In Part II of my Bandai 1/12 C-3PO & R2-D2 build series, I’m focusing specifically on lighting up R2-D2’s head. This episode is all about getting illumination where it counts so the dome details read the way they should once the kit is buttoned up. If you’re following along with the build, this is the step that really starts bringing R2 to life—nothing crazy, just practical lighting work aimed at a clean, finished look. I walk through how I approach the head lighting portion of the build, what I’m trying to achieve visually, and the general process of getting the lights in place so they sit correctly inside the parts. The big takeaway is that planning your lighting early makes the final assembly a lot smoother, and it helps avoid headaches later when everything is closed up. If you’re doing your own R2 lighting (or any sci‑fi droid build), this is the kind of step-by-step progress that makes the difference between “lit” and “looks right.”