As League of Legends’ prodigal explorer, Ezreal’s carefree personality and shifty gameplay have won him a dedicated following—one that is, perhaps, best evinced by his cosplayers. Due to his many excursions across Runeterra—League’s world—Ezreal’s many experiences offer a wide range of potential interpretations for enthusiasts to consider and elaborate upon.

Considering he is one of League’s older and more popular characters, Ezreal has also had the luxury of being featured in numerous lines of skins (i.e. costumes). Whether focussing on his adventurous disposition or the magical gauntlet he utilizes for offense and defense, Ezreal cosplays bring the champion to life in myriad ways.

10 Dreaming Of Adventure

Encapsulating the dreamer side of Ezreal’s personality, @arkluden stares off into the distance as if he is fantasizing about the crypts and ruins in Shurima or the icy mountains of the Frelijord. Although Ezreal’s default appearance is more casual than some of the other higher fantasy champions the game features, though the anachronistic elements of his attire speak to his journeys across time and space, the cosplay doesn’t shy away from his iconic gauntlet.

The aviator-style jacket and goggles also scream “adventurous,” as Ezreal seems poised and ready to leap into any and all types of action.

9 A Starry-Eyed Wanderer

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Paying homage to the genre of Magical Girls, the “Star Guardian” line of skins reimagine champions in a scenario reminiscent of Sailor Moon. As an adventurer and explorer, Ezreal is at home within this thematic context, and cosplayer @pixelcosplay represents this iteration of the champion with stunning precision.

Adopting a more somber countenance that is heightened by the emphasis of blue in the costume and backdrop, the cosplay captures the duality of whimsical magic and sobering danger that is often addressed by the genre. Particular detail is paid to Ezreal’s gauntlet, which subtly takes on qualities of a magical girl wand.

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8 Cooly and Casually Transcending Mediums

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As the world of League of Legends has been brought to life in mounting levels of theatrics and animation, the appearance of fan-favorite characters has taken on new dimensions of representation, too. Featured in the Season 20 cinematic “Warriors,” Ezreal’s duet with Kai’Sa is full of energy and personality.

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@nevircosplay taps into the casual charisma exuded by Ezreal in the video with his cosplay that indexes on the champion’s self-centered charm. This cosplay exemplifies the way in which Ezreal might extend an invitation for adventure, but he’s just as likely to abandon any travel companions at the first sign of danger or inconvenience—though he might do so only to stage an emotional rescue mission for the sake of a better story.

7 The Wanderlust Appeal

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Whether it’s his seemingly pure desire for exploration or petulant disregard for rules or others in the pursuit of adventure, there is almost something childlike about Ezreal’s propensity for travel. Posing with the affectation of an outlaw, @leoontimboo channels this aspect of Ezreal’s personality and brings it to life through his cosplay.

As seen here, Ezreal seems to adopt a cowboy-like posture, which fits the thematic and lore stylings of the champion perfectly. Part of the character’s charm is how quotidian his attire is, almost inconspicuous until the power gauntlet is noticed, and @leoontimboo’s cosplay deftly plays to this exact effect.

6 An Adventure Completed Is A Job Well-Done

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There is a very distinct air of mischief about Ezreal, and @vincentwu123 exhibits this characteristic particularly well. Part of Ezreal’s schtick is that his many adventures aren’t exactly legal; @vincentwu123 seems to be posing triumphantly in a fashion that not only speaks to an exploratory success but might also serve to incriminate him for some law he broke along the way.

The cosplay’s casual and understated qualities are emphasized by the pedestrians in the background, but their presence also heightens Ezreal’s roguish and mystical persona—almost as if the prodigious explorer briefly found his way into the world, posed for a picture, then shifted back to the Rift.

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5 Thoughts of Provocation

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Just as emotes or typing “/dance” may be used within the game to interact with players, champions also possess numerous lines of dialogue that are used as “taunts.” Ezreal’s is particularly iconic as he says, “you belong in a museum.” This jibe may seem innocuous, but when repeatedly spammed it produces a far more antagonistic effect.

Utilizing the insult as their caption, @viickyscarlet poses as an ostensibly deep-in-thought Ezreal, though it’s likely he is only considering the best way to rile up his opponent. Aside from arresting viewers with the recurrent blue, this cosplay pays particular attention to Ezreal’s power gauntlet and emphasizes the arcane and ornate elements of the device.

4 The Aristocratic Spade

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@renton_torston digs into the Ezreal cosplay scene with their “Ace of Spades” rendition. While the attire and posture are more regal than more casual versions of Ezreal, the smirk conveys the same cocky energy felt across every iteration of the champion.

Eschewing the aviator jacket for the raiment of a king’s inner court, the costume’s blues and golds quickly signify this Ezreal’s aristocratic nature. Interestingly, the power gauntlet, rather than being ornate or bejeweled, is more mundane, as it appears similar to the armored gloves soldiers might wear— though the inconspicuous nature of Ezreal’s weapon is surely an ace up his sleeve.

3 A Star In The Night

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With a discerning eye and a determined stride, @keymini’s Star Guardian Ezreal looks poised and ready to take on the world. The cosplay’s gold trim is particularly striking, as the coloration is galactic in nature and speaks to the cosmic motif associated with the line of skins.

Representing the more resolute and focused side of Ezreal’s personality, @keymini’s countenance is devoid of the rueful smirk commonly found on the explorer’s face—here is a guardian prepared to fight in a war between good and evil that spans across the universe.

2 A Vintage Barrage

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A champion’s ultimate ability tends to be their most iconic in League of Legends, and Ezreal is no exception—his “Trueshot Barrage” fires a massive energy wave in a line that completely travels across the game’s map.

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Incorporating a skill like this into a cosplay can be nigh impossible, but @minus10degreescelsius manifests the magic by including the ethereal bow-like energy that surrounds Ezreal’s gauntlet as he fires the projectile. Drawing from a previous iteration of the character’s design, the cosplay resembles an archer more than the newer, more casual versions—a look that is accentuated by the gauntlet’s energy bow.

1 Chronoshifting In Style

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As League of Legend’s inaugural “Ultimate Skin,” Pulse Fire Ezreal pushed boundaries and prominently showcased the evolving quality of cosmetics in the game. @samui_san brings the incredible design of the skin to life, posing with the gauntlet-turned-blaster at the ready.

The skin sees Ezreal transformed into a time and space hopping adventurer, and the futuristic design of the battle suit he wears speaks to the advanced technology of his travels. In the game, Ezreal’s armor improves and advances as he gains levels during a match, culminating in a final form that sets all jokes aside in favor of pure fire-power—a look that this cosplay encapsulates with the powered-up cannon and tactical visor.

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