Carbon Costume Men
Tom Ridgewell from Eddsworld
Tom Ridgewell is a main character in the animation, Eddsworld. Cynical and pessimistic, Tom doesn’t really get along with others. He can be smart or clueless depending on the situation. He enjoys alcohol and playing bass guitar. You can achieve the unsettling “no eyes” look with a pair of sunglasses.
Edd Gould from Eddsworld
Edd Gould is a protagonist in the animation, Eddsworld. He is the avatar and animated counterpart of Edd Gould, who created the series and also voices the character. Sometimes Edd can be carefree, or adventurous, or even self-centered, given a situation. Although what remains consistent is his obsession with bacon and Coca-Cola.
Adrian Shephard from Half-Life: Opposing Force
Colonel Adrian Shephard is the main protagonist of the video game Half-Life: Opposing Force. Colonel Shephard is a member of the United States Marine Corps sent to Black Mesa Research Facility to help eliminate alien invaders. Shephard wears white camo with a green tactical vest, camouflage helmet, and a gas mask. To recreate his mask, you can use some window tint film to update a cosplay mask with clear lenses, which is much easier to find.
Mushu from Mulan
Mushu is a character in the Disney animated movie Mulan. He fits the role of the hilarious sidekick. Mushu appoints himself in charge of getting Mulan back from the Chinese army to restore his title as spirit guardian for the Fa family. Although upon getting to know her, he understands her determination to defeat the Huns. Voiced by Eddie Murphy, Mushu is always cracking jokes and displays a comical sense of pride that often gets him into trouble. If you want to take the comfy route, you can opt for the onesie.
Gus Porter from The Owl House
Augustus Porter (voiced by Isaac Ryan Brown) is a witch on the Disney Channel series The Owl House. He is close friends with Luz Noceda and Willow Park. Gus has a dramatic flair, which serves his track as an illusionist. He is excitable and enthusiastic. When recreating Gus’ look, you’ll want to focus on either his more casual appearance or his Hexside uniform, though both rely on layering different pieces with a medieval feel to them.
Frank West from Dead Rising 2
Despite not being the primary protagonist of the second installment to the Dead Rising game franchise, Frank West (voiced by T.J. Rotolo) does return in its epilogue Dead Rising 2: Case West where he works with Chuck Greene, and becomes a playable character with the release of Dead Rising 2: Off the Record. Frank’s updated look includes rectangle sunglasses, a pendant necklace, and open-front white dress shirt splattered with plenty of blood.
Manny Garcia from Handy Manny
Manny Garcia is the main character of the Disney Junior cartoon series Handy Manny. He lives in Sheetrock Hills and works as the local handyman. His talking tools help him with his projects, which teach basic Spanish words. Lessons include teamwork, problem-solving, and education about Latin culture. Wilmer Valderrama, who you may recognize as Fez from That 70’s Show, voices Manny.
Mark Cohen from Rent
Mark Cohen is a character in the musical RENT, written by Jonathan Larson to depict bohemian life in Lower Manhattan’s East Village during the HIV/AIDS crisis. Mark serves as the musical’s narrator, documenting the events with his antique video camera. He is a struggling Jewish documentary filmmaker as well as Roger’s roommate. Maureen is his ex-girlfriend. Anthony Rapp portrayed Mark in both the Broadway run and 2005 movie-musical.
Matt from Cyberchase
Matt is one of the three main characters of Cyberchase on PBS Kids. He is part of the Cybersquad alongside Inez, Jackie, and Digit. He is an eleven year old boy who lives on Earth. His interests include sports and Greek mythology. His red backpack contains helpful objects to go into the technological Cyberspace.
Hugo from Street Fighter
Hugo is a character in the Street Fighter video games. He first appeared as an enemy in Final Fight, referred to as Andore before his debut as a playable fighter in Street Fighter III: 2nd Impact. His character is a professional wrestler managed by Poison, who are both members of the Mad Gear Gang. Hugo bears a strong resemblance to real life wrestler Andre the Giant.
