Hood

And yeah, “hood” is basically any head-covering hood you see on a character, not just a modern hoodie. In anime and games it shows up everywhere: streetwear hoodies, fantasy cloaks, assassin-style capes, and even oversized pajama hoodies in comedy scenes. Sometimes the hood is up because it’s cold or raining. Other times it’s there to hide a face, signal “don’t talk to me,” or just give a character a clean silhouette. You’ll find both male and female characters here, and the tag tends to be more about the outfit shape than the character’s vibe.

So what shows up in these wallpapers? A lot of side profiles with the hood shadowing the eyes. Front-facing portraits too, usually with the drawstrings, zipper, or cape clasp visible. Some art leans into urban looks: headphones, masks, layered jackets, that kind of thing. But plenty of images go full fantasy with a hooded cloak and a staff or sword. And there’s the in-between stuff, like school uniforms with a hoodie thrown over it. In fact, you’ll also see cute “kigurumi” style hoodies now and then, where the hood has animal ears. That’s kind of its own thing, but it overlaps.

But the main reason people click this tag is simple: hoods frame the face nicely. They also make poses read well on a busy desktop, since the outline stays clear even when the background has effects or scenery. If you like characters who look a little private, a little mysterious, or just comfy, this category covers it without being locked to one series or one genre.