>>6019372Attempt #2
I think the longer glass looks much better. I ended up finding the perfect sized pvc caps at the hardware store, and spray painted them chrome. (the only color I had laying around the house) I also put a modified 'flame-less candle' in one of the caps so it lights up as well.
The Metroid's rubbery body just barely rubs up against the thick glass holding it in place making it look like its floating.