izuku midoriya deku costume guide

There aren’t many recognizable cosplay options as the green-haired Izuku Midoriya, also known as Deku, for My Hero Academia fans.

For those who may not be familiar with the story, Izuku is the main protagonist of the series, born Quirkless but catching the attention of the legendary hero All Might due to his innate heroism and strong sense of justice. He becomes All Might’s close pupil and a student in Class 1-A at U.A. High School, ultimately becoming the ninth holder of the One For All Quirk.

I’ll help you cosplay this renowned figure if you’re a fan. To make sure your cosplay is accurate, we’ll examine Izuku’s unique physical traits and costume designs throughout the series. Let’s explore My Hero Academia and construct a costume that would make All Might proud, whether you’re a veteran cosplayer or a newbie.


How to Dress Like Izuku Midoriya

The crimson details on Izuku’s otherwise all-green outfit set it out from the rest. In keeping with Izuku’s Quirk, the bodysuit is snug and appears to be crafted from a high-tech, hardwearing material. Because of his Quirk, he is able to control the force of his own body. It’s crucial that he be safe in his costume at all times.

You will need these items to successfully pull off this look:

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Physical Traits

Recognizing Izuku’s distinctive physical features is crucial. His short, green hair, fluffy green eyes, and large, round, symmetrical freckles are all details that make him who he is.

Izuku’s right hand and arm show battle scars, and the rest of his body becomes more toned and defined as the series progresses. A character’s personality can only be captured accurately if the writer gives careful consideration to these nuances.

The Evolution of Izuku’s Costume

Costume Alpha

  • Izuku’s first hero costume is a green full-body jumpsuit with red accents, including a belt, elbow pads, knee pads, and gloves.
  • He wears red boots and a mask with long ear-like protrusions that resembles All Might’s haircut.
  • The costume also includes a respirator with a makeshift smile on it.
  • This costume was severely damaged in his first battle against Katsuki Bakugo and had to be repaired.

Costume Beta

  • Izuku’s second hero costume is sturdier and more combat-ready in appearance.
  • It includes light beige shoulder pads, extended knee pads that reach up to his thighs, and light beige gloves with blue stripes.
  • The respirator is now metal, diamond-shaped, and has eight holes.
  • The costume is now a darker shade of green with black outlines instead of white.

Shoot Style Upgrade

  • During Class 1-A’s week of Ultimate Move Training, Izuku’s costume was upgraded to suit his new fighting style, Shoot Style.
  • Iron soles were added to his red boots to increase the power of his kicks.
  • Arm braces and yellow bolts were added to his knee pads.

About Izuku Midoriya

Izuku Midoriya is a youngster who desires to be a hero even though he was not given the superpower of a Quirk at birth. Determination and hard work pay off when he discovers his Quirk and gains admission to a top-tier hero academy, where he may perfect his abilities and finally realize his dream of becoming a hero.

The perseverance and success achieved by Izuku’s character is inspirational. He perseveres in the face of overwhelming adversity. He has a lot of compassion and is always willing to lend a hand to those in need.

Wrapping Up

Putting together a costume for Izuku Midoriya from My Hero Academia can be a fun and rewarding experience. By paying attention to the details of his physical characteristics, as well as his various costume designs throughout the series, you can create a costume that is accurate and true to the character.

Be sure to team up with friends who can play other characters from the series to really stand out at your next con or Halloween event.

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