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Handmade Fantasy Armor and Sword

Handmade Fantasy Armor
The goal was to create fantasy armor that's lightweight and functional. Custom modifications to the pattern were made to accommodate the use of faux leather.

Challenges include:
• Crafting a solution for lightweight chainmail
• Making it modular for use in different environments and temperatures
• Make it break down for travel

A custom satchel was made and created to be functional as well as complement the costume as a whole.
• Over 2,000 rivets were used for stable construction.
• European four-in-one pattern chainmail is constructed from lightweight plastic, each ring formed by hand.
• Economically sources materials include faux fur, faux, leather, and EVA foam for reinforcement.
Cleaver Sword
Constructed from plastic, faux fur, and faux leather.
Modified to break down for easy travel, yet secure when assembled.
Challenge: Wrapping the long handle with the faux leather and achieving a consistent pattern.
Handmade Fantasy Armor and Sword
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Handmade Fantasy Armor and Sword

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