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So I have a couple updates but hoping to start the actual build soon now that things are settling down. I went ahead and printed a more accurate (and lighter!) TLJ thermal detonator to replace the resin one with the kit. Still needs to be finished and painted: I also printed accurate ridged rails for the TLJ forearms with a hole for the Allen key dome hex bolt: Lastly, the raw pull for the riot shield came in from 850 Armor Works to add to the pile to be trimmed and finished: More to come!

That DLT-19 is tempting…particularly for the Dengar I’ve always wanted but haven’t built (yet). I may jump on that if no one else worthy picks it up!

Let’s find some time to connect as I still think building bench strength in both people and technology here is important. I also had a technology agenda I’d still like to execute against. I’ll volunteer as a deputy! 👮‍♂️

I've been reluctant to break into the armor boxes just yet as I need to finish a few other projects and setup my workshop for the build before I start trimming. But in the interim, I'm continuing to accumulate various pieces and parts. As I mentioned, I'm targeting Level 3/Centurion requirements for this build, so several things go well beyond the basic requirements. My upgraded rubber gaskets arrived from TandAWorkshop. These are slipcast latex gaskets and they arrived untrimmed and still coated in release agent. This is the after photo after a couple of hours of trimming and cleanup: I'm still going to go over them a couple more times with rubber cleaner/conditioner. Also, my undersuit arrived from TrooperStore, which has the rubberized material for the shorts meeting level 3 requirements integrated. I'm really happy with the fit and finish and also that it has a two-way zip for those future bio breaks. I went up several sizes (XXL) based on their size charts and reviews that consistently mentioned the suits ran small. I'm 5'11 and 210 with broad shoulders and while it's a little loose in the arms, lengthwise and overall the fit is great: My upgraded pouches from TrooperBay also arrived (as the long pouch with the DN kit is undersized), as well as my functional metal holster from R2Dan: Speaking of holsters, I'm working on printing the SE-44C pistol for the sidearm using The5thHorseman's files on the FISD forums. I decided to print and finish two of them, one for my kit and the other will be donated for a daily raffle prize at Terrificon this year. Still a few more pieces to print for the visor/sight then the joy of sanding and assembly will begin: Finally, I did get a shipping notice from KeepTrooping that my boots are on the way, and I started printing a more accurate (and lighter) TLJ thermal detonator for the armor kit. Hopefully more on both of those things in the next update as well as maybe unboxing at least the DN helmet.

Yes, but he’s NEG. The one I was thinking of in CTG was Greg P. He was a Shore Trooper Captain from R1.

I’m aware of one other who is now a retired member. I reviewed and approved them back in the day. None of our active troopers have STs that I know of. This looks like a ST Squad Leader and looks pretty tight and squares away across the board at first glance The trousers should be flared more on the sides (I think that’s just an angle and Kama obscuring them) but I’m also digging that E-22! Look forward to your submission!

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I would start with WampaWear as they have both the tunic and the white jodhpurs to match, are US based, accurate, and relatively fast to ship. They offer standard sizes: https://wampawear.com/product-category/uniform/ A second option is Magnoli Clothiers and they have the full uniform as well. All of their uniforms are made to measure and they tend to have very long lead times. Make sure you get the measurements right as customer service is hit or miss otherwise: https://www.magnoliclothiers.com/imperial-uniform-p-1134.html Clothears is a third option in a similar fashion to Magnoli but I’m unsure if they produce a Grand Admiral uniform: https://clothearscostumes.com/replicas/ Denuo Novo has a white tunic but no matching jodhurs and it will be a struggle to match their specific fabric.

Pieces and parts are starting to come in! Earlier in the week I received the gloves from Endor Finders, Ukswrath’s shoulder bell brackets, and Tony Jobe’s harness kit. The Black Series Riot Baton also arrived: I managed to get in touch with 850 Armor Works for one of their Riot Shield kits and that’s in process. I also downloaded files for the SE-44C blaster from the FISD forums and started printing the pieces for that: Then today, about 5 days after I ordered, the BBB from Denuo Novo showed up at the door along with the helmet and neck seal! Still several things on order but I’ll start unboxing soon and should be able to start the trimming process!

Just a reminder that 501st Legion election polls close tonight (Tuesday) at 7:00pm ET. This includes voting for Legion Commanding Officer, Garrison Commanding Officer, and Detachment Leadership. As a reminder, the Garrison Q&A and closing statements are in the Election Hall on this forum, and the Legion CO Q&A can be found here. (Legion forum login required to view) Regardless of your chosen candidate, make sure you exercise your right to vote at all Legion levels to ensure your voice is captured for the 2024 election year!

For awareness for anyone signing up, we have several new additions and fun initiatives planned for this year! More information on that to come as we get closer. That also means we have more to staff and do throughout the day. Anyone signing up for the event will be expected to commit to time in costume and at the booth to help actively contribute to both our presence and the events we have planned. Particularly if using the Garrison allocated passes for entry. That’s not a new or unique expectation but worth a reminder!

Hmmm, I hadn’t considered that…can we count it as two troops if I do?

With over 12+ 501st costumes it’s been a shame that I haven’t done any white armor, so I decided that 2024 will be the year to change that! I’ve loved the look of the First Order TK since I first saw it on screen, and particularly love the look with the riot baton and shield. So I’ve taken the plunge! 501st CRL: https://databank.501st.com/databank/Costuming:TK_TLJ After significant research and multiple build threads, I’m going with the Denuo Novo (DN) armor kit which leans more towards TLJ than TFA, along with the TLJ helmet from DN. This meant a low cost or budget build thread, as I often aim for Level 2/3 requirements for my own OCD/standards even if I don’t seek that level with the detachments. My complete build list with selected and ordered components is outlined below: Required Costume Components Helmet Denuo Novo The Last Jedi FO Helmet (Standard) - Went with the Standard over Premiere for both cost and weight considerations. Neck Seal Denuo Novo Stormtrooper Neck Seal - While in Rome… Armor Kit Denuo Novo FO Stormtrooper Standard Kit Gaskets: Denuo Novo Included Gloves: Endor Finders Undersuit: TrooperStore Boots: KeepTrooping (fka Imperial Boots) Component Uogrades Back/Yoke: Ukswrath’s FOTK Shoulder Bell Support Bracket Holster: R2Dan’s V2 Metal Holster Abdomen Section: Rogue Repros Zippered Closure Harness: Tony Jobe’s FOTK Harness from the DN FOTK Kit Building Group on Facebook Pouches: TrooperBay Gaskets: Thorsson Associates Workshop (TandAWorkshop) Slipcast Latex Gasket Set Optional Accessories Riot Baton: Black Series Riot Shield: 850 Armor Works Kit Blaster: SE-44C Pistol, will be 3D printed as my sidearm. Much more to come as orders start to arrive! I don’t have a clear time table for completion yet but hoping TerrifiCon will be a reasonable target for debut. Stay tuned!

I'm available and can bring Kylo for this visit.