Topic: Luke Sprywalker's Custom Action Figures Reloaded 12-28 Lt. Feng!

[mr.Jedi1977]

That is outstanding !!! a beautiful custom awesome job!!!

[JediMerc]

I love the details on this one, Spry!  The gold-on-black looks fantastic.  Nice choice on the knee armor you used; I like the throwing stars/gears on the back of the knees. 
The added height creates some 'bulk' that I think suits the version of SE pretty well. 

[r1bb1t]

That steampunk Snake Eyes is just too cool, L.E.! This reminds me of a story....
 Years ago, my refrigerator died. The compressor stopped working, and it was just hot inside. I had a radical idea that I wanted to try. I went to one of your custom threads and printed some of your pictures. 3 to be exact. I placed 2 pix in the freezer, and one in the regular side, and closed the doors. Within minutes, the food and ice in the freezer began to freeze, and I knew I was on to something. I wondered if I could also apply this method to cool my home during the summer months, and perhaps my vehicles.
Needless to say, you have saved me thousands of dollars over the years in energy savings alone.
Again, very cool work, bro.

[darthdaddy]

It was a lot of fun watching these Steam Punk figures come together.  Keep those WIP pics coming to my phone.  I love watching your builds take shape.  Snake Eyes looks magnificent.  Can't wait to see the reactions here at ISY when you unleash the other projects you have coming.  Prepare to be blown away everybody.

[Luke Sprywalker]

Thanks so much for the comments everyone! This project has been like a refresher for me. It has been so good stepping out of my comfort zone and trying something different. I have always loved the steampunk aesthetic but stayed away from trying anything with that look. There have been so many great customs by Sillof, Ratfink, Tankster, Packrat Studios and a few others. These guys really think out their designs. I love talking to Ratfink about customizing. The dude is so passionate about everything he does, everything is well planed and has a purpose. There are also a lot of steampunk customs that I don't like, as they pointlessly kitbash gears and cogs all over the place that don't really work anything. So I am trying to stay away from that. My figures are designed with heavy Victorian influence over the steam influenced re imagining of technology. That will come at some point with other characters. I also think that is something the Cobra side would more eccentric with. When doing research you find simple designs and really eccentric, I am trying to walk the line between the two.


Clint, thanks man! I try to use different types of sealers with my figures. I spray  Dull Cote on the figure and parts, all metal gets Model Masters brush on gloss sealer. Sometimes I use Model Masters brush on dull sealer.

Thanks Shawn! I tell you, I can not wait to see some pics of this diorama. I wish I could be there!

Bubba Fett, that is a great compliment! I love the Joes and actually prefer their bodies/articulation to SW figures.

Thanks so much Mandalore!

Brent, glad you like him! In all honesty, the idea for the throwing stars was born from needing to cover up the face mask you could see. The part for the knee guard is the $Joe Shipwreck's diving mask.  As I said, the main body design is the same as Tankster's version. I used different arms and legs and gave him a more ornate design trying to get closer to the eccentric line I am walking with these. I do agree it may be influenced by Kronen from Hellboy, good eye.

Daniel, so glad you approve! I too can't wait to see some pics from the con!

Why thanks you Mr. Jedi!

Jedi Merc, thanks buddy! You may have read that knee armor is a diving mask! The stars cover up the face plate. I agree and love the added height, good eye.

Barry, I love you man! Your replies are more thought out than my process for this figure. You really make my day when I see a comment for you. The wife is now used to me yelling, I yea, Barry has commented, you want to read this one!?! The whole fam loves the Hoth video with your commentary!

Brian, glad you enjoyed it my friend! I will be keeping you posted, and I am ready for another update now.

[Luke Sprywalker]

Presenting Wild Bill with Steampunk aesthetic.



DSC_0043 by Luke Sprywalker, on Flickr


DSC_0047 by Luke Sprywalker, on Flickr


DSC_0050 by Luke Sprywalker, on Flickr


DSC_0048 by Luke Sprywalker, on Flickr


DSC_0049 by Luke Sprywalker, on Flickr


DSC_0055 by Luke Sprywalker, on Flickr


DSC_0061 by Luke Sprywalker, on Flickr


DSC_0062 by Luke Sprywalker, on Flickr


I hate that I didn't push his telescope down further.


DSC_0063 by Luke Sprywalker, on Flickr


DSC_0065 by Luke Sprywalker, on Flickr


DSC_0068 by Luke Sprywalker, on Flickr


DSC_0072 by Luke Sprywalker, on Flickr


DSC_0076 by Luke Sprywalker, on Flickr

[The Willoughbian]

So awesome! I am loving Wild Bill.

[Jedi Minstrel]

AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  Wish you could actually hear this.

[Tamer]

That is so awesome Spry. On the front page.

I can't wait to see what characters you try next. Or perhaps do this with a few iconic SW Characters?

[Clonehead]

You are a wildman, Spry. I love his gear and, of course, his overall look.

[DaBooma]

That looks DOPE! Although, there's something about the hat that distracts me... maybe something less....50 gallony...maybe 10 gallons?

[r1bb1t]

After seeing this Steampunk Wild Bill (as well as being a fan of your work for years), I know that there isn't anything you can't do.
Brain surgery? Not a problem for L.E.!
Pilot a fighter jet? L.E. can do that in his sleep!
Move a mountain? L.E. can do that before breakfast!
Travel at the speed of light? All too easy for L.E.!
Time travel? L.E. has probably already been there, done that!
Ride a bull for more than 8 seconds? Piece of cake for L.E.!
Fix the national economy? Not even a challenge for L.E.!

Sprywalker Ranch puts out more cool things than an industrial ice factory. Another masterpiece!

[Mungo Baobab]

That is WILD! Great work.

[Luke Sprywalker]

Well thanks again guys! Shawn, there are more coming. I have one completed but I need 2 of this same figure, there is a hint for ya. Then I have 3 more pated out, you know I am dying to work on a female or two. I could see myself trying a few select SW characters in the future, they are so much fun!

DaBomba, I know where you are coming from. I wasn't sold on it at first but this is where I am bringing out the eccentric flair that surrounds this aesthetic. I also don't want it to look to "Western" but have a taste of it. I grew to like it after sculpting the bits on the hat and just went with it. I really appreciate your honest reply my friend.

[mr.Jedi1977]

Wow another awesome figure in the steampunk universe!!! I actually like the hat you have done on bill ... it works . As far as what you got planned i am assuming you have a cobra commander  figure in there ( i hope) lol but i would like to see what you would do with destro as well as a B.A.T.  again excellent job.