What is the easiest Dead by Daylight costume to make?

The Legion is the easiest Killer to cosplay. You only need a dark hoodie, jeans, a simple white mask with a painted smiley face, and a prop ruler knife.

How do I make fake blood look realistic for a DBD costume?

Mix red food coloring with corn syrup and a drop of blue or green to darken it, or use dark red acrylic paint mixed with liquid latex for a dried, peeling scab effect on clothing.

Can I wear this costume to conventions?

Yes, but ensure your prop weapons (like the Trapper's cleaver or Huntress's hatchet) are made of foam or plastic and comply with the convention's weapon safety policy.

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Dead by Daylight Costume

Death is not an escape. Bring the asymmetric horror game to life.

Dead by Daylight is a massive hit asymmetric survival horror game where four Survivors try to escape one relentless Killer. Fans love dressing up as these characters because of the game's gritty, tense atmosphere and iconic character designs. This guide focuses on recreating the classic Trapper (Evan MacMillan) look, the game's cover-art mascot, but the principles apply to any Survivor or Killer in the fog.

Difficulty: Medium
Time: ~90 min
Budget: $40–120

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Trapper Mask
A bone-white, creepy smiling mask with vertical bars over the mouth and simulated metal stitches.
DIY: Paint a plastic hockey mask off-white, cut wider eye holes, add vertical black bars, and use hot glue to simulate thick, messy stitches.
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Dark Utility Apron
A heavy-duty, dark brown or black rubberized or canvas work apron covered in faux blood and grime.
DIY: Take an old canvas apron, paint it dark brown, and splatter it with dark red acrylic paint mixed with black.
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Cargo Pants
Tattered, dark olive green or brown cargo pants distressed at the hems.
DIY: Use an old pair of green or brown pants and scuff them up with sandpaper and dirt.
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Cleaver Prop
A large, weathered toy meat cleaver or machete with simulated rust and dried blood.
DIY: Cut the shape out of thick cardboard, paint the blade metallic silver, and add rust details with brown and orange paint.
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Work Boots
Heavy, scuffed black or dark brown combat or construction boots.
DIY: Use old work boots and rub them with real dirt or dark brown cream makeup.
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How to put it together

1
Put on the dark cargo pants and a dark, tattered long-sleeve undershirt.
2
Fasten the heavy-duty work apron over your shirt and pants, adjusting the straps so it sits low.
3
Use sandpaper, wire brushes, and dark brown paint to distress the apron and pants, focusing on the hems and pockets.
4
Apply fake blood liberally across the front of the apron and your prop cleaver, letting it drip naturally.
5
Secure the Trapper mask over your face, ensuring the strap is tight and comfortable.
6
Equip the prop cleaver in your dominant hand, keeping your posture hunched and menacing.

Makeup & hair

Apply black greasepaint around your eyes before putting on the mask so your skin doesn't show through the eye holes. If any hair escapes the mask, slick it down with gel or dirt-colored hair wax to look sweaty and unkempt.

Dead by Daylight for couples, groups, kids & more

couples: Pair The Trapper or Ghost Face with a bloodied Survivor like Dwight Fairfield or Meg Thomas carrying a toolbox.
group: One player dresses as the Killer (The Trapper, Huntress, or Legion) while four friends dress as Survivors carrying flashlights and medkits.
kids: A kid-friendly version of The Legion using a simple painted paper plate mask and a dark hoodie.
Plus size: The Trapper's bulky, imposing silhouette is highly accommodating; use an oversized adjustable industrial apron.
pet: Dress your dog as a Survivor with a miniature orange campfire-themed bandana.

Tips

Use fabric medium mixed with acrylic paint for the blood splatters so they don't flake off the apron.
Ensure your mask has adequate ventilation and visibility, especially if wearing it to a crowded nighttime event.
Carry a small prop flashlight or a toy toolbox to instantly signal your role if you are going as a Survivor.
For photos, pose near rusty fences, old brick walls, or in dimly lit wooded areas to capture the game's trial grounds vibe.

Dead by Daylight costume FAQ

What is the easiest Dead by Daylight costume to make?: The Legion is the easiest Killer to cosplay. You only need a dark hoodie, jeans, a simple white mask with a painted smiley face, and a prop ruler knife.
How do I make fake blood look realistic for a DBD costume?: Mix red food coloring with corn syrup and a drop of blue or green to darken it, or use dark red acrylic paint mixed with liquid latex for a dried, peeling scab effect on clothing.
Can I wear this costume to conventions?: Yes, but ensure your prop weapons (like the Trapper's cleaver or Huntress's hatchet) are made of foam or plastic and comply with the convention's weapon safety policy.

Did you know? Dead by Daylight features licensed horror icons like Michael Myers, Freddy Krueger, and Leatherface alongside its original cast of terrifying Killers.