Evangelion: 3.0 You Can (Not) Redo: Nagisa Kaworu

The Fifth Child of the Seventh Angel, Tabris, Nagisa Kaworu was first introduced in Evangelion as a replacement pilot for Unit 02 when Soryu Asuka Langley’s synchronization levels fell below usability. When Ikari Shiji was humming Beethoven’s “Ode to Joy”, Kaworu commented that music was beautiful, and the two began to strike a friendship. It was later revealed that Kaworu was no ordinary human, but the 17th and final Angel.

Chinese cosplayers ItsukiMU and Kery have come together in one World Cosplay account, so I’m not sure which is who at this point, but they are also the same cosplayers behind Clear! Please show them your support by visiting their World Cosplay account! Thanks to Meirin for sending this in!

Source: ItsukiMU and Kery on World Cosplay

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Street Fighter II: The World Warrior: Chun Li 05

It’s pretty amazing how dedicated cosplayers can be. This video of Chloe Bruce taken during Gamescom 2010 in Germany is one of the most impressive Chun Li cosplays I’ve ever seen! It kinda makes me wish I had taken those karate lessons more seriously.

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Natsume Yujin Cho: Madara

An inugami or “dog god”, Madara was sealed away in a shrine until he was accidentally released by Natsume. Ironically, even though he is a dog, Madara ordinarily takes the shape of a maneki neko or a “lucky cat”. Natsume thus nicknames him “Nyanko-sensei”. Natsume promised to give Madara his Book of Friends when he dies, and in exchange, Madara protects Natsume and occasionally teaches him spells.

Taiwanese cosplayer SIN certainly makes a lovely Madara, wouldn’t you agree? The setting for this photo shoot was well chosen too! Please give her your support by visiting her World Cosplay account! Thanks to Tanya for sending this in!

Source: シン on World Cosplay

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Fate/Extra CCC: Saber Bride 02

まだ何も知らない
The two of us still
二人だった
Didn’t know anything
左手で儚く
With my left hand
虚無を弄った
I toyed with the fleeting nothingness
僅かな葛藤が
The slight complications
君の手を縛って
Bound your hands
未来の姿を欺\く
Deceiving the shape of the future

“Believe”
by Anime Lyrics
with transliteration by Rei
and translations by bluepenguin

Not only is the cosplay beautifully done, but Karunalyy has an amazing sword to go with it as well. Please be sure to visit her World Cosplay account and give her your support! Thanks to Lira for sending this in!

Source: 海月 on World Cosplay

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Vocaloid 2: Kamui Gakupo and Kagamine Len 02

しのぶの乱れ　限り知られず
My heart has been bewildered by you beyond imagination.
雪月花の時　君を憶う
Upon seeing the snow, moon, and flowers, I think about you.
捕われた　視線が外せない
I was unable to divert my eyes, as they had been captured
妖艶な姿で　扇子片手に
by your bewitching figure with a fan held in one hand.

篭の中の鳥は　いついつ出会う？
Just when will I meet you, the caged bird?
人を寝沈め　満月の夜に
In this mesmerizing night of the full moon.

“Transient Lunar Flower”
Lyrics and Translation by Anime Lyrics

Yuegene has so many amazing cosplays that it’s hard for me to choose which to feature! I’ll definitely be stalking her Deviant Art page for more of her latest works! Thanks to Kurumi for sending this in!

Source: Yuegene on Deviant Art

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Rurouni Kenshin: Himura Kenshin 05

After wandering for nearly ten years, Kenshin finally settled down in Kamiya Kaoru’s dojo, as she accepted him despite knowing he was once the legendary Hitokiri Battousai. That was when Kenshin began to establish lifelong friendships, including ex-enemies such as former Shinsengumi member, Saito Hajime. Unfortunately, his past would continue to catch up with him, as many individuals still desire his title as “the strongest hitokiri”.

Japanese cosplayer KGH certainly makes a wonderful Kenshin! I’ve yet to see the second and third live action movies, but I’ve been told that the first was still the best among them. Would you agree? Thanks again to Janet for sending this in!

Source: けい　の　シークレットベース on tumblr

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Noblesse: Frankenstein

A brilliant scientist with unparalleled knowledge, Frankenstein is the devoted servant of the Noblesse, Cadis Etrama Di Raizel. He is extremely organized, and hates messiness to the point of obsession. He shares his master’s compassion towards humans but can be sadistic and reckless in battle.

Recently, I’ve been reading a webcomic called “Noblesse” and I have to say, the story is well-written and the art is quite stunning. It’s no surprise that a lot of cosplayers have portrayed their favorite characters from the series, and Russian cosplayer, DioEraclea is one of them. I think she is one of the best looking Frankenstein I have seen so far, so please give her your support by visiting her Deviant Art Gallery!

Source: DioEraclea on Deviant Art

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Kamigami no Asobi: Totsuka Takeru

The Japanese God of the Sea, Takeru is a short-tempered god who gets into fights without realizing it. He doesn’t get along well with others, with the exception of his older brother Tsukito, and eventually, Yui. He does love small animals and often plays with Tsukito’s familiar, Usamaro.

Taiwanese cosplayer 田田茹 (Tian Tian Ru) makes an amazing Sea God! I never thought those hair spikes could look so natural! Thanks to Mica for sending this in!

Source: 田田茹 on World Cosplay

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Samurai Shodown 64: Shiki

Tailored to become Yuga’s servant long before she was born, Shiki’s identity and memory was damaged because of the enchanted snake tattoo Yuga used as a means to control her. She was then ordered to find a perfect body for the Dark Lord’s resurrection. Fortunately for Shiki, she found Haohmaru, the man who eventually defeated her master and freed her soul.

South Korean cosplayer, HeMi looks amazing as Shiki, doesn’t she? She has a lot more cosplays in her World Cosplay account, so please pay her a visit and give her your support! Thanks to Rai for sending this in!

Source: HeMi on World Cosplay

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Date A Live: Tokisaki Kurumi 02

The most brutal Spirit in the series, Tokisaki Kurumi has a tendency of killing people without so much as a second thought. She transferred to Shido’s class in the third volume of the novel, and is very attracted to him due to his immense power. She has revealed that she desires to eat him in order to gain a large amount of life.

Now that I know who Neneko was cosplaying as when I met her in 2013, maybe I should be grateful that she didn’t eat me… LOL! Please visit her Facebook page and give her your support!

Source: 肉感少女-Neneko on Facebook

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Fate/Unlimited Codes: Saber Lily 06

心を 全部 焼き尽くすような 絶望の隣で いつだって
Despair made it feel like my heart was all burnt out
君は すべて とかすように 笑いかけてくれてた
But you were always by my side, smiling at me as if to make it all melt away

掻き消された声
A drowned-out voice
届かない言葉
Words that don’t reach
また 躓きそうになる度に
When it felt like I was going to stumble yet again
何度も しがみついた
Over and over, I clung to you

“Ideal White”
by Anime Lyrics
with transliterated by Haze~
and translation by bluepenguin

Filipina cosplayer Mikachu’s Saber Lily armor is one of the most detailed ones I’ve seen! I wonder what materials she used to make it? It’s absolutely breath-taking! Thanks to Karen for sending this in!

Source: MIKACHU on World Cosplay

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Vocaloid: Meiko 07

胸を合わせ さぁ踊ろう
Now let’s dance, our hearts connected
恋が生まれる lala
That’s how love is born, lala
息を合わせ 手を重ねて
Let’s match our breaths and join our hands
愛を語ろう
And tell of our love

瞳合わせ さぁ踊ろう
Now let’s dance, our eyes connected
夢が生まれる ahah
That’s how dreams are born, ahah
声を合わせ さぁ今こそ
We’ll unite our voices, yes now is the time
歌が生まれる
That’s how a song is born

“Eternal Choir”
Lyrics and Translation by
Vocalochu

Honestly, I don’t think I’ll ever get tired of featuring Kipi. I wonder if I’ll get the chance to meet her one day? Thanks again to 愛子 for sending this in!

Source: ~MPzero~

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