Garnet Runestar

Cosplayer, Human, Lover of Sparkles

[dailychrisrevans]

tecanoshinju: Best guys to go through a haunted house with, 10/10 would do again.

[tecanoshinju]

Woo, look, it’s my face again~

[garnet-runestar]

Have I mentioned my friends are the best nerds out there? @Tecanoshinju always has the best photo ops. XD

[tsukuyomiland]

I’m late but, happy anniversary Zelda! :D *throws confetti*

[lateoctobermoon]

@garnet-runestar

[garnet-runestar]

AHH!! This art is so pretty!

[literallyadramaqueen-blog1]

FAN BINGBING mesmerizes for VOGUE (China) September 2015

[photography-cnl]

This Village Without Roads Is Straight Out Of A Fairytale Book

The village Giethoorn known as the “Venice of the Netherlands” was founded in 1230 and resembles some of the most beautiful fairytale passages. The stunning oddity contains no roads or modern transportation. With the help of canals and 176 bridges, people are able to navigate through its wonders.

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[magnoren]

Princess Zelda redesign for the character design challenge. Went for a sci-fi/space opera inspired look.

[lateoctobermoon]

Hey @garnet-runestar you’ve prolly already seen this, but

[garnet-runestar]

Yep. And saved it into my collection of "probably going make this at some point"

[pronqz]

A Hufflepuff/Slytherin Relationship Would Include...

Ravenclaw/Gryffindor

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The hufflepuff having to constantly remind the Slytherin that “violence and hate don’t solve anything.”

The Slytherin having to constantly remind the Hufflepuff that to “let out your true emotions instead of pretending to be happy all the time”

The Hufflepuff taking the cutest selfies with the Slytherin photo-bombing in the background

The Slytherin dragging the Hufflepuff out late at nights and the Hufflepuff not even worrying about getting caught

The Hufflepuff going to the kitchens to make the Slytherin their fav food when they’re sad 

the cutest hogsmeade dates

The slytherin giving the hufflepuff their scarf when its cold, claiming that they’re used to being cold 

The Slytherin actually not being used to the cold but they just like to see their puff in the slytherin scarf

The hufflepuff defending Slytherin as if it were their own house

The Slytherin doing the same for Hufflepuff

The slytherin constantly groaning because of the hufflepuff’s puns

The Slytherin secretly loving it

The Hufflepuff dying every time the Slytherin says something dry and sarcastic 

karaoke nights

BOARD GAMES

The two being able to sit next to each other reading without feeling like anything needs to be said

The Slytherin making weird drink/food concoctions and the hufflepuff drinking/eating it without hesitation

The hufflepuff giving amazing sentimental gifs

The Slytherin, not being so good at gift giving, gives the hufflepuff long-life memories that they’ll never forget

The cutest yet most intimidating couple 

[geyser-nerd]

@rust-and-ruin

[garnet-runestar]

@faidflourite IT’S US

[knights-of-kylo-ren]

Kylo’s fighting style is remarkable

[finndamerons-archive]

#i love this bc he’s swinging it around like it’s super heavy#lightsabers are made of kyber crystals which give out a beam that is weightless#bur because kylo’s kyber crystal is cracked#it may be causing disturbances in the force#pulling the beam in every direction possible#which makes it harder to wield and much harder to swing around#it’s like he’s swinging an actual sword (via @kylorage)

[verysharpteeth]

And I like pointing out that he’s a REALLY reckless fighter. Maybe it was just this moment because he was falling all to pieces, but I think it’s more than likely a common thing with him considering his tantrums. It’s ridiculous to turn your back on an opponent in a sword fight, yet even wounded he’s doing it here. And on a side note even wounded he decides to use a double hand strike with the momentum of the spin for extra power. In other words, that move is going to HURT. He’s already been gut shot and is visibly bleeding everywhere and he decides to use moves that are really going to linger.

[therestofyourstory]

I’m going to back up this already excellent post with some lore for anyone who might be interested.

Yes, lightsaber blades are weightless, but resistant to changes in motion, so the 90-degree angle of Ren’s two beams actively make them work against each other, as opposed to the only other known crossguard user Roblio Darte, whose secondary blade emitter was 45 degrees from the first, enabling him to wield it perfectly.

Double-handed strikes are the most common movement among lightsaber users because of the inertia needed to counteract the blade’s initial repelling force. Ren uses a two-handed slash despite being heavily wounded because that will make the blade cut faster and easier than a one-handed grip. That’s why Jar’Kai users (dual-wielders) have to rely on speed and agility to compensate for the lack of power in their strikes.

The combat form that Ren is using here could be Ataru, which is noted for its acrobatic twirls, but it could also be Djem So, due to the switch in grips while spinning and the finishing uppercut slash (theoretically, this move conceals your strikes and does not leave you open to attack, even though your back is turned for a moment). I favor the Djem So headcanon, because this was Anakin Skywalker’s preferred form (and we all know how much Ren idolizes his grandpa).

Alternatively, this scene (and the whole fight in general) could also reinforce my personal headcanon that Ren is a Niman user. He uses Niman stance on Takodana, and it is entirely feasible that he could be adopting it in this scene too, as Niman is a combination of the other forms, and it is also perceived by a lot of lightsaber users to be very undisciplined, since it relies heavily on improvisation. Count Dooku once criticized a Niman adherent for his sloppy form and nonexistent footwork. I believe this ties in very well with how reckless Ren is in combat.

[kingofarnor]

These lightsaber fights were EXTREMELY well choreographed, and well shot. A few other things I geeked out about:

* Lightsabers aren’t actually frozen beams of light–they’re LOOPS of plasma, that come out of the handle, turn around, and flow back into the handle. They resist motion because they’re actually already IN motion. It’s less like hitting someone with a sword, and more like hitting them with a chainsaw. This explains a lot of things that happen in the duels–any time a lightsaber hits the ground or an obstacle, it skips and kicks away from the absorbed momentum.

* Because lightsabers bend in a loop, they actually have an “edge” and a “flat,” even though it’s not clearly visible–your cutting technique actually matters, A clean cut will pass right through a human body, but a sloppy cut (like the wild swings that Kylo, Finn and Rey are throwing around) is going to contact human flesh and then actually kick away. This is why when Kylo cuts Finn’s back, he leaves a long gouge rather than just cleaving him in half–it’s a sloppy cut, and he has poor control.

* This also explains why the shape of the side emitters on Kylo Ren’s lightsaber aren’t a problem–when two lightsabers connect, they lock together and stick (imagine two chainsaws locked together!). This is why Ren doesn’t have to worry about another blade sliding down his and severing the plasma vent on the side. You can see this in the way Ren manipulates Rey’s sword when they’re in the bind in the end of their duel–he knows that if he’s physically stronger he can actually yank Rey’s saber around in her hand.

* You can tell here that while all of the combatants have at least some close quarters combat training, none of them REALLY know how to use a lightsaber. You can see this especially in when Rey first attacks Kylo Ren–note that she keeps trying to stab him. It’s very rare that we see other lightsaber users attempt a stab in the heat of combat–nearly every other blow attempted is a wide, sweeping slice. Stabbing strokes like that are *quarterstaff* techniques–designed to take advantage of the extra range that comes from having an extra 2 feet of stick to put between you and your opponent. It’s obvious when she attempts these attacks that she overbalances herself (because the lightsaber is shorter than the quarterstaff she’s used to) and that Ren has never been attacked by a lightsaber this way before.

* Also, look at how janky Ren’s lightsaber blade is! The thing is so obviously a Pinto compared to the Ferrari that is Anakin’s old lightsaber, and it’s all beautifully rendered without a word just in the design of the prop and the effects.

I loved pretty much everything about these movies, but the lightsaber choreography may be my favorite part.

[setralynn]

In other news...

Started playing Black Katana: 4th Reunion again today… I almost forgot how much I love this game.

Also, I know she’s a complete jerk, but Lady Sienna, the leader of the family that runs Crimson Dagger?  Hot damn.  :P

[faidflourite]

WOW YES. But can we talk about her costume? I need it in my life. Personally, my fav is Hoshii, but you know me and my weakness for blonds with tragic backstories and beautiful costumes.

[garnet-runestar]

ahh! I can never choose! But you know me. I love anything with awesome costumes with ridiculous detail! XD

[luckygrim]

Got together with Robbins Studios over the weekend to shoot a few costumes.

Seen here is my Oscar de la Renta Snow White. I designed and embroidered all those flowers myself and added pockets to the jacket.

Next is my brand new White Mage I plan on wearing to Katsucon. There is over 50 yards of sequins and 3000 red crystals on this costume, I was even motivated enough to fully line the whole dress and scotch guard it so I won’t end up with random stains.

There are two other looks we shot, so look out for those and more of White Mage and Snow White on my Facebook page: LuckyGrimCosplay

[faidflourite]

Been a little while since I posted some cosplay. This is still one of my favorite shoots of all time. I feel so lucky that I was able to be part of this. I love how the dress moved in the water and the lighting and photography was so amazingly planned and executed. I don’t think there’s a single photo from this I don’t love (even the silly ones).

Photo by Inoli Images (and special thanks to so many behind-the-scenes helpers!)

[inoliimages]

HELPERS! Just needed Pastel Colored cosplay in there too!!! TOTALLY WORTH IT And KUDOS to everyone who helped! Pannon, the one pool Princess! XD

[faidflourite]

Now with support team!! I wasnt’ able to find this shot, thank you so much for adding it!! <3

[kikukachan]

Clamp @ Katsucon 2016

Is there anyone attending Katsucon 2016 who’s interested in a Clamp cosplay meet up/photoshoot? I haven’t seen anything circulating this year about any gatherings, so I was wondering if there was interest. I’ll be attending almost entirely with a Clamp lineup. I’m balls at hosting shoots though, so I’ll only set it up of there’s interest.

[helpthisfool]

yooo I’d be  up for it 

[december-wynn-deactivated202211]

That’d be super cool

[garnet-runestar]

Butting in because I'm super excited to attend Katsucon again. But I'm totally bring my Princess Emeraude!

[ozgeburcaka]

Women Rejecting Marriage Proposals In Western Art History

this is perfect, just see the whole post.

[garnet-runestar]

Turns out I made a lot of cosplays this year. XD This doesn’t include original design pieces, started but not finished things, or Comissions. Basically, I had a very busy year. So much for feeling like I didn’t get anything done! I’m actually sort of impressed with myself. And 2016 is shaping up to look just as busy! If you didn’t see some of these, chances are you aren’t following my facebook page! For updates, check out www.facebook.com/garnetrunestar  I post there daily with costuming progress, tutorials and general adventures!

[garnet-runestar]

Turns out I forgot 3 more. Unpictured- Shizuma (Strawberry panic), Princess Aurora (Sleeping Beauty) and Satsuki casual end of series outfit. ...I've lost control of my life.

[faidflourite]

2015 year in review! Here’s all the new cosplays I did this year! Pink stars for ones I still need to do photoshoots for, green stars for cosplays that are now damaged, sold, or no longer wearable. How’d you do this year? 

(not pictured: Town-dress Euphemia, Future Fish Makoto, does a Winnie-the-Pooh gijinka count? I’m just gonna say Twenty-ISH…)

[garnet-runestar]

Turns out I made a lot of cosplays this year. XD This doesn't include original design pieces, started but not finished things, or Comissions. Basically, I had a very busy year. So much for feeling like I didn't get anything done! I'm actually sort of impressed with myself. And 2016 is shaping up to look just as busy! If you didn't see some of these, chances are you aren't following my facebook page! For updates, check out www.facebook.com/garnetrunestar  I post there daily with costuming progress, tutorials and general adventures!

[faidflourite]

Another bag! This one is Majora’s Mask themed and made from the specialty fabrics they had recently at Joann Fabrics. It is fully lined with blue suede and has 3 zippers. I think the trickiest part was getting the image to line up properly where the zipper crosses it. I love these colors though. This is one of my favorite bags I’ve made so far!

[garnet-runestar]

My favorite thing about this bag is that it holds all my things and that I get to keep it. 8D <3

[catsdogsgifs]

More Cat Gif here

[garnet-runestar]

/same