Anime main characters are among the most distinct protagonists that can be found in any genre. They tend to capture the viewer’s interest in a jiffy because of their unique appearances. Some heroes are better at this than others, so much so that they’ve become fashion icons.
Contemporary audiences love drip culture, which is essentially about dressing up and looking cool as hell. Cosplayers follow the characters that can get people’s attention, and it’s interesting to check out the anime heroes who provide this element. These guys all have their own level of swag and style that any anime fan will love to copy. It’s also a good way to appreciate the characters’ designs and the way the protagonists carry themselves to look hip to the beat. To that end, here are the 10 anime characters with undeniable drip.
Edward Elric (Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood)
Ed is considered a badass by Fullmetal Alchemist fans and the character certainly dresses the part. His ensemble comprises a long-sleeved red coat with a hood, a black jacket with silver hooks around the neck, as well as a pair of sturdy boots. All these in tandem establish his role as an alchemist who dabbles in magic.
Ed gets his swag on through his billowing coat, which has a cut in its hem to swish around whenever he’s feeling particularly stylish. There’s also a darker variant of his coat used in moments when the character goes full anti-hero. Although he’s been seen in casual clothes as well, Ed’s coolness generally comes from his default costume. It helps that he’s got a metal arm that accentuates his overall ensemble.
Lelouch Lamperouge (Code Geass)
Lelouch Lamperouge is the protagonist of Code Geass, where he’s responsible for leading a rebellion. Lelouch balances school life with his role as a revolutionary. As such, he’s primarily seen in his school uniform, complemented by the Zero cape draped around his shoulders.
As with many other anime heroes, Lelouch has become a drip king because of the way he’s carried himself. He makes a school uniform look like a must-have costume. The Zero cape completes the ensemble, allowing Lelouch to look like a fighter with a touch of class. He also has an alternate costume, wearing a blue suit with a scarf that replaces the cloak, and it is just as long and theatrical. Lelouch certainly knows how to stand out in a crowd with such eye-catching clothes.
Ainz Ooal Gown (Overlord)
Ainz Ooal Gown looks instantly intimidating with his massive skeletal motif. But what catches the attention is the color purple, which comes from the gown he has draped over him. This is a black robe with a long coat that extends all the way to the ground, adorned on the sides with gold edges.
Ainz is perfectly regal in his get-up, which sells the idea of the titular overlord. There aren’t many characters that can pull off looking classy and scary at the time. The addition of a staff in his hand gives off a further powerful quality to his appearance, also highlighting his clothes since the golden staff contrasts with the purple. All this makes Ainz a hero that cosplayers love to dress as because of the challenge he provides in making the drip look real.
Future Trunks (Dragonball Z)
Future Trunks’ drip level is off the charts — he wears several different costumes with their own styles. Trunks even changes the color of his hair from purple to pink and sometimes golden. Trunks generally wears a jacket that’s kept unbuttoned when he’s prepared for a fight, while he occasionally dons a black vest.
Trunks’ other variations include an ascot over a buttoned jacket, which is when his hair has turned blue. He’s the kind of anime character that Dragonball Z cosplayers have the most fun with because of the different style options they have. Like his father Vegeta, Trunks is a silent badass and his wardrobe is highlighted when he stands as an imposing figure ready for battle.