TrooperSurvivalGuide - Revision history

Knightshade: Updated the number of members to over 6000

2013-04-16T17:05:35Z

Updated the number of members to over 6000

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	'''Talking Points'''		'''Talking Points'''
	*The Legion officially began in 1997.		*The Legion officially began in 1997.
-	*We currently have over ~~5000~~ members.	+	*We currently have over 6000 members.
	*The Legion currently occupies approximately 40 countries world wide.		*The Legion currently occupies approximately 40 countries world wide.
	*The 501st Legion is a totally volunteer organization		*The 501st Legion is a totally volunteer organization

Stormtrooperguy: Added footer to allow saving as PDF

2012-02-24T20:41:06Z

Added footer to allow saving as PDF

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Stormtrooperguy: minor formatting fixes -- changed table column width for better display

2011-10-11T03:32:57Z

minor formatting fixes -- changed table column width for better display

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	{\|		{\|
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-	!valign="top"\|Question	+	!valign="top" width="25%"\|Question
	!valign="top"\|Answer		!valign="top"\|Answer
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-	\|valign="top"\|What role do the Legion ~~Officer’s~~ fill, and how do they help me as a trooper?	+	\|valign="top"\|What role do the Legion Officers fill, and how do they help me as a trooper?
	\|valign="top"\|LCO: The Legion Commanding Officer is the chief executive and administrative officer of the Legion. The LCO coordinates the Legion as a whole and sets the agenda for the Legion Council.		\|valign="top"\|LCO: The Legion Commanding Officer is the chief executive and administrative officer of the Legion. The LCO coordinates the Legion as a whole and sets the agenda for the Legion Council.

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-	\|Question: What role do the Garrison Officers fill, and how do they help me as a trooper?	+	\|-
-		+	!valign="top" width="25%"\|Question
-	Commanding Officer: Coordinates activities and members of the Garrison.	+	!Answer
		+	\|-
		+	\|valign="top"\|What role do the Garrison Officers fill, and how do they help me as a trooper?
		+	\|valign="top"\|Commanding Officer: Coordinates activities and members of the Garrison.

	XO & SL: Assists the GCO and coordinates activities and members of the Garrison.		XO & SL: Assists the GCO and coordinates activities and members of the Garrison.
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	GPRO, GMBO, GCL, GCOG, GWM: Perform the same duties as their Legion counterparts only at the local level.		GPRO, GMBO, GCL, GCOG, GWM: Perform the same duties as their Legion counterparts only at the local level.
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	{\|		{\|
-	\|What is the Role of the Detachment Leader?	+	\|-
-	The Detachment Leader Facilitates the Costume Reference Library in conjunction with the Legion Membership Officer assists members in finding the right information for their specific costumes, assists the Garrison Membership Officers with costume reviews and coordinates and directs Detachment operations.	+	!width="25%"\|Question
		+	!Answer
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		+	\|valign="top" width="25%"\|What is the Role of the Detachment Leader?
		+	\|valign="top"\|The Detachment Leader Facilitates the Costume Reference Library in conjunction with the Legion Membership Officer assists members in finding the right information for their specific costumes, assists the Garrison Membership Officers with costume reviews and coordinates and directs Detachment operations.
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	{\|		{\|
-	\|Question: What is screen accurate?	+	\|-
-	\|~~Answer:~~ The term “Screen Accurate” is tossed about very loosely these days. There are two sides of the field on this topic. One side will tell you that Screen Accurate can only be from Screen used items, or Lineage. The other will tell you it’s in the details and craftsmanship, or build.	+	!width="25%" valign="top"\|Question
		+	!valign="top"\|Answer
		+	\|-
		+	\|width="25%" valign="top"\|What is screen accurate?
		+	\|valign="top"\|The term “Screen Accurate” is tossed about very loosely these days. There are two sides of the field on this topic. One side will tell you that Screen Accurate can only be from Screen used items, or Lineage. The other will tell you it’s in the details and craftsmanship, or build.
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	\|}		\|}
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	{\|		{\|
-	\|Question: What does canon mean?	+	\|-
-	\|~~Answer:~~ The term canon refers to what we see on screen as well, only this time it refers to what is seen official Lucas Film visual media and films, not the expanded LFL universe. Examples of canon characters are the four main Sith Lords, Darth Sidious, Darth Maul, Count Dooku and Darth Vader. Canon also refers to parts, as seen on TV and films. To be canon as possible is to strive to look just like the screen used Costume.	+	!width="25%" valign="top"\|Question
		+	!Answer
		+	\|-
		+	\|width="25%" valign="top"\|What does canon mean?
		+	\|valign="top"\|The term canon refers to what we see on screen as well, only this time it refers to what is seen official Lucas Film visual media and films, not the expanded LFL universe. Examples of canon characters are the four main Sith Lords, Darth Sidious, Darth Maul, Count Dooku and Darth Vader. Canon also refers to parts, as seen on TV and films. To be canon as possible is to strive to look just like the screen used Costume.
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-	\|Question: What should I remember when I take my pictures for approval?	+	\|-
-	\|~~Answer:~~ Make sure your pictures are taken with a good quality camera in a well lit environment. Indoors unless it’s a studio usually produces pictures that are too dark to see any detail.	+	!width="25%" valign="top"\|Question
		+	!valign="top"\|Answer
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		+	\|width="25%" valign="top"\|What should I remember when I take my pictures for approval?
		+	\|valign="top"\|Make sure your pictures are taken with a good quality camera in a well lit environment. Indoors unless it’s a studio usually produces pictures that are too dark to see any detail.
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-	\|Question: How long does it take to get my costume approved?	+	\|-
-	\|~~Answer:~~ The answer is based on some factors. Is the costume up to 501st Standards? Yes? Good... Factor in the current workload of your GML (Garrison Membership Liaison) (Example- How many costumes they have to look through for your Garrison). So let’s say your GML is not that busy and on the ball, you’re looking at a 24-72 hour turn around time. However it could take up to 2-4 months for larger Garrisons.	+	!valign="top" width=25%\|Question
		+	!valign="top"\|Answer
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		+	\|valign="top"\|How long does it take to get my costume approved?
		+	\|valign="top"\|The answer is based on some factors. Is the costume up to 501st Standards? Yes? Good... Factor in the current workload of your GML (Garrison Membership Liaison) (Example- How many costumes they have to look through for your Garrison). So let’s say your GML is not that busy and on the ball, you’re looking at a 24-72 hour turn around time. However it could take up to 2-4 months for larger Garrisons.
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Stormtrooperguy at 03:17, 11 October 2011

2011-10-11T03:17:43Z

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-	\|Question: What role do the Legion Officer’s fill, and how do they help me as a trooper?	+	\|-
-	~~Answer:~~	+	!valign="top"\|Question
-	LCO: The Legion Commanding Officer is the chief executive and administrative officer of the Legion. The LCO coordinates the Legion as a whole and sets the agenda for the Legion Council.	+	!valign="top"\|Answer
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		+	\|valign="top"\|What role do the Legion Officer’s fill, and how do they help me as a trooper?
		+	\|valign="top"\|LCO: The Legion Commanding Officer is the chief executive and administrative officer of the Legion. The LCO coordinates the Legion as a whole and sets the agenda for the Legion Council.

	LXO: Assists the LCO with all Duties as assigned		LXO: Assists the LCO with all Duties as assigned
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	LCL: Coordinates, manages amd maintains the Legion's relationships with charitable organizations, promotes (with the assistance of the LPO) the Legion's charitable activity and assists the Garrison Charity Liaisons in organizing and documenting charity events and participation.		LCL: Coordinates, manages amd maintains the Legion's relationships with charitable organizations, promotes (with the assistance of the LPO) the Legion's charitable activity and assists the Garrison Charity Liaisons in organizing and documenting charity events and participation.
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Krkonsult: /* Research */

2011-09-12T04:11:15Z

Research

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	Through the Detachments you can see other members' costumes and build threads (WIP Threads), research and locate sources for costume components, learn how to make various components yourself and learn how to assemble components supplied by the various armor makers associated with the Detachments. A list of detachments and the costumes they support is located in the Appendix. You may also find contact information for the Detachments on the web here [http://501st.com/members/displayUnits.php#detachments 501st Detachmants]		Through the Detachments you can see other members' costumes and build threads (WIP Threads), research and locate sources for costume components, learn how to make various components yourself and learn how to assemble components supplied by the various armor makers associated with the Detachments. A list of detachments and the costumes they support is located in the Appendix. You may also find contact information for the Detachments on the web here [http://501st.com/members/displayUnits.php#detachments 501st Detachmants]
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		+	[[file:Detachment_Card_Front.jpg\|Detachment Fan Table Card Front]]
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		+	[[file:Detachment_Card_Back.jpg\|Detachment Fan Table Card Back]]

	Signing up for the forums at your local Garrison will put you in contact with like minded folks in your geographical area. Typically a Garrison will have programs to provide assistance and mentoring for you as you build your costume. The Garrison Membership Liaison (GML) will be your primary contact once you are ready to submit your costume for approval to the legion. A list of Garrisons and Outposts is located in the Appendix. You can locate your local Garrison or Outpost here [http://501st.com/maps/index.php Legion World Map]		Signing up for the forums at your local Garrison will put you in contact with like minded folks in your geographical area. Typically a Garrison will have programs to provide assistance and mentoring for you as you build your costume. The Garrison Membership Liaison (GML) will be your primary contact once you are ready to submit your costume for approval to the legion. A list of Garrisons and Outposts is located in the Appendix. You can locate your local Garrison or Outpost here [http://501st.com/maps/index.php Legion World Map]

Krkonsult: /* Trooping Etiquette */

2011-06-07T02:15:34Z

Trooping Etiquette

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	*Don't "react" to their disability.		*Don't "react" to their disability.

-	*Get down on their level, if possible. Kneel, play "peek-a-boo" (give them a peek under your lid to show ~~your~~ a person in there).	+	*Get down on their level, if possible. Kneel, play "peek-a-boo" (give them a peek under your lid to show you're a person in there).

	* If they wish to communicate with you then be patient, take your time.		* If they wish to communicate with you then be patient, take your time.

Krkonsult: /* Some Helpful Hints */

2011-06-07T02:14:18Z

Some Helpful Hints

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	*Share cell phone numbers with your fellow troopers.		*Share cell phone numbers with your fellow troopers.
	*Take care of your feet! Wear insoles for those long troops.		*Take care of your feet! Wear insoles for those long troops.
-	*Check ~~you~~ repair kit, restock what ever is missing.	+	*Check your repair kit, restock what ever is missing.

	Remember: The longer you’re in the armor, the hotter it gets. Testing out your armor at home for 15 minutes is not the same as trooping for two hours. Even in air conditioned locations, heat can be an issue.		Remember: The longer you’re in the armor, the hotter it gets. Testing out your armor at home for 15 minutes is not the same as trooping for two hours. Even in air conditioned locations, heat can be an issue.

-	Use black permanent marker or other permanent label method to ~~discretely~~ write your TK id# on the inside of ALL your armor parts. If you drop a part during the event or forget anything while packing up it will increase your chances of having it returned from a fellow member.	+	Use black permanent marker or other permanent label method to discreetly write your TK id# on the inside of ALL your armor parts. If you drop a part during the event or forget anything while packing up it will increase your chances of having it returned from a fellow member.

	If you are on special medication or require special medication due to allergic reactions, be sure to share that with those around you and let them know where they can find it for you and how to administer it in an emergency. Let them know the warning signs.		If you are on special medication or require special medication due to allergic reactions, be sure to share that with those around you and let them know where they can find it for you and how to administer it in an emergency. Let them know the warning signs.

Krkonsult: /* Some Helpful Hints */

2011-06-07T02:13:12Z

Some Helpful Hints

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	====Some Helpful Hints====		====Some Helpful Hints====
	*Create a packing list, laminate it and keep it in your armor bin.		*Create a packing list, laminate it and keep it in your armor bin.
-	*Check ~~you~~ armor kit the day before. (make repairs as needed)	+	*Check your armor kit the day before. (make repairs as needed)
	*Always have printed or written directions of where you are to meet.		*Always have printed or written directions of where you are to meet.
-	*Share cell phone numbers with ~~you~~ fellow troopers.	+	*Share cell phone numbers with your fellow troopers.
	*Take care of your feet! Wear insoles for those long troops.		*Take care of your feet! Wear insoles for those long troops.
	*Check you repair kit, restock what ever is missing.		*Check you repair kit, restock what ever is missing.
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	Remember: The longer you’re in the armor, the hotter it gets. Testing out your armor at home for 15 minutes is not the same as trooping for two hours. Even in air conditioned locations, heat can be an issue.		Remember: The longer you’re in the armor, the hotter it gets. Testing out your armor at home for 15 minutes is not the same as trooping for two hours. Even in air conditioned locations, heat can be an issue.

-	Use black permanent marker or other permanent label method to discretely write your TK id# on the inside of ALL your armor parts. If you drop during the event or forget anything while packing up it will increase your chances of ~~return~~ from a fellow member.	+	Use black permanent marker or other permanent label method to discretely write your TK id# on the inside of ALL your armor parts. If you drop a part during the event or forget anything while packing up it will increase your chances of having it returned from a fellow member.

	If you are on special medication or require special medication due to allergic reactions, be sure to share that with those around you and let them know where they can find it for you and how to administer it in an emergency. Let them know the warning signs.		If you are on special medication or require special medication due to allergic reactions, be sure to share that with those around you and let them know where they can find it for you and how to administer it in an emergency. Let them know the warning signs.

Krkonsult: /* Trooping Guide */

2011-06-07T02:10:15Z

Trooping Guide

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	Non-canon events are everything else. Parades, hospital visits, parties, conventions, etc. The majority of the events the 501st Legion participates in are non-canon events. The event sponsor may request specific characters, in the absence of a specific request from the event sponsor for character limitations, all characters are eligible for non-canon events.		Non-canon events are everything else. Parades, hospital visits, parties, conventions, etc. The majority of the events the 501st Legion participates in are non-canon events. The event sponsor may request specific characters, in the absence of a specific request from the event sponsor for character limitations, all characters are eligible for non-canon events.

-	Screen accurate means unmodified armor, no custom paint schemes, no added badges, ~~palderons~~, or overt identification or tags on the armor. Special note for Expanded Universe (EU) characters: Expanded universe characters are characters that are only documented in non-movie or television sources such as books, comics, graphic novels and video games. Some EU characters may be excluded from canon events at the request of the event sponsor.	+	Screen accurate means unmodified armor, no custom paint schemes, no added badges, pauldrons, or overt identification or tags on the armor. Special note for Expanded Universe (EU) characters: Expanded universe characters are characters that are only documented in non-movie or television sources such as books, comics, graphic novels and video games. Some EU characters may be excluded from canon events at the request of the event sponsor.

	If the event coordinator has concerns that a specific costume may be inappropriate for an event, the event coordinator should provide a photo of the character to the event sponsor for review.		If the event coordinator has concerns that a specific costume may be inappropriate for an event, the event coordinator should provide a photo of the character to the event sponsor for review.

Krkonsult: /* Trooping Guide */

2011-06-07T02:09:32Z

Trooping Guide

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	Local events are events organized one or more garrisons, squads, outposts, or individual members. They basically anything originated at the local level by the membership and may include parades, fundraising events, conventions, movie outings, etc. Informal events are non-canon events. "special squads", such as Alabama's Red rain, EU characters, and accessories are generally permitted.		Local events are events organized one or more garrisons, squads, outposts, or individual members. They basically anything originated at the local level by the membership and may include parades, fundraising events, conventions, movie outings, etc. Informal events are non-canon events. "special squads", such as Alabama's Red rain, EU characters, and accessories are generally permitted.

-	*'''Formal Event''': Formal does not necessarily mean "canon" a formal event would be one where the event sponsor wishes to have all characters in traditional garb with out special additions. In other words special squads, such as "Alabama's Red Rain (They look like Sandtroopers but have non-canon ~~palderons~~ and color details) may still be acceptable to a sponsor but "Fem Troopers" and Kilted Troopers may not. If in doubt be sure to check with your event sponsor and post accordingly.	+	*'''Formal Event''': Formal does not necessarily mean "canon" a formal event would be one where the event sponsor wishes to have all characters in traditional garb with out special additions. In other words special squads, such as "Alabama's Red Rain (They look like Sandtroopers but have non-canon pauldrons and color details) may still be acceptable to a sponsor but "Fem Troopers" and Kilted Troopers may not. If in doubt be sure to check with your event sponsor and post accordingly.

	*'''Informal Event''': Have FUN, Kilted troopers, Fem Troopers, Santa Hats, Leprechaun Hats, beads, zombie troopers, etc... all are allowed within the bounds of taste, go for it.		*'''Informal Event''': Have FUN, Kilted troopers, Fem Troopers, Santa Hats, Leprechaun Hats, beads, zombie troopers, etc... all are allowed within the bounds of taste, go for it.