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This is following the newer proposed CRL Specs?

I'm not against having those in pouches, as long as it doesn't change the overall look of the costume.

These are the boots in the picture below: The body of the boots are fully green, they are laceless, and free from decorative stitching. If you can achieve that look with any of the methods you mentioned, then go for it.

Once we have good references of the pieces, we can start working on it. Basically, start building and make notes of why what you're planning on using matches the costume references.

We'll need to take a look then!

Awesome! Anxious to see how this turns out!

Nice work.

Looks slick! Awesome job.

We're working on gathering resources right now. There's a good chance it'll be ours, but that's not a guarantee until it's official. You can find what we've been working on here: http://forum.specops501st.com/index.php?/topic/5466-mudtrooper-crl-placeholder/

I wouldn't worry about painting the frames of the goggles. There are both black and green frames shown in the comics.

I don't see what they wouldn't be, unless there's a huge flaw in the design that I don't know about.

Nice. I'm eager to see this put together.

You're welcome to try. Not sure if a draft sketch would be accepted, but we can always ask if you find one.

Totally take your time. We really don't need to have this complete until someone is ready to apply.

Ronan may have found some more accurate boots. I've asked for some pictures of him standing in them and they'd need a coat of olive paint: http://forum.specops501st.com/index.php?/topic/5814-engineer-boots/

The new CRL proposal for the armored officers is now up for review: http://forum.specops501st.com/index.php?/topic/5832-new-crl-proposal-imperial-army-officer-various-sources/

Change Log: Cleaned up text of extra characters from server migration.

Reference Images: (Fantasy Flight Games, New Essential Guide to Characters, Imperial Handbook) Required Costume Components The following costume components are present and appear as described below. Helmet Open face helmet consisting of a dome (with rim) and helmet skirt. Helmet is based on the shell of the Snowtrooper/Snow Cmdr. and the AT-ST Driver. The helmet is painted a Gray color. A "Rangefinder" is attached to the helmet dome. This is centered to the right side of the dome and aligned to the rim. The rangefinder consists of : Rectangular box about h/l/d 1.85" (47mm), 1.65" (42mm), 0.4" (10.16mm) with a slight bevel and details on. The box is the same color as the helmet. 1 screw cap or cylindrical knob approx. 0.4" (10.16mm) in diameter in the upper left corner. 2 cylindrical pins lined up in the lower left corner of the box. 1 cylindrical pin in the upper right corner of the box. 1 Rangefinder main detail (originally created from a Revell V8 carburetor, but not to be confused with the "Han Solo blaster" piece), aligned at the lower right corner of the box. Ring shaped antenna on top of the box with about 1.5" (38.1mm) in diameter and 0.35" (9mm) depth being cut at the top. There are 5 flat rectangular clips, positioned equally around the helmet where the dome meets the skirt. (1 in the center, 2 on each side). Imperial Code Disks are positioned on both sides of the helmet skirt. There are 6 screw cover greeblies positioned equally around the bottom of the helmet skirt (3 on each side). A black trim is covering the edge of the helmet skirt and forehead of the dome. Black chin strap (without a chin cup). Silver/metallic cylindrical 'Spine shaped Greeblie' bar in the rear center of the helmet skirt. The bar is divided into 11 segments with the thicker 6 segments ideally fitting into the 6 depressions of the rear helmet skirt. Com-link microphone attached to the RH inner side of the helmet, in a curved shape, with a small conical end, painted in black. OPTIONAL Level two certification (if applicable): Com-link Microphone is not attached directly to the helmet. It is a separately worn Headset. See : "Optional Accessories" below. Goggles Black trimmed military style goggles, with a Light Gray, Tan or Black strap. OPTIONAL Level two certification (if applicable): Goggles are angular, and not rounded in shape. Strap is black, and approx 1.5 CM width, with a small buckle on both sides. Tan Imperial Army Jumpsuit One piece tan coverall / jumpsuit / flightsuit with a hidden front zipper and standing collar. The standing collar has square corners. Collar closes snugly and includes a modesty panel behind closure. Chest pockets may be present if completely hidden by armor. 2 large cargo pockets sit on the outside of the legs from around mid-thigh and not extending past top of the knee, with a rectangular or chevron flap covering the top. Sleeves are bare without pockets or patches No pockets on, or below the knees. OPTIONAL Level two certification (if applicable): Jumpsuit chest has a panel that extends from the left siside seam to 3" past the center point of the coverall front. The panel closes with a loop and button closure at the bottom about 2" above the waist. Gauntlet Gloves Black, leather or leather-like, enclosed fingered, non-textured fitted gauntlet style. No buckles, straps, or decorative stitching. Three straight lines, on the back of the hand, are an option OPTIONAL Level two certification (if applicable): Back of hand is smooth without any decorative stitching whatsoever. Chest Armor Note : All references of Right & Left are from the wearers point-of-view. Chest Armor is painted to match the Helmet. There are (2) red square greeblies on the right of the center depression. There are (2) white squares on the left side. There are two buttons at the bottom center of the depression. Blue on the right, and red or grey on the wearer's left. There are various designs within the center depression. Designs may be accomplished with decals. Right side of the chest plate has three knobs; black, grey, and red. Three knobs on the left side, just next-to the center depression: Red, Blue & White. Raised lines on left side are painted black. For basic approval ribbed shoulder bridges connect the Back and Chest Armor. Straps are painted to match the helmet and armor. 3 small screw cover greeblies at the front , (1) small screw cover greeblies at the rear of each strap. OPTIONAL Level two certification (if applicable): Grey webbing, approx 1.5 CM INCH in width, passing under the arm to connect the Chest and Back Armor. There is a silver popper on the webbing, approx 1" from the Back Armor. Smooth shoulder bridges connect the Back and Chest Armor. Back Armor Snow Commander style back armor, painted to match the Helmet. Circuit Board detail plate on rear of Back Armor, with custom back decals and greeblies. Three buttons in the top right corner : Red, White & Red. Two red buttons on the left side, just above half way. OPTIONAL Level two certification (if applicable): Gray webbing, approx 1.5cm INCH in width, passing under the arm to connect the Back and Chest Armor. There is a silver popper on the webbing, approx 1" from the Back Armor. Black rubber trim, in the neck-line of the Back Armor. Rank Buttons Worn on the top left section of the chest. Rank consists of coloured plastic tiles, mounted directly onto the chest armour (no metal bar). May be the rank of Commander (3 Red/3 Blue), or General (4 Red/4 Blue) Tile dimensions are, H 1/2" (12.7mm). W 3/4" (19mm). D 1/8" (3.2mm). Each tile spaced approx 3mm apart. Rank tiles are translucent. Colour, quantity & combinations are determined by rank. Belt The belt is constructed from a non-textured leather or a leather-like material. Approximately 2" (50.8 mm) in width, up to 3" (76.2 mm) is acceptable. There are no loops on the belt. A single large snap or rivet is visible approximately 1" (25.4 mm) from the buckle. The belt may be worn with the snap to the right or left of the wearer. The buckle is constructed from a horizontally brushed metal, or metal looking material. The buckle size is approximately 2 5/8" (66.7 mm) high and 4 1/8" (104.5 mm) wide with 0.5" (12.7 mm) radius rounded corners. Buckle is adorned with an Imperial Code Disk at the center. Please refer to the Imperial Buckle reference page for information on accurate and inaccurate style buckles. OPTIONAL Level two certification (if applicable): Belt is made of leather. Snap is worn to the left of the wearer. Buckle has a slight horizontal curve. Boots Calf high black leather or leather like material. Free of laces, decorative stitching, buckles on the instep or any other embellishments. Boots may have a single adjustment strap at the top outside of the boot, with the buckle no wider than 1". This need not be functional. Jackboot buckles should not be shiny/can be painted dingy grey or gun-metal color. Hobnails may be present on the front of the jackboots. Zippers on the inside of the boot are acceptable, so long as they are concealed. If the zipper is not covered by vinyl/ leather, it is painted black. German "jack boot" style boots are most canon. OPTIONAL Level two certification (if applicable): Boots are made of leather. Original German jack boots (or Knobelbechers) or an authentic replication thereof. Boots have the top adjustment strap. Optional Accessories Items below are optional costume accessories. These items are not required for approval, but if present appear as described below. If adding in an accessory after initial approval, the item still needs to be submitted to local GML for approval before use. Communications Headset Silver and black headset with microphone. E-11 Blaster Based on a real or replica Sterling sub-machine gun, scratch-built, or a modified commercial toy Stormtrooper blaster. E-11 Holster

Yeah, we've been aware of the shots of the back and the panel that shows from the shoulders up. We need a good shot of the front, which I don't believe was ever draw, in order to make this an official build.

Do you have a link? I wasn't able to find their listing.

:laugh1: :laugh1:

I'm liking it. Those look like a dfferent style than most engineer boots. Can we get a picture of both sides of the boots, as well a pic of you standing in them with your pant legs tucked into the top? That would be awesome!

Well, that's just silly. Rewrite it and post it below and I'll get it edited in. Or I can take a look and do it later.

They look accurate enough to me.

Alright, I'm making a call on the development of the backpacks for approval. The backpacks should be complete with the charges. Just because they've set and used the charges in a panel or two, isn't necessarily a reason to create a costume without them. Using an item that's standard issue to the character is different than actual costume differences. i.e. The packs having different configurations for types of charges and where they sit.