Veteran Cosplayer, New Costume Buyer

Like all the other ventures of self-expression and stupidity I indulge in, I also happen to like cosplaying. Let’s face it, Halloween is coming and I AM in the land of anime/manga fandom. Things will be a little different this year though.

The last time I was in cosplay was a couple years ago; I  was Yoruichi from the anime/manga Bleach. My friend Will and I went as a pair and he went as Urahara. The costume itself was handmade and I thought I did a pretty good job, even though I was too cheap wasn’t able to get hair extensions nor purple cat-eye contact lenses.

Look mom, no shame!

This year, I was unfortunately fortunately introduced to the hilarity that is Gintama. I gained notoriety in my elementary schools for occasionally donning on an eye mask made infamous by one of the show’s laziest characters. It seemed only natural that I should actually BE this character for Halloween, so I did not hesitate, clicked on Amazon, and charged the costume to my credit card. Never bought a costume before, but whatever. I want it. That’s how I roll around here.

Here’s a preview of my character. Oh yeah, did I mention this character is male? Yeah, never done that before either. Should be interesting.

The blond character who goes, “Eh?” is the character I will dress up as. Oh, Okita Sougo — hopefully I do not put your fanbase into a murderous rage after I am done portraying you.

Oh, here’s a small clip to show you exactly why I love this show. They always break the fourth wall.