gmrhodes13[Staff] Posted July 21, 2020 Report Posted July 21, 2020 Going to be some happy people who built Captain Cardinal costumes, there is now a Black Series figure, depending on the current LMO's this could see a new CRL, then it would be what detachment does it fall under. https://www.target.com/p/star-wars-the-black-series-captain-cardinal-toy-figure/-/A-79416662 GUEST_e57a74e0-f763-4064-92f4-a07a77b1af77.webp 5 Quote
CptCasey[TK] Posted July 22, 2020 Report Posted July 22, 2020 I would love to see a CRLSent from my iPad using Tapatalk Quote
Sly11[Admin] Posted July 24, 2020 Report Posted July 24, 2020 Need someone who is interested in building it to start the CRL. Quote
CptCasey[TK] Posted July 24, 2020 Report Posted July 24, 2020 If no one starts it by the time I get my armor, I’ll look into it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote
StarTrooper Posted July 24, 2020 Report Posted July 24, 2020 Would there be a TFA and a TLJ helmet variant CRL? Since on the book cover it’s a TFA helmet but on the figure it’s a TLJ. Or would the figure’s helmet be considered Non Canon? Quote
gmrhodes13[Staff] Posted July 24, 2020 Author Report Posted July 24, 2020 3 hours ago, StarTrooper said: Would there be a TFA and a TLJ helmet variant CRL? Since on the book cover it’s a TFA helmet but on the figure it’s a TLJ. Or would the figure’s helmet be considered Non Canon? It would be up to the LMO's. I believe there are discussions whether a figure is enough reference for a CRL, this has changed from year to year depending on who is in the role, we have seen CRL's made in the past from just a figure so we will have to see. CRL's are only made when someone has built a costume and seeks approval. There is then the discussion of which detachment will home Cardinal as he would be considered a specialist and not "white armor". Even if they allow a figure for reference I would say it would be with the helmet that was being worn on the figure EVEN when the helmet does not fit the time period of when it was being worn. Still not enough full reference material from a book 1 Quote
tarok[TK] Posted July 25, 2020 Report Posted July 25, 2020 Aren’t the LMO currently considering a CRL for the FO Mountain Trooper, a 6” figure which was exclusively available from Galaxy’s Edge? Quote
gmrhodes13[Staff] Posted July 25, 2020 Author Report Posted July 25, 2020 11 minutes ago, tarok said: Aren’t the LMO currently considering a CRL for the FO Mountain Trooper, a 6” figure which was exclusively available from Galaxy’s Edge? Indeed and there is a build and CRL being worked on for that one, it's still listed on the NTLC page https://databank.501st.com/databank/New_to_the_Legion_Costumes_in_Progress But in my mind is not clear enough in detail as well as it is the only reference and does not follow CRL reference requirements The character must be represented visually by an officially authorized Star Wars publication. Ideally, clear full body front/back/side reference should be available, but can be examined on a case by case basis. Costumes based only on text descriptions cannot be approved. An action figure or statue may be used as supplemental reference, but cannot not be the sole reference. McQuarrie concept characters, and other characters whose only reference exists in concept are open for Legion consideration on a “case-by-case basis”. As I say ultimately at this stage it's up to the LMO's if they will approve a CRL for a figure and this can change depending on who is in the role, be nice to get this locked down once and for all, it has happened in the past. For those interested here is the guidelines for new costume approval https://databank.501st.com/databank/Costuming:CRLGuide 2 Quote
tarok[TK] Posted July 25, 2020 Report Posted July 25, 2020 Thanks Glenn - never knew about that list of NTL costumes It seems like what is an acceptable reference, and not, for a CRL has been a contentious issue for a while, despite the clearly (IMO) documented guidelines. Quote
CptCasey[TK] Posted July 25, 2020 Report Posted July 25, 2020 The problem with the process, if I understand correctly, is you have to build it before they can approve the CRL. Especially with this character who is based on a existing costume. I’d love for them to say, yes, this is is approvable with this helmet, armor cape, etc. Or even just a no, do not proceed. It’s a lot of money and time to go into something that could we could write a CRL for and then build a costume for. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote
gmrhodes13[Staff] Posted July 25, 2020 Author Report Posted July 25, 2020 1 hour ago, CptCasey said: The problem with the process, if I understand correctly, is you have to build it before they can approve the CRL. Especially with this character who is based on a existing costume. I’d love for them to say, yes, this is is approvable with this helmet, armor cape, etc. Or even just a no, do not proceed. It’s a lot of money and time to go into something that could we could write a CRL for and then build a costume for. You can always reach out to the LMO's to enquire, never know you may get an answer lmo@501st.com 1 Quote
CrookKnight[TK] Posted July 30, 2020 Report Posted July 30, 2020 seriously considering building this one. Kind of started 2 years ago, but stopped since there was no CRL. Guess I will need to buy the figure first. 1 Quote
Sly11[Admin] Posted July 31, 2020 Report Posted July 31, 2020 9 hours ago, CrookKnight said: seriously considering building this one. Kind of started 2 years ago, but stopped since there was no CRL. Guess I will need to buy the figure first. Follow the existing TLJ CRL and make notes as you go for any changes required t suit Cardinal. Then we need to sell it to the LMO's for a green light. Occasionally they are hesitant to allow CRL's off action figures but it has happened in the past. 1 Quote
CrookKnight[TK] Posted July 31, 2020 Report Posted July 31, 2020 Follow the existing TLJ CRL and make notes as you go for any changes required t suit Cardinal. Then we need to sell it to the LMO's for a green light. occasionally they are hesitent to allow CRL's off action figures but it has happened in the past.Time to get the Action Figure.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote
CrookKnight[TK] Posted July 31, 2020 Report Posted July 31, 2020 I am going to start posting progress this weekend on my build thread.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 2 Quote
Sly11[Admin] Posted August 1, 2020 Report Posted August 1, 2020 I have spoken with the LMO's and they are ok with this to go ahead. There are a few things they would like to see in your thread with regards to research. 1. TFA helmet is what the LMO's are leaning towards as this is a TFA era character that was gone before TLJ (yeah I know Hasbro used the TLJ helmet, but it's a conversation you and I can have) 2. They would like to see research from cross-referencing as cardinal has a description in the book and now the action figure that should take care of any parts that are different from the standard Storm troopers. Good luck Shawn, I'm looking forward to this build and am here to help you with the CRL. 1 Quote
CrookKnight[TK] Posted August 1, 2020 Report Posted August 1, 2020 Awesome. I am glad they are going with the TFA helmet.Going to get the action figure now.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote
CrookKnight[TK] Posted August 1, 2020 Report Posted August 1, 2020 Problem is going to be finding the black series figure.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote
CptCasey[TK] Posted August 1, 2020 Report Posted August 1, 2020 I don’t think it’s released until Aug 30th. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Quote
gmrhodes13[Staff] Posted August 1, 2020 Author Report Posted August 1, 2020 I see some are available for pre order on eBay and them mention September release Quote
CrookKnight[TK] Posted August 2, 2020 Report Posted August 2, 2020 Anyone have the book? I will need the excerpts that describe his armor. I only have the audible version.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote
CrookKnight[TK] Posted August 2, 2020 Report Posted August 2, 2020 Started the thread on at the following location: 2 Quote
NitroSpartacus[501st] Posted August 30, 2020 Report Posted August 30, 2020 Like many others, I didn't get a chance to pre-order the figure. I even tried waking up in the middle of the night just before the "release" time with the tiny glimmer of hope that I could snag one and not have to run out, still to no avail. I got up and went to Target before it opened and found there were two people there in front of me. I made nice small talk with both of them just in hopes they wouldn't just horde whatever figures were available. The first guy bolted when the doors opened and managed to scour every toy isle before I got there. He was angry because he said he saw them on Friday, but the register wouldn't allow them to be rung up. What really got him going was there was not a single Target exclusive out on the shelves. He ran off to find a manager who went to the back and after about 10 min she returned with a small cart of all the Target exclusives they had. She asked what you guys are looking for and the first guy pointed at the black series figures and she said grab whatever you want. I looked and saw there were only three Capt. Cardinals. The first guy grabbed all three and my heart just sunk. He immediately turned around and handed one to the second guy and then to me. Faith in humanity restored. What a roller coaster of a morning. Link to photos in Shawn's Build thread... 3 Quote
gmrhodes13[Staff] Posted August 30, 2020 Author Report Posted August 30, 2020 WOW I'm surprised he didn't take all three and run, glad to see there is some kindness left in the world Quote
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