A2

The look

A2 is a former YoRHa Type A prototype who specializes in close-range combat. Unlike the maintained YoRHa units, A2 has been living as a deserter for years, leaving her appearance heavily damaged and unmaintained. Her standard appearance consists of long, wild pale hair, blue eyes, a small beauty mark, and an extremely minimal outfit. Large areas of artificial skin are missing, revealing the black protective material underneath. The result should look damaged, abandoned, functional, and combat-worn, rather than like a clean futuristic bodysuit.

Base costume

1. 01Black Midriff Cloth / Sash
2. 02A2's actual remaining clothing is extremely minimal.
3. 03A dark velvet-like cloth wraps around the midsection.
4. 04It should appear worn and practical rather than polished.
5. 05Black Artificial-Skin Underlayer
6. 06This is one of the most important elements.
7. 07Exposed sections create the appearance of: ◦ sleeveless upper-body coverage ◦ long gloves/arm coverings ◦ shorts/hotpants ◦ thigh-high boot sections
8. 08A black bodysuit is the safest practical foundation for cosplay.
9. 09Exposed/Damaged Skin Sections
10. 10The transition between normal artificial skin and the black underlayer should look intentional.
11. 11Use prosthetic/body-safe makeup or printed fabric panels rather than attempting unsafe body modifications.
12. 12Thigh-High Black Boot Sections
13. 13Tall black boots or integrated bodysuit boot covers.
14. 14The silhouette should remain sleek and close to the body.
15. 15Optional YoRHa Details
16. 16Minimal technical details can be incorporated around the costume.
17. 17Avoid making her look like 2B; A2's stripped-down, damaged appearance is the key distinction.

Character details

• Pale artificial complexion. • Long, unkempt white/blond hair. • Light blue eyes. • Beauty mark near the left side of the mouth. • Damaged artificial skin. • Black synthetic-looking underlayer. • Athletic combat-oriented physique. • Overall appearance should feel neglected and battle-worn.

Hair / face / makeup

• HAIR: Long, pale platinum-blond/white wig.
• HAIR: Very messy and uneven.
• HAIR: Hair should appear as though it has been allowed to grow out naturally.
• HAIR: Avoid the neat, controlled styling associated with 2B.
• FACE: Light complexion.
• FACE: Pale blue eyes.
• FACE: Small beauty mark near the mouth.
• MAKEUP: Keep the base relatively pale.
• MAKEUP: Add subtle shading around exposed/damaged areas.
• MAKEUP: Light weathering can be added around the artificial-skin breaks.
• MAKEUP: The goal is a synthetic android appearance rather than zombie makeup.

Props

• Virtuous Contract / sword-style prop
• Large A2-style combat sword
• Optional Pod-inspired prop
• Optional YoRHa identification details
• Safe convention-compliant weapons only.

What makes the cosplay read as A2

The most important combination is: Wild long pale hair + blue eyes + beauty mark + extremely minimal black outfit + exposed artificial- skin sections + battle-worn appearance. A2 should look noticeably rougher and less maintained than 2B. The damaged body construction is particularly important. A clean black bodysuit alone can make the costume look like a generic futuristic character, while carefully recreating the exposed black underlayer gives it the specific A2 silhouette.