Namco Bandai has today unveiled some alternative costumes for certain characters in their upcoming fighter, Soul Calibur V.

Designed by Mari Shimazaki, whose previous work includes Okami and Bayonetta, the characters getting the makeover include Ivy, Leixia and Tira.

Check out the artwork and screenshots below.

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Soul Calibur V is set to launch in North America on January 31st, and in Europe on February 3rd for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3.