I took serious paper notes on this video. How people cock up the process is beyond me but eh. I'm going to work on a sword during the winter break that I have from school, it'll be a generic katana. Thanks for doing what you do, and never stop.
I want to thank you for making this tutorial for everyone to use. If it weren't for your efforts, I would have never been able to turn my sketches into reality. Though my technique may be slightly different than your recommendations, it is all still based off of your tutorial and your replies to my questions. So I thank you once more for every tutorial video that you've made to aid people in recreating their dreams and fantasies of the sword.
I think it would have been useful to give a list on what supplies we need, cuz some people might not understand (I had trouble with it myself xD) But dude this guide is AMAZING! Thanks so much for taking all the time to make it :)
Materials: 1- 20lb paper (meh) 65lb paper (recommended) 110lb paper (tough) 2- a lot of Popsicle sticks (big and small if you can find any) 3- white liquid glue 4- hot glue gun (high temp) and glue sticks (ammo) 5- exacto knife & scissors(for plating)[don't cut yourself] 6- a rag 7- binder clips 8- a ruler 12" & yard stick(optional) -- 9- a cutting Board (or cardboard so you don't destroy the table) 10- a large area to work aprox. 4" 11- heavy material to place on paper when its drying 12- somewhere where you can put your 4-5ft sword while its drying 13- good measuring and cutting skills 14- Time & Patience
TheAnonymousArtists To be fair I talked to Returacan a bit and there is such a thing as 80 lb paper, which even Ret himself would highly recommend over 60 lb paper.
Having no idea what you super nerds were talking about, I had to look that up. So, I don't see what you're little Tourette's outburst was in aid of, Fuckwit McGit. Compared to you he IS a bloody genius...
Using this tutorial, and some of the newer ones as a base, I've created Asuna's Lambent Light, and Ryuko Matoi's Scissor Blade within the last month. I thank you for your videos, and hope you continue.
Just for a note: if anyone of you have a high speed jigsaw, scroll saw, or a band saw, you can completely dry the blank and use that instead of manually cutting it with a knife. It saves your knuckles and it's much faster too.
If you follow the steps you won't ruin it listen to what he says I did and I just finished an epic buster sword looks great Took me a week to finish all the details and I'm about to paint it using spray paint and acrylic. I won't leave it just plain white nothing is epic about a paper sword But if your not a good painter and never painted a drawing I would recommend leaving it white
Gamergirl104 Why do you tend to make swords that kill the living fluff out of your arms... I just wanna know. The Buster Sword can break your arms, the Keyblade can break your wrists... Please don't tap into this pain.
Yes, I've craft one of those paper sword by following the instruction. It can cut through cardboard boxes without damaging the blade or breaking it. However, it is possible to "whacking trees/poles or structure" depend on how much reinforce materials toward your paper sword. Example: Paper katana = 3 layers (rough paper) can cut through boxes, triple its layers = harden it or 9 layers it can at least damage a branch of a tree, but the thing is that it can damage the blade.
hello, i rly admire your work, and only few, really appreciate the efforts of your craftsmentship, patience and skill... so i just wanted to say, hey, you really are giving away a legacy, and thanks for showing the one (the blinded) your ways! your channel deserves more, however its a shame, that such a cruel majority of people in the entire world (not considering the ones without internet communications) have the patience, and the eye', to actually accomplish, what you already spoon fed us with... not that i have done your projects myself (rly hope to, when a chance risses to get some equipment..) although i had projects that took even a month to complete (large scale modular origami) anyways thanks for everything you do, and time you spend, to guide us to what we should be capable to create! your an inspiration ;)
it kills me to see so much hours of work from a single human, and so little effort or apriciation to click a button, using 5 seconds of the entire day..
Card-stock is quite thick paper (Assuming you are using the 110lb), you may also find an alternative to coat it with like a thin coat of drydex or any kind of sealant, even Gesso. The Popsicle sticks also help with the non breaking part.
I found a trick for anyone using 24 lb paper or is too impatient for the glue to dry: use glue sticks instead of wet glue. It's good to use in about 2 hours or even immediately. It worked out great for my Dark Repulser (my first sword). I also used thick and hard cardboard straps (from a sketchbook, not from a box) instead of popsicle sticks. It turned out fantastic. Great tutorial! I'll be making the Elucidator and Lambent Light next.
Hey young man I know I wouldn't have the skill to get this project to come out right; nor would I be interested in actually doing it, but I just wanted to say that I enjoyed your video. You are a very intelligent, well-spoken young man who is very patient, skilled, and talented. Good luck in your future endeavors and God bless you!
@@user-qn4rn1gh5h Right? Especially when our parents want us to become doctors, we only have time for studying it was only a joke but I seriously feel burnt out taking all these ap classes
Hi! I am going to be cosplaying as Finn from Adventure Time and I am one of those "If you can, make it cheap" people. He has indents on his sword, and somewhere the edge has chips broken off. Is there any way of me making it out of paper? (I am scared thet the paper will collapse if I cut it.)
This Sword Guide is amazing. I tried doing something much MUCH bigger. (A Traveller's Sword from the new God of War) I can't stress enough, how important it is to plan out the placement of the paper rectangles. I had to make the sword double wide, it's not done yet, but it is almost 6 layers thick and almost 5 feet tall. Big and sturdy enough to actually clobber someone lol.
mine just wont dry. i did pry them apart while still moist though because i was scared that i wasnt meant to stack them. i might be applying too much glue what do you think?
Sam French stacking them will cause them to dry out slower, for me its a good thing as it gives me more time to work with it. but usually after 2 days its good enough...usually...
Out of all my life, I never got the idea of using a skeleton inside like popsicle sticks.... I'm so stupid... For me I would've made it stronger by wrapping an inch of tape around the sword....
Tutorial for the shield if you would be so kind? And if possible, the sheaths for Elucidator and Dark Repulsor, too. I'll be experimenting how to make the sheaths myself too, though. Again, thank you so much for this tutorial! Definitely worth the title of 'Ultimate'.
I found that using a very similar method you can create the shield that heithcliff has with his sword. Same with sheaths for the swords. But since I watched this I have made 1 sword and a sheath. Very nice tutorial
I've found out that you can use the white pva glue (or whatever it is called) to stick the popsicle sticks on if you don't have a hot glue gun, but it takes a while for the glue to dry though, probably overnight would do. I found this through trial and error. Hope this helps those without hot glue guns!
Well that's if you want the full on effect of the gears. I was thinking more a long the lines of just putting the sword and handle together with glue..but that just goes to show how much I know about this stuff. that sssssooooo yeah... xP lol
+Returacan I was wondering if you could do a proper stable sheath/scabbard tutorial that would not break straight away and would hold onto a belt or something, I hope this is possible. I have seen the katana scabbard tutorial but I coudnt read the writing
I would like to know your view on layering it differently. Paper, pop sicle stick, paper, pop sicle stick, cover vs. The way you that use. Personally I think it might make the cover smoother, and easier to glue down. But I want to know what you think.
Could use a tin foil tube and rubber gasket material for a strong handle that you could actually grip. Gasket material in sheets is cheap from auto part stores, it's sold in 6x6 inch squares with 2 or 3 per package, cuts easy with an exacto knife.
Omg thank you so much! I'm doing props for drama club and I was told to make swords. I wanted to make swords based on S.A.O but I just didn't know how too. Cardboard hurt my hand to cut ;-; and we couldn't use wire because it was dangerous. But this just saved my life! Thank you so much!! 😍😍😍
You can use a slightly more complicated way by wrapping solid sheets of paper around it (NEATLY!!!) It's slower, but there is less of a chance of the shell splitting off at the edge. It also cleans up the edge of your sword.
thanks man, just what i need, been making swords for a while but never as firm and sturdy , gana finish this vid little by little, this is so awesome!!
Do you have a Asuna blade tutorial? It is on the picture for this video and I would really love to know how to make her hand guard. And I would also like to know how you make your hand guards for your rapiers.
I just finished the Sunlight Straight Sword from the Dark Souls games. It turned out really great. I only messed up once early on, so restarting wasn't a big deal. I used the 110lb cardstock, but I did 4 layers of the hard paper. It was a pain to cut and shape, but dang, it's sturdy as frick.
Hello! I'm used to do some work with paper like that, but I live in Brazil and I'm not quite sure how do you call the following material, but please google it and you'll know what I mean: •Instead of breaking the tip of the exacto knife, we use a tool we call "ESTILETE", that looks like a heavy-duty box cutter, but has a long segmented/breakable blade •instead of using high grade paper, there is a large sheet of cardboard-like material they use on hard cover books/notebooks ty for your tips too!
Just wondering, could you do a video on painting swords? IIRC you've said that you use spraypaint and I think there was a really old video on it as well, but a video outlining certain types/brands as well as procedure for stuff like masking off certain parts would be really awesome.
if you wanted to paint these you should epoxy them first to make them rigid, fix any imperfections using bondo and filler... then prime and paint with enamel
Weight stands for how heavy the paper is which directly affects how strong each sheet is. 20 pound paper may seem like a good choice because it's cheap, but you'd probably need 7-8 layers just to get anywhere, making you fold TONS of hardened paper just for one project compared to how much he needs. Plus, you are going to be much more prone to air bubbles and other problems.
Is it possible to use a gluestick instead so we don't have to do the 'smoothing' before we glue everything? This is simply in the interest of saving time, but does it work any better/worse? Any reasons it's not an option?
It took me the whole night watching this.. but it's worth it. :) I'll try to post my finish product when I actually do mine for ACEN. :) Thanks. You are awesome
I am sorry to be a pain! But this is the only method I would feel comfortable attempting this in. Can you a list of the exact! Equipment you used in the details! I'm not trying to be annoying but it would just make me feel more comfortable :)
I was wondering what kind of paper did you use? You gave multiple examples of what type of paper you can use but I think I missed whatever part it was where you said which type you are using.
Oh uhh quick question ... What would you recommend for adding color to the swords , to give it more of a realistic look / feel to it . Like spray paint , paint , or I was just thinking about using some sort of tape like metallic , electric or duck tape . I don 't know if the paint will give it more weight & /or weaken it somehow , so I was wondering just to be on the safe side =w=;
why not use a dremel and a cylinder grinder bit to sand down the sides of the craft sticks after gluing to create a bevelled edge on each side of the stick? Wouldn't it reduce or hide the stick from appearing on the top layer of paper? (or at leas giving the surface a smoother look)
I worked on making one of these today but I modified it a bit. Instead of doing the whole thing with the glued paper I just used two layers of cardboard to make the base. Next I did the Popsicle stick thing like in the video. I think I am going to wrap mine in masking tape, paper mâché and then paint it, it just seems a bit easier.
I'm confused, does he harden his paper with glue, or is that only for printer paper? Does he make the entire thing out of hardened printer paper or is it cardstock that is not hardened by him?
Took me like 3 months, but I finally have the experience of making the swords. If u want to make a sword, watch the whole video. It's worth it. For the swords. I made the dark repulsion as my first sword
I love your video. Extremely helpful for a first time using hardened paper. I normally work with foam. I am still a little confused on parts of the sword I am making, which just happens to be the Dark Repulsor. If you wouldn't mind pointing me in the right direction. For when you made the Dark Repulsor, did you use the 2 3/4 x 8 1/2 since your template measures out to be around 2in for the blade itself or did you go with the 5 1/2 x 4 1/4 since part of the Hilt is considerable bigger, or did you use a combination of both? Again, I loved your video. Please keep doing what your doing. -Misa
Hi, I will be studying this video to make Asuna's sword, but just one question before I start making it: What is the durability of the paper sword once it's done?
I do plan to do a simpler sword for my first one using this method. Though would it be possible to make the sword stronger, or at least more durable with paint or some type of acrylic or resin? or is glue our best friend here?
Well the materials is very cheap and also can be an effective weapon that can cut through boxes, but however if you want to make it stronger, try reinforce it with extra paper or more roots (Popsicle sticks)
After so long, I finally decided to make one again, and this time it took me 40 minutes non stop for 25 hardened paper... just need 25 more... Returacan forgot to list *BLOOD SWEAT AND TEARS* in his supply list hahaha
I just experimented with how to stack the paper layers to make the core. Assuming you are using 5 layers, if you were to offset the stack layering by using the 1/3 mark instead of the 1/2, you'd end up with no '2 layer' joints and just '3 layer' and '4 layer' joints, thus increasing rigidity against stresses lengthwise. Then again, the wooden stick are to serve those purposes anyway, so... yeah...
I use a similar process, but I go through a process that merges your process and the process of Epicfantasy together. I also use modpodge with Christmas tissue paper to help seal and coat the entire design except where that isn't a good option.I don't record anything I due, part of the reason I go through the way I due this is because I also try to make them so I can make a mold for casting.
This tutorial is amazing! The only part of the process you haven't address is painting/coloring. I saw in your "Whats in a Can of Spray Paint??" video that you have colored some of your swords and you mention a metal leaf sealer. Do you seal the blade and then paint it or vise versa? Do you use spray paint, air brush, or roller? I started my makings with your x-wing paper airplane, did a few shurikens and kunai, a basic kitana, and am now trying to work on a dragon dagger (like the one the green ranger had in power rangers so many years ago). Any info would be appreciated. And if not, then you're still an awesome dude! Thanks
Found your videos while searching for wooden sword replica tutorials. Just want to say, great videos, will probably be using your method to create my replicas rather than wood. The materials you use are a lot easier for me to obtain, and best of all, doesn't require power tools! Very cool, thanks for the excellent tutorial!
how many hours does it takes until you remove the books or binder or watever you stack on on top the paper. i mean wat if i make in the morning or afternoon or at night. request: why dont you make a cool sword on your own and not copy from an anime or game.
Will spray painting, or any kind of painting in general, cover the gaps and give it a cleaner finish? Or do I have to put some kinda stuff to fix the gaps? :
ah yes. Watching a 2 hour tutorial. And since its corona i kniow what imma work on for the next few days. Damn I wanted to make a quick cool sword. but what holds me back from making a longer period even cooler sword? Probaply my parents but who cares :D
Sealing the sword with fiberglass resin would protect it against virtually any kind of benign wear and tear. It'd take a little extra effort and money, but you'd never have to worry about something like water damage.
I took serious paper notes on this video. How people cock up the process is beyond me but eh. I'm going to work on a sword during the winter break that I have from school, it'll be a generic katana.
Thanks for doing what you do, and never stop.
It's been years since I saw this tutorial and I still love how you make your swords amazing tutorial I hope you never take it down
I want to thank you for making this tutorial for everyone to use.
If it weren't for your efforts, I would have never been able to turn my sketches into reality. Though my technique may be slightly different than your recommendations, it is all still based off of your tutorial and your replies to my questions.
So I thank you once more for every tutorial video that you've made to aid people in recreating their dreams and fantasies of the sword.
jeez, you have so much spare time
something i wish i had
Samuel Cai how is it that you always find me in all of the videos ive commented on
I control the internet ._.
Samuel Cai Can I have a slice of the internet? 0___0
DoctorDan Here, let me give you Google.
*throws Google at his face*
lol
I think it would have been useful to give a list on what supplies we need, cuz some people might not understand (I had trouble with it myself xD) But dude this guide is AMAZING! Thanks so much for taking all the time to make it :)
Materials:
1- 20lb paper (meh)
65lb paper (recommended)
110lb paper (tough)
2- a lot of Popsicle sticks (big and small if you can find any)
3- white liquid glue
4- hot glue gun (high temp) and glue sticks (ammo)
5- exacto knife & scissors(for plating)[don't cut yourself]
6- a rag
7- binder clips
8- a ruler 12" & yard stick(optional)
--
9- a cutting Board (or cardboard so you don't destroy the table)
10- a large area to work aprox. 4"
11- heavy material to place on paper when its drying
12- somewhere where you can put your 4-5ft sword while its drying
13- good measuring and cutting skills
14- Time & Patience
Well that was VERY convenient. Thanks
iCoNiC-Gaming lol a little creepy on the name n thanks for the materials list its was very helpful
TheAnonymousArtists To be fair I talked to Returacan a bit and there is such a thing as 80 lb paper, which even Ret himself would highly recommend over 60 lb paper.
I'll make an edit
You are amazing and full of talent, patience and hard work.
And your work is a joy to see!
Thank you
BUMPA
That sword is from SWORD AT ONLINE!!! AMAZING!! YOU'RE FUCKING AMAZING!!!
Good job genius of FUCKING COURSE HE WAS MAKING A SAO SWORD.
Having no idea what you super nerds were talking about, I had to look that up. So, I don't see what you're little Tourette's outburst was in aid of, Fuckwit McGit. Compared to you he IS a bloody genius...
The Darkest Assassin
Komohiro YEAH NO FUCK
OK. I know what I'm going to be doing in the holidays, making a paper sword!!
How about the Buster Sword?
The amount of dedication that goes on this sword still amazes me 8 years later, Liked.
have you see the newest one?
@@Returacan dude that one looks out of earth!
Using this tutorial, and some of the newer ones as a base, I've created Asuna's Lambent Light, and Ryuko Matoi's Scissor Blade within the last month. I thank you for your videos, and hope you continue.
Just for a note: if anyone of you have a high speed jigsaw, scroll saw, or a band saw, you can completely dry the blank and use that instead of manually cutting it with a knife.
It saves your knuckles and it's much faster too.
Love that computer wallpaper! XD
awwwww yea kiritos here
Oh Daymn
If you follow the steps you won't ruin it listen to what he says I did and I just finished an epic buster sword looks great
Took me a week to finish all the details and I'm about to paint it using spray paint and acrylic. I won't leave it just plain white nothing is epic about a paper sword
But if your not a good painter and never painted a drawing I would recommend leaving it white
Aww that's really great to hear! Was it your first attempt also ?
your photo is awesome i love attack on titan
SSMike31 yes it was I'm planning to make a keyblade next :D
Slenderman Prey thanks I love it too
Gamergirl104 Why do you tend to make swords that kill the living fluff out of your arms... I just wanna know. The Buster Sword can break your arms, the Keyblade can break your wrists... Please don't tap into this pain.
I made a small katana replacing the pva glue for glue stick, it works perfectly and less messy. It was successful. Thanks for your great tutorial! ^3
Yes, I've craft one of those paper sword by following the instruction. It can cut through cardboard boxes without damaging the blade or breaking it. However, it is possible to "whacking trees/poles or structure" depend on how much reinforce materials toward your paper sword.
Example: Paper katana = 3 layers (rough paper) can cut through boxes, triple its layers = harden it or 9 layers it can at least damage a branch of a tree, but the thing is that it can damage the blade.
These are S.A.O sword's right?
Yeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeęeeeeee
Yes u r right
Solomon Ni yep
Lambent Light
elucider
dark repulser
and the liberator
hello, i rly admire your work, and only few, really appreciate the efforts of your craftsmentship, patience and skill... so i just wanted to say, hey, you really are giving away a legacy, and thanks for showing the one (the blinded) your ways! your channel deserves more, however its a shame, that such a cruel majority of people in the entire world (not considering the ones without internet communications) have the patience, and the eye', to actually accomplish, what you already spoon fed us with... not that i have done your projects myself (rly hope to, when a chance risses to get some equipment..) although i had projects that took even a month to complete (large scale modular origami) anyways thanks for everything you do, and time you spend, to guide us to what we should be capable to create! your an inspiration ;)
it kills me to see so much hours of work from a single human, and so little effort or apriciation to click a button, using 5 seconds of the entire day..
How would you paint it? The paper will soak up the paint and lose its structure possibly?
Card-stock is quite thick paper (Assuming you are using the 110lb), you may also find an alternative to coat it with like a thin coat of drydex or any kind of sealant, even Gesso. The Popsicle sticks also help with the non breaking part.
its probably cos you cant paint it and to leave it as it is.
Painting it is not reccomended. It doesnt feel as smooth and takes away the fact that it was made with paper.
just make it with sprite
i used this to make asuna sword for my cosplay before
I found a trick for anyone using 24 lb paper or is too impatient for the glue to dry: use glue sticks instead of wet glue. It's good to use in about 2 hours or even immediately. It worked out great for my Dark Repulser (my first sword). I also used thick and hard cardboard straps (from a sketchbook, not from a box) instead of popsicle sticks. It turned out fantastic. Great tutorial! I'll be making the Elucidator and Lambent Light next.
you will find out real quick why i dont use glue sticks...
Returacan why not??
Hey young man I know I wouldn't have the skill to get this project to come out right; nor would I be interested in actually doing it, but I just wanted to say that I enjoyed your video. You are a very intelligent, well-spoken young man who is very patient, skilled, and talented. Good luck in your future endeavors and God bless you!
Man I wonder how he has so much free time and does this so well and made so mu-
HE'S ASIAN
Kookie the cookie. May i ask how is he being racist?
I love how this comment is 3 years ago yet the replies are from 3 weeks 😂
@@user-qn4rn1gh5h Right? Especially when our parents want us to become doctors, we only have time for studying
it was only a joke but I seriously feel burnt out taking all these ap classes
Bro ur so racist😬
[ X X ] more like stereotyping
Hi! I am going to be cosplaying as Finn from Adventure Time and I am one of those "If you can, make it cheap" people. He has indents on his sword, and somewhere the edge has chips broken off. Is there any way of me making it out of paper? (I am scared thet the paper will collapse if I cut it.)
I like that you are cosplaying like Finn!
thank for the video with it i was able to make my sword thank you
This Sword Guide is amazing. I tried doing something much MUCH bigger. (A Traveller's Sword from the new God of War) I can't stress enough, how important it is to plan out the placement of the paper rectangles. I had to make the sword double wide, it's not done yet, but it is almost 6 layers thick and almost 5 feet tall. Big and sturdy enough to actually clobber someone lol.
almost a decade ago this inspired me to make one. didn't turn out too good but i think i will give it a try again this year. wish me luck
Good Luck!
I only ever made one. It turned out crazy but it was fun to make. I broke it in a week
the state i live in doesnt have a blade limit for open carry, so in theory i can carry my katana, the steel one,,not the paper one, and be ok with it.
what state do you live in
@@diokingdio2169 california
When drying the papers under books, did you dry then one by one? I tried stacking them and it seems their sticking together (duh)
i stack them and yea they do tend to stick together at the edges, no big deal really
mine just wont dry. i did pry them apart while still moist though because i was scared that i wasnt meant to stack them. i might be applying too much glue what do you think?
Sam French stacking them will cause them to dry out slower, for me its a good thing as it gives me more time to work with it. but usually after 2 days its good enough...usually...
13:06 how can u say that so cassuly "eh bout 40 of these" i mean like 40 is a
lot
you can use the wooden supports to construct a "fence" around the perimeter and leave the insides hollow. that would be the easiest way
I love your idea of measuring the size of the SAO instead of kist doing what I did and just make a random size. great idea!
i have printer paper and glue will that work
No
He said no like 5000000 times
Ran out of glue
Out of all my life, I never got the idea of using a skeleton inside like popsicle sticks.... I'm so stupid... For me I would've made it stronger by wrapping an inch of tape around the sword....
I put the aluminum from soup cans into the sword
@@pyrrha7124 I have never thought of that but aluminum is weak have you tried using steel
I would absolutely love to see this done with the Thunder Cats "Sword of Omens". Great work with these. They're so dope.
Tutorial for the shield if you would be so kind? And if possible, the sheaths for Elucidator and Dark Repulsor, too. I'll be experimenting how to make the sheaths myself too, though. Again, thank you so much for this tutorial! Definitely worth the title of 'Ultimate'.
i was just looking for a sword
il give you one
5.9'' x .7'' go to a hardware store instead
Coul you do Asuna's sword, please? c;
Asuna's Rapier FTW!
Just look up "Returacan Update 6.5 for Asuna's Rapier". Just skip to the end. I'm sick of spoon-feeding you guys.
+Yuuichi Productions dude this is his channel. He made the sword and you just added a few tweaks. Don't advertise your videos on his channel
Alexander Nguyen He didn't say I couldn't. Plus I already got his permission to do so. So what's your point?
Yuuichi Productions since when?
I found that using a very similar method you can create the shield that heithcliff has with his sword. Same with sheaths for the swords. But since I watched this I have made 1 sword and a sheath. Very nice tutorial
I've found out that you can use the white pva glue (or whatever it is called) to stick the popsicle sticks on if you don't have a hot glue gun, but it takes a while for the glue to dry though, probably overnight would do. I found this through trial and error. Hope this helps those without hot glue guns!
2019?
Hey Returacan-sama! Can you meke the sword from Attack on Titan?
*make*
OOOOOhh Yes! The AOT maneuver gear! The blade I can get how to make, but I think its more of the handle that has me baffled.
blade is easy, so is the handle...getting the thing eject the blade and still be stable...yea...
Well that's if you want the full on effect of the gears. I was thinking more a long the lines of just putting the sword and handle together with glue..but that just goes to show how much I know about this stuff. that sssssooooo yeah... xP lol
***** wait, the whole 3D manuever gear made out of paper? I don't know about that and it might take Returacan at least a month or so to do that
This inspired me to do something with the 200 pages of cardstock I have lying around. SO excited, just need to buy some glue :P
+Returacan I was wondering if you could do a proper stable sheath/scabbard tutorial that would not break straight away and would hold onto a belt or something, I hope this is possible. I have seen the katana scabbard tutorial but I coudnt read the writing
I would like to know your view on layering it differently. Paper, pop sicle stick, paper, pop sicle stick, cover vs. The way you that use. Personally I think it might make the cover smoother, and easier to glue down. But I want to know what you think.
Oh my gosh, this is amazing! It looks like so much work, but I'm sure it's worth it. I've got to give this a try one day soon.
Tell you what it's worth it and it is fun
@@christiandavies4798 dude he probably made it already it's been 5 years
Could use a tin foil tube and rubber gasket material for a strong handle that you could actually grip. Gasket material in sheets is cheap from auto part stores, it's sold in 6x6 inch squares with 2 or 3 per package, cuts easy with an exacto knife.
Omg thank you so much! I'm doing props for drama club and I was told to make swords. I wanted to make swords based on S.A.O but I just didn't know how too. Cardboard hurt my hand to cut ;-; and we couldn't use wire because it was dangerous. But this just saved my life! Thank you so much!! 😍😍😍
If you are having trouble folding heavy paper I'd recommend using a "folding pen" which is a metal pen that helps with making folds.
You can use a slightly more complicated way by wrapping solid sheets of paper around it (NEATLY!!!)
It's slower, but there is less of a chance of the shell splitting off at the edge. It also cleans up the edge of your sword.
thanks man, just what i need, been making swords for a while but never as firm and sturdy , gana finish this vid little by little, this is so awesome!!
I respect you sir, you have made the Sword Art Online swords of Kirito, Asuna, and Heathcliff ... As a fellow otaku, the respect is overflowing (':
Do you have a Asuna blade tutorial? It is on the picture for this video and I would really love to know how to make her hand guard. And I would also like to know how you make your hand guards for your rapiers.
I just finished the Sunlight Straight Sword from the Dark Souls games. It turned out really great. I only messed up once early on, so restarting wasn't a big deal. I used the 110lb cardstock, but I did 4 layers of the hard paper. It was a pain to cut and shape, but dang, it's sturdy as frick.
Make a future looking sword. THAT WOULD LOOK SO FREAKING COOL.
Thank you.with this tutorial,even it's quite long footage,but it's worth it.i finally can make my own sword
Hello!
I'm used to do some work with paper like that, but I live in Brazil and I'm not quite sure how do you call the following material, but please google it and you'll know what I mean:
•Instead of breaking the tip of the exacto knife, we use a tool we call "ESTILETE", that looks like a heavy-duty box cutter, but has a long segmented/breakable blade
•instead of using high grade paper, there is a large sheet of cardboard-like material they use on hard cover books/notebooks
ty for your tips too!
Just wondering, could you do a video on painting swords? IIRC you've said that you use spraypaint and I think there was a really old video on it as well, but a video outlining certain types/brands as well as procedure for stuff like masking off certain parts would be really awesome.
if you wanted to paint these you should epoxy them first to make them rigid, fix any imperfections using bondo and filler... then prime and paint with enamel
This is the first video of yours I have seen. This is an amazing tutorial. I feel like I have a good basis to try something on my own THANK YOU.
Weight stands for how heavy the paper is which directly affects how strong each sheet is.
20 pound paper may seem like a good choice because it's cheap, but you'd probably need 7-8 layers just to get anywhere, making you fold TONS of hardened paper just for one project compared to how much he needs. Plus, you are going to be much more prone to air bubbles and other problems.
Is it possible to use a gluestick instead so we don't have to do the 'smoothing' before we glue everything? This is simply in the interest of saving time, but does it work any better/worse? Any reasons it's not an option?
It took me the whole night watching this.. but it's worth it. :) I'll try to post my finish product when I actually do mine for ACEN. :) Thanks. You are awesome
this guy is god of crafting swords to me
I am sorry to be a pain! But this is the only method I would feel comfortable attempting this in. Can you a list of the exact! Equipment you used in the details! I'm not trying to be annoying but it would just make me feel more comfortable :)
Well, it is just the materials
I was wondering what kind of paper did you use? You gave multiple examples of what type of paper you can use but I think I missed whatever part it was where you said which type you are using.
Oh uhh quick question ... What would you recommend for adding color to the swords , to give it more of a realistic look / feel to it . Like spray paint , paint , or I was just thinking about using some sort of tape like metallic , electric or duck tape . I don 't know if the paint will give it more weight & /or weaken it somehow , so I was wondering just to be on the safe side =w=;
Man this is still a pretty good video even 11years later
I actually made my Erza Scarlet sword using this tutorial. I have no idea how to show you but I think it turned out pretty good!
Record it from your phone and put it on your channel
why not use a dremel and a cylinder grinder bit to sand down the sides of the craft sticks after gluing to create a bevelled edge on each side of the stick? Wouldn't it reduce or hide the stick from appearing on the top layer of paper? (or at leas giving the surface a smoother look)
LOL I have the same desktop background!!!!! Thank you for the tutorial, i plan on making a sword...... I just dont know which one yet.
I worked on making one of these today but I modified it a bit. Instead of doing the whole thing with the glued paper I just used two layers of cardboard to make the base. Next I did the Popsicle stick thing like in the video. I think I am going to wrap mine in masking tape, paper mâché and then paint it, it just seems a bit easier.
I'm confused, does he harden his paper with glue, or is that only for printer paper? Does he make the entire thing out of hardened printer paper or is it cardstock that is not hardened by him?
Took me like 3 months, but I finally have the experience of making the swords. If u want to make a sword, watch the whole video. It's worth it. For the swords. I made the dark repulsion as my first sword
AMAZING. Truly amazing. your swords are the best on youtube! Thank you so much for taking all the time to make videos, keep on the wonderful work!
loved it :3 cant wait to make it myself. looks cheap enough to larp with. CANT WAIT!
I love your video. Extremely helpful for a first time using hardened paper. I normally work with foam. I am still a little confused on parts of the sword I am making, which just happens to be the Dark Repulsor.
If you wouldn't mind pointing me in the right direction. For when you made the Dark Repulsor, did you use the 2 3/4 x 8 1/2 since your template measures out to be around 2in for the blade itself or did you go with the 5 1/2 x 4 1/4 since part of the Hilt is considerable bigger, or did you use a combination of both?
Again, I loved your video. Please keep doing what your doing.
-Misa
A combination.
Hi, I will be studying this video to make Asuna's sword, but just one question before I start making it: What is the durability of the paper sword once it's done?
still using this as reference. i should start writing out all the directions so i dont get lost on your channel all the time...
I do plan to do a simpler sword for my first one using this method. Though would it be possible to make the sword stronger, or at least more durable with paint or some type of acrylic or resin? or is glue our best friend here?
Dude, this is awesome. The sword and the fact that you have the same computer background as me :)
I know you go over all of the materials in the video, but would you mind listing them in the description?
Well the materials is very cheap and also can be an effective weapon that can cut through boxes, but however if you want to make it stronger, try reinforce it with extra paper or more roots (Popsicle sticks)
i cant relate to Rin as much as i could to Kirito...its that gamer mentality i tell ya
awesome tutorial! will definitely be using it in the near future for cosplays (including mirai kuriyama's sword, 3DMG blades, and kirito's swords)
awesome tutorial, just a quick q, how thick should the base be (cm) ?
Mine turned out pretty well, but I used your tutorial. I can't imagine coming up with all that on your own.
After so long, I finally decided to make one again, and this time it took me 40 minutes non stop for 25 hardened paper... just need 25 more... Returacan forgot to list *BLOOD SWEAT AND TEARS* in his supply list hahaha
Man nice job I made mine out of newspaper so I had 8 pieces to make one 8 1/2 by 2 3/4 it is real sturdy cause used way more paper
I just experimented with how to stack the paper layers to make the core. Assuming you are using 5 layers, if you were to offset the stack layering by using the 1/3 mark instead of the 1/2, you'd end up with no '2 layer' joints and just '3 layer' and '4 layer' joints, thus increasing rigidity against stresses lengthwise. Then again, the wooden stick are to serve those purposes anyway, so... yeah...
Nice. never thought to use pop sickle sticks. I've been using bamboo squewers in bundles ;D I also used very thin cardboard for the surfaces.
If we want to add color to a sword, what do you suggest? What would do its job without ruining the sword shape?
if I were you I'd use spray paint....it doesn't make the sword heavier or budge, and I use it a lot, and it's fantastic!
I use a similar process, but I go through a process that merges your process and the process of Epicfantasy together. I also use modpodge with Christmas tissue paper to help seal and coat the entire design except where that isn't a good option.I don't record anything I due, part of the reason I go through the way I due this is because I also try to make them so I can make a mold for casting.
This tutorial is amazing! The only part of the process you haven't address is painting/coloring. I saw in your "Whats in a Can of Spray Paint??" video that you have colored some of your swords and you mention a metal leaf sealer. Do you seal the blade and then paint it or vise versa? Do you use spray paint, air brush, or roller? I started my makings with your x-wing paper airplane, did a few shurikens and kunai, a basic kitana, and am now trying to work on a dragon dagger (like the one the green ranger had in power rangers so many years ago). Any info would be appreciated. And if not, then you're still an awesome dude! Thanks
Found your videos while searching for wooden sword replica tutorials. Just want to say, great videos, will probably be using your method to create my replicas rather than wood. The materials you use are a lot easier for me to obtain, and best of all, doesn't require power tools! Very cool, thanks for the excellent tutorial!
how many hours does it takes until you remove the books or binder or watever you stack on on top the paper. i mean wat if i make in the morning or afternoon or at night.
request: why dont you make a cool sword on your own and not copy from an anime or game.
Quick question: it's a no-go to use regular glue for the Popsicle sticks instead of hot glue?
hotglue works faster
ok thank you :)
Will spray painting, or any kind of painting in general, cover the gaps and give it a cleaner finish? Or do I have to put some kinda stuff to fix the gaps? :
ah yes. Watching a 2 hour tutorial. And since its corona i kniow what imma work on for the next few days. Damn I wanted to make a quick cool sword. but what holds me back from making a longer period even cooler sword? Probaply my parents but who cares :D
Sealing the sword with fiberglass resin would protect it against virtually any kind of benign wear and tear. It'd take a little extra effort and money, but you'd never have to worry about something like water damage.
This was great, nice work. Thought provoking & inspiring.