[Requa]

As promised, here are my designs!

Brief: a Maklak costume

Dropped: A thin layer of frost envelops a Maklak costume crudely discarded here.

Examined: The chilling appearance of Maklak, the ice wizard is perfectly captured in this costume. Long, midnight blue robes inlaid with silver elemental runes drape regally on the body, the pale blue cuffs and hem trailing a few feet behind the wearer. Accompanying the arcane robes is a mask that perfectly captures the wizard's ancient yet commanding visage, the irises painted white around the eyeholes to mimic his piercing white gaze. An eccentric wig of human hair completes the costume, dyed a blinding white and styled to look like a crown of frozen icicles, a distinctive mark of Maklak's affinity with the power of icy, unforgiving winter.

Appearance - a porcelain doll costume

Dropped - Radiating a sense of eerie innocence, a porcelain doll costume lies here.

Examined - This costume transforms the wearer into a life-size porcelain doll, a picture of innocence at first glance with a girlish red and yellow checkered dress, slightly frayed at the edges from wear, and a smiling porcelain mask. A small tin of powder is included in this costume to be applied liberally all over the skin to resemble a body made out of porcelain. Upon closer inspection of the mask, however, the innocent appearance is tainted by a sense of morbidity that radiates from the unblinking gaze of the glossy dark eyes, their blank stare akin to a corpse's glazed look. Adding to the aura of malevolence is the wide, painted smile, which displays no real mirth and takes on an eerie undertone as the mask seems to grin mockingly.

Appearance - a jack-in-the-box costume

Dropped - Resembling an oversized jack-in-the-box, this eye-catching costume rests here.

Examined - Large, colourful panels of cloth stretch over a lightweight wooden frame in the shape of a big cube to form this unusual jack-in-the-box costume. Attached to one side of the cube is a wooden handle, which may be turned as if cranking the jack-in-the-box up. Two comfortable leather straps allow the box to be carried from the shoulders, reaching to just below the thighs with holes cut out from the sides and bottom for the arms and body to fit through. The box is roomy enough for an adult human to crouch in when it is set onto the floor, looking just like the real thing. A spring-loaded catch allows the top of the box to be flipped open when undone from the inside, allowing the wearer to frighten unsuspecting passerbys as the wearer explodes from the box. Completing the costume is a miniature lute to mimic the eerie song of the jack-in-the-box and a fake set of razor-sharp teeth, similar to those of the jester puppet in the box.

These three are arguably my favourite. The others that I did were did last minute when I noticed the box didn't poof after the end of Glacian, so they were rather rushed.

[kazu00]

Here are all of mine:

Appearance: a mountain lion costume
Dropped: A ferocious mountain lion costume lies here, no longer intimidating.

Extended:

Designed to mimic the deadly grace of a mountain lion, this costume surrounds the wearer's entire form. Thick cashmere has been dyed a tawny brown to simulate the coarse, natural fur of the mountain lion. The head features a long, silken mane that stretches out to just mid-neck. Finely chiseled bone shards ornament the feline mouth, giving it an added menace. Long arms and legs extend down into large paws with gleaming claws. A long tail extends out behind the costume, ending in a bundle of hair that resembles the mane.

Upon wearing:
As you slide into this feline guise, an overwhelming urge to ambush your unsuspecting prey overtakes you.

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Appearance: a summerstorm butterfly costume
Dropped: A summerstorm butterfly costume lies earthbound, gathering dust.

Extended:

Embodying the free spirit and soul of a butterfly, this costume appeals to the eye in many ways. Large silken wings jut forth from a flexible backbone that embraces and steadies the wearer. A mosaic of colours flourishes upon wings that sparkle iridescently in the light of the summer sun. Nearly invisible, a thin wire circlet holds up a pair of bobbing antennae about the head of this costume's wearer.

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Appearance: a Maklak costume
Dropped: Too cold to bear, an icy Maklak costume has been discarded here.

Simulating the icy malevolence of Maklak, this costume wraps about the body with an icy chill. Robes of the darkest blue cling to the wearer in an attempt to insulate the wearer from the frigid cold. Ornate runes ornament these robes in an attempt to enhance the arcane power of the wearer. Accompanying the costume, a silver wig has been styled to resemble a frosty crown, its hair up in spikes. A delicate porcelain mask has also been included to complete this icy garb. This mask has been carefully crafted to display the cold, arrogant features of Maklak in all of his frigid glory.

Wearing:

A chilly arrogance overtakes you as you slip on a Maklak costume.

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Appearance: an ancient cairn stone costume
Dropped: Metal and canvas lie jumbled in what appears to be a cairn stone costume.

Made to resemble an ancient cairn stone, this costume is rather unique. Heavy canvas has been dyed a stony grey and stretched tightly over a wire frame that slides over the head and shoulders. Large stains discolour the canvas in varying places to simulate the effects of rain and snow over the ages. Mysterious symbols have been lightly etched on the front of the costume so that they are barely discernible. Dyed wool has been artfully sewn onto the lower portion of the canvas, resembling moss.

[Soludra]

Mine:

CODE

APPEARANCE: A chintzy costume of Cwincan, the Gaian Knight
DROPPED: A chintzy costume of Cwincan lies forlornly on the ground.
EXAMINED: This costume of Eleusis' resident Knight glimmers under the light, metallic dust imparting a modicum of realism to the cheap linen underneath. An assortment of rough wooden weapons hangs from a leather belt, including a stunted shortsword with a green leaf carved into the hilt, and a bow strung with an inflexible line of corroded iron. The outfit is completed with a sparse wig of long brown hair, bound by a strip of leather.

(I just know I'm going to get some odd looks for that one. )

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APPEARANCE: A furry costume of Boorabee, the dropbear
DROPPED: A costume of Boorabee, the dropbear, gathers dust on the floor.
EXAMINED: Designed for someone of relatively smaller stature, this one-piece costume is covered in thick, dark brown fur, though a large patch on the front is distinctly lighter in shade. Painted a glossy white, a set of small wooden claws extend from each paw. A cluster of fake ginseng roots is firmly attached to one arm, while a few balls of decorative myrrh stick to the opposite appendage. A shaggy balaclava forms the head of this outfit, cute black eyes sewn into the fabric. An artificial muzzle extends from the mask, revealing a set of wooden teeth, as well as a space for the wearer to look through.

CODE

APPEARANCE: A costume of the Guardian of Thorns
DROPPED: Glittering softly, a costume of the Guardian of Thorns rests upon the ground.
EXAMINED: Composed of a strikingly dark fabric, this full-body costume of the Guardian of Thorns extends to nearly seven feet in height. A layer of rose thorns coats the arms and upper shoulders. The legs of the costume are extended by a wooden set of hound's paws, two straps on each awaiting a living foot to loop around. An intricately-sewn pair of silken wings cling to the back of the costume, their dark-emerald hue shot through with vibrant red, contrasting beautifully against the relatively dark body-suit. A raven-haired wig accompanies the outfit, completing the foreign appearance of the ensemble.

This post has been edited by Soludra: Oct 24 2009, 07:14 PM

[kazu00]

Soo, anyone else submit designs?

[Ruth]

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Appearance:-
an indistinct nocturni costume

Dropped:-
Left upon a crackling, copper staff, a cowled, atramentous nocturni robe
can be faintly discerned upon the ground here.

Examined:-
Made from expensive, sturdy cotton, this atramentous-hued robe, inspired
from the nocturni, billows about the wearer's frame in a somewhat
grandiose manner. While the robe casts mystery about the one's form, the
swarthy, attached cowl drapes down across one's features, effectively
casting one's features into shadows. Complementing the nocturni costume
is a tenuous, copper staff crowned with a blue, multi-faceted crystal.
Every so often, fizzles of blue electricity leap outwards from the
staff, leaving a silver trail of fading energy about the wearer's form.

I might have edited the appearance a little bit prior before putting my letter in the box. I can't remember what I edited it to, but here you go.

This post has been edited by Ruth: Oct 25 2009, 11:50 PM

[Acarion]

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[Requa]

When will the results be out? Mayaween's almost over! *hops*

[Hassan]

I keep logging in, checking announce for costume contest results, and qq'ing

[Kyree]

I didn't write down the costumes in notepad before I submitted them, but I submitted:(not the actual names) a gargoyle costume, a costume resembling a black Mayaween candle, a costume resembling a magically preserved letter, a costume resembling a hanging corpse, and a costume resembling a Mayan Crown.

[Hassan]

an undead ecalith costume

This outfit bears the likeness of a hulking cyclops that has seen better days. Cleverly crafted fabrics create the illusion of decaying fur and exposed skin that crawl with maggots. Disturbingly lifelike humanoid flesh and feces intersperse the fake shaggy fur. A mask accessory enhances the appearance with intimidating, realistic teeth and a single bloodshot eye that dangles from an eyestalk. The right arm ends at the elbow, continues as the handle of an attached blunt axe, and even has splattered blood that glows in the dark.