Valkyrie Mercy Cosplay from Overwatch

The Valkyrie Mercy skin draws inspiration from Norse mythology, where Valkyries are warrior figures who guide fallen heroes. This design emphasizes armor, fur elements, and a battle-ready aesthetic compared to Mercy’s more futuristic skins.

The skin connects strongly to Mercy’s role as a protector and healer, blending mythology with her in-game identity.

Best in Show at A-Kon 28 Cosplay Competition 2017, Fort Worth, Texas

Made in 2017

Material Breakdown:

• Shoes- Bought from Steve Madden

• Boot Covers- Tan leather with fun fur, leather (dyed), snaps

• Boot Cover Decoration- Leather straps, snaps, foam covered in worbla (wood glue, acrylic paint, gloss clear coat)

• Pants- Upholstery fabric, brown fabric, leather, zipper

• Skirt- Tan leather, fun fur

• Belt- Leather belt with acrylic paint, & snaps

• Swords- Wood, leather, snaps, worbla (wood glue, acrylic paint, gloss clear coat)

• Shirt- Upholstery fabric, leather, zipper

• Chest & Back Plate- Craft foam, plastic coconuts covered in worbla (wood glue, acrylic paint, gloss clear coat), fun fur, leather belt & buckle

• Gauntlets- Tan leather, fun fur, craft foam covered in worbla (wood glue, acrylic paint, gloss clear coat)

• Wings- Insulation foam covered in worbla (wood glue, acrylic paint, gloss clear coat)

• Shield- Wood covered in worbla (wood glue, acrylic paint, gloss clear coat, rings, leather snaps, steal plate

• Hair- Hair extensions, ring covered in worbla (wood glue, acrylic paint, gloss clear coat), white ribbon

• Helmet- Craft foam covered in worbla (wood glue, acrylic paint, gloss clear coat)

• Gun- Insulation foam covered in worbla (wood glue, acrylic paint, gloss clear coat)

• Staff- Broom stick, ring, insulation foam covered in worbla (wood glue, acrylic paint, gloss clear coat)

Want to build your own Valkyrie Mercy cosplay?

I’ve created digital files to help you recreate parts of this costume below: