TK Keith

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I completed a Wolfgang armor build which is different from yours. It had hard pieces instead of the slot for two straps on each side. I did a quick look at some of the build threads but didn't see anyone who specifically mentioned how they accomplished this. Are you a member of any facebook groups for this costume? There's one called "3D-Props SWTOR Buildgroup. I believe Mynock's Den armor might use strapping like you'll need, so that might be a helpful resource for you. For boots, I just used some black lowtop police / military style boots.

Your progress is looking great! I like the robe but you’re right that you should take it up a little. The CRL says: “The length of the robe should fall no more than 1 inch from the ground.” what glue are you you using that is giving your problems on your thighs? For the shoulder pauldrons- since those are under the robe they really just help add to the appearance of some armor and bulk beneath the robe.

It’s been quite a while but these look very similar to what I use.

Hi! I just use the under armor compression shirt and leggings. I did not attach the armor to the bodysuit pieces. I used black webbing straps for most of the pieces like the chest piece, cod piece, and shoulder bells. The thighs hang on nylon straps from a belt under my l cod piece. My forearms are padded a little on the inside to keep them in place.

Welcome back to your acolyte build! It’s good to see the progress you’re making. About your missing pieces. I have seen a few different types of belt patches get approved. I just picked mine up online as I recall. So hopefully you’ll be able to find some thing small that looks close. For the boots armor, are you able to 3D print some armored pieces for that area? lightsabers- remember that these are optional. You can always submit your costume for approval without it. I doubt anyone would notice the difference if you used yours during a troop.

I know several troopers have used the neck seal made by Darman. He's on etsy and I'll include the link. I have the one made by Wolfgang that is picture in the CRL. It is heavier and not made from fabric. Here's a nice hi def screen shot of the reference image. I hope this helps! https://www.etsy.com/listing/533452618/swtor-sith-acolyte-neck-seal?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=darman+neck+seal+sith+acolyte&ref=sr_gallery-1-7&frs=1&cns=1&sts=1&organic_search_click=1

Congratulations on your progress! It is really coming together. I have a question and feedback about your robe. I drew a yellow line in the picture below- is that where the hood drapes? If so, it seems to extend too far. The CRL says it should drape to the shoulder. (Reference picture included below.) I might also recommend shortening the sleeves so that we can see more of the forearm armor. The CRL says the sleeve should terminate just below the elbow.

I used some tan cotton webbing 1.5 inches wide. what strips are you referring to? The CRL description is not very specific so I would think something plain would work well.

I know your first link from do3d has been used successfully and that would be a good resource to go with. https://www.do3d.com/product-page/sith-acolyte-star-wars-body-armor-3d-model-project-2577 I am not as familiar with the armor in your third link. The armor file in the second link has a discrepancy with the thigh armor detailed. For more details, you can see the February 2019 discussion on this thread.

Hi Jan! I'm glad to see you are already starting to get some feedback. There used to be a tutorial for creating a Jedi Robe, which my mom modified to create my robe. I believe she shortened the sleeves and altered the hood construction so that there was no visible seam. The site that the tutorial was on looks like it has been archived, but there is a pdf that was saved. I'll attach that. Jedi Sith Robe tutorial pattern.pdf

Update: the website hosting the robe pattern has been archived, but here is a pdf of the pattern that was saved. a_basic_jedi_robe.pdf

Hello! My name is Keith and I am the Sith Acolyte costume mentor. Thanks for starting a build thread on the forum! I look forward to seeing your build pics. Your glove armor is looking good! A question about the armor on your thumb... it's hard to see in your picture, but it appears the longer section of the armor is pointed towards your thumbnail. In the reference image the longer section of the thumb armor heads is pointed down towards the forearm. (See reference image below.) It also appears that your saber doesn't really match the reference images. The saber is an optional accessory, but I thought I'd mention it. I know Vaders Vault makes a version of the acolyte lightsaber, but it isn't inexpensive. I hope to see more progress pics soon. Best of luck on your build! https://databank.501st.com/databank/File:Acolyte_gloves.jpg https://databank.501st.com/databank/File:Sith_Acolyte_Saber_hilt.png

Hi Salvatore, The Sith Acolyte is a terrific set of armor. I am the costume mentor and will do my best to help where I can. I did not 3d print mine, but in the forum there are build links from several members who did 3d print their armor. There is also a group on Facebook focused on 3d printing armor from SWTOR, in case you haven't found them yet. They are called "3D-PROPS SWTOR Buildgroup" I know that forum member Darth_Harold did a 3d print set of armor from DO3d. Here is his build thread