I've been wanting one for years. I'm a normal guy (well, whatever normal is) that is not going to spend the $2000 on store bought ones. I figured I'm pretty handy, so here it is. I bought a military backpack frame. Cut some PVC pipe I had laying around. Used a cheap ebay desk camera mount, and ended up with this. I attached the tripod using an existing screw at the bottom.



I used aluminum flat stock and small hinges for control rods. Wood screws attached the rods to the bike helmet. Same at the wooden base. Manneqine head with LED's off of ebay is perfect for the mask to fit over. LED's are blue, which makes the eyes look evil.


The pipe strapping was changed after photo because it was way too weak. It's just under 8' tall, so I can walk inside of a building.



Arms attach at the highest point of the rectangular frame. The gown has a semi-transparent front on it. I had a little trouble after dark, but had my wife guide me. End result after arms, mask, gloves, and gown was this.



I need a better helmet for this year, and need shoulders. Overall- very happy with $115 total.