[Lemuen Cosplay] Evening Star Requiem, Freezing the Light and Shadow of Ambience Synesthesia

This shoot features the Evening Star Requiem version from the Arknights Ambience Synesthesia series. From the first time I saw the official splash art and stage setting, I was captivated by that holy yet slightly cool temperament. After deciding to do this Lemuen cosplay, the early preparation work was much more complicated than I imagined—especially the replication level of the prop gun and the fixation method of the glowing halo over my head took a lot of effort and repeated communication with the prop master.

Let's talk about the costume part first. The main color scheme of this outfit is pure white, paired with gold trimming and a dark blue starry night pattern cape. In terms of material selection, I specially chose a satin material with a hint of pearl luster, which can present a soft reflection under the lights instead of looking overly cheap. The off-the-shoulder design heavily tests the shoulder and neck lines, so a week before the shoot, I specifically intensified my back and shoulder training, hoping the final photos would look straight and elegant. The gold thread embroidery on the sleeves is hand-sewn, with highly exquisite details. Although movement was slightly restricted after putting it on, it was completely worth it for the visual effect. The black woven belt and star pendants at the waist are beautifully accented, giving a visual focus to the overall pure white styling.

Regarding the props, that gun is one of the souls of the entire look. It isn't an ordinary plastic toy but was crafted using a combination of EVA and PVC materials with 3D printing. The surface features a detailed metallic paint finish, and the golden ornaments and the slot textures on the gun body try their best to restore the setting diagram. I weighed it; it's about over two kilograms. Holding or carrying it with one hand during the shoot definitely required some strength, but the grip in hand feels very solid, making it look weightier with the poses. The halo on top of my head is made of transparent acrylic and LED light strips, using cool white light during the shoot with adjustable brightness. It needed to coordinate with the lighting on-site, otherwise, it could easily overexpose or make the outline hard to see.

On the shooting day, we chose a pure white European-style indoor scene, featuring carved chairs and white floral decorations, which fits the character's temperament beautifully. The photographer team provided a lot of support with the lighting; the main light source used a softbox to create a high-key, bright atmosphere, while a warm contour light was added from the side-rear, casting a golden glow over the hair strands and clothing edges, echoing the gold ornaments perfectly. During the shoot, I attempted several different states—some holding the gun and looking directly into the lens, some leaning back relaxed on the chair with my cheek in hand, and some barefoot curled up on the edge of the seat. Compared to traditional standing poses with the gun, I personally prefer those sitting sets. It feels more aligned with the quiet, narrative-filled atmosphere of a "Requiem," and beautifully highlights the skirt's drape and high-slit design.

Although I didn't wear stockings this time, the high-slit skirt hem completely exposed the leg lines. Paired with barefoot shooting, it actually added a bit of casualness and realism to this white-haired angel cosplay. The wig is a light pinkish white, waist-length, with a highly smooth texture and few stray hairs, making it easier to manage than imagined. For makeup, I intentionally lightened the eyeshadow, primarily using a micro-shimmer pink-purple eyeliner to brighten my gaze. The lip color selected was a rather nude flesh pink, as I didn't want the makeup to look too aggressive, fitting better with her angel-like gentle temperament.

The entire shooting process lasted about four hours, switching angles and lighting combinations several times in between. Coordinating the prop gun, halo, and costume required repeated fine-tuning—for example, the angle of the gun couldn't block my face, and the halo's position had to be suspended right above my head. During post-processing, we retained most of the original image's color tones, only adding a slight soft-glow effect to make the highlights more dreamlike while preserving the delicate texture of the skin. This sophisticated cosplay styling made me feel a strong sense of accomplishment from early preparation to final post-processing because every single detail met my imagination of the character's stage image. I also hope to transmit this quiet yet shining feeling to everyone who sees these photos.