Carbon Costume Men
Beast from X-Men
Beast, or Dr. Hank McCoy, is a founding member of the X-Men. His powers as a mutant include super strength and heightened senses. Despite his animalistic appearance, Beast possesses brilliant intelligence, and can communicate eloquently. He is a professor at the Xavier Institute as well as an activist for the acceptance of mutants in society. This guide follows his comic book iteration. Use the blue paint to cover your entire face as well as to paint the pointed ears. Some appropriate additions might include a pair of glasses and a lab coat.
The Green Hornet (1940s)
The Green Hornet made his premier on a serialized radio program inn 1936. Since his inception, he has made mutiple appearances across comic books, television, and movie screens. In December 1940, the Green Hornet and Kato made their first appearance as comic book heroes. The Green Hornet’s original comic book costume consisted of a long green coat, matching fedora, and a face mask with his symbol on it to help conceal his identity.
Tomura Shigaraki from My Hero Academia
Tomura Shigaraki is the Leader of the Villains, and the main antagonist of the anime My Hero Academia. Initially his goal was to kill All Might, but it then became destroying all society. He is the most powerful villain because of his strength and intellect. His Quirk is Decay, meaning whatever he touches with all five of his fingers will disintegrate. The most obvious characteristic is the disembodied hands on his face and body. These hands are actually remnants of his family, after accidentally murdering them with his Quirk. Despite their bizarre appearance, Tomura admits the hands bring him calmness and peace. Our costume guide only features the hand for the face.
The Green Hornet (2011)
In 2011, Seth Rogan starred in a film reboot of The Green Hornet as the title character. The movie re-imagined Britt Reid and his superhero alter ego in the modern world. Rogan’s costume more closely resembles the 1960s TV version of the Green Hornet than his original comic book incarnation. This modern adaptation calls for a green three piece suit, Venetian style masquerade mask, and black leather driving gloves.
Jacob Seed from Far Cry 5
Jacob Seed (voiced by Mark Pellegrino) is a secondary antagonist in one of the more controversial Far Cry installments. He’s a member of a fringe religious and survivalist cult known as Eden’s Gate. He is their “protector” or “enforcer” which means he recruits new members through force. He also brainwashes members so that they can be cued to violence with nothing more than a song.
He is a military veteran suffering from PTSD among other issues. These lead him to commit himself fully to Eden’s Gate and their survivalist mentality. He is always armed with at least a large knife and still wears his dog tags and his army jacket. For a fully authentic look, fans can special order name patches and dog tags that say “Seed” as well as the rest of his information.
The rest of his costume consists of black combat boots, dark jeans, and a grey t-shirt as well as a survival whistle and lucky rabbit’s foot on a chain around his neck.
Hamburglar (70s)
The jibbering stealer of hamburgers and frenemy of McDonald’s spokesclown, Ronald McDonald, this Hamburglar costume is based on his look from the original 1970s commercials, before he was given a cuter, more child-like appearance in later years.
Dr. Robotnik from Sonic the Hedgehog (2020)
Dr. Ivo “Eggman” Robotnik (played by Jim Carrey) is the main villain in the Sonic the Hedgehog movie. Dr. Robotnik undergoes a stark transformation during the course of the film, evolving from a far more normal looking man into the bald-headed, mustachioed villain who is well-recognized by fans of Sega. Dr. Robotnik’s costumes evolve from a plan black outfit, to a red and black uniform before Dr. Robotnik’s clothes (and sanity) are damaged during his final confrontation with Sonic.
Will Byers at Hawkins Lab from Stranger Things 2
In Season 2 of Stranger Things, Will Byers (played by Noah Schnapp) is undergoing regular check-ups with Doctor Sam Owens at Hawkins Lab following his experience in the Upside Down. After seeing disturbing premonitions of a dark and deadly force, Will is brought in for continuing observation as his family and friends try to stop the Mind Flayer from entering Hawkins. Will’s outfit is typical of a hospital setting, with electrodes applied to monitor his brain activity.
Darkwing Duck
Darkwing Duck is the superhero alter ego of Drake Mallard, a mild-mannered single father. In the early ’90s, Darkwing Duck was a popular kids TV show, with a catchy theme song. You can rule the night by imitating Darkwing’s signature purple outfit including a wide brimmed hat and identity conceling mask.
Jimmy Hart
Jimmy Hart has managed many of the very best pro wrestlers over the years, including Hulk Hogan, Bret Hart, and “The Million Dollar Man” Ted DiBiase. He’s nicknamed the Mouth of the South, and used his megaphone to coach his proteges while distracting his opponents.
