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CosBlog # 77: Lightning Farron by Eclair

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by Meagan Marie on May 10, 2012 at 06:00 PM

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Final Fantasy’s Lightning Farron returned looking much fiercer in XIII-2. Cosplayer Eclair specializes in costumes of the pink-haired protagonist, and captured her new armored look to perfection. Check out the impressive craftsmanship below.

Who: The Character
The character is Lightning Farron from Final Fantasy XIII-2.

Why: The Decision
I chose Lightning because I feel similar to her, and feel that her story was similar to mine. This is the fourth version I’ve made of her.

What: The Process
Well, I didn’t have much time for the cosplay, and made it in about three months. The main material I used is a special plastic called “forex” that is modeled with heat. The weapon and shield were made with wood. There isn’t an overly “difficult part.” It was hard work, but I enjoy doing armor.

Where and When: The Debut
I wore the costume at a convention in October called “Romics.” My friend and I did a photoshoot at Lucca Comics in 2011.

Links: The Cosplayer
Deviantart: http://lightningtheartist.deviantart.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LightningCosplay
Blog: http://lightning-cosplay.blogfree.net
YouTube: http://youtube.it/Yulenne

The Gallery

Photography by Kitty Heat

Miss the past few CosBlogs? Check out the CosBlog Hub for a full archive of past costumes.

Filed under: News, Final Fantasy XIII, CosBlog, lightning

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by CommanderShishKebab Thursday, May 10, 2012 at 06:17 PM

I don't get how you make that
by Steve the Random Comment Guy Thursday, May 10, 2012 at 06:21 PM

I find avocado pecan pie a delicacy.
by Mr. Derp Thursday, May 10, 2012 at 06:21 PM

Giggity!
by Darth-Carbonite Thursday, May 10, 2012 at 06:26 PM

I think she looks fine. Another good Cosblog.
by AskGoblin Thursday, May 10, 2012 at 06:27 PM

She deserves a medal.
by PRjumpman124 Thursday, May 10, 2012 at 06:32 PM

Whoa, this is a REALLY good cosplay, I'm very impressed.
by xSagez Thursday, May 10, 2012 at 06:51 PM

I'm sorry but that second picture from the bottom makes him/her look like a transgender.
by InvisiKid Thursday, May 10, 2012 at 07:11 PM

I'm a huge fan of FFXIII so I have to give this a good and honest critique. Costume: B. It looks like some hard work was put into it, but it just looks like a costume. Superior cosplay outfits transcend costume and look like they stole the actual armor from the character. Plus the outfit does not even fit her properly. Model: D. I know not every person (including myself) is blessed with incredible looks in the face, but you need to at least match the body type. also you have to understand presence and poise. The poses are stale. The photo with the sword in the air is far from inspiring. It looks like your poking at some bird. Photography: D-. Its the worst part of the cosplay. Lack of imagination. And worse, terrible photoshop skills. Besides that, I appreciate your hard work and love you put into making a cosplay.
by Tim Gruver Thursday, May 10, 2012 at 07:33 PM

If I die and go to Valhalla, I want to see this kinda face greeting me. . .
by The Masked Marauder Thursday, May 10, 2012 at 07:43 PM

Can I have that sword? Please?
by Daniel Thursday, May 10, 2012 at 08:19 PM

That's pretty awesome
by Zero Thursday, May 10, 2012 at 08:28 PM

"Gender Female"

I may be blind (in fact, I'll admit to it), but how is everyone sure this is a dude? Can't speak Italian, and it's a little difficult reading the English, but looking at the images... looks like a chick to me. Go down to the Comicon photos on the blog.

Awk. n_n
by Ali Rapp Thursday, May 10, 2012 at 08:57 PM

This is cosplay, not a chauvinist modeling competition, people. Also, I, for one, like the detail on the weapon. Pretty sa-weet.
by rbarclay77 Thursday, May 10, 2012 at 09:03 PM

Really awesome! Huge fan of Final Fantasy. That is really good, some shots better than others, but still.. sweet!
by Space Cube Thursday, May 10, 2012 at 09:36 PM

All of these comments are so funny.
by GeneralChurch Thursday, May 10, 2012 at 09:41 PM

I wish I had the patience and skill to design cosplays like this, mine are simplistic but stand out. Bravo to those who are talented!
by Buddy Acker Thursday, May 10, 2012 at 09:46 PM

Beautiful.
by madcow96 Thursday, May 10, 2012 at 09:48 PM

Really like the costume, except for the boots. Most of those pictures are pretty good too, except for one of the close ups. Lighting is one of my favorite female video game characters, so it's great to see some well made cosplay.
by Jacob Tapp Thursday, May 10, 2012 at 10:32 PM

I hate cosplay
by Myrhakul Thursday, May 10, 2012 at 11:23 PM

You people are a bunch of *** haters! I swear. This IS a girl. Says her name is "Eclair" I believe. She specializes in cosplay. Put a lot of work into this costume. Crafted it HERSELF. You people just troll the *** out of her because its something you will never be able to do yourselves. Stop *** bashing people for *** you could NEVER *** do better. Bitches.