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    Sith Acolyte Armor kits

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    It may be possible to enhance the detail by painting the armor in a way that brings out the details a bit more. An example could be applying a darker color in between spaces and grooves. This darker paint can pull the detail out. Here's an example of what I mean with my RC kit. By adding darker color in the grooves and along edges etc it can help pop the detail. Rather than it being painted all one color.

     

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    Sith Acolyte Armor kits

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    Whats interesting here is that this kit was approved on 1/29/13 with the condition that the kit gets improved going forward. I assume it means the extra details of the kit (it references the inner leg detail and missing strap that should hold the knee on??)...but its not specifically saying that the kit has a soft pull. I wonder if any missing details could be applied to the kit separately (depending on what they are)? Sometimes fabricating certain pieces and applying them to the existing kit can be done to enhance the detail.

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    Hi. I'm not the one who makes those decisions, but I would imagine that if it's finished with a HIGH level of quality, this kit could be used to complete an approvable costume. I know a number of people who are using it for they're builds. However, that being said, I can also tell you that most, if not all the Legion approvals thus far have used Wolfgang's (TK-6925) armor, not Imperial Surplus's. In my own opinion, Wolfgang's kit is more "accurate" to the armor seen in the TOR trailers. That's nothing against Imperial Surplus, it's just that Wolfgang's kit has crisper lines & details than Imperial Surplus's, in my opinion. Of course Wolfgang's kit cost CONSIDERABLY MORE too, so that's something to factor in when looking at kits. Hope this helps! 8)

     

    Thanks for the help! Yes Wolfgangs armor is incredible! I love the overall detail. The entire kit really stands out. I'm just trying to understand what makers are out there and what my (or anyone else's) options are. I'm usually pretty good with budgeting armor, working with the makers, and in some cases fabricating pieces as needed. I guess I was looking for something a bit more budget friendly. Frankly Imperial Surplus and I believe "tc9948"'s armor is more affordable.

     

    If these two other types of armor out there are not legion approved, is it possible that (with maybe a little community help and guidance) they could be approved with some extra work to them? Just throwing it out there...again thanks for your help. Just want to say that everyone I've been in touch with from this detachment has been so helpful and nice! :D ....much appreciated!

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    in Sith Acolyte

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    Does anyone know how to contact Imperial Surplus. There site says it has moved and I can find any email. Looking for a Sith Acolyte armor set.

     

    Thanks.

     

    Quick question:

    Is Imperial Surplus's Sith armor (I believe its the jedi armor only with modifications) approvable by the Legion?

    Hello everyone!

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    Hi everybody, I'm Andy from the Northeast Remnant Garrison out of New Jersey. Just wanted to say hello and announce that I will be working (slowly) on a Sith Acolyte. Gathering info right now and planning...and a little shopping around ;) Definitely not new to the costuming world so looking forward to another challenging project!

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