Making a Mando - Mental Health and Armor Update

[@NotPenultimate]

Been watching the channel for awhile, and just wanted to say that me and a lot of others do enjoy the content you make. It is easy to say you are not probably are not in the best of places mentally, and taking your time with this project is the best thing you can do. Creating something as large as this project when not too many others are doing it, is probably beyond stressful. Take some time for yourself man, you need it. BTW, your current work is great, and its a learning process, take care man.

[@GalacticArmory]

That's very kind of you, thank you!

[@marsmanstudios3076]

Hey man, whatever makes you happy makes us happy. It's your work at the end of the day and I'm sure everyone who watches this will understand that. Keep up the incredible work!

[@PurgeTrooper]

I just wanna say, you inspired me to buy a 3D printer and start a project of my own. All your videos have been super helpful, and I can’t wait to finish with my phase 2 armor

[@turtlegaming5849]

Same

[@bombakugel]

Yes it's true 😊

[@milky_mint9409]

Same I don’t have a printer but I bought prints and am currently working on my own project and was inspired by you

[@josephle2381]

They cost so much though 🙁

[@TravikSkoot]

Same

[@BlatantlySwedishPGN]

I think the best option is to take it at a good pace and not pressure yourself. We don't need a new video on it all the time. As always I will continue to support you and your amazing content. I messed up quite badly on my own Mandalorian helmet but will be pairing it with an existing costume for Halloween to the point where it doesn't matter. By next year my goal is a full, custom armour set that I can proudly wear when I want armour instead of Jedi Robes. You are the one who has inspired me into all this and you are brilliant. This is the way!

[@jaden7423]

Don't even sweat it man, we all are accepting and don't want to you to stress out too much. You are an inspiration to me and thousands. Take a break, and stay healthy!

[@ochonuevecinco1059]

I used to make armor with the 501st for years. After watching your inspirational tutorials and “how to’s” I have started up again. I am in the process of making about 4 of your helmets with a 3D printer and am super excited. Thank you for bringing all this content and showing us about 3D printing, I have learned so much from you. Take time for yourself we will be here.

[@liamscott8761]

I've been a silent watcher of this channel for the past few weeks and originally found it because I also started a mando build this year (back in Feb). Moving house plus COVID restrictions have prevented me from continuing with it, however watching your videos has provided a tremendous insight as to how I would approach the rest of my build, while also being my primary source of motivation for continuing the project! Your decision to take your hobby to the next level by pursuing it as a career is incredibly admirable, and it's something I too hope to achieve one day. Thank you for sharing your process and your journey so far!

[@kyle13681]

We understand. Don't be stressed about the timeline you put on the project. Mental health is way more important. Plus I think you are spinning this in a great way by giving us videos of what you tried and what went wrong. Sometimes learning from mistakes is a great way to learn.

[@markmorgan8378]

Building these things is not easy and you have been a huge help to me personally. I have the same problem of reaching for the perfection of a project when you probably have already gone way beyond what anyone else accepts as amazing. Keep doing what you are doing and feel good with what you have accomplished. This is the way!

[@kuraitenshiv]

I have been working on my Mandalorian for nearly 4 years. due to money and space and several several set backs. I have seen some of your prints as well as the way you finish them. you got this. you are truly an armorer. I myself believe in you.

[@nateeaton7729]

I don't care how long it takes, I love your videos and get excited whenever I see them on my recommended. Keep it up and don't feel pressured to give your whole life to KZbin.

[@Jkuang24]

You got this! I look forward to the lessons you have learned in the upcoming video. I have learned so much from you that it had inspired me back in July to get a 3D printer and work on a Deathtrooper build for my first 501st approval. I still have a lot to print, and yet so much to sand, prime, and paint. I feel for you, as I have to repeat steps to achieve to the level of satisfaction. It just seems endless but we will get there!

[@Jester0153]

I just bought my first 3D printer. It's the one you always link. I have always wanted to make helmets and props and stuff and you really inspired me to do it. You taught me a simplier way than pepakura and all other methods. You're a great content creator and you're an amazing artist. You're awesome bro keep it up

[@Thatbrownguy454]

I appreciate all of your content and your honesty in this video. Just found your channel about a month ago and I am loving your stuff.

[@eyemem5080]

Relatable, I’m trying to make your ARC Trooper for Saturday

[@blixycuh487]

Same but a Jedi

[@BlatantlySwedishPGN]

@@vizonegames1368 I second this. I'll be (hopefully) pairing my WIP Mando helmet with my Jedi robes and Ultrasaber for an unusual character. Should be super fun!

[@blixycuh487]

@Vaiser 185 dang that sound so cool bro

[@solomoncumquats776]

As Captain Rex said "Experience outranks Everything" We can only learn from mistakes and build better from those mistakes

[@cheatj7598]

Hey man no matter what even if you don't finish the editing we will be proud and happy because you have gotten so far, remember we are very proud

[@tanner4165]

I really support your decision to pursue 3D printing and making videos for us! I love you and I love your stuff and you’re an amazing human being. Every video I learn more about you than I wouldn’t have even thought that I would care about but I’m so glad that you’re doing this. Head strong!

[@nncast00]

Take all the time you need. Even years if necessary. Personally, what I love the most about your work is the immense attention to details you put in all projects. Plus, at the same time, teaching us how to do it and giving a whole community access to the needed materials. Don't sacrifice that for anything!! No deadline is worth it

[@vaultfox]

Thank you for this video ... I've been feeling the same way about a lot of my builds and with my own mental health. Creating feels like the only thing I have control over right now and when it's not going my way I start to freak out thinking what is even the point? But we all do this for the love of the characters and the designs and some designs, like the Mando, are incredibly detailed. You're doing great and thanks for being open about how you're doing mentally, I hope things ease up and I'm excited to see the finish Mando whenever you get around to it. And like you said, his costume is probably going to change anyways LOL

[@TyroneRussell52]

I feel for you! I also set myself a deadline for Halloween (to only get half of the armor done and mounted for me). The deadline caused me to cut corners I wish I hadn't, so I'm already planning on needing to redo 4 out of the 7 armor pieces I'll wear this weekend. The good news, is that I've learned more in this last month about making than I had in the past couple years! I hope you're able to approach your next project with excitement and patience, and look forward to seeing what you've managed to make through the challenges mentioned! (And seeing all the upgrades you are planning on!)

[@GreasyDoesIt]

Nothing has to be perfect man, the effort that you put into your work and the care that you give into every single project is just enough. Keep yourself healthy, take your time, and make something great. Not perfect. We’ll always be here to watch what you do. No matter what

[@1711-s3b]

I started printing from a long desire to, and your very friendly introduction and walkthrough videos. I also chose to start with Djarin and it’s been both painful and stressful. I’ve learned a lot and have come to just enjoy the ride and learn from my many, many mistakes. Watching this video reminds me of what I’ve gone through this month with the build. I knew I should’ve started with a Clone Trooper but I’ve always been a Mandalorian fan. Made me smile when you mentioned the difficulty between the Clones and Djarin lmao Thank you for everything you’ve done so far! Keep up the great work and I’ll continue to check in on your website and YT channel.

[@Householdreef]

I’m so glad you posted this video ! I found your channel not so long ago, watched all your videos and found the motivation to tackle my own mando armour (my first set of 3D printed armour) ! However I have had exactly the same problems as you with the paint cracking and really put me off and made me wanna just give up on it but after seeing this it’s given me hope, and given me the courage to go back at it and finally managed to get the chest and Abb plate completed today! Keep up the great work !

[@unhandydaddy5117]

Take your time man there's no hurry with these kind of things.... I understand that doing a project this big can be stressful in on itself.... Mental health comes first and youtube comes second so take care of yourself trooper! Love your vids as always

[@salvequick]

I've just recently started watching your videos because I dream of one day making my own beskar'gam, But I kept watching because your videos are very enjoyable. You are calm and good at explaining and slightly sarcastic. Wonderful combination.

[@pballfin]

Honesty and integrity are hard to find these days. I am glad you have loads of both. I love your content and your instructions and tutorials are immensely valuable. I always point new members of our local Mandalorian clan to your videos on how to do things. I (and I assume many more out there) would rather have an honest delay if it got us great content down the road. And showing that even people of your skill level have to sand and start over is huge because people like me and many foundlings out there see the amazing stuff that people put out and don't realize that they are really posting up try number 27. Plus not to mention you are starting a print farm while doing all of this. You are doing a great job! I can't wait till I can suit up and troop with you some day, it will be a great honor!

[@diamondskull0739]

I already taught this wasn't a healthy deadline, as someone with a LOT of mental health issues I feel your stress, no worries your really great and I wish I hat 1% of the talent you have.

[@arichard]

Appreciate the honesty about it! I'm sure it's frustrating, but you'll get it down, just gotta give yourself enough time! You're absolutely not letting anyone down, picked up my mando helmet file the other day and figuring out sizing/slicing it currently👍

[@MrSpartan99]

You got this man! Keep up the hard work! It's your costume make it how you want and in the time you want to. It's hard work we love your work, keep your head up. This is the way

[@Marmalade_Cat]

Love your videos!!! You the number one Star Wars armor maker out and you inspired me to make Star Wars armor too. You have inspired me to want to do stuff exactly like this. Keep doing the good job that you have always been doing!! Also I have always thought as your armor and stuff the most epic stuff I've ever seen. It looks like you have brought Star Wars to life!!!

[@KingJake-om7yq]

Take all the time you need to show off the finished product. Whatever you make, that costume will be awesome, even if you don’t think it.

[@voidlix1210]

Love your vids man i hope u can make It big, and show me how Good of a craftsman u can become, good luck 👍🏻. Also I know that u had some setbacks but I know u can fix the issues even though it’s hard, u have pulled it off before.

[@EnemiesOfTheRepubic]

Best of luck. Thanks for the video. I've been working on my mando armor since December and I am still only about 60% of the way. Keep it up.

[@baseball1554]

You are definitely my favorite KZbinr right now! I'm watching like all of your videos and now I want to start printing them myself and making custom builds to make some extra money or just for myself and my love for star wars. I'm saving up for my CR-10 right now. Thanks for the amazing content, no rush on the vids take your timquality over quantity :)

[@dcontreras22]

Why do we fall? To give ourselves an opportunity to learn to pick ourselves up. It took courage to make this video Aaron. What I see is your drive to go forward, learning from what you feel are your mistakes. This video is real.... real is the quality of your character and morals. This video just solidified my view of you being a good man. When you offered to help me out with the mando helmet, that was awesome.... you didn't have to but you did. The fact that you expect more of yourself, tells me that you're going pull thru this time.... now who's rambling 😆 thank you for sharing with us bro

[@beanieheid520]

Even if you could have been successful with your past job, I'd say that being a successful youtube who inspires people with his love of Star Wars is wayyyyyyyy better than some job. Keep up the good work!

[@davidkay3784]

Just started watching your channel and you have been a great help. I jumped into this with no experience and just the sheer desire make a Mandalorian costume. I think I have spent as much time on KZbin as I have 3D printing. Learned to 3D print ( a challenge) then bought an air brush because because spray bombs just don't work in all situations and this has been a challenge too. I thought this was going to be a 6 month build, was wrong. Some time I just step back take a break and take some deep breaths. I know I got in over my head but that does not mean I cant dig my way out. This is the way!

[@davidlindersmith5228]

Keep at it boss! I just ruined my Mando Helmet and earned myself another day of sanding and finishing! I'm right there with you!

[@Hankdiego]

You inspired me to get a 3D printer and make some of the things you have made. I’m working on a Mando helmet now and have been printing your General Grevous bust for 3 days! I think it’s awesome you left your job to do what you are passionate about. I’d love to see you do a video or something about your 3D printing software settings if you have time. Keep it up; we love the content!

[@generalkenobi3716]

Your dedication to this stuff is very appreciated. Best of luck in the future. I'll be sticking around as I start on my own set of realistic clone armor from your files!

[@ernievc]

You inspired me to get into 3D priniting and make my own Mando suit! You're the man! Keep going!!!

[@Kamelg]

Hi Aaron! Listen man, you achieved a lot, built a great community, and all thanks to your personality. You are awesome, kind and very helpful. Do your thing and in your own time. We are here with you and we ain't leaving! Cheers my friend :)

[@joethar5750]

Hey man, I just want to say that we all love you and don't want you to mess with your mental health to get this done. take your time and maybe even take some time off and relax a little bit more. Your videos are amazing and you aren't defined by your work but if you were you would be defined as amazing. I love your videos and I think I speak for everyone when saying I would prefer you to take your time and keep your mental health good rather than finish your videos. thanks so much for all the great content. keep up the amazing work love your channel. take care

[@sert6168]

I hope you can get it to your standards, you inspired me to get into 3D modeling and its really helped me. I hope you get better and good luck. Thanks for all your videos.

[@GinjaNingerMan]

I made a decent looking Vader costume years and years ago. It was an amalgam of all the different Vaders, but it was good enough that most people couldn't tell. It's the point of diminishing returns, so don't stress yourself out over things that won't matter in the long run. AND - the biggest lessons we learn are the ones we fail at. Don't beat yourself up, keep on keeping on, brother. Focus on what you got right, and what you need to change in the future. Looking forward to more.

[@Seth_Lekas]

You are such a great KZbin it doesn't matter if you can't put out everything, every time and we respect your home life and we hope you can continue to be amazing. Love, your lucky subscriber.

[@DrakeDarkWolffe]

Hey man, deadline or no, I feel like I can speak for most of us fans, when I say that we're just happy to see you making armors, its just the process of seeing things be made makes us happy. I don't know about others but seeing you do what you do when you're at your best is definitely inspiring to aspiring makers. So take your time and take it easy we're definitely going to support that

[@squadleader6081]

Hey man, well stay with you to the end. You're a great youtuber, and we all enjoy your content

[@redvenator2945]

Your good at what you do, take your time, don't rush if you don't need to, your an amazing creator, keep up the good work!

[@blakedaskam7649]

Listen brother, looks to me you have a great following, the last few weeks I have really been getting into your videos. We all understand if you need some time for yourself. Take a load off, enjoy the Mandalorian, and we will see you when your ready to beat the hell out of some clankers!

[@the-blackManic]

Duuude, your work is awesome, I am entirely inspired by what you have accomplished. I am going to attempt this costume myself, but have no timeline on it (probably take a year or more), and don't expect it to look as good as yours.

[@Alec_Shepard]

I started making the same Mando costume in September also. I am just now gluing the helmet together because I had to print all my pieces in one small printer. I'm not going to have any of the leg armor done. I also will have to use silver spray paint to cover my armor because I have no spray-gun. I also got most of my undersuit parts from goodwill. I have no doubts that your armor will look fantastic regardless of how its painted. it will still looklook better than mine. :)

[@kevinmarkland1884]

This project is definitely worth waiting and taking your time! Would rather see it done right, than rushed for the sake of Halloween. Have learned a lot from your videos so far.

[@Dylan.Krueckeberg]

Yo I've been watching your channel for awhile. If u need a break take it. This is hard work and your metal health matters. Were fans, we love u, dont force yourself to do shit. We will always back u up.

[@kclkcl6956]

Hey GA, you are doing a great job! I know there will be lots of bumps in the road but you are in the right mind set, doing better a little everyday is all you can do. You are undertaking a monumentally difficult task, this requires a lot of talent, time, and dedication. You want as close to perfection as you can get, I completely understand. :) You will get there, if it is not your best work, we know you'll make it even better going forward. But you don't get any better without learning or making mistakes. You will gain a lot from this in knowledge, skill, and talent, just imagine what you will be able to accomplish when this is finished (clone commando armor with functioning vibro blades? :P ). We have complete faith in you, and don't beat yourself up, you are giving 110% effort, if that isn't enough for you, then take your time and keep going, we'll still be hear for you. Keep up the great work and self improvement. Don't give up man, I fully plan to purchase your designs and make a suit just like yours. I'm excited to see it. Honestly, if this isn't your best work, I can't imagine what it will look like when you feel it is! 0_O

[@feivel99]

Take all the time you need. take care and do your thing

[@ETHARNYUS]

i feel your pain with the cracking paint/primer and deadlines. it is stressful. glad im not the only one feeling this way

[@ace529321]

Keep your head up man, if it was easy everyone would be doing it. I look forward to seeing you complete this. Maybe even try to do a N7 Armor set

[@sinfulf4i]

man take your time do you. I for one would rather have quality videos and you making quality products and being happy then watch you fall in a downward spiral and hating yourself and what your doing. your a beyond talented person and designer do what you need to we'll be here waiting for ya.

[@generalbricks2113]

Ur projects are awesome! Don’t worry about it being not perfect I’m sure it’ll look amazing this is an awesome series! Thanks for the videos helps me wind down from school

[@HettycTracyn]

It is great progress Galactic Armory! I have enjoyed watching your vids on this.

[@davidmacnutt9184]

Dude don't worry we'll always support your channel, praying for you 🙏

[@TheDukethespartan]

I started the same project at the beginning of the month and had a similar experience with the armor with the cracking due to the chest plate snapping in half and having to be glued and sanded again. I also am not too keen on how the "chrome" finish came out on mine considering I was restricted to rattle cans. But im still happy that I did it and certain parts of it turned out really great in my opinion. I guess what Im trying to say is that you should still show what you have even if it isnt perfect because there are people out there who will still find it to be amazing. Don't beat yourself up to much about it because I know that what you produce will be 1000 times more accurate than what I have.

[@TheDukethespartan]

You're a real inspiration my man and don't restrict yourself to the deadline if you think it will ruin the outcome of the costume and make you unhappy with it.

[@Adam-ys8ww]

If you feel rushed or feel something is wrong all of us will understand if you want to take a break

[@wolfe3298]

I def understand this with my own projects. It's extremely frustrating and I completely understand, take all the time you need.

[@yagosantiago10]

You got all the way to here, take it easy and it will be great

[@IzzcanV]

ey bro please take care and it doesn't matter how fast you bring content, the main thing is that you are fine. We all believe in you and wish you all the best and luck for getting through this time

[@cinema991]

Your videos are amazing and I think you're being to hard on yourself. I love your channel and I hope you get better with your mental health.

[@davidh722]

If it wasn't for you, your personal advice, and these videos, there is no chance I would have finished my costume in time for Halloween (I just have the cape left). Mine isn't perfect, I had to cut some corners, and it's probably nowhere close to as good as yours, but it's still pretty freaking cool and I have a feeling kids will lose their mind when they see it. You're still my 3D costume hero, thanks for all of the advice and tips! :)

[@m.032]

You were an inspiration to start my own prints. Especially star wars. Thank you my friend 😊

[@WestonPufferShadrachSC]

Still actually super interested in seeing the "what I learned" videos. We know the testing phases can be rough. Keep up the awesome work man.

[@ezekielnotz5023]

Great video as always, working on your galactic marine kit now. You could do a clone shadow trooper with silver details, if you want a a silver clone I think that would be cool. Also do you think you will ever sell full armor sets, I only have one printer so it takes awhile?

[@the-blackManic]

the "What I learned" video idea is super helpful. I am a newb, so seeing the challenges is really useful for me

[@enabledfriend976]

Hey, this conten is free, take the time you need, in my perspektiv, we cant make demandes since we are not paying, and mental health and own satisfactin is always the way to go, love the content and take cear of yourself!

[@jakeharper4022]

Nothing is perfect if it's being rushed Take your time and whatever the finished piece is it will still be worth the watch

[@danturismo]

Hey bro, sounds like the paint cracking may be caused by one of the following- 1. Spraying acrylic-based paint over an enamel-based paint or vice versa 2. Putting the coats down too heavy (moving too slowly with the can or spraying too close to the workpiece) 3. Mixing brands of paint or not following the directions on the can. Some require you to do additional coats within 10 mins of each other, OR after 48 hours, for example. Need to check the can or contact manufacturer for support. 4. Spraying in high heat, or high humidity. Or too cool. Hope this helps with your painting in the future, I know the feels when your paint runs, cracks or gets contaminated, its so frustrating as you have just lost a lot of time and a bit of money too. Do some research on painting with rattle cans and techniques and read carefully before embarking, hope it saves you some headaches and you learn a lot in the process- thanks for your videos man, they're inspiring and I've learned a lot from you! Currently building a Mando helmet myself, all your clone helmets and the mando one really pushed me to get going. All the best and take care of yourself!!

[@MySqueezingArm]

Quality over quantity my dude. We appreciate you.

[@emiliemarcello]

anyone who's actually built one of these things know it takes so long! don't kill yourself over it, we support you

[@N1ghtmareGaming]

Awesome videos quick question what 3D printer do you use?

[@derekbenham4374]

We'll still be here, we appreciate what you do! The last thing any of us want is you to loathe your costume, or even the Mandalorian itself! Take a break and enjoy the season premiere!

[@jakobmokvistsoderlund]

I feel you man. I pressed myself to get my ARC Trooper Season 7 Jesse armor done for halloween, and now I'm so sad, because the helmet I ordered to go along with it haven't showed up because it got delayed/lost in shipping. Well, next year I have an awesome costume done hopefully! :)

[@rayren5235]

It's fine, take your time

[@_KANON_]

Going through something similar right now, I’m making my mando costume out of cardboard and other houshold fabrics for my school school spirit day (tommorow) and Halloween but I feel like it won’t be done in time even I rush everything, things happens so fast that the days you think you have turn into hours but people like inspire me to do my best, best of luck to you and of course, This is the Way.

[@jhafenbreadl]

First Comment! Love channel! I am just finishing my clone trooper phase 2 armor for Halloween! Keep up the great work!

[@calebfitz8417]

Hey bro, if you feel like the product isn’t to your standard don’t worry about putting something out you aren’t proud of! I’m sure we’d all rather see something you are really proud of instead of seeing a costume rushed for a release. The stuff you make is awesome regardless!

[@ravenanimations3176]

I feel like a broken record with all of these comments, but still. Your mental health is a #1 priority. As long as your happy with your content, we will be too.

[@rocylevr5843]

just DONT give yourself a deadline! take as much time as you need to make everything perfect! i hope you learned that ;)

[@earthwormjim2003]

Really dig the channel would love to see a video about your ROTS vader back there one day!

[@tylerprime3547]

I’m having similar issues, earlier today I was removing the masking tape from the fives helmet I’m working on and the decal was not as good as I wanted and the cheeks weren’t as clean as I wanted and I’m going to try and touch it up with a brush and spray paint however it’s starting to get cold out and I don’t know how to fix it. I’d also like to do one more helmet before it gets too cold to use spray paint but that’s beginning to look like it won’t happen

[@willmeadows9004]

I'm struggling just to get the tie fighter pilot helmet to look halfway decent by Saturday. I couldn't imagine doing what you're doing, even without the timeframe

[@rodneypatete]

Take it easy and just breathe...would be interesting to see a Mandalorian Imperial Super Commando helmet and costume build...food for thought...🤔🤔

[@sahandkhavari7070]

You’re awesome!!!

[@hairylemon3701]

its all good mate take the time you need no rush, love your videos OwO

[@katef3501]

take your time!

[@rileycromar1315]

I totally understand honestly I was going to make the deathwatch Mandalorian but didn't know how to sew the flight suit so I started printing a costume of Emile a month ago and haven't even gotten all the parts printed yet :/

[@robeschauzier2621]

What this means to me is that we will get more mando videos, for longer, and the end result will be better. And if this is a better move for your mental health, I can only support it. So even if you feel like this is a step backwards or a fail; This is the way!

[@benhalstead1246]

Even mandalorians need mental health days

[@wyatttrost4933]

As an amateur cosplayer, I can relate. This is the way.

[@nickfoster8336]

Love you man❤️❤️