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Hmmmmm... yet ANOTHER Licensed Star Wars product depicting Captain Cardinal as a TLJ-era set of armor. Is it a disappointing miss in accuracy? Or at what point do we accept that either a TFA or TLJ variant may be acceptable? Disney/LucasFilm has now signed off a TLJ version at least... Once... Twice... And now three times with Denuo Novo, who also makes a TFA helmet and could have easily loaded red plastic into that mold. Technically more than that as well, as both the art and products were likely approved separately. If this was a garage maker, it would not matter, but these same boxes sport the Disney logo and therefore I think merit inclusion in the discussion, especially with so few other canon visual references for this character. To my limited knowledge, the only other contrary visual reference material is from the Phasma book jacket that shows TFA style... (Curious if that was a computer generated image or what...) I'd love to hear people's thoughts and if a TLJ variant should be developed! I just want to see this costume approved, man...

Trimmed both thighs to the screen used dimensions and removed all return edges from the top of the thigh. Seems to fit much better and mobility is better as well. Should they be higher or is this a good height? Much appreciated!

Just finished my hdpe helmet. Trying to get a sfs style. What do you guys think ?

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Hi everyone, my names piers just starting out on my journey to eventually joining the 501st. I have joined up to my local garrison here in Australia and have been doing a bunch of research which has led to a rabbit hole of information. My aim is to have ROTJ armour still trying to work out what would work for me 6" and 110kg . Is there a strict procedure in contacting a builder? i have one in mind but they are based in the US so any advice would be appreciated.

Looks like they have Frankensteined this helmet, it has both TFA and TLJ elements DN Cardinal - wide side mesh like TFA but TLJ teeth and smaller clips/recesses DN TFA - large side mesh - even larger than Anovos DN TLJ - angled mesh area towards the front and teeth TLJ Anovos angled mesh towards front and teeth and smaller clips/recesses TFA Anovos It's not even a combinations of both DN helmets, the mesh corner and nose plate positions and widths don't match the DN TFA or TLJ helmets, perhaps they remoulded or used old Anovos. The closest match on the side mesh would be the Cardinal with TFA Anovos, doesn't match the TFA from DN which is really weird. My thoughts, Cardinal was pre TLJ so really should be wearing TFA but that really comes down to our DL and the LMO's

Hello ladies and gentlemen! I'm Tristan from germany. I'm have my roots in building and painting boba fett armor and especially helmets and now discovered my love to stormtrooper helmets. My first was a rs kit and it was a great fun to build and paint it. Then I get a beautiful da props hdpe kit and I was addicted :-D. now I try to discover new makers and techniques because all of that stuff is so exciting and awesome in my opinion! I'm looking forward to work with you guys n gals! Thanks for looking and take care, Tristan

Looking awesome! You've replicated the helmet very well! When (hehe) you decide to get yourself the rest of the TK armor, we're here for you!

GREAT to hear that you are shooting for Centurion, Erik! This is an awesome example of AM armor at it's best, but I'm sure you know that the CRLs have been updated in the last 7 years so there have been some changes for all 3 levels. A quick read over them will help get you up to speed. Also note that when reviewing a costume that the D.O.s do not depend solely on the text, but also take official visual references (screen caps, etc.) into consideration. A few things that may need to be addressed are: 1. It's kind of hard to tell, but the cloth belt may be a bit wide: The corners of the plastic ammo belt shall be trimmed at a 45 degree angle that that meets the outer edge of the cloth belt. 2. The rims of the Hovi tips should have a few dabs of white paint ("weathering"). EASY! 3. If you haven't got a set yet, flexible hand guards are required. I have those available here. Looking forward to seeing your submission, and if you have any questions just ask!

Looking to submit a centurion next. Besides return edges described anything further needed?

It's amazing how much knowledge you can take away from an armor workshop, very hard to stop and take photos when you are deep down the rabbit hole.

Any progress is good progress, real life can get in the way, don't worry the armor will still be there when you have more time

Sweet! We want pix

Congrats, trooper! That is some beautiful armor, well done. Tracker updated!

I completely forgot to update here after the armour party. I didn't even take any progress photos. All the parts are rough cut out. A few still need to be trimmed a little to size right. The few that are sized right I need to get out to the store to grab some sanding papers to sand down the edges on the inside so they aren't too rough, a suggestion given to me at the armour party that I hadn't thought of. My progress was more in learning what steps i need than physical progress. Confidence is rising. Just need more time to actually do things. I tried to ask questions as much as I could to pick at the depths of knowledge of the approved TK's that attended. One even had his kit there to look at. Where all his straps are, how the peices look together when not on a person, or attached to other parts. It was really helpful to see what the pieces look like alone.

I have 2 of those teeshirts back from 2012...I remember speaking to Matthias about the incorrect spelling on the t shirt..Stormtroper instead of Stormtrooper..he had them corrected after that.yeah good old days

Looking back on this now, things have moved quite fast! My 1 year Trooperversary is coming up in about 2 months!

Very good points! I will try to fix them! That's what I'm here for. You guys have the eye for that details :-)

Hi! I'm 5'6" and slim build. AP Armour is what I ordered. I went with them building it for me and supplied them with my measurements. They did a great job, and were super helpful once I got the armour (had to trim the thigh pieces to fit a bit better). Would recommend AP armour if you're on the smaller size.

Awesome! Thank you! I’ve been test fitting after removing more of the return edges and it’s fitting awesome. Much more comfortable! I’ll upload pictures soon to make sure it’s fitting better and try the same with the left thigh as well. Thanks!

I've hidden a number of posts on this thread. If you don't like the character, that's fine, but keep those opinions to your self.

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Well done trooper the detachment and empire are proud of you. It’s a great kit look after it.

OMG! I'm back in town but going on vacation! updates coming after I get back!

Congrats on your approval, trooper! Best of luck with EIB!

Congratulations! Those pictures look awesome, I'm sure you'll get EIB without much trouble. Looking forward to meeting you on a troop one day!

Congratulations Marcel, One of us! one of us!!

Nice work Terry, a couple of things, these will be more for the higher levels. Belt is just over the bottom button, should be just below. Shoulder straps to shoulder bells different gaps, left side touching, right side has a gap, also depending on how much gap on the side you could curve these, reference below.. Bunching of undersuit between shoulder bells and chest. Different forearm to wrist gaps. Thighs hitting cod. Twist on thigh ammo strip, this should be fine but I'd probably straighten a little, but that's me . Rotate left thigh so aligns with shin. Drop box not aligned with the end of the plastic belt. Can see part of a logo on your pants. Note the angle of your plastic belt and fabric belt, should follow the same angle. Note on this side the belt angle is better, also drop box is aligned correct. Small gap between ab and kidney plates, tighter strapping may help. I can also see one of your V tabs on top of the kidney I can't quite make out your rear shoulder straps so can't comment on their fitment. Generally on the front of the chest the shoulder straps align, 1 large tab and 4 to 5 smaller tabs, not something that normally gets mentioned though. Helmet not central to backplate, also backplate sticking out on bottom right. Personally I think you will be fine for basic approval, depending on your GML of course. Just a few tweaks and you should be ready for higher levels. Good luck, hope to see you with a TKID very soon

Thanks for the welcome guys , hopefully I'll only add to the beneficence of the forum and our community. Although I do have a couple of potential future (how too) threads already in mind, aswell as the odd short run or sales thread, if folks are interested?

It's here! Boxes turned up. Very quick test fit and have worked out areas I need to trim to fit but so happy it's finally here

Been a bit of a wait but the 2 big brown boxes are ready for shipping, they only have to go about 9500 miles to get here. Was hoping someone could help me by listing the steps to take now regarding approvals and the next steps?

I'm very pleased to announce my application to join the 501st Legion has been approved! Ready to serve the Empire. I have signed up for my first induction troop events next weekend. A massive thank you to all here at FISD who helped me along the way during my build, hope our paths cross one day and look forward to it.

Happily joining the ranks with ANH TK Stunt kit.

Welcome, Piers. Be prepared to get addicted, haha! Enjoy the journey my friend and look forward to seeing your progress. Ask all the questions you need, the folks here on FISD are here to help you. Enjoy! Sent from The Empire

Welcome to the FISD, Piers! As Andrew mentioned, if it's ROTJ armor you are looking for you really can't get any more accurate than Mark's. Cast from an original set, it's as close as you get to screen used and he has a sterling reputation here as a seller. Whoever you choose, know that we are here every step of the way to help!

Hi Piers, welcome to FISD! For RotJ, CFO (Cast from original) Mark is one of the best located in the UK,PM Sskunky here on FISD. Their are other armour makers US based that you can covert to RotJ. This thread here has the vetted makers and some contact info for each.