I'm Phil, from the Neon City Garrison (don't hold it against me!). I've taken a promotion at work and will be moving to Chicago by the end of the year. I'm originally from Iowa (Quad Cities) and looking forward to being back 'home'ish.
I've been in the 501st for 12 years and have probably bumped into a lot of you at cons and online. Knowing that there's a huge 501st presence in Chicago makes the transition a LOT easier and I'm looking forward to meeting all of you
Not so much looking forward to jumping right in mid-winter, it's been 18 years since I left, but it'll probably make spring all that much more welcome
Welcome! Winter trooping rocks! Or Er I've been told that, I just joined this summer and am looking forward to some cold.......
Can't wait to troop with you!
Welcome Phil. The Midwest Garrison has obtain a top notch costumer. You're such a talented person man.
Guys - Phil is the true definition of a 501st member. Of all my years I've known Phil, there has never been a time where I have seen a grumpy face on him. Always in great mood. Enjoying the moment.
Welcome Phil, it's a great pleasure to have you here among us.
Aw man, thanks for the endorsement, Arturo! And back at you, you were SO helpful when I reached out all clueless about how to get around in Chicago lol. You're one of the coolest most down-to-earth troopers I know
Thanks for the warm welcome, everyone! Looking forward to trooping alongside you and making some friends! My next costume will be a Jedi General Obi-Wan from the anime series. Got the armor, just gotta get going!
Hey Phil!
Years' end is coming up soon. When are you making the big move? And where in the Chicago area are you ending up?
Regardless, I'm sure there will be troopers near you. North, south, west, farther west, city, suburbs... the Empire is ALL OVER Chicagoland.
Looking forward to having you join the ranks of the Mighty Midwest and hope to see you at a troop soon!
Brian Troyan __________________________ Fleetfang
TB-8968/TK-8968/IG-8968/BH-8968/ID-8968/DZ-8968
501st Legion Public Relations Officer (2012-2017)
Midwest Garrison Commanding Officer (2013-2017)
"Think of the solution, not the problem."