zigzwag
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Okay, So, I am super excited to finally be able to debut this armor to everyone! It was a super exciting build (Even though time constraints were short, I think it came out more then beautifully!
So, here we go.
For the Armor I used Andrew DFT's Halo reach ODST templates. I would have preferred to use templates that I made myself, however, I ran into a bit of a time crunch when the Con I was going to be attending was happening a LOT sooner then I had originally thought. I knew I wanted to build armor this year, and Andrew DFT, and his very informative, VERY helpful tutorials really helped me through in this project, and REALLY got me hooked on the idea of building armor. I really can't wait to find out what I am going to build next.
I completed this build in 2 weeks from start to finish, I had to build three complete sets in that time frame, one for me, and two for family and family friends. So there are some instences in the armor that might show through as not being quite as sharp or as perfect as I would prefer.
This was also my first attempt at ever building a rifle prop from scratch, Designing my own templates and building it using the materials I had on hand!
So without further adieu I give you my ODST build!
There were things I had to modify on the DFT design in order to make it fit me in the torso, shoulders, and knees. But other than that it fit's pretty well!
I designed the backpack out of a Garbage can that I got from staples, and it's attached to my back with buckles. It is a completely functional backpack, and was very useful to me throughout the entire convention holding things like my water bottle, (Even though I needed someones help to get at it!)
Anyways, I am open to critiques. And always looking for ways to grow as a creator. I can't wait to start on another project in the future!
(As per some of the comment's requests here are a few more pictures of the ODST build's Just a side note I am not a professional photographer, all pictures were taken on my Cellphone! And credit goes to all other photographers who took their pictures of us!)
(Obligitory paid/photoshoped con photo)
- this was a picture from the Costume Contest (Which was so much fun to be a part of for the first time.) even if they played Disney tromping through the forest music instead of the pre mixed audio I gave them... If there is one thing that I want to change/modify with this armor, it would be that I want to re-do the thigh plates, I found the DFT template, while very easy to follow, and well detailed was VERY VERY small. I would like to either rebuild the thighs using templates that I will create on my own, or remake these ones and make them longer so that they cover up more of the under suite (Rothco BDU)
-a picture of me and my squad mate! (armor made by me templated by DFT)
Lastly is my squad mate and her girlfriend in over-watch positions defending that bus stop from the Covenant
Next, there were some who wanted some Extra pictures of the Sniper rifle that I scratch built and templated myself! I have to say I am super proud of my very first prop basically ever.
-A picture of the sniper rifle next to Andrew DFT's suppressed SMG with a .50cal inert bullet for scale. The magazine is removable with three (VERY WEAK) magnets, if I built it again I'd try and find stronger ones to help keep the magazine from falling out.
And lastly, some of you wanted pictures of the Backpack, I have some progress images of the backpack, but this is basicially the breakdown. bought a squarish garbage can, cut it in half glued it back together on a much slimmer profile, added EVA foam and buckles. paint/weather and attach!
-garbage can in it's natural form ($7CAD) from Staples
-Eva added for shape (I know it's not exact, but I was on a VERY VERY short dedline remember 2 weeks total build time!)
added a lid!
-added the straps, paint weather and attach to the armor (Fit's like a glove right onto the backplate of DFT's build!)
-In this image you can see how I built the hinges. I used Nylon strapping held on with Hot glue, and a strip of EVA to help give it a little bit extra strength.
-And lastly, a look inside, 500ml empty bottle of Coke for scale! There isn't a whole lot of room inside but it is more than enough for the essentials. However, seeing that it attached directly to the back of the armor, you will either need to take the entire chest plate off, or go with a squad mate and have them access the backpack for you if you need anything.
- I was a little bit concerned with the strapping falling off, however, this was able to hold a full 1 liter bottle of water, a bottle of coke and two monster energy drinks inside it for hours without fail.
Anyways, if you have any further questions please feel free to ask, I am still learning, and I am always open to critisism and Idea's in order to help improve my craft! and I hope that I can help anyone improve theirs!
Keep building!
Zig!
So, here we go.
For the Armor I used Andrew DFT's Halo reach ODST templates. I would have preferred to use templates that I made myself, however, I ran into a bit of a time crunch when the Con I was going to be attending was happening a LOT sooner then I had originally thought. I knew I wanted to build armor this year, and Andrew DFT, and his very informative, VERY helpful tutorials really helped me through in this project, and REALLY got me hooked on the idea of building armor. I really can't wait to find out what I am going to build next.
I completed this build in 2 weeks from start to finish, I had to build three complete sets in that time frame, one for me, and two for family and family friends. So there are some instences in the armor that might show through as not being quite as sharp or as perfect as I would prefer.
This was also my first attempt at ever building a rifle prop from scratch, Designing my own templates and building it using the materials I had on hand!
So without further adieu I give you my ODST build!
There were things I had to modify on the DFT design in order to make it fit me in the torso, shoulders, and knees. But other than that it fit's pretty well!
I designed the backpack out of a Garbage can that I got from staples, and it's attached to my back with buckles. It is a completely functional backpack, and was very useful to me throughout the entire convention holding things like my water bottle, (Even though I needed someones help to get at it!)
Anyways, I am open to critiques. And always looking for ways to grow as a creator. I can't wait to start on another project in the future!
(As per some of the comment's requests here are a few more pictures of the ODST build's Just a side note I am not a professional photographer, all pictures were taken on my Cellphone! And credit goes to all other photographers who took their pictures of us!)
(Obligitory paid/photoshoped con photo)
- this was a picture from the Costume Contest (Which was so much fun to be a part of for the first time.) even if they played Disney tromping through the forest music instead of the pre mixed audio I gave them... If there is one thing that I want to change/modify with this armor, it would be that I want to re-do the thigh plates, I found the DFT template, while very easy to follow, and well detailed was VERY VERY small. I would like to either rebuild the thighs using templates that I will create on my own, or remake these ones and make them longer so that they cover up more of the under suite (Rothco BDU)
-a picture of me and my squad mate! (armor made by me templated by DFT)
Lastly is my squad mate and her girlfriend in over-watch positions defending that bus stop from the Covenant
Next, there were some who wanted some Extra pictures of the Sniper rifle that I scratch built and templated myself! I have to say I am super proud of my very first prop basically ever.
-A picture of the sniper rifle next to Andrew DFT's suppressed SMG with a .50cal inert bullet for scale. The magazine is removable with three (VERY WEAK) magnets, if I built it again I'd try and find stronger ones to help keep the magazine from falling out.
And lastly, some of you wanted pictures of the Backpack, I have some progress images of the backpack, but this is basicially the breakdown. bought a squarish garbage can, cut it in half glued it back together on a much slimmer profile, added EVA foam and buckles. paint/weather and attach!
-garbage can in it's natural form ($7CAD) from Staples
-Eva added for shape (I know it's not exact, but I was on a VERY VERY short dedline remember 2 weeks total build time!)
added a lid!
-added the straps, paint weather and attach to the armor (Fit's like a glove right onto the backplate of DFT's build!)
-In this image you can see how I built the hinges. I used Nylon strapping held on with Hot glue, and a strip of EVA to help give it a little bit extra strength.
-And lastly, a look inside, 500ml empty bottle of Coke for scale! There isn't a whole lot of room inside but it is more than enough for the essentials. However, seeing that it attached directly to the back of the armor, you will either need to take the entire chest plate off, or go with a squad mate and have them access the backpack for you if you need anything.
- I was a little bit concerned with the strapping falling off, however, this was able to hold a full 1 liter bottle of water, a bottle of coke and two monster energy drinks inside it for hours without fail.
Anyways, if you have any further questions please feel free to ask, I am still learning, and I am always open to critisism and Idea's in order to help improve my craft! and I hope that I can help anyone improve theirs!
Keep building!
Zig!
