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I am proposing the IOC be the new home for the doctor. I'd like to start a CRL for him but I need someone else to confirm with me that he is wearing a feldgrau officer's tunic underneath his lab coat before I order anything. I have more than enough refences in different lighting scenarios to prove it's the feldgrau, and possibly more on the greyer side of the spectrum. 

Howdy folks!
This has been talked about for 6 or so years, but we are finally pulling the trigger.
 
We are going to no longer allow Cosplaysky for Level 3 approval levels of olive colored OT uniforms.
The big reason is the shade of "olive" is way wrong. We will still black and white tunics since those colors are good.
The full list of affected officers:
Admiral Daala Officer Grand Moff Tarkin High Moff Morlish Veed Imperial Military Officer Non Saga Mimban Officer LIne Officer  
Again, this is just a L3 restriction. They are still good for basic approval. This lets us have high standards, but not make us gate keepers. 
 
Like the FISD, we would put this in a Special Notes section at the top of the page and also mention it in the tunic/jodhpurs L3 sections of the CRLs.
 
Discus

Hello there. 
While a lot of makers are more geared towards selling the finished product and may not be keen on sharing their patterns, there are still a lot of places to start on the actual sewing. A good search on the forums can get into it. From what I could find:
 
 
 

Also, one of our own members @Hawkhas some great videos on making it. 
 

Hey all, please be aware that the vendor RubberBlastersEtc should be avoided at all costs. They have been removed from every Legion forum and the proprietor banned from the Clubs due to confirmed previous conviction of the most severe type of criminal charges. Please DO NOT support this individual or recommend/link their page, and always research and check your Detachment/relevant forums for lists of vetted vendors and those to avoid BEFORE making any significant purchases. This is the former proprietor of Hyperfirm (yes, THAT ONE), so due to the sensitive nature of the topic, I am not inviting discussion but you can PM me if you have pressing concerns.
 
My goal is for the only thing to show up when people Google or search any 501st forum is a post clearly stating not to support this individual. It is potentially damaging to the IOC and Legion in general when members leave reviews citing their membership and support, and members should be strongly deterred to avoid the perception that the Legion in any way approves of or is affiliated with this vendor. Thank you.

We updated the ANH Staff officer to further clarify the unique tunic and add graphics to help the GMLs differentiate that this is not just "the black version of the olive tunic"
 
Added "special notes" section.
Special Notes
This costume is very rare. This tunic was unique to ANH. It is NOT a black version of the standard olive tunic. The collar clips on the side of the neck instead of the center of the neck. The yoke closes up across the shoulder, instead of coming up to the shoulder seam. The tunic has top stitching in some areas, whereas other tunics have no top stitching. The rear sleeve seam opens at the cuffs, instead of having no opening. The rear of the tunic has double vents (one on each side), whereas other tunics have no vents present. Princess panels extend to the shoulder seam, whereas other tunics extend to the armhole.
If the tunic is a black version of the olive tunic, THIS IS NOT THE CORRECT CRL for it. The correct CRL is the Imperial Security Officer (Non Saga).  
 
Updated the picture for the tunic to show what is correct, and what is incorrect.
Tunic, Black Fabric is a medium weight suiting material exactly matching the pants and hat. Gaberdine style weave is most accurate. Tunic is double-breasted with a left over right closure on at the right shoulder-seam. The back of the tunic replicates the look of the double breasted design of the front. Yoke closes up across the shoulder to the top shoulder seam. The standing collar has square corners and is approximately 1.25' to 2' tall and closes snugly. Collar edges close on the right side of the neck with two eye hooks. Collar closure edge aligns with the right shoulder seam. There are code cylinder pockets on both outside panels of the jacket from about half way between the top and bottom on the arm hole. Sleeves are long, and without decoration, containing 2 seams, one along the bottom and one along the back. The rear sleeve seam opens at the cuffs at a length of about 3" (75mm) Tunic has top-stitching in these specific areas: Approximately 1/4" (6mm) from the outer edges of the double breast/double back, Approximately 1" (25,4mm) from the outer edge of the double breast/double back Directly underneath the edge of the code cylinder-pockets Hook and eye fasteners on the uniform are not visible.  
OPTIONAL Level two certification (if applicable): There is a dart in the top centre of the tunic, this dart is between 2 inches (50.8mm) to the top of the code cylinder pocket in length. There is a seam running the entire circumference of the tunic, dividing it along a line hidden by the uniform belt.
OPTIONAL Level three certification (if applicable): Tunic to be secured on the right side by snaps or buttons, not Velcro. There is no topstitching visible anywhere but at the noted points. A cream lining is to be sewn in.

The brilliant photographer has published the event photos.   Photos are free to download by individuals within them under the following terms. Tag or Collaborate with @Scotcharak when posting on Facebook or Instagram. Tag for The Dark Empire during Social Media Posts Editing of Photos is forbidden without the consent of the Photographer Free Touch-ups are provided! Please contact me! Watermark must stay intact. Photos are not to be sold or reproduced without the permission of the Photographer. Usage of photos by companies, media, or contests must be approved by the photographer. Photos are free of use for The Dark Empire, 501st Legion, Rebel Legion, and affiliated groups with no editing & proper crediting.   https://www.scotch-arak.ca/starwars/cocktails-over-coruscant-london-2023

The brilliant photographer has published the event photos.   Photos are free to download by individuals within them under the following terms. Tag or Collaborate with @Scotcharak when posting on Facebook or Instagram. Tag for The Dark Empire during Social Media Posts Editing of Photos is forbidden without the consent of the Photographer Free Touch-ups are provided! Please contact me! Watermark must stay intact. Photos are not to be sold or reproduced without the permission of the Photographer. Usage of photos by companies, media, or contests must be approved by the photographer. Photos are free of use for The Dark Empire, 501st Legion, Rebel Legion, and affiliated groups with no editing & proper crediting.   https://www.scotch-arak.ca/starwars/cocktails-over-coruscant-london-2023

The brilliant photographer has published the event photos.   Photos are free to download by individuals within them under the following terms. Tag or Collaborate with @Scotcharak when posting on Facebook or Instagram. Tag for The Dark Empire during Social Media Posts Editing of Photos is forbidden without the consent of the Photographer Free Touch-ups are provided! Please contact me! Watermark must stay intact. Photos are not to be sold or reproduced without the permission of the Photographer. Usage of photos by companies, media, or contests must be approved by the photographer. Photos are free of use for The Dark Empire, 501st Legion, Rebel Legion, and affiliated groups with no editing & proper crediting.   https://www.scotch-arak.ca/starwars/cocktails-over-coruscant-london-2023

The brilliant photographer has published the event photos.   Photos are free to download by individuals within them under the following terms. Tag or Collaborate with @Scotcharak when posting on Facebook or Instagram. Tag for The Dark Empire during Social Media Posts Editing of Photos is forbidden without the consent of the Photographer Free Touch-ups are provided! Please contact me! Watermark must stay intact. Photos are not to be sold or reproduced without the permission of the Photographer. Usage of photos by companies, media, or contests must be approved by the photographer. Photos are free of use for The Dark Empire, 501st Legion, Rebel Legion, and affiliated groups with no editing & proper crediting.   https://www.scotch-arak.ca/starwars/cocktails-over-coruscant-london-2023

Meantime, the Firebirds do have a public-facing Facebook page where we've posted photos, if you want to peruse there. https://www.facebook.com/Firebirds105

So I'm in the resource and knowledge gathering stage of this project, and I have questions.

Armor: Unfortunately I've just learned that David Sack (aka ItsAnOldCode) passed away in 2021. Unless anyone else is making kits, I think this will have to be a de novo 3D Print. I found this:
https://www.do3d.com/product-page/agent-kallus-star-wars-rebels-helmet-chest-armor-3d-model-project-494-1 (Will need to be modified with the correct rank bars)  
Tunic: Based on photo references and the CRL this appears to be a heavily modified Officer's Tunic, to incorporate the 2-tone panels. What Patterns are a good starting point for an Officer Tunic?
McCall's M4745 - I've seen this referenced in others' build threads. Would need modification, though I have lots of pattern paper and have no issues tracing the pattern onto other pattern paper and changing lines and dividing the parts into additional sections to create the gray/black panels.  Shoulder attachment would have to be added breast panel would need to be modified so its edge is vertical; essentially the edge of the gray central panel. breast and shoulder and sleeve pieces divided into gray/dark gray panels base modifications as per http://lellimecnar.com/costuming/imperial-officer/tunic-pattern/#introduction Simplicity 7274 - I believe I've seen this as an option, but I don't know if one or the other is preferred. similar modifications as per M4745 Pants: Not worried about this, whatever trouser pattern comes with the tunic will be sufficient.

In terms of sequencing, unfortunately I can't make much headway on the Tunic until I get the Armor done, so that I can place my cloth panels in alignment with the armor as per Level 3 requirements. 

Gauntlets: Not sure how to approach this; I've seen various methodologies but no other aspects of the costume are particularly dependent on having this solved. I'm open to ideas.
Leg armor: Same as gauntlets. I'm open to ideas.

Bo-Rifle: https://traywickdesigns.com/products/battlefront-cj-9-bo-rifle-kit?variant=16423599603830&currency=USD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic
Any major concerns with this out of the gate which would prevent approval?

There is no changing room. The venue has bars, a restaurant and is one of the city's largest indoor gardens.
 
The theme is the Empire at cocktails. While an IOC costume is not required, you'll probably look out of place in armor. Most will be in Officer uniforms. My spouse is Rebel Legion and so he's made a Senator. 

There is no changing room. The venue has bars, a restaurant and is one of the city's largest indoor gardens.
 
The theme is the Empire at cocktails. While an IOC costume is not required, you'll probably look out of place in armor. Most will be in Officer uniforms. My spouse is Rebel Legion and so he's made a Senator. 

"We would be honored if you would join us."
 
Date and Time: Thursday, April 6, 2023 from 7-9:30 PM local Location: Sky Garden London (map), 36th floor, at the City Garden bar. Cost: £45, covers one selected drink and appetizers Maximum number of guests: 90.  Sign-ups are closed.  Facebook event link: https://fb.me/e/2mCgyAgDC. RSVPs via the Google Form are required, we are not using Facebook for attendance.   
Update 27 March
The venue has a time limit for large groups and so the event is from 7-9:30 pm.
The City Garden bar is on the 36th floor.
 
Tickets include an assortment of appetizers and one selected drink with your entry. Attendees may purchase additional food and drink.
There is also a short presentation.

"We would be honored if you would join us."
 
Date and Time: Thursday, April 6, 2023 from 7-9:30 PM local Location: Sky Garden London (map), 36th floor, at the City Garden bar. Cost: £45, covers one selected drink and appetizers Maximum number of guests: 90.  Sign-ups are closed.  Facebook event link: https://fb.me/e/2mCgyAgDC. RSVPs via the Google Form are required, we are not using Facebook for attendance.   
Update 27 March
The venue has a time limit for large groups and so the event is from 7-9:30 pm.
The City Garden bar is on the 36th floor.
 
Tickets include an assortment of appetizers and one selected drink with your entry. Attendees may purchase additional food and drink.
There is also a short presentation.

Yes, 2.

For example, here's the video of the Chicago event: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yEXYPIxLD8Y 
 

Some things should go without saying, but we live in an age where we do have to say things. I will cross post this in the Officer's Mess too.
 
At no times will this detachment be a home or accepting to people that are friendly to or espouse the ideas behind fascism, Nazism or any totalitarian ideology. We dress up as fictional space bad guys. Conflating any of the above with doing that is not only morally wrong, it puts at risk what we do here in this detachment and the legion as a whole. We will not allow such a risk.
 
I have spoken to members who have belonged to reenacting groups that have had those ideologies come into them. That will not be permitted here, not under this administration. And if that day ever comes that it would be allowed, I would hope you would join me in finding another hobby.
 
There will be no litmus tests for members. If you are a reenactor, I hope you enjoy doing it and I hope you keep the ideology out of it. There is no conversation over re-enacting that you cannot take private. And if you are an open adopter of the ideologies listed above, no one wants to hear it...ever. If you see something in violation of this, please contact the staff and we will deal with it promptly.

Hi Eduardo!
 
For L1 approval, you should check in with your GML. They are the ones that will give the go/no go on these boots.
 
Having zippers are fine for the Transport Security Officer - like you pointed out, it's present even in the level 2 requirement 
 
For these pair of boots ... the zippers are really obvious. If it's all she can find, you should see if your GML has issues with them.
 
Good luck - keep us posted on your conversation!
 
Eric

The 501st photo shoot is on Saturday 8th not Friday 7th 

Date and Time: Saturday April 8, 2023, 12-2 PM. The IOC will be number 13, after the Bounty Hunters. 
Location: ExCeL London, steps outside west entrance
Facebook Event Link: https://fb.me/e/2hXRwY7Ke 
 
All photos are currently planned from 12 -2 PM (link to Nina's spreadsheet). Here is the legion forum post.  We have time for one more photo after the entire detachment -- other people use this as "buckets off"--so that will be the Firebirds.  Because these have a lot of moving parts and lots of people, it's very important to arrive on time.

Star Wars: Visions: 
https://starwars.fandom.com/wiki/Lop_%26_Ochō

Character : Ochō


 















Hair:

Black Short hairstyle

Makeup:



Outfit:
White Cape (The design is like the krennic poncho but without the front) 

Other stuff:
Weapon that can break into three parts. (space logic) 


White Tunic
Fabric is a medium weight suiting material matching the pants. On the Left side there is a Rectangle Tunic is double-breasted with a left over right closure on the tapered yoke. Yoke comes up across the shoulder to the top shoulder seam. The standing collar has square corners and is between 1.25" (31.8 mm) to 2" tall. Collar closes snugly and includes a modesty panel behind closure. Collar edges are closed with two eye hooks. There are code cylinder pockets on both outside panels of the jacket from about half way between the top and bottom on the arm hole. Sleeves are long, and without decoration, cuffs or buttons. Sleeves contain 2 seams. One along the bottom and one along the back. Tunic is constructed with no top-stitching (stitches visible on the exterior surface of fabric) Hook and eye fasteners on the uniform should not be visible.

Jodhpur Trousers, Black Fabric is a medium weight suiting material exactly matching the tunic. Gabardine style weave is most accurate. Flared riding breeches are canon, with semi-stiff flares to the hip/thigh area. Breeches are worn with boots. Pockets are acceptable, although are not visible with the tunic on.

Rank Bar
Top: 3 Blue  Below: 3 Red Rank consists of colored plastic tiles mounted on a single or double metal or metal looking bar. Worn on the left side of the Cape over the heart. Each bar is approximately 1" to 1.25" height. Length is determined by chosen rank. Rank tile dimensions and spacing are appropriate and proportional to the sizing of the bar to allow for equidistant and even spacing from each other and the border of the bar. Please note that final dimensions of the bar is proportional to the wearer. Rank bar corners are hard angle or slightly rounded Rank tiles are translucent. Color, quantity, and combinations of the tiles/bars are determined by rank, and are appropriate to uniform type/color as supported by licensed reference.

Code Cylinders 2 Code Cylinders. Wore on the Right side Modified: silver "chalk holder" tube with short clip, top is colored Blue. Rod style: machined aluminum rod with flaring disc detail at top Dosimeter style: True Dosimeter with correct clip and Blue top. Alternate style: silver clip, no blue tip.
Belt
The belt is constructed from a non-textured leather or a leather-like material. Approximately 2" (50.8 mm) in width, up to 3" (76.2 mm) is acceptable. There are no loops on the belt. A single large snap or rivet is visible approximately 1" (25.4 mm) from the buckle. The belt may be worn with the snap to the right or left of the buckle. The buckle is constructed from a horizontally brushed metal, or metal looking material. The buckle size is approximately 2 ⅛" (66.7 mm) high and 4 ⅛" (104.5 mm) wide with 0.5" (12.7 mm) radius rounded corners. Buckle is adorned with an Imperial Code Disk at the center. Please refer to the Imperial Buckle reference page for information on accurate and inaccurate style buckles.

Officer Boots Knee-high, black, riding style, lace-less, smooth non-textured, leather or leather-like material. There are no buckles, snap tabs or decoration. Boots have conservative heels. A single stretch panel or zipper may be present, they are to be hidden on the inner part of the boot shaft. Not visible from the front, side or back.

Gloves Black, wrist length gloves constructed of a non-textured leather or leather-like material. Enclosed fingers.
Hairstyle
Black Shoulder length Hair
Makeup
Red color cat eye makeup

   

Generic discussion thread for sharing tips, plans and asking questions for lodging, events, etc. 
 
Here's a start:
 
Link to subsection on 501st forums
 
MAPS
Google Map of convention center location. The official hotels map. The pub that will likely be packed with 501st and other clubs each night. The tube station for Heathrow (Piccadilly line). Prince Regent DLR tube station for the ExCeL center.  
AIRPORTS
Heathrow (LHR) is west of London and is likely the point of arrival for many, especially from the USA. London City Airport (LCY) is much closer but may be a less available option. 

"We would be honored if you would join us."
 
Date and Time: Thursday, April 6, 2023 from 7-9:30 PM local Location: Sky Garden London (map), 36th floor, at the City Garden bar. Cost: £45, covers one selected drink and appetizers Maximum number of guests: 90.  Sign-ups are closed.  Facebook event link: https://fb.me/e/2mCgyAgDC. RSVPs via the Google Form are required, we are not using Facebook for attendance.   
Update 27 March
The venue has a time limit for large groups and so the event is from 7-9:30 pm.
The City Garden bar is on the 36th floor.
 
Tickets include an assortment of appetizers and one selected drink with your entry. Attendees may purchase additional food and drink.
There is also a short presentation.

For example, here's the video of the Chicago event: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yEXYPIxLD8Y