PerniciousDuke
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Hello again Pacific peoples! (and other regiments who like cool things)
I previously made an interest thread to help generate ideas for what we can do to increase Pacific's footprint at conventions and one idea has really stuck with me. I seriously think I can build it, but I can't do it alone! I need your help!
PapaHawk shared an image from Halo 3's multiplayer map Standoff, showing a three wall column featuring a switch which I believe opens up the base doors. I think this column can be built and make for a great backdrop for costumed and non costumed members. In addition, if we can raise enough funds, I think we can also add a mounted MG, UNSC crates and two Marine helmets and chest pieces that passer-bys can wear in the photo op.
Pros:
Backdrop is interesting, but not over-the-top to distract from our amazing costumes.
Backdrop can have lights panels, buttons, and gizmos.
Backdrop can have game sounds and music.
Backdrop three wall design can support itself.
Behind Backdrop doubles as a storage area.
MG+Costumes can be used with the backdrop or spread out for a larger foot print.
Cons:
Haven't figured out the storage and transportation yet.
I can't afford to build it all on my own.
We will need to set up a 3d Printer Pool of trusted 405th regiment members
Once I've been able to purchase the materials and draw up the construction plan, I would like to house a build party at my parents property in Roy, WA to anyone able to join. The goal is have this ready for WA Gaming Expo March 29, 2024
Here is a living document of the plan thus far, including links to purchasable materials. If anyone has better (or cheaper) suggestions please let us know!
docs.google.com
Here is the fundraising graphic, pretty similar to the one we did in 2018 for our first booth. Followed by some text.
Some of you may recall we did a booth build fundraiser for the Pacific Regiment back in 2018. It was a success and the booth is still going strong. It has been to over a dozen conventions and helped share the fabulous hobby of cosplay to hundreds of people with the help of our volunteer 405th members.
We are calling on your help again! There is a new convention coming up next year called WA Gaming Expo (Gaming Expo One) that we would really love to make a splash by increasing our foot print. We have come up with a large set piece that costumed and non-costumed attendees can take photos in front of. This will not be a picture/screen background, but a 3d set piece with lights and sounds! In addition, we also want to build a mounted machine gun prop and two helmets and chest pieces that any attendee can adorn and take photos with us!
The above graphic shows our estimated building material costs which we all know have increased considerably since covid. These estimates do not include our members time or donated resources. The Wall Construction covers the heavy duty insulation foam needed to build a lightweight but sound set piece, plus other components like magnets and brackets. The Wall Details include things like the light up screens, switches, buttons, bars, speakers and paint. To make our vision complete we would love to also build items that everyone can enjoy and use. A prop mounted machine gun with repainted military crates and two quick costumes that we can put on people for fun photos.
Anyone able to contribute is encouraged to use either PayPal (cpense@gmail.com) or Venmo (@ perniciousduke) and put in the description your 405th name or social media handle which will be referenced on a donation plaque on the prop wall itself. If you have non-monetary donation ideas please message me. We would love to bring this idea to life and share it with kids and gaming fans alike. Thank you -Duke
I'm now going to ping everyone who was involved in the discussion in the other thread and discord. Please use this thread to discuss ideas or volunteer your talents!
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I previously made an interest thread to help generate ideas for what we can do to increase Pacific's footprint at conventions and one idea has really stuck with me. I seriously think I can build it, but I can't do it alone! I need your help!
PapaHawk shared an image from Halo 3's multiplayer map Standoff, showing a three wall column featuring a switch which I believe opens up the base doors. I think this column can be built and make for a great backdrop for costumed and non costumed members. In addition, if we can raise enough funds, I think we can also add a mounted MG, UNSC crates and two Marine helmets and chest pieces that passer-bys can wear in the photo op.
Pros:
Backdrop is interesting, but not over-the-top to distract from our amazing costumes.
Backdrop can have lights panels, buttons, and gizmos.
Backdrop can have game sounds and music.
Backdrop three wall design can support itself.
Behind Backdrop doubles as a storage area.
MG+Costumes can be used with the backdrop or spread out for a larger foot print.
Cons:
Haven't figured out the storage and transportation yet.
I can't afford to build it all on my own.
We will need to set up a 3d Printer Pool of trusted 405th regiment members
Once I've been able to purchase the materials and draw up the construction plan, I would like to house a build party at my parents property in Roy, WA to anyone able to join. The goal is have this ready for WA Gaming Expo March 29, 2024
Here is a living document of the plan thus far, including links to purchasable materials. If anyone has better (or cheaper) suggestions please let us know!
The Plan - Stand Off PhotoOp Build
Timeline Buy Test Digital Image 1/26 Buy Plastic Sheets 1/29 Pick up Plastic Sheets 2/2 Buy Home Depot items 2/3 Finish 3D MG 2/5 Buy Digital Images 2/5 Buy Amazon items 2/5 Finish 3D Helmets 2/12 Finish 3D Switch 2/19 Build Wall 3 - Shadowbox Build Wall 2 - Screenbox Build Wall 2 - Switchbo...
docs.google.com
Here is the fundraising graphic, pretty similar to the one we did in 2018 for our first booth. Followed by some text.
Some of you may recall we did a booth build fundraiser for the Pacific Regiment back in 2018. It was a success and the booth is still going strong. It has been to over a dozen conventions and helped share the fabulous hobby of cosplay to hundreds of people with the help of our volunteer 405th members.
We are calling on your help again! There is a new convention coming up next year called WA Gaming Expo (Gaming Expo One) that we would really love to make a splash by increasing our foot print. We have come up with a large set piece that costumed and non-costumed attendees can take photos in front of. This will not be a picture/screen background, but a 3d set piece with lights and sounds! In addition, we also want to build a mounted machine gun prop and two helmets and chest pieces that any attendee can adorn and take photos with us!
The above graphic shows our estimated building material costs which we all know have increased considerably since covid. These estimates do not include our members time or donated resources. The Wall Construction covers the heavy duty insulation foam needed to build a lightweight but sound set piece, plus other components like magnets and brackets. The Wall Details include things like the light up screens, switches, buttons, bars, speakers and paint. To make our vision complete we would love to also build items that everyone can enjoy and use. A prop mounted machine gun with repainted military crates and two quick costumes that we can put on people for fun photos.
Anyone able to contribute is encouraged to use either PayPal (cpense@gmail.com) or Venmo (@ perniciousduke) and put in the description your 405th name or social media handle which will be referenced on a donation plaque on the prop wall itself. If you have non-monetary donation ideas please message me. We would love to bring this idea to life and share it with kids and gaming fans alike. Thank you -Duke
I'm now going to ping everyone who was involved in the discussion in the other thread and discord. Please use this thread to discuss ideas or volunteer your talents!
Lukavago SubXzeroXhero Kahn 319 MarrowofStar OFiveTwo N8TEBB TurboCharizard Rock Lobbster Chronomize
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