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by hyperguyver2
Sat Jan 02, 2016 1:14 pm
Forum: The Armory
Topic: Kylo Ren WIP
Replies: 1
Views: 4179

Kylo Ren WIP

So before the premier I had decided that I wanted to start on our newest addition to the series, Kylo Ren. I already have a helmet and lightsaber for this already since Hasbro has put out some amazingly accurate props for this character before the film debute. My BS Kylo helmet, fully gutted and mod...
by hyperguyver2
Fri Oct 17, 2014 10:04 pm
Forum: The Armory
Topic: The Dark Lord of Hunger
Replies: 4
Views: 4319

Re: The Dark Lord of Hunger

already checked out flagship Eclipse boards regarding Nihilus. frankly I wasn't impressed a vast majority tend to do them out of some form of silk noil or other materials, but frankly the flow is just not quite what I'm looking for. I'm hoping to find somebody on here who has enough knowledge of sew...
by hyperguyver2
Fri Oct 17, 2014 7:12 pm
Forum: The Armory
Topic: The Dark Lord of Hunger
Replies: 4
Views: 4319

The Dark Lord of Hunger

okay so it's official I am ready to attempt my turn to the dark side and I figure who better to start with the Dark Lord of hunger Darth Nihilus.however I am running into a snag. I am having a very difficult time finding the best material to make his cloak, skirts, and tunics. one thing I am noticin...
by hyperguyver2
Fri Feb 14, 2014 7:59 am
Forum: The Armory
Topic: WTB: armor for TK certification
Replies: 3
Views: 3241

Re: WTB: armor for TK certification

With your stated size, I would look towards ATA or MTK (trooperbay) Some people carry their weight in different places. Ideally, you want the sides of your armor to close completely. The most accurate armors available from overseas have waist limitations without the use of shims to create a larger ...
by hyperguyver2
Mon Dec 16, 2013 12:05 am
Forum: The Welcome Mat
Topic: New member from East Peoria IL
Replies: 12
Views: 6165

Re: New member from East Peoria IL

Welcome to the MWG and it great to see another member in the Interstate Crossroads area of Illinois (I-80 /I-74/ I- 474/ I-155/I-39 / I-57 / I-55) Mark Berry is very helpful in getting you started and helping to build your kit. I can help with some things too. I'm Kent. Sorry to year about your apa...
by hyperguyver2
Mon Nov 18, 2013 5:54 pm
Forum: The Welcome Mat
Topic: New member from East Peoria IL
Replies: 12
Views: 6165

Re: New member from East Peoria IL

Thanks again guys for the warm welcome. I have not register on the FIS yet and I have a pretty good feeling that I may need to before anyone will even talk to me about selling armor. If there is anyone in peoria who would be able to help me out that would be greatly appreciated but since my apartmen...
by hyperguyver2
Wed Nov 06, 2013 10:06 am
Forum: The Armory
Topic: WTB: armor for TK certification
Replies: 3
Views: 3241

WTB: armor for TK certification

Hey folks I'm new to the site and am hoping to find a seller for the hard parts of the armor so I can gain my TK certification. As fas as it goes right now I'm my preferred material is ABS plastic and maybe a fiberglass helmet. Does anyone have any suggestions as to which sellers would be best to co...
by hyperguyver2
Tue Nov 05, 2013 5:52 pm
Forum: The Welcome Mat
Topic: New member from East Peoria IL
Replies: 12
Views: 6165

Re: New member from East Peoria IL

Thanks for the warm welcome guys I'm excited to be here amongst fellow wars fans. I've looked over the armor makers list and I have to say it was an intimidating read, so many choices, I already know I would prefer a high impact thermo formed ABS suit I just need to know who would be best to contact...
by hyperguyver2
Tue Nov 05, 2013 2:11 pm
Forum: The Welcome Mat
Topic: New member from East Peoria IL
Replies: 12
Views: 6165

New member from East Peoria IL

Hello everyone I'm Jim from East Peoria and am looking to get out and troop with all the local members. Its been a life long dream to be able to dress up as a stormtrooper. I'm very big when it comes to costuming or for a local con or just for the fun of it. Currently I am an active Ghostbusters cos...