Femtrooper Julie

I told you guys I was going to be a pilot It is offical! I was accepted today as ID3432! Femtrooper Julie is now an officer! I expect crisp salutes from all you TK enlisted men! If anyone needs a lift, let me know, I will swing by with the Rogue Shadow anytime! Thank you to all who encouraged me to stick around and keep working on my approval! I would still like to try and be a short TK one day, but Juno is a great fir for me. Thanks to Daetrin for the wonderful suggestion!

I got my jacket back today, and wanted to see what everyone thinks: - How is the sleeve length? - This tank is a darker grey. I like the fit better, how is the color? - How does the boot fit look? - These are my femtrooper gloves, not the new ones. they are on the way. - This is also my old rank, new one is on order. Thank you all for the support and help!

Hard to go wrong with E-6000. I used clear two-part epoxy, anything will work really. I used 6mm hex bolts if I recall. My wires were from a $2 yard sale razor cord. Just look for anything close. I split them into two, and used one half on each side. I think phone hand set is too thick. For weathering, yes, just primer it, then paint silver (gold around the scope), and a layer of semi-gloss black. Then scuff it up. If you want to get real fancy you can add a scotch tape roll with a magnifying lens on the end as a viewfinder. The new doopydoos comes with a sticker for the scope.

Sounds like you have a good plan for her. Keep us updated with photos!

I was in the same boat...I am almost 5'0" . I really like the TK look, but after I saw the 501st guys in action, I knew I would just look silly trooping with them in armor. I am going for Juno Eclipse, but regular Imperial Officer like shown above is a good choice too. (That first one is HOT!) There are some good tailors over on Imperial Officer, or PM me if you want the contact info for my Juno Maker. Julie

Looks like you are offto a great start! Welcome!

I can never turn down an excuse to go shopping! I spent the evening at my favorite mall in Waikiki. It was very crowded, but I had fun! I did not find any open back gloves at all. I found a few boots that looked good to me. I decided to play it safe and go for a flatter heel for now. I can wear these for the approval shots, and they will still be very comfortable for long troops. I can wear my more sexy heel boots for semi-canon stuff. These are from nine west. Just pull on, no buckles or zippers, and low heel. Looked perfect to me!

I found some really small gloves on E-bay, they should match the CRL fine: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=320618634894&ssPageName=ADME:B:EF:US:1123 I also ordered the amber and red rank bars from the 501st source With that and shortening the sleeves, I should be set! The belt needs broken in a bit to fit me better. It is just stiff. I wore it around all day last night, maybe I will wear it out this weekend I also ordered a Hasbro D-44 to paint up as a prop! Once it is all sorted out I have a makeup artist friend (I am not as naturally gorgeous as the "real" Juno!), and I know some pro photographers. I should be able to get some great shots with it!

Great job on the uniform! Thanks for posting the pics!

I knew what John meant, the real Juno is a hottie! In FUI, she is mainly shown in the Rogue Shadow pilot version. Proxy shows her formal version from the database. I want that look too, it would just be a new jacket, I have the rest! In FU2 she has gone rebel, and has more of a Han Solo vibe going on...I like that look too, but I am loyal to the Empire Here is her pilot look on the game: I am going to get some gloves and work on the sleeves, then get some great quality pics for you guys! (and the 501st GML!) Julie

Here is my test fit! The gloves are too big, the sleeves are too long. In the the end shots I tried rolling them up. I will take the Jacket in and get them chopped 3/4 length! I know this is a TK board, but many of you 501st guys and gals know a lot! PLEASE give me your honest feedback, I am serious about making this a top of the line Juno!

Eric feels my pain! I was actually delighted to find my box waiting for me when I got home tonight! It was all beaten up, but the Juno was soft stuff and it all made it OK. Like anything, it will need some tweaks before I can apply for 501st. It is pretty good start though! I have to get cleaned up after work, and I will take some test shots to share! And I have something else (TOP SECRET) in the works! Did I mention red is my fav color?

Just an FYI for everyone out there: Shipping to Hawaii is not that hard, we are a real state, and have US Mail just like you mainlanders You get insurance, delivery confirmation, all of it...I really disliek when sellers will only ship to the lower 48, it is not like we are third world in Hawaii LOL! USPS is the best option. UPS is very expensive. The flat rate boxes are the best way to go! The reason why I bring this up is the Juno tailor sent it parcel post. That goes to California, they wait for the boat to fill up, and then send it over. A flat rate large box would have been like $15, I would have happily paid for two, and it would be here in five days. Parcel will take 4-6 weeks. Patience is not a virtue that I have! <_< Here is the best info I can share for shipping to HI:

lookig good for a first shot!

Nice! Can I ask how tall you are?

bling bling! Looking good trooper!

Oh, someone say femtrooper? LOL! One of the outpost guys is about 5'4" and his armor fits very well. I am sure she can pull it off. Is she going with Ritchies for the fem-part? Julie

As much as I really wanted to be a real TK, I decided I am just too short to pull it off well. I still intend to have fun with femtrooper. I really wanted some way to become an approved 501st member. I love all the positive impact the group has, and I know I was missing out by not being able to attend canon events. A wise trooper here pointed me in the direction of Juno Eclipse. I decided it was a great fit for me, and will allow me to mix some hotness into the 501st as well. I do like to stand out in a crowd I have worked hard on my femtrooper even though it is not approved. I spent time researching Juno and learning all I could in an effort to do it right. I have played Force Unleashed I & II, so I know the story. I just never realized I could get approved with her Rogue Shadow look. I contracted a tailor with some Imperial Officer experience. We spent a few months going back and forth on details and measurements. If there are any problems it is because I was off on my measurements. The tailor completed the uniform and shipped it this week. I am excited to see the results! I have a good belt and hat coming as well. I also ordered good code cylinders from a supplier on Imperial Officer. Here is my Jacket that she shipped. More details as it progresses!

I like it alot! I was expecting a joke, but that has some real depth. Good post!

It was a pleasure to finally meet Pancho Villa TE2 He was on the 501st panel at HEXXP yesterday. The man kows his armor!

Looks great to me!

Can get by with regular magnets stacked up, but not as good as rare earth. Those things are AMAZING!

Looking very sharp! Another excellent TK for the ranks! Congrats!

Those guys are great!