Are you ready to join the ranks of the 501st Legion? It’s easy to get started simply fill out our Membership Inquiry Form and check out the requirements on our main website. There, you’ll find links to specific detachment websites, where you can explore our Costume Reference Library and learn more about what we do.
Don’t worry we’ll keep you in the loop every step of the way. You’ll receive updates throughout the approval process so you can stay informed about the status of your application.
For current members, the process of getting a new costume approved is a breeze. Our Garrison Membership Liaison (GML) team is here to guide you through the process and ensure that your costume meets our exacting standards. Once your costume is ready, the GML team will vote for approval.
Detailed Approval Process
Communicate intent of new membership or new costume registry to a Garrison Membership Liaison (GML) via the new member contact form or email the GML team. The role of the GML is to guide new applicants through the costume approval process and to make sure that a costume passes 501st Legion standards prior to final approval by the entire Garrison Membership Liaison (GML) team.
Once initial contact with the GML team is made, feedback and/or next steps will be communicated by the GMLs to prospective new member/new costume registrant by email.
If all new membership or new costume qualifications are met, the GML will then vote for final approval.
- If final approval is not met, the GML communicates feedback and/or next steps to the prospective new member/new costume registrant by email
- If final approval is met, the GMLs will contact the CO, XO, and prospective member/new costume registrant by email.
Timeline Expectations
The expected wait time for first contact by GA by email is no more than two days. This communication from the GA to the applicant will include a greeting, and may include initial feedback on applicant’s submission for issues such as:
- No photos, or not enough photos
- Photos with poor or distorted lighting
- Photos not showing complete costume for front/back/side/pose
Need more info?
You may contact the GML team through any of these channels:
- Social Media (including Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter chats)
- Emails, Phone Calls, or Text Messages
- Legion or Garrison Forums
- Face-to-Face Meetings
