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Right!, this is an unusual one for FISD with so many variations, and something that will be under discussion to work out how we get some kind of balance between flexibility and what we see on screen. I think one important factor is to try and keep it easy, not convoluted, which in turn can get confusing. This is only an extreme example, but we don't see an all grey Night Trooper on screen, so that seems logical to dismiss. We do see several different combinations of components in grey, but what might be nice is to simply have a minimum of say one grey component, and possibly a maximum of Three. That's if you wish to have grey components because quite a few had none. (options!!!) Find one on screen you like and match it, or even make your own combo of 1 to 3 components, or none of course. I agree there are so many possibilities, this could be our fist CRL that allows more flare than others because they are so different and so many. Then there is the cracking, I really feel that should be an open aspect, we are not trying to make a level like MEPD where you must pick one and make it exactly like the picture for Level 3. Personally, I've never been against having a new level to go that extreme, but there has never seemed to be much interest to pursue it. I am interested to hear from as many members and staff as possible so we can land on common ground to be honest. Above is only an idea to drive conversation and move us forward, but it is a great question to have asked.

Been looking around for a few days to get an idea of what all is here. I just placed my order for a fully trimmed kit from Authentic Props and Mark said he will probably have it shipped in about a week, awesome!! I'm also currently 3D printing an E11 blaster so it gives me something to do and get ready for the whole kit. Thank you for the add to this group and I look forward to posting my build as soon as I get it. thanks, Jim

Woohoo! I love seeing ATA Centurion submissions as an ATA wearer myself! Ultimately the DOs have the official say, but you've done a great job pulling your shoulder bells in since your EI app, and you've also successfully minimized the gaps on the rear of your leg pieces through your implementation of mobility cuts! Jus a couple other observations: You'll likely still need to pull your belt up a bit so that the plastic is closer to the bottom ab button, and your ab-kidney seam may also need to be addressed. The 1/4 white elastic on your shoulder bridges also needs to be shifted back to the rear, so that it's positioned atop the backplate armor. It also appears that your chest plate also rides up over the ab piece in a couple of your poses (something I too dealt with), so you may consider tightening/shortening the strapping holding those two parts together. I see your straps are currently on the outer edges, so you could consider adding a shorter one in the middle. Looking great, trooper! I look forward to seeing you in the L3 ranks soon!

We will be yes

Wouldn't that be cool! Got the barrel and main body painted. The barrel has got 20' of red fairy lights in it! ( Cousin Eddie's Voice) That'll look real nice at night Clark!

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Having heard from someone who worked on the suits, they were originally gold leafed, and then switched to gold paint for repairs, so there was plenty of both on screen. However, requiring gold leaf at any level does not sound like a reasonable proposal for hobbyists. I would advocate for an open-ended wording and not specifying the source of the gold color in the CRL. What is the latest status of this CRL?

Really diggin' this build, and can't wait to see the finished blaster! Maybe I'll even get to see it someday in person if we ever troop together at a midpoint between us, like Nashville.

Thank you very much for the support, this is exactly what the GML of the Venezuelan Outpost told me about those armor accessories

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So, I've been tinkering here and there when I have time. I'm starting heating the butt plate to bend the button up a bit. I have no explanation why it hangs so low. That's just how it is, even with the strap done up. I will post new pictures next time I suit up. For the helmet, I've still got to address the tube strips, but I tried fixing the brow piece by the ears. For the blaster, I attempted the coil. I thought it was strange that it went in so far, then I realized it went right right to the end, and you can see if from the front. This can't be write, but I'm not sure how to stop the coil from sliding around. Would I glue it to the end cap? Not sure how I would get a blocked 1/2 way down. Thoughts?

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Many of us are following with great interest! My helmet arrived yesterday. Let the sanding begin!!!

(I tried. )

Suggestions for the additional finishes of the Night trooper. First draft only, this is open to more in depth descriptions, adjustments, and language refinement. Basic Lvl Light to medium weathering as per reference. Cracks may be painted on the surface of the armour with metallic gold paint. EI lvl Light to medium weathering as per reference. Cracks must be Dremelled / engraved into armour Cracks may be painted in metallic gold paint. Centurion lvl Light to medium weathering as per reference. Cracks must be Dremelled / engraved into armour Cracks must be filled in gold leaf, gold metallic paint is not permissible. Wraps Basic Red wraps/bandages may be of a similar look to references EI lvl2 Red wraps/bandages must be Chiffon material, wrapped in layers and distressed with fraying edges as per references????? Centurion N/A Grey painted components. We need to decide on a close shade of grey, and defer to references on what parts can be painted, how many is too many grey painted parts on a single costume etc.

I think I'm done with this unless something new comes out. I'm happy to work on the CRL and get something pushed through!

Wow Jonathan !!! Congratulations for being the 501st Centurion of the 501st Legion approved on TK day 421 !!!!!

Thank you tax return!