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Post by Deleted on Aug 18, 2009 5:49:20 GMT
Zelda: Ocarina of Time was what brought about my interest in swords, so I see where you're coming from wanting a usable replica. I did for quite some time when I was younger. Right now, though, I'm happy with my single jian. It is a great sword.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 18, 2009 6:00:29 GMT
Ima bit of a nerd
I kinda wanna get the hylian crest as a a tattoo
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Post by genocideseth on Aug 18, 2009 6:22:46 GMT
That's cool! As did I. On the back of my neck. ;D And the triforce on the back of my left hand.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 19, 2009 17:41:42 GMT
Haha, Thanks for the comment Berethorn, yeah I certainly went as functional as I could, I agree it could definitely look more like the original game version but when I started off like this I found I liked it too much to make any changes haha! thanks for the info on Gimp too, I am getting it as we speak, Paint was my first forray into digital image creation, so it feels so easy and quick to hand, so it makes for a good design thrower upper, Haha, I wouldn't mind getting something like it made in the years to come, would look cool with a functional version of the shield too. -Reisz Always happy to point people out to GIMP!  MS Paint was my first foray into computer drawing, but that was 15 years ago (woah...). I don't know if I'd have the patience now. I used Inkscape for the sword I made - it's another completely free program, but for vector drawing (like Adobe Illustrator). This works well for swords as you can change the shape of and move around the separate parts. I suggest you try it out because it is also quite fun to use. Enough about computers! I know there have been Hylian shields made, but I can't say if they're functional or not. The term functional is a bit more ambiguous for shields since you aren't likely to carry it into battle. Though fiberglass isn't exactly historical (hey, maybe that's what the Hylians used?), there's this one: www.trueswords.com/deluxe-hylian-shield-replica-p-2905.html |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 20, 2009 14:27:22 GMT
I was getting ready to reply about Hylian shields and then realized, Berethorn had already addressed it. My cousin wants one of those.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 20, 2009 16:53:52 GMT
well the hylians are capable of strapping a bomb to an arrow and then firing it
and making a grappling hook with some sort of turbo powered winch to lift
a human very quickly on to buildings and the like
then theres the fact that while wearing mega ton boots link is some how still capable of a backflip
Im pretty sure hylian technology is far above out own
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Post by Deleted on Aug 20, 2009 18:15:16 GMT
Bren wouldn't make this sword due to the double fullers, he hates doing fullers cause he feels he never gets them right. Interesting concept though.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 20, 2009 18:52:07 GMT
LOL
Now that you mention it, that is the one running theme I noticed but didn't- none of his blades are fullered. None that I can remember.
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Post by Reisz on Aug 20, 2009 21:31:25 GMT
Hey Thanks Bllodwraith, Yeah you're right I just had another quick browse of fable blades and none are fullered that are on there right now, I imagine that has something to do with his stock removal Method? I can't picture how one would go about creating a wide/deep fuller with stock removal, guess I am blanking out. Still it can't be easy, Maybe I should put up a diamond cross section version, or a beveled version for him.. hmmm hold that thought........ there we go  Man I really like that diamond cross section one, although the beveled looks more like the sword from the source material. -Reisz |
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Post by genocideseth on Aug 20, 2009 23:55:23 GMT
I really like your new designs! Fantastic! The hex section looks nicer, but I bet the diamond is a bit more functional, due to less weight. But fantastic blade design!
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Post by Deleted on Aug 21, 2009 3:03:08 GMT
I actually think I like that new design better that the old - and I agree with Seth about the blade pattern. I almost want to have another go at a vector design, but done like yours, Reisz, if you don't mind. Might get around to it.  |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 21, 2009 4:33:22 GMT
the diamond would also have better thrusting potential I imagine
man I want this sword built
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Post by Reisz on Aug 21, 2009 8:28:28 GMT
Hey thanks for all the kind words guys, Yeah I am really liking this more and more now that the fuller's out, I think if there was enough Distal taper and the blade was thin enough I am sure the Hexagonal x-section could work just fine, Either way It would be cool to see put together, If only I had the skill and the tools! haha,
Berethorn I'd be honored! I had a go with some vector stuff yesterday, That's pretty cool, I like the flexibility, but yeah you are most welcome, see what you can come up with, I'd love to see it.
-Reisz
post script: might do a scabbard later too if the mood strikes me, although I don't believe the current version has many problems with functionality, Haha.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 21, 2009 21:52:21 GMT
Awesome, thanks, I've had some fun with this today. It looks 100 times better than my first version did. I love the blades you designed, and I think I prefer your guard as well, although I can't quite figure out how it would be in 3D. I could actually send you the vector file if you feel like playing around with what I've done already.  |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 22, 2009 2:04:52 GMT
hey this could be the SBG project sword...prob cost a bit, though.
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Post by genocideseth on Aug 22, 2009 3:04:07 GMT
Unless my eyes are deceiving me, it looks like a two handed sword. I would prefer it to be hand and a half, but that's just me.  Anyways, those are really cool designs. Great job man. Maybe I should try my hand at my own interpretation? This is giving me inspiration to do so. (Also, it may give me a design before hand for when I get my custom sword done, later in life. ) |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 22, 2009 3:32:00 GMT
Thanks! Go ahead, make some of your own, it's fun and as you say could be useful someday. I would want hand and a half too...might have to adjust it a bit. |
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Post by genocideseth on Aug 22, 2009 5:42:50 GMT
I was too lazy to make my own. So here is my remake (Shorter handle, bigger pommel, smaller guard) of the original, edited with paint.   Excuse the crap quality. ;D This is merely to give an idea of what I might go for. |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 22, 2009 17:12:50 GMT
with berethorns redesigns I definitely like the diamond way more
and I think that the different guards works because I think the heavier gaurd would work better with the cross style for balance
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Post by Deleted on Aug 22, 2009 17:14:26 GMT
I want enough money to get this made !
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MS Paint was my first foray into computer drawing, but that was 15 years ago (woah...). I don't know if I'd have the patience now.
