![]() ![]() ![]() The electronics of the suit were sensitive to electrical discharges, though Vader added a limited amount of insulation to the suit after discovering this. Vader had to change his lightsaber style to compensate for the weight, bulk and inflexibility of his armor. Vader slowly learned to live with the isolation and anonymity that the suit imposed on him. The armor encased Vader completely, creating a seal to protect his charred skin and lungs. After Vader's death, Luke ceremonially cremated his father along with the armor on the forest moon of Endor. The suit was finally irreparably broken in 4 ABY, when Vader absorbed Emperor Palpatine's powerful Force lightning in his face aboard the second Death Star to save his son, Luke Skywalker, from certain death. It was damaged or broken several times during its use, necessitating upgrades and repairs. The suit provided a suite of life-support system and gave Vader relatively free movement without having to use a hoverchair. The suit's construction incorporated Sith alchemy to augment Vader's severely diminished physical strength and vitality. His suit followed an ancient Sith tradition, in which the warriors of the dark side of the Force would adorn themselves in heavy armor. Twisted and evil." ―Obi-Wan Kenobi, on Darth Vader įollowing his near-fatal duel with Obi-Wan Kenobi on Mustafar in 19 BBY, Darth Vader received a mobile life support system encased in a suit of distinctive black armor.ĭarth Vader's armor, serial number: E-3778Q-1, was designed to maintain and protect the young Sith apprentice's charred body while exuding an air of intimidation and control. The bottom of the cod piece connects to the bottom of the butt plate with a single strap." He's more machine now than man. The thighs are connected to the codpiece with a single strap on each side. There is also a loop on the bell that keeps it from flopping around. The shoulder bells connect to the shoulder straps with a single piece of elastic, and an additional strap is glued to the bottom edge of the bell that connects to the upper arm. The shins (not pictured) are held together by three straps on each side. I didn't get many pictures of the strapping process, as I was wrapped up with college at the time, but I'll try to explain it as best I can. After that's done, cut some elastic straps and and glue the chest and back together at the shoulders and sides. If you choose to use the latex caulking, lay down a line along the seam, and smooth it with a paper towel. ![]() ![]() Also carve a groove following the blue line shown on the codpiece. You'll also want to carve a groove down the center of the chest plate with the dremel. Hot glue the chest pieces together, and glue the craft foam pieces to the cardboard. EVA foam is a great, versatile material for making anything from costume clothing, armor, props, crafts. Thanks again for viewing.Ĭlone Trooper Armor Pepakura Files For Foam. well since I have some free time and a lot of red ink lying around might as well do some coloring. Someone asked if I could make it like a zombie apocalypse type of thing. unfortunately I only have half inch thick eva foams, but I wanted to make one, so I needed to make do of what I have. Stormtroopers are one the most recognizable and iconic characters of all time, so with the aid of google I found this: the pep file is an excellent replica of the original helmet. Back then there was no google so I had to ask everyone for information. then there was Edison, he didnt just drew something he made a starwars poster! Naturally, I was fascinated by the guy in the black helmet who looked like a robot. there was this drawing contest where everybody needed to draw something. I was first introduced to starwars when I was in my 6th grade class. ![]()
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