This studio shoot for Tamamo no Mae really took a lot of effort to refine the details; just the pattern of this outfit was adjusted for a long time. To achieve maximum accuracy, I specially made the custom mirror prop on the chest lightweight so that my postures wouldn't be restricted during shooting. Since Tamamo no Mae is a Caster-class servant, I deliberately chose this studio with a strong Japanese style atmosphere, paired with blue cool light and red ambient lights, hoping to maximize that mysterious yet slightly bewitching fox vibe.
In Fate/Grand Order, I have always loved the character Tamamo no Mae. Although she always claims to be a good wife, the mesmerizing feel of the nine-tailed fox and the feminine curves deep down are hard to conceal. To express this trait in the photos, we put a lot of effort into pose design. For example, in the first photo leaning against the wooden frame, I purposely chose a sitting posture with crossed legs. This blue off-shoulder Japanese-style short skirt paired with black stockings, combined with a slightly lazy leaning posture, not only showcases the leg lines wonderfully, but also visually elongates the proportions, presenting an effortless sexiness. The neckline design was originally a bit low-cut, so during the shoot I slightly adjusted the shoulder angle, matching it with the chest badge decoration and choker to make the visual center more concentrated. To make the makeup fit better, I specifically chose a light yellow-toned contact lens, and the eye makeup also emphasized the upward sweep at the outer corners of the eyes.
The wig and props were also a massive project. I spent a long time trimming and styling this pink hair to make it look more airy. I also added a little ingenuity to the animal ear props on my head; the fluffy texture looks exceptionally realistic under the lighting, making it look as if they are truly listening to the surrounding sounds. During the shoot, I held a blue folding fan in my hand; the color of the fan echoed the outfit nicely and could also provide minor occlusion to add a bit of interactivity. In the second picture, I switched to a relatively large circular glowing prop; the texture of that prop is excellent, and the golden ring on the edge has a great metallic sheen under the studio lights. To match the hanging pink cherry blossom branches and the red checkered door behind in the scene, I adjusted my sitting posture, trying to make my gaze look more focused and piercing, as if gazing at someone. The red paper umbrella and paper lanterns nearby also helped a lot, bringing out the depth and storytelling feel of the entire frame.
I'd like to thank the studio for providing a wonderful scene, as well as the photographer for the hard work in shooting, capturing the light, shadow, and colors so well. Overall, in this set of photos, I tried hard to restore the character's spiritual charm, while making some adjustments tailored to my own features in the display of clothing and limbs, hoping to present the most vivid side of this fox.