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    Darth Revan Build

    in Darth Revan

    Posted

    FYI, the Revan CRL is in the process of being updated, and the proposed CRL has a more accurate picture of his lightsaber's hilt, which is shown here.

    Revan_saber.jpg

    I personally use a Vader's Vault Rev-N Elite.  It is a little on the expensive side, but you don't need the saber to submit for approval, so it's something you can always pickup later.

    I would personally try to make your costume fit this proposed CRL as it would suck to start on the current one and have the proposed one go into effect before you submit for approval.  I personally don't know when it will become official, perhaps @DarthValkyria can provide some insight.

    As for the rings, I got some brushed nickle shower curtain rings from a local hardware store.

    Darth Revan Build

    in Darth Revan

    Posted

    Welcome!  There are several of us using his kits, myself included.  I did make some changes to the kit though.  I changed out his rings that are on the bottom of the armor as well as removed the pleather and replaced with real leather.  Make sure that you post pictures of things as you put everything together so that we can offer up some advice.

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    Darth Revan: KOTOR

    in Sith Legends

    Posted

    I like most of the changes.  One note though... for the saber, you have the description that the pommel is gold / brass in color, but the reference image looks gray / pewter in color for the pommel.

    Also, are currently approved costumes being grandfathered?

    Revan boots

    in Darth Revan

    Posted

    Those look really similar to the Kylo Ren boots.

    They do look quite different with the vertical pleats than what is listed in the CRL, and as such, I would personally avoid them.

    For 501st approval:

    • The boots may be black or dark gray in color.
    • The heels are low, and there are no visible laces.
    • A wide strap may be included that goes over the top of the foot.

     

     

     

    With that being said, our boots aren't really visible, but ultimately it's up to your GML as to whether or not he/she would approve it.  If you can find source images of Revan wearing something similar, then it would be easier to get them approved.

     

    Just my two credits...

    Generic Sith

    in Off Topic

    Posted

    Unfortunately the 501st doesn't have a Generic Sith like the RL has Generic Jedi.  Every character in the 501st needs to have a reference (movie, game, comic, etc).

     

    There is another club, The Dark Empire, which does allow Generic Sith, but that's all I know, I'm not a member.

    Waiting...again

    in Darth Nihilus

    Posted

    Mine took just short of two weeks to be approved.  Also, depending on how familiar your GML is with your particular costume, they may be reaching out to the respective detachment for advice.  I know our GML has said that there are only a handful of costumes he's comfortable with approving without consulting with the detachments as there are over 300 different costumes in the Legion.

    We've all been there.  Hang in there and looking forward to seeing you join our ranks!

    WIP Darth Revan for Ukrainian Outpost

    in Darth Revan

    Posted

    The hakama also looks really long.  Even with the left leg forward, it is still completely covering the boots.  This may or may not be an issue when it comes to being approved, but will definitely be a quality of life issue as you will be stepping all over it during troops, possibly tripping due to it.

    WTB Darth Revan MWA kit

    in Darth Revan

    Posted · Edited by blackrock

    As for the MWA Deluxe vs Basic, this is what Rob says on his website:

    Basically, the hard armor pieces are the same, but all of the soft parts are missing like the ribbed joint between the upper and lower torso or do not have the details of the Deluxe revan like pleats or ribs on the red sash. Budget friendly version not recommended for 501st. I cannot upgrade the fabric to the Deluxe version at a later time.

    WTB Darth Revan MWA kit

    in Darth Revan

    Posted

    When I got my kit ordered in late December 2015, I was able to contact him via email info@wickedarmor.com and he was responding within a day or two.  Alternatively, he's been active on Facebook lately showing off his revised Kylo Ren, so you may be able to message him there https://www.facebook.com/wickedarmor/.

     

    If all that fails, PM me and I will see if I can get a hold of him or have any other ways of contacting him.

    Armor Help

    in Darth Revan

    Posted

    Welcome Charles!

    Two vendors that I know of off the top of my head are:

    Bigwater99 - https://www.etsy.com/shop/Bigwater99
    My Wicked Armor - http://mywickedarmor.com/

     

    MWA will get you really close to a full kit if you get his deluxe kit with only minor modifications needed.  MWA also sells the shirt separately, but there are some on here who have made their own if you have any sewing machine skill, could probably do yourself.  You will still need gloves, boots, and balaclava (if you don't have one from your TK).

     

    I personally went MWA, but I have been tempted to pick up a Bigwater99  full helm as the MWA is more like an old school hockey goalie mask style.

    -Steve

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    Voice Amp

    in Darth Revan

    Posted

    I use aker. I love my aker. Mines a touch large. It's the 75$$ one I think i would like the cheesier one to xD

    Dawn, do you wear your aker on a belt off to the side or under your costume?

    Voice Amp

    in Darth Revan

    Posted

    Has anyone done a voice amp on their Revan?  I am thinking of getting an Aker amp and a throat mic to wear under the balaclava.  No icomm since it wouldn't make sense to have the static in it.

    MWA red sash

    in Darth Revan

    Posted

    Attach it to the silver bar. It can't be approved if it is attached to the ring. The pins work well for me as long as I don't accidentally step on it.

     

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