Other Bounty Hunter Attempting Mandalore The Vindicated (EVA Foam)

[BG2Archer]

So, this will be my first time using EVA Foam for a build and should be interesting. I have only ever made props, figurines, and minor armor pieces here and there for friends out of craft foam, styrofoam, and wood... I have been wanting to make a full Mandalorian suit for cosplay for quite a while. My idea is to go with something a little off the beaten path, and I have landed on the decision to go with Mandalore The Vindicated, for several reasons. 1. I have yet to see anyone make that armor. 2. Both versions look awesome. The problem I am running into, is deciding on which version to go with. Version 1 has the red cape and is very sleek looking, ideal for a first build especially with EVA Foam. Version 2 has a lot of details and will require a lot of work to go into proper completion. I have no problems doing either version, experience doing detailed work on many things will lend itself well to both. I guess what I am looking for in assistance would be... Which one is more awesome than the other? LOL! Thanks for any help and I hope the links work! Once I start the build, will post progress pics.

http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20100503161540/starwars/images/4/49/The_New_Mandalore2.JPG

 

[dynamic1]

Hey BG, this will be great! The larger than life armor depicted is perfect for EVA foam use! How do you plan to seal and coat? Good luck...

 

[BG2Archer]

I decided to go with the first version, with the cape. Dynamic1, I plan on sealing it using Mod Podge in an aerosol for even coating, sanding between layers until I get the right texture as well as a good seal. I will more than likely use acrylic paints, I have yet to have any trouble using them on flexible pieces, and this will not move too much so it should be fine. As for a top coat, I will probably go with clear plastidip, unless I find something else I like more. I don't want to have too much of a rubber look to it, as much as I can avoid it anyways, so we'll see how it goes! This weekend I will be working on paper and cardboard templates, once I get some done, I will post the pics.

 

[dynamic1]

Sounds great...looking fwd to this.