Summary
Ermes Costello, first introduced inJoJo’s Bizarre AdventureStone Ocean,is a fellow prison resident along with the main character andfirst female JoJo, Jolyne Cujoh, in Part Six of the series. She is strong, determined, and possessesone of the best and most unique Stands titled Kiss.Her character design in the signatureJoJo’sart style is vibrant and colorful, represented well in a recent cosplay by Reddit user,u/PugoffkaCos.
The cosplay starts off with a green vest top that is open at the front to reveal a yellow and black-striped tank top underneath. u/PugoffkaCos also wears a dark pair of pants and a wig that matches Ermes' hair in the anime identically. There are chunky golden arm cuffs around the cosplayer’s arms.
Their makeup is also very anime-accurate, with striking green lipstick and black comic book-style lines that give the cosplayerthe appearance of being an animated character fromJoJo’s Bizarre Adventure.The most prominent aspect of the look is the small pink square in their hand.
This Ermes Cosplay is Beautifully Crafted, With a Small Detail That Hints at Her Stand
The Sticker in the Cosplayer’s Hand is a Crucial Aspect of Ermes' Stand, Kiss
The little pink square they are holding has white outlines around the border and a dark pink lip icon in the center. The small square is a detail inspired by Ermes' Stand, Kiss.Kiss has a duplication abilityand can create two of any object using little square stickers. Once Ermes subtly places a sticker on an item, it duplicates, and she can remove the sticker anytime she wants, melding the copies back into one object. Ermes uses this ability cleverly numerous times in the series to help Jolyne and their friends escape from Green Dolphin Street Prison to try to stop Pucci.
In the cosplay, u/PugoffkaCos wears a persistent, motivated expression that fits well with Ermes' demeanor inStone Ocean,as she isa driven character who never gives up.Motivated by the death of her sister, Gloria, Ermes swore to stop at nothing to seek justice for her beloved sister’s unfortunate murder. As well as caring deeply for her family, Ermes also possessed excellent fighting skills, both in combat and using her Stand, Kiss. She was one of the most helpful friends Jolyne had by her side and played a monumental role in helping Jolyne escape the prison.
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Ermes is Passionately Motivated to Help Her Sister and Her Friends
With Tenacity and Bravery, This UnderratedJoJo’sHero Finally Receives Her Chance to Shine in This Cosplay
The cosplay gives a perfect depiction of Ermes Costello, exactly as she appears in the animated series adaptation ofJoJo’s Bizarre Adventure. Every last aspect of her physical appearance, from her colorful outfit to the intricate sticker detail that hints at her Stand, Kiss, comes alive vibrantly in the look. u/PugoffkaCos also wears a purposeful facial expression and stands in a persistent pose that makesErmes' personality clear through body language. This often underrated but very important and complexJoJo’s Bizarre Adventurecharacter deserved her time to shine, and she definitely received it in this cosplay.
Source:u/PugoffkaCoson Reddit
Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure
JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure is a Japanese multimedia franchise created by Hirohiko Araki. It follows the adventures of the Joestar family, spanning generations, each with unique abilities and battling supernatural enemies. Known for its eccentric characters, distinctive art style, and creative battles, it includes manga, anime, games, and merchandise.
