NovallTalon
Well-Known Hunter
We have had to introduce some standards into Mercs, as we have tons of people apply for membership with anything from Fett Pajamas, Palpatine costumes, and the armor of current Mercs members.
So, to give you an idea of what we now look at when you submit an application:
Mandalorian Mercs Costume Guidelines
Rev. 4/2008
Intro:
In response to the increasing membership and interest in the Mandalorian Mercs, it has become necessary to codify certain minimum costume requirements for admission into the Mercs. As such, the Cuy’val Dar Council has discussed and ratified the following guidelines.
Required Components
Individuals must have ALL required components before official membership will be granted.
1. Helmet with T-shaped visor; visor must be dark enough to obscure eyes/face from other’s vision
2. Chest armor
3. At least TWO armor components below the waist (codpiece, thigh armor, knee armor, shin armor, and/or foot armor)
4. Some form of armor or covering on the lower arms (gauntlets, bracers, gloves, handwraps, etc.)
5. Some form of back covering (jet pack, backpack, back armor, cape, cloak, etc.)
6. Shoulder armor
7. At least one weapon of Star Wars-universe style (not modern-looking)
Suggested Components
These items are not required, but are included as additional suggested costume components.
1. Belt—girth belt, ammo belt, duty belt, sash, etc.
2. Kama
3. Use of mythosaur skull (Jaing or Mercs) in armor design
4. Multiple weapons
The DON’T List
1. No soft armor/Halloween costumes/Mando pajamas
2. No tennis shoes/sneakers
3. No visible zippers or closures on flight suit/under-armor unless considered part of the costume’s look
4. No jeans, t-shirts, sweat suits, etc. used as under-armor
5. No Jedi-Mandos or Sith-Mandos. “Force-adept” or “Force-sensitive” Mandos are acceptable.
6. No stiletto boots. Platform boots are acceptable.
**As always, any costume must meet socially accepted standards of good taste and modesty.**
Acceptable armor material:
Sintra, Kydex, PVC, ABS, Styrene, Fiberglass, Metal
Grandfather Clause
Any current accepted or admission-pending (prior to 5/4/2008) Mercs members will not be required to adhere to these guidelines, and current members are not expected to resubmit their applications.
Admission Process
1. Application completion
2. Submission of costume pictures. Pictures must include front view, back view, left and right side view, close-up of helmet, and helmet-off shots. Any other pictures you wish to submit are appreciated!
3. Discussion and voting by Cuy’val Dar Council members.
4. Acceptance, Probationary acceptance with suggestion of improvements, or Denial.
5. In some cases, the council may ask for a shot of your bucket next to a piece of paper with the Mercs logo just to verify actual ownership of the armor.
We basically had to do this just to continue the validity of the club. The council looks over each applicant's armor and make a vote on it based off of what you submit. We still only ask for good quality armor, and since 99% of armor kits have the required components we are looking for...then membership isn't any different then before.
I'll be happy to discuss these new standards with anyone who would like to discuss them. My PM box is always open. =)
Novall
So, to give you an idea of what we now look at when you submit an application:
Mandalorian Mercs Costume Guidelines
Rev. 4/2008
Intro:
In response to the increasing membership and interest in the Mandalorian Mercs, it has become necessary to codify certain minimum costume requirements for admission into the Mercs. As such, the Cuy’val Dar Council has discussed and ratified the following guidelines.
Required Components
Individuals must have ALL required components before official membership will be granted.
1. Helmet with T-shaped visor; visor must be dark enough to obscure eyes/face from other’s vision
2. Chest armor
3. At least TWO armor components below the waist (codpiece, thigh armor, knee armor, shin armor, and/or foot armor)
4. Some form of armor or covering on the lower arms (gauntlets, bracers, gloves, handwraps, etc.)
5. Some form of back covering (jet pack, backpack, back armor, cape, cloak, etc.)
6. Shoulder armor
7. At least one weapon of Star Wars-universe style (not modern-looking)
Suggested Components
These items are not required, but are included as additional suggested costume components.
1. Belt—girth belt, ammo belt, duty belt, sash, etc.
2. Kama
3. Use of mythosaur skull (Jaing or Mercs) in armor design
4. Multiple weapons
The DON’T List
1. No soft armor/Halloween costumes/Mando pajamas
2. No tennis shoes/sneakers
3. No visible zippers or closures on flight suit/under-armor unless considered part of the costume’s look
4. No jeans, t-shirts, sweat suits, etc. used as under-armor
5. No Jedi-Mandos or Sith-Mandos. “Force-adept” or “Force-sensitive” Mandos are acceptable.
6. No stiletto boots. Platform boots are acceptable.
**As always, any costume must meet socially accepted standards of good taste and modesty.**
Acceptable armor material:
Sintra, Kydex, PVC, ABS, Styrene, Fiberglass, Metal
Grandfather Clause
Any current accepted or admission-pending (prior to 5/4/2008) Mercs members will not be required to adhere to these guidelines, and current members are not expected to resubmit their applications.
Admission Process
1. Application completion
2. Submission of costume pictures. Pictures must include front view, back view, left and right side view, close-up of helmet, and helmet-off shots. Any other pictures you wish to submit are appreciated!
3. Discussion and voting by Cuy’val Dar Council members.
4. Acceptance, Probationary acceptance with suggestion of improvements, or Denial.
5. In some cases, the council may ask for a shot of your bucket next to a piece of paper with the Mercs logo just to verify actual ownership of the armor.
We basically had to do this just to continue the validity of the club. The council looks over each applicant's armor and make a vote on it based off of what you submit. We still only ask for good quality armor, and since 99% of armor kits have the required components we are looking for...then membership isn't any different then before.
I'll be happy to discuss these new standards with anyone who would like to discuss them. My PM box is always open. =)
Novall
