gmrhodes13

Hello and welcome to the forums. Return Edge - Lip normally found on moulded parts Strapping - general layout Arm strapping Hope those help BTW if you are an approved 501st member you can request higher access here https://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/16-501st-trooper-status-requests-include-link-to-your-501st-profile-in-your-request/?page=264&tab=comments#comment-636191

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Not all E-11's had them, many didn't have the counter either

Amazing work, well done all involved

Congratulations on your first troop, looking great

I also like to use mineral spirits before anything else, it’s a little more forgiving than other cleaners, but in the end what ever works for you

Coming along nicely, keep up the good work

Congratulations trooper and welcome to the centurion ranks

Nice work, just watch the closeure of you’re shins, can see the right leg is overlapped at the back. Also appears your helmet is sitting very high up, you may want to adjust your padding to bring it down a tad. Good luck with approval

Have some research material on hand and it will make the build a lot faster. Also check out the gallery section for specific helmet details. Good luck with the build.

http://i.imgur.com/1sVQJsi.gif http://i.imgur.com/1sVQJsi.gif In Memoriam Detachment Leader Executive Officer Deployment Officers Pre Approval Forum 3D Section Hall of Fame Fire Teams Just For Laughs Trooping Imperial Attaché Program EIB & Centurion: What do these terms mean? Advanced Tactics Awards EIB - The March To 1000 Merch Reform Merchandise Public Relations Follow FISD It is sad news that we report the loss of another legion member, Amanda Lilly, DZ-54559 of Garrison Corellia passed away on the 26th November. Amanda’s diverse costume service extended to the Rebel Legion's Freedom Base and Ghostbusters – West Virginia Division. In each community Amanda is remembered for sharing her exuberance and genuine joy. Through her study in clinical psychology she helped children better cope with Life and was eager to lend an ear to her fellows in need. Amanda is also known for her acceptance of others and support of diversity. Amanda is survived by costuming partner and Love of her Life, Kelller Lindsay. Our condolences go out to her family and friends. "Buckets Off" Seasons Greetings Troopers! Just in time for the holidays, merchandise runs are in progress again. We’ve concluded a new round of coins, FOTK racer shirts are in progress, and really soon patches will come again. As many who have been around FISD for a long time know, FISD’s culture is to focus on supporting troopers with their stormtrooper costuming, ensuring our CRLs are easy to read and use, and fostering an esprit de corp amongst our members. During the holiday season gift giving is common in many faiths and cultures. Gifts are meant to express love and appreciation for someone, but as anyone with kids knows it can become over-used when people start expecting a certain amount of items from their friends and relatives. Merchandise can be a fun way to share the joys of membership and build esprit de corp, but they are a small part of why a detachment exists. Too much of anything is never a good thing, and so we keep the amount of items we do small and purposeful vs. turning out items ceaselessly. It also ensures that we are ever mindful to spend the majority of time on our primary purpose - troopers helping troopers – instead of distractions. It’s kind of like eating right? Eating a little bit of dessert can make life enjoyable, too much will have negative consequences for your health. I wish you and yours a happy and joyful holiday season, and am grateful for all you do to help make FISD the best detachment in the Legion. With Unquestioned Loyalty Paul Hoeffer TK8020 “Daetrin” Detachment Leader Greetings Troopers My gosh, where has the year gone!! Together we have accomplished many things in 2018, it’s been quite a blur when you think about it. We’ve taken some large strides towards future proofing the Detachment and continue to grow in the right direction, so let’s re-cap on just a few FISD achievements. We started with a server move in the early part of the year leaving behind our outgrown platform, and moved over to the much larger and faster Legion servers. The move gave us better performance and support compared to where we were, sure we had some initial teething problems but for the most part it has been business as usual. Another assault on the CRL’s was undertaken, updating information, correcting inconsistencies and I’m sure you will agree, we are know in a very good position with wording and accuracy across our portfolio. Phasma CRL was revised and good improvements made on the EI and Centurion aspects plus the team are putting the finishing touches on the FN-2197 CRL. The team have all put in extra time to make these CRL’s the best they can be. Many members are involved in creating and fine tuning these CRL’s and there is no doubt the Detachment truly appreciates your time and effort. As always FISD likes to stay ahead of the curve and although we may have been a touch behind the ball with our Social Media previously, this year we really stepped it up. An SM policy was created, Admin staff levels across our SM outlets was increased, and we really started to use them as an extension of our forums and a conduit back to the boards where all the juicy information resides. Well done SM team. We saw staff changes throughout the year, mostly increases to staff in higher activity areas. The Deployment office program has been one such change with the addition of two deputies. This has allowed the Deployment office to move swiftly, actioning and approving EIB and Centurion applicants faster than ever before and maintaining the high standards we have all come to expect. Tony and Joseph head up the team, joined by Dan (CableGuy) and ShaSha (ShaShaChu) Now this brings with it another mile stone, our very first female Deployment Officer Deputy. Its been a long time since we saw a lady Staffer in the FISD and I personally think ShaSha was the perfect choice and will bring a fresh new perspective to the role. Congratulations Do’s, keep up the outstanding work. Merch has been a topic of hot debate not just at our Detachment but Legion wide, With the coming of new merch regulations we may well see new restrictions on the type and quantities of aloud to be approved. Watch this space. This year we have had several coin runs including First Order versions, patches, our OT TK Detachment shirt run and now the long awaited First Order Detachment race shirt run, just open over week ago. We are blessed to have design savvy members always willing to step up and bring together awesome ideas and great looking merch, so if you haven’t already, order your shirt today. Thanks Glen and Brien These are just some of the great things that have become part of FISD history this year but none of it would have been possible without the hard work, dedication and cohesiveness of the command team. We are guided by you the members, your ideas, your dreams and we are here to serve you in the best way we can. I would like to personally thank all those that have helped me learn new skills, offered advice when I needed it and guided me to understand the intricacies of driving FISD forward from the co pilot seat. It has been a fun and inspirational year. To everyone, I wish you all a safe and joyous holiday period surrounded by those who you love, have a happy New Year and we shall see you all for the January edition. With Unquestioned Loyalty Andrew Franke TK-11469 "Sly11" Executive Officer Hello fellow troopers, as we close out 2018 I'd personally like to thank each and every FISD member for making this a very memorable year. I'd also like to thank the Deployment Officer crew (including Sly11) for doing a fantastic job this year cranking out the EIB and Centurion approvals. In addition I like to welcome our first female DO officer, Sha Sha Chu, as well as thank the entire DO team Joseph, Daniel and Sha Sha for bringing a new level of enthusiasm that makes a sometimes daunting task, fun. As Andrew mentioned 2018 was full of changes, challenges and success stories. Through it all the FISD has become a stronger, more informative and more diverse family than ever before. As we continue into the holiday season I'd personally like to thank all the FISD staff for coming together as a team no, family diligently working through some rough times. I also want to thank Paul (Daetrin), Tim (Dark CMF) and Andrew (Sly11) for your leadership, the entire IT crew for your relentless pursuit of perfection with the old and new websites, the Attaches for your continued efforts raising the bar on build threads, and to the remainder of the FISD staff for your support. As we head into 2019 let's continue to strive for excellence while encouraging and helping one another to reach goals and fulfil dreams. As you troop with your garrisons and for the 501st legion remember you also represent the finest group of plastic spacemen in the world, the First Imperial Stormtrooper Detachment  Deployment Officers With Unquestioned Loyalty Tony Jobe TK-10116 "ukswrath" Deployment Officer With Unquestioned Loyalty Joseph Pedigo TK-10963 "justjoseph63" Deployment Officer Deputy Deployment Officers With Unquestioned Loyalty Dan Branton TK-142911 "CableGuy" Deputy Deployment Officer With Unquestioned Loyalty Sha Sha Chu TK-19233 "sashachu" Deputy Deployment The FISD is pleased to announce the addition of a new area in the Advanced Tactics forum dedicated to those ready to submit for basic 501st TK approval. This section will allow future Troopers the opportunity to submit photos of their completed build to be reviewed by the Staff, Imperial Attaches and others in preparation for forwarding it to their GML for approval. Any and all advice/suggestions given will be specific, constructive, helpful and respectful. Please note that this program will NOT take the place of your local GML, as Detachments are not chartered for costume approval and can not override a GMLs decision, but is instead a peer review program designed to help you look your best and offer guidance and positive feedback. You will have the opportunity to ask questions about your completed armor, weapons (if applicable), accessories, etc. and get accurate information from the experts here at the FISD.. the definitive home of TKs worldwide. For more information on this program, please visit the link here Don't forget to check out the new 3D section, and please contribute where you can, also see the link at the bottom for the new Contributor award details Contributor Awards Main forum title: 3D Parts and Technical Sub topics: 3D Printer owners Your place to discuss what printer/s you own, recommendations, tech talk and the like, It’s a place to learn something new 3D CAD Designers Home of talented 3D cad designers, show off your 3D renders, of FISD related costume parts and accessories. Offer help and advice on programs, or offer to commission a piece for a fellow member 3D File Depository A home for 3D file sharing, Troopers helping Troopers is what this section is all about; yes a single location to keep any 3D files offered up by our extremely generous membership. This will be a 501st member’s only section and rules will apply to any usage of the content. I will be looking for content to get these new sections started so If you are interested in helping drive these new forums, then please send me a PM and let’s get the threads and the filament flowing. 3D printer heads will understand that last comment Here is a link to the New FISD 3D Contributor program. With Unquestioned Loyalty Andrew Franke TK-11469 "Sly11" Executive Officer With the winter weather starting to roll in, a lot of us are putting in our transfer chits to Scarif. How better to spend the time waiting with my TK Boots propped up on a foot stool, coffee, and this month’s Field Exercise Reports - envious of those not having to wear their thermals under their armor. This month I would to welcome a Trooper who I joined the ranks with a couple of years back, developed one of the first TK audio apps, a fellow Attaché, and one of the many foundation posts that continues to support our great Detachment. Please join me in honouring - TK-10911 Chris Congratulations Trooper and welcome to the Stormtrooper Hall of Fame! With Unquestioned Loyalty Aaron Gibson TK99725 "Pyrates" Imperial Propaganda Greetings Troopers. I just wanted to touch on the Fire Team program for some of the newer members that may not be familiar with it. Here is the original posting describing the program: The Fire Team program is completely optional, and is intended to help form a common identity and spirit of camaraderie among 501st Legion stormtroopers in the same geographic area/garrison that troop together. Fire Teams are not officially recognized by the 501st Legion nor the FISD, although they will be able to access a Fire Team sub-forum on the detachment website. Because Fire Teams are unofficial groups, they cannot have any 501st or FISD markings, including 501st Legion, 501st, Legion logos, Vader's Fist etc. on their branding or logos. However, Teams will be allowed to use any unique markings at informal events provided they follow these guidelines. Guidelines No 501st or FISD markings. Period. Any active Legion member with a valid stormtrooper costume in the specified geographic area can join. The Team can create a name, logo, backstory, etc. for itself (names usually contain Fire Team, though this isn't required). A list of each Team (with their specific "Teams Name") with a current list their members will be kept in the Fire Team sub-forum on the Detachment website. A Team member must troop at least twice per year to maintain status as a member. Two or more Team members must troop together once per year to keep the group active. Merchandising Again, no 501st or FISD markings. Merchandising will only be limited by the imagination of the Fire Team. Any merchandising should be submitted to the detachment, or through proper Legion channels. A master list of all Fire Team merchandise (with photos) will be posted in the Fire Team sub-forum. If any of these guidelines are violated, the group will be disbanded. Here is a link to the Fire Team area: http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/forum/130-fire-team-area/ 501st membership is needed to view this area. This is a great program that is strictly just for fun and it also allows fellow TK's get to know each other better. I would love to help any Garrison/area get a Fire Team started, just let me know what I can do to help. With Unquestioned Loyalty Mark Ryner TK-4584 "captsafe66 " FISD/Fire Team Director Want Your Troop to be Included? Just a reminder if you would lie your troop added please post your troop report in the Field Training Exercises section here Those with troop logs please post a separate troop report as it is easier to link too. November - December Perth Zoo Members Only Christmas Night More here By: Glen, gmrhodes13, TK85421 St Petersburg Christmas Parade  More here By: Mike, WhiteWalker, TK82666 Star Wars A New Hope in Concert  More here By: Mike, WhiteWalker, TK82666 Armadale Christmas Parade More here By: Glen, gmrhodes13, TK85421 RAC Channel 7 Christmas Pageant 2018 More here By: Glen, gmrhodes13, TK85421 Wedding - Oakford More here By: Glen, gmrhodes13, TK85421 Special Children's Christmas Party More here By: Glen, gmrhodes13, TK85421 Serve proudly, ladies and gentlemen, and as Tim (Dark CMF) says: "Keep doing what it is that got you here"! Are you an approved TK that spends more time on the boards than the average Trooper? Do you enjoy using your knowledge to help out future and existing Troopers? If so, we would like to invite you to join the Imperial Attaché program! Members of the I.A. team are chosen to help out not only those here on the boards, but on a local level as well. Our aim is to have at least one in each and every Garrison, Squad and Outpost in the entire legion to be the eyes and ears of the FISD on a local level. A suggested level of EIB or above is preferred, as part of the duties include assisting those aiming for levels 2 and 3, but is not a requirement. Being active on the boards on a regular basis , welcoming new members and helping out where you can is, though. Some of the benefits: 1. Access to exclusive Attaché merch., including patches, etc. 2. Having the Imperial Attaché title under your name. 3. Being a part of the team that welcomes new and prospective members of the FISD. 4. Being the "go-to" person in your Garrison, Squad or Outpost. 5. Exclusive access to the Attaché HQ area, Imperial Propaganda Machine (newsletter) and merchandise discussions. We are currently in need of Attaches in many units, especially International Garrisons/Squads and Outposts. For more information on this program, please head here and if you should have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact me at any time. (Pretzel) For a complete list of Imperial Attaches, go here NEW ATTACHES! Please join me in welcoming our newest Imperial Attaches! 1. Matt @Bud Spaklur hails from New Jersey and NER garrison. An active Stormtrooper here on the FISD with over 800 posts. He makes sure to give great advice and welcome all newcomers. We look forward to his contributions. 2. D'Angelo @Dstep is a new and exciting member hailing from Vancouver, WA. He has already started greeting and encouraging troopers on their build threads. We can't wait to see his work continue. Serve proudly, Gentlemen, and as Tim (Dark CMF) says: "Keep doing what it is that got you here"! IMPERIAL ATTACHE AWARD Imperial Attaché Award for those attaché's who have gone above and beyond [minimum 1 year of service] This month we Salute! Brien (Harbinger) CCG Awarded November 2018 Brien has earned this award for his countless contributions for the FISD & Attache Program. Most merch that you have purchased, may have been designed by this trooper. His continued efforts on his graphic skills are something that should be celebrated and recognized. Today we salute you Brien! You can find a list of prior recipients here ATTACHE MERCHANDISE Attaché Patch NOW AVAILABLE For those of you on the Imperial Attaché staff, I am pleased to announce that the official I.A. patches will soon be available... again! Here are the details.. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY! Patches will be limited to TWO per person, and will only be sold to those who are current FISD Imperial Attaches. These patches have been graciously DONATED to the FISD, so all you will need to do is cover the cost of shipping and PP fees, which will be $1.00 each for those in the U.S. and P.R. and $1.50 each for those outside the U.S. What a deal! You can find the thread here Attaché Ambassador Fellow Attaches, THANK YOU for your continued service on the FISD boards. You have all done well on welcoming new members and providing build advice to members making the journey into the White Zone. With Unquestioned Loyalty Preston Christman TK-91488 "Pretzel" Attaché Ambassador So what exactly are EIB (Expert Infantry Badge) and Centurion levels? These programs were designed for those who choose to take their armor above and beyond the minimum requirements for basic 501st Legion approval. It gives you the chance to show a level of dedication and pride that takes your armor closer to being as "screen accurate" as possible, without as much extra work as you may realize! It also works on giving a better look to the Legion as an entity, and you can bet others will take notice of your hard work. The 501st has a list of detailed requirements for Basic approval, (level 1), EIB, (level 2) and Centurion, (level 3) which can be found here in the Costume Reference Library, (CRL) http://databank.501st.com/databank/Costuming:FISD_CRL Here are a few of the questions people may be wondering about: 1. "I am a (tall/short/heavy/thin) Trooper. Can I still apply? Of course! These programs are open and encouraged for all sizes of TKs, as long as the costume is correct and meets the guidelines. There are many specific build tutorials to every option, as well as a vast network of fellow TKs on the FISD to help you out and offer suggestions. 2. "How much extra will I have to pay for extra items"? The cost is actually quite reasonable, considering the few extra supplies you will need, which are listed in the requirements area. While it may run you a little more to implement these additions to your costume, they will go a long way to improving accuracy. All needed items can be found for sale on this thread: https://www.whitearmor.net/forum/forum/16-ongoing-sales-project-orders/ While blasters are not required for basic approval, for EIB and Centurion levels they are, and may need upgrades (also listed in the CRL). 3. "I haven't even got my kit yet, is it too early to start planning"? Actually, aiming for Centurion is easiest to do right out of the box. 4. "I have my basic TK approval, can I still get in these programs"? In a word... absolutely! 5. "Are there any "perks" to this extra work and cost"? Besides knowing that you have a great looking set of armor, the 501st and FISD believes you should be deservedly recognized for your achievement(s), and allows you to wear the appropriate embroidered "rocker" badge of rank (available for a very minimum cost) on your shirt, helmet bag, etc., as well as rank decals to put on your armor bin. You will also have access to select "challenge coin" runs, receive (free) a cool certificate for your new rank, and have your title posted below your name in your FISD signature. Plus, once you reach these levels, you will have the extra knowledge to help out those who are looking to apply as well. 6. "Is it hard to apply, and what happens then"? After basic approval, all you do is make sure your armor is up to the standards set forth in the CRL, post a thread with the required photos in the appropriate area (see below), and wait a bit for the D.O.s (Deployment Officers) to address it. (Hint: Studying other people's threads before you submit can be a GREAT help). These are also listed on the main page of the FISD site. While waiting for approval, you will get some comments from others who will offer suggestions and constructive advice to help you out. If you should need any changes, the DOs will let you know, so you can adjust accordingly. Don't be dismayed if you do need changes... it's all for your benefit! After you are approved for EIB, then you can submit for Centurion. EIB https://www.whitearmor.net/forum/forum/19-request-expert-infantryman-status/ Centurion https://www.whitearmor.net/forum/forum/72-request-centurion-status/ Just remember that the FISD is here to help you every step of the way with whatever other questions you may have, but if you can't seem to find what you are looking for in your research, just ask away here on the forums! With Unquestioned Loyalty Joseph Pedigo TK-10963 "justjoseph63" Deployment Officer This area lists all those who have gone above and beyond basic approval toward screen accuracy. FOR November-December the 1st Imperial Stormtrooper Detachment would like to congratulate: Expert Infantry Badge Award: Eric E. "Erice3339" TK 14056 EIB 868 Jaime G. Mendoza "darKcito" TK 29173 EIB 869 Darren Thorne "DT_FETT_TROOPER" TK 16473 EIB 870 Matt Growick "Bud Spaklur" TK 72715 EIB 871 Davin Aldridge "Battrooper" TK 41948 EIB 872 Wesley Gorman " theblueslime" TK 11937 EIB 873 Nizam Nain "xniamx" TK 32158 EIB 874 Eric Ripley " Scimitar" TK 17529 EIB 875 Chris "Ru4scuba" TK 11917 EIB 876 Rodney Hupalo "thehup" TK 21169 EIB 877 Daniel Melin "TheSwede" TK 99665 (Approved) 4th EIB Award! Congrats!! GREAT job on your approval, now on to Level 3! Request your free EIB certificate here Centurion Badge Award: G "G" TK 1 Centurion 418 Frederik Gajewski "Freduster" TK 19511 Centurion 418 Daphne Bloklamd "Athenall" TK 62317 Centurion 419 Matt Growick "Bud Spaklur" TK 72715 Centurion 420 D'Angelo Stepanoff "DStep" TK 42050 Centurion 421 Outstanding job on reaching Centurion, Troopers! Request your free Centurion certificate here If you see any of these Troopers around your Garrison or Squad, be sure to congratulate them! As many of you are aware, the FISD is currently in our March to 1000 program. Our goal is to reach the one thousand mark of Troopers who have earned their Expert Infantry Badge, and although we are well on our way to this goal and have just reached the 875 mark! The amount of approved submissions is increasing (over 80 this year alone) thanks to the dedication of those willing to go the "extra mile" toward screen accuracy. Here is a brief description of EIB as written by Paul (Daetrin), our founder: "Expert Infantryman status is not required for members of this detachment. It should be viewed as an optional set of requirements for those who wish to take the accuracy of their costumes to the next level, and be recognized accordingly. We're a costuming club - think of it as an award for costuming excellence and you get the picture. The requirements will not replace or supersede 501st standards, but only serve as an inspiration for the level of accuracy that can be achieved. The standards are meant to be high but achievable..." Besides the added pride you will have in your armor, those reaching this level can purchase exclusive EIB gear (patches, decals, coins etc.) and get a free certificate for your accomplishment. If you are interested or would like more information about the program head here that will help. You can also contact myself "Pretzel" or any Imperial Attaché, and we will be more than happy to assist you! FISD FIRST ORDER RACING SHIRTS ARE HERE! You have until midnight on the 31st December to order. Please make sure you read ALL of the info in the thread, there is a lot but it is important so don't skip the fine details. Big thanks to Chris "Berbs42" TK6427 for heading this run. You can find the order thread here Interest Thread - Award Badges Matt "Bud Spaklur" has posted an interest thread for award badges, at present these cover Centurion, Expert Infantryman, FISD Achievement and Attache. If you are interested in any of these you can find the thread here The pins would be of the following: Expert Infantry: Centurion: FISD Achievement Award: Imperial Attaché: Newsletter Hoping to see some great holiday troop photos, please send the in to any of our PRO team, they will gladly share them. Wishing everyone a safe and Merry Christmas and a Happy and prosperous New Year. With Unquestioned Loyalty Glen "Q" Rhodes TK85421 "gmrhodes13" PRO - Newsletter Facebook & Twitter With Unquestioned Loyalty Daniel Lauber TK55550 - "Ripper_L" PRO - Facebook Page Instagram We have surpassed over 2k Followers on our account! Feel free to message the official @fisd501st Instagram account to be featured! Please provide your TK# and Garrison you represent! With Unquestioned Loyalty Preston Christman TK-91488 "Pretzel" PRO - Instagram FISD Facebook Group With Unquestioned Loyalty Marcus Dohring TK-14057 “JODOKAST” PRO - Facebook Group Don't Forget We're on Facebook and Twitter! Facebook: www.facebook.com/whitearmor If you're on FB, stop by and say hi, ask questions, and share stories! NEW Facebook Group: 1st Imperial Stormtrooper Detachment (FISD) Official If you're on FB, stop by and say hi, ask questions, and share stories! Twitter: www.twitter.com/FISD501st or @FISD501st follow FISD on Twitter! Instagram: www.instagram.com/fisd501st On behalf of the 1st Imperial Stormtrooper Detachment Command Staff and the Imperial Propaganda Department

Congratulations trooper

Congratulations once again

Great news looking forward to the unboxing photos

Use he link to Jolly Roger Forum i posted above, you’ll need to research there

182 Perth Zoo Members Only Christmas Night

EVENT: Perth Zoo Members Only Christmas Night LOCATION: Perth Zoo DATE: 8/12/2018 TIME: 16:30-20:00 LANDSCAPE/WEATHER: Outdoors/Fine TROOPERS: TK85421 - Q - gmrhodes13 ID36367 - Luke - Gyurizon TK59226 - Jerry - jezzapm TD/TK98311 - Peter - Flocky plus 3 younglings ID21422 - Jared - stepchild24 TD84000 - Kevin - DARTH TROOPER TK47140 - Jason - tantaris WRANGLERS: Liz Marie Kate GA CDZ 4276 Rachel CDZ 4277 Sarah CDZ 4167 Luke REPORT: The imperial presence began the evening patrolling the queues outside the zoo. We kept our eyes out for rebel spies, and entertained many of the families who were waiting just as any good imperial would. As the queues powered forward, we made our way into the zoo ourselves. Mon Mothma, Rey, and two officers met on the main lawn, and made their way through the Rainforest, granting some good photo opportunities to those who were exploring the area and then circled around through the African Savannah where we got distracted by some meerkats briefly, and passed some fellow troopers heading in the opposite direction of our circuit. Once we finished our circuits we took a hydration break before heading back out for the remaining time. We circled around the main lawn, and congregated by the dance floor until the sun had set too far and we marched back to base. Many loyal imperial citizens enjoyed their photographs with the troops of the empire and our Christmassy costume alterations, making for a very enjoyable evening for both the zoo members, and us troopers! CHARITY: N/A INJURIES: N/A? ARMOR REPAIRS: I vaguely remember a sandtrooper mentioning they damaged their butt plate HAPPY PEOPLE: Many happy, excited and pleased zoo members! UNHAPPY PEOPLE: I'm sure there were a few frightened younglings, but nothing more. MISSION STATUS: Complete. REPORT BY: Gyurizon - Luke - IC 36367

181 Armadale Christmas Parade

EVENT: Armadale Christmas Parade 2018 LOCATION: Armadale DATE: 7 December 2018 TIME: 1615-1930 LANDSCAPE/WEATHER: Outdoors/Cool TROOPERS: TK671 - Mark - TK671 TK59226 - Jerry - jezzapm TK85421 - Q - gmrhodes13 TD86557 - Jason -Volksjager WRANGLERS: Marie Liz RL: Bree REPORT: Ewoks. Imperial intelligence had a lot to answer for after the debacle on the forest moon. Slaughter was no longer in the mission statement... those screen junkies learnt their lesson. Suitably briefed, available elements of the garrison deployed vicinity Armadale in the Bogan sector of feature 6112, zone K, to kit up and commence a harassing patrol in search of foreign gorilla caches and to mark high priority targets. Four troopers, ably supported by a clean skin and de-armoured force commander, assisted by a counter-insurgency laser sword weilding biped humanoid, moved forward to the staging area swarming with sympathetic locals. Close liaison with the highest ranking control point coordinator revealed a further hold in place for 20 mikes as all neighbouring elements of the fighting force were busily mounting their shackles and engaging in productive mission rehearsal. A test fire was suggested by 671 but quickly dismissed considering the immediate situation's range restrictions and the team's wealth of operational experience. Porgs. Nope... just sentient younglings going about their business... 85421, weapons hold brother... you'll get your chance. One topic of conversation involved BT-16, that it indeed was new however none of the troopers present had ever heard about it. 59226 tried a new belt arrangement however this proved fruitless so standard rig was rapidly reinstated in quick succession. A short time later, lead elements of the convoy stepped off and so the small band of keen troopers slowly made their way down, over and through the pre-determined patrol route, carefully pausing at designated choke points so as not to arouse the likes of a wayward womp rat cowering in it's filthy nest. AT-ST's. Force multipliers... however they were providing overwatch on feature 6122, postured secretly the previous evening and ready to provide fire support if the convoy ran into a superior force. It soon was realised this early evening patrol, enhanced by a wide variety of regional groups eager to engage with the local inhabitants, were equally effective in stemming the flow of reactionaries. Wookies. No... not seen in this corner of this rim planet for at least several cycles. The close proximity and narrow section of the patrol route limited the exposure of the force to those wild and unpredictable beasts, just another reason for their enslavement. Air support, in the form of four gunships held on station high above the vast gathering was reassuring to all elements. TIE Bombers were held in reserve in the capital ships. Although short, a vast amount of crucial intel was gathered about the local population on the march and it definitely proved on the high side of good. In fact, by patrol's end, branching off to a secluded yet crowded area of the 6112 feature, a grassed area provided further interaction with a range of interesting and unique individuals. Holopics were exchanged further boosting interdependent operations with neighbouring clans. Dianogas. Scarce, however one positive ID proved to be dismissed as a smuge on the right lens of 86557's lid. Extra show parades should rectify the issue. After effectively resolving interdiction and patternation of hostilities in the immediate zone, the small Imperial patrol moved on in order to down tools and confirm that silent shrinkage wasn't an option. Backbrief to the commander executed, each member was awarded an extra leave credit and departed under cover of darkness into the twilight safe and devoted to troop on in subsequent missions, for some the very next day. Harassing, no... fighting patrol, hardly... but a charged hearts and minds campaign which surprisingly achieved celebratory understanding of the centre of gravity shared between all parties involved which will prove beneficial in the Empire's current mandate within the foreseeable galactic calendar. De-classified holopics to follow... wait out. CHARITY: Nil INJURIES: Nothing to report at this stage ARMOUR REPAIRS: Nil HAPPY PEOPLE: All of the people that attended UNHAPPY PEOPLE: Nil MISSION STATUS: Complete REPORT BY: TK671 Note: The mobile shrubbery in this mission capture was detained, questioned and later released, although it was particularly annoying

Nice work, you may want to bring your forearms down a little, seeing a lot of glove.

Congratulations and welcome to the ranks trooper

I know what medical problems are like, feel your pain, hope all is going well now. No rush with the build, get to it when you can, you may have missed a few others builds but there’s always members ready comment and lend a hand if needed. Hope to see some photos soon.

Would make sense since one appears in Star Wars Resistance.

These are pan heads, they have the curved sides, required for L2  Drill holes a little way in housing, cut D ring to same depth of the holes, open D ring with pliers enough so you can fit in both ends, then bend straight so it’s now held in place. This thread should help https://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/26946-hand-forged-d-rings-for-an-e-11-possibly/ Or this https://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/20592-d-ring-onto-hyperfirm/

Actually it depends what silicone hand guards they are, I have had 3 from different vendors and each one needed a different glue, I've used E6000, superglue and Sikaflex silicon. So try on a small section before fully gluing.