TillXValhalla
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Fox why no update?
ODST/Recon Build Progress
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Phoxcario
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Been busy. Moved things. Lack of motivation.
>.<
TillXValhalla
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i get that
ODST Emory
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Oof. Good luck, my dude.
ODST Emory
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Well, I've never built Recon helmet, but I believe, looking at your picture and a reference image of a Recon's bucket, I think that you might could start with part of the sides and base. Again, having never built Recon stuff, I can't be a voice of wisdom. This might need somebody else's help.
Perhaps you could try constructing the sides first, to be sure they are the right length, then do the bottom, then the top, and lastly the front. That's just my recommendation, so you do whatever seems best to you.
Perhaps you could try constructing the sides first, to be sure they are the right length, then do the bottom, then the top, and lastly the front. That's just my recommendation, so you do whatever seems best to you.
Phoxcario
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I realized I forgot to resize my templates to fit my head when I apply them to foam. But Someone did recommend I start at the chin.
Your suggestions or recommendations are appreciated.
TillXValhalla
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The base is always a good spot to make sure it will fit over your head
ODST Emory
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Yeah, no problem. Sorry I can't be of more help.
Phoxcario
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That's kinda what I was thinking too.
xXDashIVXx
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Any progress? Sometimes if you cant find a good starting point, it's best to grab the closes peice to you and jump right in rather than overthinking it and never making progress. You'll never get on your way if you dont take that first step
Phoxcario
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I haven't touched that one yet. If someone has the Pepakura unfolds for the ODST HVY helmet, I'll use the Harbor Freight foam.
Or, if I run out of tracing space on my current foam, I'll give the Harbor Freight foam a whirl.
TillXValhalla
Active Member
The harbor freight foam isn't hard to work with, just need a sharp blade, especially compared to tnt foam
xXDashIVXx
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It's less dense than most higher quality cosplay foams you will see. Because of this, it can be sometimes easier to cut, but is harder to cut curves and more intricate parts. It more dull your blade is, I also find the harbor freight foam reacts worse to it, ie jagged cuts/tears or messy lines. For the price it's really good, but doesnt have the quality of the other stuff. Jumping from this to other foams doesnt feel too different, so it's not like its terribly drastic, but you can sort of feel something is different.
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