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I've finally done it. - Jaspie - Tuesday 25-Aug-2015
G'day folks,
I'm Jarred, I'm 27, from CQ and last year a good mate of mine told me about the 501st and I was interested immediately but for various reasons I've just gotten around to registering. I've adored Star Wars since I was 8 and I have Asperger's (hence my username - and I realise I'm therefore a walking a cliche), so this cause is doubly significant to me. I wouldn't feel uneasy about attending any of the events; however, I'm rather frugal and not that good with my hands, so actually making a costume myself might be hard, though I would be happy to try (and I have numerous other commitments as I'm sure you all do). I'm also 6'4, so costume ideas like Gamorrean Guards et cetera are out. Bib Fortuna or General Grievous, however, may be possible. Of course there's also Vader et al but I know how common those are and I like standing out.
Suggestions? Advice? I look forward to your replies.
Cheers,
Jarred
RE: I've finally done it. - Dw - Tuesday 25-Aug-2015
Hi jaspie,
Welcome to the Redbacks always lots of people here to get costume ideas from.
Cheers
RE: I've finally done it. - Jaspie - Tuesday 25-Aug-2015
Cheers, Dw, I'm happy to join, and I can't wait to bring some joy where it's needed.
I've finally done it. - Duras - Tuesday 25-Aug-2015
Welcome Jaspie!
RE: I've finally done it. - APOK - Tuesday 25-Aug-2015
Ola. Where abouts in CQ do you hail from? We have troopers all over the place and it is always good to meet up with them and learn the ropes at a troop or pub for a beer.
RE: I've finally done it. - Jaspie - Tuesday 25-Aug-2015
Rockhampton. By the way, how do we upload profile pics?
RE: I've finally done it. - Bally - Tuesday 25-Aug-2015
Welcome mate.
RE: I've finally done it. - Jaspie - Tuesday 25-Aug-2015
Thanks, and ignore that question. As you can see I just figured it out.
RE: I've finally done it. - MjrD - Tuesday 25-Aug-2015
Welcome
RE: I've finally done it. - Teiwaz - Tuesday 25-Aug-2015
Welcome.
RE: I've finally done it. - Disco - Tuesday 25-Aug-2015
Welcome mate!
I've finally done it. - Diatium - Tuesday 25-Aug-2015
Welcome :-)
I've finally done it. - Sly - Tuesday 25-Aug-2015
G'day Jarred and welcome to the forums. I'm in Rocky approximately every 5 weeks, happy to catch up next month when I'm up , usually stay there on a Monday night.
RE: I've finally done it. - DarkFather - Tuesday 25-Aug-2015
Welcome.
RE: I've finally done it. - MyKill - Tuesday 25-Aug-2015
Welcome, my friend.
I'm 6'8", so trust me, you have many options for costuming.
Keeping the budget low, take a look at one of the imperial uniforms. I went ANH Warrant Officer for my first costume (I'm one vogue covershoot away from applying for approval!).
A soft uniform like the Warrant Officer is relatively easy to put together (I took my time, and I've gotten everything in 3 months or so. And it's got a minimum of "greeblies" (accessories), the only 'fabrication' I've done was punch the holes in my belt and hat). However, be prepared for how much data you will burn on your phone looking for stuff!!!
Mine's going to be very useful for "wrangling" (watching out for your troopers at events) because you can do it in character, and not (ironically) stand out in the public's photos (although some would say I'd stand out in satellite photos
)On this kind of uniform, the boots are the hardest part, its the old line of fast, cheap or good, pick two!
Hope that helps.