[Hiyuki Cosplay] Thousands of Prayers and Wishes, All Entrusted to Me

Sitting in front of the booth in this Hiyuki outfit while holding that white long blade in hand really puts one into a very special state instantly. For making these Wuthering Waves booth convention photos a success, I'd first like to extend special thanks to photographer Mu Bai, who managed to capture crisp and natural frames amidst the noisy, bustling crowd in front of the booth. Although lighting on site was quite complex, the skin tone quality and the layering of blue semi-transparent fabrics on the costume turned out even better than expected in the final edits.

Achieving high fidelity with this costume actually took quite a lot of thought. The wig was custom-made with high-temperature synthetic fiber; to present that fluffy yet natural silver-white drape, I gave it a special anti-shine and volumizing treatment during styling. The blue contact lenses were also carefully selected—neither too jarring nor failing to echo the outfit's tone. The outfit design is packed with details, such as the semi-transparent lace tulle at the shoulders, the light purple floral accent on the chest, and the intricate corset lacing structure, taking about half an hour just to get dressed properly. This prop sword was modified with help from a friend, where the white woven pattern on the hilt was hand-wrapped bit by bit. It carries just the right weight in hand, looking impressive whether held vertically or horizontally during photography.

Speaking of the convention venue environment, it was actually quite a test of stamina. Fellow fans constantly came over to interact in front of the booth, and I sat there cooperating with everyone for close-up shots. The second photo is a candid capture taken while I was looking down to adjust my shoulder straps. Photographer Mu Bai is exceptionally good at catching these casual, natural moments; compared to posed shots, this zoning-out or adjusting state feels much truer to the character's inherently cool, detached, yet focused temperament.

Because of the character outfit's off-the-shoulder design, it sets certain demands on posture and shoulder lines. To maintain good form during shooting, I specifically did simple shoulder and neck stretches the night before the convention to prevent muscle stiffness from ruining relaxed poses on set. For makeup, I didn't apply it too heavily, focusing instead on layered eyeshadow and eyeliner, with subtle brightening along the lower eyelids so facial features look more three-dimensional under outdoor or indoor bright lights without washing out. Wearing contact lenses for long hours made my eyes a bit dry, but these are small hurdles one must overcome for the ultimate visual presentation during a cosplay photoshoot.

Next to the booth, display posters reading things like "Special Guest Experience Officer" were visible, and the background poster elements matched the overall setting's atmosphere nicely, adding a genuine event feel from the convention. On the table in the second picture were markers and artbooks prepared as props for signing and drawing; although we didn't end up drawing much due to time constraints, the immersive feeling of sitting at the booth and being recognized by everyone truly made me forget the crowded surroundings.

Choosing to take these booth convention photos at this booth was not just about completing a set of pictures, but conveying the character's ethos of carrying thousands of prayers while standing strong on her own. Although I stood all day and wearing the wig was somewhat stuffy and hot, seeing the state reflected in the mirror and the preview thumbnails sent back by the photographer gave me an irreplaceable sense of fulfillment. As a cosplayer, bringing a beloved game character to life at a real-world convention and creating a genuine connection with Anime-style photography and ACG culture is a deeply meaningful endeavor in itself. I hope these booth convention photos allow everyone to see my interpretation and love for this character.