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FISD is love <3 Happy Holidays!Oddly enough, within the last 24 hours, someone on Facebook (someone here, actually) said "Where is the love?" and my response was "Love is shiny and white!" LoL
Thank you everyone that has donated so far!
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Additionally, all of that code stuff leads me to believe that you're posting in Safari in an Apple product. I feel you go to the top of the browser page before you post, and you hold your finger on the "refresh" symbol (the 3/4 circle with the arrow point on one end), a pop up will appear that says "Request Full Desktop Site." If you select that option, you won't wind up with all of those code characters in your posts.
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Also, on a related note, if you are an XBL gamer and you happen to have a subscription to EA Access ($5/month or $30 annually) Star Wars Battlefront will be joining the list of vault games on December 13th. If you aren't a subscriber, that means that if you pay the subscription fee, you will have over twenty five free games at your disposal so long as you are a member, and one of those games is about to be this one.
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Donation made, of course.
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I'm with both of you...
This armor is NOT OT TK armor.Current kits will need to be modified and accepted for the time being, unless kits start popping up and then we'll eventually see proper CRL annotations and models in use.
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Fans, Friends, Users of the FISD! (If you're reading this, that's you - just to be clear)
As you know, we have a website. I hope that you realize that the website is not magical. I know that sometimes it seems that way but I promise you that it isn't. That's another fandom that has magical websites. I think. Anyway... The forums aren't magic, and that means that someone works to make them happen. Someone works to make them happen, and that means that they cost money to host and to a certain degree to maintain.
Each year, we make a request for donations to keep the site up and running, and each year you blow our minds with your support and generosity.
Well, this post is our annual request.
If you'd like to donate to keep the FISD running as it has, please make your PayPal contributions using the Friends and Family option to: powrfwd37@aol.com
This will ensure that the Detachment website and forums are here for you to continue doing what you do, and to continue to foster the sense of community among our globally deployed Stormtroopers.
One Change For This Year...
Our original hosting agreement expired with last year's contribution drive, so the cost has gone up a good deal. As a result, there will be a far greater opportunity for more of you to contribute.
Thank you, for your continuing support of the FISD, and the work that we do here.
Carry On, Stormtroopers, Fans, Friends, and Users of the FISD!
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Yeah Andrea... I see clearly in the screen shot that you're not seeing one, but we all do see yours, and I see everyone else's here in this thread and others.
Has this cleared itself up for you yet?
EDIT: Should be good... Somehow, your settings were off, and now they shouldn't be.
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Thanks Tim. I'll pass anyone that's having a problem your way. <br><br>
Just for the record I never said there was an army against me? I also never mentioned your name or said that you told me that I had to join. It was not you. <br><br>
Cheers.
Thank you Mark.
As the guy sitting in the DL seat though, I hope that you can see how a lot of people might take that statement to mean me.
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Additional point, there isn't any allowance of the use of a particular weapon vs another, as weapons are not a requirement for approval by the Legion.
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It isn't really my style to air dirty laundry, but since it is out here on the floor, I'll help Eric since he started picking it up.
First thing first - I agree with everything that Eric has said above. There isn't an army of anyone against anything.
Second, the rivet question was brought to the Detachment Staff on behalf of one of your customers due to an EIB approval issue, discussion has been ongoing. The discussion was last left with me personally saying that I am not opposed to changing the CRL to include the rivets at higher levels - however - I don't do that unilaterally. There is a Detachment process that must be followed for it to happen. I also personally said that when (not necessarily if) clear screen-grabs are presented which definitively show that there are rivets on the bridges of the majority of the TKs (not promo shots, not tour suits, not hot toys statues, or crayon drawings on the refrigerator) I will present the proposal (assuming that they are presented while I am the DL) to the Detachment for discussion on making the change, followed by the Detachment vote. To this date, those pictures have not been brought to me, or any other member of the staff involved in the discussion, that I have been made aware of.
Clearly, based on activity within the Detachment already this year, we are not afraid to change the CRLs, as there have been changes made to them. The notion of being afraid to change the CRL is absurd. It is a standard which we as a Detachment control. What is there to be afraid of? Being hated? Being wrong? Most importantly, since we are the 501st Legion who do set our own approval standards at the end of the day it is impossible for us to be wrong. We can become more hated, but where our CRLs are involved, we cannot by definition be wrong. This doesn't mean that they cannot or will not be "improved".
There is an on-going set of discussion threads in the Staff section for CRL review for incorrect photos and poorly worded things like the AM shin note in the ROTJ CRL to be addressed. None of the changes that occur as a result of that action will change the standards. They will hopefully clear the mud a bit and make things more easily understood by the masses - to include the GMLs who are by and large the biggest stumbling block to the questions being raised in your post above.
Holster - ROTJ, Optional, and by and large non-existent in the movie. Shouldn't be an issue, but if it is, once again I'll refer to the GMLs. If a GML comes to me and asks me if they should approve a ROTJ TK without a holster, my answer will be: Yes, read the CRL.Thermal Detonator... There are more pictures of ROTJ TKs with them in this thread than without them. ROTJs very own Mr. NoStripes... (My opinion) If a GML comes to me and asks if they should approve a ROTJ TK without a detonator, my answer will be: No, read the CRL.
Overlap (GMLs) should not be an issue based on the way that the CRLs are written. If a GML comes to me and asks me if they should approve a ROTJ TK who has their overlap construction going outer over inner vs inner over outer, my answer will be: Yes, read the CRL.
Speaking solely for me. I can unquestionably state that I have never told you or anyone that in order for you to be heard, that you must join the 501st. On the contrary, you are recognized as one of - if not the - leading knowledge guys on the planet where this armor is concerned. Your opinion is meaningful without question, but at the end of the day, we are not a prop-replication club, and simply seeing something on screen does not mean that it belongs in our CRLs. There are countless instances of missing detonators, no stripes, no drop boxes, no holsters, extra drop boxes, taped parts, missing parts, etc seen on screen in the OT. Because of what we do, and how and why we do it, we seek the happy balance between seen on-screen and uniform appearance with an emphasis on a uniform appearance.
I'm happy to answer any questions, and I'm simply waiting for the clear screen captures to begin the process of proposing the change to the CRL to allow for rivets at level 2 and 3 - which GMLs have absolutely nothing at all to do with. Those are done here at FISD, and here alone.Hopefully this will help you to understand things more clearly. In the future, if a customer tells you that their GML is giving them grief about approval, direct them to the FISD Detachment Leader and/or the LMO. GML education is something that we currently enjoy doing, and we're good at it too.
Thank you.
Tim
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Looking good, Jim! I managed to miss the start of your thread, but I'm following it now. Feel free to check my build thread out, it's linked below in my signature. Had I seen your question before you found the answer, I'd have told you that your kit is fine for butt join construction.
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I'd have to ask for the number, and given the knowledge that our hosting costs just skyrocketed, I'd expect it to be pretty substantial but I can ask easily. No telling how much space we'd actually need to do it, but we already use the overwhelming majority of the shared sites' bandwidth in the hosting plan.
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Thank you for sharing Robert. This is so bittersweet... great turnout with some fantastic costumes, for a truly great but heartbreaking cause.
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Greetings Emilio! Welcome to the FISD (and Star Garrison
) be sure to do your research here, and if you're stuck, don't hesitate to ask questions. We'll be sure to get you the assistance that you need, and have you all white and shiny in no time! -
Not a solution, as I cannot "Fix Photobucket" I discovered just about two days ago when I encountered the same "login loop" there, that if I create an album, and open it I am able to upload photos directly into an album.
That might help as a work-around in the meantime. Hopefully, they get their stuff together soon.
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It is obvious that each of you has twice the thirst for Detachment news and knowledge that the average member has!
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In Memoriam
From the DL
Around the Detachment
Notable TroopsMemoirs of a Stormtrooper
Just For Fun
Advanced Tactics Awards
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Thomas J. "TJ" McIntire III TK/SL 11246
Born: April 11, 1979
Passed at 12:06 AM on November 18, 2016.
"TJ was an amazing man, a loving husband and father, and a true friend. He knew his best friend and wife Kristen for over twenty one years they were married for twelve. TJ had two wonderful sons Liam and Owen, who also shared his love of Star Wars. They would often be seen at events in their little Stormtrooper’s costumes.
His charm, wit and sincerity influenced many people. He forgot more about the original trilogy Stormtroopers than most people will ever learn. TJ helped at minimum eight other members get their Stormtroopers built and submitted to the 501st Legion. I believe that not one of them got differed for changes and were accepted on the first try. Part of TJ’s weekly routine was to go to the Snoot Studio (Mark Santucci’s house) every Tuesday night to help build costumes. TJ helped in some way almost every member in Western Pennsylvania with their costumes. TJ would selflessly sit down with our cadets at events to give them pointers on how to do their builds. TJ never wanted the spotlight, but after a couple of years the Garrison Carida Command took notice. He was asked and accepted a position as an Advisor for our Imperial Academy.
When it came to events TJ was all about working together to have fun and make a difference. TJ’s TK was a clown in white armor. He would even get down on his knee if that is what it took to be able to bring a smile to a child’s face. TJ was blessed with several opportunities including doing Weird Al Yankovic concerts, and Pittsburgh Pirates Star Wars Night, he always took time to reflect on the opportunity he was given. It was the charity events that we do that he loved the most. During our library events we have the kids do a Wookie howl competition. TJ as a Stormtrooper would step up to volunteer, without a microphone he would be loud enough to echo through the library. Often times TJ was the first one ready to go and the last one to suit down.
This past summer TJ got his Darth Vader approved and his first troop was doing a three and a half mile 4th of July parade. We were instructed that we could not stop along the route. Keeping that in the back of his mind he powered through the hills of Pittsburgh. But again doing it as only TJ could he saw a WW II Navy Veteran, he made a point to go over to talk to him and yes the parade did come to a halt for that moment.
Word can not describe how caring, creative and passionate of a person TJ was. He would be the guy to lend a hand for all of the grunt work setting up or tearing down from a convention. TJ would be the guy sitting in a changing room helping someone if part of a costume failed.
TJ knew how to have fun. After large troops he would sip on his aged Scotch and be fancy. If you would have a drink with him he would give you a monocle to be fancy as well.
You will be missed TJ
Buckets off to one of the bad guys who did good things."
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A Fundraiser has been started on his behalf to help his family. Patches, Stickers and Bracelets are being made to anyone who donates. Please visit this link for details.
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Greetings From the Dark Side, Stormtrooper Aficionados!
As November closes out, and December brings with it whispers of Christmas, I cannot help but reflect on our recent American Thanksgiving holiday. Traditionally, we look at our lives and reflect on the things that we are thankful for, and very near the top of my list is the FISD.
As a result of my affiliation with this Detachment Forum for going on four years now, I have met a great many of you - quite a few in person even - and I expect that in time I will meet a great many more.By and large, the membership of the FISD is one filled with people from all parts of this globe; people from all different backgrounds; people from all walks of life; people with different lifestyles; people who, outside of a slightly unusual love of shiny white plastic may not have much in common with each other at all. Somehow though, no matter what is happening around each of us as individuals, we are able to put on blinders to our differences and truly focus on the common passion that binds all of us together. That is a beautiful thing. It really is, and I am indeed truly thankful for each of you and what you add to the lives of our other members here at the Detachment.
In times of need, someone here always steps up to help and for what it's worth, I think that that is one of the highest compliments that someone can pay to their fellow human beings. You're all remarkable in your own rights, and I am thankful for that without question.
Rogue One
Since tickets recently went on sale, I am sure that we all have our plans nearly solidified to see (or in some cases, not see) Rogue One. Regardless of your thoughts about another prequel, it is still just an exciting time to be a fan of Star Wars, as the Star Wars universe is alive and well and Rogue One will most certainly leave its mark on the legacy of the saga.
We are only a few days away from the premiere right now, and by the time that we publish the next edition of the FISD Newsletter, I am confident that this forum will be all a-flutter with discussion about the movie.
Everyone be safe, and have a good time. Share good times with good friends - like the people I mentioned above. We're all in this together!
What Lies Ahead..
This month, just as in every other, the Newsletter Team has put in some diligent efforts to bring you another fun ride. I hope that you'll all take the time to read through all of it, and if a particular piece strikes a chord with you, be sure to post a comment and let us know about it!As always, if you feel like you'd like to be a bigger part of the goings-on here at FISD, reach out to any of the Staff members, or Attaches, and let someone know that you're interested in doing so. We're always looking for members who want to do more. Believe me, we'll find a way to effectively channel your energy and desire. We're happy to have your help.
Once again, our Advanced Tactics numbers have continued to expand. Unofficially, I believe we are on track for our best year ever in this regard within the Detachment. That is fully a reflection of the commitment of our members to building the best looking costumes that the world and the Legion will ever see. Thank you all for your desire to raise the bar, and look your best. I am a firm believer that we are entrusted with this gift - the ability to rock our Star Wars costumes with the blessings of Lucasfilm - because of the respect that we have always shown for the brand, as a community. I also believe that we owe it to the fans, to look our very best whenever we do it, and that's a big responsibility that we assume.
I know that each of you is up to the task, and I'm thankful for that!
Enjoy your newlsetter, everyone!
With Unquestioned Loyalty,
Tim WaychoffTK-51878 "Dark CMF"
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COMPETITION WINNERS!
We have a competition winner! Below is the winning entry for the Trooper Log competition, submitted by Markus:
The Imperial Security Bureau (ISB) has suspected a leak in confidential information. An Imperial communications facility in Dandoran has since gone dark as the next expected routine report is a couple weeks overdue. Concerned for the integrity of the facility, the ISB has sent Agent Rhene to investigate and to ensure that the facility had not been destroyed, or worse... Compromised! Agent Rhene, escorted by the FISD's finest, a division of Elite Stormtroopers who are always by her side, no matter how dangerous her missions were. The testament of their loyalty is such that they never failed her and she in turn never fails her mission.
The base, being one of the key communications outpost in the Outer Rim, is heavily guarded by a garrison of Stormtroopers led by Overseer Tritan. Tritan, a shady figure known to have had a past in information brokering, has always had the ISB on edge. Regardless of his past motives, he has always had a knack at obtaining information that the Empire has valued, thus a tense and fragile alliance existed between the ISB and Tritan. However, with the lack of communications by the Dandoran Facility, the ISB fears that the allure of wealth may have caused Tritan to go back to his old habits.
Agent Rhene's arrival at the base was not greeted nor were there any notions of acknowledgements made despite her several attempts to request permission to land on one of the landing platforms. The base seemed to be devoid of staff or Stormtroopers making their rounds. Rhene signaled to her troops to stand ready as she instructed the shuttle to land at the closest platform to the Command Center. She figured that the security feeds from the Command Center will be an adequate start to providing any evidence to begin solving this mystery.
Crossing a hall on they way to the command center the doors behind them suddenly close shut. An upon a railing above Rhene, stood Overseer Tritan and his garrison of Stormtroopers with their blasters trained on her and her men.
"Pity how they should send one of their most promising agents. Unlucky as you are Agent Rhene, as this is the end for you."Tritan then gestured to his Stormtroopers,
"Kill them all."
As Tritan's Stormtroopers prepared to fire, an explosion rocked the base, sending bits of metal and debris across the hall as it tore open a large gaping hole by the wall. Smoke fills the hall as Rhene and her men dived for cover, while Tritan was momentarily distracted and could be heard yelling at his Stormtroopers. Before the dust even clears, blaster shots ringed across the hall as Rebel Commandos flowed in through the hole. Rhene deduced that the Rebels must have taken the lack of communication by the Facility as an invitation to storm the place and steal vital Imperial Information. Thus, Rhene and her team now stand in a crossfire between Rebels and traitors of the Empire.
* the contestant now continues on the story belowRhene considered a strategy feverishly together with Captain Wordo, the commander of their Stormtrooper division. After a moment Wordo said: "We ally with those rebels." Agent Rhene, looking at him with big eyes, was stunned. Was she surrounded by traitors? But then she realized... it would be better first to obliterate the traitors and afterwards to apprehend the probably not as well-trained rebels than vice versa. In this way they might get even information of the arrested rebels about their base which would be obviously situated nearby. That would certainly bring her and her Stormtroopers an honor by Lord Vader. At that thought a brief smile flashed on her lips.
Rhene approvingly nodded to Captain Wordo who then gave hand signals to his men so they would know what to do. Shortly afterwards, the Stormtrooper from their coverage opened the fire on Tritan and his men.
Aigo Tel, the leader of the small rebel group, did not realize who he had to thank for the new support. He supposed that some of his men had advanced into the base and put from their new position the Stormtrooper under fire. So, the blaster fire of the rebels only turned against the traitors.
The traitors who now had to fight against two sides lost more and more people in the gun battle. "Damn, kill them, kill them ALL", roared Tritan more and more desperate. Red blaster bolts flashed wildly through the smokefilled hall.
Finally Tritan tried to steal away cowardly. But Captain Wordo recognized the situation and ran with some of his men bravely in a crouched stance to the end of the hall, where the traitors had entrenched. The Elite Stormtrooper disarmed the remaining traitors curtly, while Captain Wordo followed the renegade leader.
The rebels had surprisingly, inserted a ceasefire when suddenly the Stormtrooper ran from the supposed secure side through the hall. Too late, Aigo Tel saw, that something strange was going on. Before he or one of the other rebels could open the fire again, Rhene's men have captured them.
Agent Rhene said: "Sergeant Angor, ask for reinforcement and keep an eye on this scum" She threw to both - the rebels and the surviving traitors - a contemptuous look. "Ma'am, yes, Ma'am", replied Angor. Rhene nodded and then ran into the direction, in which Tritan and Wordo disappeared a few moments ago.
Captain Wordo followed Tritan through several corridors, until he came to a large, dark hall. Suddenly he heard footsteps behind him ... he spun around ... and looked into the face of Agent Rhene. "Surprise", she whispered and smiled briefly before her eyes became serious again: "Where is Tritan?" Wordo answered: "I followed him up here.” Carefully, both advanced further into the darkness of the hall.
As they were about in the middle of the hall, a red lightsaber flashed on just before them... a short chop and a headless Overseer Tritan fell at their feet ... Lord Vader and the reinforcement were already there.In Addition to the IPM's Trooper Log Contest, the Attaches Hosted a Photo Contest
This was a fun contest, that was over very quickly, so if you happened to blink, you might have missed it.
The contest required Troopers to submit two very specific photos of themselves in armor, in public, in the same response, and TK-10488 of the Alabama Garrison (Gotta love the Empire Strikes Bama!) was quick to get photos taken and submitted to claim a very excellent prize!
You can see the contest details and winning entry here: Imperial Jacket ContestWith Unquestioned Loyalty,
Evan Loh
TK-24127 "Holnave"
FISD Public Relations OfficerNew Armor Option Officially Hits The Market
Recently, ANOVOS published notification of the full public release of their First Order Stormtrooper kits for sale. The period of introductory pricing, has expired, and the kits are now available for preorder with a shipping time frame of the 3rd Quarter of 2017.
You can find the sales information here: ANOVOS First Order Stormtrooper Kit
Discussion about the kit has been ongoing here at the FISD for some time and at last, you'll be able to make a decision about whether the kit is right for you and your budget. Here is a where a lot of the discussion is happening: ANOVOS TFA Preorder Q and A.
With Unquestioned Loyalty,
Tim Waychoff
TK-51878 "Dark CMF"
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Post your troop report in the Field Training Exercises section here http://www.whitearmo...ning-exercises/.
Those with troop logs please post a separate troop report as it is easier to link too.
Boo at the Zoo
More here: http://www.whitearmo...boo-at-the-zoo/
By: Glen, gmrhodes13, TK85421
RBC Bank Race for The Kids 16th Oct 2016
More here: http://www.whitearmo...-16th-oct-2016/
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New York Comic Con
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Telethon Kids Carnival
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Candlelighter's Camp CLIFF troop
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By: Jack, SkulShurtugalTCG , TK69004
AsiaPOP Comicon Manila 2016
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By: Mark, themacalu, TK43210
Bricktober
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By: Glen, gmrhodes13, TK85421
First Imperial March - Make a Wish Foundation
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By: Preston, Pretzel, TK91488
With Unquestioned Loyalty,
Glen "Q" Rhodes
TK-85421 "gmrhodes13"
Imperial Propaganda Department
This month's memoir comes from Stephanie Cutler from the Georgia Garrison:
A long time ago, in a Garrison far, far away…
There lived a girl who loved all things Star Wars. Though she did not know she was surrounded by others like her, she knew that what her father had fostered in her upbringing was something special. As a child, the endless pencils inserted into the wheels of the cassettes that refused to rewind, the family weekends re-watching the trilogy, taping and timing the commercials so it wouldn’t interrupt the recordings beyond a flinch in the action, and the homemade trivia games hosted around a Saturday evening meal where her father reigned as the King of All Things Star Wars made her believe. When his body failed him, she took that love and remembered him.Fifteen years later, the same girl would see a preview for a movie and decide that she wanted to be a part of that world again. So she dressed up as a dirty Rebel, contacted a Rebel Legion Base Commander, and arrived at a parade for Children’s Hospital of Atlanta. She pulled up and parked, hesitantly at first, and as she passed rows upon rows of decorated cars, she faltered.
“What am I doing?”, she asked herself.
As she got out, a man drove up next to her. He got out, smiled, and asked her if she needed help. He introduced himself. They spoke at length, discovering that they were indeed neighbors, living only a few miles from each other. Small world. He spent the rest of his troop encouraging her and introducing her to everyone in the 501st Legion and the Rebel Legion that had come together to troop the cause. As she walked with them all together, she was reminded of her childhood, of her father’s words, and his encouragement to be whoever she wanted to be. The white armor was beautiful; it was uniting and ambivalent, but also anonymous and empowering. There was only one road for her, so she decided to build it. Everyone she met was inviting and welcome, and she knew she was home. She was in white armor within the month by the graciousness of her Garrison, her Detachment, armor parties, late night messages, and her newfound friends.
Ten months later and many troops in-between, she woke up before dawn for the Paint Gwinnett Pink Breast Cancer Walk. Her mother had been diagnosed with breast cancer three years earlier; her father had died of brain cancer 15 years ago. She wasn’t ready, even though the years had dulled her memory. She snapped the line 24’s, attached the industrial Velcro, and pulled on the mask. She slipped among the crowds posing for pictures, letting little girls try on her helmet, and snapping selfies with teenage girls. She was doing something good. She was living her nerd dreams; dressing up as a Stormtrooper and becoming the anonymous force behind the helmet and being a positive influence in the lives of people who just needed to take a picture with a strong woman who beat all the odds. #badguysdoinggood
And just as she turned to leave, she realized why she was here. She didn’t have a favorite troop. *I* didn’t have a favorite troop, but they were all the culmination of something special. They were all my favorite opportunities to honor the people who had placed the love of Star Wars in me, those who have shaped my morals, and the friends I had made along the way. We are Legion. We are White Armor. We are unique, we are together, and we create those memories and safe spaces in time that allow us to honor those rare moments. As I watched the runners leave the starting line I realized that somewhere out there in that crowd was a girl whose father has left her too early, and that all she needed to see was an older version of herself who would honor him and carry on with the things they used to do together. It wouldn’t be apparent to her now and it wouldn’t be obvious, but it was the least the girl trooper at the starting line could do for her. She was me. I am her.
I am White Armor. I am Legacy. TK-92272
With Unquestioned Loyalty
Christian Burgos Hernández
TK 9539 "v7sg"
Imperial Propaganda Department
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Of course, many of our United States based Stormtroopers recently observed the Thanksgiving Holiday with the locals.
While some locals have fun with the Earth-based stereotypes about our alleged lack of accuracy in manners like this:
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With Unquestioned Loyalty,
Tim Waychoff
TK-51878 "Dark CMF"
Detachment Leader
http://whitearmor.net/images/newsletter2015/advancedtactics.pngThis month the 1st Imperial Stormtrooper Detachment would like to congratulate:
Expert Infantry Badge Award:
http://www.whitearmor.net/eib/expert_infantry_badge1.pngHarald Suele "Garraxo" TK-16468
Mark Bradley "Humperdingle" TK-22700
Jose O'Kean "Oki" TK-15245
Marco Bossow "Atin" TK-62726
H. David Phillips "Redbeard" TK-4765
Eric Ott "Silverdollar22" TK-42195
Derrick Meade "Kamikaze" TK-11778
Christopher Bailey "Chewy" TK-66402
Paul Wilde "BritBulldog" TK-22610
Oscar Gonzalez "Bloodwalker" TK-61138
Centurion Award:
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Mike Kreamer "Nukem25rs" TK-71508
Robert Forster "Moofmilker" TK-31666
Harald Suele "Garraxo" TK-16468
Timothy Jones "TeaJay" TK-12864
Randy Abramson "Magni" TK-16127
Stand tall and be proud of what you have achieved troopers. You will now be deployed into the First Imperial Stormtrooper Detachment Advanced Tactics Roster.
May you be an inspiration and beacon for aspiring troopers who want to look the best!
Make us proud troopers!
The FISD is always looking for new applicants for our Advanced Tactics program so please do not hesitate to apply if you meet the standards! Our Deployment Officer and armorers are here to help and guide you through to success!
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Note: Applicants need to be EIB approved before applying for Centurion.
With Unquestioned Loyalty,
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TK-24127 "Holnave"
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TK-24127 "Holnave"
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On behalf of the 1st Imperial Stormtrooper Detachment Command Staff and the Imperial Propaganda Department,
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To those of you celebrating Thanksgiving today (now that it's about to end), I hope that you enjoyed a festive day with family, friends, and/or loved ones, and some delicious food!<br><br>
Happy Thanksgiving!
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You are all doing a lot of great and clearly passionate research on this costume, and that is appreciated on so many different levels.
I just wanted to take a few moments to chime in here to weigh in on a few things that are being discussed at length and to assure you that I'm quietly paying attention to your discussion and the work that is going on.
Weathering is one of those things that I feel is best left to happen on its own for the overwhelming majority of TK-based costumes. Personally, I don't like the idea of requiring weathering - especially for basic level approval.
Rather, I encourage the idea of allowing it to happen up to a certain degree. For example, in the recently completed and approved CRL for Captain Phasma, the following note appears: "Note: Armor weathering: Captain Phasma's hard armor parts may be slightly weathered with dirt, smudges, and fingerprints. Battle damage or heavy weathering is not allowed."As there is precedent set for this approach in the FISD CRL development and approval process, this is the approach that I would be in support of with regard to this costume as well.
The color of the soles of the boots, and the painted or unpainted indents are, to me, the perfect type of details that would ultimately be incorporated in Level 2 or perhaps Level 3 costume approval. At the end of the day, we want people to wear properly accurate costumes, but we also want to be careful that we do not set basic level approval at a bar high enough to dissuade, or discourage members and we also want to allow room for improvement in the costume standards. As such, I would say that for basic approval the boot soles would have one or two options but for higher levels they must match what is determined to be seen on screen most consistently. The same thinking applies for the painted indents for me. They both provide a simple and attainable standard for improvement of the costume and therefore are probably best applied at advanced levels of approval.
Just a quick note, as I said... You are all doing some awesome stuff here. Thank you. We'll begin compiling this CRL for submission in January, so if you have people who are building good looking kits, begin considering photos for use in the CRL. At the end of the day, it was photo approval that took us so long with the Captain Phasma CRL because we wanted it done right the first time, as opposed to "we can always update it later." As a new to the Legion costume, the FISD will do it right, the first time.
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Done!! Tremendous thanks to our anonymous web guru!!! LoL
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Heston, can you share some pictures that indicate what we'd need to do to change the batteries? Open compartments, etc?
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Rogue One Stormtrooper CRL
in Rogue One
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If you do this, you'll be in my hall of fame eternally. LoL. I have it on my To Do list for January.