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Reminder! The Legion elections closing statements will end today with voting starting tomorrow Friday 02/11/2021 [11/02/2021]. Keep in mind that the times are in GMT not your local system time.

Glad to hear everyone at RS is safe. I’m sorry about the schedule impact but they’ll make it good with their quality. I think you’re wise to wait for weathering until the lid arrives. It’s best to have the whole package so it all looks uniform.

First of nice work and kudos to you for suiting up and posting some pics! It really allows us to get a good look at how it fits you. That's really important with this costume as that's how you bring off the look. You've done a great job suiting and building and you should be proud. Chopper and AradunFF have given you some good pointers so take their advice and you'll look all that much better. Keep up the great work!

Attention all Pathfinders! The nomination period has ended for Pathfinder DL with no additional candidates. This means that our current DL will continue in his assigned role. Congratulations to Mickey Bukowski (Bikerscout007) Pathfinder Detachment Leader for 2021!

Congrats Nathan! Great work and way to hang in there! If you want to go for Lancer, and I hope you do, give Chopper and I a shout out.

It’s the thingie that “rolls” over on the edge of your armor. That’s a technical term for it. On the KS it’s rather pronounced so Chopper is suggesting that you don’t have to keep all of it. That means you can remove it with a tool of your choosing but not a halberd using a halberd might damage the overall armor but lexan scissors or a Dremel would be a good choice. Give us some pics and Chopper (who is an expert I might add) and I can give you some guidance on how to make it look striking. Psssshtt you have the painting abilities of DaVinci dude! Get some masking tape and mask off the snout and shoot it (not with a real firearm mind you) with either spray (we call that a “rattle-can”) or brush paint it with some acrylic. We’re always here to help you so let us know if we can.

Dude! You are looking great It's great to see your Mom up and about too my dude! I"m only sorry that Cloud City gets you instead of the Dune Sea because I would have looked forward to trooping with you. Great work trooper!

Attention all Pathfinders! The Legion election process is now underway and the nomination and voting link in the previous post is now LIVE. Keep an eye on the dates for each phase listed and remember all times are in GMT not your local system time.

We've all been there Nathan and I'm glad you took a breather and jumped back into it. We're behind you 100% so keep up the great work!

The struggle is real! May your BBB day come soon trooper!

Rotate those biceps around a little and move them up they are a smidge too far back and a little low. Then bring your forearms down a little so they sit over the top of your gauntlet by about half. That way those two pieces won’t rub and give you the armor pinches! You’re looking really good Nathan! Nice Work!

Pathfinders, the Election Portal link is active BUT it will not be accessible until Feb 1, 2021 when nominations open. Nomination and Voting Link: https://www.501st.com/elections/

Hey Nathan while I applaud your diligence in wanting to build to Lancer spec remember that the sleeve length is not an issue for basic approval. You’ll need basic before you apply for Lancer so don’t let that impact your submission if you’re ready. You can always work the Lancer upgrades after you’re approved. Just some food for thought. You are doing just great so keep it up!

I see that on my wife’s boots from time to time. Here’s a good article that might be of help. https://www.leather-dictionary.com/index.php/Fatty_spue_-_Fat_marks_on_leather

You can do it! We can help! We’re here if you need so don’t hesitate to shout out!

You need time to heal up trooper so take it and don't push yourself! Once you're back in the pink you can get those pics done and submitted. We're always here for you if you need us.

Adding a handy visual of the election process created by ID-17387 of the UKG. https://www.501st.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=108091

Yeah that’s a bummer but at least he provided a refund. With COVID raging around the world there are quite a few bottlenecks and things have just gotten slower. We have a host of talented vendors in the Trade forum that you can work with for your soft goods you might want to check out before committing to IB. It might also be worth it to post up in the CCG forums as well to see who might be able to help you sew your own. I know it’s frustrating but don’t let this setback derail ya. There are plenty of options and plenty of folks that can help get you back on track.

Adding additional links available on the 501st boards. General Elections 2021 Social Media and Harassment - https://www.501st.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=287&t=108090 General Elections 2021 Procedural and Technical Queries - https://www.501st.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=287&t=108087 General Elections 2021 PINs, Voting Method, and FAQs - https://www.501st.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=287&t=108086 General Elections 2021 and the Legion Member Database - https://www.501st.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=287&t=108085 Note that this last one is very important! On February 1st, 2021 12:01AM GMT units will NOT be able to modify the member db to change a member status from Active, Reserve, or Retired. Keep in mind that only Active members can vote in the elections as discussed in my first post. I would recommend that all Pathfinders review their member status via the 501st site and check their membership status, active costumes, and detachment affiliations and make any updates necessary prior to the end of the month. Ad hastam dormire faciet!

That’s looking just fine Nathan! Remember that any gapping will be filled in with your flight suit and vest. You’re moving along just fine!

Maybe give the Shoretrooper Soft Armor Forum a look through? You might find some more resources there for vendors. http://forum.501stpathfinders.com/index.php?/forum/153-shoretrooper-soft-parts/ Looks like you’re moving right along with the armor and paint! Keep up the great work!

I do every time. A couple of times I’ve gotten bit by the weight causing it to fall off when I’m clowning around for the audience but unless I’m in an ocean of little ones (who delight in snagging off my belt) I wear it. I just don’t like to be out of uniform.

Congrats Pathfinder!

You’re not alone Jeremy. We’ve all been there at one time and you’re doing great! Keep asking those great questions and plugging away at it and you’l be done before you know it. You should be proud of what you’ve accomplished so far.

That’s great! Looking forward to seeing this complete and let us know if we can help in any way!