Post by admin on Oct 3, 2006 21:27:11 GMT -5
This is here to discuss the 501st Legion costuming standards with regard to the Galactic Marine costume. As with all other costumes, the Galactic Marine is subject to a GML's scrutiny according to the general standards set by the 501st Legion's charter, as posted below.
PLEASE NOTE! We are not an official 501st detachment (yet), so this thread is currently only meant to be seen as a think tank for future possible GM Costume Standards. Should we obtain a detachment status in the future, the status of this list will change to a more official list, still subject to the Legion Council or whoever it would fall under.
It is customary for each costume-specific forum to set the standards by which each costume is to be eligible for 501st Legion membership. Requirements, suggested, and optional costume components are typically defined by the group as a whole.
REQUIRED.
These are the costume components that are absolutely required for a GM uniform to be accepted into the 501st Legion.
1)
2)
SUGGESTED.
These costume components are suggested by the general membership to enhance one's GM suit and take it to the next level. The list should focus on helping with accuracy.
1)
2)
OPTIONAL.
These costume components are optional and do not affect 501st Legion membership. These components also help to enhance one's suit and allow it to stand out from the rest. An example would be adding a backplate antenna system to a normal clone. Not too much you can do with a GM, but that's the best example I have.
1)
2)
PLEASE NOTE! We are not an official 501st detachment (yet), so this thread is currently only meant to be seen as a think tank for future possible GM Costume Standards. Should we obtain a detachment status in the future, the status of this list will change to a more official list, still subject to the Legion Council or whoever it would fall under.
Article VII - Costuming Event Standards
A. The 501st Legion celebrates creating, owning, and wearing the costumes of the Imperial Forces as featured in the Star Wars films. To capture the magic of these characters, our goal will always be the accurate presentation and portrayal of these costumes. However, we recognize that the purpose of this hobby is for fun and creativity. Therefore, the 501st makes allowances for the creative modification of these costumes within the confines of decency (defined as being without profane or vulgar features or statements and must be viewable by young children).
By the same token, different events will call for different standards. An official 501st Event is defined as a gathering of one or more active 501st members with a specific goal (i.e. fundraising, promotion, awareness) that does not adversely affect the intellectual property of LFL, where the members have identified themselves as representatives of the 501st Legion. For this reason, two categories are created to help 501st members communicate what standards will be in place depending on the event being hosted or attended by club members.
B. FORMAL/CANON - Costumes must be authentic, canon Imperial costumes from the movies or licensed media (games, books, etc.). Costumes must be devoid of stickers, ornamentation, or any other decoration not found on the original costumes. Costumes must be complete, containing all the parts in good working order and appearance. If a member has a question whether his or her costume meets the specifications of a formal costume, they may refer to information provided by the Costume Reference Library (CRL) on the main website or the LMO. Formal events include any event involving Lucasfilm and its affiliates or any other event where formal presentation is expressly asked for or required. An example of this would be escorting celebrities associated with Star Wars - this is considered an official event and calls for the group to represent the club in formal dress, unless the event organizer has specified that non-formal costumes are acceptable.
C. INFORMAL/NON-CANON - Costumes may be authentic, canon costumes or non-authentic, non-canon costumes never seen in any Star Wars movie or book and may be decorated and ornamented as the owner desires, within the confines of decency. Decency here is defined as being without profane or vulgar features or statements and must be viewable by young children. Costumes can be painted alternate color schemes, adorned with stickers or cosmetic changes, or supplemented with articles not found in the movies. Informal events include public parties or conventions or wherever the 501st is not officially representing the club.
NOTE: The default for any public appearance of the 501st is INFORMAL, although the club's code of conduct still applies. Events must be designated FORMAL for the requirements to apply. The final decision is left to the Legion Commander, event organizer, or the senior officer present.
A. The 501st Legion celebrates creating, owning, and wearing the costumes of the Imperial Forces as featured in the Star Wars films. To capture the magic of these characters, our goal will always be the accurate presentation and portrayal of these costumes. However, we recognize that the purpose of this hobby is for fun and creativity. Therefore, the 501st makes allowances for the creative modification of these costumes within the confines of decency (defined as being without profane or vulgar features or statements and must be viewable by young children).
By the same token, different events will call for different standards. An official 501st Event is defined as a gathering of one or more active 501st members with a specific goal (i.e. fundraising, promotion, awareness) that does not adversely affect the intellectual property of LFL, where the members have identified themselves as representatives of the 501st Legion. For this reason, two categories are created to help 501st members communicate what standards will be in place depending on the event being hosted or attended by club members.
B. FORMAL/CANON - Costumes must be authentic, canon Imperial costumes from the movies or licensed media (games, books, etc.). Costumes must be devoid of stickers, ornamentation, or any other decoration not found on the original costumes. Costumes must be complete, containing all the parts in good working order and appearance. If a member has a question whether his or her costume meets the specifications of a formal costume, they may refer to information provided by the Costume Reference Library (CRL) on the main website or the LMO. Formal events include any event involving Lucasfilm and its affiliates or any other event where formal presentation is expressly asked for or required. An example of this would be escorting celebrities associated with Star Wars - this is considered an official event and calls for the group to represent the club in formal dress, unless the event organizer has specified that non-formal costumes are acceptable.
C. INFORMAL/NON-CANON - Costumes may be authentic, canon costumes or non-authentic, non-canon costumes never seen in any Star Wars movie or book and may be decorated and ornamented as the owner desires, within the confines of decency. Decency here is defined as being without profane or vulgar features or statements and must be viewable by young children. Costumes can be painted alternate color schemes, adorned with stickers or cosmetic changes, or supplemented with articles not found in the movies. Informal events include public parties or conventions or wherever the 501st is not officially representing the club.
NOTE: The default for any public appearance of the 501st is INFORMAL, although the club's code of conduct still applies. Events must be designated FORMAL for the requirements to apply. The final decision is left to the Legion Commander, event organizer, or the senior officer present.
It is customary for each costume-specific forum to set the standards by which each costume is to be eligible for 501st Legion membership. Requirements, suggested, and optional costume components are typically defined by the group as a whole.
REQUIRED.
These are the costume components that are absolutely required for a GM uniform to be accepted into the 501st Legion.
1)
2)
SUGGESTED.
These costume components are suggested by the general membership to enhance one's GM suit and take it to the next level. The list should focus on helping with accuracy.
1)
2)
OPTIONAL.
These costume components are optional and do not affect 501st Legion membership. These components also help to enhance one's suit and allow it to stand out from the rest. An example would be adding a backplate antenna system to a normal clone. Not too much you can do with a GM, but that's the best example I have.
1)
2)