Lord have mercy – My Hero Academia Fans Ready to Go Plus Ultra After Seeing Mirko Cosplay from Anime NYC 2024

In the latter half of Kohei Horikoshi’s original My Hero Academia manga series, Pro Hero Mirko quickly rose to become a fan favorite character. Known by her real name Rumi Usagiyama, fans were drawn to her personality, Quirk, fighting skills, and overall character design.

Similarly, this trend has resulted in Usagiyama being a top choice for cosplay among fans of My Hero Academia at anime conventions and similar gatherings. The most recent portrayal that has captured the attention of fans is from X (previously known as Twitter) user @frizzyimposter (Frizzy), who donned the character’s costume at Anime NYC 2024 last weekend.

My Hero Academia Fans Raving Over Latest Mirko Cosplay From Community

Although Frizzy’s Mirko cosplay is not the first to gain popularity among the My Hero Academia community, it is being hailed as one of the best for a few significant reasons. Firstly, Frizzy’s impressive physical appearance perfectly resembles Usagiyama from the manga, showcasing their dedication to the cosplay. While not mandatory, this level of commitment is being acknowledged and highly praised by fans of Horikoshi’s work.

Additionally, with Horikoshi’s manga series recently ending, fans have been engaged in lively conversations about their favorite moments and characters. Naturally, Mirko has been a popular topic in these discussions, making Frizzy’s timing of the cosplay perfectly aligned with the character’s resurgence in the community’s consciousness.

In addition, Frizzy’s profile exemplifies her passion and commitment to cosplaying various characters from different anime series beyond My Hero Academia. Among her impressive cosplays are Dio Brando from JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, Rei Ayanami from Neon Genesis Evangelion, Himeno from Chainsaw Man, Tengen Uzui from Demon Slayer, and numerous others.

Fan reaction

It is understandable that Frizzy’s cosplay of My Hero Academia is receiving universal praise from fans, as there are virtually no negative comments in response to her original post. Many fans are particularly impressed with how perfectly she embodies the character, with numerous comments and emojis highlighting this aspect.

“Nice cosplay [clapping emoji],” applauded one fan.

“Gunshow! [arm flexing emoji],” cheered another.

“Great, what a great costume,” pointed out a third.

“Elite,” plainly commended a fourth.

Some are choosing to highlight Frizzy’s overall talent and skill in cosplaying, as well as her renowned reputation in the community. They also express their admiration for the original Mirko character. Additionally, some fans express their regret at not being able to see her portrayal of Mirko in person at the Anime NYC 2024 convention.

“You are killing it! [heart eyes emoji],” praised one netizen.

“Frizzy where were you? ?? I was trying to find you the whole time!!!!!,” questioned another.

“You look amazing!!! She’s one of my favorite MHA characters. She’s so strong, bada**, relentless… she’s awesome,” lauded a third.

Overall, it is evident that Frizzy’s highly precise and lifelike cosplay has enamored fans, regardless of the underlying cause. Additionally, many enthusiasts are delighted that such a skilled and renowned cosplayer like Frizzy is dedicated to bringing one of their beloved characters to life in such a vibrant manner. Even though Horikoshi’s manga has concluded, it is apparent that the fanbase will not easily fade away.

4 villains that Mirko from My Hero Academia can beat (and 4 heroes that can beat her)
Does Mirko die in My Hero Academia? Explored
My Hero Academia: What happened to Mirko after the War? Explained