DarthStevius Posted March 26, 2017 Share Posted March 26, 2017 Starting off my application for PO. MEPD forum name: Stevieboy (aka. Darth_Stevius) Garrison: Terror Australis Additional Info: Pretty much the full kit is from RS Prop Masters with a couple of adaptations including additional weathering, weapon wiring and bottle replacement on backpack 501st member details: https://www.501st.com/members/displaymemberdetails.php?userID=24130 There's several "attitude" pics as I was enjoying myself so thought I'd share. Please let me know anything I've missed or other photo's required. thanks for your review. Helmet Weapon Action shots Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCRIBBLER Posted March 26, 2017 Share Posted March 26, 2017 Your request has been accepted and your official review will begin within the next 24 hours. Stand by... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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LoveMonkey Posted March 26, 2017 Share Posted March 26, 2017 Looks like a solid submission, good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airborne Trooper Posted March 26, 2017 Share Posted March 26, 2017 Looking good, mate! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCRIBBLER Posted March 26, 2017 Share Posted March 26, 2017 @ Steve - Thanks for your interest in joining the ranks of the MEPD, Mate! Let's begin... APPLICATION REVIEW (PART 1) Name: Steve R Alder-Goad Legion ID #: TD-18969 Forum Name: Stevieboy Garrison: Terror Australis I.) HELMET: a.) Green Lenses -- CHECK b.) Paint Color on Traps / Tears -- CHECK c.) Correct Number Of Teeth -- CHECK d.) Mic Tips -- CHECK e.) Vocoder Color (Black) -- CHECK f.) Tube Stripes -- CHECK g.) Rank Bar -- CHECK h.) Brow -- CHECK i.) Side Screws (Ears): CHECK j.) Weathering: (SEE COMMENTS) ** Additional Comments -- -- DEPLOYMENT OFFICER NOTES:: Outstanding construction! Great work! The weathering is the only thing I would say to tweak a bit. The patterns are fine, but the overall tone looks more 'dirt-like' as opposed to sand. Can you test out a section of the bucket with a mix of more sand like color? A few dabs here and there. That is probably all it really needs to achieve the 'look'. II.) Armor / Suit Details: a.) Canvas / Nylon Straps -- CHECK b.) Neck Seal -- CHECK c.) Black Undersuit -- CHECK d.) Shoulder Bells -- CHECK e.) Biceps -- CHECK f.) Forearms -- CHECK g.) Pauldron -- (SEE COMMENTS) h.) Chest / Back Plate -- CHECK I.) Kidney / Butt Plate -- CHECK j.) Ab Plate / Side Rivets / Cod -- (SEE COMMENTS) k.) Thighs -- CHECK l.) Shins / Calves -- CHECK m.) Sniper Plate -- CHECK n.) Boots -- CHECK o.) Gloves -- CHECK p.) Hand Plates / Guards -- CHECK q.) Ammo Belt (Waist) w/ correct Angled Edges -- CHECK r.) Ammo Belt (Right Knee) -- CHECK s.) Canvas Belt -- CHECK t.) Pouches -- CHECK u.) Weathering -- (SEE COMMENTS) v.) Crotch Snaps -- CHECK -- DEPLOYMENT OFFICER NOTES:: Great looking rig, Brother! Can you post a closeup of your upper ight AB SNAP detail? Your white pauldron may not be acceptable though. Stand by on confirmation. Your White One... The flat smooth look is acceptable for the Orange and Black pauldrons, but I do believe the White Pauldron should have this appearance in regards to the groove details...Also, as mentioned in the Bucket Section, a few tweaks on your present armor weathering colors and you'll be good to go here, Brother! Our goal is to make sure each and every member is close to accurate as possible while still maintaining each armor's unique appearance and personality. It also will save you hassle / time and eliminate the frustrating review roadblocks if you decide to take on the SWAT program later. III.) BACKPACK: a.) Details -- CHECK b..) Weathering -- CHECK -- DEPLOYMENT OFFICER NOTES:: You are all set here, Troop! IV.) WEAPON(S): T-21 a.) Details -- CHECK b..) Weathering -- CHECK -- DEPLOYMENT OFFICER NOTES:: Your DLT is good to go. Very nice!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarthStevius Posted March 26, 2017 Author Share Posted March 26, 2017 Thank you for your quick turn-around and feedback.Ironic that using actual sand has made my weathering look non-sand like but I take the point you're making. I have sone acrylic paints I can add to this with over the next couple of days.I'll also provide the extra photo requested- I assume you mean behind the pouch on my right side?Let me know if this your final decision on the Pauldron for PO. I fully appreciate it's not for SWAT, but maybe ok for PO?Next update will be in a couple of days. Cheers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCRIBBLER Posted March 26, 2017 Share Posted March 26, 2017 @ Steve - This detail actually... As for the other mod requests, looking forward to seeing your changes. I will also get a definite answer for you in regards to your Pauldron. Even though this isn't a SWAT Review, we still want to keep all deployed officers as close to accurate as possible. The extra work and attention to detail is definitely worth it. SWAT status is just the cherry on top of any committed MEPD TD's build. You are close, Brother! We'll see you on the Roster soon for sure! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KCman Posted March 27, 2017 Share Posted March 27, 2017 Docking Bay shot with smooth white paldron Sent from my SM-G920W8 using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCRIBBLER Posted March 27, 2017 Share Posted March 27, 2017 That could be one of the black pauldrons flipped over, meaning a more SWAT like detail. But, it just may be enough to clear the standard P.O. requirements. Confirmation shortly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCRIBBLER Posted March 27, 2017 Share Posted March 27, 2017 @ Steve - you are good to go on your pauldron! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarthStevius Posted March 27, 2017 Author Share Posted March 27, 2017 Awesome news thank you for coming back so quick. Will revert with requested photo and weathering update shortly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarthStevius Posted March 27, 2017 Author Share Posted March 27, 2017 Is this more what you're after or too much now? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airborne Trooper Posted March 27, 2017 Share Posted March 27, 2017 Not too sure about that yellow. I think you would have been better off just dulling down the brown. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trooper1 Posted March 27, 2017 Share Posted March 27, 2017 Agree, or mix the light and dark together. Put it on and wipe 90% off. Just like a stain. also removing some of the ?? How to word it.. The coffee ground look may help. while it neat, may just be a bit much. rememeber sand, unless wet, falls back off usually. So in this case, less is more. No worries though, your almost there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarthStevius Posted March 27, 2017 Author Share Posted March 27, 2017 yeah! It does show far too yellow on the computer. I toned it back for the rest of the kit and pulled back the helmet too. The 'coffee' look is actually red sand from our outback so attempting to get a 'local' look without detracting so far screen accuracy! Not too easy to scale it back without ruining what's there, but if my updated attempts don't work I may have to think about starting again... Requested additional photo re-worked weathering across the remaining costume. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airborne Trooper Posted March 27, 2017 Share Posted March 27, 2017 The thing about using real sand is you have to find a balance. Since the Australian sand is so dark it might be better to use it selectively instead of exclusively. Think about walking through a desert with your armor on. You would really only have grainy sand in recessed areas. I would recommend using acrylics to get your base and add a little bit of sand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trooper1 Posted March 27, 2017 Share Posted March 27, 2017 Re emphasizing what Airborne said. Also the sand will usually settle on tops of horitontal parts. Usually not on vertical parts, unless for some reason it was wet. So for all the creases that are vertical you may tone it back. Also the under sides. Hope this helps. I know on mine I used the paints and then while wet, I just added tile grout to give quick dusting. Not too much just a subtle bit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoveMonkey Posted March 27, 2017 Share Posted March 27, 2017 I feel your pain brother, I had to do my weathering 3 times before I got my GML to sign off on it. I would still work the colors back so they aren't so dark, just lighter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purplehaze Posted March 28, 2017 Share Posted March 28, 2017 Steve, if you would like me to give you a hand with your weathering I am happy to do so. I know you don't want the same amount of Greasy oily dirt that I have, but I am happy to show you the application process. Andrew. P.S. We meet at Somerville. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dutchy Posted March 28, 2017 Share Posted March 28, 2017 You're so close to the finish now! Meeting up with Purplehaze sounds like a good plan! Good luck and looking forward to your final result Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarthStevius Posted March 28, 2017 Author Share Posted March 28, 2017 Thanks all. I do appreciate the feedback and support from everyone so far. Probably rushing this last bit in my excitement! Will revert back shortly with some updated weathering. 20 minutes ago, Purplehaze said: Steve, if you would like me to give you a hand with your weathering I am happy to do so. I know you don't want the same amount of Greasy oily dirt that I have, but I am happy to show you the application process. Andrew. P.S. We meet at Somerville. Andrew, I might just take you up on that thanks. I'll get in touch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airborne Trooper Posted March 28, 2017 Share Posted March 28, 2017 Steve, I hope you realize that we are only looking out for you so you look your best. Please don't take it personal or that we are overly nit picky. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCRIBBLER Posted March 28, 2017 Share Posted March 28, 2017 @ Steve - Excellent progress, Mate! Echoing my fellow Command Staffers, we just want to make sure you are on the right path and that your rig is the best that it could and WILL be! You are definitely almost there! Let's continue... APPLICATION REVIEW (PART 2) Name: Steve R Alder-Goad Legion ID #: TD-18969 Forum Name: Stevieboy Garrison: Terror Australis II.) Armor / Suit Details: a.) Canvas / Nylon Straps -- CHECK b.) Neck Seal -- CHECK c.) Black Undersuit -- CHECK d.) Shoulder Bells -- CHECK e.) Biceps -- CHECK f.) Forearms -- CHECK g.) Pauldron -- CHECK h.) Chest / Back Plate -- CHECK I.) Kidney / Butt Plate -- CHECK j.) Ab Plate / Side Rivets / Cod -- CHECK k.) Thighs -- CHECK l.) Shins / Calves -- CHECK m.) Sniper Plate -- CHECK n.) Boots -- CHECK o.) Gloves -- CHECK p.) Hand Plates / Guards -- CHECK q.) Ammo Belt (Waist) w/ correct Angled Edges -- CHECK r.) Ammo Belt (Right Knee) -- CHECK s.) Canvas Belt -- CHECK t.) Pouches -- CHECK u.) Weathering -- (SEE COMMENTS) v.) Crotch Snaps -- CHECK -- DEPLOYMENT OFFICER NOTES:: Everything looks great, Brother! The weathering is the only thing you need to take care of. A very frustrating process indeed, but well worth it in the end. No worries, we have a spot reserved for you in the Precinct. Just take your time, heed the advice of your fellow TDs and get this part as close to spot on as possible. We'll be here waiting! You are definitely going to be another fine addition to our ranks! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SID Posted March 30, 2017 Share Posted March 30, 2017 So good work is a beautiful finale. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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