Building a Life Size Darth Vader statue on a Budget! - EFX + Rubies Supreme mod

▶Build+Mod Details here  
https://www.therpf.com/forums/threads...

If you have tips, links, or maker recommendations that would be helpful for Vader, share them in the comments below. The internet will thank you.

▶Partial Shopping List Below
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*Prices are always changing, be ready to hunt!

-Rubies Supreme Vader Costume
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07...

-EFX ANH PCR Helmet
[Edit - prepare to scour eBay for this one]

-Basic Mannequin (requires mods)
https://www.amazon.com/Giantex-Manneq...

Fenix Props - ANH Cod (recent price hike, watch for sale)
https://www.fenixprops.com/content/st...

Fenix Props - ANH Gloves (recent price hike, watch for sale)
https://www.fenixprops.com/content/st...

-Force FX Vader ANH Lightsaber (requires conversion to hilt)
[Edit - prepare to scour eBay for this one]

-Basic belt hook for lightsaber hilt
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...

Optional Cape Upgrade:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/72031132...
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▶List of Mods + Upgrades, so far:

-Swapped Rubies helmet for an EFX PCR, which was partially repainted.
- Used Acid brush bristles and modge-podge to create faux fiberglass texture inside helmet shroud
-Cut up and modified a basic mannequin. Bulked him up with closed cell foam and duct tape
-Cut off fingers and rebuilt posable hands with wire inside
-Repositioned mannequin arms for wider upper body stance
-Repainted Chest armor, upgraded cape chain
-Swapped chest box red/green LED positions (easy disassembly and swap).
-Weathered chest box
-Moved chest box straps to the outside of the costume for better centering
-Replaced rubies belt with a leather one
-Cut up the original rubies belt to make pleather "strap covers" for the straps that support the chest box. Those were simply hot glued to the original strap surface. (looks way less cheap this way)
-Repainted the belt boxes/buckle and added red washers
-Added a modified Force FX lightsaber hilt to belt
-Swapped ANH gloves and COD piece for leather versions from Fenix Props

- COMING SOON - Custom Base!
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Additional Darth Vader Costume Resources:

https://www.thedentedhelmet.com/forum...

https://www.therpf.com/forums/forums/...

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From Rubie's:

"Do not allow the rebels to undermine the Empire. Harness the dark side of the Force and ensure the fall of the Galactic Republic. Fulfill the role of Sith Lord, Anakin Skywalker, with the Supreme Edition Adult Darth Vader Costume. Cast from original movie molds, the Supreme Edition. Adult Darth Vader Mask is included with this phenomenal costume package. Injection molded armour covers the torso of the quilted jumpsuit. The chest piece and belt both light-up. The sleeveless robe is worn over the jumpsuit. The collar with shoulder guards fits above it. The thick, black cloak attaches to the collar and drapes down to the floor. Faux leather gauntlets, injection molded shin guards, and a sound module are included in this package as well. Features a jumpsuit with light-up armor, belt, robe, and cloak. Includes the mask with sound module, gauntlets, and shin guardsUltimate costume for a Sith Lord of the Galactic Empire. Materials: Costume made from polyester and faux leather. Mask and armor made from injection-molded plastic. Officially licensed Star Wars Product

Rubies Supreme Measurements:
Standard: Fits 42 Inch Chest, 30-34 Inch Waist, and 33 Inch InseamX-Large: Fits 50 Inch Chest, 42-46 Inch Waist, and 33 Inch Inseam"

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Darth Vader:

Once a heroic Jedi Knight, Darth Vader was seduced by the dark side of the Force, became a Sith Lord, and led the Empire’s eradication of the Jedi Order. He remained in service of the Emperor -- the evil Darth Sidious -- for decades, enforcing his Master’s will and seeking to crush the fledgling Rebel Alliance. But there was still good in him…