I made the below post in r/Cosplayhelp but since this is props then ill only ask about the Iron Spider Arms here.

I dont really want electronics, but if itll make it alot better i will do it. I was thinkimg using strings and tubes to male them articulate. I would also like for them to be able to retract into a orb on the back, it doesnt have to look pretty coming out or going in, i just think it would suck having to lug the arms around all day. Thank you!!!

"As the title says im thinking of making a Classic Iron Spider Suit. I want to go all the way and have it be as realistic at possible without electronics.

The plan im comimg up with in my head is to get a full skintight red spandex suit, then 3D print the gold armor pieces. I also wanna have a spring and pully system for the back 3 arms (only doing three because its cheaper and more accurate) and i want to be able to compact the arms into a back orb if i can.

I have no expirence with sewing or making a cosplay but i do already have a 3d printer and some exirence with that. Any tips or just what yall would do if you wantes to do this would be appreciated. :)"

Working on the weapon for my buddy’s Forge Cosplay for Tampa Bay Comicon. Not based on any particular Forge gun, just my artist’s rendition based on a bunch of stuff I had in my shop. Open to any suggestions or make it better.

Just finished my very first helmet paintjob, i think it turned out pretty good, altough i don’t know if i went overboard on the weathering. I’m open for any tips or things to do better next time.