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The changes were minimal, yes to the trained eye we spot the chest box changes, the belt changes, the face mask sculpts, neck hooks etc. I don't think these were intended to show upgrades, more the piece evolved in the workshop.Vaders appearance changed a lot between each of the 4 movies, almost every single piece was modified. Granted the TK's changed slightly more, but from the normal non critical person, vader and TK's look the same from movie to movie.
That said, the TK also changed but not significantly yet again, we all know the evolution of the Jedi from a ESB set.
I wouldn't have a problem if the same degree of changes had been minimal and using the OT TKs as a basis, but to me the evolution has designed an almost completely different look, and certainly outweighs any level of changes to vader of the same approx time period
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Well that is my point, you say it would need to be upgraded over the time period, yet Vader went through from Sith to Jedi with no changes, except a helmet resculpt which in essence is exactly the same. The flash back scene is only a rumour as it is possible that he was also cloned by the Emperor, just an idea as the full involment of Vader in Episode7 has not been released and the flashback is only a rumour started on a thread.You have to remember this is 30 years later. In thirty years time, things are going to change. There is no way that the armor would have stayed the same. It would definitely have to be upgraded. If they kept it the same, it would not make sense. Oh, and they most likely won't change Vader since the last time we saw him, he died. It is supposed to be in a flash back scene which means it would have to be while he was alive. Now which version they go with, episode 3, 4, 5, or 6, who knows. Either way, it will be the Vader we all know and love.
As to not making sense, there are many things that don't make sense, but I feel the significant changes of the Stormtroopers has been a detriment. At the height of the galaxy the Stormtroopers probably have the most low tech design, compared to the films before and looking at the images after. This in my opinion should have been taken into account and the new designs worked around that. Yes the Stomtrooper was designed in 1977, so that us what we got, now I feel design is running away, in every film.
As said maybe a traditionalist, but changes I feel should have been less, if nothing else as a tribute to the iconic stormtrooper design.
If the original films gave us one thing, it was that simplicity worked and once a character is established and recognised stay with it. The stormtrooper, although many in number, is a significant character in my eyes.
This alone has really put me off the new films, I really hoped it would go back to the original visions we grew up with.
He looks like the STIG from Top Gear.
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My excitement is gradually drifting away after seeing this image
It is sad, but whereas I hoped the clones and troopers after the Original Trilogy would compliment the original TK, the TK has now sort of fitted in uncomfortably in the middle as a minority. The integrity of the originals has been washed away with a new concept in every film. At the advancement levels the clones evolved, the TKs in the original would have changed, but they didnt. I think this pattern should have been retained more throughout. Minimal changes, possibly but controlled.
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For me I really don't like it.
I am probably too much a traditionalist but it now looks like any other sci fi incarnation, where as before the vision was groundbreaking.
While I see the evolution argument, I don't see why the iconic image of the stormtrooper could not be kept throughout.
The fact that Vader never once changed his appearance, from Sith to Jedi, the evolution argument washes even less. If his trooper changed surely he would.
They messed with a perfectly good and unique stormtrooper to me for the sake of it.
If rumour is correct that Vader may make an appearance in Episode 7, god forbid they mess around with his appearance
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Thanks everyone, it's great to be back with the community. Will definitely be posting progress, all the best
Gra
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Hi all,
Some you you may remember me, I have built a fair few TKs and kids over the years but my collection diminished a couple of years ago.
I always intended to return and as I have never built a ROTJ it seemed the best place to start, I think I have a renewed passion for these as I got tired of the others and didn't fancy tackling another of the same again.
Big thanks to Mark as I am now awaiting my new CFO.
It will be a display item only and not sure how long it will take but looking forward to it.
All the best
Gra
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My wife made me get angry birds and I have the weather, COOL is not the word, how can I get the others, apart from sending my phone to your bro
Best wishes
Gra
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Hi mate,
I am amazed, superb,
I realise a TK/TD is hard to put together but I know this will push me to the max would you mind if I picked your brains for some help, my first is some dreads.
I posted on the help but after lots of views had no response.
Luukilcy I think I have ok making and painting skills, I really do need some direction though
Cheers mate
Gra
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Hi all,
I can't thank Smally enough for a great trade,
Always been a fan of Pred and now I have this lovely head.
I hope it will be the start of a full set up, NOT in place of SW by the way but more a new addition to a props room.
Looking to get some dreads now and then will add the quills.
Smally is the best to deal with and I love it, if any memebers are on Hunters please let me know as I am very very new to that direction of the hobby.
best wishes and thanks again mate
gra
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Hi all,
I'm now back, all my guys and girls got off safely.
Brize is a better place than I remember :-)
Still have a couple of hundred to move over next 3 months and will be doing my best for them when needed,
I also now have an iphone, my mates are taking the mickey as I am now modern, so I can always be around, why did I wait so long, contract played a big bit.
I can't put the thing down now so always ready for a hello.
Best wishes
Gra
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I think 3PO is actually, and dare I say it, the coolest SW costume there is.
However I am Darkside
and far too broad to fit into one, I love my baddies though, I think it is because a good 3po is very very rare.It does help be trooper size getting to the bar on a Fri night though, just wish I was wookie vader size like my mate
Me and my mate, it was a quick pic for a kids concert hence some missing bits, both my rigs but me TK, I'm 5'11( sorry for repeat pic buts its the only one I have of us)
Regards
Gra
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Apologies,
But I did compare as to how a VT looks next to other helmets and similarity, I thought the original question was about origin and lineage, and origin of maker and service provided.
I have deleted post anyways
Gra
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I am surprised the Sidi Driss pic has not been picked up over his right shoulder, below my wife pic, shucks holiday, but worth it to sit in Lukes humble abode :-)
I have travelled the world, it was shucks as I had some 19 year old telling me to sing, 'The wheels on the bus on every trip' grrrr
My wife only went as she knew how much i wanted to see it, I only went for that too, 10mins, but every min counted.
Was nice to see the sunset in the SaharaFelt strange to see a WALLS ice cream machine just outside where luke left 3PO though :-)
Salt plains are really beautiful
This is my normal face, I was squinting as it was so bright
but with my lovely Cath, the Salt Plains
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Thanks guys, as you know i collect far too much, but I hope to move house in a couple of years and as we hve no children ( married 20 yrs) we decided a 2 bed with a large garage would be better than our 3 bed now, which is not 3 bed really as I have a small box room and over doing that.
The garage will then be mine and I will convert it to an out house, I am collecting so I can have the true props room I have always wanted, and my wife is actually happy, as the house will then be SW tidy, ish :-)
I will go minimal then but quality, which I probably have, just need a bigger room.
best wishes
Gra
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Hi all
I took an old mannequin I have and have made my mock up guard.
The helmet will be a few weeks work and will be on the back burner until I get my TD ready and finish my other commitments.
In the mean time, he will be guarding my room, if I can fit him in
I wont be wearing him, it is just another display piece.
Best wishes to you all
Gra
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Hi all,
Back for a couple of days but all is well, been some long nights.
Best wishes
Gra
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I actually won this auction as Sheepyguy.
Needless to say I recieved the result I wanted and have been asked never to buy from him or bid on any item again.
I expressed my joy at winning a Fallano, he had no idea what it was as i suspected and tole me it was his own set.
He asked me to show 1 item that was not FX, I stated the helmet for a start, I used to own a Fallano hero.
I hope 1 buyer has been saved from being seen off.
I hope
best wishes
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Hi all,
Posted on MEPD also
I love to post on here nearly every day or at least look.
I am away from Sun onwards for maybe 3 weeks as I get my guys ready to go abroad.
I have posted all orders for tips and the radio and if not received yet you will very soon,I will be doing some more when I get back and have spoke to a couple of people, so if you want anything please PM me and I will be on to it and reply as soon as I can
I just wanted people to know in case you did not hear from me, I hope to have some computer access but I maybe restricted to Military only.
I didn't want you to think I had vanished
Best wishes and I am around until Sun.
Will say hi as soon as I get back.
Gra
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Many thanks and I do understand how we are what we are, and from a lot of grace from GL.
Can I ask, who is the highest we have that talks direct to GL.
I ask as I am RM, my boss is really UK PM but the Duke of Edinburgh is our top RM officer, I have met him, he knows what I do but not who I am.
Next down is CG,
Next down is 2 others, then we get to normal, biscuit, tea sir level, each answers to one up- at least. Very high level, general level/brigadier.
So what I am asking is who connects us with GL
Sorry if this is obvious and I am just interested, we talk, who talks?
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Hi all,
This is not intended to be the can of worms I hope it will not be.
All I am asking is does GL acknowledge us or does he just allow us?
I realise the 501 status we were allowed and the blind eye, also I think we are the most loyal and biggest fan base (MEPD incl)
I do not mind as my childhood dream is done and the friendships I have made is beyond anything GL could give me, I am just asking does he actually speak to us, or does he use us for PR.....
In my job, I do, but rarely get to speak to top people, they ask but only know me for my job.
Has anyone top level 501 ever had the chance to speak to GL and explain our direction, it seems we have a leader (but actually we are our own leaders )?????
This is not meant to be questioning us, I am just asking who is our top person in position and who decides.
Kindest regards
Gra
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That is the dogs b*******s mate.
I have my TM and I am like you, it has to have the best.
Mine is still mint in its box and when I build it it will be for display only and have all the little secret extras and the best I can get, at whatever price and how long.
I am lucky that I have another suit that is going TD and that is my fun suit.
What you have is my perfect addition, lucky and earnt it well.
Thanks for showing yet another bench mark to aim for
Great, great mate.
One day
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There is a sale on VT now.
Full armour is only £400, good prices
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Glad it worked ok mate, never had any doubts
best wishes
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Many thanks Lou.
Speak soon mate
gra
Stormtrooper in Episode VII
in TFA Stormtrooper
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This is a discussion forum, I put my opinions down politely and as stated are my opinion.
I don't expect everyone to agree, but equally I don't accept being told to deal with it.
Not sure what jedi helmet you are looking at that is a completely different shape :-o softer yes, but essentially the same ESB helmet, same as Vaders helmet changes from ANH to Jedi.