WIP Dark side Bastila

[dragonhawkz]

Whilst working on Lana, as a long build, Bastila Shan was brought to my attention.

 

Particularly as I wanted to focus on Dark Side costumes for a while, as I have a number with RL, I did not specifically want to focus on Bastila Shan. 

 

However when I noticed that the dark side variant was now approvable, my interest was peaked.

 

Due to still having my hair dyed brown for Jyn Erso, the interest in not having to change my hair colour or wear a wig definitely appealed.

 

As can be seen from the unappalling photo that I've attached, I have the main tunic and belt, identical to those shown in the CRL. Yes, I'm aware that I need to get this cleared with my garrison, however I would appreciate any guidance moving forward.

 

I need, most notably, the boots and the saber as I have gloves in leather that are suitable.

Edited January 1, 2023 by dragonhawkz

[dragonhawkz]

Obviously I need to get some boots and sort out the square detail, plus work out how to essentially thicken my hair in order to have the necessary fullness in the braids.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Edited October 4, 2022 by dragonhawkz
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[DarthValkyria]

You can buy wefts of hair in varying lengths and colors that they use for weaves and essentially just stick them in the middle of your existing hair, then rubber band to hold it in place and to thicken before braiding.

[dragonhawkz]

Thanks. 

Courtesy of online shopping, some additional clip in hair arrived yesterday. I just haven't had time to cut them into suitable sizes yet.

 

When I tried the tunic and other bit s on, I only had my work trousers to hand. So I need to find something of a suitable style.

 

For the boots, I've got some coming from Fubtasma which should be good. 

Edited October 11, 2022 by dragonhawkz

[dragonhawkz]

After a period of quietness, on my part I have been working away at this in the background.
Unfortunately at present I can't move any further forward with this, as I need to work out how to alter the tops of my boots.

I wore this, incompleted last weekend at an event. Please note however, this isn't submitted or cleared yet, as the boots need finishing. So instead I attended as general public.

This may not be the best photo, however I forgot to get some proper pictures taken, so this is one of 2 photos that friends have found and sent me.



Amazingly, the decoration on the boots stayed put, having printed them last week. I need to smooth and sand them, however once they are finished properly, I'll fix them to the boots.
 

Edited January 1, 2023 by dragonhawkz
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[dragonhawkz]

Photos to show the relevant details
Belt

 

Elbow armour

 

 

Boot clip detail

 

 

Gauntlet with edging details

 

 

Edited January 1, 2023 by dragonhawkz
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[DarthValkyria]

Looking good!

[dragonhawkz]

So, the only thing holding with entire thing up now, it's the boots.

 

How terrifying is it, to trim boots at the top and seal them, somehow, so that I can complete the costume.... Rhetorical question, obviously. I guess at some point, I'm going to have to pick up the courage and cut them. I can't stand not having this costume cleared. 😊

[tattooed_pariah]

1 hour ago, dragonhawkz said:

So, the only thing holding with entire thing up now, it's the boots.

 

How terrifying is it, to trim boots at the top and seal them, somehow, so that I can complete the costume.... Rhetorical question, obviously. I guess at some point, I'm going to have to pick up the courage and cut them. I can't stand not having this costume cleared. 😊

 

haha, I know the feeling on intimidation... I have a Darth Revan kit that is waiting on me to get off my butt and make a new hood/capelet/cape.. I have the eact idea of how to do it in my head, but I'm no seamsterperson, so I'm scared of not having the ability to make my idea real.. been procrastinating starting for months..

 

Keep up the awesome work though! I keep showing this thread to my wife to try to convince her to make a Dark Bastilla so we can go places together  

[dragonhawkz]

Finally I did it, boots have been altered and kitted up yesterday completely.
I had a brain dump and couldn't work out how to do my hair. Of course, during the night I mentally worked out how I should have done it.

Hopefully though it won't hold it up too much and require another full kit up.

The boot clips have now been permanently attached in place, so that there is no way of losing them.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Edited March 27, 2023 by dragonhawkz
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[dragonhawkz]

Re-did my photos this morning, as I was not happy with my hair or make up in the previous set of photos.
Nothing else has changed, as it was previously commented that the costume looked good.

 

 

 

 

Edited March 27, 2023 by dragonhawkz
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[dragonhawkz]

Arms up

 

 

 

 

Edited March 27, 2023 by dragonhawkz
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[dragonhawkz]

Bits and pieces

 

 

 

Edited March 27, 2023 by dragonhawkz
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[DarthValkyria]

Was nice to see you at SWCL!

[dragonhawkz]

On 4/18/2023 at 9:41 PM, DarthValkyria said:

Was nice to see you at SWCL!

And you. 

My apologies for being slightly spaced out at times. Lack of sleep and trying to keep track of when and when for everything played on my mind quite a lot. 

[DarthValkyria]

I'm pretty sure we were all out of it that day with trying to figure out what was going on 😅