[Exusiai the New Covenant Cosplay] Trying On My Self-Assembled Cosplay Outfit for the Carnival

Trying on this Self-assembled cosplay outfit for Arknights Exusiai the New Covenant is purely to prepare for next week's carnival. As I mentioned earlier, wearing this outfit in a crowded indoor venue will most likely be hot enough to make anyone question their life choices. Even fitting indoors during this season, I can already feel the pressure from lack of breathability—mainly due to the layering of the black robe and collar cape, combined with relatively firm fabric. While the coverage is maximum, heat dissipation is practically hopeless. So I prepared a solution in advance: I plan to swap the inner layer for a refreshing, breathable black tank top, compromising as best as possible between character fidelity and personal comfort.

Getting back to the details of this Self-assembled cosplay outfit, the most eye-catching part is definitely the custom red wig. It underwent a full trim with great layering, and the hair color fidelity is very high without appearing overly reflective. The fine metal ring halo resting atop the head is the core essence of the entire look—putting it on instantly elevates the visual focus, making the photo's atmosphere much more three-dimensional. The black cloth bandana with white edging wrapping the red hair creates a semi-hidden texture where clergy aesthetic weaves with punk style.

The cape-style collar design on the upper body was a tailoring challenge. The black-and-white color-blocked structure combined with the black diagonal grid pattern on top delivers rich visual layering. When selecting fabrics for this self-assembled outfit, I specifically picked materials with stronger structural support; otherwise, the collar would easily sag or deform over time, heavily impacting overall character accuracy. The wide white bell sleeves feature crisp black geometric lines that echo the design language of the bandana pattern, preserving outfit cohesion. On the hands, half-finger black fingerless gloves are worn—retaining character accuracy while remaining extremely convenient for daily smartphone use and allowing flexible, natural finger movements when posing in front of the mirror.

As for accessories, the silver necklace featuring a cross ring element serves as a finishing touch. Worn solo across the chest, it stands out strikingly against the large expanse of black fabric beneath, balancing metallic texture with modern flair to inject a cool, clerical elegance into the whole outfit. Meanwhile, the black leather waist belt with a simple square metal buckle not only cinches the waistline but also emphasizes upper-to-lower body proportions, avoiding any bulky appearance from loose garments.

This photo was taken purely facing the bathroom mirror to record the authentic fitting state and overall look on the body. Looking at it now, the fit of this self-assembled pattern is quite solid, mostly thanks to putting considerable thought into selecting tailoring and accessories. However, during the actual try-on, I also spotted a few potential issues—for example, the white sleeve cuffs get dirty very easily, and this layered design isn't quick to put on or take off. On the day of the carnival, I'll need to pay extra attention to maintaining the garment during activities, avoiding spilling coffee or drinks. Furthermore, black tones absorb heat naturally, and the indoor venue at the carnival will be rather stuffy, making an inner layer swap essential—I absolutely can't let sweat ruin the character shoot results.

Overall, the current fitting results have completely met expectations. The texture and layering of this outfit are both great, while the high contrast between red hair, white halo, and black-and-white color palette is extremely eye-catching. My self-assembled cosplay outfit project is basically a success, and the next priority is adjusting the inner layers to be lighter and more comfortable. This Cosplay outfit is officially locked in for my carnival schedule—I hope to power through the full day's activities smoothly, maintaining character traits while keeping as refreshed as possible.