TK-61276 Better late than never

[T-Jay[TK]]

When I registered here on FISD back in September 2013 and began posting, I had totally missed to start with the usual introduction thread. Because of that (and my recent basic approval) I felt the need to now follow Tim’s (DarkCMF) call and at least formally introduce myself as a Stormtrooper

 

What started out in pure intention to build a life-size TK display for my home, turned into one of the most interesting adventures in my life so far.

After a very time consuming research, I decided to go for the Troopermaster ANH Stunt armor (1.5mm ABS). Like many others here, I used the waiting time to build a blaster. Okay, in my case it was more than just one. Not because the BBB-day took that long, but I got deeper and deeper into that specific topic. This led to other, even more time consuming projects like the Completion Sets for resin blasters and the FISD E-11 Blaster Reference. Somewhere in between all this, the big brown box arrived and “a couple of hours” were spent on this, too. It all kept me busy and the trouble to find a suitable mannequin for the armor caused a long delay. During this time I was encouraged by a lot of friendly people to join a troop. It took a while but I did it and this later changed the game for me. Meanwhile I am officially approved as Stormtrooper of the 501st-Legion and also found a good mannequin. Seems like the armor will either get a busy life between troops and the display, or another armor is needed.  Just kidding. The next steps on my list are EIB and Centurion so wish me some luck for that.

 

I would like to thank everybody who ever helped me to get an overview, to find the best options and to do things right. Really thought about naming them here but I simply worry to miss somebody. Many thanks also to the FISD and the people here. Have never before seen an online community with such friendly members, willing to help. Let’s keep that up.

 

Thank you

[gmrhodes13[Staff]]

Congrats on approval and welcome to the ranks trooper

[magni[TK]]

Congratulations!

 

Have fun out there!

[Tolo[TK]]

Congrats and welcome to the ranks


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[Daetrin[Admin]]

Glad all this was a big help - that is music to my ears.  Whether you troop 1 time a year or 100, you're a 501st Legion stormtrooper

[Schmetterhemd[TK]]

Greetings TK-61276, my fellow trooper

 

I hope we meet on the front lines one day

Edited September 4, 2017 by Schmetterhemd

[Shanester[TK]]

I bought my armor thinking that, at the very least, I would put it on a mannequin in my home office.  Once I got into, I decided to go full throttle and here I am, a trooper like you.  Welcome trooper! 

[Addertime[TK]]

You're an asset to the community, Tino. Your support helped steer my own blaster build during my similar situation. We're glad to have you aboard. 

[T-Jay[TK]]

Thanks everybody for your comments and the warm welcome. Even with having the armor displayed on a mannequin, I am aiming for several troops per year...

[Bulldog44[TK]]

Awesome! Tino!!!!! Congratulations!!! Never too late. So glad you finally are a trooper. Now you can show off all your amazing blasters you have built in the field. Happy trooping!!!

[Dark PWF[Staff]]

Many heartfelt congratulations, Tino!

 

It has indeed been an adventure for you - as it really is for most of us, but many here are more intimately familiar with your journey due to the route that it took.  I could not be happier to welcome anyone to the Legion, and specifically to the FISD's TK ranks.  As non-members go, you have already made an amazing impact here, and I am sure that that will only continue now that you are officially a Stormtrooper.

Your attention to detail leads me to believe that both Tony and Andrew will be very happy to see your EIB and Centurion Applications come through, with the expectation that it will not require much hard work for either of them.

Again, congratulations, and know that all of us here are happy that you took this step, and cannot wait for you to make the next steps.  We all know that the results will be phenomenal.

Welcome aboard, my friend!

[starsaber25[Admin]]

Yes Tino congrats on your approval!  It's interesting to hear how many people had the same plans when they first started off.  I too was going to just build a TK and stick it on a mannequin.  I'm always happy to hear the people who change their minds.  It has been a fun few years for me.  Have fun going out there and trooping!  I hope to see your EIB and Centurion applications soon.

[allan1313[TK]]

Welcome aboard Tino! It can be a long and winding journey, but its worth it in the end.

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[msouza[TK]]

Welcome aboard Tino!! Doesn't matter what path you took to get here we're just glad that you did! And if you put half as much attention to detail in your armor as you do with your E-11 builds then I see a Centurion badge in your future.