Welcome and Bienvenido to a new edition of Penguin Vogue! This column is dedicated to getting the inside scoop from fellow members about their custom uniforms and the inspiration behind it! Today, we’re interviewing someone with one of the most iconic and memorable outfits, ACP General, El Nova!
Hola Nova! I adore your outfit. It’s so iconic and such a staple at this point; always making your uniform at events reflect your style. So, what made you go with a cowboy aesthetic?
Thank you! I feel that being a “cowboy” or “gaucho”—to use the Spanish term—truly represents me. I enjoy being free and breaking away from the conventional aesthetics typically associated with how people dress. I’ve always strived to be an outsider; I don’t just follow the status quo—I’m always breaking the rules (sorry!). I learn through my mistakes—often the hard way—and I feel that, in one way or another, that’s exactly what a cowboy is, too!
You are known to wear a large Brown Cowboy Hat– why did you choose this one and this color over the others?
That color is incredible; I feel it represents what I want to show about myself really well. It’s elegant yet understated—but at the same time, if you see that hat, someone is bound to say, “What a great hat!” The hat is the most important part of the outfit.
You use to wear an Absurdly Large Mustache in CPJ. It has since been removed- why?
As for the big mustache, it really depends on the day—on my mood. I think it’s iconic; some people love it, while others aren’t that fond of it. I’m still deciding whether or not to shave it off for good!
Well, I am a fan BUT maybe not such a large one haha. Tell me about your current face item, Green Face Paint.
Face paint represents the true warrior spirit—why have a clean face when keeping ACP at the top has always been an honor and a constant struggle? I love it because, even without the Roman helmet, the paint still embodies that warrior spirit.
What made you choose a Red Bandana? Love the color!
Red is my favorite color. I think adding the bandana to my outfit was a great choice, as it strikes a perfect balance between an ACP-style look and a cowboy aesthetic. I can’t imagine any other accessory that would work better around the neck!
You have the ACP staple- the Green Letterman Jacket; what made you choose that?
I’m sure that if a jacket like this existed in real life, I’d wear it from time to time. I love it. It’s the foundation of the outfit—everything else is planned around it. I love that this jacket serves as a symbol for ACP. By the way, BRING BACK THE GREEN LETTERMAN JACKET TO CPJ!
Can’t forget about the classic Hiking Boots– tell me a bit about those and why not Cowboy Boots?
While I was thinking about the outfit, I was torn between wearing the cowboy boots I use in CPJ or the hiking boots. I decided to go with the hiking boots because they’re a classic item—and also because I find the name itself interesting. We’re always walking (or sometimes running) to keep ACP great.
I love your Lasso as well, why did you have that over any other item like the guitar?
The lasso is a classic. It feels like most people use guitars—there are just too many guitars out there! While a guitar might be more aesthetically pleasing, a lasso completely breaks the mold; I’ve never seen anyone use one consistently. I believe that what makes for a great outfit isn’t just that it represents you, but also that it makes you unique—that it sets you apart from everyone else. The lasso makes both of those things possible.
Lastly, tell me about your background and pin choice; the Argentina Flag pin and the custom ACP background!
As is well known, I am from Argentina. I wear the Argentina pin in all CPPS games. I love my country, and I love it when people take an interest or want to learn more about Argentina. I am grateful to God for having been born here. It’s not just a simple pin—it’s a source of pride. It’s no coincidence that most people from Argentina, when playing CPJ, choose to wear the Argentina pin rather than a weekly pin or anything else.
As for the background—ever since they introduced this new one, I honestly couldn’t imagine choosing any other; it’s perfect. It captures exactly what ACP is all about and the spirit we embody. Thanks to those who created it!
Thank you so much for letting me interview you! I of course love the cowboy aesthetic and getting to know more about the inspiration behind it!
Noo, thank you for the interview!
Thank you for reading and getting to know more about ACP’s own cowboy! Hope you enjoyed our newest edition of the Penguin Vogue series! Join us next time when we sit down with another member of the army and talk all things fashion.
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