[Regulus cosplay] Reverse: 1999 military style convention photos

Today at the REDLAND convention site, I'm sharing this Reverse: 1999 Regulus cosplay with everyone. Getting straight to the point, let's talk about the wearing experience of this outfit and the details of the on-site shooting. The matching of the entire outfit strongly emphasizes a tactical feel; the upper body is an olive-green military uniform with a relatively stiff fabric that can support the overall silhouette. Across the chest is a bright red tactical belt, and hanging around the neck is a metal badge with a red ribbon. To restore the character, I wore a golden long curly wig, placed retro goggles with green lenses on my forehead, and the metal wing-shaped headpiece on top of the head was very substantial. This headpiece was made by combining EVA and 3D printed parts. To ensure it wouldn't fall off while walking around the convention, I made multiple fixings inside using hairpins and hair spray. Although heavy, the metallic luster has a great texture under outdoor light. The red long gloves on both hands are a highlight of this styling; the material is relatively fitting, so it doesn't look bulky when lifting arms, and the color forms a strong visual contrast with the military green. The lower body is military-green shorts paired with dark brown over-the-knee boots. The knee pads and strap details on the boots are very rich. Although wearing them is a bit stuffy, the leg lines can be showcased very well, and movement is still relatively convenient. The outer olive-green cape has white piping along the edges and a large off-white flower pattern on the side. The fabric has good draping, and the swing amplitude of the cape when walking matches the character's aura very well. During the photoshoot, I stood on a black speaker next to the booth's greenery, with a huge mechanical backdrop board and the text "2026" behind me, alongside the character's life-sized standee. To echo the standee, I tried two poses: the first one had relatively dignified hands, and the second one had me raise my left hand outward to showcase, seeking a more interactive camera presentation. The goggles tend to reflect light under outdoor natural light, so I intentionally fine-tuned the angle during the shoot. The on-site lighting was bright, and this green-red-brown-gold color scheme is very photogenic. The convention foot traffic was huge; finding such a relatively clean background spot with greenery required waiting in line. Although this outfit is troublesome to put on and take off with many accessories, the overall presented military anime style made me feel that the preparation process was totally worth it. From wig trimming to equipment assembly, every detail was done to match the original design as closely as possible. Walking around the convention for a day in this equipment is indeed physically exhausting, especially the boots and cape; in the crowded venue, one needs to constantly pay attention not to step on or get caught on others. But because I usually really like this tough military style, my state has been kept very well while portraying this character. While taking photos near the booth, quite a few photographers came over to communicate about angles; everyone was very polite, and shooting efficiency was high. I usually prepare some daily repair tools myself when cosplaying, such as a sewing kit and super glue, just in case accessories suddenly fall off at the convention site. This time, the wing tips of the headpiece were reinforced once before departure. For friends who want to portray characters with such numerous equipment items, my suggestion is to try it on at home in advance for at least half an hour, adjusting the center of gravity and fixed points to the most comfortable state, so that on-site shooting will be more relaxed. That's all for today's sharing, I hope everyone likes this Regulus styling.