Daetrin

Agreed - I really can't wait to see updated photos :)

But of course :)

Truth. And, if you can believe it, it used to be even worse back before we created this section.

Truly, this is LinkedIn these days. Sad!

Always great to see new members from our northern neighbors

Love back at you Luca :)

What's FISD without a little April 1st humor, troopers? :) @Sly11 you're pretty correct on the date, this was taken in 2005, the year I joined, and is indeed one of my approval pictures from back in the day.

Well, that's it. I've had it with this place and the 501st in general. All the politics, bickering. People putting me down all the time. I just submitted my brand new TK and it got rejected. I mean, come on. What's wrong with it? I'll soon be selling all my stuff - props, coins, patches. I'm *done*.

Hi Brian, Thank you for your kind words. It was my distinct honor to be allowed to troop with you and the other members of the ISG. Truly, I felt adopted into the family and you were all so welcoming. I can't wait to return and share your fellowship. I have fond memories of spending time with you and Lynn. You folk represent everything great about FISD and the 501st Legion, inspiring me and I'm sure so many others. With all my best, Paul

Nicely done @Sly11

Hmm...fascinating. I wonder how these compare to RS's, which he claims are from the original found part.

True. As the Rose Parade taught is, if you are exhausted enough, you will find a way!

Cheers Rob, thank you for the kind words. As always, it was great to see you even though the visit was short. I hope next time I'm up that way we'll have more time to hang out. The RS team did an amazing job making a longer set of shins that came out really well.

It was indeed, and sorry we weren't able to meet up. Next time, truly. :) I'd troop with the ISG again in a heartbeat, truly an amazing group of folks. Also, you guys looked *great*. Love the quality bar you have set in the ISG as costumers. Shout out to the spotters as well, who were lit (e.g. on top of their game). There is a video out there of me "escorting" a rebel pilot - hopefully someone shares the link. Doh! I forgot to give a shout out to your Rebel Legion team as well. Rock stars, all.

Mods - feel free to move if needed. I posted it here as I'm not maintaining a true trooper log.

Next up was trooping with the ISG! If you can make it up to Scotland, you really should. Brian & the rest of the ISG folk were simply lovely. So welcoming, I felt like it was my home garrison. Whether it was ensuring I didn't run off on my own, introducing me to real Irn Bru, or helping me in & out with a new TK, every member of the ISG was simply brilliant. They truly embody the spirit of "troopers helping troopers" and what the 501st is about. My most sincere thanks go out to the members of the ISG, who made for me a very special troop. A extra special thanks go out to Brian & Lynn for all they did that weekend. Truly, if the opportunity presents itself again, I'd troop with the ISG in a heartbeat - they're the best! Oh yeah, more photos! Me & Ryan, who was so gracious his time and went above & beyond in making this all possible. I owe you a solid, brother! Me & Brian, the ISG GCO They have arguably one of the best Chewbaccas, and I was geeking out :)

Last week I was lucky enough to be in Manchester (UK) to pick up a fresh set of RS armor, then head to Edinburgh to troop with the ISG (Imperial Scottish Garrison). Both were amazing experiences that I shall cherish forever, but wouldn't have happened without the incomparable Ryan Barlow - TD/SL 19809 - from the Imperial North Western Squad (UKG), to whom I'm eternally grateful. RS Visit While there, I was introduced to another Paul, who appeared in A New Home as a stormtrooper and has been spotted on film. In his hand is an original screen used helmet. If you ever get a chance to meet him, please do. Humble, friendly, and overall great fellow. Meeting Rob of RS is always a highlight. Also pictured are Ryan & Rob (Catfood) & Rob (RS)

The best part is you get to make it your own. I think most people do prefer ANH Stunt, but I'm an ANH Hero man through and through (sssshhh...don't tell my ESB helmet that!).

I can't speak for all armors, but for your size seems TM or RT-Mod (if you can find either) sound about right.

I think it's great to see innovation in this space. My dream set up would be something like this: 1. 100% self-contained in the helmet. 2. Be able to turn it on/off via chin switch (maybe even adjust volume) 3. Be able to pair with earbuds, e.g. Earpods (wired) or Airpods (BT). 4. Be able to pair with my phone. Ideally I could use a chin switch to initiate voice activation with my phone to do things like answer a call, or say things like "call Mom", or "Play music by the Beatles", etc. 5. In a dream even have it pair with an FRS I can put in a thermal detonator, chest plate, etec. Consider the following scenario I put my helmet on. I decide I want to hear external noises better, so I push a chin switch to toggle external sound. I flip another toggle and turn on my external mike. My mom calls me so I can use another chin switch (or voice command) to swap to my phone and answer her call and tell her I'll call her back. Once the call is over, it goes back to external sound. My fire team and I are also on FRS. I can switch to a hot mike (or PTT mode?) and we can coordinate wtf we are doing. I'm standing on "guard duty" and am a bit bored, so I use toggle input to my phone say "play music by [my favorite artist]" and chill for a bit. Does that make sense?

This is really cute! :)

FYI, with a huge thanks to @revlimiter, Fire Team Whiskey now has an official logo! It may have taken a while to get to this point, but the end result is *perfect*. Fabuloso, even :)

True that.

It's either that or have it painted. That was one advantage of HIPS armor at least (think TE2), as they are painted and you can always just repaint them as needed.