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A quick perusal reveals NO kintsugi on the shoulder straps. Dirt and red ribbons, but no kintsugi. Can anyone back this up?

Mision 20 04/07/2024 – ALCALA DE HENARES (MAD) – DONACION DE SANGRE CON CRUZ ROJA

Definitely helpful Adam. The more you look at all the references, the more you realize there are so many variations on screen. This is a complex costume of opportunities making it a little tougher to lock anything down. I think if we get it wrong, GML confusion will ensue If we get it right, and frequently use words like builder's discretion, similar to references, can etc etc, there is plenty of fun and individualism or let's call it "Builder's license" that can be used. Can you imagine a garrison or at a con a group of Night Troopers all looking different and then throw in a Captain Enoch would look! Totally amazing. That's even before the lights come on and it's zombie mode!!!

Hmm I wonder how would this be done on rubber shoulder straps? My qualm with using a Dremel on rubber ones would be potentiality damaging the integrity and causing splitting or ripping.

I had the desire to throw some assistance at this CRL. Hopefully this is actually a help. Shoulder Armor One on each shoulder. The shoulders are considered effectively symmetrical; they may be worn interchangeably on the left and right shoulders and may have a black elastic strap that wraps around the inside of the bicep. Light to medium weathering as per references The shoulders can be white, contain a gray repair section or be completely gray as per reference's builder's discretion on how this composition looks is allowable. One shoulder must contain the gold cracking (Kintsugi) effect. Paint pens or hand painted cracking to the surface is allowable. The cracking designs are up to the builder's discretion, as there are multiple references to work off. Red wrapping may be added, as per references if desired. Red wrappings fold under the shoulder edge. It is suggested that one shoulder have either red wrappings or a grey repair section per screen references. OPTIONAL Level two certification (if applicable): Cracking (Kintsugi) effect, must be created using a Dremel or similar tool into the surface, gold colored paint or paint pens can be used to fill in the cracking. OPTIONAL Level three certification (if applicable): There is no swoop on the shoulder bell raised area. There is no elastic strap that wraps around the inside of the bicep. Gold imitation leaf must be used for any patching and filling of cracks. Real gold leaf can be used but is not a requirement. Upper Arm Armor Both biceps are symmetrical and interchangeable. The front strip is bevelled and approximately ⅛" thick that does not extend beyond the bicep, and has a smaller cover strip layered thereon. Light to medium weathering as per references The upper arms can be white or contain a gray repair section as per reference's builder's discretion on how this composition looks is allowable. One upper arm must contain the gold cracking (Kintsugi) effect. Paint pens or hand painted cracking to the surface is allowable. The cracking designs are up to the builder's discretion, as there are multiple references to work off. Red wrapping may be added, as per references if desired. Red wrappings continue around the armor and may have the appearance of loose ends. Wraps fold under the back opening and allow the armor to open and close as it does normally OPTIONAL Level two certification (if applicable): Cracking (Kintsugi) effect, must be created using a Dremel or similar tool into the surface, gold colored paint or paint pens can be used to fill in the cracking. OPTIONAL Level three certification (if applicable): Cover strips will cover both the front and back joints. Biceps are loosely held closed in the back with elastic, shock cord (bungee cord) or white Velcro and are designed to remain flexible. Gold imitation leaf must be used for any patching and filling of cracks. Real gold leaf can be used but is not a requirement. Forearm Armor The front strip is bevelled and approximately ⅛" thick that does not extend beyond the bicep, and has a smaller cover strip layered thereon. Light to medium weathering as per references The forearms can be white or contain a gray repair section as per reference's builder's discretion on how this composition looks is allowable. One forearm must contain the gold cracking (Kintsugi) effect. Paint pens or hand painted cracking to the surface is allowable. The cracking designs are up to the builder's discretion, as there are multiple references to work off. Red wrapping may be added, as per references if desired. Red wrappings continue around the armor. Wraps fold under the back opening and allow the armor to open and close as it does normally. It is suggested that one forearm have red wrappings per screen references. OPTIONAL Level two certification (if applicable): Cracking (Kintsugi) effect, must be created using a Dremel or similar tool into the surface, gold colored paint or paint pens can be used to fill in the cracking. OPTIONAL Level three certification (if applicable): Forearms are loosely held closed in the back with elastic, shock cord (bungee cord) or white Velcro and are designed to remain flexible. Cover strips will cover both the top and bottom joints. Gold imitation leaf must be used for any patching and filling of cracks. Real gold leaf can be used but is not a requirement.

A couple of threads which may be of help

I'm working on your review now. I'll be with you soon

Great work so far Benator, looking forward to seeing more progress.

Thank you, this has been quite helpful, I hope I did everything correctly as this is my first time doing anything like this

I’m embarrassed I let this slip passed me. Anyways here’s an update. Lined the tombstones with 0.020” styrene. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

TROOP #5 - Sidequest Arcade grand opening 7/6/2024 TK-54832 and I once again in the field! The grand opening of the Arcade was an "all day event" so we decided to do a couple hours in the morning, go out for some lunch, then come back for a couple hours at the "peak" time in the afternoon. It was a lot of fun, and there was even a Mariachi band! (Yes that's me dancing.) (I'm on the right) Still waiting on more pictures from the event photographer, but in the meantime, here are some photos from from one of my coworkers, who sent them to me without knowing I was one of the troopers! 🤣 ! We had a good laugh about it. Dance Video

Hi Ron, I'll be making your review and need you to make me a favor brother, just a five minutes painting session for your ab buttons plates. As you can see bellow , the paint is a little off in some parts and will need to be rounded a bit. a sharp tool or cotton swab with some non acetone pint thinner could do the job. thank you .