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oliverrr1989 · Jul 01, 2008, 12:26 PM // 12:26

To be honest, I find cosplay kinda cringe worthy and nerdy.

That said, I think that costume is excellent, it looks very well made, much like the picture on the box and I would consider it a work of art...I always did like that Ritualist costume too

Hyper.nl · Jul 01, 2008, 01:38 PM // 13:38

Wow, awesome work. Impressive!

Larcen · Jul 01, 2008, 01:40 PM // 13:40

First off my apologies to Tzu, the person behind the keyboard, my words were not intended to take away from the quality and craftsmanship of the costume, rather to compliment the model. This, in my eyes, -was- intended to show my appreciation for the costume, its detail, and overall magnificence. I can not judge its fine detail without seeing it first hand, however, given the background and how well it wears on the model is quite nice. I hope my words did not offend, neither the artist or model, which in this case are one in the same.

And to the others, the ones who focused on the model in kind or harsh ways, I don't believe they could appreciate art or talent if it bitch slapped them in the face, and for that I apologize for them. Well done, and keep up the great work, I for one, look forward to seeing more of your works.

Tzu · Jul 01, 2008, 01:43 PM // 13:43

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Originally Posted by Leonora Windleaf

Wow, looks great! Most of those "cosplay's" are usually pretty cheap, and just look way too tacky and clean. Your's does a great job at looking slightly rugged thanks to the higher quality materials. (But it still looks too clean for me :P I'd rub the clothes in dirt for a bit, give em a more authentic and slightly worn look)

Great Job, do some more please! And the model is beautiful!

Thanks, and yes I agree. A costume should look as authentic as possible.
I could've made the cloth look more worn, but I was afraid I'd kill the colours. I really like this shade of orange.
Here are some more I picked out today:

Abedeus · Jul 01, 2008, 02:08 PM // 14:08

Niiiice. If that dude says you are flat again, then I guess there's some problem with him.

How did you do those shells on the belt? Paper mache, clay, store bought?

RavagerOfDreams · Jul 01, 2008, 03:08 PM // 15:08

very nice job Tzu and i thought you looked pretty as well

cant wait to see the wintersday one

Tzu · Jul 01, 2008, 04:09 PM // 16:09

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Originally Posted by Abedeus

How did you do those shells on the belt? Paper mache, clay, store bought?

Sernite, I believe. It's a type of mouldable plastic thingy, which becomes hard when you bake it.

Tender Wolf · Jul 01, 2008, 05:05 PM // 17:05

Very nice Tzu! Absolutely fabulous! *cheers wildly* I love it when people make costumes from Guild Wars, and yours is by far the best one I've seen yet!

The details are incredible, right down to the tattoo patterns. And to think you made this completely by hand. Wish I could do that. hehe

I found this too late to see the negative comments but it seems someone always has to complain about something in these threads. Oh well don't pay any attention to them, they're probably just jealous.

Great work and can't wait to see what else you have in store (I'm ready to see Dwayna which you said is next)!

eeks · Jul 01, 2008, 05:22 PM // 17:22

Superb work.

As someone mentioned, looks very high-quality unlike other cosplay costumes I've seen. I love the little touches you gave the photos too, such as the wand, fan and Rit-like posing.

Pleeeeeaaaase get into swimwear design? So I can buy your stuff? XD

One question, how long did it take to get rid of the tatts (also, fine work on those)?

Tzu · Jul 01, 2008, 06:30 PM // 18:30

thanks, Tender!
Your compliment means a lot to me! <3

@ eeks; the tattoos come off easily with water. I just had a quick shower afterwards.

Valeria · Jul 01, 2008, 09:06 PM // 21:06

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the tattoos come off easily with water. I just had a quick shower afterwards

I probabbly wouldn't want to hug you when you are wearing those tatoos then.

Really looks like you put some time into this costume! Makes me want to start sewing again.

Smilin' Assassin · Jul 01, 2008, 10:26 PM // 22:26

wow, out of all the costumes I think the Ritualist's is the most demanding ~ so many little details~!
.. and I think I read somewhere that you've actually practiced those moves too:}

BladeWind · Jul 01, 2008, 10:44 PM // 22:44

Tzu,

The costume is superb, i cannot fault it.Personally i think its very well made.

The model(which is you :P) Suits the costume perfectly also. Fantastic.

Now i want to see a Snowman!

or a snowomen

Regards ~ Frozenwind

EDIT: just re read first post

Come to international this weekend for both the event and mine

Dwayna costume ey? Looking forward to it!

Murmel · Jul 01, 2008, 10:46 PM // 22:46

Wow.

Awesome work

Tzu · Jul 01, 2008, 10:48 PM // 22:48

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Originally Posted by BladeWind

Now i want to see a Snowman!

or a snowomen

that could be arranged

SuTiH · Jul 02, 2008, 11:41 AM // 11:41

can't say anything else than:
WOW

Oo

really nice job!

Hailfall · Jul 02, 2008, 08:29 PM // 20:29

Awesome pics, and you look very good as well, which i already said on devart.

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Originally Posted by bargaw

Try make necro obsidian set, or scar pattern xD

Anyway, awesome costume!

I'm actually planning on doing the scarpattern.. or rather.. getting it scarred/branded on my legs ;P

But maybe before that ill get someone to bodypaint it on me

Divinus Stella · Jul 03, 2008, 02:04 AM // 02:04

Truly awesome costume, looks just like the box-art, you have to try mesmer FoW next :P

ShoGunTheOne · Jul 03, 2008, 05:26 PM // 17:26

nice 1
great custume

you look just like a ingame ritualist only prettier ^^

(i know cos i saw the pics of yourself) :P

Tzu · Jul 03, 2008, 08:23 PM // 20:23

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Originally Posted by BladeWind

Come to international this weekend for both the event and mine

sure, I'll pop by. meeting people from Guru is always fun

IGN: Tzu Zu Heltzer for the festival.

Divinus Stella: thanks, but mesmer FoW is a little plain I think ^^' but, as I said, I'll be making a Dwayna cos. Otherwise I'm tempted to do Jora, but we'll see about that later.

ShoGunTheOne: thanks, what a lovely compliment