Inuyasha: Kikyo and Inuyasha 02

Source: ~0hagaren0 on Deviant Art

Although Kikyo was reincarnated as Higurashi Kagome some five hundred years after her death, an evil sorceress named Urasue tried to pull Kagome’s soul into a clay body made from the soil in Kikyo’s grave as well as her bones and ashes. A small part of Kagome’s soul detached from her and reanimated Kikyo’s new body, but Kagome herself seems to have suffered no permanent harm. As the new Kikyo retained memories of her hast life, her feelings for Inuyasha still remain true causing a strain in Kagome and Inuyasha’s relationship.

Another amazing cosplay by Hagaren! Be sure to check out the Deviant Art gallery for more of their amazing photos! Thanks to Rui for sending this in!

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Fate/Zero: Saber and Gilgamesh

Source: Elffi on Deviant Art

During the Fourth Holy Grail War which occurred in Fate/Zero’s timeline, Gilgamesh was summoned by Tohsaka Tokiomi, Rin’s father. As he was also a king in his previous life, he immediately took an interest to Rider and Saber and participated in their exchange of philosophies on ruling as monarchs. He became fascinated with Saber as her ideals were “flawed” and she was the first person in the world to deny him.

Both Calssandra and Elffi in one cosplay shot? If this doesn’t scream epicness to you, I don’t know what will! Thanks to Michaela for sending this in!

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Unknown Cosplay #138

Source: Hexieshe

First of all, let me just say that the details of her cosplay are simply amazing! Just look at all the little ribbons and lace! Someone must have spent a long time putting this costume together for the cosplayer’s Comiket 83 debut!

But who could this girl be? The design seems too specific to be just be a random blond, French maid!

I’m beginning to wonder why there are a lot of blond anime, manga, and game characters. Anyway, thanks to Katie for sending this in!

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Trinity Blood: Esther Blanchett 02

Source: Kipi on World Cosplay

Sister Esther Blanchett met Father Abel Nightroad when he visited Saint Matthias Church investigating Count Gyula Kadar’s tyranny over Istavan. Esther was revealed to be part of a band of rebels known as the Partisans who were against Gyula and were working to oust him at any cost. Count Gyula then sent a vampire to attack the clergy of the church, and his City Military Police took the initiative to bomb Saint Matthias Church, killing Bishop Laura Vitez in the process.

Cute cosplay by Kipi! I didn’t know Esther had clothing like this until I went through Kipi’s World Cosplay account trying to find out what character she’s cosplaying. It’s definitely a nice change from her usual habit! Thanks again to Stilzkin for sending this in!

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Mahou Shoujo Lyrical Nanoha: Yagami Hayate

Source: ~MPzero~

A sweet wheel-chaired orphan, Yagami Hayate is under the care of the Wolkenritter, also known as the Cloud-Knights. Although they keep their battles a secret from her, Hayate knew that the completion of the Book of Darkness will grant her vast power, but she didn’t want it at the expense of the lives of others. However, the Book of Darkness was actually feeding off her own life force, which caused her paralysis, and would have eventually killed her if it wasn’t completed.

Beautiful cosplay by Kurosuzu Erika (黒鈴 エリカ)! And of course, another amazing photography set by ~MPzero~! I finally found his blog, so you can expect a lot more features from this photographer! Thanks again to Stilzkin for sending this in!

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Ultraman Visits the Children’s Hospital in Thailand

Source: MODxTOY

When sinister aliens and giant monsters constantly threaten civilization, a special worldwide police force known as the Science Special Search Party, or SSSP, was the only Earth organization to have high-tech weapons and vehicles, as well as extensive scientific and engineering facilities to handle the threat. However, when the situation became desperate, Hayata Shin, the Patrol's most capable member, used a power-object and artifact called the “Beta Capsule”. Whenever activated, the capsule allows Shin to transform secretly into the super-humanoid-powered giant from space, who becomes known to the people of Earth as Ultraman.

I can’t read Thai, but it’s nice how these two dressed up as Ultraman to cheer up the kids. I bet a lot of work went into those costumes, seeing as the eyes and chest list up too! I’m just not sure which Ultraman these two are, but thank you so much to Wendy for sharing this!

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Sword Art Online: Silica 02

Source: Ryan Simbul on Facebook

One of the rare beast tamers in Sword Art Online, Silica is a 13-year-old, mid-level player who owns a flying dragon named Pina. This made her quite famous and many players tried to get on her good side and some even asked her to marry them in game. She lost Pina when she ventured into the forest alone, but Kirito managed to save her and help her revive her pet.

She’s so cute! And her costume is really well detailed! Gold ribbons really do look best for these types of costumes! Thanks to Ryan for sharing this!

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Tonari no Kaibutsu-kun: Yoshida Haru and Mizutani Shizuku 02

Source: Otaku University Philippines Online on Facebook

Yoshida Haru did not like going to school mainly because most of his classmates feared his delinquent-like behavior. However, after his encounter Mizutani Shizuku, he went back to school and managed to memorize all of the high school material he missed during his absence. Although this may be considered a good thing by their teachers, Shizuku was very upset in losing her Number 1 academic rank to Haru.

Now can someone please tell me why Haru has a chicken during their class? I don’t think Shizuku’s very amused by this prank. Thanks to Kimmy for sending this in!

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Vocaloid 2: Hatsune “Snow” Miku 02

Source: Hexieshe

ねえ　覚えてますか　私の名前
Hey, do you remember my name?
肩に積もった雪を　振り払う
I shake off the piled snow falling on my shoulder.

ねえ　届いてますか　私の想い
Hey, I thought you would arrive
降り積もる雪は　止みそうにない
The snow shows no sign of letting up

“Regret Snow”
Lyrics and Translation by Vocalochu

Oh my goodness, she’s such a cute Snow Miku! And probably more comfortable in that fluffy coat compared to the other cosplayers in Japan Comiket 83. Thanks again to Fumiki for sending this in!

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Fate/Stay Night: Saber 12

Source: Hexieshe

Saber was summoned onto the Fifth Holy Grail War as the Servant of Emiya Shirou. When Lancer was revived by Tohsaka Rin’s pendant, he pursued Shirou in an attempt to kill him once more. By luck, or fate, the remnants of Irisviel’s magic circle happened to still be present in Shirou’s shed, which allowed him to summon Saber (albeit rather clumsily).

This cosplayer looks very familiar. I think she may have cosplayer Saber in one of the Comiket events in the past. Would you happen to know who she might be? Thanks again to Fumiki for sending this in!

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Doraemon: Dorami and Doraemon

Source: Hexieshe

In March 2008, Japan’s Foreign Ministry appointed Doraemon as the nation's first “anime ambassador”. The Ministry spokesman explained that the novel decision was an attempt to help people in other countries understand Japanese anime better, as well as to deepen their interest in Japanese culture. The Foreign Ministry’s action confirms that Doraemon is now considered to be a Japanese cultural icon.

On September 3, 2012, Doraemon was granted official residence in the city of Kawasaki, celebrating one hundred years before he was born.

No wonder there’s another pair of cosplayers from the series this year. I didn’t know Doraemon was still this popular. Thanks again to 4chanatic for sending this in!

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Material Brave Ignition: Ogi Kanae

Source: Hexieshe

These types of cosplays can be pretty hard to guess.

I’m not sure how true this information is, but I’ve heard that there are a lot of independent manga circles who actually hire cosplayers to cosplay their original characters. If that’s true, then only a small number of people will know who this girl is and what series she’s from.

It must be nice to be a mangaka (manga artist) in Japan. Maybe I should learn the language and reset my goal to living there so that I can make a decent living from my art. In any case, thanks agin to Fumiki for sending this in!

EDIT: Thanks to Katserest for letting me know she's from Material Brave Ignition! And now I've found out that the name of the character she's cosplaying is Ogi Kanae!

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