neophyl

Definately worth it. It was great when they popped up to the Aliens Display, we got some nice group pictures with our marines and them and Kev who built the smartgun was over the moon when Mark posed by it for pictures. They are really friendly, at the end of the day it doesnt matter how many other things theyve been in, if you've really liked their performance in even one film and respect the work they've done on it then thats just as important as them appearing all over the place. An autograph should mean something to YOU, not just for its supposed commercial value or 'worth'. Worth is a personal decision.

Thanks for the compliments on the stargate team and the Colonial Marines, I was part of both groups :) The level and quality of costuming is going up and up and Im certainly glad to see it on the rise as one of those costumed idiots. Just a little bit of background on this weekends costuming from my point of veiw. The Colonial Marines were there as part of the Aliens props Display and as such we were around to answer questions about the display and also to act as security for it as most of those pieces are irreplaceable. Most of the SG team members were also members of the UKG. If youve never seen the full UKG in action then the loss is yours. We also raise alot of money for our choosen charity, Children in Need. Which we couldnt do if we didnt have some very good costumes that the members have spent alot of time and effort putting together. We do what we do for FUN, and if we can bring a smile to anyones face, especially a child then that makes it all worth it. Just because some people are over opinionated and have probably forgotten the meaning of the word fun doesnt make it any less worthwhile. Ive met loads of people and had good times because the costuming gave us something initially to chat about than I ever would if Id just been in normal clothing. Point in case this weekend with the Thunderbirds (awesome Captain Jack you do there Scott Tracy) Phil Ps just as a side bonus being in costume can prove handy in getting photos with the guests. This weekend we got several SGA cast as well as Chris Judge to pose for photos as well as Rico Ross, Jeanette Goldstein, Mark Rolston and Collette Hiller too over at the Aliens Display.

There will be several members of the UKG there but not in any 'official' capacity as it isnt a sanctioned UKG event. I seriously doubt any of the troopers will be there. I know that several including myself will be there in stargate gear at some point on saturday but I'll be also hanging out with the guys at the aliens props display in Colonial marine gear. And yes we will definately be at the NEC in november as usual. In fact the turnout will be quite large as its our tribute to the former UKGarrison commander Graham who sadly died earlier this year.