Chemi

January 17, 2023

Congratulations Caleb. :th_AnimatedBravoSmiley:

What I like the most is your helmet.... The angle of the ears :wub: ... Details like this are what we like to see... :jc_doublethumbup:

Regarding the thigh ammo pack, well, it's a GML decision, and it's up to GML to decide... Anyway, I'm sure it's something you can discuss as friends.

January 16, 2023

Congratulations Caleb!!! :th_AnimatedBravoSmiley:

January 13, 2023

New Member Introductions · January 13, 2023

Hello Leif!!! :salute:

Welcome to FISD

New Member Introductions · January 3, 2023

Welcome to FISD Bob!!! :jc_doublethumbup:

New Member Introductions · December 29, 2022

Hi Greg, and welcome to the Darkside.

December 25, 2022

Merry Christmas and a happy new year 2,023 to all!

A special hug for all those who have had a hard time this year, due to health problems or loss of loved ones...Life is like that. A roller coaster of emotions. Lots of strength, and may this 2.023, the force be with all of you. :salute:

New Member Introductions · December 21, 2022

Hola Hugo, bienvenido al FISD. Enhorabuena por el alta!!! :jc_doublethumbup:

Nos encanta que vuestro Outpost sea cada vez más importante!

Por supuesto, te animo a que presentes tu solicitud para nivel Experto(L2) y a continuación para Centurión(L3). Si necesitas ayuda, puedes preguntarnos lo que sea, para eso estamos!

Puedes empezar por ponernos algunas fotos de tu armadura, y podemos indicarte que es necesario modificar/corregir en tu armadura(si hiciera falta :laugh1: )...

Haznos tantas preguntas como desees...Y recuerda, ninguna pregunta es una pregunta tonta...Aunque no lo creas, todos hemos estado en ese punto de "recién aprobados" y seguro que teníamos las mismas dudas e incluso alguna más que tú...Ánimo, y dentro de poco, serás uno más de los casi 600 Centuriones que recorren el mundo! :th_AnimatedBravoSmiley:

Hi Hugo, welcome to FISD. Congratulations! :jc_doublethumbup:
We are happy that your Outpost is becoming more and more important!

Of course, I strongly encourage you to apply for Expert(L2) and then for Centurion(L3). If you need help, you can ask us anything, that's what we are here for!

You can start by sending us some pictures of your armor, and we can tell you what needs to be modified/corrected in your armor (if necessary :laugh1: )...

Ask us as many questions as you want...And remember, a dumb question is only the one not asked....Believe it or not, we have all been at that point of "just approved" and we surely had the same doubts and even some more than you...Soon, you will be one more of the almost 600 Centurions around the world! :th_AnimatedBravoSmiley:

New Member Introductions · December 18, 2022

Welcome to FISD, Marc! :salute:

December 16, 2022

Congratulations Luca... :th_AnimatedBravoSmiley:

December 15, 2022

Hi Ardeshir, and THANKS for your submission for TLJ First Order Executioner Stormtrooper EI!

CRL and EIB Application Requirements:

All required photos have been submitted, and on behalf of the entire D.O. staff we are pleased to welcome you to the rank of Expert Infantry. Congratulations! :salute:

Other-Armor Fit/Assembly;

In this area we review observations made by your fellow troopers and the DO team. Some observations may lead to suggestions to improve the overall look of your armor, and please keep in mind that we consider both text (CRL) and pictures (screen caps/reference images) when reviewing submissions.

Well Ardeshir, as always, an armor that could be exhibited in any museum...A real masterpiece. :th_AnimatedBravoSmiley:

We will simply add a few small tips, that we are sure are easy for you to fix.

-The forearms are hitting the hand plates. You can come up a little bit on those forearms, and it would be solved.

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- The under suit is very wrinkled in that area (although it is less visible in the new photos, as the light is "less direct", this small dressing issue can still be seen :blush: ).

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Centurion Requirements:

In this section we prepare you for our highest tier of approval. Because Centurion photos must show more detail than EIB, items pertaining to Level 3 might be seen there and not here and additional photos may be required. We try to point out all that we can from what we are able to clearly see, but the final accuracy is the responsibility of the trooper.

-Large gap between TD and backplate. In the photos of the disassembled TD, we can see the black "foam" on the internal part of the TD... Maybe with a thinner one, it will be solved.

Reference images(Some of these reference photos are not specific to the Executioner, but are screenshots from TLJ. Same armor).

- The calves seem too big, a lot of gap can be seen between the armor and the leg(pic. 1). :blush: . This is something we could see in your previous TLJ application(pic. 2), but it seems that in this case, it is a bit more evident...

#1 Current app different angle #2 Previous TLJ app Previous TLJ-E app Reference images

Congratulations Ardeshir. Another beautiful armor for your collection... :th_AnimatedBravoSmiley:

It is a shame that since you have been previously approved with these particular costumes, no additional awards will be given. No doubt it deserves it...

P.S..: No blasters held or holstered for TLJ-E so you should really remove those images from your app so there is no confusion for anyone following. :jc_doublethumbup:

December 14, 2022

hace 28 minutos, Morgi dijo:

... And maybe the fact that I'm 19 is also a help, I'll get back to this in 30 years to compare to my mobility at age 49

That hurts

December 14, 2022

Height = 177cm
Weight = 53kg

Wow Luca, now I understand why you can sit and do all that stuff you do with your armor on.

I´m 185cm and 95kg (and 49 years old :unsure: , my bones are like recycled ABS :laugh1: ), almost can't even put on my helmet. :56pullhair:

Looking great, Luca!!! Thanks!!!

December 11, 2022

hace 1 hora, justjoseph63 dijo:

..."likely" LOL.

By the way, I have a few buckets for sale:

Version 1- Almost used in a local cable access show- $3,500.

Version 2- Seen on the jumbo screen during the Disney Christmas parade in 2016- $8,400.

Version 3- Glimpsed by Anthony Daniels at Disney (May the 4th, 2017)- $11,600.

Version 4- And the big one.. photographed with "Weird Al" Yancovic- $28,900.

Serious offers only, please.

@justjoseph63Do you ship to Spain?

I have a helmet "likely" signed by Lucas...$300,000 I think would be a fair price... :laugh1:

December 8, 2022

Hello Terry, welcome to FISD :salute:

November 30, 2022

Hi Paul, and thank you for your CENTURION application!

CRL and CENTURION Application Requirements:

All required photos have been submitted, and on behalf of the entire D.O. staff we are pleased to welcome you to the rank of CENTURION. Congratulations! :salute:

Other-Armor Fit/Assembly;

In this area we review observations made by your fellow troopers and the DO team. Some observations may lead to suggestions to improve the overall look of your armor, and please keep in mind that we consider both text (CRL) and pictures (screen caps/reference images) when reviewing submissions.

Congratulations Paul. You made it. You have your Centurion badge under your name... :th_AnimatedBravoSmiley:

Now, enjoy your armor, and wear it with pride, as it is a spectacular armor.
Congratulations again, sir. :salute:

Don't forget to request the certificate HERE

New Member Introductions · November 29, 2022

Welcome to FISD Terry!!! :th_AnimatedBravoSmiley:

New Member Introductions · November 23, 2022

Hi Jody, welcome to FISD! :salute:

November 22, 2022

Congratulations Luca!!! :th_AnimatedBravoSmiley:

November 20, 2022

Hi Paul, and THANKS for your submission for ANH Stunt EI!

CRL and EIB Application Requirements:

All required photos have been submitted, and on behalf of the entire D.O. staff we are pleased to welcome you to the rank of Expert Infantry. Congratulations! :salute:

Other-Armor Fit/Assembly;

In this area we review observations made by your fellow troopers and the DO team. Some observations may lead to suggestions to improve the overall look of your armor, and please keep in mind that we consider both text (CRL) and pictures (screen caps/reference images) when reviewing submissions.

First of all, I would like to congratulate you on the EXCELLENT job you did with this RS kit. :th_AnimatedBravoSmiley:

As you will see below, these are all small details, which will not be a problem on your way to CENTURION.

Starting from the helmet, for L3 the CRL states that:

-Ideally, placement of ears (and screws) should closely follow the rear angle of the trap above them

As can be seen, the left side is perfect, and the right side could be improved by rotating the ear a little bit...It is very little, and that is why we add it as a recommendation. We will only ask for it as a requirement for L3 if the ears are in an "ugly" position.

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-As seen in the reference image, we suggest you trim down the ends of the brow trim. Easy fix. :duim:

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-The posterior tab is pointing down which causes the snaps to show. Maybe you just forgot to connect the posterior snap to the cod. If you look at some other RS builds this can(should) be addressed. If the strap is indeed connected, you may have to trim a bit off of the return edges on the sides of the tab (second photo) to achieve this.

Reference image Other RS builds

-We recommend trimming the edge on both sides of the sniper knee. As you can see in the reference images, they were a little more "angled" and aligned with the "bottom edge"(and looks more screen-accurate). :duim:

Reference images

-The Rivet of the thigh ammunition belt could be a little more to the front, as shown the reference images. :lol:

Reference images

Centurion Requirements:

In this section we prepare you for our highest tier of approval. Because Centurion photos must show more detail than EIB, items pertaining to Level 3 might be seen there and not here and additional photos may be required. We try to point out all that we can from what we are able to clearly see, but the final accuracy is the responsibility of the trooper.

Not much to say here... :jc_doublethumbup:

-L3.Ear bars shall have only one bump painted in black (rank stripes). It seems that the light, when taking the photo, makes some strange effects. However, we can clearly see that the rank stripes are missing. :blush: . An easy paint job, Paul.

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-We believe that although it is very little, the gap could be reduced to zero in this area. Just adjust the shoulder elastic a little and it will be perfect!

In addition, the undersuit seems to show through the bells area. It may be a dressing issue, or maybe you need a size down :lol: .

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-L3. No return edge on the inside of the front of the forearm is allowed.

There are a couple of areas where some return edge can be seen. It will be a few seconds with a dremel, very easy!!! :jc_doublethumbup:

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-Again it is very little, but we think you could raise the belt a little to make it 100x100 screen accurate. :peace: .

I know you are thinking that it is so little that it seems ridiculous to be asked, but we assure you that people pay attention to this detail, and it is almost a sign that differentiates a CENTURION from the rest. You know, the Centurion level, it's all about the details.

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-We see a little gap in those joints. We are sure that if you tighten that belt a little more, it will be perfect. :jc_doublethumbup:

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-The corners of the plastic ammo belt shall be trimmed at a 45 degree angle that that meets the outer edge of the cloth belt.

A small adjustment on the right side of the belt. Just trim a mm(or less) so that that bottom corner is just in line with the canvas belt.

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-There are some areas of the belt that need to go to the barbershop.

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-It looks like your calves are too tight, causing the ridges to overlap. Try "opening" the calves a little. If then, they are too loose, you can put a little foam inside, and thus avoid having to cut them. :unsure:

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-Without any doubt you have one of the best blasters that can be seen around here(only the one built by Joseph for the auction beats it :lol: ).

However, although in some counters the brass could be seen, in this one it does not look like weathering. It is a perfect square. You may be able to paint it black and then rub a little before it dries completely, and thus give it the " weathered " look.

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That's all Paul. We would like to see your application for Centurion soon.
We are sure that with the skills you have shown in assembling this RS kit, these small fixes will not be a problem for you.... :th_AnimatedBravoSmiley:

Don't forget to request your Certificate HERE...

November 19, 2022

hace 26 minutos, Klaymorr dijo:

.... I was approved today for the 501st , Cloud City Garrison!!

Congratulations Steve!!! :th_AnimatedBravoSmiley:

November 15, 2022

Hi Paul. Your armor looks great. Congratulations. :th_AnimatedBravoSmiley:

However, one thing we need you to correct before moving along, is the position of the TD plate, since for basic level, the CRL states that "The white control panel raised ribbed pad faces the rear, with the controls/round washer style detail closest to the right end cap."

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