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In a realm where fantasy and reality intertwine, cosplay emerges as a captivating art form that surpasses mere imitation. It’s much more than that! It transforms ordinary individuals into extraordinary characters, breathing life into beloved heroes, villains, and everything in between. In fact, we’re the most fascinated with the in-between part! Cosplay, a blend of costume and play, has become a vibrant subculture that celebrates creativity, craftsmanship, and the power of imagination. And to honor that, we’re offering you a list dedicated to the most awesome, the most creative, and simply the best cosplay ever!

As you’re about to see with your own two eyes, the best cosplay costumes are not just recreations; they’re jaw-droppingly stunning works of art. We can only begin to imagine the dedication and patience it took to create these cool costumes! What’s even more awe-inspiring is the whole image that the artist creates using makeup and props together with their meticulously handmade costumes. Literally, it’s nothing short of magic. And we’re jealous. 

There’s one more thing that stuns us about these clever cosplay costumes, though. Okay, it’s not exactly about the costumes themselves, but the whole cosplay community. The love they share no matter the cosplayer’s age, gender, or background and the inclusivity it fosters is surely a great lesson on how societies could look like if we’d all learn something from these art-loving, fearless, and compassionate folk. 

But back on the track here - ready to take a look at some of the most creative cosplays we’ve ever seen? If so, they are right below this text! Once you’re done appreciating them, rank them the way you like them, even if it means upvoting every single one of these cosplays! And lastly, share your own cosplay ideas in the comments section - we’d be thrilled to see them all!

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    Son’s Doc Ock Costume For Halloween

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    My Catwoman Cosplay From 1992 “Batman Returns”

    Person cosplaying Catwoman from Batman Returns

    SaintElena added: "I experience almost everything the same as Michelle [Pfeiffer], unfortunately. If I spend more than 2 hours in this suit actively moving, then I can get heat stroke. If I'm not moving very actively, then I can break the stay in the suit up to 4 hours."

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    #15

    Vault-Tec Rep From Fallout 4

    Person cosplaying Vault-Tec Rep from Fallout 4

    falloutthrowaqay added: "About 2 hours to apply [the makeup] but the whole process of molding, painting, assembling the outfit, etc. too much longer."

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    #16

    Mantis From Guardians Of The Galaxy 2

    Person cosplaying Mantis from Guardians of the Galaxy 2

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    Pepper Potts' Mk49 Rescue Armor Cosplay By Roguesgalleryfitness

    Person cosplaying Pepper Potts' Mk49 with rescue armor

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    #25

    Alucard From Hellsing

    Person cosplaying Alucard from Hellsing

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    K Kalama
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Outfit is stunning! Love how you incorporated his hair into the fit. It's def a part of Hellsings' traits.

    #26

    Randall Boggs From Monsters, Inc. Cosplay

    Person cosplaying Randall Boggs from Monsters

    MoreliaCosplay also added: "I used EVA foam for the head and the scales, Fake leather for the corset and the tail and polystyrene for the eyes!"

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    #31

    My Cosplay Inara Serra (Firefly)

    Person cosplaying Inara Serra (Firefly)

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    Valek Fermiga
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You look beautiful, been a while since I've watched " FireFly" however, memories brought back....

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    #32

    I Was Agent Dana Scully For Halloween

    Person cosplaying agent Dana Scully

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    #33

    Princess Zelda - Breath Of The Wild Winter Cosplay By Hannah Éva

    Person cosplaying princess Zelda - breath of the wild winter

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    #35

    Princess Mononoke Cosplay

    Person cosplaying princess Mononoke

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    gerry.garh
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You are way more good-looking and captivating than the real Princess Mononoke! Amazing! Now, can you put down that dagger so we can talk like civilized people?

    #36

    Dragon Symmetra From Overwatch 2

    Person cosplaying Dragon Symmetra from Overwatch 2

    TeamParaluna added: "The headpiece weighs less than 300 grams actually! I made a snug fitting cap out of cobracast (flexible thermoplastic) and built on top of it with light upholstery foam. It just slid on and stayed put due to the fit."

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    #38

    Young Ron, Harry And Hermione From Harry Potter

    Person cosplaying young Ron, Harry and Hermione from Harry Potter

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    #42

    Azul Ashengrotto From Twisted Wonderland

    Person cosplaying Azul Ashengrotto from Twisted Wonderland

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    #44

    Doctor Strange Cosplay

    Person cosplaying Doctor Strange

    emilija_wants_cake added: "My first ever cosplay, which costed only 20€ but took 15 weeks to finish"

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    Valek Fermiga
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Please change time and make Doctor Strange 2 as good as the first one....

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    #47

    Lee Kanker From The Series Ed Edd N Eddy

    Person cosplaying Lee Kanker from the series Ed Edd N Eddy

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    glowworm2
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've actually never seen a Lee Kanker cosplayer before. That's spot on.

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    #49

    Battle Angel Alita

    Person cosplaying Battle Angel Alita

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    #50

    Azula From The Last Airbender

    Person cosplaying Azula from the Last Airbender

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    CT
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm not sure why I have this idea, but I'm sure this person could make a good cosplay of Fran Fine (The Nanny).

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    #52

    Jibaro Siren From Love, Death & Robots

    Person cosplaying Jibaro Siren from Love, Death & Robots

    DiscoPino added: "[...] I looked very carefully how many strings hung where and where they were connected to the suit. Every bundle of strings that went in the same spot, I attached together to a little jewellery closure, so they could be easily taken on and off, to avoid tangling when in storage. [...]"

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    NoTSoBoReDPaNdA
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow .. when I first saw this I had to re watch the episode 3x because it blew my mind!!! Spot on

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    #55

    Doom Slayer Cosplay

    Person cosplaying Doom Slayer

    Llawliettrader commented: "My jaw literally dropped when I saw this! This looks stupid good! How long did it take you to do this?!"
     
    tpg_art responded: "That is the best compliment I can receive, thank you, so far about 900 hours, I have lost count though."

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    Naruto_Uzumaki_2005
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    1 year ago

    If i could atleast EVER have a Doom Slayer costume as Amazing as this one... Props to the creator of this suit, your skills are incredible.

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    #57

    Link Soldier Crossplay From The Legend Of Zelda

    Person cosplaying Link Soldier from the Legend of Zelda

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    #58

    Violet Evergarden Cosplay

    Person cosplaying Violet Evergarden

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    Navindu Wijewardena
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    y'know for a long time i though violet and saber were the same person, or at least from the same series

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    #61

    Shy Gals - A Play On Shy Guys From Super Mario Glitchy 4

    Person cosplaying Shy Guys from Super Mario Glitchy 4

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    #65

    Gally From Gunnm

    Person cosplaying Gally from Gunnm

    Sadae_cosplay added: "In the USA it’s called Battle Angel Alita but in France I have known the manga with the name of Gunnm (and Gally for the character)"

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    Valek Fermiga
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You look amazing, such a brilliant character, please tell me there's a sequel....??

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    #66

    Mizutsune Malde Version From Monster Hunter

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    #67

    Witch Mercy From Overwatch

    Person cosplaying Witch Mercy from Overwatch

    kawabarker added: "Actually this is not a usual wig, it is a helmet full of glue and plastic."

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    Matthew Gobbell
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wonder how many OW players have asked her to take off her shoes...

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    #73

    Before And After Cosplay Of Nightborne Heritage Armor From World Of Warcraft

    Person cosplaying Nightborne Heritage Armor from World of Warcraft

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    #75

    Liara T'soni From Bioware's Mass Effect Cosplay

    Person cosplaying Liara T'soni from Bioware's Mass Effect

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    #77

    Inosuke From Demon Slayer Cosplay

    Person cosplaying Inosuke from Demon Slayer

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    #78

    SSSS.Gridman Cosplay

    Person cosplaying SSSS.Gridman

    athena12441 added: "I spent like 4 months on the costume, 3 months on the lights. It's not done yet, as I'm planning to make all his forms."

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    #79

    Dream Gary Cosplay

    Person cosplaying Dream Gary

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    #80

    In & Out Of Gamora From Marvel Comics Cosplay

    Person cosplaying Gamora from Marvel Comics

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    #81

    Mythra From Xenoblade!

    Person cosplaying Mythra from Xenoblade!

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    #82

    Triss Merigold From The Witcher 3

    Person cosplaying Triss Merigold from the Witcher 3

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    #85

    Lara Croft Cosplay!

    Person cosplaying Lara Croft

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    #89

    Elizabeth From Bioshock Infinite

    Person cosplaying Elizabeth from Bioshock Infinite

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    #90

    Jinx And Vi From League Of Legends Cosplay

    Persons cosplaying Jinx and Vi from League of Legends

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    #92

    Fem Jorgen Von Strangle!

    Person cosplaying Fem Jorgen Von Strangle!

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    #93

    Valkyr Graxx From Warframe

    Person cosplaying Valkyr Graxx from Warframe

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    #94

    Historia Reiss And Hange Zoe From Attack On Titan

    Persons cosplaying Historia Reiss and Hange Zoe from Attack on Titan

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    #95

    L From Death Note

    Person cosplaying L from Death Note

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    #96

    Chibi And Wicked Lady From NoFlutter Sailor Moon Interpretation

    Persons cosplaying Chibi and Wicked Lady from NoFlutter Sailor Moon Interpretation

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    #98

    Keqing From Genshin Impact

    Person cosplaying Keqing from Genshin Impact

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    #99

    Sinon From Sword Art Online

    Person cosplaying Sinon from Sword Art Online

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    #101

    Migi And Shinichi Ftom Parasyte: The Maxim

    Person cosplaying Migi and Shinichi Ftom Parasyte: The Maxim

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    #102

    Noriaki Kakyoin From Jojo's Bizzare Adventure

    Person cosplaying Noriaki Kakyoin from Jojo's Bizzare Adventure

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    PotatoPanda
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I actually have a miniature version of the merlin in the background

    #103

    Spike Spiegel From Cowboy Bebop

    Person cosplaying Spike Spiegel from Cowboy Bebop

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    #104

    Latex Elizabeth Comstock From Bioshock Infinite Cosplay!

    Person cosplaying Latex Elizabeth Comstock from Bioshock Infinite

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    #105

    Honeydew Mei From Overwatch

    Person cosplaying Honeydew Mei from Overwatch

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    Dekker451
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So people keep denying that female Overwatch characters are sexualized and yet there's one literally called Honeydew Mei? FFS...

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