[Roxy Cosplay] Suzhou ACG Event Photos, the Blue Mage from Arknights

Suzhou ACG event photos from March 21st; I had to post these before they gathered dust in my album. This time I cosplayed Roxy from Arknights. I spent quite a while preparing everything from the makeup to the wig, and I finally got some great shots during the event in Suzhou.

Regarding the overall concept, it started with the light blue long hair and the double braids. To stay true to the character, I chose a wig material with a soft sheen, and I had to pre-style the cowlick on top and the braids on the sides. For the makeup, I avoided overly vibrant colors, focusing instead on the blue contact lenses. Under the cool-toned lighting of the exhibition hall, the sharpness of the gaze fits this costume perfectly.

The costume has incredible layering. Most notable is the orange short cloak worn over the top, which features white piping along the edges; the movement of the cloak when walking or raising the staff looks fantastic in photos. Inside, there is a blue-and-white color-blocked design, and I made sure to replicate details like the yellow horizontal stripe at the waist and the metal snap buttons at the collar. The black lace trim on the hem adds a touch of elegance, while the flesh-colored stockings paired with cream-colored lace-up boots maintain slender visual proportions while keeping the overall look polished. Despite having many elements, the outfit doesn't feel bulky and allows for easy movement.

The staff prop is an accessory I spent a long time putting together. The long handle features a light-colored paint job, and the structure at the top is quite complex; the combination of white and light blue, accented with a touch of bright blue, really stands out under the high-intensity spotlights of the venue. Holding the staff requires arm muscle control to look natural without appearing too tense; it took two or three tries to find the most comfortable grip.

The shooting environment at Suzhou ACG was quite interesting—the venue was large and the lighting was better than expected. However, with so many people in the background, it really tested the photographer's ability to frame shots well. I owe a special thanks to the photographer, 'Gunzi Aichi Rou' (Stick Loves Meat), who is excellent at finding unique angles. For example, in the full-body shot standing up, there was a light breeze in the hall at the time. He captured the moment I was standing on one leg with the cloak fluttering backward, which, combined with my horizontal grip on the staff, immediately gave the image a narrative quality. For the close-ups of me sitting or kneeling, he changed the camera height and used the folding chairs from the event along with my white faux fur blanket to blur out the crowded background using a wide aperture, significantly improving the purity of the image.

Convention photography is really a test of how quickly you can adjust your state in a limited time and space. This look is relatively lightweight, without heavy armor, so I didn't feel tired even after shooting for an hour or two. When adjusting my poses, I paid attention to the drape of the cloak to avoid wrinkles and ensured the skirt hem was spread out naturally to keep the look sharp. The photographer was also very willing to try out the different angles I suggested, moving from close-up half-body shots to macro movements, and finally to relaxed sitting poses, fully showcasing every facet of this outfit.

I’ve always felt that good convention photos should feel organic rather than forced into stiff, perfect poses. It was actually quite chilly in Suzhou in March, but the heat of the venue more than compensated for the cold. While packing up my gear after the last few shots, I couldn't help but reflect that those spontaneous moments captured on-site are truly once-in-a-lifetime. In this environment, it's more about how well the character and the scene mesh in a natural state. This post is simply to record the mood of the shoot that day and to let everyone see the real-world texture of this Roxy from Arknights look.