11

2012-01-22T07:26:00.000-08:00

Outside of the Final Fantasy series, Tifa has appeared in many other games, including Ehrgeiz as an unlockable character and an optional boss. In Kingdom Hearts II, she appears in her Advent Children attire, searching for Cloud while fighting various Heartless along the way. In LittleBigPlanet 2, Tifa is featured as a downloadable character model. She has also appeared in the electronic board games Itadaki Street Special and Itadaki Street Portable.

Another stunning Tifa! And she looks Caucasian to me, which is a nice change. Thanks to Nell for sending this in!

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Bleach: Ishida Uryuu 03

2012-01-21T07:01:00.000-08:00

Generally shy and quiet, Ishida Uryuu has a tendency to try and act “cool” when he is around other people. After Kurosaki Ichigo attained shinigami (soul reaper; death god) powers from Kuchiki Rukia, Ishida confronted him in an attempt to prove that Quincies like himself are superior. Ishida distrusts the shinigami because his grandfather, Ishida Souken, was killed by the shinigami right in front of him.

This is pretty cool! Especially since the cosplayer has a similar cross that Ishida had during the first season of the anime. Thanks to Mika for sending this in!

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Fate/Zero: Assassin Sayid

2012-01-20T07:48:00.001-08:00

Appearing only for a short time in the anime series, the assassin Sayid was said to have had no specialization in any particular skill. Thus, he was used as a decoy to make the other masters of the 4th Holy Grail War believe that Kotomine Kirei and Assassin were defeated by Tohsaka Tokiomi, which allowed the rest of the Assassins to roam about freely without being detected.

Cosplayer Hisui-Facist makes a great looking Sayid! Although we didn’t get to see much of this character, this is what Hisui wrote:

I decided to cosplay the very 1st personality of the Fate/Zero Assassin, a personality called “Sayid”. I admire him for his superhuman speed and agility; being able to dodge the various defenses and obstacles he was confronted with.

Well, I’m sure a lot of people are now admiring your work and maybe even think twice about the character. Thanks again for sending this! And thank you as well to Clee Andro, the photographer, and Kim Tan, the make-up artist!

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D. Gray-Man: Kanda Yu 05

2012-01-19T07:30:00.000-08:00

WARNING: This article contains spoilers. Please read at your own risk!

Second Exorcist Kanda Yu refuses to die until he finds a “certain person”, revealed to be a female Exorcist whose brain was placed into fellow Second Exorcist, Alma Karma. Kanda was the second Second Exorcist to awaken and was initially hostile towards Alma, but the two eventually became friends. When Kanda began to remember his past life, the people behind the Synthetic Disciple Project made the decision to terminate him, but Alma managed to rescue him.

Another fantastic cosplay by Rainer Tachibana! Please hop on over to her Deviant Art Gallery for more of her awesome work! First found on Cosplay Endless’ Tumblr!

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Loveless: Agatsuma Soubi and Kaidou Kio

2012-01-18T07:59:00.000-08:00

Fellow art student and classmate of Soubi’s, Kaidou Kio claims to be one of Soubi’s only friends and he shows this friendship by flirting with him. Truthfully, Kio is fascinated with Soubi’s art style and skill which is what led his desire to become friends with Soubi. Soubi, on the other hand, became interested in Kio because of the tattoo on his back, and the vow he took when he got it.

Great cosplay! I don’t get to see a lot of good Kio cosplayers, so this is quite rare for me! First found on Yun Koga – Loveless’ Tumblr!

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Kuroshitsuji: Ran-Mao

2012-01-17T07:59:00.000-08:00

With her name literally meaning “blue cat”, Ran-Mao is often seen with the Chinese noble and President of the British Branch of a Chinese Trading Company, Lau. She was first introduced to be Lau’s sister, not by blood, and later revealed to be his personal assassin. Ran-Mao rarely speaks and has a very doll-like demeanor.

Awesome cosplay by Hana McDowell! Great detailing and fantastic pose as well! First found on Cosplay Ninja’s Tumblr!

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Pangya: Kooh 03

2012-01-16T07:00:00.000-08:00

Although she is still quite young, Kooh is a very capable Pirate Captain of her father’s crew, and no one dares to sail into the Bartos when Kooh is there. This rough and tumble girl may like weapons, cannons, (and blaming her crew for just about everything), she shows her girlier side with her hobby of collecting dolls.

She’s so cute! Just like my favorite character in the game! First found this on Sakura Harutsuki’s Tumblr!

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Vocaloid 2: Megurine Luka 14

2012-01-15T06:47:00.000-08:00

Rurara
O Hanaba take kitchin
Yume to kū sō māburu mo yō

Rurara
Reshipi wa arimasen
O sukina fureibā de kanadete yo
Shinamonbēkarī

Sutoroberīfīrudo no naka
Futa go no cherī korogashite sumairu
Pinku iro no atorie de purinsesu wa
Omekashi chiyuu

“Cinnamon Roll” Lyrics by
VocaloidP3

Looks like another cosplayer’s decided to wear Megurine Luka’s Cinnamon Roll Princess Outfit! And both cosplayers look very good! Thanks again to Yuri for sending this in!

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Trinity Blood: Lilith Sahl

2012-01-14T07:06:00.000-08:00

Lilith Sahl by ~middeneaht on deviantART

The prototype for Cain, Abel, and Seth, Lilith is the fourth of the test tube babies created for the Mars Colonization Project by the United Nations' Scientists. She was in charge of the Health Care area and usually the voice of reason during conflicts among the Nightroad siblings. During the war, Lilith sided with the Vatican as she wished to save humanity while the three Nightroad siblings sided with the Methuselah, also known as “vampires”.

Lilith was never shown in the anime, but I’ve recently been reading the manga and she seems like a really powerful individual. In any case, this is only the cropped version of Middeneaht’s work, but Adelhaid makes a very beautiful Lilith. Thanks again to Niena for sending this in!

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Manaka de Ikuno!!: Yuzuhara Konomi

2012-01-13T19:05:00.000-08:00

I gotta hand it to this cosplayer, her scepter(?) looks really sturdy, unlike the usual paper and card board we see in props! Since it’s probably made of wood or plastic, I bet you she can knock out any creepy otaku that comes her way!

But I digress, what character is she cosplaying anyway? One thing's for sure though: she and/or her character really loves cats! And I really like her cat ears hat! Thanks to Tokiya for sending this in!

EDIT: Thanks to anon for letting me know this is Yuzuhara Konomi from Manaka de Ikuno!!

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Angel Beats!: Nakamura Yuri 05

2012-01-13T07:34:00.000-08:00

Because of her design similarities to Suzumiya Haruhi, the creators were heavily criticized by many of Haruhi’s fans at the release of the Angel Beats! series. Not only that, but Yuri’s organization, the “SSS” is also similar to Haruhi’s “SOS”. Nonetheless, writer Maeda Jun said that his inspiration for Yuri’s character is Amagi Yukiko from the game Shin Megami Tensei: Persona 4, his favorite character in the said game.

I’m still confused as to why the cosplayers are wearing their swimsuits in the middle of winter. Not that any of the guys are complaining, I’m sure. Thanks to Hoshii for sending this in!

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K-On!: Hirasawa Yui 06

2012-01-12T07:55:00.000-08:00

Yui is apparently allergic to air conditioning, but she can’t stand being too hot or too cold in general. She is, however, immune to heat strokes for some reason or other.

Now correct me if I’m wrong, but Comiket 81 occurred during winter, didn’t it? Yui, aren’t you too cold in that swimsuit? Better cover up quickly before you catch a cold! Thanks to Paul for sending this in!

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Uta no Prince-sama: Hijirikawa Masato and Nanami Haruka

2012-01-10T07:47:00.001-08:00

One snowy day, Hijirikawa Masato was walking outside when he heard someone singing. Nanami Haruka was leading a group of children in the playground, singing “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star”, her favorite childhood lullaby. Her sincerity in her music stirred something inside Masato and from that day forth, he began to have dreams and aspirations of his own.

Alright, I confess, I don’t really like Masato much in the game, but I guess the anime toned down on his… whininess. Cosplayers are Senra-tsun (閃羅つん) as Masato and Shun (春しゅん) as Haruka!

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Defense of the Ancients: Lina Inverse, the Slayer

2012-01-09T07:16:00.000-08:00

One of the deadliest offensive spellcasters in the game, Lina is capable of killing heroes with one combo of her spells. Her two main spells, “Dragon Slave” and “Light Strike Array”, both provide a large Area of Effect combo. She also has the most powerful single-target spell in the game: the Laguna Blade.

I’m not completely sure she’s cosplaying Lina, since her costume is partially covered because of her pose, and I’ve never played DotA before. But that’s what the contributor, Gabrielle said, so I’m sticking with this until someone says otherwise! Thanks again for the email!

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Shin Megami Tensei: Persona 4: Satonaka Chie 02

2012-01-08T07:22:00.000-08:00

An upbeat girl who has an obsession with Kung Fu, Satonaka Chie described to be friendly, cheerful, and energetic, but she also has a short temper. She is best friends with Amagi Yukiko, but is secretly envious of Yukiko’s feminine side and talents. This rings true when Chie entered the TV World and meets her Shadow who represented her jealousy.

A great pose and cosplay of Chie! I think the people in the background are actually the rest of the Persona 4 cast, but I guess Chie was ready to pose before her cast mates were. Thanks again to Andrew for sending this in!

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Touhou Project: Izayoi Sakuya 04

2012-01-07T19:20:00.000-08:00

WARNING: This article contains spoilers, please read at your own risk!

In Touhou Project 10.5: Scarlet Weather Rhapsody, Sakuya was initially commanded by Remilia Scarlet to find all possible suspects behind the strange weather. When Remilia grew tired of “questioning”, she then ordered Sakuya to personally find and deal with the culprit. After doing so, she told Reimu where to find the culprit and helped rebuild the Hakurei Shrine after it was destroyed for the second time.

That’s an interesting outfit for Sakuya. I wonder if this an official costume or a fan-made one? Thanks again to 4chanatic for sending this in!

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Steins;Gate: Makise Kurisu 02

2012-01-07T07:10:00.000-08:00

A neuroscience researcher at an American university, Kurisu has had her research published in the academic journal “Sciency” at the young age of 18. She is extremely talented and and even skipped a grade in the American school system. Despite all her accomplishments, she does not get along with her father and has not spoken to him for many years.

Beautiful cosplayer from Comiket 81! I wonder if that’s her real hair or a wig? Thanks again to 2chmod for sending this in!

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Orix Buffaloes: BuffaloBell

2012-01-06T19:20:00.000-08:00

Well, what can you expect? It is Comiket Season, so there will be a ton of awesome cosplays that I don’t know about!

Now, I’m not much of a sports fan to begin with, and that doesn’t change much when it’s an anime or manga series. But I can’t seem to shake off the feeling that this isn’t even from an anime. I think she’s a baseball mascot from a real team, and Japan is well-known for its love of baseball.

I’m going to need your help as usual with this one guys! Thanks again to 4chanatic for sending this in!

EDIT: Thanks to anon for pointing out this is BuffaloBell from the Oric Buffaloes! For once, my guess ringed true, she really is a baseball mascot! I guess the Japanese really love baseball!

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Rozen Maiden: Shinku 05

2012-01-06T07:57:00.000-08:00

Being the fifth Rozen Maiden, Shinku's name could also be a play on the Japanese pronunciation of the word "cinq", which is French for the number five. Nevertheless, Shinku in Japanese could mean Reiner Rubin or Crimson.

Shinku is a true lady and a pacifist who doesn’t want to fight against her sisters. Her presence in the Sakurada home has led to other Rozen Maidens appearing there.

A really cute Shinku from Comiket 81! It looks like her dress is made of velvet! Not to mention that her face looks like porcelain! A true doll! Thanks to Andrew for sending this in!

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Rurouni Kenshin: Makimachi Misao

2012-01-05T07:58:00.000-08:00

Born in Kyoto Prefecture in November 1863, Makimachi Misao is the granddaughter of the former Okashira of the Oniwabanshuu. She was in the care of the last leader, Shinomori Aoshi, until he, Han’nya, Shikijo, Beshimi, and Hyottoko left her to Kashiwazaki Nenji, also known as Okina of the Oniwabanshuu, when she was eight. She and Okina formed a strong bond, but in her mind, Aoshi was still the best.

I can’t believe there’s a cosplay for my favorite character from this classic series! I guess with the new live action movie coming out, fans won’t miss the chance to show their support through cosplay! Thanks again to Ingrid for sending this in!

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Vocaloid 2: Hatsune Miku 25

2012-01-04T07:58:00.000-08:00

Kimi ga ita sekai wa ima mo
The world you were with me in is still
Boku no kokoro de samayou
Wandering in my heart

Tōku hanareta ima mo
You're far from me but still
kono koe ga kikoe masu ka
Can you hear my voice?

Tōi hi no sora o miage te
Looking up to the sky of those days
Tsunagu omoi sagashi teta
I tried finding feelings that could connect to you

“Kimi to Sekai” Lyrics and Translation by
Vocalochu

She's probably one of the cutest Miku's I've ever seen! And seeing that there are already 25 Miku features in Cosplay Holic, that's saying a lot. Thanks again to Fumiki for sending this in!

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Ore no Imoto ga Konna ni Kawaii Wake ga Nai: Goko Ruri aka Kuroneko 04

2012-01-03T07:43:00.000-08:00

In the anime, Ruri began calling Kosaka Kyosuke “Nii-san” because of two reasons: one is her wish to have an older brother and the other is simply to annoy Kosaka Kirino. However, it was also revealed that she was hinting some affection towards Kyosuke, as she later gives him a kiss on the cheek. In the light novels, Kuroneko became Kyosuke’s first lover by the seventh volume, but they broke up in the very next book.

There’s no way Kuroneko is this cute! But she is! Another awesome cosplay from Comiket 81! I really love this maid outfit version of her more than her gothic one. Thanks again to Miki for sending this in!

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Mahou Shoujo Madoka Magica: Kyubey

2012-01-02T07:28:00.000-08:00

A genderless extra terrestrial being posing as a familiar, Kyubey can grant any wish to a certain girl on the condition that she becomes a magical girl who fights against witches. When the chosen girl makes a contract with him, he extracts her soul and places it inside a Soul Gem, reconstructing their body into a more resistant shell able to withstand magical battles. He can only be seen or heard by magical girls as well as those with magical potential.

Comiket 81 has come and gone, but the photos remain to be featured! Thanks for the flood of photos once again, guys! I will do my best to try and keep up with all the requests. Thanks again to 2chmod for sending this in!

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Tokyo NicoNico Cospllection

2012-01-01T19:59:00.000-08:00

On the 4th of December 2011, Nico Nico, in cooperation with Japan’s largest cosplay community website “Cure”, came together to introduce the world to Japanese Cosplay Culture.

Niconico’s special stage replicated each cosplayer’s world in detail using 360 degree LED screens accompanied by powerful sound systems! Top cosplayers from popular anime series including Tiger and Bunny, Mahou Shoujo Madoka Magica, Final Fantasy, Touhou Project, and even Vocaloid made their appearances on stage!

If you missed the event like I did, you can download the show through torrent. If you’re a cosplay fan, this is a rare chance for you to see your favorite cosplayers moving ~~and without photoshop~~! Even Kipi made a special appearance dressed as Hatsune Miku!

Thanks to Marcello for letting me know about this! For now, I will leave you with a video of Danceroid members Ikura, Aikawa Kozue, Yuzuki, and Maam performing Maji Love 1000% from Uta no Prince-sama!

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Otome Youkai Zakuro: Zakuro

2012-01-01T07:31:00.000-08:00

An impulsive, half-spirit girl with fox ears on the top of her head, Zakuro is chosen to be a spirit representative in the Ministry of Spirit Affairs. However, she is opposed to the idea of forming the Ministry and believes allowing humans and their Jesuit ideas into the manor is disgusting. She did become smitten with Agemaki Kei when they were first partnered together, but her her opinion of him changes when she finds out he is afraid of spirits.

I’m constantly and pleasantly surprised by Z3LL’s photography skills. What a great photo to start the new year with! Thanks to Kaika, the cosplayer, as well as to Stilzkin for sending this in! Happy 2012 everyone!

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Final Fantasy VII Advent Children: Cloud Strife 07

2011-12-31T06:31:00.000-08:00

I've featured Kaname in his Cloud cosplay twice in Cosplay Holic already, but never have I featured him in a video… reading doujinshi?!

Messing around at Anime Expo 2009, Kaname reading doujinshi for a bunch of people.

The Plasticgrl

I guess now people can’t deny that ~~Cloud~~ Kaname is real!

Happy New Year everyone! Thank you for all your patience and support for Cosplay Holic. I sincerely hope this will be another year of amazing cosplays and cosplayers!

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Mulan: Fa Mulan

2011-12-30T06:38:00.000-08:00

Look at me
I will never pass for a perfect bride
Or a perfect daughter
Can it be
I'm not meant to play this part?

Now I see
That if I were truly to be myself I would break my family's heart…

When Fa Mulan heard about her elderly father, the only man in her family, Fa Zhou, being forced to join the military, she decided to disguise herself as a man and take his place. When Fa Zhou learned about this, he prayed to his family ancestors, who ordered their “Great Stone Dragon” to protect her. Little did they know that the Great Stone Dragon failed to awaken and that Mushu, a much smaller dragon, was the one who went forth to protect Mulan.

Please note that this is only a cropped version of xmonk3yx’s cosplay of Mulan. Be sure to check out the original in her Deviant Art account to see the whole image! Thanks again to Niena for sending this in!

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Bakemonogatari: Hanekawa Tsubasa and Hachikuji Mayoi

2011-12-29T06:38:00.000-08:00

Two different characters that Araragi Koyomi encounters, Tsubasa is the main character of “Tsubasa Cat” while Mayoi is the main character of “Mayoi Snail”.

Tsubasa is Koyomi’s classmate and the class representative. She was possessed by a bakeneko during Golden Week due to stress over her family. Although it was resolved with Oshino Shinobu’s help at the cost of her own memories, problems emerged right before the school festival because of a different form of stress.

Mayoi, on the other hand, is the ghost of a fifth-grade elementary school girl who was killed in a traffic accident when she was trying to reach her mother’s house. She can only be seen by people who do not wish to reach their destination.

That’s the same Mayoi from more than a year ago! Good thing I remembered her, otherwise, I would have added this to the Unknown Section again! Thanks again to Lorelei for sending this in!

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Gankutsuou: Le Comte de Monte Cristo and Haydée Tebelin

2011-12-28T06:03:00.000-08:00

Haydée Tebelin is a skilled harp player who is one of the members of Le Comte de Monte Cristo's estate. Once the former princess of the planet Janina, she and her mother were sold to slavery when her father was betrayed and murdered. She was eventually rescued by the Count, and deep feelings began to grow over time.

This is only a cropped version of Melli and Konzert Junky’s “Epic” cosplay, so please visit her Deviant Art to see the original photo and all its fine details. Thanks to Konzert Junky for letting me feature this!

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Soul Calibur II: Amy Sorel

2011-12-27T06:36:00.000-08:00

Once a poor orphan who lived on the streets of Rouen, Amy Sorel’s parents died of a plague known as the Black Death which spread across all of Europe during her time. Having no other family to turn to, she came across a man named Raphael Sorel, who was being chased by the local authorities. She hid Raphael from the soldiers, for she herself feared them as they ran her poverty-stricken town. Raphael felt that he needed to repay her for saving his life, and took her in to raise her as his own daughter.

That is one amazing cosplayer. Does anyone know who she might be? This was taken at Hanami 2011 in Ludwigshafen, Germany, and the photographer, Craoz, is looking for who this cosplayer is so that he can credit her as well. Thanks again to Niena for sending this in!

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Yu Yu Hakusho: Botan

2011-12-26T06:12:00.000-08:00

The grim reaper or guide to the Underworld, Botan's task is to ferry souls of the deceased to face their final judgment. She also acted as Yusuke’s assistant and trainer when he started out his tenure as an underworld detective. She taught him how to use various detective tools, communicated messages from Koenma, and often guided him to different destinations pertaining his cases.

Cute cosplay by Ritsu (葎)! Her pose is too much like Botan that this just had to be featured! Thanks again to Mina for sending this!

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Vocaloid 2: Hatsune Miku 24

2011-12-25T15:25:00.000-08:00

Kiyoshi kono yoru
On this pure night,

Hoshi wa hikari
The stars shimmer with light

Sukui no miko wa
Child who will save us,

Mihaha no mune ni
Sleep at your mother's chest

Nemuritamou yume yasuku
Dreaming peacefully

Silent Night Lyrics and Translation from NDSGuy

Merry Christmas, Everyone~ ♥

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Codename: Sailor V: Kaitou Ace

2011-12-25T06:37:00.000-08:00

Aino Minako’s love interest in Codename: Sailor V, Kaitou Ace was an idol who appeared after an evil plot took place to make girls gain weight. He then helped the girls in Tokyo to loose weight and even had his own TV show. He fought along Sailor V against evil, in the same way that Tuxedo Mask helped Sailor Moon.

Never thought I'd see a cosplay of this character. I'm so happy Minako had such a cool partner in Sailor V! Thanks to Ranka for sending this in! You can look through the cosplayer’s gallery here.

Merry Christmas, guys! Make sure to eat some delicious food for me! ♥

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Vocaloid: Meiko 04

2011-12-24T18:14:00.000-08:00

Because Kipi has a lot of fans, this also means that there will be a lot of people who think she's “just another photoshop princess”. Even though I already posted a video of her before, here is another one made by amateur cameraman, Elpheal.

Yes, this really is her! Taken at the Singapore Toys Games & Comics convention 2011 !!!
She's really tiny, skinny , beautiful and FRIENDLY! Down to earth and all

Merry Christmas to one and all! We hope that all your dreams come true~!

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Rio: Rainbow Gate!: Rio Rollins Tachibana

2011-12-23T18:08:00.000-08:00

She’s a cute, red-haired, bishoujo, but with only a portrait shot like this, she could probably be anyone! I’d have better lucky identifying that character behind her (who’s either Kyon or Koizumi Itsuki from The Melancholy of Suzumiya Haruhi)!

But I’m sure you guys know better than I do. So please leave a comment if you know who she might be! Thanks again to Fumiki for sending this in!

EDIT: Thanks to anon for letting me know this is Rio Rollins Tachibana from Rio: Rainbow Gate!

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Angelic Layer: Athena

2011-12-23T06:58:00.000-08:00

Suzuhara Shuko’s Angel, Athena has won the National Games championship in all three years of its existence. She is the undisputed champion of Angelic Layer who can create powerballs known as Astral Emission, and fly with wings. Hikaru was able to learn Athena’s techniques during their encounter.

Superb cosplay by Maki-chama! This is such a classic anime, and I can’t believe I’ve never featured any cosplay from the series! Time to hunt for more! Thanks to Niena for sending this in!

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Gundam Seed: Flay Allster

2011-12-22T06:32:00.000-08:00

Daughter of Atlantic Federation Vice Foreign Minister George Allster, Flay Allster is a Heliopolis technical college student who is well-known within the colony for her pretty features. She has a general distrust towards Coordinators, going so far as to exaggerate her encounter with a Coordinator to convince others that they are evil. Although she portrayed herself to be nothing more than a carefree and spoiled princess, she is actually fragile, manipulative, and spiteful.

That’s a pretty convincing cosplay by Juliann Ysabel. I’m actually afraid for Kira’s sake. Thanks again to the cosplayer for allowing me to feature this!

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K-On!: Nakano Azusa 04

2011-12-21T06:40:00.000-08:00

After the original four girls graduated from Sakura High, Azusa succeeded Tainaka Ritsu as President of the Light Music Club. In the manga, Suzuki Jun and Hirasawa Ui both joined the club immediately after the seniors graduated. In the anime however, it was revealed that, to Hirasawa Yui’s delight, Jun and Ui were practicing with Azusa in preparation for the year’s school opening session. This implies that Jun and Ui joined even before the seniors graduated in the anime. Azusa gets her own storyline with Jun and Ui in the latest issue of the manga.

Another amazing cosplay by Chamaro! Twintails really do suit her, don’t they? Thanks again to Mikan for sending this!

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Tales of Xillia: Milla Maxwell

2011-12-20T07:03:00.001-08:00

With the ability to summon all four spirits of earth, water, wind, and fire, Milla claims that she is the Maxwell. Having been enshrined in the mountains, she came to the military lab when she sensed the annihilation of a large number of spirits. She shows no hesitation in fulfilling her duty of watching over the world, and is disgusted by those with no sense of responsibility.

Beautiful cosplay by Miyuko! The details of her cosplay are simply amazing and breath-taking! Thanks to Lillian for sending this in!

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Yu-Gi-Oh! Zexal: Astral

2011-12-19T06:53:00.000-08:00

A mysterious spirit whom only Tsukumo Yuma could see or hear, Astral offers his wisdom in duel tactics to Yuma in order to obtain the 100 Number Cards which are said to contain fragments of his memories. A calculating person, Astral lists his observation of Yuma as well as other human behaviors. He resides in a special world that exists within Yuma’s key; a strange ship whose parts become unlocked as Astral collects more Number cards.

I would have to agree with Cherokee here; I too think “…it's really awesome how someone could attempt and do so well at cosplaying him!” Because for one thing, full bodysuits, and for another, blue makeup. Thanks again to Cherokee for sending this in!

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Hetalia: Axis Powers: Austria

2011-12-18T17:33:00.000-08:00

A young master who loves the piano, Austria was born to fight, but was he was a weak child and often had to be assisted by his friend, Switzerland, until the two had a falling-out. Despite his high class appearance, he is actually quite frugal. He has a history of marriages, including to Hungary and one to Spain. Austria helped in raising young Italy when he became property of the Holy Roman Empire.

Lovely Austria by Yukirin Shita! I think she braided that ahoge to keep it in place, and it looks perfect! Thanks to Julia for sending this.

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Hetalia: Axis Powers: Russia 02

2011-12-18T06:25:00.000-08:00

Known for his love of sunflowers and vodka, Russia’s primary target of resentment is General Winter. This is because, despite using the cold as an advantage in war, General Winter also attacks Russia every year. Russia has a kind face, but his is mentally cracked due to the strain of his bloody history. He often says that eventually “all will become one with Russia”, and “kolkolkolkol” when he is angry.

Awesome cosplay! I’m not sure what the cosplayer’s name is, but this photo was found on ruxchcos.blogbus.com. If someone can read simplified Chinese, please do let me know! Thanks again to Yukino for sending this in!

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Fate/Stay Night: Archer and Tohsaka Rin

2011-12-17T15:56:00.000-08:00

Tohsaka Rin is one of the masters of the 5th Holy Grail War. When she tried to summon a Saber-class servant, she accidentally called Archer, who is well adept in bare-handed fighting, armed combat, Magecraft, and even housework. Her failure in summoning is partially due to her lack of formal magic education, but she is considered to be extremely powerful in her own right.

Another beautiful cosplay by Kanda Midori! I wonder who she is with this time? That cosplayer looks like quite an impressive Archer. Thanks to Edwin for sending this in!

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Fate/Zero: Saber

2011-12-17T06:00:00.000-08:00

Saber is known in Fate/Zero as the King of Knights, and she maintains a high code of honor. Although Emiya Kiritsugu is her Master and they are both seeking the same ultimate goal of peace, they have different ideological perspectives. As a result, their relationship is strained and Kiritsugu does not directly acknowledge her.

It’s nice to see a cosplayer wearing Saber’s black suit. This is one of my favorite outfits for the character. Thanks again to Warren for sending this!

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Touhou Project: Houraisan Kaguya

2011-12-16T18:29:00.000-08:00

I thought I'd finished going through all of the unknown cosplays I had, but I guess I have more hidden away in my older folders. Looks like I have a lot more organizing to do!

To be honest, that looks more like a hanbok (the Korean national dress) than a kimono. However, this was taken in Japan’s Comiket 78, so it should be from an anime or manga, even if it is a Korean series, right?

I’ll leave you guys to tell me who she is, because I really have no clue. She’s very cute though, wouldn’t you agree? Thanks to Ingrid for sending this in!

EDIT: Thanks to anon for letting me know this is Houraisan Kaguya from Touhou Project!

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Rurouni Kenshin Live Action Trailer

2011-12-16T05:32:00.001-08:00

I was quite skeptical about this piece of news when I first heard about it. However, after viewing this 40 second trailer, I’ve realized that this possibly has all the ingredients of a very epic movie.

And they also have an all star cast:

Sato Takeru as Himura Kenshin
Takei Emi as Kamiya Kaoru
Eguchi Yosuke as Saitou Hajime
Kagawa Teruyuki as Takeda Kanryuu
Kikkawa Kouji as Udou Jine
Aoki Munetaka as Sagara Sanosuke
Taketo Tanaka as Myoujin Yahiko
Aoi Yuu as Takani Megumi

Although I have to admit, this is rather confusing. Saitou Hajime was introduced during Shishio Makoto’s arc, not Udou Jine’s. Further more, Takeda Kanryuu is the antagonist of Takani Megumi’s arc which was also before Shishio’s. This leaves me to wonder how they’ll add Saitou to the mix… Could this movie’s ending be left hanging as an intro for a second movie? There have been talks of Warner Bros. Japan wanting to turn this into a series…

Now I can’t wait for 2012.

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Yu Yu Hakusho: Yukina

2011-12-15T06:03:00.000-08:00

An ice maiden and twin sister to Hiei, Yukina escaped to the human world when she found out about her brother who was cast from the Ice Kingdom. During her search, she was captured by Tarukane Gonzo of the Black Black Club, where she was tortured for her precious crystal tears. She then hardened her heart to prevent herself from crying, even under extreme torture.

A very captivating cosplay by Yuuki of Yuuki & Yuumi (ゆうき＆ゆうみ)! I think Yukina is one of my favorite characters from the series, only third to Genkai and Kurama. Thanks to Mina for sending this in!

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Sailor Moon: Sailor Moon and Zoisite

2011-12-14T05:36:00.000-08:00

On the 29th episode of Sailor Moon, Zoisite and Kunzite (Malachite) came up with the perfect plan to obtain the Rainbow Crystals from Tuxedo Mask. Zoisite disguised himself as Sailor Moon, and Kunzite “captured” her in order to make Tuxedo Mask come to her rescue. Would they succeed before the other Sailor Senshi can figure out who the fake Sailor Moon really is?

I’m actually not sure. I can’t remember how that episode ended! But I never thought anyone would cosplay as Zoisite “cosplaying” Sailor Moon! Thanks to Tamara for sending this!

Oh, and yeah, Zoisite is actually a man in the original Japanese anime. He’s a girl in several other languages though!

EDIT: Thanks to anon for pointing out that Sailor Moon is cosplayed by Saraqael! Sara has confirmed that this is her cosplay, but her girlfriend does not have a website that I can link her to at the moment. Guess we'll have to wait and see!

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Naruto: Gaara 03

2011-12-13T04:32:00.000-08:00

A ninja affiliated with Sunagakure, Gaara is the son of the village leader, the Fourth Kazekage. When he was only a fetus, his father attempted to turn him into a human weapon by placing a tailed beast into him, and he was ostracized by the Sunagakure villagers. As a result, Gaara became a ruthless killer, slaying others without remorse, and treating his siblings Kankuro and Temari with contempt.

Awesome cosplay by Hayate (疾風)! I think she was able to capture the character perfectly, wouldn’t you agree? Character requested by tiranical!

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