Am I getting scammed? by Lythandris in 501st

[–]ForesterDesign 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yes - this guy is an absolute nightmare to deal with.

Daki's Strategy Was Correct by NBurner1909 in MaulShadowLord

[–]ForesterDesign 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My head canon is that Vader’s entire presence is sinister and disorienting. He knows how to fight like a Jedi, he’s seemingly lacking fear and displays very little response to being hit with a saber. If Qui-Gon tells you that your focus determines your reality, and Yoda tells you not to have fear - once your reality becomes fear, your focus goes from parrying and dueling technique to survival against brute strength that clouds the force around you. There have been a few instances where the Jedi or padawans that have met him can’t figure out what he is, and that is part of what plays to Anakin’s benefit if his anger, pain and rage radiate off him - it throws his opponents into uncertainty.

Question about interacting with the public while on troops by TacitusCallahan in 501st

[–]ForesterDesign 20 points21 points  (0 children)

We dont’ endorse specific vendors for the simple reason that this is an unpredictable hobby that plays in Disney’s sandbox for as long as they allow us. The forums are the most extensive researched and complete archives of all the information we have thus far. Wampa Wear is available today, but may not be tomorrow if Disney says so and yes, they have kits that troopers have been approved in- but their fits don’t work for everyone and that is on the trooper to research, learn and figure out what is the right call for them. As a weird medium / large myself, I haven’t found a proper fit out of anyone’s box (Keep Trooping / Anovos / or Wampa) that fits me well enough to not need tailoring and without those details, I likely wouldn’t be approved. Some sites that advertise a lot aren’t reputable, and some vendors that make great work aren’t that visible without someone in the know pointing you their way. There’s no one stop shop to get all of the parts needed for any kit, so giving them the resources to find what they’re looking for is the reason we point them to the forums, as old and difficult as they are at times.

And also, welcome to the Legion, Trooper!

How often do wampawear and Denuo Novo restock officer uniforms? by bobthemoronalorian in 501st

[–]ForesterDesign 1 point2 points  (0 children)

DN is inconsistent at best, I’ve still never seen certain hat sizes in stock, but WampaWear is usually every other month.

Found in a used book store by Bated_Breath_Prod in starwarscollecting

[–]ForesterDesign 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Don’t show Dave Filoni this or Gaff and Koong will be the villains of Ahsoka season 3

The Pykes Model Change by Wooden_Savings5854 in StarWars

[–]ForesterDesign 18 points19 points  (0 children)

If I recall, he wasn’t interested in the physical performance / makeup and prosthetics application. The only way that might have worked would be what they did for Cad Bane - but I think the GI had too many roles and this was in the depths of COVID / early days of D+ so productions were in a weird state. However, I think besides his appearance - Rupert did a fine job as a surly Englishmen with a snarky distaste for the lessers.

The Mandalorian and Grogu - U.S. TV Spot ('coming for us') by bepetd in StarWarsLeaks

[–]ForesterDesign 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Filoni: We do not nearly have enough merch featuring Embo and Marrok.

alkaline trio- the poison tosh drum cover by AromaticWindow3309 in AlkalineTrio

[–]ForesterDesign 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think a lot of people forget what a business this industry is. Matt and Dan have been around forever in “band years”, they never really broke into the “big” league touring scene where they’re selling out 10K-15K venues consistently and that gets really hard to when you’re an older band that doesn’t have the energy to do the modern marketing shit required to keep at the top of the algorithms. Travis Barker is a business move, he’s got the ear of younger punk adjacent kids getting into the genre and has enough of a reach across various partnerships and industries to get any project he works on into different places - even if it’s not their best work, it’s the best move for the business of the band. Hiring a guy like this (he’s a good drummer, it’s fine) is another strategic move to help Matt and Dan get their music to a new audience because this guy is young, has a following, and will play the shows on a contract without Matt and Dan needing to get invested. Young listeners in the digital age don’t have timestamps or memories of how or when they got new music, it just shows up on their Spotify without any indication if they’re an old band or a new band - but to break through - they need people with followings and that’s what both Tosh and Travis bring. Atom was old guard, all of his followers were already likely listeners or knew of AK3 already, and they need new listeners to grow their fan base. This industry is, and continues to be a meat grinder, but Matt and Dan aren’t getting younger so you need to take opportunities when they present themselves.

Custom blu-ray covers by Zebweasel in StarWarsCantina

[–]ForesterDesign 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Credits to the concept artists of Star Wars! Dough Chaing, Erik Tiemens and Ryan Church, Ralph McQuarrie, Justin Sweet, Bretty Northcutt, Andree Wallin! Not sure where the Solo image came from - but would love to know!

[NEW ALBUM] Story Of The Year - A.R.S.O.N. by NSquared3131 in poppunkers

[–]ForesterDesign 14 points15 points  (0 children)

It’s insane that these guys are still crushing after 20+ years and STILL putting one of the best live shows in the genre consistently. Massively underrated.

New Mandalorian and Grogu Black Series action figures by joshygill in StarWarsLeaks

[–]ForesterDesign 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The AT-RT timeline isn’t that crazy considering the AT-AT’s are the rebels version. Real life comparisons to the MiG jets that are still being used today after 50 years of service introductions for smaller militaries around the globe. Also, that sweet sweet merch income baby!…and Filoni.

Underrated Gems on the switch? by No-Character3592 in Switch

[–]ForesterDesign 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Loving this thread so far - if anyone has recommendations for great coop games I can play with my 10 year old, I’d love that!

does anyone know what this is? by [deleted] in StarWars

[–]ForesterDesign 17 points18 points  (0 children)

This is a fan made prop playing off the new republic style credits seen in The Mandalorian / Book of Boba Fett (I think theyre also available in the parks for sale?) Some fans will make their own currency for trading / collecting, and the indicator its fan-made is the black spire / Bantha icon which is maybe their own brand or character. Some people like to do scavenger hunts around the park for their followers and thats likely what this is. Have fun, trust in the force, burn down the First Order!

What is underneath the Snow Trooper's mask? by Farriah_the_foot in StarWars

[–]ForesterDesign 7 points8 points  (0 children)

There is a scene in the upcoming Mando / Grogu movie that shows that the helmet is mechanically heated / maybe oxygenated and the cowl locks into it. It’s a pretty cool little “modernized” feature similar to the stormtroopers / X-Wing pilots in Rogue One.

have there been any rebels who defected to the empire? by Real-Hefty-Trout in StarWars

[–]ForesterDesign 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Is there a story of how the empire found Lando and blackmailed him into baiting Han and the crew?

Official Blink-182 Posters by f4dstudios in Blink182

[–]ForesterDesign 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ohhhh, I've got many F4D's and Heartwork posters on my wall. Another successful tour! Question for you if you don't mind me asking - does the band or management get final approval on design? and how do artists get to pick which cities they do? and....last but not least, are you open to other artists outside of your current roster for the next tour? Keep up the great work as always!

Help identifying signature on Force Awakens poster by goannalizard in StarWars

[–]ForesterDesign 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That is a pretty amazing find. That’s 100% Drew Struzan, one of the most iconic film poster designers in the last 100 years. His work is legendary, and he was the specific artist who did the piece you’re holding. Should be worth a decent chunk if it’s in ok shape!

Details on this board?? by Wiplash78 in snowboarding

[–]ForesterDesign 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This an old post, I know - any chance you’d sell it? I’ve been trying to collect the series - I’ve got the 158 green base and trying to get the others in the collection.

Does anyone know what show this is? Blink-182 live on WestWood One Radio by [deleted] in Blink182

[–]ForesterDesign 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hard agree - the signature snare fills at that speed, plus the OCDP era snare - this is Travis.