Cosplay Holic

Miyamura Yuko, Asuka's Japanese voice actress, noted that “Asuka wasn't the most open-hearted character I've ever met… every time I tried to draw myself in closer synchronization, Asuka would never allow herself to sync with ‘me’… One day, I figured out that there was a wall in Asuka's heart.” as translated by William Flanagan. Much later, she included that working on the series was “very hard” and that at times she had “wanted to erase Evangelion.”

I know I featured Kanda Midori as Asuka before, but we didn’t really get to see her face in that photo, and this is the uniform version anyway. Thanks to Daniela for sending this in!

A third-year student and president of the Fujimi High School Kendo Club, Busujima Saeko is a calm and collected girl with a sense of pride in her skills. Her weapon of choice is the bokken or wooden sword, and is an expert in close combat fighting. He love for kendo is probably influenced by her father, who had traveled abroad for a martial arts tournament.

Another awesome piece by Kanda Midori! I don’t know how the cosplayers manage to keep their wigs looking so neat and perfect during conventions. Thanks again to Anthony for sending this!

Tohsaka Rin is one of the masters of the 5th Holy Grail War. When she tried to summon a Saber-class servant, she accidentally called Archer, who is well adept in bare-handed fighting, armed combat, Magecraft, and even housework. Her failure in summoning is partially due to her lack of formal magic education, but she is considered to be extremely powerful in her own right.

Another beautiful cosplay by Kanda Midori! I wonder who she is with this time? That cosplayer looks like quite an impressive Archer. Thanks to Edwin for sending this in!

Although Asuka started out with a high synchronization ratio and exceptional skills as an Eva pilot, her defeat in battle by the Angel Zeruel caused her self-confidence to dwindle, losing her effectiveness as a pilot. Asuka became infuriated when she was ordered to serve as Rei’s backup, and decided to launch herself in Unit 02 to attack the Angel alone. She paid the price for her recklessness, however, as she was overwhelmed by its attack, forcing her to relive painful memories which resulted in a mental and emotional breakdown.

A very lovely cosplay of Asuka by Kanda Midori and an equally stunning Rei! Too bad we have no idea who Rei’s cosplayer is. Thanks again to Fumiki for sending this in!

The previous year’s National Middle School Individual Champion in mahjong, Haramura Nodoka’s skill comes from practicing via online mahjong. She has the ability to view mahjong tables digitally in her mind, ignoring the other player which gives her an edge against players who can manipulate presence. Her nickname is “Nodocchi” which is also her screen name and her playing style; quickly and efficiently racking up points as fast as possible.

Cute cosplay by Kanda Midori! I could use and ice cream right now with summer just around the corner for us in Asia! Thanks to Lilica for suggesting this!