Raiden Cosplay: At a Glance
ABOUT RAIDEN:
1. GHI – The first thing you will need for a Raiden cosplay is a traditional karate ghi.
2. SURCOAT – You could always make your own robes if you want true authenticity but if you want to save time then this medieval surcoat is a good option.
3. BO STAFF – A real Bo Staff is awesome but they aren’t cheap, a wooden broom handle like this is a great alternative.
4. HAT – One of the most recognizable aspects of Raiden’s original design was his traditional Chinese straw hat.
5. FABRIC – Twill ribbon can be used to wrap your lower legs like Raiden.
6. ARM WRAPS – You could also use some black ribbon to wrap your arms or these compression sleeves.
7. SASH – A pirate cosplay sash also works remarkably well for this look.
8. MASK – Start with a black balaclava and cut the nose and mouth section out to recreate Raiden’s mask.
9. SHOES – Finally, you will need a simple pair of white loafers and your outfit is officially complete!
Ever since the original Mortal Kombat was released, Raiden has been hands-down one of the most popular fighters of the series.
However, there are tons of great characters to choose from. Find step-by-step outfit guides for some of the most popular ones down below!
From Kitana to Jade, Liu Kang to Johnny Cage, there is something for everyone.
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Layer a white sleeveless martial arts robe over a blue tabard and dark trousers. Add a blue or black waist sash, forearm guards, wrapped lower legs, dark boots and a wide conical straw hat. A black hood and white-eye effect complete Raiden’s classic Mortal Kombat appearance.
Raiden wears a wide-brimmed conical straw or sedge hat. Choose a structured hat with a low point and broad brim, then add blue, black or metallic trim to match the particular Mortal Kombat version being recreated.
The safest options are white eye makeup or small concealed LED lights beneath the hat brim. Decorative white contact lenses should only be used when prescribed and properly fitted by an eye-care professional. Never purchase unregulated costume contacts.
Cut lightning-bolt shapes from translucent blue plastic, flexible foam or clear tubing illuminated with battery-powered blue LED wire. Keep batteries secure and avoid exposed wiring, mains-powered components or rigid props with sharp points.
In the rebooted Mortal Kombat 1 timeline, Raiden is a young mortal champion rather than Earthrealm’s established thunder god. His costume is simpler and lighter, while earlier versions frequently feature heavier robes, armor, a dark hood and permanently glowing eyes.
Liu Kang is the strongest thematic pairing for Raiden, while Kung Lao provides a particularly relevant Mortal Kombat 1 duo. Scorpion, Sub-Zero, Johnny Cage, Sonya Blade and Kitana can complete a recognizable Mortal Kombat group.