Foam MK7 Build (new suit)

[Wicked Demon 15]

Boots are done! At least 98%, I just need to add the little detail on the side pieces and elastic on the bottom to help keep the shoe in place. I can run in them and there seems to be no rubbing against the ground. Getting them on with armor shouldn't be too bad, as long as I'm still flexible enough to tie my shoes.

I haven't had a good set of boots since my original build, but they didn't last long and where clunky. I will no longer be embarrassed about my feet lol. Up next are the thighs because besides the chest, they are my favorite part and I believe will play a huge role in my mobility.

Edit: all done! Sealer helped out a lot. All that's left is to add some dirt and maybe purple blood for added detail.

 

[Wicked Demon 15]

Started the left thigh. I have already had to resize it bigger so now it fits perfectly. But I may need to rebuild it or at least the main detail part on the side. It's so ugly lol. I don't know if sealer can fix it .

But that will wait another day. I have a local convention next month so I may start on the cod piece that way I can wear that and my new boots with the old suit. I night even get the shins done but who knows. Between this, work, and rebuilding a house to move into next week we'll see. I'll keep yall posted!

 

[Wicked Demon 15]

Okay here is a last minute update. I have a local convention tomorrow so I had to get things done today. One of the items was the cod piece. I'm okay with it, not very proud of the angled edges along the belt but once it's black washed in the morning it'll blend better. I used old 3d printed bits for the side pieces, and will hot glue velcro for easy on/off.

But I am excited for the gloves! These are better than my actual work gloves lol. I used smaller foam; 4mm? Just two layers of that and boom.

I upgraded my helmets speaker system with a Bluetooth microphone which velcros inside where the old one was. It also got new magnets for the back seal, and extra padding because I took out a piece of the construction hat suspension system.

Made some more repairs to the old armor which I hope will last the day, if not I know the pieces I've made for this build will. I've started on the suspenders but I'm so bad at the sewing machine I'm going to ask my wife, haha. After tomorrow I'll start the extra push for C2E2 if I can get the time off work. I need to finish the whole build!! At least the chest, calves, and arms.

 

[Wicked Demon 15]

One shin down! Need a little cleaning up and sealed but all in all I love it. Took a few tries to get the right scale but I think this is it. Will get the next one done tomorrow.

Anyone that has done foam, how were the knees when it came to sizing? I uploaded it to Pepa and it seems way too big so I've scaled it down to what I believe would fit my build. Just curious if anyone else scaled it down or used the almost full sheet of paper size.

My plan is to get at least a section done a week prior to C2E2. I don't know why but the forearms and thighs seem to be my biggest issue scaling, getting the parts to fit properly, and not look all wonky or too stubby. But other than that the torso I believe will take a whole week. The pieces I've printed seem to be of similar size to my Reach build so I think I'm good there.

Also, ignore the purple walls. It's one of the last rooms we need to repaint upstairs lol.

 

[N8TEBB]

I'm 5'11" and this is what I did for scaling

 

[Wicked Demon 15]

I'm 5'11" and this is what I did for scaling
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Oh perfect! I'm not much taller than you so this is a good reference, thank you!

 

[Wicked Demon 15]

Another small update with nothing finished lol. Knees came out perfect! I like the size of them compared to my shins. I'm fighting the urge to just glue them together like I did for my Reach build. With that being said, I noticed the thighs are a little too long. They are touching the top of the knees unless I pull them waaay up. So the thighs will need to be shortened by about an inch but also widened half an inch. The widening won't be too hard to do once I get the length right (third times a charm).
Right now the knees are being held on by elastic strap but will later include velcro that I'll be sewing onto new leggings. That will be my attachment method for anything that's not being held on by the suspenders.
Mini peak of quad gains haha

 

[Wicked Demon 15]

Forearm 1 is almost done. Debating on lengthening it. It's the same height as the reach, however it seems a little smaller when I'm wearing it? I paired it with a bicep and it looks good.
Starting on the front of the torso now. My plan is to have it attached by magnets and use magnetic wire connectors for the lights. I wanted to get this done before everything else because it's the main piece to this build and C2E2 is literally a few weeks away. The sizing is on par compared to Reach torso so far. Update by the end of this week.
Enjoy the eclipse!

 

[N8TEBB]

Adding a bit of length is a perfectly good way to size it! My forearm pieces are longer and narrower than the file call for. I made mine slightly oversize, and took a small section out to slim 'em up, but adding to one side will do the same thing.

 

[Wicked Demon 15]

Adding a bit of length is a perfectly good way to size it! My forearm pieces are longer and narrower than the file call for. I made mine slightly oversize, and took a small section out to slim 'em up, but adding to one side will do the same thing.

Oh no way! They look great. Yeah I even used smaller foam in order for my hand to fit through the end without it being too thick.

 

[Wicked Demon 15]

Paired the shins, boots, and knees with the reach thighs. I really like the look of this and it'll have to do until after C2E2. I also started on the torso and I'm nervous everytime I get further along with it. It's at 110% and the front is the same size as the reach, I'm just curious about the back. I know it's slightly higher than the reach but gosh. I feel like the new abs will be almost 3 feet long in the back lol. Everything else seems the same and I'm looking forward to getting it done. No pictures of the back right now, waiting to get it finished.

 

[Wicked Demon 15]

Big update before C2E2!

Torso is built and on its second layer of paint right now!! Both forearms are done which only took a few hours for each and they fit better length wise. I also got a design for a sticker!! It's from a well know artist that has done work for a few others in this community. The design is of my final phase for this new build, so it gives me more to look forward to. One is of my original Instagram handle but I have just recently made a page separately for this cosplay.

I found this satin yellow is the closest to game accurate. Just waiting on the green to come in the mail tomorrow for the forearms. These next few days is going to be busy working on the suspenders, attachment method, and fixing up electronics.

 

[Wicked Demon 15]

C2E2 was a success!! It was great seeing everyone and finally getting to see all the online influencers.

The suit performed great! I was able to sit down which was amazing on day 2 after the photo shoot! The shoulder strap broke the morning of day 2 and a leg strap broke off the suspenders as I was getting undressed day 2, so it worked out.

I didn't really get pictures with anyone because I'm a shy boy Lol. But here are some with me holding big guns. I hope everyone liked my stickers, new ones will be made and I need to get this suit finished to get a trading card made.

 

[Wicked Demon 15]

Bicep one done. It's not pretty, yet, but it'll work considering it'll be covered by different shoulders. First sey will be from the Rakshasa series; the first one is the Skullbearer Trophy, and the second will be the Banished Trophy. I'll be using RadMax117 thread as a reference for the Skullbearer because it's beautiful. I have not found a banished trophy in any threads let alone a foam template. If anyone knows or has one I'll greatly appreciate it!

These along with my thighs should be done before the next local con in two weeks. If not I still have my Reach parts.

This bicep had to use two different sizes in order to fit my arms lol. Still need to add the details for it along with the right bicep. More to come

 

[Wicked Demon 15]

Both biceps are complete and just about done putting together the elite skull. This cephlapod looks like he has two swollen eyes lol but all will be fixed with foam clay and other detailing. Just need to do the biofoam canister and banished shoulder.

I also did a quick project; new side pieces for the cod armor. They are even functioning! You know, to hold my stickers, wallet, rocks, and any other small items I find along the way.

Just a few weeks away from motor city.

 

[pinoyfiasco]

That Sangheili skull is looking so great. And I love that little compartment! I might try to find a way to work something like that into my suit for when I go trick-or-treating with the kids this year.

 

[Wicked Demon 15]

That Sangheili skull is looking so great. And I love that little compartment! I might try to find a way to work something like that into my suit for when I go trick-or-treating with the kids this year.

Thanks! If you're doing foam is super easy! Just build it normally, add a few centimeters to the top flap and add magnets instead of closing it off

 

[Wicked Demon 15]

Ugh. Took me all summer and I've finally got something done. With the gaming classic in Cleveland next week I have a deadline to get this build done. I got the biceps painted, finished the Banished Trophy shoulder, and got the basic mk7 shoulder in the works. With time constraints I'm finishing the elite skull another time. All that's left is the thighs, lights, and abs. Working on the m4 to attach to my back.
Currently looking for a good attachment method for the shoulders. I've tried velcro, too weak. Next option are magnets. The red looks darker in person, I'm still debating on black wash or matte spray, I love the color now.

 

[Wicked Demon 15]

Second shoulder done. Magnets are doing great, they are super strong and easy to change out shoulders if need be once I make more. Printing out the thighs now and those should be done within the next few days. AR might not be done but will be for Torg. Lights need sauder, and torso needs a repaint due to me going a little heavy on the weathering, I don't like it. Respray of yellow with a matt top.

Here's a video of the shoulders, hopefully it loaded correctly. And behold the spare bedroom/office/ arts and crafts.

 

[Wicked Demon 15]

Welp, I'm officially done with the base Mk7 suit! All that's left is accessories, and saudering wires together in the torso. The thighs could be a little wider but they will do for now, and if I really need to it won't be hard to add extra girth. And the little side pockets on my belt work like a charm! Took the old magnet from the 3d printed reach suit on order for the pistol to have it's spot back.