Rya
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Post by Rya on Jan 26, 2009 22:39:21 GMT -5
I'd just like a list of good 'usually' local stores that might carry all the materials needed to make a short sword and a buckler. I believe I already have some PVC, I'm not positive about ply wood. But I know where to get that stuff, and I found some foam padding at Wal-Mart tonight. I've read some tutorials on how to make the weapons and whatnot, they are kind of... Not newby-friendly, however. =s If you get my drift. Anyway, does anybody know a price range for making 1 short sword and a buckler shield? I don't think I'd need anything else, other than garb before my first battle, would I? Thanks.
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Post by oof on Jan 26, 2009 22:42:30 GMT -5
hmm lets see here, i would say 20-40 bucks depending
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Post by Rya on Jan 26, 2009 22:45:13 GMT -5
Oh, really? That's a little more expensive than I'd hoped, but not as expensive than I had dreaded. XD
Another question was: How important is "cover" for you weaps/shields and what's the point? Is it necessity?
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Post by oof on Jan 26, 2009 22:49:47 GMT -5
it is required yeah and must be made of non abrasive cloth. The money estimate is actually most likely enough to make 2-3 blue weapons, and a shield, it just seems expensive because you are buying all the glue, and tape and such, a sword all told probably has 5 dollars worth of materials in it
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Post by Stubbie on Jan 26, 2009 22:56:43 GMT -5
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Post by ziglerrobertson on Jan 26, 2009 22:57:59 GMT -5
cover can range from black socks and black panty hose to thinkgs specially made for the purpose. I myself use a gray boot sock. Speaking of which, Oof have you seen Tom's cover, I can't find it
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Post by oof on Jan 26, 2009 23:01:45 GMT -5
yeah it's in my car i will get it to you at some point this week
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Rya
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Post by Rya on Jan 26, 2009 23:38:05 GMT -5
Oh okay. I get the cover now... At first I really thought it was just a fancy way to... Fancy it up. lol.
I'll try to say this without coming off as a total jerk but: I really am trying to get just the basic necessities at the cheapest price because I'm not completely sure about this yet. It looks extremely tight but I don't know how devoted I can be and I don't want to "waste" $50 or $60 on something I'll never use again. Xd
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Post by Stubbie on Jan 27, 2009 0:06:28 GMT -5
Absolute bare bones I can think of:
5' sced 40 - white PVC ~1.50 1 roll grey duct tape (any works but better brands DO hold longer) ~2.50 1 roll Double Sided Carpet Tape (again, others work but Duct brand works better / longer) ~7 1 roll blue Ozark Trails camp pad from Wal-Mart. ~6 1 12" x 12" piece of 1/4" plywood (assuming bare minimum buckler size) honestly dunno $$ 1 piece of heavy duty strap material (for buckler - talking car seat belt, leather, etc..) Or can alternatively use rope. $1-$8 (total assumes median of $4) 1 over-head garage door handle (looks like a very large C ) ~3 1 old thermal sock (sword cover)., ~2 for 2, if ya ain't got one. (assuming you can get one)
So total, minus plywood, is $24. If you got some of the materials, it cuts that much outta the total.
But this way you MIGHT get skimpy on foam, if you make something with a lotta blade (over 26" of blade) so you might get a $1.10 section of 1" pipe insulation (for shield edging).
And dunno if anyone has pointed this out yet, but almost universally in Dagorhir, if your new to the scene, SOMEONE will loan you a weapon for a practice / battle, etc.. So you can tell if you like it enough to want to put forth the time / money / effort. Then again you might be like me and if your gonna do it, your gonna do it with YOUR stuff. Which can be commendable, if a bit expensive, lol.
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Rya
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Post by Rya on Jan 27, 2009 0:21:41 GMT -5
Yeah, stubbie, that was what I was afraid of. I didn't want to just show up at a practice and be like "So can I try out with your stuff?" And everyone be like "wtf is dis nub??" XD
I do believe I have the PCV and 'possibly' the ply wood. I know for fact I got the tape, and possibly the glue. I might be able to cut down the cost to like $15 or $16, but I'll have to check with my dad to see what materials he's got, and furthermore if I can use them. XD haha.
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Post by Cathán Neamhnaofa on Jan 27, 2009 7:55:48 GMT -5
stubbie is completely right, if your new and want to try this out we have more than enough weapons. people brings basically their intire armoury which can be kinda large, but its intended for newbs and just switching up styles. so if you wanna wait on making your own stuff that would be totally fine.
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Post by Haldour on Jan 27, 2009 7:58:30 GMT -5
I noticed you have double-sided carpet tape on there for $7. Well I don't know about where you are, but a can of dap is closer to $5 and in my experience works WAY better than double-sided tape. Plus, it'll last through a lot more smithing. If you are looking for a great tutorial on how to make weapons, go here. eryndor.com/gear.phpThe very first link is a step by step flash tutorial on how to make a basic blue sword. Everyone that has ever used it (well...everyone that's ever mentioned it) has said it works perfectly, and I myself made my swords like this for about 2 years.
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Post by Stubbie on Jan 27, 2009 9:47:22 GMT -5
Haldour - Your right. Around here a quart of DAP is a bit cheaper than a roll of DSCT; but if you just want to get a basic set up without extra; the tape has an edge. Shorter smithing time and WAY less mess / fumes.
Then if you decide the sport is for you, then you can pick up a can of DAP and go to town.
Luc: I can feel ya on feeling like a noob to show up and ask but...it really is expected. That's how a lot of the communities recruiting is done! People pass by and see us fighting and stop.
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Post by Haldour on Jan 27, 2009 13:07:31 GMT -5
But...but....the fumes and mess are the best part....
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Post by Cathán Neamhnaofa on Jan 27, 2009 13:58:16 GMT -5
completely agree. me love fumes
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Post by Baethor on Jan 27, 2009 16:21:26 GMT -5
you can come up with the greatest ideas while building weapons....
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Post by Stubbie on Jan 27, 2009 16:30:57 GMT -5
Amen. Taco Bell / White Castle has made many a dollar because of DAP.
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Rya
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Post by Rya on Jan 27, 2009 17:42:29 GMT -5
I know this question is a bit off topic, but I didn't really see the need in creating yet another thread. XD
Anyways. How committed do you have to be to play Dagorhir? Can you be a casual player and still get the same amount of pleasure out of it, or do you really have to throw your heart and soul into it?
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Post by oof on Jan 27, 2009 17:50:57 GMT -5
umm it depends on the person there are those of us who throw alot of time into it, and those who show up 1 maybe 2 times a month and enjoy it. for the most part as far as getting better at fighting you get what you put in. But if you are just out to have a good time it doesn't matter how much you put in. We all understand that real life has to come first, and while we might give you a hard time about not coming around much there is no requirement to enjoy. I would suggest that you try to make events from time to time, but that is because i personally like them alot more than just practices. Oh and one more thing, don't feel bad if we give you a hard time about not being at practice alot, if you are we will just find another reason to give you a hard time
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Post by Rook on Jan 27, 2009 20:12:21 GMT -5
/hijack
anyone know a good tailor? I need some new sword covers and all the tailors I've taken my work suits to suck. I've tried one in Carmel and two in Zionsville...
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Post by Kotaro on Jan 27, 2009 20:35:53 GMT -5
Rook, if I can sew a weapon cover, you can.
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Post by Cathán Neamhnaofa on Jan 27, 2009 22:40:49 GMT -5
i agree with you kotaro bout that and oof i def agree with you. events are by far the coolest thing. just cuz there's so much more thats there than just fighting.
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Post by ziglerrobertson on Jan 27, 2009 23:58:09 GMT -5
hehe.....fumes......(nods head)
Rook I got two words for you buddy. "Boot, socks" lol
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