Alright, so after crying in a corner for an hour or so after hearing Falin hates me and my color scheme (

) I just decided to build a completely new set of armor, with 90% of the same components as the Zabrak. I'll still be a Zabrak, but I'm going to make it far more tactical, more custom, and more like a real Mercenary. Which is why I have built it out of STEEL. I figured if I wanted it to be realistic, why not use the closest thing I could find to Mandalorian iron. I believe it is 18 gauge, but don't quote me. Current chest and back weighs in at about 10 pounds, so it isn't that bad. The entire kit will be made from steel, including the helmet. I have a deadline set for an October 31 party, but technically have until December to finish it for a parade. So, without further ado, progress pictures:
[NOT PICTURED are THIGH PLATES, which are shaped and finished]
The first picture includes a prelim ab I made from a thinner metal, from a very large filing cabinet. It proved to be too flimsy for what I wanted, so I upped the ante to the thicker, more durable steel plate. It took me about 4 hours to complete the chest, and another 4 today to complete the thighs, collar, and backplate (which I believe I will rework/replace.





