Anime

Shinji Ikari

Shinji Ikari is the protagonist of the classic anime series Neon Genesis Evangelion. He is the fourteen year old who becomes the pilot for EVA Unit 0-1 after a cataclysmic event wiped out half of humanity. Suffering from numerous mental issues and abuse, Shinji struggles to become the hero expected of him. Shinji mug and Pen^2 plush optional.

Freddie From Cromartie High School

Freddie is a fan favorite from the cult classic anime, manga, and live-action movie Cromartie High School. He is the manliest student in all of Cromartie, but since he’s mute no one knows anything about him. Kamiyama names him “Freddie” due to his resemblance to Freddie Mercury.

Kintaro Oe

Kintaro Oe is the protagonist of the anime/manga series Golden Boy. He is a college dropout who mastered the curriculum of Tokyo University Department of Law and looks for oddjobs in Japan to “study”. Along the way he encounters numerous women whom lust for him, but he chooses to pursue study rather than selfish physical pleadures. Since he goes through many costumes, we will focus on his episode 1 default appearance.

Asuka Langley Soryu

Asuka is one of the two female leads in the anime series Neon Genesis Evangelion, as well as the Rebuild of Evangelion movies (where her last name is changed to Shikinami). Asuka is the Second Child and pilot of Evangelion Unit-02, a teen of mixed heritage who was raised in Germany and is known for her callousness, narcissism and fiery temper. While Asuka may be rough around the edges, it’s actually a facade that she keeps up to hide her insecurities and low self-esteem, a result of an incredibly tragic childhood. As such, Asuka is well-known as one of the codifiers of the “tsundere” archetype, as shown by her interactions with main character Shinji throughout the series.

Master Roshi

In Dragon Ball Z, Master Roshi is an old master of the martial arts, responsible for training Goku and Ox-King among many others. He wears sunglasses and beach clothes, which leads him to believe he’s the epitome of cool and the ultimate stud.

Yoshikage Kira

Yoshikage Kira is the main villain of JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure Part 4: Diamond is Unbreakable. He is a serial killer who uses his power Killer Queen to murder young women and use their hands for his fetishes. Sheer Heart Attack figure and Duwang sandwich optional.

Old Joseph Joestar

Old Joseph Joestar is one of the main characters of JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure Part 3: Stardust Crusaders. He is the grandfather of protagonist Jotaro Kujo and an aged version of Joseph from Part 2: Battle Tendency. He joins Jotaro and co. on the quest to kill DIO and save his daughter, using his Stand Hermit Purple to help his allies in combat and support. Polaroid camera, Iggy plush, and purple pipe cleaners for Hermit Purple optional

Sakata Gintoki

In Gintama, Sakata Gintoki is a samurai and president of Yorozuya Gin-Chan, a shop that will take on any job for the right price. During the Joui War, he became known as Shiroyasha or White Demon due to his skillfull swordplay and demonic appearance.

DIO From Stardust Crusaders

Considered one of the most iconic (and quotable) villains of modern times, DIO is a ruthless vampire and is the main villain of the whole JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure series. This guide is based on his appearance in Part 3, Stardust Crusaders. A flamboyant but chiseled beast, DIO starts the series as an abused British brat. However, after securing the Stone Mask, he gains immortality as a vampire. DIO continues to torment the Joestar family nearly a century later, and his actions affect the whole franchise. Be sure to cut DIO’s jacket to proper size (about ribcage level) and cut a whole for his bulge in his pants. Red Cape optional. Use the green fabric to make DIO’s two hanging belts as well as the hearts on his headband, belt, and knees. Don’t forget the three dots on DIO’s left earlobe,

Daisuke Jigen

Jigen Daisuke is the partner and close friend of master thief Lupin III from the Lupin III anime/manga/movie series. An expert marksman, he is said to never miss a shot. Traveling across the globe, Jigen has garnered fame as a gunman with a wildly capable speed and accuracy. Crown optional for Castle of Cagliostro fans.

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