[Valarqvin cosplay] Arknights CP32: Returning Home Fully Laden - Image 1
[Valarqvin cosplay] Arknights CP32: Returning Home Fully Laden - Image 2

At the CP32 convention venue, I felt what true enthusiasm really means; just flowing along with the crowds sent my adrenaline pumping. This time, making the "Valarqvin" look required a lot of effort in details. The black wig featured natural fluffy curls, and to match the character's disposition, the hair top was given extra volume to make the head silhouette look more grand. The black horn ornaments on the head and pointed elf ears sat firmly, while the diamond pendant on the forehead and hair accessories served as finishing touches, bringing out the character design to the max. The outfit's main color scheme incorporated a color-blocked mix of black, beige, and a touch of blue; the black jacket possessed a crisp structure, while the large square metallic buckle on the belt not only cinched the waist but also gave the overall look a clean finish. The blue bow tie around the neck echoed details of the inner layer, and the geometric patterns on the cuffs restored the original setting as much as possible. The portable equipment was a compact blue lantern prop—though small, it added plenty of points to the overall atmosphere; meanwhile, the bunny-shaped acrylic charm hanging at the waist became one of the photo highlights on site, with many people asking where to buy the merch after seeing my photos. Because the hall was packed with people, this mirror selfie was actually taken in a slightly quieter corner of the exhibition hallway after quickly adjusting my wig and belt position; fortunately, shadow details, costume silhouettes, and accessories were captured clearly in front of the lens, honoring this meticulously prepared makeup and outfit. The offline interaction atmosphere at CP32 this time was virtually perfect, especially being surrounded by passionate fellow fans who stuffed my hands with all sorts of carefully prepared freebies—from laser transparent cards and delicate badges to illustration stickers, an incredible variety. As a cosplayer portraying "Valarqvin", I even received many cute fan merchandise created by creators based on character lore, each filled with heart, leaving me completely immersed in this exchange of pure passion. Though walking around the convention during Casual cosplay was very exhausting and left my feet sore after a full day, I felt immensely fulfilled mentally. I've already quietly started planning new gear and looks for the next convention, looking forward to meeting everyone again at the venue as Valarqvin or other characters to experience this unique joy, while capturing more Convention photos.