Here's a few pics of me and my buddies in our costumes. Mine was screen used by Katrina's "I want to have babies" Stunt double.


Loki with a rubber Morita. His helmet was used by the camera man's stunt double.


Me with the same Morita.


The whole group in our "soft" parts. Various jackets and pants were used by principal players.


And one of my favs....The Jumpball outfits. Loki's is number 22, the center.

Wow, nice screen used stuff! Hi-Impact made thier own SST stuff until the screen used stuff became available. I had a set, but it was so unfortable that I traded it for some A2 stuff (still haven't gotten my Pulse Rifle). The helmet would try to rip off my ears and cheeks because my round mellon was to big for the helmet!

That happened to Tambo. They are going to try to mod his helmet so he can keep his ears. This stuff is purdy damned comfortable to wear. I was actually surprised once I got all geared up.

impressive most impressive,
just one question... WHY????

lol. i am missing something, cause that movie made me soooooo mad, but i so many people think its the bomb...

then there is the 'roughnecks' stuff, which is actually kinda interseting, i like that better than the movie

did i mention i am rambly today? i am going to stop posting, i am giving myself a headache-- i apologise to all of you!!!

Yes, yes you are missing something.

It's like asking why people liked Robocop when it's a copy of the British Judge Dredd.

Or the people that liked Star Trek 5.

I've enjoyed the Starship Troopers novel (I read it first back in... 1982 I believe...) and the animated Roughnecks, and I enjoyed the feature film as well.

Okay, I didn't really care for SST2, but most people didn't. The film has slick visuals, decent acting, a good ensemble cast and nice costuming. Everyone harps on and on and on about there not being the powered suits. Okay, that was a little disappointing, but after 15 minutes of watching the film... I got over it. Seriously, George Lucas had a bouncing gold-medal winning digital Yoda and I hear less complaints about that than I did about the lack of powered armor in SST.

Maybe I'm in the minority. I still like the film to this day, I saw it in first run in the theater. I've owned copies on VHS, VHS Widescreen, DVD and finally the special 2 disc DVD edition. I'll probably end up buying it on whichever High Def format survives the war.

It has action. It has romance. It has good characters... and guns... lots of guns.

What more could one want?

There's rumors that in the Third film we may finally see the "ape" armor. Since Ed Neumier is writing the screenplay, and since digital FX technology has come a long way in the last 10 years, anything is possible.

Wow, I just realized I was ranting. I'll go shut up now.

Russ

When Starship Troopers was first going into production, the script called for powered "jump suits" but the first concepts were scraped because the armor hid the actors. Then they came up with an extoskulleten concept, but in the end they scraped that because of cost. It was cheaper for them to cast a few hundred background actors, suit them up then have them all CG. The movie went over budget to the point that it took two studios to bankroll the movie.

"Do you want to know more?"

I liked the film too. And I'm not embarrassed to admit it.

E




and yes.

I liked it too, but mostly for Dina Meyer's boobs.

Anywho, here's the link to SST3 for those who "Want to know more":

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0844760/

I should add some SST Grenades (bug bombs) to the list of props in the Members' only store

Yes you should.

I still want to make a "hero" version someday with the push button top and "spoon." The foamies (both grenades and magazines) that come with the SST uniforms are in pretty sad shape.

Russ

That is true! I have a set of the stunt grenades and they suck! Hey, post up pictures of the grenade's spoon too! I have the grenade, but no spoon.

I think I posted pics of the Rico hero grenade (from the tanker bug scene) in the photo archives.

Unlike the "spoon" on a real grenade, the metal bar "flip" was achived by pressing down on the spring loaded button on top of the grenade. Button comes down, spoon flips up. Simple mechanism, but cool.

Russ

Me and Firebat have a joke inspired that movie, when it comes to 'being volunteered' for something.....

"Congradulations Citizen, you've been selected to volunteer...."

I actually liked the film.

Check it out!! My bug made the paper last weekend! I am just so proud.....oh and the geek he's sitting on is my friend Loki.

And they both really rocked......deserve the coverage.... You and Loki looked great!

Erica

okay, providing i can ignore the same for bodies at every slaughter, i might give the movie a second try based on the fact that you all love it.

i honestly am not picky and like almost anything, so the fact that this movie drove me nuts... well, i dunno.

well if someone has a copy at Dragon Con-- i invite you to change my mind!

I will be at D*Con in full armor. Maybe that will change your mind when you get to see it for yourself.

Here's the one good shot I have found of us from this weekend.

Hey look! It's a bunch of Alliance troops from Firefly!

No silver armor...*shivers*

Have you guys taken a BAD photo yet?

Russ

not that I've seen!

gesh, didnt even know you guys were on SFH.net...

I made the comment of "there are bugs ahead" when ya'll were walking next to the train cars ....

LOL I even made two of you in the jumpball outfits show me your con badges saturday night....

geesh....talk about completly missing people at a con who are on lthe same site...

You mean these outfits....


Well, glad to know ya now!!

LOL, yep, good to know you now too

Time for the Englisher to weigh in!

I'm really starting to dig the idea of getting this kit together myself. Russ has sorted my out with many of my concerns (thanks man!) but my big problem (so to speak) is:

Did they do pants in a 44" waist?

I believe they do. You'll have to drop my guy a line and see what he can find in the warehouse. You'll need to know your pants size, jacket, and shoes. If you are really interested, I will get you in contact with him.

We can always use another trooper. You don't wanna live forever, do ya?

Oh hells no

Would love you to put me in contact - I would like the uniform atleast. And hell, I've got my Doom and Aliens gear set aside for my jaunt across the Atlantic to Dragon*Con - why can't I take my place in the Mobile Infantry as well?

Oh hells yeah!!! Fresh meat for the grinder!

I will send you an email addy shortly, cadet.

Yes Ma'am! Thank you Ma'am!

I got a package in the mail the other day. Another costume for my SST collection. Once I get pics taken, I will be happy to share. I just love spandex!

Must sell kidney to buy more SST uniforms...

Looking forward to seeing what comes out of the box Schmootika!

Russ

My latest acquisition...

This should be the moment that I go ahead and make inappropriate jokes about being open to tackling in this instance. Being the honourable, polite and above all gentlemanly Englishman that I am, I will naturally refrain.

Another fantastic costume! What position was No.9?

I know I saw him on screen when Zander made the touch down and he was one of the guys that Dizzy tackled.

You DO love the spandex, don't you?

But you wear it so well!

Looks great! Honestly, I think that one looks better on you than the Tigers uniform does. Now, go tackle Loki!

Russ

okay.. you people HAVE to explain the facination to me at D*Con, i swear this is the most enthusiastic thread on SFH !!!!

BTW, in response to a post on page one... NOBODY liked Star Trek 5, if they say they did, they are LIARS!

Yes....the spandex makes me all tingly! And I shall have a go at Loki soon enough!

I wouldn't object to being tackled.

I got one too! I got #23, haven't been able to find him yet...

I really love a commanding officer that doesn't mind getting down and dirty with the troops.

So Rook, let's do a comparison shot.......Which do you like more?

wow! which one...... have to say, I'm torn.... as a girlie girl, I normally go for basic black (LOL) but S, I have to say that I like the new one alot..... and I am SO jealous.

And Loki is a cutie-pie - you should totally tackle him. I just wish my funds would let me jump in! (did that sound bad? didn't mean it to )

But truly, spandex is a wonderful thing.... no gal should be without it.

E

I'm sure we'd be more than willing to let you jump in darlin'!

I love the black as well. I'm also a basic black kinda gal but the grey and blue does kinda look good. I'll wear both and let the crowd decide.

Well, since you asked...

I like the black design the most, but the blue and grey/silver just seems to work for you.

Maybe it's just me.

Russ

You get your cute butt to Midsouth con or Dragon Con and I'll put you in one of my Jumpball suits, and you can pile on all you want!

My young, virgin eyes! Such comments! T_T

Tigers wins.

OK Loki - you know a compliment is the way to a gal's heart, so keep it up babe!

you KNOW I'll be at Dragon Con - and you KNOW I'm not shy....... so better bring some extra clothing, cause I'll play!!!!!! I still wished I'd spent a little more time with you all at Chattacon..... Going to Fantascicon, but don't think I'm gonna make it to MidSouth....... drat.......

E

Or, if you're watching Roughnecks:SSTC,

"El Tigres win!"

and 'honey' (that's southern in case you didn't catch the accent), I guarantee that after a trip to DC, your eyes won't be virginal anymore.

Cheers!

I can make fantascicon. I'm 45 minutes away from Chattanooga!

Saturday night. You're in the Jumpball suit.

Darlin', there ain't much that about Loki that is virginal.....and I'll be more than willing to let you slip into my spandex.