New to 405th, Second Build - Scout Mk IV

[Ruuqo]

Hey folks,

I'm new to the 405th and decided if I'm here I might as well post up my current last minute project!

Last year I built my first 3d printed costume (the ODST in my profile pic) along with my partner's (in my banner) from Aguilar's files [largely modified to work with a foam chest/back rig because I wanted a more accurate look with the shoulder straps and back piece and didn't like the strapping setup]. Took about 3 months to build both of them. Because I'm a sucker for punishment I'm now attempting to build a whole spartan suit in just over a month lol
I won't be rushing it of course, if it doesn't get done it doesn't get done, but last minute major projects are a core part of who I am XD

This time however I'll be building my Halo Infinite spartan, which is a Mk IV base with a Reach Scout helm, Reavian Werewolf & ODST shoulders. I have plans to build a battle rifle and sidekick but those are almost definitely not going to get done in time for September so I'll be re-using either my H3 Sniper Rifle or the Needler (was my first major LED project) I built my partner with this costume.

(My Spartan)

I'll be 3D Printing most of it but similar to my ODST costume I'll be cutting/removing and modifying some of the 3D parts to incorporate replacement foam pieces [for a comfier fit, I'd rather have comfort over perfect appearance and this particular paint scheme makes some of that even more doable without being as noticeable].

This is technically my third 3d printed costume but really it's my second as I built both odst suits at the same time with the same knowledge so I count those as one- so this suit is with a bit of experience this time.

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Now onto the bits ya'll wanna see. I'll update as I make progress! Pray for my printer folks XD

I started a few days ago, helmet core is done and is in sanding/prepping phase (pic below is post assembly, pre sanding).
The helmet is TitleWaveDesign's Reach Scout Helmet, which features the FAST tac helmet insert designed to be interchangeable with other helmets which I printed... and to be honest not a fan- great concept, the room above allows for cabling and wires and the gap can create some airflow... but the extra space that insert takes up drastically reduces the amount of comfortable padding I can put in... and like I said above, I'm prioritising comfort [and I also have no current desire to make another helmet]. I took out the foam padding from my ODST helmet and stuck it in as a test fit and it fits way better and nicer, so I'll be ignoring the insert and going for the standard helmet padding method.
This particular helmet file also features the removeable chin that's magnetised. It's.... an interesting feature?

Technically I can fit my head into the helmet without removing the chin but it's... tight [designed that way], so I will likely be keeping the removable chin. I also have the visor printed in clear Resin along with all the lenses, and I have a purple visor tint in the mail but I'll dye it if it doesn't arrive in time. So onto all the post processing for that too!

Got the chest of the main suit (by HudsonForge) being printed now.
I have so many things in the mail I'm hoping arrive ASAP (paint, magnets, the visor tint, etc) but I'll keep my updates posted here!

I've been meaning to join the 405th for a few years and finally have, so I'm glad to be here sharing my stuff and seeing all yours!

 

[N8TEBB]

Because I'm a sucker for punishment I'm now attempting to build a whole spartan suit in just over a month lol

!!! That's quite the time crunch! Best of luck my guy. While it's technically not impossible for that timeline to work out, I would honestly be really impressed if anyone could make a whole suit start to finish in a month.

This particular helmet file also features the removeable chin that's magnetised. It's.... an interesting feature?

If the helmet's designed that way then it's probably a feature worth keeping. I think FuriousFido has an ODST helmet with a removable chin piece, seems to be quite useful for getting relief at cons without needing to take the whole helmet off. My helmet doesn't have a removable chin, but the mk VII has a big enough space for me to get my head into the helmet without it being too tight of a fit, so not really needed anyways.

I've been meaning to join the 405th for a few years and finally have, so I'm glad to be here sharing my stuff and seeing all yours!

Well welcome aboard! We're happy to have you and we're excited to see what you create!

 

[SgtSaint]

I swear "Superman & Lois" just knocked off the MK-VII for John Henry Irons.

 

[Ruuqo]

!!! That's quite the time crunch! Best of luck my guy. While it's technically not impossible for that timeline to work out, I would honestly be really impressed if anyone could make a whole suit start to finish in a month.


If the helmet's designed that way then it's probably a feature worth keeping. I think FuriousFido has an ODST helmet with a removable chin piece, seems to be quite useful for getting relief at cons without needing to take the whole helmet off. My helmet doesn't have a removable chin, but the mk VII has a big enough space for me to get my head into the helmet without it being too tight of a fit, so not really needed anyways.


Well welcome aboard! We're happy to have you and we're excited to see what you create!

It absolutely is but I have FAITH
I'm not worried to be honest. My main goal is to at least get just the helmet finished. And with potential new jobs starting soon it will make it impossible to finish in time anyway, but I will try none the less!
The time crunch is due to the last convention for the year being in mid September. Worst case I have just the helmet finished, or I wear my ODST again. And neither of those are bad options

Yeh I will be keeping the feature, it works better with the visor and absolutely the ability to give myself relief without removing the whole helmet is a plus. So I ordered some magnets to give it a whirl.
My ODST helmet has a big enough space to fit my head too and doesnt have a removeable chin- this scout design by TitleWave is deliberately made with smaller necks to give a better visual "seal" but it means the removable chin is kind of compulsory if you can't squeeze in.

Thank you! happy to be here!