BOOKOF Posted March 17, 2016 Report Share Posted March 17, 2016 Surprisingly I couldn't find a single thread on what it's like to troop or what to expect from your first troop. Anyone care to share? My submission is coming soon so I thought I'd ask. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pattrooper Posted March 17, 2016 Report Share Posted March 17, 2016 have a handler, water, and watch out for little kids you might not see in front of you, most of all have fun and look at all the smiles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOOKOF Posted March 17, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 17, 2016 What do you mean by a handler? A friend to keep an eye on me? Even at group troops? Sent from my Nexus 6P using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pattrooper Posted March 17, 2016 Report Share Posted March 17, 2016 exactly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pattrooper Posted March 17, 2016 Report Share Posted March 17, 2016 whenever i am trooping my wife is not to far away with the water and a camera. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deadvision[TK] Posted March 17, 2016 Report Share Posted March 17, 2016 Here's a few. •oh jeez it hot, oh its foggy I can't see. •walk, pinch, move, pinch, ouch, raise arm, pinch •is that a kid underneath me, is anybody there. •oh did something fall off, am I falling apart •don't trip, don't trip •water,water....... Sent from my SM-N910V using Tapatalk 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOOKOF Posted March 17, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 17, 2016 Here's a few. •oh jeez it hot, oh its foggy I can't see. As a glasses wearer I'm not looking forward to this one Sent from my Nexus 6P using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snakeman[TK] Posted March 17, 2016 Report Share Posted March 17, 2016 Well... first of all: Expect fun! The smiles on peoples faces! Expect to be warm and warmer and HOT! Expect to be blind as to what is directly in front/underneath you. Watch out for kids! Walk slowly and avoid stairs. Drink lots and lots of water! Mostly: Have FUN! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justjoseph63[Staff] Posted March 17, 2016 Report Share Posted March 17, 2016 First, congrats on your upcoming submission! Troops can vary widely, Eli, depending on where you are and what type of event it is. At some, you just mill around, some you do a lot of walking, some not. Just be prepared to pose for lots of photos! As for drinking lots of water, this is a MUST. But... I suggest getting completely hydrated the day before the troop as well, as you will find that it is not so easy answering nature's call when in armor. I would also advise walking around your house/yard with your bucket and/or armor on to get a feel for your range of vision, depth perception, and movement capabilities. Most larger troops do have at least one person as an "official" handler, who's duties include advising you of obstacles, (curbs, stairs), keeping an eye out for kids, taking photos for the crowd, and watching for armor pieces that may come loose, etc. Just let the person in charge of the troop know that your wife will be there to help, and they can give her some pointers. Some other things to think about: 1. Never, EVER point your blaster at a child. 2. Be aware of your surroundings at all times. 3. If someone asks "Can I hold your gun"? , (and they will) this will be entirely up to you. If you carry a Hyperfirm, no problem. If you carry a resin blaster, you take the chance of it being dropped. Of course you can say something to the effect of "Imperial regulations (or the Emperor) forbid it from leaving my hands" (in a nice way). 4. Some very small kids may actually be afraid of you. I always bend down a little, and give the "little kid wave", (fingers up and down) and tilt my head to the side. Makes you look less threatening and more friendly. This works more than you would think! 5. If you need a break, tell your handler. They can escort you back to the changing area or restroom. 6. Most important of all, HAVE FUN, and know that you are about to make someones day much better! 11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squimspickle[TK] Posted March 17, 2016 Report Share Posted March 17, 2016 Great advice from Joseph! I walked around in costume at home for an hour a couple days before my first troop. Which was great because I learned some things I liked and didn't like about the armor. I also took the Dremel to it in a few spots that were pinching. I had some loose pieces of foam that I was just stuffing into my thighs and noticed over time they would wiggle themselves out. So I hot glued them in. One less thing to deal with while putting on your armor in a different environment. Also be very wary of small children that come right up to you. No matter how far you bend over you won't be able to see them! So don't just start walking forward quickly. You are going to feel like a celebrity!!! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AWOL Posted March 18, 2016 Report Share Posted March 18, 2016 Great thread and advise... if it works kick it, if it doesn't work kick it till it does... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmth chris[TK] Posted March 18, 2016 Report Share Posted March 18, 2016 Great thread and advise... if it works kick it, if it doesn't work kick it till it does... agreed Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mutter[TK] Posted March 18, 2016 Report Share Posted March 18, 2016 Don't over-hydrate the morning/day of the event. Having to urinate when you're all geared up sucks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airborne Trooper[501st] Posted March 18, 2016 Report Share Posted March 18, 2016 You will hear "say cheese" a lot and you will smile even though you have a bucket on and no one can see you. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BadBatch[501st] Posted March 18, 2016 Report Share Posted March 18, 2016 You will hear "say cheese" a lot and you will smile even though you have a bucket on and no one can see you. This made me laugh most heartily! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AWOL Posted March 18, 2016 Report Share Posted March 18, 2016 This made me laugh most heartily! Me too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
humperdingle Posted March 18, 2016 Report Share Posted March 18, 2016 You will hear "say cheese" a lot and you will smile even though you have a bucket on and no one can see you. Turn that frown upside down Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justjoseph63[Staff] Posted March 18, 2016 Report Share Posted March 18, 2016 Once in a while, right after someone takes a photo or selfie, I'll say "Sorry, I blinked", or "Oops, had my eyes closed". This is so absurd it always gets a smile or a laugh. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AWOL Posted March 18, 2016 Report Share Posted March 18, 2016 Once in a while, right after someone takes a photo or selfie, I'll say "Sorry, I blinked", or "Oops, had my eyes closed". This is so absurd it always gets a smile or a laugh. if it works kick it, if it doesn't work kick it till it does... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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