Doraemon: Dorami 02

Doraemon's younger sister, Dorami lives in the 22nd-century Tokyo with Sewashi, Nobi Nobita's great-great-grandson. She is far more advanced than her older brother, but is known to be afraid of cockroaches. Her favorite food is melonpan.

I didn’t think I would be able to find another one of these cosplays from the series. Is there a maid version I haven’t heard about? Thanks to Grace for sending this in!

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Doraemon: Dorami 02

Doraemon's younger sister, Dorami lives in the 22nd-century Tokyo with Sewashi, Nobi Nobita's great-great-grandson. She is far more advanced than her older brother, but is known to be afraid of cockroaches. Her favorite food is melonpan.

I didn’t think I would be able to find another one of these cosplays from the series. Is there a maid version I haven’t heard about? Thanks to Grace for sending this in!

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Vamp Your Look

Toya Watanabe has released three items, for those of you who want to change your look.



A comic-like man manga skin, available in three tones. Each pack containts two shapes and two skins (with eyebrows and without eyebrows);

A fox kabuki face tattoo for the above skin (compatible with viewer 2 and up);

and to complete the look, shiny anime/manga eyes (six colors, each pack contains non-prim and moddable prim eyes).



Click here for TP!

Mahou Shoujo Madoka Magica: Akemi Homura

Akemi Homura is a magical girl who appeared to Kaname Madoka in her her dreams the day before she transferred to Madoka's school. She is beautiful, mysterious, and excels both academically and athletically, making her popular in school despite her awkward personality. Homura was later revealed to be from another timeline where she was a shy and weak transfer student before becoming a magical girl.

Cute cosplay by Mai! Her eyes are really captivating, even piercing through this photo! Thanks to Tans for sending this!

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Mahou Shoujo Madoka Magica: Akemi Homura

Akemi Homura is a magical girl who appeared to Kaname Madoka in her her dreams the day before she transferred to Madoka's school. She is beautiful, mysterious, and excels both academically and athletically, making her popular in school despite her awkward personality. Homura was later revealed to be from another timeline where she was a shy and weak transfer student before becoming a magical girl.

Cute cosplay by Mai! Her eyes are really captivating, even piercing through this photo! Thanks to Tans for sending this!

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♥ Molly - Clare Claymore

Ryea : The first thing I saw her photo was 'WOW'.

I'm do really impressed by the gigantic claw -is it what it's called.

Wouldn't be thinking that someone did cosplay Clare's awakened version.

The photography is also great that it able to capture the whole costume plus emotions -thumbsup to the photog!~

And the favorite part about it is that knowing she complete this costume along with the help from her father.

Ahh~ happy to see that cosplay is becoming a part of family activity.

Clare [Claymore] by Molly

Ryea: What is cosplay to you ?

M: Well, I would say it's my lifestyle or the way thinking.

Ryea: What attracts you to cosplay Clare from Claymore?

M: I like Clare's personality and her appearence. The costumes are also interesting.

And I'm the same height as her, haha!

Ryea: From Clare's overall costume, which is the most challenging part? why?

M: First, I thought it would be difficult to make huge claws of the left 'arm'. But after they were finished,

I realized that the real problem is coloring. May be because it was the last and the longest part.

Ryea: and what will be the most favorite part?

M: Making 34 small crosses on the left side, that are barely seen in the photos.

Ryea: How long does it take to complete the whole costume?

M: It took about 6 months to finish awakened Clare's costume - my longest cosplay ever!

For example, usual Clare's costume was made in 1 month.

Ryea: Any good/funny/memorable experience when you cosplay Clare ?

M: When I was at the convention wearing this costume, I could walk through the hall only sideways

and people called me a crab, haha ))

Ryea: I'm really happy to see that this costume is made together with your dad.

What do you appreciate most through out this costume making process with your dad?

M: Dad knows a lot about materials and tools. Although most of the costume was made by me,

he helped a lot, for sure. Without his help this costume would never become real.

Ryea: How and what have you think you've improved from since you started cosplay?

M: I think I became more attentive to details. Because the details make costume look complete and beautiful.

Ryea: Any tips to share?

M: Just go and make it - your dream costume!

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Thank you so much Molly !~

Military Girl

Utilizator Mode has released an anime-head based military girl avatar... Actually two of them (sold separately); one for those of you who don't necesarily want to be "furtive". It includes everything shown: head, hair, clothing (vest, leggins and also latex suit), shape, skin, scriptead weapon with AO, plus some bonus items. Available here.

Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End: Elizabeth Swann and Jack Sparrow

In the film “Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End”, Jack Sparrow, Captain Barbossa, and seven other pirate lords were summoned to a Brethren Court in Shipwreck Island to address Lord Beckett’s assault on piracy. Jack was eternally imprisoned aboard the Black Pearl in Davy Jones’ Locker, and he possessed one of the nine “pieces of eight” that each pirate lord carried. Elizabeth Swann then joined Will Turner, Captain Barbossa, Tia Dalma, and Sparrow’s crew on a mission to recue their captain.

And impressive cosplay by Suicun OSDH as Elizabeth Swann and Akirax3me as Jack Sparrow! Johnny Depp may have found a perfect double right there. Please check out their galleries for more of their awesome work as well as their photographer’s!

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Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End: Elizabeth Swann and Jack Sparrow

In the film “Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End”, Jack Sparrow, Captain Barbossa, and seven other pirate lords were summoned to a Brethren Court in Shipwreck Island to address Lord Beckett’s assault on piracy. Jack was eternally imprisoned aboard the Black Pearl in Davy Jones’ Locker, and he possessed one of the nine “pieces of eight” that each pirate lord carried. Elizabeth Swann then joined Will Turner, Captain Barbossa, Tia Dalma, and Sparrow’s crew on a mission to recue their captain.

And impressive cosplay by Suicun OSDH as Elizabeth Swann and Akirax3me as Jack Sparrow! Johnny Depp may have found a perfect double right there. Please check out their galleries for more of their awesome work as well as their photographer’s!

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Vocaloid 2: Kamui Gakupo 03

In 2009, Gackt, the voice behind Gakupo, challenged the users of Vocaloid to a song competition using Gakupo. The grand prize winner would not only receive 10 million yen, but Gackt would also sing the song and include it in his next album if he liked it enough. The winner was announced as “Episode 0” by mathru/KanimisoP, which was released as Gackt’s 39th single on the 13th of July 2011.

Oh wow, Gackt himself cosplaying Gakupo… I think a lot of fangirls will be happy to see this. Thanks again to Fumiki for sending this!

I took the liberty of looking into this further, and found Gackt's Music Video. He's cosplaying Gakupo in it! Enjoy!

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Vocaloid 2: Kamui Gakupo 03

In 2009, Gackt, the voice behind Gakupo, challenged the users of Vocaloid to a song competition using Gakupo. The grand prize winner would not only receive 10 million yen, but Gackt would also sing the song and include it in his next album if he liked it enough. The winner was announced as “Episode 0” by mathru/KanimisoP, which was released as Gackt’s 39th single on the 13th of July 2011.

Oh wow, Gackt himself cosplaying Gakupo… I think a lot of fangirls will be happy to see this. Thanks again to Fumiki for sending this!

I took the liberty of looking into this further, and found Gackt's Music Video. He's cosplaying Gakupo in it! Enjoy!

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♥ YuuriK - Serah FFXIII-2

Ryea : Eventually I know her through her sis YuuriC .. haha

Been seeing her Vanille FFXIII cosplay featured in some other websites too~ *thumbsup*

Love her props for Serah very much too =D

Here would like to feature her latest Serah Cosplay in Otakon 2011 !~

Serah [FFXIII-2] by YuuriK

Ryea: What is cosplay to you ?

YK: Cosplay is not a so expensive hobby and it is a way to dress up as my most favorite characters.

It also has become like a family vacation, I go to conventions with all my sisters.

Ryea: Why attracts you to cosplay Serah from Final Fantasy XIII-2 ?

YK: At first my twin sis wanted to do a duo. I was never really attracted to Serah, but while

I researched her I began to like her character, and the design of her outfit is quite extraordinary.

Ryea: From Serah's overall costume, which is the most challenging part? why?

YK: I think the most challenging part was making the bow-blade and getting the skirt’s top panel right.

Also, trying to figure out most of the Etro script (there was no good cgi renders at the time).

Ryea: and what will be the most favorite part?

YK: My favorite part was making the pouch – it’s functional!

I was able to put small items in it.

Ryea: How long does it take to complete the whole costume?

YK: It took me two-three weeks to finish the outfit and bow-blade.

My twin sis helped me a lot to finish the prop in time.

Ryea: Any good/funny/memorable experience when you cosplay Serah?

YK: I have to say there was a funny experience at Otakon. A lady in her car stopped in the middle of the

street during a green light and just stared out of her car window at my sis and I with her jaw wide opened.

I was glad to receive so many nice compliments for my bow-blade.

Some noticed I had made the bow-blade with a few references and they were really impressed.

Ryea: In your opinion, do you think that good craftmanship means having much details on their work?

YK: I think whether the outfit /prop calls for lots of details or not it just needs to look right to determine

good craftsmanship. Sure someone who has lots of details on their outfit/prop will always get more compliments.

Ryea: How and what have you think you've improved from since you started cosplay?

YK: I think I have improved in the way I pose, sew, make-up, style wigs, and make props.

I feel like I still have a lot of space for improvement. Practicing on what I need to improve on helps.

Ryea: Any tips to share?

YK: I always say that everyone starts from somewhere. All a cosplayer needs is creativity, confidence,

and motivation. I believe every cosplayer gets better at cosplaying with practice,

for some people it would take time and lots of hard work.

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Thank you YuuriK !~

Final Fantasy X: Shiva

The Aeon Shiva, who appears as a Macalanian priestess, was obtained by Yuna when she visited the Fayth in the Macalania Temple. Possessing the highest initial Agility and Evasion, Shiva starts out knowing only ice magic. However, she can be taught any ability provided that her summoner has all of the items necessary.

Quite a daring cosplay to wear in the Anime Expo 2011, but I suppose that makes it all the more impressive. Thanks again to Stilzkin for sending this in!

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Final Fantasy X: Shiva

The Aeon Shiva, who appears as a Macalanian priestess, was obtained by Yuna when she visited the Fayth in the Macalania Temple. Possessing the highest initial Agility and Evasion, Shiva starts out knowing only ice magic. However, she can be taught any ability provided that her summoner has all of the items necessary.

Quite a daring cosplay to wear in the Anime Expo 2011, but I suppose that makes it all the more impressive. Thanks again to Stilzkin for sending this in!

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Final Fantasy X: Lulu 03

Lulu is said to be highly intelligent; one of the few Yevonites who easily questions the Yevon religion on objective terms. She was also far more accepting of Rikku’s Al Bhed nature than Wakka initially was. Before becoming Yuna’s guardian, Lulu guarded two previous summoners: Lady Ginnem and Father Zuke.

Impressive cosplay by Ani-Mia! Really love all the details she put in her costume. Please do visit her gallery for more of her amazing photos!

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Final Fantasy X: Lulu 03

Lulu is said to be highly intelligent; one of the few Yevonites who easily questions the Yevon religion on objective terms. She was also far more accepting of Rikku’s Al Bhed nature than Wakka initially was. Before becoming Yuna’s guardian, Lulu guarded two previous summoners: Lady Ginnem and Father Zuke.

Impressive cosplay by Ani-Mia! Really love all the details she put in her costume. Please do visit her gallery for more of her amazing photos!

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♥ YuuriC - Lighting FFXIII-2

Ryea : I came know more about YuuriC's cosplay was through her tutorial link on Lighting Costume.

Been following the progress till it's done \o/ [LINK]

It's really superb to have this chracter for first time making amour.

Cosplay is always about taking challege - I agree!

She and her twin sister , Yuuri-K cosplayed as Lighting and Sera in Otakon2011

which both characters are also sisters .. cute! ~ =D

Lighting [FFXIII-2] by YuuriC

Ryea: What is cosplay to you ?

YC: To me cosplay is a hobby where you have fun portraying your favorite characters/series and having fun with other cosplayers. It's also a family thing; both of my sisters enjoy anime, games, Japanese culture in general.

Ryea: What attracts you to cosplay Lighting from Final Fantasy XIII-2 ?

YC: At first I cosplayed Serah from FFXIII, because I found her so cute! Once I saw the new Lightning design from FFXIII-2, I immediately fell in love with it. I also began to like that badass character of her. So far, I enjoyed cosplaying her more than Serah.

Ryea: From the Lighting's overall costume, which is the most challenging part?

YC: It was my first time making an armor cosplay so it was a challenge. The hardest part was the pauldron and lower leg armor. In the end I made the pauldrons a bit too heavy. I had trouble getting the shape right. The method I used to make the lower leg armors was a pain to wear, I remade it twice and I still had trouble getting in them.

Ryea: and what will be the most favorite part?

YC: My favorite part was making the props. I didn't have much trouble with them.

It was actually really fun!

Ryea: How long does it take to complete the whole costume?

YC: I started early February after I completely sketched out the armor designs.

It took me about 6 months of on and off work to complete the entire costume.

Ryea: Any good/funny/memorable experience when you cosplay Lighting?

YC: My first debut was at Otakon ’11 and I thought it would be my last after I endured so much pain.

The high heels shoes I used were a disaster and the heat during Otakon '11 was terrible (100+ degrees Fahrenheit)! Though with all that pain and heat, I had fun and I won't forget the memories. My first step down the stairs of my hotel made me crash to the sliding doors. My gunblade broke, I was upset and I was late to my shoot.

I laughed about it after. When walking to the convention I was basically laughing to ignore my pain.

I was so happy that I had many lovely FFXIII cosplayers take pictures with me.

The best moments were when I left people astonished that I used craft foam. It's nice to hear the positive comments from everyone, I won't forget them!

Ryea: I see that you used craft foam as the main material for Lighting armor.

Do you think that craft foam is the best material to work on for armour? or is there better alternatives?

YC: I haven't tried other materials yet, I found craft foam easy to use. My problem was the creases it made when wearing it. I've been searching on what to use to help it not give in. So far, I'm thinking of using fiberglass resin (epoxy) on top of the craft foam.

Ryea: How and what have you think you've improved from since you started cosplay?

YC: It all takes lots of practice. I think I've improved in many aspects since I started. I'm much faster at sewing and making props. I've also have become somewhat less shy with photographers and meeting other cosplayers. I'm still learning many new things, so there's a lot of space for improvement.

Ryea: Any tips to share?

YC: It takes patience, creativity, and maybe months or years of practice to make cosplays. But most of all motivation! Nothing is perfect, so nobody should stress themselves too much. Everyone should have fun with cosplay and stay with the right crowd that enjoys cosplaying. Never give up!

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Thanks much to YuuriC !~