Today, September 6, is Redhead Day. In honor of this event, we decided to talk about two charming redheads – Daphne and Velma from the animated series about the talking dog Scooby-Doo. Beautiful girls cool enlivened the team of detectives, which deals with paranormal cases. In this article, we will talk about Velma and Daphne and also show great cosplay on them.
Daphne and Velma in cartoons
The first animated series starring Velma Sinclair and Daphne Ann Blake was released in 1969. It was called “Scooby-Doo, where are you?” (Scooby-Doo, Where Are You!) and it was there that all the members of the Mystery Corporation made their debut, including the cowardly Shaggy and the brash Fred. The concept is simple: a team of young people arrive with the talking dog Scooby at a place where ghosts, werewolves or vampires have been seen. There they investigate what happened and discover that they have a skilled production, played by one of the minor characters. The animated series was a huge success. It got a second season, as well as sequels, spin-offs, and crossovers with other characters.
Frames from the first animated series:
Scooby’s story changed dramatically in 1979 with the arrival of the overly daring Scrappy-Doo puppy. The writers gradually began to forgo full-fledged investigations into short episodes of real paranormality, and Daphne, Velma, and Fred were left out of the main story. Years later, the characters returned in full-length cartoons – Scooby-Doo on Zombie Island, Scooby-Doo & The Witch’s Ghost, and many others. In the latest animated series right now called “Scooby-Doo and Guess Who” (Scooby-Doo and Guess Who?), Daphne also has Velma. It was released three years ago, on June 27, 2019.
Frames from the latest animated series of the moment:
Over its thirty-year history, the depictions of girls in cartoons have not changed much. Velma acts as the brain of the team, noticing subtle details and often drawing the right conclusions during the investigation. Daphne, on the other hand, likes to flirt with guys, but attracts the attention of villains. As a result, she is often kidnapped and held captive.
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Cosplay for Daphne and Velma by Roksolana Riedel and jAberford (photographer – Jay):
It is also worth paying attention to their appearance. Daphne is a slim and leggy beauty with well styled hair. She prefers short dresses and high heels. Velma, on the other hand, is a bit chubby, wearing shapeless sweaters and wearing wide-rimmed glasses. We are talking about cartoons, in other works their images look a little different.
Cosplay for Daphne and Velma by Ilona Bugaeva:
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Daphne and Velma in feature films
In 2002, the first movie dedicated to the Mystery Corporation was released, called “Scooby-Doo” (Scooby-Doo). Even then it became clear that transferring the animated series to the cinema format with live actors was not the best idea. The computer dog was more of an annoyance than entertainment, the jokes weren’t successful, and the plot didn’t catch on at all. It is therefore not surprising that the film was simultaneously nominated for the Golden Raspberry Award in two categories. Meanwhile, he collected a good box office, so he got a sequel and a prequel.
Footage from the first Scooby-Doo feature film:
But for the purposes of this article, we are interested in how Velma has changed. In front of us is not a modest chubby girl, but a real beauty. In addition, in the second film she is ashamed of her appearance for some reason, and in order to overcome the complexes, she is dressed in a red tight suit. All this looks a bit strange, especially against the background of what we saw in the animated series.
Cosplay on Velma from Saint Agnia (Photographer – Kristina Borodkina):
I also want to remember the movie “Daphne and Velma” (Daphne & Velma) in 2018, in which neither Scooby nor Shaggy can be seen. It was praised for the writers who eliminated male characters and added a message of women’s empowerment. But at the same time, the film was criticized for having a bad script, boring characters and bad special effects. You can draw your own conclusions.
Stills from the movie about Velma and Daphne:
Daphne and Velma cosplay by Helen Stifler and Angelica Behm:
Daphne and Velma in video games
The Scooby-Doo franchise has released many games, but the vast majority are too primitive. Of particular note are projects from the Scooby-Doo! Mystery Adventures and Scooby Doo! Case Files, which came out from 2000 to 2007. These are simple quests that require you to play as familiar characters, study the crime scene, collect evidence, and talk to witnesses. The images of Velma and Daphne in it are exactly the same as in the animated series.
Screenshots of Scooby-Doo! Mysterious Adventures:
Erotic cosplay on Velma from Helly Valentine:
Daphne and Velma in fan culture
Like many cartoons from our childhood, the girls have become popular with artists and cosplayers. They turned to the classic animated series, but with one major change: Velma is often turned into a real sex bomb. We would call it a violation of the canon, if not for the official movies, where the same thing happened. In addition, cosplayers and art authors often play with the abduction of girls by villains and erotic bondage. Note that we have devoted a separate article to such works in the style of BDSM.
Erotic Daphne Cosplay by Daria Flora (Elune as Velma):
Erotic cosplay on Velma by Daria Hime (photographer – EVA):
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Daphne and Velma, like other characters from Scooby-Doo stories, remain in demand even today. Modern children like to watch simple detective investigations, and adults feel a sense of nostalgia. These cartoons have certainly stood the test of time. And it is better to just ignore the movies with the participation of the Mystery Corporation.
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Source: VG Times
Gregory Robert is a sports aficionado and a writer for “Social Bites”. He provides in-depth coverage of the latest sporting events and trends, offering a unique and knowledgeable perspective on the world of sports.