First Build Advice. Jorge Armor Halo Reach

[KwissDaddy]

Hi everyone! First time build and I decided to make Jorge from Halo Reach. So far I have the entire arms/shoulders, thighs, knees and helmet fully printed and bonded together with the helmet being the only piece I've sanded, puttied, primed, sanded some more and painted. Whatever advice people have I would very much appreciate on how to make this the best build possible. Particular info/guidance on what I'm looking for is what padding to use for the interior of the helmet and how to apply it, I'm thinking velcro applied to points with some adhesive and a motorcycle helmet padding liner with velcro bonded onto it as well so that I will stick or EVA foam. Im also curious on how to effectively cut, shape and smooth EVA foam as I'm going to be using that to pad the inside of the suit along with create parts of the undersuit. Also what are some other materials I might be able to use for the undersuit, I've seen some people 3d print parts of it and was thinking about going down that route for certain spots. Also any advice on how to set up a good rigging system made and attached so the suit stays put on my body when I wear it would be amazing, info like what are some good straps and buckles that I can purchase and what adhesive should I use to best bond them to the suit and will I need a sowing machine to sow some of the straps together in places. Again, really any info is appreciated. Have a great day!

 

[SpartanSweed]

If the rest of your suit is going to be like your helmet, this is going to be a build to watch!

So as far as padding goes, I’ve gone with the eggshell foam that’s used for soundproofing. It’s surprisingly comfortable and relatively easy to get a hold of.

Strapping can differ based on the individual, but we have had a strapping tutorial be made recently that I highly recommend looking at in the tutorial section!

 

[KwissDaddy]

If the rest of your suit is going to be like your helmet, this is going to be a build to watch!

So as far as padding goes, I’ve gone with the eggshell foam that’s used for soundproofing. It’s surprisingly comfortable and relatively easy to get a hold of.

Strapping can differ based on the individual, but we have had a strapping tutorial be made recently that I highly recommend looking at in the tutorial section!

Thank you for the praise and info, I really appreciate it! The plan is to make every piece as high quality as the last.

 

[Cadet]

I would recommend taking a moment to browse through our Tutorial Index, as it contains some threads answering several of your questions.

Tutorial Index

Tutorial Index This index is a gateway to a wealth of knowledge shared by community members here at the 405th. Each of the tutorials below was created by a community member who wanted to share their own expert tips, strategies, and creative solutions with all of you! This index is updated...

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For example, here is the recently finished Universal Armor Strapping System tutorial:

Universal Harness System for Armored Cosplay (TUTORIAL)

INTRODUCTION: The Challenge The timeless challenge that all armored cosplayers face once their stunning pieces are complete is figuring out how to put them on effectively. There are so many different sections to manage, and plenty of things to watch out for—like rotating biceps, stuff sitting...

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Here is our Strapping Guide:

Strapping Guide: Making, and sizing it.

SO, I have had a few people asking about strapping recently. After making several suits for my husband @Kusak , I have learned a few things on what has worked for us. So, when @Lobbster contacted me to help him make his strapping I jumped on it. Our plan is to place the strapping inside his...

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When it comes to undersuits, especially Reach style ones that Jorge has, here are some inspiration or informative threads, courtesy of N8TEBB's UnderSuit Resources Round Up:

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Pipninja's Reach Spartan Undersuit

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[KwissDaddy]

If the rest of your suit is going to be like your helmet, this is going to be a build to watch!

So as far as padding goes, I’ve gone with the eggshell foam that’s used for soundproofing. It’s surprisingly comfortable and relatively easy to get a hold of.

Strapping can differ based on the individual, but we have had a strapping tutorial be made recently that I highly recommend looking at in the tutorial section!

Also if you are interested in following the build I have been showing the steps as I make the suit on my page. I just finished Jorge's left shoulder plate and will hopefully clearcoat it sometime soon.

 

[KwissDaddy]

I would recommend taking a moment to browse through our Tutorial Index, as it contains some threads answering several of your questions.

Tutorial Index

Tutorial Index This index is a gateway to a wealth of knowledge shared by community members here at the 405th. Each of the tutorials below was created by a community member who wanted to share their own expert tips, strategies, and creative solutions with all of you! This index is updated...

www.405th.com

For example, here is the recently finished Universal Armor Strapping System tutorial:

Universal Harness System for Armored Cosplay (TUTORIAL)

INTRODUCTION: The Challenge The timeless challenge that all armored cosplayers face once their stunning pieces are complete is figuring out how to put them on effectively. There are so many different sections to manage, and plenty of things to watch out for—like rotating biceps, stuff sitting...

www.405th.com

Here is our Strapping Guide:

Strapping Guide: Making, and sizing it.

SO, I have had a few people asking about strapping recently. After making several suits for my husband @Kusak , I have learned a few things on what has worked for us. So, when @Lobbster contacted me to help him make his strapping I jumped on it. Our plan is to place the strapping inside his...

www.405th.com

When it comes to undersuits, especially Reach style ones that Jorge has, here are some inspiration or informative threads, courtesy of N8TEBB's UnderSuit Resources Round Up:

N8TEBB's Mk 7 Build!!!!!

I want to make a mk 7 suit this summer. I'm going in with a bit of a plan but really I plan on making it up as I go along. This is what I want my spartan to look like when all is said and done: I think the shoulders will be different, maybe the handplates, and different paint job on the gun...

www.405th.com

Foam - Jerverant's MkVII · Anubis

indeed they are! but i am a lowly noob in this fine craft

www.405th.com

Foam - Ranger's Halo: Reach Build

I'm bored at work, waiting for my script to run so I figured I'd create this thread. I'm going to be building a Halo: Reach suit, likely using the CQB helmet and other random components that I think look cool, cause that's how I customize my character in game. Yes, I currently have 2 other...

www.405th.com

Pipninja's Reach Spartan Undersuit

So finally the time has come where I show my process of making my Reach undersuit!! First and foremost, I want to give initial credit to WandererTJ , Because He is the one who made the pepakura model of the undersuit that I used to make my patterns, and KitKatGoose , Who I originally got the...

www.405th.com

Reach Jun Build (Foam/fibreglass + custom undersuit)

In depth tutorial for undersuit on page 9 Finished suit

www.405th.com

Detailed Reach armor + Undersuit

Hey everyone! This will be where I post progress and details of my new Reach suit. I've created two Reach suits in the past, one for myself and one for a friend. Hopefully this one will be even better looking and better functioning. This suit will be pretty much all foam, made with pep patterns...

www.405th.com

Foam - Monker’s Mk 7 build

So I started doing an unfold for the Mk 7 undersuit and intended for it to be a prototype… never intended to start a new build but you guys know how that always turns out. I am using TNT 4mm foam for these pieces. I built this with flexibility in mind. Each panel has nylon webbing between...

www.405th.com

My Noble Six helmet just arrived! Over the moon!

Hello! Artist is Johnsonarmsprops on instagram, very nice guy and gave my the paint colours in advance so I could continue painting my suit while I waited on the helmet! Super high quality!

www.405th.com

1st Build - 3D Printed Halo 3 'Finish the Fight' Chief/Spartan Build

Hey everyone, I'm Mitch I'm an Australian cosplayer who got into cosplaying specifically to make a Halo 3 Master Chief costume a few years ago. Back then I decided to make a clone trooper costume at the last second as I had no previous 3d printing, painting or general costume-making experience...

www.405th.com

Thank you so much for sharing all the links. I've been searching through them and have found a ton of useful information.

 

[ChicanoSoldier]

Fantastic helmet! I look forward to seeing the rest.

 

[KwissDaddy]

Fantastic helmet! I look forward to seeing the rest.

Thank you! I've finished the left bicep/shoulder plate as well so far and just started the left forearm. Slowly but surely making it happen.