I rarely ever post about cosplayer, but when I do, I make sure it is some of the best I have ever seen. That is the case with this amazing cosplay of Reika Shimohira and Kei Kurono from ‘Gantz’. Gantz is a very popular manga by Hiroya Oku that was adapted into an anime back in 2004. One of the best things about Gantz has to be the ultra-cool costumes and weapons that are featured in the manga/series. The cool costumes and weapons is also one of the reasons that you don’t see many people cosplaying Gantz at conventions because the challenge of doing the costume and weapons correctly is very high. Well, that didn’t scare cosplay and geek celebrity Linda Le (@VampyBitMe) of VampyBit.me and famed illustrator and designer Long Vo (@vostalgic) from UDON Comics to show up at Katsucon 2011 in one of the best Gantz cosplays I have ever seen (this is counting Japan). Even though the design seems simple, you really have to look closer to enjoy all the little detail featured in the suits. From head to toe, there is a something to look at and admire. Along with the awesome costumes, the weapons are some of the best I have seen as well. Instead of the standard Nerf gun that is painted black or silver like most cosplayers, these customized cosplay guns with LED lights are top notch. It’s always a treat to see people cosplay characters that is fairly uncommon. It just makes them that much more special. It’s even better when they are at the level of these two.
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I guess I was right. The best way to promote and sell ‘Mortal Kombat’ isn’t with violence and gore, but with half naked woman prancing around. Couple days ago, we featured a Mortal Kombat promotion video starring Playboy’s resident gamer and gadget geek and Cyber Girl of the Year 2008, Jo Garcia (@gamernextdoor) and UFC ring girl, Brittney Palmer. Well, I guess others had the same idea as the promotional team for Mortal Kombat decided to search for girls that wouldn’t mind cosplaying some of the ladies of Mortal Kombat and show a little skin.
First appearing at local Mortal Kombat tournament events across Europe this month, Cosplayers representing Sonya Blade, Kitana and Mileena will appear at the Mortal Kombat pan-European tournament final held at the The Gadget Show on Sunday April 17th at Birmingham’s NEC Centre, UK.
I guess it makes sense that sexy cosplay girls would be a big draw at a promotional event, but when I was a kid, I always remembered the coolest characters of Mortal Kombat to be Sub-Zero, Scorpion, and Raiden. Nowadays with guys hitting puberty and having the attention span of a potato chip, you need boobs to keep them interested. I don’t know. Maybe I’m just old. HA!
Hit the jump and check out the promotion video for the sexy cosplays of Sonya Blade, Kitana, and Mileena!
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Hey! Were you like me and didn’t get a chance to go to WonderCon last week? Did it suck when your friends on Facebook and Twitter was talking about how fun and cool it was at WonderCon when you were at home alone? Yeah… I know how ya feel kids. Well, thanks again to MarkDayComedy, we get a chance to check out some of the action at the show. Last year, we featured a fun video that MDC did of random cosplayers during WonderCon 2010. Well, hes back at it again for WonderCon 2011. As usual, we get a look at some of the good, the sexy, and terrible cosplayers at the show. Backed by the music of Trip Trap, MDC’s awesome and crisp video footage almost makes you feel like you are there. Almost… From the looks of things, it looks like Green Lantern and Sucker Punch cosplays are rampant at the conventions and most likely will be at full force at SDCC. I have no complains about Sucker Punch cosplayers, but I’m a bit disappointed by the lack of good Green Lantern costumes.
Hit the jump and check oute MarkDayComedy’s videos for cosplays at WonderCon 2011!
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I’m having a difficult time deciding whether I really like this cosplay or not. Created by Ryan Brooks (AKA TheRealTonyStark), Brooks spent over 1200 man-hours to recreate the infamous “Mark V” briefcase armor from ‘Iron Man 2′. The cosplay consists of 384 individual pieces of armor which included over 4000 Lego Technix pieces. Crazy! The cosplay (with the help of friends) folds neatly (kinda…) into a briefcase-like package and folds out so that Brooks can set in and lift the armor over his body. I do admit the suit doesn’t look like a briefcase much when you see it folded up and the suit is a bid odd when Brooks is wearing it (the helmet seems REALLY huge), but I can’t help but be in awe of Brook’s creation. Regardless whether it looks clean or not, you have to applaud his dedication to get this made. You can see more info on how Ryan created his suit at his Cosplay.com page.
Hit the jump to check out a video of this briefcase suit in ACTION!
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Okay, I’m man enough to say that at one point in my life, I liked ‘Pokemon’ and had a thing for Jesse from Team Rocket. So you can imagine what kind of insane flashback trip I was going though when I came across this beauty on Geekologie. Russian cosplayer extraordinaire, Ryoko-demon created what might be the greatest Team Rocket cosplay of all time. What really sets Ryoko’s cosplay from the rest would have to be the hair. Using steel wires, paper-mache, acrylic paint, and years of experience, Ryoko created a stunning wig that makes you think Jessie jumped off the screen. What makes it even better is the fact that Ryoko even took her creativity and skill further by making her own Meowth plush. Ryoko is kind enough to have a tutorial posted on her DeviantArt gallery to show how it was made so you can do it too at home. Thats pretty bad ass in my opinion.
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When you hit comic conventions around the world, one common thing is the hordes of cosplayers dressed up as their favorite comic, movie, video game, etc. characters. Well, Quezon City native photographer and self-proclaimed fan, Jay Tablante (@jaytablante) brings these cosplays to life in his special series of photographs. Unlike many people who just snap random shots at the show, Jay takes it to the next level and puts these amazing cosplays in a themed settings that really compliments the character. With a little special effects and graphic design magic, Jay makes these more than just the standard cosplay. These cosplayers actually become the characters that they want to portray. His love and dedication towards his love of superheroes from his youth is the driving force behind his work. I’m hoping that Jay continues on and shares his works for many years to come.You can follow his work at his site jaytablantephotography.com
Hit the jump to check out some of Jay’s amazing work!
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Singer Katy Perry is well known for her outlandish and comical fashion during her performances, but her “Jessica Rabbit” costume she wore during her performance of her song “Fireworks” during the “The USO Presents “Vh1 Divas Salute the Troops” has to be one of my favorites. Everyone knows our favorite animated ginger from Disney’s “Who Framed Roger Rabbit?“. Jessica Rabbit, who’s famous quote, “I’m not bad. I’m just drawn that way.” was in full effect when Katy Perry hit the stage. Katy was donning the signature sparkling strapless dress with elbow high gloves. Other than the fact that Katy’s hair was not red like Jessica Rabbit’s she still had the signature curls and style that was made famous in the “Ink and Paint” club in Roger Rabbit. She isn’t the strongest singer live, but the eye candy is well worth it. Way a go to support the troops Katy!
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