SuperTrooper

1. you are correct. 2. Lucas replaces Sebastian Shaw, with Hayden for the DVD.

Here is a site with shoe size tables and lengths: http://www.i18nguy.com/l10n/shoes.html

The FX belt has them formed into the belt, so there are no extra pieces to worry about.

Technically the corners are not in the elite requirements. It's just a highly suggested, easy, and free improvement that Scott points out to everyone

Are you going to have 2 elite suits Bernard? :trooper:

Bernard, good catch on the belt. Other than that I think you are good to go, nice job Jim. BTW we are going to redo the pictures on the elite page, so if you could get a bucket on pose with even lighting like in the top few pictures that would be huge help.

Nice assembly on the armor, looks like you really put some extra effort into it. I really like the holster, did you make it yourself?

Very nice build. You'd never have known it was your first time.

What I meant was I can't find any on screen blasters with greeblies. The only ones that have the greeblies are in the promotional pictures like the ones above and one additional one that I posted in the staff section. I've never seen snowtrooper photo that shows the left side. Thanks for the picture, I was actually going to PM you later about having a picture with those details.

Not all the entries have reference pictures..........yet.

Scott, if you want to buy the Humbrol paint locally, the only place to get it is Michigan Toy Soldier Shop in Royal Oak. They are off 11 mile between Main and Campbell. If anyone else is looking to get in they have a website and their shipping is reasonable too.

Thats awesome, I wish I had any woodworking skills at all.

The cleaned up text should take out any guess work, or trying to figure out the intent of the original standards list. I hope this makes what it takes to become elite a little clearer.

I'm actually a huge fan of Mr. No Stripes. Thing is this error helmet made it in the promo poster, stormtrooper action figure card photo, and has many close ups in the movie. Personal feelings aside, it isn't even 501st acceptable variant and we have to follow Legion rules before we raise the bar for elite standards.

And one thing to keep in mind, they said that many pieces are going to be limited an come with a CoA. All that means is on thing, really expensive. They also said they would be contacting the 501st for consulting. I'll let you know if I hear anything.

If the pictures vs the real costume are anything like the supreme Vader, it wil be terrible. Rubies has a magic camera that makes sub-par costumes look really good in pictures and on the box.

Thanks for the kind words. My personal goal is 100 elites by the end of the year.

These types of tweaks won't interfere with you getting elite status. There is noting wrong with an idealized stormtrooper, or any other costume. Think of it as a personal preference, some want to look as craptacular screen used suits, some strive for what they remember seeing on screen, and some go for idealized but accurate. Neither is wrong, it's all about that makes the wearer happy as that's who ultimately has to be pleased. Just make sure to take pictures of your journey for others to see.

If you have a Harbor Freight in your area, they have clamps crazy cheap.

If you click on the "click for menu" tab at the top of the page, in the drop down there is a search button. That takes you to the super secret advanced search page. It's called the super secret advanced search page because I only discovered it tonight and I've been around here for 16 months.

The stickers have already been shown, this is something completely new and really exciting. More to come later.....

You are correct. You'll need 3 tubes for a set of armor depending on how much you are going to velcro vs glue.

Like I told Scott, I'm going to try to work him to death with elite applications this year. And yes there is an idea on the table just for elites that will get everyones attention in the Legion. More on this to come later.

The Rubies Supreme hasn't hurt the Vader vendors at all, I doubt this will be any different especiall considering the price tag.

I store and transport my gear in a large rubbermaid with wheels. The best thing to protect is an inexpensive ($15-$20) motorcycle helmet bag. If you want to wrap each piece of gear to protect it use something that breaths so the sweat can dissipate. One of the best ideas I've seen is old pillow cases, and they are usually free .