Cloud Strife — Advent Children
SOLDIER-Class Uniform
Overview
Military-modern silhouette: navy sleeveless SOLDIER 1st Class uniform with tan cross-strap harness, a single spiked pauldron, and the oversized Buster Sword slung across the back. Signature spike-blond wig.
- Franchise
- Final Fantasy VII
- Difficulty
- INTERMEDIATE-ADVANCED
- Builds
- 3
- Build Hours
- 120h
- Popularity
- High
Where to get it — Advent Children
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Cloud's Advent Children design changes his classic blue SOLDIER appearance into a predominantly black outfit. Square Enix describes the post-Final Fantasy VII Cloud as wearing an all-black ensemble while working for Strife Delivery Service.
Base costume
- 01Black Sleeveless Outfit — The black layered clothing creates a slimmer, darker silhouette.
- 02Cloudy Wolf Shoulder Armor — The distinctive shoulder ornament is a key identifier.
- 03Arm Guards — Layered armor pieces protect the forearms and add visual complexity.
- 04Belt / Harness System — Multiple straps create the characteristic Advent Children silhouette.
- 05Black Trousers — The trousers continue the monochromatic design.
Character details
The wolf ornament on his shoulder is particularly important for an accurate build.
Hair / face / makeup
- The recognizable spiky blond hair remains.
Props
- Buster Sword — 3D print in sections, EVA-foam alternative for travel
What makes the cosplay read as Cloud Strife
1. Black outfit 2. Spiky blond hair 3. Cloudy Wolf shoulder ornament 4. Arm armor 5. Layered straps
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