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Stormtrooperguy at 21:11, 29 February 2012

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	Visit the [[Membership:JoinUs\|recruiting page]] for all the info you need on signing up!		Visit the [[Membership:JoinUs\|recruiting page]] for all the info you need on signing up!
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-	~~== How can I get in touch with my local garrison? ==~~
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-	~~Take a look at [http://www.501st.com/members/displayUnits.php#garrisons the garrison, detachment and outpost listing page] to find the unit nearest you.~~

	== Can I join if I am under 18? ==		== Can I join if I am under 18? ==
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	Unfortunately no. We require that all members be at least 18 years of age.		Unfortunately no. We require that all members be at least 18 years of age.

-	However there is a group created by our founder for ~~kids~~ under 18:	+	However there is a group created by our founder for costumers under 18:

	[http://www.galactic-academy.com/ http://www.galactic-academy.com/forums/styles/X-Treme/imageset/site_logo2.png]		[http://www.galactic-academy.com/ http://www.galactic-academy.com/forums/styles/X-Treme/imageset/site_logo2.png]
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		+	== How can I get in touch with my local garrison? ==
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		+	Take a look at [http://www.501st.com/members/displayUnits.php#garrisons the garrison, detachment and outpost listing page] to find the unit nearest you.

	== Can you tell me where to buy a costume? ==		== Can you tell me where to buy a costume? ==
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	Yes. Since a Legion ID is permanent, it will always be tied to you. If you change garrisons, retire, rejoin... that number is yours forever.		Yes. Since a Legion ID is permanent, it will always be tied to you. If you change garrisons, retire, rejoin... that number is yours forever.
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		+	Note that if you retire from the Legion then come back, your costume(s) will have to be reviewed by your GML against the current standards.

	== What do I need to do if I move? ==		== What do I need to do if I move? ==

	Transferring garrisons is easy! Just let the GMLs for your old and new garrisons know. They can make the changes needed in the database to get your records up to date.		Transferring garrisons is easy! Just let the GMLs for your old and new garrisons know. They can make the changes needed in the database to get your records up to date.

Stormtrooperguy at 22:33, 16 January 2012

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	Our CRLs are based on the work of members. We need costumers who have completed the costumes to submit photos. If you have one of the costumes that is missing photos, head to your detachment and talk to your detachment leader about getting included in the CRL.		Our CRLs are based on the work of members. We need costumers who have completed the costumes to submit photos. If you have one of the costumes that is missing photos, head to your detachment and talk to your detachment leader about getting included in the CRL.
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		+	== Can I make a costume not in your list of CRLs? ==
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		+	Absolutely, so long as it meets the [[Costuming:CharacterApproval\|character approval requirements]]. New to the Legion costumes happen all the time... that's how the CRLs get there in the first place! We added around 30 new characters in 2011 and had another within the first week of 2012!
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		+	When making a new to the Legion costume, interacting with the relevant detachment is vital! You want to make sure you are on the right track as you go, since new costumes are looked at very, very closely before they are approved. Make sure you gather your reference, and can explain any choices you make in your build!

	= For Past and Present Members =		= For Past and Present Members =

Stormtrooperguy at 04:57, 21 December 2011

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	How to tackle a costume depends on the costume: A tusken raider is very different to build than Darth Vader! Visit the [http://www.501st.com/members/displayUnits.php#detachments detachments page] to find the specialized discussion forum for the costume you are interested in. You can also take a look at our ever growing [[Costuming:CRL\|costume reference library]] to get some ideas.		How to tackle a costume depends on the costume: A tusken raider is very different to build than Darth Vader! Visit the [http://www.501st.com/members/displayUnits.php#detachments detachments page] to find the specialized discussion forum for the costume you are interested in. You can also take a look at our ever growing [[Costuming:CRL\|costume reference library]] to get some ideas.
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		+	== Are the characters from Star Wars: The Old Republic acceptable for 501st membership? ==
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		+	It depends on the character. Non player characters such as Darth Malgus would be perfectly acceptable. Customizable player characters are not (see the note below about custom characters).

	== Do you accept custom Star Wars characters? ==		== Do you accept custom Star Wars characters? ==

Stormtrooperguy at 19:29, 15 December 2011

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	Troop on!		Troop on!

-	= How do I join the 501st? =	+	= Joining the Legion & Getting a Costume =
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		+	== How do I join the 501st? ==

	Visit the [[Membership:JoinUs\|recruiting page]] for all the info you need on signing up!		Visit the [[Membership:JoinUs\|recruiting page]] for all the info you need on signing up!

-	= How can I get in touch with my local garrison? =	+	== How can I get in touch with my local garrison? ==

	Take a look at [http://www.501st.com/members/displayUnits.php#garrisons the garrison, detachment and outpost listing page] to find the unit nearest you.		Take a look at [http://www.501st.com/members/displayUnits.php#garrisons the garrison, detachment and outpost listing page] to find the unit nearest you.

-	= Can I join if I am under 18? =	+	== Can I join if I am under 18? ==

	Unfortunately no. We require that all members be at least 18 years of age.		Unfortunately no. We require that all members be at least 18 years of age.
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	[http://www.galactic-academy.com/ http://www.galactic-academy.com/forums/styles/X-Treme/imageset/site_logo2.png]		[http://www.galactic-academy.com/ http://www.galactic-academy.com/forums/styles/X-Treme/imageset/site_logo2.png]

-	= Can you tell me where to buy a costume? =	+	== Can you tell me where to buy a costume? ==

	The 501st cannot provide recommendations for or against any costume makers or products. The best thing you can do is visit the detachment forum that supports the costume type you are looking into. Ask around there: See what people have, what they like, what they don't like. That way you can make an informed decision on your own.		The 501st cannot provide recommendations for or against any costume makers or products. The best thing you can do is visit the detachment forum that supports the costume type you are looking into. Ask around there: See what people have, what they like, what they don't like. That way you can make an informed decision on your own.

-	= How much do your costumes cost? =	+	== How much do your costumes cost? ==

	That depends on what costume you choose and what skills you bring to the project. If you can sew, an officer costume would be be relatively easy, but if you can't sew you'd need to hire a tailor.		That depends on what costume you choose and what skills you bring to the project. If you can sew, an officer costume would be be relatively easy, but if you can't sew you'd need to hire a tailor.
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	In general, our costumes range from a couple hundred dollars to several thousand depending on the character.		In general, our costumes range from a couple hundred dollars to several thousand depending on the character.

-	= If I can't buy one online, how do I get a costume? =	+	== If I can't buy one online, how do I get a costume? ==

	In general, most members either build the costumes themselves or get their costumes from other members with extra parts / unused costumes.		In general, most members either build the costumes themselves or get their costumes from other members with extra parts / unused costumes.
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	How to tackle a costume depends on the costume: A tusken raider is very different to build than Darth Vader! Visit the [http://www.501st.com/members/displayUnits.php#detachments detachments page] to find the specialized discussion forum for the costume you are interested in. You can also take a look at our ever growing [[Costuming:CRL\|costume reference library]] to get some ideas.		How to tackle a costume depends on the costume: A tusken raider is very different to build than Darth Vader! Visit the [http://www.501st.com/members/displayUnits.php#detachments detachments page] to find the specialized discussion forum for the costume you are interested in. You can also take a look at our ever growing [[Costuming:CRL\|costume reference library]] to get some ideas.

-	= Do you accept custom Star Wars characters? =	+	== Do you accept custom Star Wars characters? ==

	While there are many amazing custom costumes out there, the 501st only accepts costumes with come sort of canon visual reference. Please take a look at our [[Costuming:CharacterApproval\|character approval guidelines]] for more information.		While there are many amazing custom costumes out there, the 501st only accepts costumes with come sort of canon visual reference. Please take a look at our [[Costuming:CharacterApproval\|character approval guidelines]] for more information.

-	= Is the Rubies stormtrooper/Vader/Boba Fett acceptable for membership? =	+	== Is the Rubies stormtrooper/Vader/Boba Fett acceptable for membership? ==

	Unfortunately no, at least not without a LOT of work. In most cases you will spend more money upgrading the costumes than you would have building your own suit. Definitely check with the relevant detachment before you buy!		Unfortunately no, at least not without a LOT of work. In most cases you will spend more money upgrading the costumes than you would have building your own suit. Definitely check with the relevant detachment before you buy!
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	To date we have not seen anyone successfully upgrade the Boba Fett costume to Legion standards. [http://www.thebhg.net The Bounty Hunters Guild] would be the place to go to discuss.		To date we have not seen anyone successfully upgrade the Boba Fett costume to Legion standards. [http://www.thebhg.net The Bounty Hunters Guild] would be the place to go to discuss.

-	= What do I do if there are no pictures of the character I'm looking for in the CRL? =	+	== What do I do if there are no pictures of the character I'm looking for in the CRL? ==

	Our CRLs are based on the work of members. We need costumers who have completed the costumes to submit photos. If you have one of the costumes that is missing photos, head to your detachment and talk to your detachment leader about getting included in the CRL.		Our CRLs are based on the work of members. We need costumers who have completed the costumes to submit photos. If you have one of the costumes that is missing photos, head to your detachment and talk to your detachment leader about getting included in the CRL.
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		+	= For Past and Present Members =
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		+	== Can I change my Legion ID? ==
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		+	No, Legion IDs are permanent. Once a number is issued to you it cannot be changed.
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		+	== If I retired then come back, will I have the same ID? ==
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		+	Yes. Since a Legion ID is permanent, it will always be tied to you. If you change garrisons, retire, rejoin... that number is yours forever.
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		+	== What do I need to do if I move? ==
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		+	Transferring garrisons is easy! Just let the GMLs for your old and new garrisons know. They can make the changes needed in the database to get your records up to date.

Stormtrooperguy at 17:16, 14 December 2011

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	How to tackle a costume depends on the costume: A tusken raider is very different to build than Darth Vader! Visit the [http://www.501st.com/members/displayUnits.php#detachments detachments page] to find the specialized discussion forum for the costume you are interested in. You can also take a look at our ever growing [[Costuming:CRL\|costume reference library]] to get some ideas.		How to tackle a costume depends on the costume: A tusken raider is very different to build than Darth Vader! Visit the [http://www.501st.com/members/displayUnits.php#detachments detachments page] to find the specialized discussion forum for the costume you are interested in. You can also take a look at our ever growing [[Costuming:CRL\|costume reference library]] to get some ideas.
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		+	= Do you accept custom Star Wars characters? =
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		+	While there are many amazing custom costumes out there, the 501st only accepts costumes with come sort of canon visual reference. Please take a look at our [[Costuming:CharacterApproval\|character approval guidelines]] for more information.

	= Is the Rubies stormtrooper/Vader/Boba Fett acceptable for membership? =		= Is the Rubies stormtrooper/Vader/Boba Fett acceptable for membership? =

Stormtrooperguy: /* There are no pictures of the character I'm looking for in the CRL */

2011-11-30T23:01:50Z

There are no pictures of the character I'm looking for in the CRL

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	To date we have not seen anyone successfully upgrade the Boba Fett costume to Legion standards. [http://www.thebhg.net The Bounty Hunters Guild] would be the place to go to discuss.		To date we have not seen anyone successfully upgrade the Boba Fett costume to Legion standards. [http://www.thebhg.net The Bounty Hunters Guild] would be the place to go to discuss.

-	= ~~There~~ are no pictures of the character I'm looking for in the CRL =	+	= What do I do if there are no pictures of the character I'm looking for in the CRL? =

	Our CRLs are based on the work of members. We need costumers who have completed the costumes to submit photos. If you have one of the costumes that is missing photos, head to your detachment and talk to your detachment leader about getting included in the CRL.		Our CRLs are based on the work of members. We need costumers who have completed the costumes to submit photos. If you have one of the costumes that is missing photos, head to your detachment and talk to your detachment leader about getting included in the CRL.

Stormtrooperguy at 23:01, 30 November 2011

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	[http://www.galactic-academy.com/ http://www.galactic-academy.com/forums/styles/X-Treme/imageset/site_logo2.png]		[http://www.galactic-academy.com/ http://www.galactic-academy.com/forums/styles/X-Treme/imageset/site_logo2.png]
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-	~~= How do I get a costume? =~~
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-	~~In general, most members either build the costumes themselves or get their costumes from other members with extra parts / unused costumes.~~
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-	How to tackle a costume depends on the costume. A tusken raider is very different to build than Darth Vader! Visit the [http://www.501st.com/members/displayUnits.php#detachments detachments page] to find the specialized discussion forum for the costume you are interested in. You can also take a look at our ever growing [[Costuming:CRL\|costume reference library]] to get some ideas.

	= Can you tell me where to buy a costume? =		= Can you tell me where to buy a costume? =

	The 501st cannot provide recommendations for or against any costume makers or products. The best thing you can do is visit the detachment forum that supports the costume type you are looking into. Ask around there: See what people have, what they like, what they don't like. That way you can make an informed decision on your own.		The 501st cannot provide recommendations for or against any costume makers or products. The best thing you can do is visit the detachment forum that supports the costume type you are looking into. Ask around there: See what people have, what they like, what they don't like. That way you can make an informed decision on your own.
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	= How much do your costumes cost? =		= How much do your costumes cost? =
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	In general, our costumes range from a couple hundred dollars to several thousand depending on the character.		In general, our costumes range from a couple hundred dollars to several thousand depending on the character.

		+	= If I can't buy one online, how do I get a costume? =
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		+	In general, most members either build the costumes themselves or get their costumes from other members with extra parts / unused costumes.
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		+	How to tackle a costume depends on the costume: A tusken raider is very different to build than Darth Vader! Visit the [http://www.501st.com/members/displayUnits.php#detachments detachments page] to find the specialized discussion forum for the costume you are interested in. You can also take a look at our ever growing [[Costuming:CRL\|costume reference library]] to get some ideas.

	= Is the Rubies stormtrooper/Vader/Boba Fett acceptable for membership? =		= Is the Rubies stormtrooper/Vader/Boba Fett acceptable for membership? =

Stormtrooperguy at 23:00, 30 November 2011

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	Troop on!		Troop on!
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		+	= How do I join the 501st? =
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		+	Visit the [[Membership:JoinUs\|recruiting page]] for all the info you need on signing up!

	= How can I get in touch with my local garrison? =		= How can I get in touch with my local garrison? =

Stormtrooperguy at 17:22, 18 November 2011

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	How to tackle a costume depends on the costume. A tusken raider is very different to build than Darth Vader! Visit the [http://www.501st.com/members/displayUnits.php#detachments detachments page] to find the specialized discussion forum for the costume you are interested in. You can also take a look at our ever growing [[Costuming:CRL\|costume reference library]] to get some ideas.		How to tackle a costume depends on the costume. A tusken raider is very different to build than Darth Vader! Visit the [http://www.501st.com/members/displayUnits.php#detachments detachments page] to find the specialized discussion forum for the costume you are interested in. You can also take a look at our ever growing [[Costuming:CRL\|costume reference library]] to get some ideas.
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		+	= Can you tell me where to buy a costume? =
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		+	The 501st cannot provide recommendations for or against any costume makers or products. The best thing you can do is visit the detachment forum that supports the costume type you are looking into. Ask around there: See what people have, what they like, what they don't like. That way you can make an informed decision on your own.
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	= How much do your costumes cost? =		= How much do your costumes cost? =

Krkonsult: /* Can I join if I am under 18? */

2011-10-30T16:22:56Z

Can I join if I am under 18?

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	Unfortunately no. We require that all members be at least 18 years of age.		Unfortunately no. We require that all members be at least 18 years of age.

-	~~http~~:~~//www.galactic-academy.com/forums/styles/X-Treme/imageset/site_logo2.png~~	+	However there is a group created by our founder for kids under 18:

-	~~However there is a group created by our founder for kids under 18:~~ [http://www.galactic-academy.com/ ~~The Galactic Academy~~]	+	[http://www.galactic-academy.com/ http://www.galactic-academy.com/forums/styles/X-Treme/imageset/site_logo2.png]

	= How do I get a costume? =		= How do I get a costume? =