Scorpion Costume
Bring the iconic Mortal Kombat specter to life with yellow ninja armor.
Scorpion is one of the most iconic characters from the Mortal Kombat fighting game franchise, instantly recognizable by his yellow ninja garb and deadly rope dart. Fans choose this costume to embody the powerful, vengeful specter Hanzo Hasashi at conventions and Halloween parties. The look consists of a black base layer, yellow armored vest, matching arm and shin guards, and his signature face mask.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $50–150
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What you need for a Scorpion costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Scorpion costume — one box instead of 7 pieces.
Black base layer
A long-sleeve black compression shirt and matching black athletic pants or leggings.
DIY: Use a plain black long-sleeve t-shirt and black sweatpants.
Yellow ninja vest or tabard
A sleeveless yellow vest or quilted tabard with black trim, mimicking his classic combat armor.
DIY: Cut a tabard shape out of yellow craft foam or felt, and draw black panel lines with a permanent marker.
Scorpion face mask
A molded yellow and black lower-face mask that covers the nose and mouth.
DIY: Paint a standard plastic face shield or reusable fabric mask yellow and black to match his skeletal or armored look.
Black ninja hood or balaclava
A lightweight black hood that covers the head and neck, leaving only the eyes exposed.
DIY: Wrap a black t-shirt around your head, tucking in the sleeves to leave only an eye opening.
Arm and shin guards
Matching yellow and black forearm bracers and shin guards.
DIY: Wrap yellow foam sheets around your forearms and shins, securing them with black elastic bands.
Black utility belt
A wide black belt worn over the tabard to secure the waist.
DIY: Use a standard wide black leather belt.
Rope dart prop
A prop kunai dagger attached to a long, braided grey rope.
DIY: Cut a kunai shape out of thick cardboard, paint it silver, and tie it to a length of grey clothesline rope.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Scorpion costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the black long-sleeve shirt and black pants as your base layer.
- 2
Pull the black balaclava or hood over your head, ensuring your neck is fully covered.
- 3
Slip the yellow armored vest or tabard over your head, centering it over the black shirt.
- 4
Fasten the wide black utility belt around your waist to secure the vest in place.
- 5
Attach the yellow forearm guards and shin guards over your base layer.
- 6
Secure the yellow and black face mask over your nose and mouth, adjusting the straps over the hood.
- 7
Tuck the rope dart prop into your belt or hold the kunai in your hand, ready for action.
Makeup & hair
Since your head is fully covered by the black hood and face mask, hair styling is not required. For an unmasked 'specter' look, you can wear white mesh costume contact lenses to give your eyes a glowing, pupilless appearance.
Scorpion for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Sub-Zero in blue ninja gear for an iconic fire-and-ice rivalry look.
- group
- Form a Mortal Kombat tournament roster with Sub-Zero, Raiden, Kitana, and Johnny Cage.
- kids
- A comfortable jumpsuit version with a soft fabric mask and printed armor details.
- Plus size
- Use a loose-fitting black tunic and pants, using an adjustable fabric tabard for a comfortable fit.
- pet
- A yellow and black dog coat styled like a ninja vest.
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Child's scorpion costume
- A comfortable jumpsuit version with a soft fabric mask and printed armor details.
Tips
- Ensure your face mask has breathing holes or is made of breathable material if you plan to wear it indoors for long periods.
- Keep the rope dart prop securely wrapped or tucked into your belt while walking through crowds to avoid tripping hazards.
- Wear comfortable black combat boots or athletic sneakers, as you will be standing and posing a lot.
- Practice your best 'Get over here!' pose with the kunai extended for photos.
Scorpion costume FAQ
- What is Scorpion's signature weapon?
- Scorpion's signature weapon is a rope dart (or kunai on a chain), which he throws to impale his opponents and drag them toward him.
- How do I make a DIY Scorpion mask?
- You can craft a lightweight mask using yellow EVA foam. Cut out the angular cheek and mouth panels, glue them together, paint black accents in the vents, and attach an elastic strap.
- Is Scorpion's costume yellow or gold?
- While early games used a bright, solid yellow fabric, modern iterations feature a mix of metallic gold, matte yellow plates, and black leather textures.
Did you know? Scorpion's iconic yellow color palette was originally chosen by game creators in 1992 as a palette swap of Sub-Zero to save memory space on the arcade cabinets.