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Post by Lonely Wolf Forge on Oct 15, 2011 23:24:39 GMT
thanks, its gonna be epic when Greybeard casts it in molten bronze badassery  |
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Post by thatguy on Jul 31, 2012 20:39:52 GMT
About how long would you say the tip of the sword is? I would guess at either four or five inches, though I could see the theoretical appeal of making the tip six inches long. That does sort of feel like pushing it to my limited sensibiliteis of swordcraft.
Also what sort of material would you use for the wrapping for the hilt? Just uncolored leather or is there some material similar to gauze that works just as well? That was always something I wondered about for those swords depicted with white wrappings around the hilt.
And finally, if the distal taper is proficient enough (read: requiring so much skill as to drive the price up), is there any reason you could lengthen the blade to give it a full two handed sword presence? I know you can't make it too long, forty inches is most likely going to make it strictly decorative, but could it be taken to say 36 or 38 inches? The Dragon Slayer has always struck me as the large and in charge bad ass of ridiculously huge swords and while 35 inches is impressive, it still falls into the longsword range. As opposed to the 2-handed sword range my nerd sensibilities like to put it in.
That's really all I've got to rant about here. For the moment.
Edit: Could the weight be managed more if the flat middle part of the hexagonal cross were shortened to a 2 inch margin, leaving a half inch margin for the edges? In my head it sounds like less steel and less weight but reality has dashed my reasoning before.
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Post by Vincent Dolan on Aug 1, 2012 3:31:44 GMT
Interesting quests, TG. I'll answer them the best I can, but you'll have to understand that it's been almost a year since I designed that, so my memory's a little spotty about anything that I can't get from the original file. By the way, you'll have to forgive my slow response time; I was asleep. 1) Tip length: The tip, beginning where the blade steps down rapidly, is 3" long. However, I can't give you anything more than that because, at the time I designed this, I was still using a 1/10th scale rather than the 1/16th scale I came up with on my own some time later (which I still use to this day in my designs). 2) Hilt wrap: Here's one I'm going to have to guess at, because, honestly, I don't remember. I think I was going for some kind of gauzy effect, but I can't remember. I do remember that my skills at the time weren't good enough to render it properly. 3) Distal taper: This is a question I can't really answer, unfortunately. Only an actual swordsmith would be able to accurately guess at it. However, for what it's worth, making the blade 36" would be a cakewalk; if you look at Brendan Olszowy's two-handed viking swords at Fable Blades, you can see that two of them have blades just under 36", but are still very viable weapons. 4) Edge margins: Funnily enough, the edges are already at a 1/2" margin in the original file. Now, with those answered, I'd like to point you to a sword I designed rather recently; it's my attempt at a more realistic Dragon Slayer: ![]() i128.photobucket.com/albums/p179/ChishioAme/sword_dragon.png[/url]You can find all the details about it here in my design thread. Also, at the bottom of the page, you can see what I'd call my "personal" Dragon Slayer, called Wyrmfell, which is a bit beefier, but about the same size overall. |
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Post by fredrickhudson on Nov 6, 2023 9:37:35 GMT
Hi there! It sounds like you're really passionate about the Dragon Slayer sword from Berserk, and you have a clear vision for what you'd like in an adapted version. While I can't physically create the sword or draw sketches, I can offer some suggestions and advice on how to approach this project.
First, finding a skilled blacksmith or bladesmith who specializes in custom sword-making would be crucial. They can help you translate the design elements you love into a functional and manageable sword. Make sure to discuss your specific preferences, such as the weight, length, and width, to achieve the desired result.
You mentioned wanting a two-handed Viking sword-like adaptation. Providing the blacksmith with reference images and detailed descriptions of what you're looking for will be very helpful. Additionally, discussing the materials and construction methods will be important for achieving the right balance between aesthetics and functionality.
As for the sketch, you might want to consider reaching out to artists or communities related to anime, manga, or sword-making. Websites like Reddit or forums dedicated to these topics can be good places to connect with artists who might be willing to help. Be sure to be respectful of their time and effort, and consider offering something in return for their work.
Remember to communicate openly with the individuals you collaborate with, and be patient throughout the process. Good luck with your project!
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Post by pellius on Nov 7, 2023 4:19:08 GMT
Welcome to the forum!
Just a quick heads up - this thread is over a decade old.
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