Witch Mercy Cosplay Props Cosplaying as Witch Mercy from the popular game Overwatch requires attention to detail, especially when it comes to the props. These props play a crucial role in bringing the character to life and making the cosplay visually accurate. From her staff to her wings, each prop adds an essential element to the overall look. The main prop that stands out when cosplaying as Witch Mercy is her staff. The staff has a unique design with intricate details. It is usually long and curved, resembling a snake or dragon.
It is usually long and curved, resembling a snake or dragon. The staff is blue and silver, with a glowing orb at the top. To recreate this prop, cosplayers often use materials such as foam, PVC pipe, and 3D printed parts.
Witch Mercy Cosplay Tutorial: Staff and Accessories
The final entry in my Witch Mercy cosplay tutorial. I will cover how I made the staff, the book, and the belt with the pouch. Here are links for the wings, dress, and jacket.
The staff is my first ever EVA foam project so I know it looks a bit rough but I learned so much. I was really tempted to buy a 3D printed staff but they are so expensive. I’m so happy I chose to make my own and I hope you do too!
The book
I started by cutting the main part out of EVA foam floor mats.
Then, I used hot glue to put it together.
After it was glued together, I rounded the edges with this rotary tool , which was super cheap and awesome , definitely recommend. I also used the rotary tool to slice details to look like pages. I then sealed it with a heat gun and three layers of plasti dip. Then I put a base coat pf brown spray paint and added some lighter brown acrylic paint on top.
After the paint job, I made patterns for the detail on top of the book.
Then I traced them onto 2mm craft foam, sealed them with a heat gun and plasti dip, and hot glued them on.
I used black acrylic paint to write “vitae”. The silver ring I made out of the EVA foam mats and used the rotary tool to round it out. The belt is made out of the shower curtain I used for the dress. I’ll talk about that more during the pouch part.
The pouch
The only sewing I did for this entire cosplay is right here. First I made a simple pattern out of newspaper and transferred it to the shower curtain fabric. Then I pinned and sewed them together.
Attached two belt loops on the back.
Then cut out a yellow sun design from the XXL shirt from earlier and painted the edges orange. I used silver fabric paint for the ring around and inside of the sun
Tada! All done! The belt was just a really long strip of the shower curtain that I attached in the front with a safety pin because I’m lazy. I plan to add velcro in the future but for now this will do. To insure that I had only one seam on the belt, I made the strip extra wide and folded it over. I sewed it closed, turned it inside out, and I had myself a belt.
The staff
I started with a half inch PVC pipe left over from the wings. I drew the design directly onto the PVC pipe, then covered it with 2mm craft foam and repeated the drawing. After I had my patterns, I cut them out. For all the pieces that were going to be brown and part of the broom handle I added details with the rotary tool, just as I did with the book pages. This made it look a little more like wood and less like craft foam. Next I sealed all the pieces with a heat gun and plasti dip. After all this, they were ready to be painted.
I did the golden broom because it looked so pretty and was a much easier paint job. Once the pieces dried, I glued them to the PVC pipe. The reason I drew the design on the PVC pipe was to make gluing it all together easier. Now, I knew exactly where all the pieces had to fit.
I cut the magic swirly things out of EVA foam mats. The look pretty rough because I used the rotary tool to smooth the surface of the mats. The mats come with two different sides, only one side is smooth, the other side has a weird texture that could be useful for a nice carbon fiber look, but Witch Mercy needs a smooth surface, so I tried sanding it down.
After I finished this cosplay, I learned a lot about how to make foam smoother. I’d like to remake this staff sometime knowing now how to smooth out foam better. But this is why I love cosplaying. You’re always learning new ways to improve your cosplay. Also I found that TNT Cosplay Supply sells EVA foam that is smooth on both sides and multiple different thicknesses. I recommend checking them out!
Here’s the brush part of the broom. I cut these out of the floor mats and used my rotary tool to add the details. Then I glued them to the PVC pipe.
I was going to quit once I painted the middle part brown. Instead, I covered that whole section with 2mm craft foam and added the wood details with the rotary tool. I decided to add some more details to the actual brush part of the broom as well. Aaaaaaaannnnnd I love lights. I found this string and threw them on top. Had I actually planned for the lights I probably could have made them look a bit better, maybe next time.
I also used a lighter brown acrylic paint and brushed it on top of the brown to add a bit of texture.
Here, you can see that I cut a bunch of random brush pieces and glued them on. I love how they made it look less like a box and more like a broom.
Here is the final result, I hope you enjoyed this tutorial! I absolutly love cosplaying Witch Mercy and I’d like to remake some of my pieces sometime. Thank you so much for reading! If you did enjoy this tutorial I would really appreciate if you subscribed to my blog!
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After it was glued together, I rounded the edges with this rotary tool , which was super cheap and awesome , definitely recommend. I also used the rotary tool to slice details to look like pages. I then sealed it with a heat gun and three layers of plasti dip. Then I put a base coat pf brown spray paint and added some lighter brown acrylic paint on top.
Adding LED lights to the orb can enhance the visual effect and make it more authentic. Another key prop for Witch Mercy cosplay is her wings. The wings are an iconic part of the character's design and make her recognizable. In the game, the wings are quite large and have a feathered appearance. Cosplayers often create wings using a combination of materials such as wire, feathers, and fabric. They carefully construct the wings to ensure they are sturdy and can be attached securely to the back. In addition to the staff and wings, it is essential to pay attention to other accessories that complete the Witch Mercy cosplay. This includes her headpiece, which consists of a crown-like structure with the Overwatch logo in the center. Some cosplayers opt to purchase premade headpieces, while others prefer to craft their own using materials like foam or Worbla. To further enhance the cosplay, incorporating details such as Mercy's Valkyrie suit and her healing pistol can take the overall look to the next level. Attention to detail is crucial to replicate Witch Mercy's appearance accurately, and using high-quality materials during prop construction can significantly contribute to the final result. In conclusion, when cosplaying as Witch Mercy, having accurate props is essential to capture the character's essence. The staff, wings, headpiece, and other accessories all contribute to creating a visually impressive cosplay. Attention to detail and the use of high-quality materials help bring the character to life and make the Witch Mercy cosplay stand out..
Reviews for "The Secrets Behind Witch Mercy's Cosplay Props"
1. David - 1 star - I was extremely disappointed with the Witch Mercy cosplay props. They looked nothing like the pictures advertised. The quality was poor, with noticeable defects and inaccuracies. The wings were flimsy and did not stay in place, constantly falling off. Overall, it was a waste of money, and I would not recommend these props to anyone looking for an accurate and well-made Witch Mercy cosplay.
2. Emily - 2 stars - I had high hopes for the Witch Mercy cosplay props, but unfortunately, they fell short of my expectations. The wings were smaller than I anticipated, and the details were not as vibrant as shown in the pictures. The staff felt cheaply made and broke after just a few uses. It was disappointing to spend money on something that ended up being so mediocre in quality. I would advise potential buyers to look for better options elsewhere.
3. Mark - 2 stars - The Witch Mercy cosplay props lacked the attention to detail that I was expecting. The wings were poorly constructed and felt fragile. The paint job was sloppy, with visible brush strokes and uneven color distribution. The staff was also flimsy and felt like it could break easily. Overall, I was not impressed with the quality of these props and would not recommend them to anyone serious about cosplaying as Witch Mercy.
4. Sarah - 3 stars - While the Witch Mercy cosplay props were decent, they did not meet my expectations. The wings were difficult to attach securely, and I had to constantly readjust and tighten them, disrupting the overall cosplay experience. The details on the staff were also not as sharp as I had hoped, and the paint chipped easily. Considering the price, I expected better craftsmanship and sturdiness. They worked for a casual cosplay, but I would not recommend them for serious or professional use.