Alpha Legion MkVI Build

[Xanderbach]

Hello all! I am currently starting a Space Marine build- Specifically a MK.VI Alpha Legionnaire. I already have the helmet and bolter printed up, and will be working on the rest using foam/fiberglass/aluminum/etc. The plan is to use purple/green color change paint to keep it thematic. Color scheme will be purple and silver. I plan on drywall stilts and hand extensions. I've done cosplay before (mandalorian, colonial marine pilot, NCR trooper) but nothing this big. Suggestions and criticism are great!

 

[Xanderbach]

I've started fiberglassing the inside of the helmet to reinforce it. On the outside, I am using Smooth-on XTC-3d to level the surface and hide the polygons from printing. I've used XTC-3D before, and wasn't impressed, but hopefully second times the charm. Otherwise it'll be bondo and sandpaper for days.

 

[Xanderbach]

Started printing this exoskeleton as a base to attach the armor panels: 3D Printed Exoskeleton (Exo-Suit V3.5) by Roman13

One issue with large cosplays is that they look rough when in motion. This is because they flop around unnaturally, since the foam armor is only strapped on, and normally not in a kinesthetic manner. This is an attempt to alleviate that, and make it more comfortable to wear for long periods.

 

[Xanderbach]

I'm measuring the actual miniatures, comparing them to my helmet, and using those numbers to scale the costume. A minor issue has come up- The scale I am using is whatever the mini part is, multiplied by 51.3. This is based on the length, width, and height of my previously printed helmet... Which is a pretty big print. Yet using that scale, a space marine is basically my size! Not an issue for comfort, but not exactly what I was going for. I may have to wiggle the proportions until I find something more "epic" in scale.

Edit: I should probably state that I am 5'11" (180cm) so it's not like I'm the Mountain or anything...

 

[Xanderbach]

Progress continues. Foam rolls showed up, smoothing continues on the helmet, and the exoskeleton gets printed more day by day. I'm printing on an Ender 3 using PLA+ for strength.

 

[Xanderbach]

Update! I told you it'd be slow... Converted a miniature STL to a useable model for shoulder plates. Each takes 4 days to print, but look great. Leman Russ for scale. I might keep converting this way... It will be pricier, but the precision is out of this world.

 

[Xanderbach]

First mockup of the torso with the helmet and shoulder pad (all in progress). Chest width is 22", so my arms will fit out of the sides without too much wackiness.

 

[Xanderbach]

Chest is complete front and back, second shoulder pad printed. Trying out the chromatic paint also. Shoulder to shoulder the torso with pauldrons is 46" across. I have plenty of finishing ahead of me.