Hunter205 Posted January 12, 2014 Report Posted January 12, 2014 This may seem like a very juvenile question... But I want to get the opinions of experienced members. I'm about to start constructing my armor, and have seen several people with the ANH look and several with ROTJ. I know there are differences, and quite frankly love them both... So which direction should I go? Quote
Locitus[Admin] Posted January 12, 2014 Report Posted January 12, 2014 The obvious answer would be whichever one you like the most. But ANH and ESB are definitely easier to make, at least when it comes to getting an accurate blaster to finish the look. Quote
Hunter205 Posted January 12, 2014 Author Report Posted January 12, 2014 What are the differences in the blasters? These are defiantly the things I need to learn about. Quote
Locitus[Admin] Posted January 12, 2014 Report Posted January 12, 2014 (edited) There are several differences between them. Here are some typical blasters (some are fan made, for lacking time to find pictures of originals): ANH ESB ROTJ Edited January 16, 2021 by gmrhodes13 photo updated gmrhodes13 2021 Quote
Hunter205 Posted January 12, 2014 Author Report Posted January 12, 2014 Wow! Good looking out, thanks for the heads up and the pics. Quote
bjsavage7[TK] Posted January 12, 2014 Report Posted January 12, 2014 I have both armors & really like them both. I agree that you should go with whichever you like the best. Of course, we could always use a few more ROTJs in the ranks. Quote
Raintrooper Posted January 12, 2014 Report Posted January 12, 2014 (edited) Welcome to the FISD, Hunter! Just curious, but since you say you're about to start constructing... have you already purchased an armor kit? ANH and ESB stormtroopers are the made using the same armor kits and helmets, with only a few differences in parts and paint. ROTJ is an entirely different armor and helmet kit altogether. (Veterans, please correct me if I'm wrong. ) Good luck on your build! Edited January 12, 2014 by RainTrooper Quote
DizzyStormtrooper[501st] Posted January 12, 2014 Report Posted January 12, 2014 i hate rotj pointy shoulders, ugly face, difficult blaster, white shoe soles, smaller belt, detonator detail, shoulder straps, door trim, upside down ab buttons... just do it right and go anh stunt. easier, cheaper, looks better. Quote
Dark PWF[Staff] Posted January 12, 2014 Report Posted January 12, 2014 (edited) Greetings Hunter, and welcome to FISD!!! RainTrooper touched on some very good points, namely - have you already purchased armor. Aside from that, I've seen some other people with similar questions answered this way: When you think of the Stormtroopers and your desire to become one... What scene from the trilogy is it that you see in your mind. Do you see formations of TKs in the hangar bay on the second Death Star, waiting for the arrival of the Emperor? Do you see the TKs shooting their way into the hallways of the Tantive IV? Do you see the TDs stopping the landspeeder in the streets of Mos Eisley? Which scene is it that turns your mind to the thought of becoming a stormtrooper? What are your favorite scenes involving them? Ultimately, whichever movie version you decide to build is a purely personal choice, and your reason for choosing it is equally personal but no matter which you decide upon, you will find answers and help here within the forums of the FISD. Congratulations, you've taken your first step into a larger world! Edited January 13, 2014 by Dark CMF Quote
kylebeagle[TK] Posted January 13, 2014 Report Posted January 13, 2014 ANH Stunt... That's my vote! Greetings and welcome aboard!! Good luck on mission. Quote
Hunter205 Posted January 13, 2014 Author Report Posted January 13, 2014 Thanks for the tips and loads of information. RainTrooper and Dark CMF, I've ordered the AP armor, I wasn't aware that the armor designs were different, I was just under the impression that some of the painting and decals were different. Seriously I'm glad I asked you guys, I'm trying to just be a sponge and absorb as much information as I can to get this done correctly. Quote
Locitus[Admin] Posted January 13, 2014 Report Posted January 13, 2014 AP is usually made into ANH or ESB and sort of designed for it, but it is easier turning it into a ROTJ than many other "brands". Most armour is derived from a ROTJ suit, and then modified to look more like ANH (before sold to you), but out of all those versions, AP is the least modified, which makes it easier than the others to go ROTJ with. Although you'll need to get a different helmet if you choose to go ROTJ. Quote
Jacko204 Posted January 13, 2014 Report Posted January 13, 2014 U know your favorite scene was when the ewok swings across and knocks the Storm Trooper off the log Quote
Hunter205 Posted January 14, 2014 Author Report Posted January 14, 2014 Makes me so mad... Don't get me started on those ruthless ewoks! Quote
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