Cosplayers are taking their love of dressing up as their favorite characters to a whole new level – by incorporating horror elements into their costumes in order to scare people.
This trend, which is called creepypasta cosplay, is quickly gaining popularity, and some of the costumes are so realistic and spine-chilling that they’re giving people nightmares. Let’s take a look at some of the best examples of this trend.
Jeff The Killer Costume
Who better to top our list of the best creepypasta cosplay than the titular character from the story that started it all?
Jeff The Killer is a horror movie protagonist that has been brought to life by this talented cosplayer. The costume itself is nothing out of the ordinary, but Jeff’s stare manages to be so chilling, he’s managed to scare everyone who’s laid eyes on him.
Slenderman Costume
This popular story of a faceless, thin, and potentially supernatural creature was adapted for this year’s Comic-Con. This mask is so realistic that it almost looks like it could be real. However, don’t let its realistic exterior fool you; the wearer has nothing to hide behind and more than a few people have been startled by the mask’s appearance.
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High End Freddy Krueger Costume
This is a high-end version of Freddy Krueger from the Nightmare on Elm Street series. With a movie-accurate costume, an actor can truly scare people in a way that wouldn’t be possible with a generic costume.
A Creepy Child Phantom
This is a cosplay of the child phantom from the game Bloodborne. Although this costume isn’t very accurate, it still manages to be creepy thanks to the use of makeup and contact lenses on one eye. Even so, some may question whether or not this character even belongs at Comic-Con.
Creepy Horror Movie Villains Group Cosplay
This group of horror movie villains is cosplaying as characters from the Saw series, Nightmare on Elm Street, and more!
Despite being worn by multiple people, you can still see that these costumes are high quality- making them even scarier. This trend of creepypasta cosplay is becoming the talk of the convention, and we can’t wait to see who else shows up!
Freddy Cosplays as Jason Voorhees
Freddy Krueger isn’t the only horror movie villain that’s made an appearance at Comic-Con. The infamous serial killer Jason Voorhees from Friday the 13th is here to kill. This Jason doesn’t only have a unique look; he also has a very powerful chainsaw to hack his victims to pieces with.
The Creeper Costume
This cosplay of the character The Creeper from the movie Jeepers Creepers could pass for an actual creature. This is a perfect example of the level of detail in creepypasta cosplay. The Creeper costume has fake blood, exposed bones, and even fake eyes- making it extra scary.
Alien Xenomorph Costume
This creepy alien xenomorph from the movie Aliens has been brought to life at Comic-Con by this cosplayer. The costume is very well made, and the mask’s striking appearance really gives this character an extra dose of horror.
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€295,00Edward Scissorhands Costume
This is a beautiful cosplay of the dark fairy tale protagonist Edward Scissorhands. This version was created by the talented team over at Alchemy Studio in Los Angeles. The costume itself looks like it could be worn by Johnny Depp, the original Edward Scissorhands himself.
Chucky Costume
This is a well-made cosplay of the murderous Good Guy doll Chucky from the movie Child’s Play. The terrifying thing about this costume isn’t just that it was made to look like Chucky; it’s actually taking the creepypasta cosplay trend to a whole new level by creating moving eyes for the mask.
Eyeless Jack Costume
This is a high-quality Halloween mask of the creepypasta character Eyeless Jack. Despite having his eyes gouged out, Jack manages to be one of the most terrifying characters in creepypasta lore. The mask has holes where his missing eyes should be- making it even scarier. This may be one of the best creepypasta masks ever created.
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€295,00The Rake Cosplay
This is a cosplay of The Rake, another well-known creepypasta character. Unlike some other examples on this list, this version has been taken to an even scarier level by adding fake blood and dismembered limbs to make it extra gory. The mask is also featureless black, making the character even more disturbing.
White Walker Costume
This is one of the best white walker costumes ever made. The cosplayer even has the added detail of ice crystals covering his face- making him extra chilly. This walker’s appearance is the perfect blend of the Game of Thrones TV show and the original creepypasta stories.
Ghostface Costume
This is a very memorable version of the horror movie slasher Ghostface from the Scream franchise. The costume has a spooky appearance, but it’s definitely one of the best out there! This version takes a creative turn by having the mask be a picture of a ghost mask on a morbid-looking sweater.
Zalgo Costume
This is one of the most disturbing costumes ever created. It’s based on Zalgo, who makes the entire world dark and twisted in his stories, with people turning evil just by looking at them. The costume is well-made, and the mask looks terrifying. Good luck sleeping tonight!
Miss Peregrine’s Monster Cosplay
This is a creative cosplay of Miss Peregrine’s Monster from the popular children’s book and movie with the same name. The character itself isn’t all that scary in terms of appearance, but this cosplayer has managed to make it look downright terrifying by adding spiky teeth and extra limbs.
Widemouth Costume
This is a cosplay of one of the most frightening creepypasta characters out there- Mr. Widemouth. The character always hides in closets and waits for children to open them before jumping out to scare them. This costume includes all of these features, making it especially creepy.
Conclusion
Whether you’re looking for a high-quality mask to wear at your next Halloween party or you want to create an incredibly disturbing costume, these cosplay creepypasta costumes are sure to do the trick.
They range from fairly accurate replicas of well-known characters to completely original designs that will send chills down your spine. Which one is your favorite?
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