Cosplay design and fabrication

Ganondorf Cosplay

I made this Ganondorf cosplay for myself to wear at Salt Lake FanX. Working from reference art and images from Hyrule Warriors, I drafted every pattern for the build and translated the character's layered silhouette, ornate armor, and detailed finishes into a wearable costume. The project brought together foam fabrication, 3D printing, custom resin casting, sewing, and extensive hand painting.

Dramatic close portrait of Bryan as Ganondorf reaching toward the camera against a dark background

Bryan wearing his full blue, gold, and red Ganondorf cosplay at Salt Lake FanX

Front full-length view of the handmade Ganondorf cosplay

Three-quarter view of the Ganondorf cosplay showing the crown, chest armor, gauntlets, and hand claws

Back view of the Ganondorf cosplay showing the back armor, gauntlets, fabric layers, and leg armor

Close detail of blue and gold Ganondorf chest armor with painted symbols and a red resin jewel

Project details

Production: Salt Lake FanX
Designed by: Bryan Johnson
Built by: Bryan Johnson
Materials: Foam armor, 3D-printed components, Custom-cast resin jewels, Fabric, Paint
Techniques: Pattern drafting, Foam fabrication, 3D printing, Resin casting, Sewing, Hand painting
Notes: All patterns were drafted specifically for this build using character reference art and images from Hyrule Warriors.