Costuming:TK TLJ

Stormtrooper, The Last Jedi / The Rise of Skywalker

Model TK-42128, Photo by Ardeshir Radpour

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Description: Stormtrooper, The Last Jedi / The rise of Skywalker Prefix: TK Detachment: First Imperial Stormtrooper Detachment Context: Star Wars Episode VIII: The Last Jedi Star Wars, Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker With the rise of The First Order, Stormtroopers once again lead the charge as the latest evolution of the most iconic symbol of military might in the universe. Highly trained in the use of multiple lethal weapons, guerilla tactics and counter insurgency makes the First Order Stormtrooper a formidable adversary.

For 501st membership only the requirements in black need to be met. FISD Defines additional, optional levels of costuming excellence. In the page below, requirements for Level 2 “Expert Infantry” are listed in blue. Requirements for Level 3 “Centurion” are listed in red. Please visit the FISD web site for a full description of these standards. Special Notes: EVA foam & Similar materials are not approvable. Blasters are not required for legion membership per our weapons policy. A Blaster is required for level 2 and above. Armor is scaled proportionately to the wearer. 3D printed components must have no visible print lines and must be smooth for a realistic appearance.

This Visual Guide has been reviewed by the detachment staff and the LMO team and is certified for use as a minimum approval guideline for GMLs. GMLs are free to approve this costume type. This document is not intended to be a detailed how-to on costume construction; rather a visual guide to be used for 501st costume approval. Details on construction may be found on the respective costume detachment web forum. GMLs uncertain about an aspect of submitted costume shall post questions in the appropriate DL/GML peer review section of the Legion forum. Measurements given in this document are intended to be approximate and generalized; not criteria for approval. Requirements for all 501st costumes are proportional to the wearer in scale, fit and size. Text descriptions are only one part of the guideline. GMLs and costumers must consider both text and pictures (CRL and Reference) when reviewing the costume.

Required Costume Components

The following costume components are present and appear as described below.

	Helmet Lenses are smoky brown or gray in color. They may be bubble in shape or flat and must be sufficiently dark enough to obscure the costumer's eyes. A single silver aerator/mic tip cylinder is on lower left side of the wearer's chin. The frown is solid black and covered in black hexagonal mesh that extends to the tears. Each tear (area beneath the corners of eye lenses) is solid black. Seven cut out tube stripe slots are on each side of the helmet. Two clip greeblies are present over the traps on the side. Two clip greebles are present on the top of the helmet, parallel to the trap greeblies. The clip greeblies must be the correct TLJ/Tros version. Along the base of the helmet a black stripe runs from the side of the helmet and across the back to the other side. There is a slight groove that circumvents the helmet above the brow. There is a slight grove that circumvents the helmet along the bottom and over the chin. A brow of solid black material spans from the traps over the lenses. Directly below the traps toward the base of the helmet is a small trapezoidal stripe. Mouth area is angled and has 7 teeth with mesh/grill behind.
	OPTIONAL Level two certification (if applicable):
	OPTIONAL Level three certification (if applicable): The seven recessed tube stripe slots on each side of the helmet are fully cut out.

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	Neckseal Black with horizontal ribs, fitted to the wearer, and extending from the base of the neck to conceal the entire neck. No hair or skin should be visible around the neck area.
	OPTIONAL Level two certification (if applicable):
	OPTIONAL Level three certification (if applicable): Ideally, the neckseal shall have 11 ribs. The neckseal has a glossy finish.

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	Chest Plate The chest plate overlaps the abdominal plate. The center-top of the chest plate is recessed and black on the side and upward facing edges. A smaller clasp greeblie shall be present on each side of the chest, just inside a small indented area the size of the greeblie. There is a slight groove running vertical on each lateral side of the chest that angles toward the center. Six recessed black ovals are on the wearer's right side, left of the greeblie.
	OPTIONAL Level two certification (if applicable):
	OPTIONAL Level three certification (if applicable): Grooves on sides of chest should show clear separation. Six recessed black ovals are cut out and backed with black material.

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	Back/Yoke The back plate contains a “O II” design, and the O is black in color. There are no visible seams on the back/yoke. The yoke portion extends over the wearer's shoulders and curves under the armpits.
	OPTIONAL Level two certification (if applicable):
	OPTIONAL Level three certification (if applicable): A support tab extending from the outside top arch of the yoke shall be present. The support tab should be of a sturdy material, white in color.

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	Thermal Detonator The thermal detonator mounting plate sits under the back plate and rests above the belt. The control panel is black. The righthand recessed end cape is black. The lefthand end cap extends from the detonator assembly and is black all around the cylinder as well as the end surface. A visible seam is allowed between the cylinder and backing plate .
	OPTIONAL Level two certification (if applicable): The slot that runs across the top of the detonator shall have a black decal or be painted black at the bottom of the groove.
	OPTIONAL Level three certification (if applicable): The end cap is part of an inner cylinder that slides into the detonator assembly. The cylinder is completely painted black. It is visible through the top grove and back window(control Panel) The slot that runs across the top of the detonator and the rear window (control panel)should be cut through so the inserted black cylinder is visible through them both. TFA single piece Thermal Detonator with correct paint scheme is not allowed, the correct TLJ/TroS version must be present.

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	Shoulder Gaskets Gaskets shall be rubber or a shiny black material with ridges. The shoulder gaskets must cover all exposed areas under the shoulder bell, between the bicep and chest, and between bicep and back.
	OPTIONAL Level two certification (if applicable):
	OPTIONAL Level three certification (if applicable): Gaskets shall be made of rubber. Fabric gaskets are not acceptable.

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	Shoulder Bells One on each shoulder. The shoulders are considered effectively symmetrical. They may be worn interchangeably on the left and right shoulders. Shoulders have small round extension at the top under the bell itself that butts up against the yoke.

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	Biceps Biceps have one seam that faces forward, and a seam on the inside of the arm. The rest of the bicep must be seamless. A clip greeblie is present low and across the seam. Two black ovals are present on the outside-facing side of the bicep.
	OPTIONAL Level two certification (if applicable):
	OPTIONAL Level three certification (if applicable): Trapezoid detail and ridges in bicep must be present (small detailed section). The inner seam should be overlapped construction. Seams can be fixed or functional.

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	Elbow Gaskets Gaskets shall be rubber or a shiny black material with ridges. The elbow gaskets must cover all exposed areas between the bicep and forearm.
	OPTIONAL Level two certification (if applicable):
	OPTIONAL Level three certification (if applicable): Gaskets shall be made of rubber. Fabric gaskets are not acceptable.

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	Forearms Forearms shall have ridged rail, similar to a Picatinny, embedded on the inside of the forearm, roughly covered 1/3rd by a box shape. Forearms shall have a box on the bottom of the wrist end. Each box shall have a single black square in the lower inside corner. Each forearm shall have two 'clasp greeblies' on the outside facing surface, near the wrist. Detail box includes black rectangle on small edge perpendicular and closest to the wrist.
	OPTIONAL Level two certification (if applicable): The boxes should sit against the forearm with minimal gap. On the ridged rail the third retaining button head closest to the elbow is to be painted grey or is a grey decal.
	OPTIONAL Level three certification (if applicable): The seam between the forearm boxes and the forearm should not be filled. The top (elbow end) of the forearm should be trimmed in the correct TLJ/TroS shape. TFA cut is not permitted. On the ridged rail the third retaining button head closest to the elbow is an Allen key dome Hex bolt, approximately 5mm head width. Decals or paint are not permissible.

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	Gloves/Handplates Are black with white palm, thumb and forefinger. Extend underneath the forearm. White area is made from leather or leather-like material. Handplates are rigid square boxes and the hand plates are mounted securely over the back of the glove. The recessed oval detail is aligned with the index finger of each hand. A black decal or paint may be used to emulate the recessed oval detail.
	OPTIONAL Level two certification (if applicable):
	OPTIONAL Level three certification (if applicable): Glove palm must have black stitching.

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	Abdomen Section The abdomen section must wrap around the wearer's body without a visible seam. The abdomen has 7 boxes attached that match the order and placement shown against the armor. The large box has a small black recessed square on the lower left to the wearer. The second box to the right of the wearer has a small black recessed rectangle near the top.
	OPTIONAL Level two certification (if applicable): The boxes should sit against the abdominal plate with minimal to no gaps.
	OPTIONAL Level three certification (if applicable): The seams between the abdominal armor and the 7 boxes should not be filled.

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	Codpiece The codpiece sits below the abdomen and under the belt. There is a strap between the codpiece and the posterior.
	OPTIONAL Level two certification (if applicable): TLJ correct cod is required.
	OPTIONAL Level three certification (if applicable):

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	Posterior armor The posterior armor sits below the abdomen and under the belt. The top portion of the part shown is hidden by the belt and used to connect the plate to the abdomen armor.

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Belt The belt is ribbed and made from a rubber or a rubber like material. The width of the belt is approximately 2" (50mm). Five white rectangular boxes and one pouch sit on the belt. There are 2 horizontal boxes on the front, on each side of the center. They are painted white on the outside half and black on the inside half. There are 2 vertical boxes on the right of the wearer. There is a large vertical black pouch with a white cover behind the left side of the wearer. A small black cloth pouch is worn on the left side and hides the buckle or remaining belt material.

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	Undersuit An undergarment must be worn such that the space between the thighs and the belt shows a black material. The black material may be shiny or matte. The reference photo shows the type used on screen but is not required for basic approval.
	OPTIONAL Level two certification (if applicable):
	OPTIONAL Level three certification (if applicable): The shorts area of the undersuit should be shiny.

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	Thighs There are seams on the inside and outside of the thighs. A clip greeblie is present high and across the outside seams of each thigh. The right outside thigh to the wearer includes a base for a holster (holster must be present).
	OPTIONAL Level two certification (if applicable): Holster must be shown to be Functional.
	OPTIONAL Level three certification (if applicable): The inner seam should be overlapped construction. Seams can be fixed or functional.

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	Knee Gaskets Gaskets shall be rubber or a shiny black material with ridges. The knee gaskets must cover all exposed areas between the thigh and shin.
	OPTIONAL Level two certification (if applicable):
	OPTIONAL Level three certification (if applicable): Gaskets shall be made of rubber. Fabric gaskets are not acceptable.

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	Knee Plates The knee plates mirror each other and are placed evenly between the thigh and the shin. Convex edge of knee plate faces upward.

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	Shins There are seams on the inside and outside of the shins, with the opening on the inside. A clip greeblie is present high and across the outside seams of each shin. The wearer's left outside shin includes two vertical thin boxes that are seamless. There is a rounded rectangle at the bottom outer front of each shin, which is visible above the spat. The recessed area is black.

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	Spats The spats wrap around the lower ankle, just below the black ankle rectangles. The spats are enclosed on the outside of the ankle with a greeblie that overlaps the open side. There is a visible seam on the inside of the ankle.

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	Boots The boots are above-ankle height, and made of white leather or leather-like material. There is a seam down both sides of the front that swoops out to the side of the foot. There is a vertical zipper on the inside that spans the height of the boot. There is a black flat sole with no heel. No buckles or laces.

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Optional Accessories

Items below are optional costume accessories. These items are not required for approval, but if present appear as described below. If adding in an accessory after initial approval, the item still needs to be submitted to local GML for approval before use.

	Shoulder Pauldron A red, white, or black ornament made of rigid plastic or plastic-like material, worn over the right shoulder.
	OPTIONAL Level two certification (if applicable):
	OPTIONAL Level three certification (if applicable): Must not be worn with riot baton or riot shield.

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	Ammo Vest Black cordura or cordura-type material covering the chest armor. There are two straps attached to the outer top edges of the vest, going around the shoulders to connect to clips on each side of the vest. An additional strap starts along the bottom of the vest and goes around the wearer. There are 5 ammo pouches present. There are 3 white plates mounted along the top of the 3 central ammo pouches. Straps are connected with quick disconnects (clips). There are additional fabric bands across each ammo pouch. The outer two ammo pouches have front flaps present and closed.
	OPTIONAL Level two certification (if applicable):
	OPTIONAL Level three certification (if applicable): Strapping should match reference photo. When worn, riot baton and riot shield must not be present.

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	Riot Baton The baton has a white base with two black triangles on both sides, a silver pommel, black side grips, and a silver handle perpendicular to the base. The end of the base has an extension roughly 1 foot long with 5 silver bands equally spaced apart. There is a black strip running down the center of both sides of the extension. At the end of the extension, there are two white half cylinder arms each with 5 silver bands equally spaced apart. The end of the half-cylinders are angled at roughly 45 degrees.
	OPTIONAL Level two certification (if applicable): 3D printed blasters and any approvable accessories can not contain visible print lines and must be sanded smooth for a more realistic appearance.
	OPTIONAL Level three certification (if applicable): Riot batten should have working lights down length of both sides of the barrel, and top of the rear housing, centre of back triangle area. Riot shield and riot baton must both be present. Pauldron, backpack, ammo pouches and ammo vest shall not be worn with riot baton/riot shield combination.

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	Riot Shield The shield is square or rectangular in shape, with a beveled edge all the way around that is between 1 and 2 inches wide. Roughly 2" of the long sides of the shield are angled toward the wearer. There is a triangular lens near the top of the shield that is black in color. There are four pointed greeblies, one at each corner of the flat area of the outward facing side of the shield. Optionally, these may contain working white LED lights.
	OPTIONAL Level two certification (if applicable): 3D printed blasters and any approvable accessories can not contain visible print lines and must be sanded smooth for a more realistic appearance.
	OPTIONAL Level three certification (if applicable): Riot shield and riot baton must both be present. Pauldron, backpack, ammo pouches and ammo vest shall not be worn with riot baton/riot shield combination.

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	F-11D Blaster Blaster may be scratch-built, or a modified commercial toy Stormtrooper blaster. Blaster may have a picatinny rail on the right side of the barrel. Blaster may have a sling attached. Details to be painted black, white and silver per reference photos.
	OPTIONAL Level two certification (if applicable): Rear sight is painted black. D-Ring shall be present on the rear end cap, rectangular in shape and painted white. 3D printed blasters can not contain visible print lines and must be sanded smooth for a more realistic appearance.
	OPTIONAL Level three certification (if applicable): Working lights and working front torch are required. Front handle must be movable. Blaster must have a picatinny rail on the right side of barrel

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	F-11D Blaster Rifle Blaster may be scratch-built, or a modified commercial toy Stormtrooper blaster. Similar to standard F-11D Blaster with extended stock attached. Details to be painted black, white and silver per reference photos.
	OPTIONAL Level two certification (if applicable): Rear sight is painted white. 3D printed blasters can not contain visible print lines and must be sanded smooth for a more realistic appearance.
	OPTIONAL Level three certification (if applicable): Working lights and working front torch are required. Front handle must be movable. Blaster must have picatinny rail on the right side of barrel

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	SE-44C Pistol Based on a replica Glock 17 repeating pistol, scratch-built, or a modified commercial Stormtrooper toy. Details to be painted black, white and silver per reference photos.
	OPTIONAL Level two certification (if applicable): 3D printed blasters can not contain visible print lines and must be sanded smooth for a more realistic appearance.
	OPTIONAL Level three certification (if applicable): Must have working light.

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	Electro-Prod TROS only. If used no other weapon to be carried. Prod may be scratch-built or 3D printed.
	OPTIONAL Level two certification (if applicable): Details to be painted black, white and silver per reference photos. 3D Electro prods can not contain visible print lines, and must be sanded smooth for a more realistic appearance.
	OPTIONAL Level three certification (if applicable): There is a small tube that runs from half way up the shaft to the head. Working red lights in ovals of the top silver section, 3 lights per oval (12 total).Working blue lights in the 3 top tips.

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