As a game that has withstood the tests of time and maintained massive popularity for over a decade, there are certain champions that are instantly identifiable as a representative of League of Legends. Ahri, the nine-tailed fox, is one of these iconic characters. While her design is steeped in Korean mythology—making her as "unique" as other traditional monsters such as vampires and werewolves—Ahri has developed an identity that has grown alongside the game.
A combination of her appealing aesthetics, diverse in-game playstyle, and her inclusion in some of League's most prominent and popular skin lines has elevated Ahri from a generic beginning to a level of recognition that transcends fans of the game; one way in which this level of distinction is made apparent is her ubiquitous presence within the cosplay scene.
10 The Sultry Fox
The attractive nature of Ahri is an integral part of her lore as she charms and feeds off the emotions and life essence of her prey. This ability to generate infatuation in others is even integral to her in-game kit, as her damaging skills are increased in potency when used on an opponent that has been "Charmed."
Cosplayer @mewmikachu hones in on the innocent yet sultry look that defines Ahri—a member of the Vastaya race that has lost her own memories and has pieced together parts of her history from consuming the experiences of others.
9 A Fox From The Stars
One of League's most popular skin series, Star Guardians, pays homage to the genre of magical girls, particularly Sailor Moon. Serving as the captain of the Star Guardians, Ahri is reimagined as a protective, experience-weary leader that hopes to protect both the world and her teammates.
Although there is an emphasis on Ahri's more playful and musical side, @emiru.jpg captures the fox-turned-magical-girl aesthetic with incredible attention to detail. While her position as captain demands a level of responsibility, especially because her decisions carry life-and-death consequences, the Star Guardians hide their identities in a school environment, and this seems to be an Ahri enjoying the frivolity of high school.
8 A Passionate Fire
As a champion that stokes the fires of desire, Ahri's fire-themed skin is a perfect example of League's penchant for taking original design aspects associated with their characters and highlighting them in a new and interesting way. Reclining against a bridge with a haughty gaze, @juliamisakii brings Fox Fire Ahri to life with their incredible cosplay, which is further accented by the visual effects that see her tails ablaze as the sky rushes by.
While this skin doesn't enjoy the popularity of its Star Guardian or K/DA counterparts, the obvious passion put into @juliamisakii's cosplay is contagious and, like a wildfire, may encourage fans of the champion to burn their extra cash to purchase the skin.
7 An Animal On The Stage
Ahri's first music-related skin, Pop Star, served as the precursor for the wildly popular K/DA line. Lore-wise, the Pop Star Ahri enjoys massive success before eventually creating the K/DA group—because of its chronological location, this Ahri exudes a youthful precociousness, a star that has risen meteorically and hasn't suffered the pitfalls of a career in show business.
@kitsuneraposa projects this same energy as she sits under the lights in mid-performance, taking a moment to smile down at the crowd of adoring fans and amazed onlookers.
6 Blossoming Beauty
In an event that played to the themes of Ionia and the realm of the dead, League's Spirit Blossom skins embody an aesthetic of blooming spirituality and mysticism. Spirit Blossom Ahri sees the fox serve as a "Spirit of Salvation" that guides the spirits of the recently deceased.
This position of power imbues Ahri's beauty and impulsive nature with a sense of divine authority. @_shiroki encapsulates the whimsical and spiritual nature of Spirit Blossom Ahri with their otherworldly cosplay, which not only represents the character but the integral link to her environment, too.
5 A Foxy High-Score
Delving into the retro atmosphere of the arcade and all its 8-bit glory, League's Arcade skins pay homage to the genres of games most commonly associated with the era of console cabinets, prize tickets, and high scores.
This particular aesthetic appeals to the nostalgia of gamers as a whole, and also speaks to the commodore and competitive nature of battling fellow enthusiasts. @katycosplay invokes these elements of pop culture in her take on Arcade Ahri, appealing to the yesterdays of neon colors and consoles designed with a charming, chunky bulkiness.
4 Spirited Away
With picture-perfect accuracy, cosplayer @_azeyyyl transports Spirt Blossom Ahri from the astral plane of Ionia to reality. Particular emphasis is placed on representing Ahri's playfully demure posture, as her pose is an almost-teasing cat gesture.
The pronounced blue, from Ahri's robes, to her ribbons, and culminating in the deep pools of her eyes, is otherworldly in a way that speaks to the near-divine power she possesses as the Spirit of Salvation. While the black background doesn't lend itself to any interpretation of the character's lore, it certainly highlights the incredible craftsmanship of the cosplay itself.
3 Academic Probation
As a leading figure in the streaming community, it's no surprise that @pokimanelol would cosplay as a League of Legends champion, and her choice of Academy Ahri seems practical and fitting. Within the Academy line of skins, Ahri is suspended from school for extensive use of both her phone and her ability to charm.
Similar to Academy Ahri, @pokimanelol is known for her hard work and intense dedication to streaming, and her personality while doing so has entertained and enchanted audiences for years. Posed with her phone and playing with her hair in a teasing fashion, this Ahri seems to be daring school authorities to take away her trusty mobile device.
2 Fans Can't Help Wanting More
After the wild success of League's resident K-pop group K/DA's "POP/STARS," it was only a matter of time until the group made a glorious comeback tour.
This is precisely what happened with the release of their song "MORE" and their EP All Out. Receiving a sleek and mature makeover, the K/DA girls are once again led by Ahri as they hit the stage and Rift. Mirroring K/DA All Out Ahri's posture and demeanor with an exceptional likeness, @sawakate highlights the smug assuredness that can only come from self-confidence gained from worldwide success.
1 Critically Acclaimed
There are many variations of the K/DA girls, from promotional art and their appearances in videos, but @narga_lifestream elects to portray the shimmering brilliance of K/DA All Out Ahri's in-game model. In an outfit that is ready to hit the stage and perform before thousands of adoring fans, this Ahri's attire appears both functional and glamorous.
There is a refined grace to the style, one that is suggestive of international pop stardom, while the dress also seems to afford Ahri all the mobility she'd need to dash around Summoner's Rift and dance victoriously after a pulse-raising solo-kill.
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