Costuming Information

Guidelines and Requirements for the Sith Dynasty

As the Star Wars Universe is ever expanding and the continuity continues to be enriched, there will inevitably be more characters added to our accepted costumes. As of this date, these are the categories and characters we accept within each category. New characters will be accepted and placed within each category on a case-by-case basis.

We accept Sith Lords, Dark Force users, and their minions. [i.e., Canon /Movie Correct Costumes along with E.U. Legends/Artists Costume Depictions]. Also accepted are Custom made costumes falling within those categories, meaning a costume of your own design.

A. Costume Categories Approved For Official Membership Status (Canon Costumes)

  • Sith Lords, Acolytes, Adepts, Assassins, Juggernauts, Warriors, Marauders, Inquisitors, Sorcerers, or any other Dark Force user aspiring to the Sith. [All Eras]. Sith Agents.
  • Scoundrels, Scum, And Villainy: These characters include Snipers, Spies, Imperial Hands, Bounty Hunters, Smugglers, Pirates, and all non-enlisted parties loyal to the Sith, and those who are categorized as shady characters whose lives are less than above board. [All Eras]. Note: Must be canon within the Star Wars universe and backed by evidence of lore.
  • The Elite Guard: Crimson Guard, Shadow Guard, Imperial Knights, and all Elite Sith Associated Guard (including all Sith trooper variants (Sith eternal) from sequel trilogy), falling within this character description. [All Eras].
  • Imperial Military i.e. Officers, Troopers, Pilots, Imperial Snipers, Spec. Ops. All Ground Troopers, Air, and Navy. Most all era Military Characters including those of Sith Eternal (Sequel Trilogy) and Sith Empire (Old Republic Era) are acceptable. [Excluded eras are Prequel trilogy era, Original Trilogy Era (i.e. Galactic Empire), The New Galactic Empire and the Sequel Trilogy era (i.e. First Order with the exception of the Sith Eternal].
  • Dark Jedi Only. [All Eras].
  • Sith Witches and Night Sisters.

B. Costume Categories Approved For Official Membership Status (Non-Canon Costumes)

All non-custom non-canon characters must display some marker and/or clothing display allegiance to the Sith. Parts from other characters (i.e. Mandalorian (no T-Visor helmet and diamond crest chest plate) and/or storm troopers (no helmet) may be used as long as they do not overpower the costume to display such allegiance to the Sith.

If you are building a character of your own design, the general rule of thumb is to keep your costume looking like it belongs in the Star Wars universe. The character you create must be one who could be easily seen as living within Star Wars canon.

  • No visible Zippers, Buttons or Fasteners.
  • Any color is viable for a Sith except Pink, No Pink.
  • There are no material constraints as long as the material fits the Star Wars universe (i.e., leather, cloth, metal, plastics and even foam are allowed).

C. Work In Progress

When Starting out it is important that you post WIP images to the Facebook group of your local temple. Within your posts, you can present the build in progress, allowing the Membership Inquisitor Team and other more seasoned dynasty members to provide input and help guide you.

D. Potential Upgrades On Designated Costumes

Official Club Members that desire to make a major upgrade that will change the appearance of a costume already approved for full membership, must consult with the Membership Inquisitor team before making modifications. The Sith Dynasty does not accept any "mashups' or "Spoof Brigade" (e.g., Dallas Cowboys Sith, Wolverine Sith, Iron Man Sith, Elvis Sith, etc.). We do not accept Grey Jedi.

Depending on certain events/holidays, certain colors can be implemented on costume to commemorate/celebrate certain events (i.e. pink for breast cancer awareness; red, green, and/or gold for Christmas, etc.). Decisions regarding any upcoming Holidays will come directly from the high council at least 45 days in advance.

E. Application And Review Process For Costume Approval

All Sith Dynasty applicants will need to submit the following series of photos for their costume to be reviewed by the proper membership inquisitor team. You may submit your costume images and fill in all required fields at the email address: sithdynastycostumesubmission66@gmail.com

Required Fields: First Name, Last Name, Date Of Birth, Temple Name, Email Address, Character Name, Race /Species, Costume Category, Costume Era.

Costume Photo Order:

  1. Front
  2. Left side
  3. Right side
  4. Back
  5. Photo with mask (if applicable)
  6. Props such as light sabers, blasters, etc. are to be included.
  7. Photo of footwear (zippers must be inward or not visible; buckles must be within universe).
  8. Photo of face (portrait with no mask or makeup). *Kept for internal use only for identity verification.
  9. Action/Pose shot.

Turnaround time for initial costume review can be up to 5-7 business days.

Costume and Personal Integrity

Just as George Lucas and now Disney would expect on any Star Wars set, the Sith Dynasty also expects costume integrity. We have set forth three Golden Rules Of Star Wars Costuming:

  1. Costumes must be built with integrity and look professional.
  2. Costumes must reflect components found within the Star Wars Universe.
  3. Your costume would need to meet with the approval of Mr. Lucas and Disney for a movie quality appearance.

Restrictions

  • You will not be approved for a known Star Wars Universe Name without the appropriate costume for the character (e.g., You may not be known by the title of Darth Vader in your Designation, if you have a custom costume approval).
  • Aliens cannot be portrayed utilizing Halloween grade masks, and if applicable, also must need to have matching hands and feet, and extremities.
  • Any member finding themselves in a circumstance where their costume is in an unacceptable condition, lost, stolen, destroyed, or otherwise not presentable, will be given 1 year to repair or replace the costume. If not repaired within that time, they will be considered an inactive member.

Sith Dynasty Designations & Numbers

Once your costume has been submitted and approved, you will be issued a Sith Dynasty designation number which is eternally yours.

  • Sith Dynasty Regular Member (SD-XXX): Granted upon costume submission approval and comes with all Official Membership rights and privileges.
  • Honorary Members (SDHM-XXX): An individual who has contributed to the richness of the Star Wars Franchise, or gone beyond the call of duty for the Dynasty. Comes with Full privileges. Not appropriate for minors.
  • Honorary Ally (SDHA-XXX): An individual who has earned deep respect from the Dynasty. This designation is appropriate for minors.
  • Sith Dynasty Official Handlers: Individuals who assist primary SD designated members at an event. Full privileges.
  • Sith Dynasty Acolytes (SDAA-XXX): For members under the age of 18 WITH a parental consent form on file. The Dynasty will not allow any child to participate in any troop or approved event without the supervision and consent of their parental/legal guardian.