Wrapshot has another killer shield up:
Really amazing. And the detail carries through to the back of the shield, which not only doesn’t have karate belts or nylon, but doesn’t look like a boffer weapon at all, but a shield fit for a Duke.
How to make Hilt Guards-Two Basic Guides Posted!
A basic guard can turn a good sword into a masterpiece. There are two (similar) methods we use to make guards. You can embellish the basic process to create tsubas, crossguards, or even a basket hilt (with the Stack Method). Both methods are durable and easy to construct. The Box Sandwich method is slightly less reliable (less foam contact with the core) and can only be used with 1/2″ fiberglass.
Mintifresh shout
A kindly whiskey besotted Seattleite has linked to us, proud of his first day garb (it was good) and first day RP (it was great). Thanks, you nerds at Mintifresh. See you soon!