Samurai Meets Sith: Shogun Vader - Stephen Wong is out guest
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“Samurai Meets Sith: Shogun Vader”
In this episode of Saber Rattle, we’re honored to speak with cosplay royalty: Stephen Wong, the mastermind behind Shogun Vader, who took home Best in Show at Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025.
Stephen’s striking fusion of samurai tradition and Sith menace wowed audiences and judges alike — complete with custom leatherwork, molded ABS armor, and a katana-style lightsaber that would make even Darth Vader pause.
We’ll dive into his creative process, the cultural influences behind the armor, and what it’s like to bring something truly original to the global cosplay stage.
From sketch to spotlight, this is the story of how one fan built a legend.https://www.starwars.com/news/star-wars-celebration-2025-cosplay-competition.https://www.instagram.com/shogun_vader/
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