First posted 2001-04-16 17:00:45 EDT

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Spies checked in with us and gave pretty good descriptions of what a clonetrooper looks like in Episode II. With their guidance, we created this image. While not exactly the same, it is very close to what the clonetrooper actually looks like.

The body of the clone trooper is essentially the same as the original stormtrooper. For the mock-up image, we just manipulated an old stormtrooper photo. There are a few minor changes to the pads and the body suit underneath which seems to be more textured. Clonetroopers carry large rifles, too. The biggest divergence comes with the helmet. There's a Boba Fett type T visor that merges with a stormtrooper "mouth". Then, at the top, is a smaller version of the Rocketeer fin. The final result is a warrior that seems to be a beautiful combination of the classic trilogy and the prequels.

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UPDATE 1
2001-04-17 08:25:45 EDT
We've received some stunning fan art based on our original sketch. Here's a rendering from IG-88-nacio and a painting from Mimbanite that are both quite stunning.

UPDATE 2
2001-04-18 09:20:45 EDT

SPOILERS! Click picture for new clear rendering

Amongst all of the fan art, drawings and renderings we've been getting lately, I (Josh) wanted to contribute my design as well. Also check out the thread listed above for many other attempts and some sharp looking work.