On April 23, 2022, the Azur Lane English Twitter account ignited the fandom with the reveal of HMS Sheffield's "Bulletborne" skin, a masterful nod to FromSoftware's Bloodborne through its gothic hunter aesthetic.
The artwork depicts the silver-haired light cruiser in a tricorn hat, frilly black dress with red accents and thigh-high stockings, perched seductively on a tombstone in a foggy graveyard, lantern in one hand and serrated sword in the other, under a ominous blood moon. Chibi panels showcase her yellow-eyed expressions from shy to sultry, blending her maid persona with eldritch horror vibes against twisted trees and graves. This "new attire" promised to grace docks soon, teasing commanders with her impending arrival amid rising hype for fantasy-themed outfits. The punny name alone sparked instant recognition, positioning it as a standout in Royal Navy fashion.
The post amassed nearly 4,000 likes and 79 replies exploding with Bloodborne memes, quotes, and unbridled praise for the design's atmospheric perfection. "bulletBorne? more like BLOODBORNE" quipped one fan alongside iconic game art, capturing the immediate crossover joy. Classics like "A hunter must hunt" flooded the thread with accompanying images, while @AzurLaneMeta declared, "Can't get any more of a Bloodborne reference than that..." Enthusiasts celebrated the fantasy shift, with one noting they'd longed for such skins on Sheffield, their top favorite. No-pantsu tradition jokes and wallet-opening vows proliferated, underscoring her enduring maid allure in this hunter guise.
Sheffield's Bulletborne skin launched shortly after as part of the limited-time Blood Moon event outfits, available until May 12, 2022, via shop purchase and cementing its status as a must-have. The design's intricate details and thematic depth fueled fanart, cosplays, and discussions tying it to in-game lore like Bunker Hill's Bloodborne book prop. It exemplified Azur Lane's flair for pop culture homages, boosting Royal Navy appeal and event engagement. Commanders hailed it as peak Sheffield, blending her tsundere charm with Lovecraftian edge for docks and fleets alike. Years on, Bulletborne endures as a symbol of masterful skin craft, proving puns and atmosphere can spawn timeless icons.
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