[Nangong Yu Cosplay] The Stage Moment of Zenless Zone Zero's Angels of Delusion

This time I shot Nangong Yu from Zenless Zone Zero, and the costume for Angels of Delusion has far more details than imagined. From the pink and black highlights of the wig to the mint green bowknot on the outfit, every little ingenious design needs to be presented in front of the lens. The moment I got the cat-head microphone prop, I felt the character affinity instantly clicked.

That day was at the Sanmiao Classmate Photography Studio, where they set up a fantastic real-scene stage. The high-saturation pink large screen in the background, paired with the drum kit and electric guitar equipment nearby, instantly maximized the atmosphere of the entire shooting site. During the shoot, the photographer guided me to find the most suitable body language. Whether it was catching the light and shadow while sitting on the JBL speaker, squatting at the edge of the stage lifting the microphone, or stretching my body on a high stool, he captured it all precisely.

The color scheme of this outfit has high recognition, adding black, pink, and mint green to the primary white color, accented with plaid elements, perfectly fitting the stage idol setting. The upper body design features multiple asymmetric treatments, with an off-the-shoulder style paired with black plush arm sleeves, which not only highlights the shoulder and neck lines but also echoes the gorgeous feel of the overall stage look. The pink section on the chest and the black-and-white plaid patchwork, combined with the mint green bowknot embellishment, deliver a rich sense of layering in the details.

The black glossy leather leg covers and those white platform shoes visually elongated my proportions, but the center of gravity was quite high when actually wearing them. Especially when shooting a few poses that required standing on one leg or high leg raises, I had to constantly adjust my muscle engagement to stabilize my balance, which indeed took some effort, taking several takes to find the most comfortable posture. The black plush arm sleeves on the shoulders and the asymmetric leg styling also added a bit of sharpness and vitality to the overall look.

I've always felt that Nangong Yu's temperament is a sweet style with a hint of coolness, so in terms of expression control, I needed to switch according to the movements—looking calm and confident while sitting, and keeping my gaze more focused during dynamic actions. I was very lucky to meet such a patient shooting team that repeatedly adjusted the lighting, allowing me to stay in the zone the entire time. This real-scene stage photography experience feels completely different from shooting against a solid color studio background; the blocking and sense of atmosphere prompt you to get into character much faster. Beyond the wide scenes, there were also several sets of close-up shots capturing the interaction between the face and props. When holding the cat-head microphone, paired with the intensity in my gaze, it truly expressed the character's signature confidence.

The final images have a strong stage presence. Once the overall color saturation of the picture came out, it accurately restored that vibrant yet slightly mysterious sense of distance. Real-scene shooting indeed offers more immersion than a pure white background, allowing me to express the character's traits more naturally during the process. This experience was incredibly interesting, and every time I refined the poses and expressions, it deepened my understanding of the character.