Yup, I have an EVA Astra Militarum costume that's practical for airsoft use. The trickiest part is finding a paint that will tolerate the flexing without cracking.
I would love to see tutorials for the pauldron and backpack too!! It really helps complete the look :) Loved the ending, impressively cinematic filming!!
Even though I'm using white EVA foam; what exterior paint would you all recommend? I know about the high gloss clear coat to finish, but what's a good rec for the paint? BTW, I also know about using primer (Mod Podge) before I paint....
I use industrial Velcro with a sticky backing. I apply contact cement where I want the velcro to be, peel back the plastic and stick the velcro on the part. The bond should be really strong this way.
Thank you for the final video! I’m working on this to finish by the 28th, up to the chest now. I haven’t done any sanding or painting yet on the helmet, I figured I’d do everything together. If I’m going for a clean look, should I use modeling paste to fill in the seams like the helmet? Or will the mod podge still take care of that all for the armor?
@@TristanMakerThank you! So use the paste to fill the seams, sand that (like with the helmet), then go with the mod podge and paint? It seems less involved than the helmet, giving me hope I’ll get it done in time.
Great result for foam armor. Impressed. Deserves way more views
Yes, definitely interested in the pauldron and backpack templates and video.
Well done in the armor as well. Looks very good.
Thanks! I might start working on the templates for the sandtrooper parts soon!
A pauldron video would be awesome
That's incredible - nice work. Great stunt suit for action stuff. Would rather fall over in that than an abs one. Amazing job.
Thanks! And yes, it's more comfotable and gives greater freedom of movement :)
Yup, I have an EVA Astra Militarum costume that's practical for airsoft use. The trickiest part is finding a paint that will tolerate the flexing without cracking.
Remember in Canada going around with a replica gun, even for Stormtroopers, could get you 5-10 soon!
Good thing I’m from Texas. Nobody takin my replicas XD
Whats a 5-10?
I would love to see tutorials for the pauldron and backpack too!! It really helps complete the look :) Loved the ending, impressively cinematic filming!!
Cool, thanks!
I would love to see the accessories design video, what you’re doing is so cool mate, awesome
Bravo!! Great project tutorial. Subscribed!!
Thanks! I watch your videos, you make amazing projects! :)
@@TristanMaker thank you kindly!!
it is so awesome. I love your templates. I build your Mando
Cool! I'm glad you like my work and have fun crafting :)
Looks great
Thanks!
Nice job
Thanks!
Even though I'm using white EVA foam; what exterior paint would you all recommend? I know about the high gloss clear coat to finish, but what's a good rec for the paint? BTW, I also know about using primer (Mod Podge) before I paint....
Any tips on securing Velcro? I’m having the worst time with the Velcro peeling off when I try to disconnect pieces from each other.
I use industrial Velcro with a sticky backing. I apply contact cement where I want the velcro to be, peel back the plastic and stick the velcro on the part. The bond should be really strong this way.
Can you please make the pauldron templates . Keep up the good work.
How did you make the blaster?
It's all EVA foam! Unfortunately I don't have a tutorial for it.
starting this week :) we shall see
Awesome! Have fun crafting :)
I just finished the template for the helm armor is next@@TristanMaker
How much foam was used in all?
Yay!! You made another video!! This is super helpful. How would you suggest I make the armor look more shiny and polished?
Gloss clear coat.
Exactly! Just skip the weathering and apply a gloss clear coat over the white base
Give it like three coats of high gloss clear coat
As always it's an amazing job. Will we be able to see you soon, maybe at a con? :)
Thanks! I'll be at the Montreal Christmas Comiccon :)
@@TristanMaker great ! See you there 😁
At 3:34; I can see there are cuts (or grooves) on the inside part of your breastplate. Is that a step that I missed somehow?
No, those are not necessary. I added them to help the part bend because I forgot to heat form it before assembly.
Oh, my God, this is horrible! I wanted to make this suit when I got back to China, and it turns out rust oleum spray paint costs $80 a can in China.
Do you ever plan to make a Vader helmet/costume?
Not for now as I have many projects planned but maybe someday!
What is this music btw 10/10
The music in the montage at the end is Push Yourself by Hey Pluto!
Thank you for the final video! I’m working on this to finish by the 28th, up to the chest now.
I haven’t done any sanding or painting yet on the helmet, I figured I’d do everything together. If I’m going for a clean look, should I use modeling paste to fill in the seams like the helmet? Or will the mod podge still take care of that all for the armor?
Cool! Definitely use the modeling paste if you don't plan to weather the armor.
@@TristanMakerThank you! So use the paste to fill the seams, sand that (like with the helmet), then go with the mod podge and paint? It seems less involved than the helmet, giving me hope I’ll get it done in time.
In your Clone Trooper armor video, you recommended house paint. Should we go with that or the mod podge? Or does it matter?
Both will work but when using thick foam like 8 or 10mm, I find that the Modpodge method works better for me.
Ok that sounds good. What do you think of the spray Modpodge?