Ah, the humble stormtrooper. For some, it's a symbol of Imperial oppression. For others, it's a joke about bad blaster aim. And for still others, it's a canvas just waiting for a creative cosplayer to imprint their vision on it.

Some take a simple approach, amending the classic suit with a hat or a cape or some other accessories. Others take a more comprehensive approach, completely overhauling the suit with paint, makeup and even brand-new armor pieces.

The results are a mix of badass, funny and just plain strange—and we've assembled some of the best right here.