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Chun-Li Cosplay Kicks Its Way To Victory

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Apr 13 2022

This dynamo of martial arts has left a major impact on the world of cosplay. We’re punching through these Chun-Li Cosplays!

Since 1987, the Street Fighter franchise has been the bar standard of fighting games. With each new generation, each new game, Street Fighter captures new audiences and fans. The Capcom Pro Tour brings the highest level competitors together in a worldwide tournament to end all tournaments. With Street Fighter more on-trend than ever before, this week we’re featuring some high profile Chun-Li Cosplays!

Chun-Li Cosplay by Angela Bermúdez

Chun-Li was first introduced in 1991’s ‘Street Fighter II’. She was the first female champion to be introduced, and one of the first playable female videogame heroes. With the likes of Metroid’s Samus Aran and Tomb Raider’s Lara Croft, Chun-Li kicked her way into the hearts of gamers the world over, and paved the way for future generations of female game characters.

Chun-Li Cosplay by Danielle Vedovelli

To Cosplay the Champion

Chun-Li is one of the most well known and recognizable characters from Street Fighter. With her iconic hairbuns and traditional Chinese dress, Chun-Li is famous for her high kicks and physical combat skills. Chun-Li’s qipao comes from Chinese culture, imported from Manchuria and popular among girls in the early 20th century. The costume has been altered to provide more mobility, establishing a look that has become iconic in the cosplay world.

Chun-Li Cosplay by Enji Night

Chun-Li has undergone many changes in appearance over the history of the Street Fighter games, from her classic blue outfit to a black and gold version, through many accessories and minor tweaks to her accessories. Through it all, she has acquired a dedicated fanbase of gamers and cosplayers alike. This week we’re featuring a few standout cosplays to showcase Chun-Li’s range. We hope you enjoy the Chun-Li Cosplay feature!

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Art Nouveau Chun-Li Cosplay by Yaya Han

Chun-Li Cosplay by Angela Bermúdez

I’m the strongest woman in the world!

There is no chance for you to beat me! Challenge someone else!

“What a wimpy woman! I wonder if there is a much stronger opponent?”

You can’t measure a person’s strength by their honor…”

“You should all kneel down before me!”

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Chun-Li Cosplay by Enji Night

I won because I have a reason to fight.

Justice will triumph in the end. I’m sure of it.

No one will stop me from destroying Shadaloo!

Chun-Li Cosplay by Danielle Vedovelli

Didn’t take me seriously because I’m a woman? Look what happened!

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“The world’s greatest fighter has no time for losers!”

“Thought you could take me, huh? You’re just like all the rest… weak!”

“Because I’m a woman, you must’ve let your guard down! Sorry, but I’m the best martial artist in the world!”

Chun-Li Cosplay by Yaya Han

“Heh, all men bow before me!!”

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Heh, you’re no match for me after all!! You should start from scratch!!”

It looks like this mission is a little too much for you.

I will let nothing stand in my way!

~Join us next week for more Cosplay Coverage

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Author: Jennifer Larsen
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