kracker98

There is no belt on the KOTOR II version of Nihilus.

I personally don't see any difference.

Congrats on your approval!

In my opinion if it says it should be the same material, then it should be the same material. My Nihilus is made out of raw black silk for every layer, except the arms, and I don't think that it's that heavy or uncomfortable. You're wearing all black so heat wise it's going to be hot no matter what.

Here are my opinions of the costume, I hope they help. 1. The hood definitely has a bead around the edge of the opening, though I wouldn't say it's a pronounced as the couch cushion. It also definitely has a seam forming a large ring close to the opening. 2. You can see that there looks to be 2 capes, one smaller than the other, but without seeing the back it's hard to tell how the smaller one drapes, or is connected. The one cape looks like it is tied in a knot around her neck, almost a little similar to Darth Nihilus. 3. She is wearing a cross over style tunic with baggy sleeves that are stuffed into the bracelets she's wearing. 4. She has a definite bracelet on, but if you look closely at her bent arm it almost looks like there is a pointed armor piece that reaches up to her elbow. 5. The tabards that come out of the bottom of her corset are a little like the loin cloth that Darth Maul wears that attach to hid belt. You could probably just attach them to the underside of the corset. 6. I'm not sure if she is wearing a hakama or if she has a split skirt. Without seeing a better image it could be either one. It definitely looks like you two are on the right track. I hope you hear back from the illustrators, that would be a huge help. Also your friend is more than welcome to register for the forums here. I was not a member of the 501st when I first registered to look for help on my first costume. I hope this all helps.

Updated to new format.

Updated to new format.

Awesome, I can't wait to see how it turns out!

Draft of CRL posted and open for discussion. Need updated pictures to go with everything.

Draft of CRL posted and open for discussion. Need updated picture to go with everything.

First off welcome to the forums and good luck with your build. I was probably more excited than I should have been when I saw Nihilus coming to Galaxy of Heroes. To me the fabric looks like it should work good, however it sounds like there might be some confusion as to which version you are making. The guide that Pam made for Nihilus is based off of the COTF version not KOTOR II. While I can't tell if you have a slit up the middle of the skirt, just so you know the KOTOR version doesn't have that. Also the tunic for the KOTOR version is not a cross over style tunic. Finally the mask that you linked is not correct. If you have any other question please feel free to ask.

My boots go halfway up my calf. That should be about the right length of them. They should be alright as long as they are not as short as tennis shoes.

Congrats on your approvals!

My zipper boots I bought off of ebay. My straight jackboots I bought from Hessen Antique.

CRL's are going to be going over changes in the near future. It will be a long process so bear with us as we work on them.

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********** DRAFT ********** Required Costume Components The following costume components are present and appear as described below. Cowl For 501st approval: The cowl is made of opaque black fabric with a suitable drape. It includes a correctly sized triangular over each temple, and the back of the head is unusually square in shape. These effects are best produced by attaching a support structure to the top of the white mask, which the cowl may then be draped over. The cowl is attached to the upper edge of the white mask in order to block the top of the head from view. The cowl drapes downward and rests on the costumer's chest, creating a closed oval frame around the face. The cowl does not have to be attached to the cape, but a connection is acceptable. The cowl is made of opaque black fabric with a suitable drape. The hood gathers to points on both sides of the head, forming a triangular shape at each temple. The back of the head is unusually square in shape. This effect is best produced by attaching a support structure on the top of the head over which the hood can then be draped over. The cowl is attached to the upper edge of the white mask in order to block the top of the head from view. The cowl drapes downward and rests on the costumer's chest, creating a closed oval frame around the face. The cowl does not have to be attached to the cape, but a connection is acceptable. Mask For 501st approval: The stylized skull-like mask is white or off-white in color. The mask extends from the lips to at least the top of the forehead, and may continue further beneath the cowl. Two red stripes are located over the eye holes. Each red stripe extends upward with a slight taper. A metallic silver forehead design consists of a two layered bar that goes from the top edge of the nose to the top of the forehead. It includes a silver oval in the center of the forehead and a fan shaped silver design. The stylized skull-like mask is white in color. The mask extends from the lips to at least the top of the forehead, and may continue further beneath the cowl. Two red stripes are located over the eye holes. Each red stripe extends upward with a slight taper. The silver forehead design consists of a two-layer bar which starts at the top edge of nose. The bar connects to an oval design in the center of the forehead, and then narrows again until it reaches the edge of cowl/hood. At that point it expands outward into a second oval with two smaller ovals going out to either side getting gradually smaller. The mask should be overall smooth in appearance. (note: COTF mask is not acceptable with this version of costume.) Blackout Mask For 501st approval: The costumer's face is blacked out behind the white mask. This may be accomplished with black body paint, a sculpted black mask, or a tight-fitting fabric blackout mask. The eyes are hidden with black sclera lenses or the fabric of a blackout hood. The costumer's face is blacked out behind the white mask. This may be accomplished with a sculpted black mask or a tight-fitting fabric blackout mask. The eyes are hidden with black sclera lenses or the fabric of a blackout hood. Cape For 501st approval: The cape is made of an opaque black fabric. It is sewn to the outer tunic at the front of the shoulders, using a gathered seam with very large stitching. The cape hangs back over the shoulders, reaching nearly to the floor. The cape is made of an opaque black fabric. It is sewn to the outer tunic at the front of the shoulders, using a gathered seam with very large stitching. The cape hangs back over the shoulders, reaching nearly to the floor. Shirt For 501st approval: The shirt is made of opaque black fabric that is form-fitting and has long sleeves. The shirt is made of opaque black fabric that is form-fitting and has long sleeves. Outer tunic For 501st approval: The outer layer consists of a somewhat fitted sleeveless tunic with a layer of heavy padding or armor hidden under the fabric of the chest area. High loft quilt batting or a more rigid material may be used to create the padded look of the tunic chest. The outer fabric is not sewn to the base of this padding; instead it hangs loosely over the stomach. The outer layer consists of a somewhat fitted sleeveless tunic with a layer of heavy padding or armor hidden under the fabric of the chest area. High loft quilt batting or a more rigid material may be used to create the padded look of the tunic chest. The outer fabric is not sewn to the base of this padding; instead it hangs loosely over the stomach. Gloves For 501st approval: The black gloves reach at least halfway up the forearms. The gloves do not have any straps, buckles, snaps, or extra decoration, and they should not have a large flare at the opening. The black leather gloves are gauntleted with a shaft reaching halfway up the forearm. There is no flare on the gauntlet. The gloves do not have any straps, buckles, snaps, stitching, or extra decoration. Skirt and Obi For 501st approval: The skirt is made of opaque black fabric that reaches nearly to the floor. The skirt is made with enough material to create a gathered effect around the body, and is not tight or form-fitting. The obi is approximately 4 cm in width. If desired, the obi may be incorporated into the waistband of the skirt. The skirt is made of opaque black fabric that reaches nearly to the floor. The skirt is made with enough material to create a gathered effect around the body, and is not tight or form-fitting. The obi is approximately 4 cm in width. If desired, the obi may be incorporated into the waistband of the skirt. Boots For 501st approval: Plain black boots are worn. They do not have visible straps, buckles, or laces. Calf high plain black boots are worn. They do not have visible straps, buckles, or laces. (Note: boots with zippers are acceptable; however the zippers should not be visible.) Optional Accessories Items below are optional costume accessories. These items are not required for approval, but if present appear as described below. Lightsaber For 501st approval: The hilt resembles one of the Knights of the Old Republic II or COTF single bladed lightsaber hilts. If the lightsaber has a blade, the blade must be red in color. The hilt resembles one of the Knights of the Old Republic II single bladed lightsaber hilts. If the lightsaber has a blade, the blade must be red in color.

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********** DRAFT ********** Required Costume Components The following costume components are present and appear as described below. Hood and Cape For 501st approval: The hood and cape are made from a single piece of black fabric. The hood gathers to points on both sides of the head, forming a triangular shape at each temple. This effect is best produced by attaching a triangular support structure on the top of the head over which the hood can then be draped over. The hood must be attached to the upper edge of the mask just above the silver decoration on the forehead so that it will block the top of the head from view. The hood drapes downward and rests on the costumer's chest, creating a frame around the face. The cape and hood gather at the upper chest and the two sides of the fabric are tied together at the upper sternum with a single knot. The bottom edge of the cape nearly reaches the floor and is heavily tattered. The hood and cape are made from a single piece of black fabric. The hood gathers to points on both sides of the head, forming a triangular shape at each temple. The back of the head is unusually square in shape. This effect is best produced by attaching a support structure on the top of the head over which the hood can then be draped over. The hood must be attached to the upper edge of the mask just above the silver decoration on the forehead so that it will block the top of the head from view. The hood drapes downward and rests on the costumer's chest, creating a frame around the face. The cape and hood gather at the upper chest and the two sides of the fabric are tied together at the upper sternum with a single knot. The loose ends of the knot are not visible. The bottom edge of the cape nearly reaches the floor and is heavily tattered. (note: fabric must be true black in color.) Mask For 501st approval: The stylized, skull-like mask is white or off-white in color. It extends from the lips to at least the top of the forehead, and may continue further beneath the cowl. The mask has two red stripes; Located over the eye holes, each stripe extends upward with a slight taper. The silver forehead design consists of a two-layer bar which starts at the top edge of nose. The bar connects to an oval design in the center of the forehead, and then narrows again until it reaches the edge of cowl/hood. At that point it expands outward into a second oval with two smaller ovals going out to either side getting gradually smaller. The stylized, skull-like mask is white in color. It extends from the lips to at least the top of the forehead, and may continue further beneath the cowl. The mask has two red stripes; Located over the eye holes, each stripe extends upward with a slight taper. The silver forehead design consists of a two-layer bar which starts at the top edge of nose. The bar connects to an oval design in the center of the forehead, and then narrows again until it reaches the edge of cowl/hood. At that point it expands outward into a second oval with two smaller ovals going out to either side getting gradually smaller. (note: KOTOR II style mask is not acceptable with this version.) Blackout Mask For 501st approval: Darth Nihilus's face is a living shadow. As a costume, this effect may be accomplished by using black makeup, a sculpted black mask, or a tight-fitting fabric blackout mask. The costumer’s eyes may not be visible, and must be hidden with black sclera lenses* or the fabric of a blackout hood. All persons wishing to utilize contact lenses are encouraged to first see their optometrist for a fitting. Darth Nihilus's face is a living shadow. As a costume, this effect may be accomplished by using a sculpted black mask or a tight-fitting fabric blackout mask. The costumer’s eyes may not be visible, and must be hidden with black sclera lenses or the fabric of a blackout hood. Quilted Sleeves For 501st approval: The sleeves are made from a smoother fabric than the rest of the costume. These sleeves are quilted to create a vertical ribbed pattern. The sleeves may be attached to a black undershirt, or they may be attached to the arm holes of the inner tunic, giving the illusion that there is another shirt worn under the inner tunic. The sleeves are made from a smoother fabric than the rest of the costume. These sleeves look quilted in appearance, this is done by creating a vertical ribbed pattern. The sleeves may be attached to a black undershirt, or they may be attached to the arm holes of the inner tunic, giving the illusion that there is another shirt worn under the inner tunic. Gloves For 501st approval: The black leather gloves are gauntleted with a shaft reaching halfway up the forearm. There is no flare on the gauntlet. The gloves must be free of straps, buckles, snaps, or extra decorations. The black leather gloves are gauntleted with a shaft reaching halfway up the forearm. There is no flare on the gauntlet. The gloves must be free of straps, buckles, snaps, stitching, or extra decorations. Inner Tunic For 501st approval: The inner tunic is made from the same black material as the hood and cape. The left side of the tunic crosses over the right side in the front. (Note: For dressing convenience, the first skirt may be attached to the inner tunic at the waist. The seam will be hidden by the outer tunic.) The inner tunic is made from the same black material as the hood and cape. The left side of the tunic crosses over the right side in the front. (Note: For dressing convenience, the outer skirt may be attached to the inner tunic at the waist. The seam will be hidden by the outer tunic.) Outer Tunic For 501st approval: The outer tunic is made from the same black material as the hood and cape. It is a sleeveless tunic that reaches to mid thigh. The left side of the tunic crosses over the right side in the front. The outer tunic is heavily tattered at the lower edge. The outer tunic is made from the same black material as the hood and cape. It is a sleeveless tunic that reaches to mid-thigh. The left side of the tunic crosses over the right side in the front. The outer tunic is heavily tattered at the lower edge. Obi For 501st approval: The obi is made from the same black material as the hood and cape. It is approximately 10 cm in width, and closes in the back. The obi is made from the same black material as the hood and cape. It is approximately 10 cm in width, and closes in the back. (note: width is approximate, actual width should be proportionate to the wearer.) Belt For 501st approval: The belt is made from two layers of black leather. The base layer is approximately 5 cm wide, while the narrow strap on top is approximately 1.2 cm wide. Pairs of black rivets are used to hold the smaller belt in place, and the belt must close in the back. The belt is made from two layers of black leather. The base layer is approximately 5 cm wide, while the narrow strap on top is approximately 1.2 cm wide. Pairs of black rivets, 4 pairs in total, are used to hold the smaller belt in place, and the belt must close in the back. Outer Skirt For 501st approval: The first skirt is made from the same black material as the hood and cape. The first skirt should be made of enough material to provide gathers for a voluminous appearance, and splits in the front center. The first skirt hangs nearly to the floor with the lower edge heavily tattered. (Note: For dressing convenience, the first skirt may be attached to the inner tunic at the waist. The seam will be hidden by the outer tunic.) The outer skirt is made from the same black material as the hood and cape. The outer skirt should be made of enough material to provide gathers for a voluminous appearance, and is open in the front center. The outer skirt hangs nearly to the floor with the lower edge heavily tattered. (Note: For dressing convenience, the outer skirt may be attached to the inner tunic at the waist. The seam will be hidden by the outer tunic.) Inner Skirt For 501st approval: The second skirt is made from the same black material as the hood and cape. Like the first skirt, the second skirt is made of enough material to provide gathers for a voluminous appearance, and split at the front center. The second skirt hangs nearly to the floor with the lower edge heavily tattered. The inner skirt is made from the same black material as the hood and cape. Like the outer skirt, the inner skirt is made of enough material to provide gathers for a voluminous appearance, and split at the front center. The inner skirt hangs nearly to the floor with the lower edge heavily tattered. Boots For 501st approval: Plain black boots are worn. They have no visible straps, buckles, or laces. Calf high plain black boots are worn. They have no visible straps, buckles, or laces. (Note: boots with zippers are acceptable; however the zippers should not be visible.) Optional Accessories Items below are optional costume accessories. These items are not required for approval, but if present appear as described below. Lightsaber For 501st approval: The hilt should resemble one of the Knights of the Old Republic II or COTF single bladed lightsaber hilt. If the lightsaber has a blade, the blade must be red in color. The hilt should resemble COTF single bladed lightsaber hilt. If the lightsaber has a blade, the blade must be red in color.

Yes, those should work just fine.

I found mine on ebay. You can also check Amazon or a place called Leather Mystics.

Thank you for your willingness to help, we will definitely use it. We should be starting to post in progress CRL's soon and then we can start to make changes to them.

Searching Wookieepedia may be the best way to start for reference images. You could also just try searching on Google to see if anyone else has made a costume. I'm not sure if anyone has attempted this costume before within the Legion.

Have you tried looking into boots that zip up? You don't need to have straight jackboots for Nihilus.

Welcome! First off I can tell you that the gloves you have won't work, they shouldn't have any stitching on them. Also the cape should drape down your back, not over your shoulders, and to me the cape looks a little short.