Tuesday, January 31, 2012

Pita-Ten: Shia

pita-ten cosplay - shiaA very polite and quiet girl who loves to cook and clean, Shia is a demon apprentice who is not very good at being malicious or at killing humans. She is gentle, kind-hearted, and generally weak, especially when Misha is close by. Her failure to become a full demon unfortunately caused her to disappear and was erased from everyone’s memories.

Such a cute Shia! I read one volume of manga from this series, and I couldn’t stand Misha because of the way her dialogue was translated in English. This is the first time I’ve read or seen Shia though. Thanks to Malachi for sending this in!

Pita-Ten: Shia

pita-ten cosplay - shiaA very polite and quiet girl who loves to cook and clean, Shia is a demon apprentice who is not very good at being malicious or at killing humans. She is gentle, kind-hearted, and generally weak, especially when Misha is close by. Her failure to become a full demon unfortunately caused her to disappear and was erased from everyone’s memories.

Such a cute Shia! I read one volume of manga from this series, and I couldn’t stand Misha because of the way her dialogue was translated in English. This is the first time I’ve read or seen Shia though. Thanks to Malachi for sending this in!

Sunday, January 29, 2012

Tsubasa – Resevoir Chronicle: Sakura 06

tsubasa - reservoir chronicle cosplay - sakura 6 by samanthaAt the loss of her memory feathers, Sakura was initially confused and constantly tired from her travels to other worlds, but she grew stronger as she regains her feathers one by one. She became friendly with the group’s members, Fai D. Flowright, Kurogane, Mokona, and even Syaoran. However, even though she notices that she is missing someone from her memories, when Sakura realizes that person to be Syaoran, her memories are reversed back to before she thought of him. She also began to recover her abilities, including being able to see the spirits of nature, ghosts, and even foreseeing the future.

I do apologize for my sudden disappearance, guys! You could say I’m a little burned out from reading up on different characters from different series. But of course, I will continue to work hard to get out of this slump! Thank you to Samantha for sending me her cosplay photo of Sakura!

Tsubasa – Resevoir Chronicle: Sakura 06

tsubasa - reservoir chronicle cosplay - sakura 6 by samanthaAt the loss of her memory feathers, Sakura was initially confused and constantly tired from her travels to other worlds, but she grew stronger as she regains her feathers one by one. She became friendly with the group’s members, Fai D. Flowright, Kurogane, Mokona, and even Syaoran. However, even though she notices that she is missing someone from her memories, when Sakura realizes that person to be Syaoran, her memories are reversed back to before she thought of him. She also began to recover her abilities, including being able to see the spirits of nature, ghosts, and even foreseeing the future.

I do apologize for my sudden disappearance, guys! You could say I’m a little burned out from reading up on different characters from different series. But of course, I will continue to work hard to get out of this slump! Thank you to Samantha for sending me her cosplay photo of Sakura!

Friday, January 27, 2012

New AO

Sales Mandrake has released the second version of his Samurai AO. You can try on the animations in his shop, right here.


Wednesday, January 25, 2012

Date's

Here's a new kimono and Iga-style hakama set from Hawk Sak! It is inspired by the samurai Masamune Date, who nicknamed the One Eyed Dragon (DoguGanRyū) for his eye patch. But if you happen to be set up to a different gender than that samurai, there is a female version of the outfit too. Just head to Hawk's spot in Kodama no Ki.




The Lord of the Rings: Galadriel

the lord of the rings cosplay - galadriel by fairytale destruction

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!

The Lord of the Rings: Galadriel

the lord of the rings cosplay - galadriel by fairytale destruction

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!

Rin

Some time ago Aika Zadark has released a cosplay rendition of Rin Kagamine. The face is animated and reacts to your chat. Available here.


Tuesday, January 24, 2012

Chrono Trigger: Glenn

chrono trigger cosplay - glenn by negative dreamerPresumably 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!

Chrono Trigger: Glenn

chrono trigger cosplay - glenn by negative dreamerPresumably 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!

Monday, January 23, 2012

Saint Seiya: Leo Aiolia

saint seiya cosplay - leo aioliaWhen 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!

Saint Seiya: Leo Aiolia

saint seiya cosplay - leo aioliaWhen 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!

Sunday, January 22, 2012

Final Fantasy VII Advent Children: Tifa Lockhart 11

final fantasy vii advent children - tifa lockhart 11

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!

Final Fantasy VII Advent Children: Tifa Lockhart 11

final fantasy vii advent children - tifa lockhart 11

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!

Saturday, January 21, 2012

Bleach: Ishida Uryuu 03

bleach cosplay - ishida uryuu 3

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!

Bleach: Ishida Uryuu 03

bleach cosplay - ishida uryuu 3

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!

Friday, January 20, 2012

Fate/Zero: Assassin Sayid

fate/zero cosplay - assassin sayid by hisui-facist

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!