Wayward Flood
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So seeing all you sweaty sweaty people at HOD Chicago got me inspired to start designing my own armor with several features. I'm making this thread to start pooling ideas and 3D print models. The goal for this design is to incorporate a lot of amazing ideas I have read about on these forums with my own knowledge on armor systems and A&P. It will be modular with a focus in being comfortable and easy to repair. I give no promises on when this will start production!! I still have to finish my Halo CE assualt rifle and ammo counter before I begin this prop armor. I encourage anybody to use any idea on this thread if they want to!! This armor will most likely have various stages of completion during its long long production. I'm probably going to have to hit the gym a lot more often to wear this thing clunky thing reasonably.
Overall Aesthetic: I will make a mix of the Combat Evolved and CE Anniversary Mark V using Armorsmith. I'm a sucker for nostalgia after all. Armorsmith will be perfect for getting the proportions right although I might also make my own custom made manikin to use for better concept work.
Overall Aesthetic: I will make a mix of the Combat Evolved and CE Anniversary Mark V using Armorsmith. I'm a sucker for nostalgia after all. Armorsmith will be perfect for getting the proportions right although I might also make my own custom made manikin to use for better concept work.
Helmet: It will have the most complex features put into it. The first helmet will be made by Moonlight Forge / Props & Cosplay. I may redesign it around a motorcycle helmet later.
Mic system
Quad LED lights with outside button toggle
Heads up Display inspired by RandomRanger's helmet project
"AI" chip slot in back for HUD software
PC fans with ventilation though mouth vents and back of head vents for optimal air flow
Movable chin or visor for emergency beer intake
Main Suit Systems: I will probably store most of this in the power pack on the back of the armor.
Various straps to fit with foam under layer. These straps will have the adjustable snap on points for the 3D printed armor pieces
Camel pack water thingy
Battery back for powering everything
Lights on armor pieces
Forced air vent system through out the suit. This is still very much in the theory stage. I figure it would pump air underneath the foam layer in order to cool off the user
Height:
I'm 5' 11" and would use the boots and helmet location to give me that taller imposing spartan appearance. I could make an attachable sole for the bottom of my actual boots. I'm use to walking in ski boots so this shouldn't be too bad right!?........ I can use Armor smith to get the proportions right to compensate for the height increase.
Material:
I'm thinking ASA plastic will do fine. 3D metal printing or fiber printing are considerations though.
I know this project is very ambitious. Feel free to give any advice or to just tell me I'm nuts!
