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+

Gundam Seed: Lacus Clyne 04

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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

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 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

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

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

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