if ARAH figs actually looked like this at the store, I might never have been swayed by the 25th figs in the first place. Awesome job, awesome paint, awesome idea, and awesome accessories.

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I was going to say, love the figure, hate the code name. But now that you have explained it, I love BOTH!

Cool concept.

The detailed ribbing of the bandolier on his chest is especially top notch.

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Does he have a radio to contact the people he's protecting? or a mirror?

What is that rich reddish brown you used on his shirt? It looks to be the same you used on your RedMack custom and always makes the figure look steller.

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Outstanding work.

Another ARAH fan here who really enjoys seeing some top notch work- the paintwork esp is fantastic.

The parts choices meshes together extremely well, the addition of the (IMO underused) Airborne helmet really helps to flesh out a real Spec Ops feel

Im afraid tho, I agree with Pluv in regard to your weapon choices.

The Uzi I can understand, but as a spotter, Id like to see some sort of assault rifle, say a modded MJ M14.

I would also say the addition of the spotter scope that MJ sells would make sense and ties in better with his speciality than a set of binoculars

(and now youve made a spotter you have to do a desert-themed sniper to team up with him )

Thanks for all the comments so far guys. I am really glad everyone likes the figure.

The weapon selection is lacking. I totally admit that. My original plan was a Marauder rifle with scope but the problem I had AFTER the figure was complete and I went about gearing him up, I found the on these particular arms I selected, the hands were closed really tight. This narrowed down the weapons I could pick from because I did not want to break a thumb and then have to repaint a new set of arms. So the uzi is a place holder until I find a more suitable rifle that will fit his tight grip with out danger of breakage.

Pluv... I know that the working holster is something that I am kinda known for putting on almost all my customs. I agree that it is a great touch but after doing the mods to the torso I just did not feel like doing it. Call me lazy. I promise the next ARAH custom I post will have one.. just for you.

Kama

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It is the same color. I use Citadel paints. The color is called "Bestial Brown". If you want a bottle and do not have a resource for it, let me know and I'll hook you up. You should be able to get it anywhere that sells RPG miniatures.

Kama

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That is truly a beautiful custom. Paints and parts are perfect and being ARAH is just icing on the cake.

Belated, but still...

I love the modifications to the chest: the pouches are really seamlessly integrated into the body. I've used that Footloose chest a thousand times, and have spent hours looking at it and sanding it, but I still had to stare at him for a few seconds before I recognized the part. Painting the rolled-up sleeve cuffs was a nice touch. The camo is excellent, and it's nice to see that camo pattern get some use (I've never been a big fan of the more recent desert camo scheme, and I prefer the "chocolate chip" version). The most impressive thing about this guy is that you used some fairly common parts, but disguised them very well: everybody has Dusty legs, Bazooka waists, and Footloose chests laying around, but I don't see them when I look at the custom. I'm one of the few people who likes the Freefall head as a part in general, so it's nice to see it getting some use, too.

I like the specialty, too: anything sniper-y or spotter-y is always a plus in my book, and considering the nature of desert warfare, he'd be very useful.

And, it's ARAH.

An all-around cool custom, and one that gets back to the roots of Joe customizing. Nicely done, sir.

Agreed. I actually just looked at an original Footloose torso and noticed how modded and different yours looked! They're worlds apart. And once again, the paint job looks crisp - I wish I had your skills.

How did you paint the hair so that the paint would not chip when removing the helmet? That's a recurring problem I have with my customs.

not much I can say that hasn't already, very sharp, very nice figure. I knew immediatly where you where comin' from with the codename. He reminds me alot of Mal from Firefly.

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That's an awesome custom.

I like it.

Flawless victory............

Tim 121RVC