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Krkonsult: /* What is required to join? */

2011-10-30T16:28:17Z

What is required to join?

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	If you are under 18, please check out the [http://galactic-academy.com/ Galactic Academy], a group created for our younger cadets. If you are looking to create a Jedi, X-wing pilot or other hero character visit the [http://www.rebellegion.com/ Rebel Legion].		If you are under 18, please check out the [http://galactic-academy.com/ Galactic Academy], a group created for our younger cadets. If you are looking to create a Jedi, X-wing pilot or other hero character visit the [http://www.rebellegion.com/ Rebel Legion].
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		+	= Frequently Asked Questions =
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		+	For more answers to common questions please see the FAQ page [[FAQ \| 501st FAQ]]

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

Stormtrooperguy: /* Start Trooping! */

2011-06-03T14:37:10Z

Start Trooping!

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	== Start Trooping! ==		== Start Trooping! ==

-	~~Contact~~ your fellow [http://www.501st.com/members/displayUnits.php Garrison members], join your local 501st unit message board and register on 501st.com so you can get out there and help bring order to the galaxy! You can also join our public social media groups on [http://www.facebook.com/the501stlegion Facebook] and [http://www.twitter.com/501stlegion Twitter].	+	Congratulations! You've made it to the fun part: Trooping!
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		+	We strongly recommend that you take some time and read the [[TrooperSurvivalGuide\|Trooper Survival Guide]]. This is the definitive guide to being a 501st member, and should help you get familiar with all the things you need to know.
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		+	If you haven't already, get to know your fellow [http://www.501st.com/members/displayUnits.php Garrison members], join your local 501st unit message board and register on 501st.com so you can get out there and help bring order to the galaxy!
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		+	You can also join our public social media groups on [http://www.facebook.com/the501stlegion Facebook] and [http://www.twitter.com/501stlegion Twitter].

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2011-04-12T18:33:04Z

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501admin: /* Start Trooping! */

2011-04-12T17:10:21Z

Start Trooping!

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	== Start Trooping! ==		== Start Trooping! ==

-	Contact your fellow Garrison members, join your local 501st unit message board and register on 501st.com so you can get out there and help bring order to the galaxy! You can also join our public social media groups on [http://www.facebook.com/the501stlegion Facebook] and [http://www.twitter.com/501stlegion Twitter].	+	Contact your fellow [http://www.501st.com/members/displayUnits.php Garrison members], join your local 501st unit message board and register on 501st.com so you can get out there and help bring order to the galaxy! You can also join our public social media groups on [http://www.facebook.com/the501stlegion Facebook] and [http://www.twitter.com/501stlegion Twitter].

501admin: /* Submitting your application */

2011-04-11T16:32:36Z

Submitting your application

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	Once your GML confirms that your suit is complete and valid for membership, fill out the [http://www.501st.com/members/join_form.php online application].		Once your GML confirms that your suit is complete and valid for membership, fill out the [http://www.501st.com/members/join_form.php online application].

-	When your application is approved, you will receive confirmation via e-mail. Your Legion ID will be assigned and your record marked as "ACTIVE" in the 501st Legion member database. Please note that the 501st is an all-volunteer organization and application ~~can~~ take several weeks to review.	+	When your application is approved, you will receive confirmation via e-mail. Your Legion ID will be assigned and your record marked as "ACTIVE" in the 501st Legion member database. Please note that the 501st is an all-volunteer organization and the application may take several weeks to review.

-	If for some reason you are not validated for membership, your local GML will work with you and provide recommendations and resources that can assist you in modifying your costume to meet Legion requirements.	+	If for some reason you are not validated for membership, your local GML will work with you and provide recommendations and resources that can assist you in modifying your costume to meet Legion requirements.

	== Start Trooping! ==		== Start Trooping! ==

	Contact your fellow Garrison members, join your local 501st unit message board and register on 501st.com so you can get out there and help bring order to the galaxy! You can also join our public social media groups on [http://www.facebook.com/the501stlegion Facebook] and [http://www.twitter.com/501stlegion Twitter].		Contact your fellow Garrison members, join your local 501st unit message board and register on 501st.com so you can get out there and help bring order to the galaxy! You can also join our public social media groups on [http://www.facebook.com/the501stlegion Facebook] and [http://www.twitter.com/501stlegion Twitter].

501admin: /* Preparing your photographs */

2011-04-11T16:32:07Z

Preparing your photographs

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	Your local Garrison Membership Liaison (GML) will need to verify your qualifications and will will ask for pictures of you in your costume for validation. See the [http://www.501st.com/members/displayUnits.php 501st Legion unit listings] to identify your local GML.		Your local Garrison Membership Liaison (GML) will need to verify your qualifications and will will ask for pictures of you in your costume for validation. See the [http://www.501st.com/members/displayUnits.php 501st Legion unit listings] to identify your local GML.

-	~~Submit pictures of yourself ALONE against a PLAIN BACKGROUND (no convention photos, please). We~~ will ~~need photos with your helmet/mask on and off (if applicable). Please~~ make sure ~~to include a full-length view of your costume (head to foot) from~~ the ~~front, back and both sides. Also be sure to take your~~ photos ~~with adequate lighting and at a high-resolution~~ to ~~help us inspect~~ the ~~details.~~	+	The following tips will help make sure that you get the right photos to the GML on your first try:

-	If you include any ~~accessories~~ such as a blaster or lightsaber, please ensure that they conform to the [[Weapons_policy\|weapons policy]].	+	* Only submit pictures of yourself alone against a plain background (no convention photos, please).
		+	* We will need photos with your helmet/mask on and off (if applicable).
		+	* You must include full-length views of your costumefrom the front, back and both sides.
		+	* Be sure to take your photos with adequate lighting and at a high-resolution to help us inspect the details.
		+	* Do not wear any non-canon accessories or add ons (unit patches, extra weapons, pauldrons when not part of the canon costume etc...)
		+	* If you include any weapons such as a blaster or lightsaber, please ensure that they conform to the [[Weapons_policy\|weapons policy]].

	== Submitting your application ==		== Submitting your application ==

501admin: /* Preparing your photographs */

2011-04-11T16:29:46Z

Preparing your photographs

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	Your local Garrison Membership Liaison (GML) will need to verify your qualifications and will will ask for pictures of you in your costume for validation. See the [http://www.501st.com/members/displayUnits.php 501st Legion unit listings] to identify your local GML.		Your local Garrison Membership Liaison (GML) will need to verify your qualifications and will will ask for pictures of you in your costume for validation. See the [http://www.501st.com/members/displayUnits.php 501st Legion unit listings] to identify your local GML.

-	Submit pictures of yourself ALONE against a PLAIN BACKGROUND (no convention photos, please). We will need photos with your helmet/mask on and off (if applicable). Please make sure to include a full-length view of your costume (head to foot) from the front, back and both sides. Also be sure to take your photos with adequate lighting and at a high-resolution to help us inspect the details. ~~Include photos of~~ any accessories ~~that you may carry with you~~ such as a blaster or lightsaber.	+	Submit pictures of yourself ALONE against a PLAIN BACKGROUND (no convention photos, please). We will need photos with your helmet/mask on and off (if applicable). Please make sure to include a full-length view of your costume (head to foot) from the front, back and both sides. Also be sure to take your photos with adequate lighting and at a high-resolution to help us inspect the details.
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		+	If you include any accessories such as a blaster or lightsaber, please ensure that they conform to the [[Weapons_policy\|weapons policy]].

	== Submitting your application ==		== Submitting your application ==

501admin: /* How do I get a costume? */

2011-04-11T16:28:33Z

How do I get a costume?

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	Once you've settled on a character it's just a matter of heading over to that forum, signing up, and getting help from the experts!		Once you've settled on a character it's just a matter of heading over to that forum, signing up, and getting help from the experts!

-	NOTE: Star Wars costumes that are commercially available in stores or online may not be acceptable for membership! It is recommended that you contact your Garrison Membership Liaison before purchasing a retail costume to find out if it is accepted or what modifications might be required.	+	''NOTE: Star Wars costumes that are commercially available in stores or online may not be acceptable for membership! It is recommended that you contact your Garrison Membership Liaison before purchasing a retail costume to find out if it is accepted or what modifications might be required.''

	= I've got my costume, now what? =		= I've got my costume, now what? =

501admin: /* What is required to join? */

2011-04-11T16:28:17Z

What is required to join?

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-	Members must be 18 years of age or older and own a high-quality costume representing any of the characters conforming to our [[Costuming:CharacterApproval\|character approval statement]]. You can find a list of currently recognized costumes in the [[Costuming:CRLbyname visual guides]] section of the site.	+	Members must be 18 years of age or older and own a high-quality costume representing any of the characters conforming to our [[Costuming:CharacterApproval\|character approval statement]]. You can find a list of currently recognized costumes in the [[Costuming:CRLbyname\|visual guides]] section of the site.

	There are no fees and the only requirements pertain to age and costume quality. The 501st is simply a fun, all-volunteer group of fans representing characters from the Star Wars saga. For more information on the goals of the club, read the [http://www.501st.com/mission.php mission statement].		There are no fees and the only requirements pertain to age and costume quality. The 501st is simply a fun, all-volunteer group of fans representing characters from the Star Wars saga. For more information on the goals of the club, read the [http://www.501st.com/mission.php mission statement].

501admin: /* What is required to join? */

2011-04-11T16:27:33Z

What is required to join?

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	There are no fees and the only requirements pertain to age and costume quality. The 501st is simply a fun, all-volunteer group of fans representing characters from the Star Wars saga. For more information on the goals of the club, read the [http://www.501st.com/mission.php mission statement].		There are no fees and the only requirements pertain to age and costume quality. The 501st is simply a fun, all-volunteer group of fans representing characters from the Star Wars saga. For more information on the goals of the club, read the [http://www.501st.com/mission.php mission statement].

-	If you are under 18, please check out the [http://galactic-academy.com/ Galactic Academy], a group created for our younger cadets.	+	If you are under 18, please check out the [http://galactic-academy.com/ Galactic Academy], a group created for our younger cadets. If you are looking to create a Jedi, X-wing pilot or other hero character visit the [http://www.rebellegion.com/ Rebel Legion].

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