Chrollo Lucilfer Costume
Lead the Phantom Troupe with this iconic anime villain look.
Chrollo Lucilfer is the enigmatic and powerful leader of the Phantom Troupe in the anime Hunter x Hunter. Fans choose this costume to embody his dark, sophisticated aesthetic and commanding presence. The look centers around his signature fur-collared coat, a unique forehead cross tattoo, and his stolen-ability book.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $40–120
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What you need for a Chrollo Lucilfer costume
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Spirit Halloween sells the complete Chrollo Lucilfer costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Fur-Collared Trench Coat
A long, dark purple or black trench coat featuring a thick white faux-fur collar and a gold inverted cross on the back.
DIY: Attach a white faux-fur boa to the collar of a dark trench coat and paint a gold cross on the back.
Dark Trousers
Slim-fit black or dark purple dress pants matching the coat.
Green Orb Earrings
Large, spherical green drop earrings.
DIY: Paint two small wooden beads green and attach them to clip-on earring findings.
Bandit's Secret Book Prop
A red hardcover book featuring a black handprint design on the front cover.
DIY: Paint a black handprint onto the cover of a plain red journal or sketchbook.
Forehead Tattoo Makeup
Blue or purple face paint to draw his signature equal-armed cross tattoo.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the slim-fit dark trousers, leaving your chest bare or wearing a deep V-neck black shirt under the coat.
- 2
Don the long dark purple trench coat, ensuring the white faux-fur collar sits high up around your neck.
- 3
Use blue face paint or a temporary tattoo to apply the equal-armed cross directly to the center of your forehead.
- 4
Clip on the large green spherical drop earrings.
- 5
Slick your black hair straight back using heavy-hold gel, or style a black cosplay wig.
- 6
Carry the red 'Bandit's Secret' book in one hand to complete the look.
Makeup & hair
Slick your black hair straight back using strong-hold gel or pomade. Use a blue cosmetic face paint pen to draw a clean, sharp equal-armed cross in the center of your forehead.
Chrollo Lucilfer for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair with Hisoka Morow or Kurapika for a dramatic Hunter x Hunter rivalry duo.
- group
- Gather friends to dress as other Phantom Troupe members like Feitan, Shizuku, or Uvogin.
- kids
- A simplified version with a black jacket, a faux-fur scarf, and a drawn-on forehead cross.
- Plus size
- Opt for a custom-tailored or loose-fitting trench coat to ensure comfort and mobility.
Tips
- Use fabric paint or gold vinyl transfer to add the inverted cross to the back of a plain coat if DIYing.
- Keep a white bandage wrap handy in case you want to switch to Chrollo's disguised look with his hair down.
- Ensure the earrings are clip-ons if you do not have pierced ears.
Chrollo Lucilfer costume FAQ
- What is the book Chrollo carries?
- He carries 'Bandit's Secret' (Skill Hunter), a red book with a black handprint on the cover used to store stolen Nen abilities.
- How do you do Chrollo's forehead tattoo?
- You can use a blue cosmetic face paint pen or purchase a temporary cosplay tattoo for a clean, sharp cross shape.
- What color is Chrollo's coat?
- His coat is traditionally a dark purple or black velvet-like material with a thick white faux-fur collar.
Did you know? Chrollo's design and his group, the Phantom Troupe, were partially inspired by Yoshihiro Togashi's love for classic rock aesthetics and dark fantasy tropes.