2nd ODST build

[Fox3455]

Also I am learning that galactic armory built their files for accuracy not mobility. The way the forearms and legs are structured you can’t bend them without running into the armor, not much I can do about the legs without cutting a hole in them which I might do later, but I can switch the way the arms or oriented so that there is a gap for my arm. The photo with the more flush elbow is original assembly, and the more prominent elbow is how I am likely going to attach it, even though it doesn’t look as good.

This is the way. I don’t need to be mobile if I stepped out of the game. I’ll T pose to victory if I have to

 

[MasterChiefProd]

i’m liking the progress so far! i’m even working on my own ODST cosplay and I look forward to sseing the finished product. keep it up!

 

[DestroyrDude]

This is the way. I don’t need to be mobile if I stepped out of the game. I’ll T pose to victory if I have to

I'd be interested to see if the armor is just clipping through itself off screen in the games or if they have a solution to mobility. I also may need someone to carry me up the stairs if there isn't an elevator at hcs worlds.

 

[Fox3455]

I'd be interested to see if the armor is just clipping through itself off screen in the games or if they have a solution to mobility. I also may need someone to carry me up the stairs if there isn't an elevator at hcs worlds.

Firstly, yes. Armour VERY MUCH clips in game. You think there is mobility to grab weapons off you back naturally? That is an ability only a Sith can teach.

Second, don't worry, they have a lift and escalators. If you need help when there hit me up. I am spending all my time at the community area because that is where I am working.

 

[DestroyrDude]

Suffered a minor setback yesterday when the paint arrived and was a completely different shade then ordered. Luckily a quick trip back to Home Depot means I now have the correct color. Also I picked up the backpack from the post office today, so it’s time to get sanding again. My best guess is that the armor and backpack will be ready for hcs, but I probably won’t have the money and time to buy too many extra things.

 

[DestroyrDude]

I locked in yesterday and painted the majority of the armor. The paint sprayer worked very nicely, although it did take a long time to dry. I wanted to make a post about how everything worked out with the sprayer and how it compares cost wise, but there is still a lot of unanswered questions I have, like if it works with primer, or different paint types? Anyways everything is still on track for hcs and next up is weathering once I finish the last few pieces.

 

[DestroyrDude]

Finally finished painting after a small setback. Because I was using interior paint, it didn’t dry well in the cold weather. Much of the armor had to be repainted which took a few days, but everything looks good again. The next step is weathering which I have no experience with so we will have to see how it goes. I’m planning on doing a black wash with maybe some silver outlines. If anyone has weathering advice it would be very much appreciated at the moment. Also my undersuit and vest arrived, so I believe I currently have all the supplies I need to finish my build.

 

[Parzival]

If anyone has weathering advice it would be very much appreciated at the moment.

Here's a bit from the Tutorial Index thread that may help for Weathering.

Tutorial Index

• Painting

Painting (General/Helmets) - Privateer​

Helmet Painting 101 Privateer Style​

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Painting (Quick and Easy) - Adam​

Painting Technique - Version 2​

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Painting (Intermediate/Spray Paint) – harican89​

Spraypaint Tutorial for your own HALO Armour. for noobs AND skilled user​

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Painting (Shading) - marshon​

Tutorial: Painting systems for realistic results​

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Painting (Weathering) - mblackwell1002​

mblackwell's fast, cheap, and informal guide to weathering props​

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Painting (Mud) - ExCeLLuR8​

Armor Mud Painting Tutorial​

 

[DestroyrDude]

I started weathering last night, and I have to say that I believe I cooked with this. It might not be the fanciest, but it is exactly the result I was hoping for. Also backpack photos because I haven’t done an update on that in a while. I just used some cabinet hinges to make it open and close lol.

 

[DestroyrDude]

Weathering and painting is finally done! A few changes I forgot to mention earlier is that Im cutting parts of the stomach and back out. Specifically the entire back, undersuit part of stomach, the armor that covers the torso sides, and possibly the shoulders. A lot of it doesn’t fit very well, and would be awkward to strap and wear. I may incorporate these parts back in after hcs worlds, but for now it will just give the armor a more realistic military look. After strapping, all that will be left is however many pouches and details I can add in the timeframe.

 

[DestroyrDude]

Update time everyone. Strapping is going faster then expected, so Im expecting a full suit up in 1 or 2 days. I’m just attaching some photos of random stuff Im working on lol. Also for those wondering about the radio I only printed the top half because that’s all that can stick out of the pouch.

 

[DestroyrDude]

Sooooooo… it turns out 1-2 days wasn’t the greatest estimate because I suited up for the first time today! Just need to add some finishing details and do some sizing adjustments and I’ll be ready for hwc!