Floating geometry for costuming files

[Darq]

I've been playing about with pepakura and working on a few helmets and various armor pieces to get some experience before i finally go all out and do a full build.
Most of the files have the details built into a single mesh, which can make for some interesting cutting and gluing. Is there any reason to not use floating geometry/parts that would glue onto the base mesh/armor?
1I hope I'm explaining this correctly


First pic is base an send would be with floating geometry.
Sorry about the wonky looking model. It's in the concepting phase

 

[MoeSizzlac]

If that is a face, the only difference I see is the bridge of the nose. If this is just pepakura, I see no real reason why you can't use the floating geometry and glue it on later.

 

[PerniciousDuke]

If it is pepped and resined all in one piece it is stronger, so that is preferred. Many files have floating pieces, it is not a problem. Anyone who's assembled one should know that they just need to attach it before hardening.

 

[Darq]

"If it is pepped and resined all in one piece it is stronger," Hadn't thought of that.
I have seen some with Small floating geometry. but not many.

 

[Darq]

Yes MoeSizzlac, that is a face.
Here's what she looks like. I'd love to unfold and share some of my stuff and some halo 5 armors.