Sakura Haruno (Sakura Uchiha) from Naruto Shippuden with "Strength of a Hundred Seal" Activated: Photos taken in a family member's backyard in 2020. Photos and appearance are all by me. No outside help for the photoshoot. Just me and the camera timer.

“I’m the one who made Naruto suffer the most. I’ve just been getting it wrong. Just messing it up. I don’t want to get it wrong anymore… don’t want to screw it up anymore.”

Diluc “The Dark Side of Dawn”, is my absolute favorite character from Genshin Impact. Photos were taken at a local hotel lobby and a local park. Taken by my friend Zac. Cosplay is also Zac’s, he bought it off of Shecos on Etsy.

“I used to believe... if I was to stamp out evil, I would have to walk alone in the darkness. However, seeing your perseverance, I know I was wrong. Friend... I owe you my thanks.”

Zelda is the princess of Hyrule, an aspiring scholar, and leader of the Champions of Hyrule is from Breath of the Wild. Photos were taken by my then-girlfriend’s big sister at a local national park. Edits by me. Cosplay was bought off of Miccostumes.

“There is a fine line between courage and recklessness.”

D.Va from Overwatch out of her “Mech” with her Light Gun out. Photos are taken in a family member’s backyard. Some photos just by me, some by my sister, Shannon. All Edits by me. Cosplay bought off Mecari.

“I will defend my country!”

Venti, also known as Barbatos, the Ameno Archon from Genshin Impact. Photos were taken at a local park. Taken by my friends Brett and Zac. Cosplay was bought off Shecos on Etsy. Resin Add Ons and Harp by Zac. Bow (not pictured here) by me.

“Fly, fly away, Like a bird in the sky.

See the world on my behalf, To the heavens may you fly."

Rengoku the Flame Hashira from Demon Slayer. This character is someone who holds their ideals close to their heart. He will protect any human until his death. Photos were taken outside the hotel that held Hazard Con 2022. Photos by my friend Zac. This character is a huge inspiration of mine.

“Life is a series of decisions. You never have unlimited time to think, but what you choose in that instant defines who you are.”

Raiden Ei, also known by her Archon name Beelzebul, is the God of Eternity and the Electro Archon who presides over Inazuma in Genshin Impact. Photos were taken at a local national park. Taken by my friend Zac. Cosplay was bought off Shecos on Etsy. Sword and Pole Arm (not pictured here) made by me.

“I'm fearful because of what I witnessed five hundred years ago — her demise and that thing. But, if... If it were you, everyone would be safe. You would've saved the world. Just like I cherish the memories of everything in Inazuma, if you remember me, I'll live forever.”

Yoko Kurama, also known as Minamino Shuichi, is a complex character from YuYu Hakusho. He is a Fox Demon who fused with a human body and uses plants to fight. He flirts with darkness but often ends on the right side of the fight. Photos by Zac.

“You should know better than to corner an animal like a fox, Karasu. We have a tendency to show our teeth.”

Yanfei, “Wise Innocence”, is a half Adeptus who is Liyue Harbor's famed legal adviser, from Genshin Impact. A half-illuminated beast and highly-skilled legal adviser. Photos by Zac.

She combines adherence to the legal codices and reasonable flexibility to find the perfect balance in her work. She devotes herself to protecting the fairness of contracts in Liyue with her identity as a legal adviser and her unique experience and methods.

“I'll remind you again: The law can be both a help and a hindrance.”

Widowmaker (Amelie Lacroix) and Lifeguard Mercy from Overwatch. Some of the photos were taken by a professional photographer for the official Overwatch meet-up at Colossal Con East in 2019. I am Widowmaker and my friend Rine is Mercy. Cosplays were assembled by us and Props were made out of pool noodles by us as well.

Moira: “How are you feeling, Lacroix?“

Widowmaker: “I don’t feel. That’s the point, isn’t it?”

Nezuko is the little sister of Demon Slayer’s main character, Tanjiro Kamado. She is attacked and turned into a demon but refuses to hurt her brother or any other human. Even before she was turned into a demon, she was a kind and caring girl who put others before herself, much like her older brother, Tanjiro. Photo by my sister, Shannon. Edit by me

SPOILERS: Her strong willpower remains even when she is no longer a demon, shown when she willingly leaps in front of Inosuke to protect him from her own brother, who had become a demon and was attempting to kill those around him. Though she could have been killed, Nezuko did not hesitate to protect her brother.

“My dear brother! I'm so sorry. I'm sorry I didn't understand for so long. I put everything on your shoulders. Why is it you who always has to suffer? Why do kind people who struggle every day get trampled over and over?”

Hinata, from Naruto Shippuden, is formerly the heiress of the Hyūga clan, however, she lost the position upon being deemed unsuited for the responsibilities of leading the clan. She was meek and polite, caring for others more than herself. Nonetheless, Hinata persevered and from her observation of Naruto especially, Hinata found an example to follow. She became strong enough to change herself to be stronger while maintaining her kind nature. Photo by Brett, Edit by me.

(to Naruto) “I used to always cry and give up… I made many wrong turns… But you… You helped me find the right path… I always chased after you… I wanted to catch up with you… I wanted to walk beside you all that time… I wanted to be with you… You changed me! Your smile is what saved me! That is why I’m not afraid to die protecting you! Because… I love you…”

Hanzo is a skilled bowman and assassin, who was born as the oldest son of the head of the Shimada clan. Upon his father’s death, the clan elders instructed Hanzo to straighten out his rebellious brother, Genji. When his brother refused to comply, Hanzo was forced to kill Genji. Luckily Genji survived but it took years for Hanzo to find out. This act broke Hanzo’s heart and drove him to abandon his clan.

“Real life is not like the stories our father told us. You are a fool for believing it so! Perhaps I am a fool to think that there is still hope for you, but I do. Think on that brother.”

Cirilla Fiona Elen Riannon, better known as Ciri, is from the Witcher Series. She considers Geralt of Rivia and Yennefer her adoptive parents. She has a tragic past but ultimately is one of the strongest characters in the Witcher franchise, both physically, mentally, and emotionally. Photo by Zac, Edit by me.

“Hatred and vengeance blinded me ... But I shall stand before them in humility. I shall remember the expression in their eyes. I hope the memory of those eyes will stop me from making a similar mistake.”

Sasuke is the surviving member of the Uchiha clan in Naruto Shippuden after his older brother Itachi dies in front of him. His years of seeking vengeance and the actions that followed become increasingly demanding, and irrational, and isolate him from others, leading him to become branded an international criminal. However, after learning the truth of his brother’s sacrifice, later proving instrumental in ending the Fourth Shinobi World War, and is happily redeemed by Naruto. Sasuke decides to return to Konoha and dedicate his life to helping protect the village and its inhabitants, becoming referred to as the “Supporting Kage” or “Supporting Shadow”.

“While it’s true I once desired destruction… and the only goal I had was revenge… things are different now. Because that which is destroyed can always be fixed and rebuilt. Villages freed from the clutches and employ of the darkness… what I desire is to reform the entire shinobi world! What I am calling for, what I am bringing forth… that is… Revolution.”