tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5909738438655264992024-03-22T05:35:53.757+08:00Movie Sword Awesome ReplicaAwesome movie sword replica including anime sword, samurai sword, japanese sword, medieval sword, katana sword, ninja sword.Yondaimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06715578132916774577noreply@blogger.comBlogger49125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-590973843865526499.post-40210391271306885622010-10-12T12:55:00.002+08:002010-10-12T12:55:24.035+08:00Sosuke Aizen Zanpakuto Kyoka Suigetsu Sword Replica<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://t1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:G-OVKTeZ6WFRMM:http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y50/hisa_surf_rider/blog/598318a9.jpg&t=1" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="Sosuke Aizen Zanpakuto Kyoka Suigetsu Sword Replica" border="0" src="http://t1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:G-OVKTeZ6WFRMM:http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y50/hisa_surf_rider/blog/598318a9.jpg&t=1" /></a></div>Sosuke Aizen was the captain of the 5th Division at the start of the series. He defected from the Soul Reapers at the conclusion of the Soul Society arc, fleeing to Hueco Mundo. In the past he was the lieutenant of the 5th Division under Captain Shinji Hirako, whom he replaced sometime after converting Shinji into a Vizard.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img1.ak.crunchyroll.com/i/spire3/00cb78e50159ab2330f28743ba4a7ba51282920061_full.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="Sosuke Aizen Zanpakuto Kyoka Suigetsu Sword Replica" border="0" height="181" src="http://img1.ak.crunchyroll.com/i/spire3/00cb78e50159ab2330f28743ba4a7ba51282920061_full.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>Aizen's zanpakuto is Kyoka Suigetsu (literally "mirror flower water moon"). Suigetsu is activated with the command "shatter" (kudakero). Kyoka Suigetsu's Shikai ability is Kanzen Saimin (Complete Hypnosis). It controls the five senses to the point that it can make the target misinterpret another person's form, shape, mass, feel and smell to be that of the enemy. The initiation condition for the hypnosis is to show the enemy the release of Kyoka Suigetsu. After seeing it just once, that person will completely succumb to the hypnosis. After that, every time it is released, that person will fall under the thrall of the hypnosis. The hypnosis is apparently long-lasting, seeing as the Vizards are still affected by Kyoka Suigetsu even though they were hypnotized at least 110 years ago. Since the spell only works upon seeing the ritual, those who did not see it are consequently immune to the hypnosis.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://images3.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20100721061616/bleach/en/images/4/43/Kyoka_Suigetsu1x.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="Sosuke Aizen Zanpakuto Kyoka Suigetsu Sword Replica" border="0" src="http://images3.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20100721061616/bleach/en/images/4/43/Kyoka_Suigetsu1x.gif" /></a></div>When Aizen turns off the hypnosis by force of will, the image shown melts away/shatters. Kyoka Suigetsu's Kanzen Saimin technique is absolutely flawless, even if the target is aware that they are under the hypnosis, they cannot resist its influence. Kyoka Suigetsu's hypnotic abilities make it a highly useful tool in combat, as Aizen can quickly create simple or complex illusions to deceive opponents. For example, by creating a decoy of himself, or other illusions to distract his opponents, Aizen can hide his own movements and attack with impunity. His opponent, meanwhile, will remain focused on the illusion until it's too late to react.<br />
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While the illusions Kyoka Suigetsu creates are quite powerful, those with considerable power and skill themselves may be able to note slight differences in the illusions compared to the real thing, even if they are not able to determine what, precisely, is different. As discovered through decades of observation by Gin Ichimaru, the only way to stop the hypnosis before it is invoked is by touching Kyoka Suigetsu itself.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00264PG0M?ie=UTF8&tag=ae02e-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00264PG0M" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="Sosuke Aizen Zanpakuto Kyoka Suigetsu Sword Replica" border="0" src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51oQ39lPS7L._SL500_AA300_.jpg" /></a></div>The <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00264PG0M?ie=UTF8&tag=ae02e-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00264PG0M" target="_blank">Sosuke Aizen Zanpakuto Kyoka Suigetsu Sword Replica</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=ae02e-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00264PG0M" style="border: medium none ! important; margin: 0px ! important;" width="1" /> features a 440 stainless steel constructed blade 27" in length, 40" Full Length Katana and wooden scabbard (Saya). The blade itself is slightly sharpened, so beware. The handle of the katana is wrapped with dark green color nylon cords, made with imitation ray skin material. The guard (tsuba) is a hexagon shape, similar to that in the anime. Overall a great gift and low-cost entry for Bleach fans and anime weapon collectors.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://allanimedvd.com/bleachitems.htm?referrer_id=299" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="Sosuke Aizen costume cosplay" border="0" height="266" src="http://allanimedvd.com/images/shop/bleach/aizensousuke_costume2bg.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>If you're looking for Bleach costume, check out the site at <a href="http://allanimedvd.com/bleachitems.htm?referrer_id=299" target="_blank">AllAnimeDVD.com</a>. They have several selections of Shinigami, Espada, Quincy and other Bleach costumes. Perfect for Halloween, birthdays, cosplay events and themed parties. Just take your pick.Yondaimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06715578132916774577noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-590973843865526499.post-81051589315940844402010-10-12T12:54:00.005+08:002010-10-12T12:54:56.398+08:00Izuru Kira Zanpakuto Wabisuke Sword Replica<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img2.ak.crunchyroll.com/i/spire4/b8a7cf6c76aeffd90414d299f00162211244719295_full.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="Izuru Kira Zanpakuto Wabisuke Sword Replica" border="0" height="320" src="http://img2.ak.crunchyroll.com/i/spire4/b8a7cf6c76aeffd90414d299f00162211244719295_full.jpg" width="231" /></a></div>Izuru Kira is the lieutenant of the 3rd Division in Gotei 13. He was formerly a member of the 5th Division and 4th Division. Kira is a friend of Momo Hinamori and Renji Abarai from their days in the Soul Reaper academy. Though loyal to his friends, he often places his duties as a lieutenant above them. He defends his captain, Gin Ichimaru, from a grief-stricken Hinamori, and later calls himself a "monster" for raising his sword against her. Kira subsequently comes to regret helping Gin to defect from Soul Society, and develops more of a depressed and pessimistic demeanor.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://allanimedvd.com/bleachitems.htm?referrer_id=299" target="_blank" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="Izuru Kira soul reaper costume cosplay" border="0" height="320" src="http://allanimedvd.com/images/shop/bleach/cosplaycos6.jpg" width="240" /></a></div>If you're looking for Bleach costume, check out the site at <a href="http://allanimedvd.com/bleachitems.htm?referrer_id=299" target="_blank">AllAnimeDVD.com</a>. They have several selections of Shinigami, Espada, Quincy and other Bleach costumes. Perfect for Halloween, birthdays, cosplay events and themed parties. Just take your pick. Yondaimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06715578132916774577noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-590973843865526499.post-84243967843615748892010-10-12T12:54:00.002+08:002010-10-12T12:54:24.270+08:00Kuchiki Rukia Zanpakuto Sode no Shirayuki Sword Replica<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://t2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSKvwMlJoexLtcplgp2vrYf7E_Sxu2jmH4m2BwSp8SxU3QgTK0&t=1&usg=__KxsG4Us6kIm-Tr_vIdGx2G9CqZo=" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="Kuchiki Rukia Zanpakuto Sode no Shirayuki Sword Replica" border="0" src="http://t2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSKvwMlJoexLtcplgp2vrYf7E_Sxu2jmH4m2BwSp8SxU3QgTK0&t=1&usg=__KxsG4Us6kIm-Tr_vIdGx2G9CqZo=" /></a></div>Bleach was first conceived from Tite Kubo's desire to draw a shinigami in a kimono, which formed the basis for the design of the Soul Reapers. Due to this, Rukia was one of the first characters of the series to be created. Kubo originally thought of all Soul Reapers should use guns while only Rukia used a scythe. However, this was later changed as he created the Soul Reaper kimono. Kubo also mentioned that Rukia did not seem like a lead character, so he created Ichigo Kurosaki to be the series protagonist. Ichigo's initial design had black hair like Rukia, Kubo had to modify Ichigo's appearance to contrast with hers, giving Ichigo his orange hair and trademark scowl.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img1.ak.crunchyroll.com/i/spire3/d768e88bfe9f856ff9dae22489d469631244803323_full.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kuchiki Rukia Zanpakuto Sode no Shirayuki Sword Replica" border="0" height="240" src="http://img1.ak.crunchyroll.com/i/spire3/d768e88bfe9f856ff9dae22489d469631244803323_full.png" width="320" /></a></div>As for her name, Kubo stated that since Rukia looked like a shinigami, he wanted her name to sound like one. When deciding upon her family name he considered using "Kuchiru" (literally "to rot") because it sounded like a name a shinigami would have, and then decided to use "Kuchiki" (literally "rotten wood"). He adds that he once heard something that sounded like "Kuchiki Rukia" on Japanese TV, and liked it enough to use it as a name. Her first name was conceived as a result of Kubo hearing the Latin name for cosmos on TV, and later decided that the name really suited her since the Latin word means "light" and Kubo sees her as "a ray of light" for Ichigo.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/1/11/FirstDanceTsukishiro.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kuchiki Rukia Zanpakuto Sode no Shirayuki Sword Replica" border="0" height="179" src="http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/1/11/FirstDanceTsukishiro.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>Rukia's zanpakuto, Sode no Shirayuki (literally "Sleeved White Snow"), is released with the command "dance". In its released state the blade becomes completely white and a ribbon forms from the pommel, earning it the recognition as the most beautiful zanpakuto in Soul Society. During the anime's 13th season, Sode no Shirayuki manifests in a yukionna-like form, voiced by Mie Sonozaki.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://images2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20090518165461/bleach/en/images/archive/0/0b/20091226052939%21Tsugi_no_mai,_Hakuren.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="Kuchiki Rukia Zanpakuto Sode no Shirayuki Sword Replica" border="0" src="http://images2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20090518165461/bleach/en/images/archive/0/0b/20091226052939%21Tsugi_no_mai,_Hakuren.gif" /></a></div>Sode no Shirayuki utilizes ice to attack, each of its abilities being labeled as "dances" by Rukia. "First Dance, White Moon" (some no mai, tsukishiro) denotes a circular area around Rukia's target and freezes everything within the circle from the ground upwards until it reaches the sky. "The Next Dance, White Ripple" (tsugi no mai, hakuren) fires a massive wave of ice from Sode no Shirayuki's blade. "Third Dance, White Sword" (san no mai, shirafune), her third ability reserved only when her blade is broken, reforges her zanpakuto with ice particles, piercing through any object in its path and freezing anything in the vicinity. A fourth ability was used in the anime only, "White Tree" (Juhaku), in which she stabs the ground and creates a trail of ice in the direction of her intended target. The ice then freezes the target from the base up until they are completely frozen.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001JQGBUM?ie=UTF8&tag=ae02e-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001JQGBUM" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="Kuchiki Rukia Zanpakuto Sode no Shirayuki Sword Replica" border="0" src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51CU0x-y1KL._SL500_AA300_.jpg" /></a></div>The <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001JQGBUM?ie=UTF8&tag=ae02e-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001JQGBUM" target="_blank">Kuchiki Rukia Zanpakuto Sode no Shirayuki Sword Replica</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=ae02e-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B001JQGBUM" style="border: medium none ! important; margin: 0px ! important;" width="1" /> is exquisitely crafted to be an exact duplicate of the zanpakuto wielded in the anime. The sword replica has a white carved and wrapped handle, pure white plastic tsuba and highly polished blade. The zanpakuto piece includes a solid white scabbard and ribbon chain from the hilt.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://allanimedvd.com/bleachitems.htm?referrer_id=299" target="_blank" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kuchiki Rukia soul reaper costume cosplay" border="0" height="320" src="http://allanimedvd.com/images/shop/bleach/others/bleach_shirayukicosb.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>If you're looking for Bleach costume, check out the site at <a href="http://allanimedvd.com/bleachitems.htm?referrer_id=299" target="_blank">AllAnimeDVD.com</a>. They have several selections of Shinigami, Espada, Quincy and other Bleach costumes. Perfect for Halloween, birthdays, cosplay events and themed parties. Just take your pick. Yondaimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06715578132916774577noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-590973843865526499.post-6050844932166092452010-09-24T23:01:00.001+08:002010-10-03T19:17:39.916+08:00Gin Ichimaru Shinso Zanpakuto Sword Replica<div style="font-family: verdana; text-align: justify;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwsGmjTnkeoftGGJwBEcdb4LVvjOpzA9qqOsHOtmL6wk7pD1DME-3w2CG6AyvFiN6T4Xj-Uufs_sslcs4qaqe9Lbd-N9QwkCGaoxqiieXSw1bxCPofK1QowJg9LR2iCkOB2-5t5mCQ0fw/s1600-h/Gin-Ichimaru-Shinso-Zanpakuto-Bleach-Sword-pose.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" target="_blank"><img alt="anime sword, asian sword, bleach captain, bleach sword, gin ichimaru, gin sword, ichimaru sword, shinso zanpakuto, zanpakuto" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5278185625766203714" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwsGmjTnkeoftGGJwBEcdb4LVvjOpzA9qqOsHOtmL6wk7pD1DME-3w2CG6AyvFiN6T4Xj-Uufs_sslcs4qaqe9Lbd-N9QwkCGaoxqiieXSw1bxCPofK1QowJg9LR2iCkOB2-5t5mCQ0fw/s400/Gin-Ichimaru-Shinso-Zanpakuto-Bleach-Sword-pose.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; display: block; height: 275px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 367px;" /></a>Gin Ichimaru is the captain of the 3rd Division in Gotei 13 before he betrayed Soul Society and joined Sosuke Aizen's Arrancar army as a commander. During his stay as captain in Soul Society, he had a loyal lieutenant Izuru Kira. Gin's story started from the day he saved Rangiku Matsumoto from starvation when they were still children, and this resulted in the two being good friends ever since. Rangiku is the only person Gin seems to truly care about, although he tends to disappear often, as Rangiku puts it. He also very secretive about his movements and never shares much with her. Gin was considered a child prodigy when he graduated from the academy within one year. He was then assigned to a seated position in the 5th Division. There Gin killed the 3rd seat of the division with ease, which made Aizen truly interested in him. When Aizen was made Captain of the 5th Division, Gin was promoted to lieutenant rank.<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjf9W3tIHyDybdka3ZhHU1Wc4pCYt5JODUH0C5-cgcZFtomhXIVFFMKmWDpJgdAJsgYaWO3tCi1Sdrbrg4RpQx3ApM-wkJnpWW19xtNqiSN51_ljY3UWeDJgg8FRXkwGxpjodCgZWaYqpg/s1600-h/Gin-Ichimaru-Shinso-Zanpakuto-Bleach-Sword.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" target="_blank"><img alt="anime sword, asian sword, bleach captain, bleach sword, gin ichimaru, gin sword, ichimaru sword, shinso zanpakuto, zanpakuto" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5278184818069956402" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjf9W3tIHyDybdka3ZhHU1Wc4pCYt5JODUH0C5-cgcZFtomhXIVFFMKmWDpJgdAJsgYaWO3tCi1Sdrbrg4RpQx3ApM-wkJnpWW19xtNqiSN51_ljY3UWeDJgg8FRXkwGxpjodCgZWaYqpg/s400/Gin-Ichimaru-Shinso-Zanpakuto-Bleach-Sword.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; display: block; height: 150px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 400px;" /></a>Gin Ichimaru's zanpakuto is Shinso which literally translates to 'Divine Spear'. Shinso takes the form of a wakizashi (Japanese short sword) when sealed. The guard looks very similar to an 'S'. Shinso is released into shikai mode by the phrase ikorose or 'shoot to kill' (how cool is that?). In shikai form, Shinso's blade glows bright-white and extends at high speed to impale an enemy. This was first shown in the confrontation with Kurosaki Ichigo who tried to break-in to Soul Society. In addition to making it a deadly long-range weapon, Shinso's extending blade also carries tremendous force without affecting Gin, making it useful to dislodge heavy objects. Gin pushed both Ichigo and the giant Jidanbo out from under the Seireitei gate, despite the latter being firmly braced under it. Once extended, Gin can maintain the blade's length and swing Shinso in wide arcs, attacking multiple targets quickly and simultaneously.<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSZHn8gcw4lnFpEylbyStiDHHzQ8i3CWyx3uK6qCCq0XcBjZSNyf3ik7BDYMzfZ3N301Pwcy7Qxqbh0By-G561mTMBlBFeFMkC-iBH5LEC7vfs6hzxNp2__Js3O73UvO2Eu-B8cfVhiOw/s1600-h/Gin-Ichimaru-fight-Kurosaki-Ichigo-Seireitei-gate.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" target="_blank"><img alt="anime sword, asian sword, bleach captain, bleach sword, gin ichimaru, gin sword, ichimaru sword, shinso zanpakuto, zanpakuto" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5278184687840499954" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSZHn8gcw4lnFpEylbyStiDHHzQ8i3CWyx3uK6qCCq0XcBjZSNyf3ik7BDYMzfZ3N301Pwcy7Qxqbh0By-G561mTMBlBFeFMkC-iBH5LEC7vfs6hzxNp2__Js3O73UvO2Eu-B8cfVhiOw/s400/Gin-Ichimaru-fight-Kurosaki-Ichigo-Seireitei-gate.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; display: block; height: 267px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 356px;" /></a>While it hasn't been seen in the actual series, various Bleach console games have depicted Shinso as having additional abilities. In Bleach: The Blade of Fate, Bleach: Dark Souls, and Bleach: Shattered Blade, Gin fires Shinso into the sky and swords similar to Shinso's unreleased state rain all around him. In Bleach: Blade Battlers, Gin shoots Shinso into the ground and the blade hits the opponent from underneath, whereas in Bleach: Heat the Soul 5, a wave of blades instead shoots up from the ground to hit the opponent. Gin's bankai ability has not been revealed yet but I wouldn't be surprised if it's a huge long sword that can extend sideways too. Just my imagination.<br />
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<a href="http://tinyurl.com/gin-ichimaru-shinso-247swords" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" target="_blank"><img alt="anime sword, asian sword, bleach captain, bleach sword, gin ichimaru, gin sword, ichimaru sword, shinso zanpakuto, zanpakuto, 247swords" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5278184529133210114" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgh5RaC7mYPXL2IetQPZu9xvGQqCZYX9pfTB1EWE2NJHBB0hS7VxAx-70FTcxeNRKHeagxrTEoD42JnYrs0wGYFs6gKX-bJtXNpZ3R9lIONHNhJkncmL3COOQrIHNilQBZ1Pvaqvfi7ux0/s400/Gin-Ichimaru-Shinso-Zanpakuto-Bleach-Sword-Replica-247swords.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; display: block; height: 280px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 280px;" /></a>The <a href="http://tinyurl.com/gin-ichimaru-shinso-247swords" target="_blank">Gin Ichimaru Shinso Zanpakuto Sword replica from 247Swords</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=ae02e-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B001H5S8PG" style="border: medium none ! important; margin: 0px ! important;" width="1" /> have an overall length of 38", blade length 27" and handle length 11". The scabbard that comes with the sword is made of wood with a high-gloss black liquid finish. At the scabbard, a black cotton sage-o (hanging cord) is tied around a wooden Kurigata (loop for the cord). The Koi-guchi (open-end scabbard mouth) is black bull horn to match the sword's color. The blade is made of 440 stainless steel and comes factory sharpened. What's different with this replica is (I'm sure you guessed it too) - the length, it's more of a Japanese katana than a wakizashi. Maybe the manufacturer wanted to make it more worthwhile for their customers, give it the extra mile or inches so to speak. But the other thing is the hilt is wrapped in black rather than blue as in the anime. Most probably this sword was designed based on the black and white manga.<br />
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<a href="http://tinyurl.com/gin-shinso-totalactionanime" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" target="_blank"><img alt="anime sword, asian sword, bleach captain, bleach sword, gin ichimaru, gin sword, ichimaru sword, shinso zanpakuto, zanpakuto, TotalActionAnime" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5278184444103682082" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiePa_84XVdzX0HmVJZhHg4xaf97BzbpdjdeSuRvxYK8sxGhCaouV9mCkV6FJB3RcjW-6nJKVa4vCH-Pq-V40qwRqRVZ7JQEv1HkuoJd70UVdU2HuKBIr-RIAy-gnZHUo3QVE-0f4AzpxI/s400/Gin-Ichimaru-Shinso-Zanpakuto-Bleach-Sword-Replica-TotalActionAnime.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; display: block; height: 280px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 280px;" /></a>There is another version of <a href="http://tinyurl.com/gin-shinso-totalactionanime" target="_blank">Gin Ichimaru Shinso Zanpakuto Sword replica from TotalActionAnime.</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=ae02e-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B001N1RCDS" style="border: medium none ! important; margin: 0px ! important;" width="1" /> It is a bit longer with overall length at 40" and blade length 27". The blade's edge is not that sharp and is made of polished stainless steel. The handle is wrapped in black leather (again) and the sword replica comes with a high-gloss black scabbard.<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://allanimedvd.com/bleachitems.htm?referrer_id=299" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" height="294" src="http://allanimedvd.com/images/shop/bleach/accessory/gin_costumeb.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>If you're looking for Bleach costume, check out the site at <a href="http://allanimedvd.com/bleachitems.htm?referrer_id=299" target="_blank">AllAnimeDVD.com</a>. They have several selections of Shinigami, Espada, Quincy and other Bleach costumes. Perfect for Halloween, birthdays, cosplay events and themed parties. Just take your pick.Yondaimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06715578132916774577noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-590973843865526499.post-55736826701546158782010-09-20T21:07:00.010+08:002010-10-03T19:34:19.029+08:00Medieval Movie Sword - Braveheart William Wallace<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://t2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTo7cVB8aipakYtx8BPYoopEQea7tVncoUDjgBfl-JJW_i61vw&t=1&usg=__aNcGOvRF6DpzHlWCfegg8nVU8NY=" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="braveheart, medieval sword, movie sword, movie sword replica, sword replica, william wallace" border="0" src="http://t2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTo7cVB8aipakYtx8BPYoopEQea7tVncoUDjgBfl-JJW_i61vw&t=1&usg=__aNcGOvRF6DpzHlWCfegg8nVU8NY=" /></a></div>Braveheart is a 1995 American epic movie directed by and starring Mel Gibson. The movie was written for the screen and then novelized by Randall Wallace. Gibson portrays William Wallace, a Scottish warrior who gained recognition when he came to the forefront of the First War of Scottish Independence by opposing King Edward I of England, also known as "Longshanks". The movie won five Academy Awards at the 68th Academy Awards, including the Academy Award for Best Picture and Best Director, and had been nominated for an additional five.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0013RGV8O?ie=UTF8&tag=ae02e-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0013RGV8O" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="braveheart, medieval sword, movie sword, movie sword replica, sword replica, william wallace" border="0" src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/514XYZ3KQLL._SL500_AA300_.jpg" /></a></div>The <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0013RGV8O?ie=UTF8&tag=ae02e-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0013RGV8O" target="_blank">Classic Braveheart Medieval Movie Sword Replica</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=ae02e-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B0013RGV8O" style="border: medium none ! important; margin: 0px ! important;" width="1" /> is more than 51 inches long and comes with an authentic rough leather sheath that includes a strap to fit on your belt. The medieval blade is a polished stainless steel with double edge. The hilt and pommel are made out of chrome plated steel. What really makes this authentic though is the brown leather that is stitched tightly around the handle. Definitely a masterpiece movie sword for medieval enthusiasts.Yondaimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06715578132916774577noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-590973843865526499.post-36391679620024314432010-09-20T16:16:00.002+08:002010-10-03T19:17:39.933+08:00Shunsui Kyoraku Katen Kyokotsu Twin Sword Replica<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a 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Shunsui's a laid-back and flamboyant man, evident in his style of dress: he wears a straw hat and a pink flowered haori over his captain's uniform. In his off time, he can be seen drinking sake and napping. Other times, he likes to chase after women, particularly his lieutenant Nanao. Kyoraku is a peace-loving man who will always try to find a nonviolent solution, though he does not wish to insult opponents by refusing to fight. He and his friend Jūshiro Ukitake are two of the oldest captains in the Gotei 13. They both trained under General Yamamoto, who Kyoraku calls Old-man Yama (Yama-ji). Though generally peace-loving he is an adept fighter, able to defeat the Primera Espada using only his shikai and shown in his skill at almost hiding the difference in the speed of his swing between his left and right hands.<br />
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Katen Kyokotsu Twin Sword Replica Feature:<br />
* Overall Length: 26 inch.<br />
* Blade Material: Carbon Steel Black and Silver Tone.<br />
* Fittings Material: Carbon Steel, Electroplated to Prevent Rust and Corrosion.<br />
* Handle Material: Red Nylon Cord Wrap with Red Tassel Attached.<br />
* Includes: Two Sword with Black Nylon Sheath<br />
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Legend of Zelda Link's Master Sword feature:<br />
* Overall: 42" (closed)<br />
* Overall: 39 1/2 (open)<br />
* 31" Blade Length<br />
* 11" Handle<br />
* Amazing Quality<br />
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A cheaper alternative selling at <u><b>74% DISCOUNT</b></u> can be bought from <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001KNVMSU?ie=UTF8&tag=ae02e-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001KNVMSU" target="_blank">247Swords.</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=ae02e-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B001KNVMSU" style="border: medium none ! important; margin: 0px ! important;" width="1" /><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GTY0Q4?ie=UTF8&tag=ae02e-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001GTY0Q4" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="fantasy sword, legend of zelda, legend of zelda sword, link sword, zelda sword, Belt Strap" border="0" src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51mgfsLZYZL._SL500_AA300_.jpg" /></a></div>Talk about an item that will bring your video game collection to life. Another item that fans buy together with the Zelda Link sword is the all new <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GTY0Q4?ie=UTF8&tag=ae02e-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001GTY0Q4" target="_blank">Legend of Zelda Link Sword Belt Strap.</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=ae02e-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B001GTY0Q4" style="border: medium none ! important; margin: 0px ! important;" width="1" /> This leather belt strap is made to fit your Link sword, recreated from real brown leather stitched and riveted to fit the actual life size sword. It is made to fit almost anyone of any size.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001ECV764?ie=UTF8&tag=ae02e-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001ECV764" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="fantasy sword, legend of zelda, legend of zelda sword, link sword, zelda sword, Hylian Shield" border="0" src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51h-CtwrVUL._SL500_AA300_.jpg" /></a></div>Another item to complete the fantasy is the <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001ECV764?ie=UTF8&tag=ae02e-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001ECV764" target="_blank">Legend of Zelda Hylian Shield.</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=ae02e-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B001ECV764" style="border: medium none ! important; margin: 0px ! important;" width="1" /> It can be mounted on the wall for display or worn on your arm. Overall Length: 25", Overall Width: 19" with Leather Wrapped Back Handle. It's made of Stainless Steel with a good paint finish.Yondaimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06715578132916774577noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-590973843865526499.post-62333543978249498972010-09-18T08:50:00.006+08:002010-10-03T19:17:39.966+08:00Kuchiki Byakuya Senbonzakura Sword Replica<div style="font-family: verdana; text-align: justify;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihyphenhyphenpWJN2vd7n8r_mdItujge0_sn5iifGV7OQoJvGBMNxAcX9S-krdBNIh6MZSxdPjU8EboDD1TGOUutBviI_4Lfmvl0_rkLgJRBXybhmU7XmaGF0SYRKw-JWrB2Cs3CxHx8inq0VUdQ7Q/s1600-h/Kuchiki_Byakuya-6th-division-captain.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="anime sword, asian sword, bleach captain, bleach senbonzakura, bleach sword, byakuya bankai, byakuya kuchiki, byakuya senbonzakura, senbonzakura, senbonzakura kageyoshi, zanpakuto" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5285230123518440370" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihyphenhyphenpWJN2vd7n8r_mdItujge0_sn5iifGV7OQoJvGBMNxAcX9S-krdBNIh6MZSxdPjU8EboDD1TGOUutBviI_4Lfmvl0_rkLgJRBXybhmU7XmaGF0SYRKw-JWrB2Cs3CxHx8inq0VUdQ7Q/s1600/Kuchiki_Byakuya-6th-division-captain.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" /></a></div>Kuchiki Byakuya is the 28th head of the Kuchiki clan, one of the four great noble families in Soul Society. As captain of the 6th Division, Byakuya wears the standard captain uniform along with a white headpiece called a kenseikan, symbolizing his noble rank as the head of the Kuchiki family. He also wears a white scarf made by the master weaver, Tsujishiro Kuroemon III. The scarf is made from silver-white windflower light silk (ginpaku kazahana no uzuginu) and is a family heirloom handed down through the generations to the head of the Kuchiki family. It is said that the cost of just one such scarf can build ten houses. In the anime, the scarf is shown to be light green.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi67UCPIzFnme_TkCFxjFl8c3ey-o7wCr9cV_c9n7Zuh7Vc9z84fne78Qr5fDKdzcSYs_XCHgefoxAqDcUOzSt_jklK_-jkX_tgrUcSk0IHjrl-2wnPQZlHURdc_FwdV5vuuVDm8FqwOvk/s1600-h/Kuchiki-Byakuya-Senbonzakura.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="anime sword, asian sword, bleach captain, bleach senbonzakura, bleach sword, byakuya bankai, byakuya kuchiki, byakuya senbonzakura, senbonzakura, senbonzakura kageyoshi, zanpakuto" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5285230119870947074" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi67UCPIzFnme_TkCFxjFl8c3ey-o7wCr9cV_c9n7Zuh7Vc9z84fne78Qr5fDKdzcSYs_XCHgefoxAqDcUOzSt_jklK_-jkX_tgrUcSk0IHjrl-2wnPQZlHURdc_FwdV5vuuVDm8FqwOvk/s1600/Kuchiki-Byakuya-Senbonzakura.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" /></a></div>Byakuya's zanpakuto is called Senbonzakura which literally means 'thousand cherry blossoms'. How aristocrat is that? Senbonzakura's shikai form is released by the command chire or scatter. The zanpakuto's blade disperse into thousands of tiny blades. The release has one weakness - it can be negated before it's completed. This was shown when Yoruichi Shihouin wrapped the blade with a cloth during Byakuya's short battle with Ichigo. After release, Senbonzakura's tiny blades are invisible to the naked eye. However they reflect light in such a way that they appear as cherry blossom petals. This is how the zanpakuto got its name. Byakuya can control the blades at will, allowing him to shred opponents at a distance and break through almost any defense. While Byakuya can control the blades with his mind alone, using his hands allows him to do so more effectively and making the blades move twice as fast.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-Itc2aKlzlrTRuCaJf3wCjQ42Nexo0z6U6nkTm685-rih2GDmlX0PcHuFJRr9A6ILptcd8kYIL1p5N0_d28izXeatPaFwy1bX0O7gUEdwjhWQIRtZZKk-qVUGmjc9POmoafswHRqNbG0/s1600-h/kuchiki-byakuya-senbonzakura-kageyoshi-bankai.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="anime sword, asian sword, bleach captain, bleach senbonzakura, bleach sword, byakuya bankai, byakuya kuchiki, byakuya senbonzakura, senbonzakura, senbonzakura kageyoshi, zanpakuto" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5285230105071144578" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-Itc2aKlzlrTRuCaJf3wCjQ42Nexo0z6U6nkTm685-rih2GDmlX0PcHuFJRr9A6ILptcd8kYIL1p5N0_d28izXeatPaFwy1bX0O7gUEdwjhWQIRtZZKk-qVUGmjc9POmoafswHRqNbG0/s1600/kuchiki-byakuya-senbonzakura-kageyoshi-bankai.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" /></a></div>Byakuya's bankai, named Senbonzakura Kageyoshi or 'Vibrant Display of a Thousand Cherry Blossoms', is essentially a much larger version of Senbonzakura's shikai. To activate it, Byakuya drops his sword. The sword passes through the ground and two rows of giant blades rise up from the ground. These then scatter into millions of tiny blades. The number of blades is so great that Byakuya can use them for defense and offense at the same time. He commonly forms them into large masses of blades to crush opponents.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRqJonyidQOpRmqGXlt2dc2BD4ngnUwglnYOpv3sCu85Pwy8KU-OIuWqJVOfimTjUuuLeMBUa3FdA8Z3iB1MEQi4gga4MekiYK5KCh4aSTGTiwK6BWKLGUColU-lz44OzwRkoJPOLoxA8/s1600-h/Kuchiki-Byakuya-Senbonzakura-Kageyoshi-Vibrant-display-of-thousand-cherry-blossoms.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="anime sword, asian sword, bleach captain, bleach senbonzakura, bleach sword, byakuya bankai, byakuya kuchiki, byakuya senbonzakura, senbonzakura, senbonzakura kageyoshi, zanpakuto" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5285230102576969986" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRqJonyidQOpRmqGXlt2dc2BD4ngnUwglnYOpv3sCu85Pwy8KU-OIuWqJVOfimTjUuuLeMBUa3FdA8Z3iB1MEQi4gga4MekiYK5KCh4aSTGTiwK6BWKLGUColU-lz44OzwRkoJPOLoxA8/s1600/Kuchiki-Byakuya-Senbonzakura-Kageyoshi-Vibrant-display-of-thousand-cherry-blossoms.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" /></a></div>Byakuya's bankai has several attack techniques, achieved by arranging the blades in different patterns. They are activated by saying the name of the technique followed by the name of his bankai. Each form has its own distinct advantage. One of them is senkei or 'massacre scene', which unites the scattered petals into countless zanpakuto swords that surround Byakuya and his opponent. In this form, Byakuya has no defense and concentrates his bankai on killing the enemy. While Byakuya can control these swords as he does his regular blades, he usually attacks with just one in hand. He remarks in his battle with Ichigo that he normally only shows senkei to those he has sworn to kill by his own hand, Ichigo being the second to see this. After immobilizing an opponent, he can summon other blades to hit them while they're trapped. He can also use all the blades at once for an immensely powerful strike. In Bleach Movie 2 : Diamond Dust Rebellion, Byakuya surprisingly used Senkei as a barrier which only protects those inside it from an external barrage of Ceros blasts. He also displayed the ability to activate Kageyoshi from inside Senkei, shattering all rows of swords at once.<br />
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<a href="http://tinyurl.com/kuchiki-byakuya-senbonzakura" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" target="_blank"><img alt="anime sword, asian sword, bleach captain, bleach senbonzakura, bleach sword, byakuya bankai, byakuya kuchiki, byakuya senbonzakura, senbonzakura, senbonzakura kageyoshi, zanpakuto" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5285229696565394290" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUgnfjoudkkKbsAMAr2Uuo6Ay11C6FbdMMwLIpTq9lsM9y8sieft0eFOcmuLqNShw64t8q7SAXnZYu-efl85PmTqdptnVtr1SK1rH7Nsk9VtnBtGpaFYZtFoUy8aUVIB2gOMlo6PHEtiQ/s400/kuchiki-byakuya-senbonzakura-zanpakuto-sword-replica.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; display: block; height: 280px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 280px;" /></a>There are only a handful of Senbonzakura sword replicas, one of them is from Grey Eagles. The <a href="http://tinyurl.com/kuchiki-byakuya-senbonzakura" target="_blank">Kuchiki Byakuya Zanpakuto Senbonzakura sword replica from Grey Eagles</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=ae02e-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00178CKEI" style="border: medium none ! important; margin: 0px ! important;" width="1" /> has an overall length of 42" and blade length 26". The blade is made of carbon steel with a false edge. The signature guard is exactly as seen in the anime, with the shape of a double '8'. The sword replica has a simple blue-nylon wrapped handle and comes with a wooden scabbard. The scabbard has a black finish and tied to it is a blue nylon sageo (cord). Overall the Senbonzakura sword replica is simple in design, which is why the price is pretty affordable.<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://allanimedvd.com/bleachitems.htm?referrer_id=299" target="_blank" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="215" src="http://allanimedvd.com/images/shop/bleach/kimono6ab.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>If you're looking for Bleach costume, check out the site at <a href="http://allanimedvd.com/bleachitems.htm?referrer_id=299" target="_blank">AllAnimeDVD.com</a>. They have several selections of Shinigami, Espada, Quincy and other Bleach costumes. Perfect for Halloween, birthdays, cosplay events and themed parties. Just take your pick.Yondaimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06715578132916774577noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-590973843865526499.post-66030852458034942752009-01-04T15:42:00.017+08:002010-10-03T19:37:19.120+08:00Zarroc Sword of Eragon Movie Replica<div style="font-family: verdana; text-align: justify;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiMf_rKarMV0Rh-MRXgfTz1eP4pr2TV0gRLKl2-5fAXCupXiZ3R5ZJmyvhC9_rXaXBUWWocIFs47ZcB2v_dcPFf5XBIgC1R-L5Iiw4ymyn2zCjH0pKi9zGYzdN-v-ZluIILH3cddGnovU/s1600-h/Zarroc-sword-of-eragon.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="eragon, eragon sword, eragon sword zar roc, movie sword, sword of eragon, sword replica, zar'roc, zar'roc sword" border="0" height="200" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5287369239580423746" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiMf_rKarMV0Rh-MRXgfTz1eP4pr2TV0gRLKl2-5fAXCupXiZ3R5ZJmyvhC9_rXaXBUWWocIFs47ZcB2v_dcPFf5XBIgC1R-L5Iiw4ymyn2zCjH0pKi9zGYzdN-v-ZluIILH3cddGnovU/s200/Zarroc-sword-of-eragon.jpg" style="display: block; height: 400px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 291px;" width="145" /></a>Eragon is a 2006 fantasy-adventure movie with lots of CGI effects but it didn't come anywhere close to The Lord of The Rings success trail. Instead, it was named the 10th worst reviewed movie of 2006 on Rotten Tomatoes, and the 31st highest grossing movie of 2006 in the States. That aside, I was only interested in Rachel Weisz who lent her voice for Saphira the dragon. She'd make one hell of a hot dragon among their kind. The film is loosely based on the novel with the same name by author Christopher Paolini. The movie was directed by Stefen Fangmeier (his directing debut), who had previously worked as a visual effects director on Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events and Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World.<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0SUg_cD-SXPKiv_V62iZPeIEHlciGSdlZUoo5uED8W5Ob22c3VR8YZ8_F9R_Orhofi6e5fOQ8kr9wyJzGmbX1Va79RplEcWLbJoocNYm4pQKA9CFdBn2bUr_LMVrnoECaduarSewFB-w/s1600-h/Zarroc-sword-of-eragon-poster.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="eragon, eragon sword, eragon sword zar roc, movie sword, sword of eragon, sword replica, zar'roc, zar'roc sword" border="0" height="200" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5287369246755432850" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0SUg_cD-SXPKiv_V62iZPeIEHlciGSdlZUoo5uED8W5Ob22c3VR8YZ8_F9R_Orhofi6e5fOQ8kr9wyJzGmbX1Va79RplEcWLbJoocNYm4pQKA9CFdBn2bUr_LMVrnoECaduarSewFB-w/s200/Zarroc-sword-of-eragon-poster.jpg" style="display: block; height: 400px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 308px;" width="154" /></a>Eragon is a farm boy in his late-teens who lives in a small village named Carvahall in the fictional and magical country of Alagaesia, where dragons and other magical creatures wander. One day while hunting, Eragon finds a dragon egg from which hatches a blue dragon named Saphira. Eragon decides to keep Saphira a secret, but a pair of magical creatures called The Razac are sent by the King of Alagaesia, Galbatorix, to find Eragon and the dragon. Eragon flees home, and later returns to find his uncle Garrow murdered by the Razac. With vengeance in his heart, he sets out on a journey to avenge his uncle. Accompanied by a wise storyteller named Brom, Eragon and Saphira take up the legacy of legendary Dragon Riders. He learns magic, swordfighting, and dragon-riding to fulfill the legend of the dragon riders and his destiny, to help over throw the Empire and it's tyrant king, Galbatorix. Eragon is also given a mighty sword named Zar'roc by Brom. Frankly I slept through half the movie cause the storyline is so predictable. The only merit of the fantasy flick is the beautiful Zar'roc sword.<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGiaikR2-OPBllFpDKHPUO10SHNumn9_WpnxBJgO2w20spdFTQ3tNdT5OlRrNxsNnYpBWeO_9P0vTXqP4cHHbXkhI25mwMJ3gD70X85bP_nDSGWHCKKEPixCDEPZ1fI7tiwchTwAdDYWg/s1600-h/Zarroc-sword-of-eragon-brom.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="eragon, eragon sword, eragon sword zar roc, movie sword, sword of eragon, sword replica, zar'roc, zar'roc sword" border="0" height="144" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5287369241557099346" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGiaikR2-OPBllFpDKHPUO10SHNumn9_WpnxBJgO2w20spdFTQ3tNdT5OlRrNxsNnYpBWeO_9P0vTXqP4cHHbXkhI25mwMJ3gD70X85bP_nDSGWHCKKEPixCDEPZ1fI7tiwchTwAdDYWg/s200/Zarroc-sword-of-eragon-brom.jpg" style="display: block; height: 217px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 300px;" width="200" /></a>Zar'roc was originally created by an elf named Rhunon, the smith of the Dragon Riders. The sword belonged to Morzan, but was taken by Brom after his death. Before Morzan's death, Zar'roc was feared by many as his ultimate weapon. It also symbolized agony and betrayal, as Morzan had killed many Riders with Zar'roc. Brom gave the sword to Eragon, although he refrained from telling him the blade's history. The history of Zar'roc was eventually revealed to Eragon by Murtagh while they were traveling to the Varden. Eragon used Zar'roc to defeat Durza, a Shade of immense power, in the Battle under Farthen Dur. After defeating Eragon at the Battle of the Burning Plains, Murtagh claimed Zar'roc as his own, declaring that Morzan's sword should have gone to him, the oldest son of Morzan, and not Eragon, the youngest. "Zar'roc" in the ancient language means "misery".<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnQgt5bhL02tnAWLLK4iIV96tw4VcsE_m1oArhS2znSOTkufprzIvCa0KhQWbZHiZ0qDiy2vKjpqNxvWSEaky-4WjhVeWRD2PqwwAxLlDe142Yas4-uCqfgjWsIGH_oqhs-1EQT6hcB0c/s1600-h/Zarroc-sword-of-eragon-poster2.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="eragon, eragon sword, eragon sword zar roc, movie sword, sword of eragon, sword replica, zar'roc, zar'roc sword" border="0" height="200" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5287369245311657234" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnQgt5bhL02tnAWLLK4iIV96tw4VcsE_m1oArhS2znSOTkufprzIvCa0KhQWbZHiZ0qDiy2vKjpqNxvWSEaky-4WjhVeWRD2PqwwAxLlDe142Yas4-uCqfgjWsIGH_oqhs-1EQT6hcB0c/s200/Zarroc-sword-of-eragon-poster2.jpg" style="display: block; height: 358px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 275px;" width="153" /></a>As expected, there are several inconsistencies between the movie adaptation and the book. Zar'roc has a ruby embedded into the hilt, however in the Eragon movie it instead is a sapphire. Morzan's insignia appears on neither the sheath nor the blade in the movie. The sheath is also black rather than wine-red, like in the book. What's more is that the handle of the sword is leather-black, not silver-wrapped like in the book.<br />
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The <a href="http://tinyurl.com/zarroc-sword-eragon-topswords" target="_blank">Zar'roc Sword of Eragon Movie Replica by Top Swords</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=ae02e-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B0011D1EHI" style="border: medium none ! important; margin: 0px ! important;" width="1" /> is one of the most eye-catching movie swords ever created due to the colour combinations used in its design. Just check out the image below and you'll notice instantly the red blade with a central ridge and the striking blue crystal pommel. The guard is casted as two dragon heads with long horns, and its surface is engraved to replicate the dragon's scale. The Zar'roc Movie Sword replica has an overall length of 51 inch. Its blade is made of stainless steel with a central ridge. A wooden display plaque is included with the sword, not forgetting the cerfiticate of authenticity since it is a licensed reproduction from the movie. That alone will give you a hint of its price tag, get ready to part with at least $150.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://tinyurl.com/eragon-mini-sword-set" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="eragon, eragon sword, eragon sword zar roc, movie sword, sword of eragon, sword replica, zar'roc, zar'roc sword, mini sword" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5287369234363872114" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhfp3moMjbtPncVUI_cY7Ur6ud-TcbyR-qVctHH3vWGs_p4Y7RvKkDM3PQfFfbzDaqzwFlwBqz-vb6Xh4khEgjIyzm6Iq_8s5uGS18ToeLxhSg8A9ErlrVLaxtiCyUhwIGx90ricDuwX0/s1600/eragon-mini-sword-set-miniature-replica.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" /></a></div>If 51 inch is just too long for you (hehe), there is always the shorter movie sword set with a stand. And you get not 1, not 2, not 3, but 5 Mini Sword reproductions from the movie. This <a href="http://tinyurl.com/eragon-mini-sword-set" target="_blank">Eragon Mini Movie Sword Set</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=ae02e-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00146K1IU" style="border: medium none ! important; margin: 0px ! important;" width="1" /> comes with 5 extremely detailed miniature swords - Zar'roc, Sword of Galbatorix, Sword of Brom, Sword of Arya, and Sword of Durza. Each measures an overall length of 12.75 inch. A custom display stand holds all the mini swords in place and a certificate of authenticity is also included.<br />
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</div>Yondaimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06715578132916774577noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-590973843865526499.post-61487640279514262942009-01-01T00:54:00.010+08:002010-10-03T19:38:49.927+08:00Star Wars R2D2 Interactive Droid RobotHappy New Year everyone! This is my first post for 2009, and it's not about swords for once. I was surfing for cool gifts for the holidays like everyone else and stumbled upon several stunning items. But I would have to say one of the coolest is the <a href="http://tinyurl.com/starwars-r2d2-robot-android" target="_blank">Star Wars Interactive R2D2 Astromech Droid Robot.</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=ae02e-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B001E95SQ2" style="border: medium none ! important; margin: 0px ! important;" width="1" /> Check it out if you still have some budget left. Myself, I'm all dried out.<br />
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<b>Bring Home Your Own Astromech Droid</b><br />
Celebrate Star Wars 30th Anniversary by inviting this movie-accurate droid into your life. Once the loyal companion to Queen Amdala, this utility droid is programmed to be your devoted helper and friend. Help him get ready to serve you by snapping his steering legs into place and attaching the projector piece to his domed top. You'll need to use a Phillips screwdriver to insert four "AA" batteries and four "D" cell batteries in his side.<br />
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More than 15-inches tall, this sophisticated R2-D2 model boasts a secret cargo compartment, a unique swing-down utility arm that's also a beverage holder, a removable sensor scope, a working light beam, sound-processing microphones, and an adaptable droid mood-status indicator. Sonar navigational technology and infrared location sensors help make him one the most advanced droids around.<br />
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<b>Take Advantage of Three Interactive Modes</b><br />
Intergalactic missions will be more fun with a reliable droid at your side. In companion mode, R2-D2 responds to commands like "Go on patrol," "Light Beam," and "Play Message." Star Wars movie fans are sure to appreciate the accuracy of the messages, which are culled from famous missions he remembers.<br />
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You can even ask R2 about friends including Luke Skywalker, C-3PO, Darth Vader, and Jabba the Hutt. He has a different reaction to each name based on his "feelings" for the characters. And if you hit R2 on the head, he'll make irritated beeping sounds and try to move away from you. As you get to know your droid, you'll realize that the noises and motions he makes correspond to his "mood."<br />
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In game mode, R2 responds to more complicated commands. He'll act as a sentry to protect your important stuff, dance to cantina music, spin around, or play light tag. The third mode is the most complex. This command mode lets you give pointed directions that control R2's movements. Tell him to turn left and right or go forward whenever you want, or set a preprogrammed course for him to follow.<br />
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While R2 responded to simple commands with no problems, we had difficulty getting him to respond reliably to more complex requests. We trust that, like with any voice-operated electronic system, over time it will get easier to produce a wider range of commands that R2 consistently responds to. Until then, his movie-accurate look, the way he responds to simple commands, and the convenient beverage holder make him a fun comrade.<br />
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<b>What's in the Box</b><br />
Droid body, two steering legs, projector piece, telescope piece with sensory array, and an operation manual.Yondaimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06715578132916774577noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-590973843865526499.post-83389859102079113002008-12-15T16:37:00.004+08:002010-10-03T19:40:04.297+08:00Luke Skywalker Lightsaber auctioned for $240,000<div style="font-family: verdana; text-align: justify;">LOS ANGELES (AP) — Luke Skywalker's lightsaber has been on Star Wars movie fans' Christmas lists for more than 30 years.<br />
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On Thursday, one fan spent $240,000 to get the real thing: the movie prop that Mark Hamill used in the first two films in the original "Star Wars" trilogy.<br />
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The lightsaber highlighted several Hollywood memorabilia sold at an auction in Los Angeles by Profiles in History. The auction house said it sold about $3.5 million in memorabilia.<br />
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The droid helmet worn by Anthony Daniels to play C-3PO sold for $120,000, and the costume Marlon Brando wore in the "Superman" movie went for $72,000.<br />
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The first British edition of "You Only Live Twice" inscribed by Ian Fleming sold for $84,000. Roald Dahl's handwritten screenplay for the movie of the same title sold for $96,000.<br />
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</div>Yondaimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06715578132916774577noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-590973843865526499.post-24764908138340310732008-12-02T22:52:00.020+08:002010-10-03T19:41:36.006+08:00Heaven's Fall Sword - Seven Swords Movie Replica<div style="font-family: verdana; text-align: justify;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFPtrNhyDl8ZQOEmI01pXaXPqub0sfjEOaJWo4haCIz6QS_rJJ06rKFKHwji34zdkikterSukl0rOBJ52207f1Q5V5ssR_hvflS-4VmUHPZWGXIfFNbmX0dzej-MzFAylmR1-TA1H36Qk/s1600-h/Heaven-Fall-Sword-practice-with-Wu-Yuanyin.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="Heaven-Fall-Sword-practice-with-Wu-Yuanyin" border="0" height="131" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5275206964989268722" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFPtrNhyDl8ZQOEmI01pXaXPqub0sfjEOaJWo4haCIz6QS_rJJ06rKFKHwji34zdkikterSukl0rOBJ52207f1Q5V5ssR_hvflS-4VmUHPZWGXIfFNbmX0dzej-MzFAylmR1-TA1H36Qk/s200/Heaven-Fall-Sword-practice-with-Wu-Yuanyin.jpg" style="display: block; height: 191px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 290px;" width="200" /></a>I observed a few visitors to my blog were searching for The Heaven's Fall sword from Hong Kong's 2005 'Seven Swords' movie directed by Tsui Hark. Yes, I do monitor my blog's traffic profile to see what visitors look for and try to fill in the 'missing link' whenever I can. I hope they come back again and find this post useful. Seven Swords was the opening film to the 2005 Venice Film Festival. Adapted from the Chinese novel 'Seven Swords of Mount Heaven' written by renowned Wuxia author Liang Yusheng, Seven Swords is also a tribute movie to Akira Kurosawa's infamous 1954 film 'Seven Samurai'. The film is the first of a planned trilogy and was originally four hours long before edited down to 153 minutes. There's even a Hong Kong TV series version, I only watched a few episodes cause Donnie Yen's not in it. Otherwise I would be glued to my TV set instead of my laptop.<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZzEfXx0S-qVPui2g6gwMPzKCKaCfQXXeiI91kPIhLRgPvUqr0lzunC9Qb5vSo7e7i_FXvA9SHQW8Vj47F7Ck42VepZaZPG1S3-gIWo3DPpJj4-zm6TxBfW_-gdUBYXLZu4X8eJyrpjW4/s1600-h/Heaven-Fall-Sword-with-Wu-Yuanyin.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="Heaven-Fall-Sword-with-Wu-Yuanyin" border="0" height="122" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5275206579379265618" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZzEfXx0S-qVPui2g6gwMPzKCKaCfQXXeiI91kPIhLRgPvUqr0lzunC9Qb5vSo7e7i_FXvA9SHQW8Vj47F7Ck42VepZaZPG1S3-gIWo3DPpJj4-zm6TxBfW_-gdUBYXLZu4X8eJyrpjW4/s200/Heaven-Fall-Sword-with-Wu-Yuanyin.jpg" style="display: block; height: 177px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 290px;" width="200" /></a>The movie starts with Master Shadow-glow who leaves behind the mundane affairs of the world and goes hermit among the peaks of Mount Heaven. After spending few decades there, he became a great master of sword-casting and made seven prized swords. They were given the names The Unlearn, The Dragon, The Transcience, The Star-chasers, The Celestial Beam, The Deity and The Heaven's Fall. The seven swords represent the seven states of period and mind that Master Shadow-glow experienced on Mount Heaven. Each one of them bears a different meaning.<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBlpBqjFZRhurorhqz4GspA5QYtSxGUga2NSLiqSg1rzC3licHrBV6DmA5mdMUgndG3Ls1FU2ROti428pfCB3OSuNPsKcMjULvX1zlSwSnad04d57mACaSBPmM3FQm1aj7DtzhrUU_0pE/s1600-h/Heaven-Fall-Sword-with-Wu-Yuanyin-poster.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" target="_blank"><img alt="Heaven-Fall-Sword-with-Wu-Yuanyin-poster" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5275206684887169458" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBlpBqjFZRhurorhqz4GspA5QYtSxGUga2NSLiqSg1rzC3licHrBV6DmA5mdMUgndG3Ls1FU2ROti428pfCB3OSuNPsKcMjULvX1zlSwSnad04d57mACaSBPmM3FQm1aj7DtzhrUU_0pE/s400/Heaven-Fall-Sword-with-Wu-Yuanyin-poster.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; float: right; height: 275px; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; width: 106px;" /></a>The Heaven's Fall sword had a unique origin. Master Shadow-glow practices austerity by casting swords and had over a thousand swords with different styles and functions. However, when these swords are compared with The Deity, they are inferior in both shape and spirit. One day, as usual, Master Shadow-glow was watching the clouds and mountains from afar. Out of the blue, a stream of clouds plunged down like a waterfall, drawing a frozen line across the sky. Master Shadow-glow suddenly was enlightened with the fact that The Deity is too primitive and is thus restrained in both shape and spirit. In a bid to break the confines of The Deity, Master Shadow-glow melted a hundred swords to cast The Heaven's Fall. The sword was later given to Wu Yuanyin.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiR6mI31jUUfqVZvyHy-EZAgw6xkUD9KamhDd_eVAOu6YCo1Umh2nKlacZXzAeycMwhx9SrDvtuh1rJwhyphenhyphenJXJuKeRLwGDvewR4JbZCu53TzqxNsDRhNOPGNE1vbLksot38qBvmQAjyqvr0/s1600-h/Luke+Skywalker+blue+lightsaber+Episode+IV+A+New+Hope.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="Luke Skywalker blue lightsaber Episode IV A New Hope" border="0" height="198" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5272941962203792082" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiR6mI31jUUfqVZvyHy-EZAgw6xkUD9KamhDd_eVAOu6YCo1Umh2nKlacZXzAeycMwhx9SrDvtuh1rJwhyphenhyphenJXJuKeRLwGDvewR4JbZCu53TzqxNsDRhNOPGNE1vbLksot38qBvmQAjyqvr0/s200/Luke+Skywalker+blue+lightsaber+Episode+IV+A+New+Hope.jpg" style="display: block; height: 331px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 334px;" width="200" /></a></div>Luke Skywalker was played by Mark Hamill in the original Star Wars trilogy Episode IV: A New Hope, Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back and Episode VI: Return of the Jedi. Hamill also lent his voice for The Joker in Batman: The Animated Series. On 11th Jan 1977, a day before he was supposed to shoot one of the final scenes in Episode IV: A New Hope, Hamill was involved in a car accident and left with a fractured nose and left cheekbone. During his absence for surgery, a replacement double was used in the landspeeder pickup scenes. Later Hamill had a scar along his upper lip from the accident and this was clearly visible In Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back. The movie creatively attributed the scar to Luke's encounter with the wampa on the 5th planet in Hoth system.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://tinyurl.com/lukeskywalkerfxlightsaber" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="Master Replicas Luke Skywalker Force FX Lightsaber" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5272941865588264786" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVFXTdy7iUQ94lrpPWXjdqsKKtvQzeFdVJ5CbHwabCsg_JNhh-56kEjGT8OOeVsvRriyUiztKrbUcAtYLdMkFQoUjxK4oVyfSR98TGiAJJ-Q2pa9l_FNVGNSqTqst6VsHuHAWYoEnXJsY/s1600/Master+Replicas+Luke+Skywalker+Force+FX+Lightsaber.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" /></a></div>The <a href="http://tinyurl.com/lukeskywalkerfxlightsaber" target="_blank">Luke Skywalker Force FX Lightsaber</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=ae02e-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B000PX6PDS" style="border: medium none ! important; margin: 0px ! important;" width="1" />by Master Replicas is an enhanced glowing blue blade with realistic power-up and power-down light effects, thanks to a string of 64 super-bright LEDs that ignite sequentially inside the blade. Similar to the lightsaber replicas featured in previous posts, the Luke Skywalker FX lightsaber also incorporates motion-sensor controlled sound effects digitally recorded from the movie.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-9WwezEZltbmRo3FjlXjZA0dEuUPdVeKR-Fcg1H3J_gRhm6UviqmRP26KCj7H7HIPIUYjhLh2cwXWxp6916TM_bUt-qPaHZlNjmq9PVnzjTcfp7LtabZeK5b-MQdHovUr3t4cMcEr2U0/s1600-h/Master+Replicas+Luke+Skywalker+Force+FX+Lightsaber+Hilt.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="Master Replicas Luke Skywalker Force FX Lightsaber Hilt" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5272941407850914066" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-9WwezEZltbmRo3FjlXjZA0dEuUPdVeKR-Fcg1H3J_gRhm6UviqmRP26KCj7H7HIPIUYjhLh2cwXWxp6916TM_bUt-qPaHZlNjmq9PVnzjTcfp7LtabZeK5b-MQdHovUr3t4cMcEr2U0/s1600/Master+Replicas+Luke+Skywalker+Force+FX+Lightsaber+Hilt.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" /></a></div>There are a total of 3 built-in motion-sensors to achieve better sensitivity, with 2 dedicated to detect movement while the remaining 1 sensor to detect impact on the blade. Both the sensor and digitally recorded sound effects work together to replicate an actual lightsaber feel during power-up, idling, swinging, clashing and power-down action. You'll need to source three AAA batteries because they are not included with the lightsaber.</div>Yondaimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06715578132916774577noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-590973843865526499.post-32289495203715462422008-11-23T14:31:00.010+08:002010-10-03T19:46:32.830+08:00Master Replicas Mace Windu Lightsaber FX<div style="font-family: verdana; text-align: justify;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghXnNWoYY4_U2ztAs0ZQR5EYSsxS_ClPdr5Sd4IzPobTzTElpNL3P2GoK1tcqr8n5eYa-Oj8tQNUfaJ7tyTGub-saUO-pYUQsbPAS4SMQbFKi-SDSbE8H9yJrqM9B95rRcOgQ5Sbql4Os/s1600-h/Mace+Windu+purple+Lightsaber.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghXnNWoYY4_U2ztAs0ZQR5EYSsxS_ClPdr5Sd4IzPobTzTElpNL3P2GoK1tcqr8n5eYa-Oj8tQNUfaJ7tyTGub-saUO-pYUQsbPAS4SMQbFKi-SDSbE8H9yJrqM9B95rRcOgQ5Sbql4Os/s1600/Mace+Windu+purple+Lightsaber.jpg" /></a></div>When I heard Mace Windu was going to be played by Samuel Leroy Jackson, the same SLJ who played Jules Winnfield in Pulp Fiction back in 94, my laughing nerve went crazy. It's just so awkwrd to imagine Samuel going from "You're my b**** !!" to 'I sense a disturbance in the Force'. And thank God he didn't have an apprentice in the Star Wars prequel. George Lucas must have known it was too big a risk to take.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://tinyurl.com/macewindulightsaberfxreplica" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBpgVklVUHdTl4RUG2l23OEK-A4qzkEoDfjU5Rpgow1JARRxMxofTLDzE1jqst_j5_LY9K7gOae_husbZdRxO33ecxKIaU9Lgu38wxcGpc5sGcrmREFJDFCndyTaqK4CWp7vjcYuKeW64/s1600/Master+Replicas+Mace+Windu+Lightsaber+FX.jpg" /></a></div>This FX Lightsaber is the official reproduction from Episode II: Attack of the Clones. The bright purple polycarbonate blade is permanently attached to the hilt and glows with realistic power-up and power-down effects. It also has authentic lightsaber sound effects digitally recorded from the movie itself. The various digital sounds are activated by motion-sensors installed in the lightsaber replica, each responds to power-up, power-down, idling and clashing movements. The durable yet light chrome-plated aluminum body looks and feels like a real lightsaber, with a display stand included. The only bad points are that the blade looks more bright white than deep purple when activated, and the lightsaber needs 6 "AA" batteries to operate compared to only 3 in the previous <a href="http://awesome-movie-sword-replica.blogspot.com/2008/11/master-replicas-yoda-force-fx.html" target="_blank">Master Replicas Yoda Force FX Lightsaber</a>("AAA") and <a href="http://awesome-movie-sword-replica.blogspot.com/2008/11/darth-vader-episode-v-fx-lightsaber.html" target="_blank">Darth Vader Episode V FX Lightsaber Replica</a>("AA").</div>Yondaimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06715578132916774577noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-590973843865526499.post-34013213050503575422008-11-17T20:11:00.014+08:002010-10-03T19:47:13.562+08:00Darth Vader Episode V FX Lightsaber Replica<div style="font-family: verdana; text-align: justify;"><a href="http://tinyurl.com/darthvaderepvlightsaberreplica" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="Star Wars Darth Vader" border="0" height="200" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5269599880505703186" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitFIczs1TFmlIh9_rwwFYp0vlBFETFRcH0z4IOLJLV7goYvnwLKbKJQygkj3SvzHS_EoYx1TaU1nCn_UzGBh_Q-JJiUlc-5pdZhxHuUvgwyUAF-tAUecrvk5w2KFI88V7rWFB1dZCz4XQ/s200/Star+Wars+Darth+Vader.jpg" style="display: block; height: 304px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 288px;" width="189" /></a>Darth Vader's image was first created by concept artist Ralph McQuarrie when he drew the opening movie scene of Vader and his stormtroopers boarding a Rebel ship. Initially, Vader was imagined to fly through space to enter the ship which calls for a space suit with breathing mask. This suit was later made permanent and used throughout the film. The popular sound of Vader breathing through the mask was created by sound designer Ben Burtt, who recorded himself breathing through a scuba regulator. Darth Vader's costume draws from George Lucas' interest in feudal Japan, especially the samurai warriors. Vader's mask helmet on the other hand was taken from World War I German helmet widely known as the "Stahlhelm".<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVo6B9rgboAtUGJbcYEKexIdSPHJxRW2VB5daCKwdId9exvYrYEdEzU9vrgkzaHtt62jZp7sch6Ke7pgXvrci77EYqxMi-VKlHNxWwHQpsU4bcbElvh2Wxu_sGcEmmYzKEvTg2Yo0fGIU/s1600-h/Star+Wars+Darth+Vader+FX+Lightsaber+Replica.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="Star Wars Darth Vader FX Lightsaber Replica" border="0" height="155" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5269599762259186722" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVo6B9rgboAtUGJbcYEKexIdSPHJxRW2VB5daCKwdId9exvYrYEdEzU9vrgkzaHtt62jZp7sch6Ke7pgXvrci77EYqxMi-VKlHNxWwHQpsU4bcbElvh2Wxu_sGcEmmYzKEvTg2Yo0fGIU/s200/Star+Wars+Darth+Vader+FX+Lightsaber+Replica.jpg" style="display: block; height: 273px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 351px;" width="200" /></a></div>Ever thought of joining the Dark Side? With the <a href="http://tinyurl.com/darthvaderepvlightsaberreplica" target="_blank">Darth Vader Episode V FX Lightsaber Replica,</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=ae02e-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B0007PHN30" style="border: medium none ! important; margin: 0px ! important;" width="1" />anyone will easily succumb to the Sith. This lightsaber replica features the same durable die-cast metal parts as the <a href="http://awesome-movie-sword-replica.blogspot.com/2008/11/master-replicas-yoda-force-fx.html" target="_blank">Master Replicas Yoda Force FX Lightsaber.</a> It has a sturdy red polycarbonate blade which is permanently attached to the hilt and features realistic power-up and power-down glowing light effects (rather than the whole blade lighting up at once). When you toggle the activation switch, the blade's light light travels from the guard to the tip, thanks to the 60+ Strobe LED light tube.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://tinyurl.com/darthvaderepvlightsaberreplica" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="Star Wars Darth Vader Episode V FX Lightsaber Replica" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5269599439045564770" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeZERupDSV15TExCtUwdGdX6GmSpzdJsmqG6s_HuDUJginseumNJvr_fKwKLsHE1L6QI7dLnCmNss8s5iE1HDn-SFveCGhtgd4jufmsHgU_u0S5f_GlQTllQkIth2KAcmr37yPLT_8ouc/s1600/Star+Wars+Darth+Vader+Episode+V+FX+Lightsaber+Replica.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" /></a></div>Batteries are not included, so you'll have to source three 'AA' on your own. Have them ready beforehand cause the Darth Vader Episode V FX Lightsaber Replica comes with authentic digitally-recorded and motion-sensor-controlled sound effects that will give you goose-bumps. The same electrifying sound you heard from the silverscreen is built into the lightsaber to replicate power-up, power-down, idling, movement and saber clashing effects.<br />
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<a href="http://tinyurl.com/darthvaderepvlightsaberreplica" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" target="_blank"><img alt="Star Wars Darth Vader Episode V FX Lightsaber Replica handle" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5269599357844242722" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhg-SxaV1Pyo83Sev73q8FoOswgcs-BfayjeAuJ0ukUdpUnUfTh0N1KgiMb_hIckPSKgaPCnBui62DgqKqAdl-BTmDZGhpUf32ZBnoe2QNGHce7_VJUcJuHjg7T-4iJC8LiEHwhk3YLg-A/s400/Star+Wars+Darth+Vader+Episode+V+FX+Lightsaber+Replica+handle.jpg" style="display: block; height: 208px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 337px;" /></a>The Vader lightsaber replica also has an auto-off feature that saves battery life. Leave it for a few minutes and it automatically switches off. Overall the feedback from customers who bought the lightsaber have been overwhelming. It is durable, well-made and nicely detailed especially the chrome handle. I cannot imagine what future models will look like. Hopefully we'll all able to see the real thing in this lifetime.</div>Yondaimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06715578132916774577noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-590973843865526499.post-88492198345589899762008-11-17T01:18:00.028+08:002010-10-03T19:48:51.435+08:00Master Replicas Yoda Force FX Lightsaber<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgF9D-5zOVflAIOxcNrUwvTeTOjCAAjI31u-je5aE51T1_nbN3TejwSf4IqDrsavblCnrjumlGBz1DYNEsFTqXFagq75GlXYF-tpBk-ozuXyy59FpfM_NdzzMEdoDJtGF3pIBx4y6mxcpQ/s1600-h/Star+Wars+Master+Yoda+Lightsaber.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="Star Wars Master Yoda Lightsaber" border="0" height="150" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5269311465904407698" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgF9D-5zOVflAIOxcNrUwvTeTOjCAAjI31u-je5aE51T1_nbN3TejwSf4IqDrsavblCnrjumlGBz1DYNEsFTqXFagq75GlXYF-tpBk-ozuXyy59FpfM_NdzzMEdoDJtGF3pIBx4y6mxcpQ/s200/Star+Wars+Master+Yoda+Lightsaber.jpg" style="display: block; height: 277px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 369px;" width="200" /></a></div>This week I'll feature posts on ightsabers only, so it's officially Lightsaber Week. Whose lightsaber better to start off with than the Grand Master Yoda himself. Master Yoda is one unforgettable character from the Star Wars franchise (many English professors will concur to that). In Episode II : Attack of the Clones, it's puzzling how the Jedi younglings understand a single word coming from Yoda (I had to take an extra second just to rearrange the words in my head), and parents never worried about their gifted children grow-up talking funny.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinvw6fRiBY9DEKP2j8UerENIuN-WWnEM5u1qedm96U-gcTrktVJSP7jBm4elSjQDoRYxUX6yHDu44SXYo0eMuVRNtP-F95mgiOWjUDHHQHNGIFxojBQrMo0QxoIn41LW7Qwx7kn4iP6J4/s1600-h/Sith+Lord+fight+Master+Yoda.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="Sith Lord fight Master Yoda" border="0" height="174" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5269311363088673890" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinvw6fRiBY9DEKP2j8UerENIuN-WWnEM5u1qedm96U-gcTrktVJSP7jBm4elSjQDoRYxUX6yHDu44SXYo0eMuVRNtP-F95mgiOWjUDHHQHNGIFxojBQrMo0QxoIn41LW7Qwx7kn4iP6J4/s200/Sith+Lord+fight+Master+Yoda.jpg" style="display: block; height: 319px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 366px;" width="200" /></a></div>Yoda first appeared in 'The Empire Strikes Back' as a Jedi Master in hiding. Before the Jedi was declared as enemies of the Republic, Yoda was a Grand Master of the Jedi Order. He is portrayed as a wise and powerful Jedi Master but in the end still fell short to the devious Sith Lord. George Lucas originally wanted Yoda to follow other characters in having a full name, Yoda Minch. But it was later decided to have Yoda's history remain a mystery. Yoda's alien race has never been mentioned in any media. He is merely stated as a "mysterious species" by the Star Wars Databank. The closest ever heard of was "tridactyl species" which simply means they have three fingers.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh57nIbz5CwPfb-Qad1BDfsZ4WLdYOrpsHYNVqJVhn-8KPO8msZSKnuB7sq38o6DNRPniH6DfoKgNSW074gxCIOCm7NR1mDClG8WT4ldDJqMsqEY5IpwyMUw7hyCoNC_nGxzOPf7Ov3I40/s1600-h/Star+Wars+Master+Yoda+Lightsaber+2.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="Star Wars Master Yoda Lightsaber" border="0" height="95" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5269311221160183106" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh57nIbz5CwPfb-Qad1BDfsZ4WLdYOrpsHYNVqJVhn-8KPO8msZSKnuB7sq38o6DNRPniH6DfoKgNSW074gxCIOCm7NR1mDClG8WT4ldDJqMsqEY5IpwyMUw7hyCoNC_nGxzOPf7Ov3I40/s200/Star+Wars+Master+Yoda+Lightsaber+2.jpg" style="display: block; height: 191px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 400px;" width="200" /></a></div>The movies and Expanded Universe reveal that Yoda had trained quite a few distinguished Jedi, including Count Dooku who was his old Padawan Learner. Then there's Mace Windu, Obi-Wan Kenobi (before Qui-Gon Jinn took over), Ki-Adi-Mundi, Kit Fisto and the last Luke Skywalker. In the animated series Star Wars: Clone Wars, which is set somewhere between Attack of the Clones and Revenge of the Sith, Yoda mentioned that he trained one of the leaders in the Jedi Council, Master Oppo Rancisis. In the Star Wars prequel he was shown instructing all the younglings in the Jedi Temple before they were assigned a master.<br />
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<a href="http://tinyurl.com/yodafxlightsabermasterreplicas" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" target="_blank"><img alt="Star Wars Master Replicas Yoda Force FX Lightsaber" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5269309320079831602" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7tqwNkdCwIqYP6T2bxHL_45wX4mlm2DplGtRT6M4X5AkcJ60RrsjYOTjPpDhaqnjFo36IgJfbUs-4_VMtTPKHDyq-3UHu00rmkZUz5z8yZRhKhLJQ5AMXefbwz3NqhOeNAezeBMXW7cA/s400/Star+Wars+Master+Replicas+Yoda+Force+FX+Lightsaber.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; display: block; height: 304px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 304px;" /></a>Check out the <a href="http://tinyurl.com/yodafxlightsabermasterreplicas" target="_blank">Star Wars Master Replicas Yoda Force FX Lightsaber.</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=ae02e-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B000ML91WK" style="border: medium none ! important; margin: 0px ! important;" width="1" />This first-class Master Yoda lightsaber replica from the Star Wars prequel features tough die-cast metal parts that look and feel like a real weapon. Batteries are not included, so you'll have to source three 'AAA' on your own. Have them ready beforehand cause the Master Replicas Yoda Force FX Lightsaber comes with authentic digitally-recorded and motion-sensor-controlled sound effects that will give you goose-bumps. The same electrifying sound you heard from the silverscreen is built into the lightsaber to replicate power-up, power-down, idling, movement and saber clashing effects.<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRSV9pkMhi45Apkbcm3MxoOTIzczkH5Xkuldnw2nxAaePMfNfY6jYYEztYrXlm8lht8ZsOgtOeJQKPGy1CdG_lwtZ0HGOCYupWMHxS3c9JzZ1Wai8o9AwxCdpUzTLlCH1zRM4Bfl41Zys/s1600-h/Star+Wars+Master+Replicas+Yoda+Force+FX+Lightsaber+customer.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" target="_blank"><img alt="Star Wars Master Replicas Yoda Force FX Lightsaber customer" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5269309098128967618" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRSV9pkMhi45Apkbcm3MxoOTIzczkH5Xkuldnw2nxAaePMfNfY6jYYEztYrXlm8lht8ZsOgtOeJQKPGy1CdG_lwtZ0HGOCYupWMHxS3c9JzZ1Wai8o9AwxCdpUzTLlCH1zRM4Bfl41Zys/s400/Star+Wars+Master+Replicas+Yoda+Force+FX+Lightsaber+customer.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; display: block; height: 301px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 275px;" /></a>For the blade, a sturdy green polycarbonate is permanently attached to the hilt and displays realistic power-up and power-down glowing light effects. If you're wondering how bright the blade can go, just look at the image above. Many customers who bought the Yoda FX lightsaber love its weight and ease of handling.<br />
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<a href="http://tinyurl.com/yodafxlightsabermasterreplicas" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" target="_blank"><img alt="Star Wars Master Replicas Yoda Force FX Lightsaber hilt" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5269312338533230386" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifOda3LexjbkihggoNs3TcVYGUwtPgBcK5zEOO_pbDlnENW0Ty_Mz_hpgwmtWHf7-rquSv8XyzD1zWlxqgP9pfNGLSBPUlxIaef91Ie3hGve7BTfPFTvlOdBpllAwS_Wp0StbDveHg74c/s400/Star+Wars+Master+Replicas+Yoda+Force+FX+Lightsaber+hilt.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; display: block; height: 332px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 332px;" /></a>No need to worry where to place your precious lightsaber when not in use, cause a handsome display stand is also included with every purchase. Last checked, the Master Replicas Yoda Force FX Lightsaber was on a 33% discount offer, while stocks last.</div>Yondaimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06715578132916774577noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-590973843865526499.post-68864120862253155022008-11-13T13:12:00.021+08:002010-10-01T13:51:36.732+08:00Heroes Takezo Kensei Movie Sword Replica<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkeUGPst8vC6WZEsNMSaWAhp5qR0rloAiYJm93C43wrzYtMtgPQmOB0RIDJyQn7N9ugSRR0z266mMUXI0zhfQgxWQGv8VehtPSieCOdGMvHBybu6aA0oxqsNx1d73OU6QrTDFkcqnbfCg/s1600-h/Heroes+Hiro+Nakamura+with+Takezo+Kensei+sword.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="Heroes Hiro Nakamura with Takezo Kensei sword" border="0" height="150" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5268009159191566242" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkeUGPst8vC6WZEsNMSaWAhp5qR0rloAiYJm93C43wrzYtMtgPQmOB0RIDJyQn7N9ugSRR0z266mMUXI0zhfQgxWQGv8VehtPSieCOdGMvHBybu6aA0oxqsNx1d73OU6QrTDFkcqnbfCg/s200/Heroes+Hiro+Nakamura+with+Takezo+Kensei+sword.jpg" style="display: block; height: 300px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 400px;" width="200" /></a><br />
In NBC sci-fi series HEROES, Adam Monroe is the same Takezo Kensei from feudal Japan who has the ability to regenerate his body making him almost immortal. He's like the Highlander MacLeod hybrid minus the Scottish accent and kilt. In Japanese history, Takezo Kensei is actually a revered hero - the word "Kensei" is a title which literally means "Sword Saint". Takezo Kensei lived his life as a swordsman who fought dozens of battles to protect the people of Japan and their freedom. In the TV hit series, Hiro Nakamura came to idolize Takezo from bedtime stories read by his father when he was a child.<br />
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Legend has it at a time when Japan was facing the threat of an impending war, Takezo found a sword frozen in the snow with mystical powers that helped him focus his strength and courage. To learn more of the sword's secrets and save Japan, he went to meet the Dragon of Kiso Mountain and asked for his help. The Dragon agreed but only in exchange for the love of his life. Takezo was deeply in love with a princess but he knew Japan would fall if he did not make this sacrifice. He finally agreed and the Dragon taught him everything he needed to know. With the knowledge and skills learned, Takezo became Kensei - a sword saint and won a great battle which saved the people of Japan.<br />
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After the battle, the Dragon came to Kensei’s palace to claim his prize but Kensei refused to surrender the princess. Instead he cut out his own heart, handed it to the Dragon and said, “My love is in here. Take it.” And then he died. The Dragon was deeply moved to see that Kensei was willing to sacrifice himself for his people and his true love. Impressed with Kensei's true and righteous virtue, the Dragon revived Kensei’s heart and breathed fire-life back into his corpse. Given a second chance, the Takezo dynasty went on to rule Japan with valor and love for a hundred years. Pretty nice folklore if I may say so.<br />
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There is a licensed reproduction of the <a href="http://tinyurl.com/TakezoKenseiSwordUnitedCutlery" target="_blank">HEROES Takezo Kensei Movie Sword Replica by United Cutlery.</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=ae02e-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B001CXPMK2" style="border: medium none ! important; margin: 0px ! important;" width="1" /> The sword reproduction is meticulously detailed and crafted with tempered, hand-forged high-carbon blade just like the actual TV prop. This stunning sword has an overall length of 42" and blade length of 28.5". It features a genuine leather wrapped handle, genuine rayskin covered grip, and solid brass helix ornaments. The widely-known emblem is inscribed onto the handle in gold. The movie sword includes a wooden shoulder scabbard and display stand. This adult collectable sword is individually laser serialized to ensure authenticity. Last checked, the sword was on 54% discount and avid collectors will know this is a bargain considering UC products are known to be pricey. Now you can save the world and your wallet at the same time.<br />
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If there are no stocks available or you prefer a cheaper alternative, check out the <a href="http://tinyurl.com/TakezoKenseiSwordHeavenlysword" target="_blank">HEROES Takezo Kensei Movie Sword Replica from Heavenlyswords.</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=ae02e-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B001KJ8EAS" style="border: medium none ! important; margin: 0px ! important;" width="1" /> Last checked, it was below USD100.Yondaimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06715578132916774577noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-590973843865526499.post-46754953777577301212008-11-08T16:25:00.014+08:002010-10-01T13:44:05.130+08:00Halo Energy Sword Replica<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqcJt3ygJeWqrMQXHEWPuUCyx3zG3aUo_EWM10V1h-4SQDDeoGtLerx8EoRWJ3CL-EmGzEaBS-s6wQbaQJfa9aLeJz6-ZszpmukYJma2wM-wQuqyQ5ufQ30TFyj2IKzgaeOP7GzNpcwMg/s1600-h/Duel_Halo+Energy+Sword.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="Duel Halo Energy Sword" border="0" height="200" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5266224313970325362" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqcJt3ygJeWqrMQXHEWPuUCyx3zG3aUo_EWM10V1h-4SQDDeoGtLerx8EoRWJ3CL-EmGzEaBS-s6wQbaQJfa9aLeJz6-ZszpmukYJma2wM-wQuqyQ5ufQ30TFyj2IKzgaeOP7GzNpcwMg/s200/Duel_Halo+Energy+Sword.jpg" style="display: block; height: 291px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 273px;" width="187" /></a><br />
The Halo Energy Sword replica from the infamous console game Halo is one futuristic looking sword. Personally I'd rather call it a dagger but democracy means follow the majority. I was at an electronic store when I saw the Halo 3 video preview, and it was awesome. Really trying hard not to get that console cause I was once a PC Game addict. Still fresh in my mind are the 4 hours sleep days everytime a great game was launched, though having a day job which sometimes stretched late into the night didn't do much to stop me.<br />
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Since I'm not a Halo addict (yet), I dug for more info on the sword. Learned some old science along the way and refueled my games addiction even more. The Halo Energy Sword which is also known as the Plasma Sword is a close-quarter Sangheili melee weapon. It is mainly used by Zealot Sangheili in Halo 2 although Special Operations Elites have also been known to employ it in close-quarter combat. The Energy Sword is also one of the main weapons favoured by the Arbiter, whose race helped create the weapon.<br />
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The Energy Sword's plasma is conveniently shaped into a blade-like form by a magnetic-field generator built into the weapon's handle. The blade has two points due to the magnetic properties of the weapon where two poles need two points (bet you don't learn these from a light-saber). The hot energy of the blade can cut through most armor, so it's no surprise to cut an opponent in half with one sweep.<br />
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In Halo : Combat Evolved, if the Elite drops the Energy Sword, a fail-safe mechanism triggers and deactivates the magnetic field without dispensing the plasma, consuming the handle and thus destroying the weapon. In Halo 2, a similar fail-safe feature is active when not wielding the weapon directly. The handle must be under constant pressure from the wielder in order to be activated so that the weapon can be stored safely.<br />
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<a href="http://tinyurl.com/haloenergygreyeagle" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" target="_blank"><img alt="Halo Energy Sword Replica from Grey Eagle" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5266223722936486274" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_selktLww0B8NR2eB7ApID8h15w-ys_71G0djd2iLxFxJ16jlAu3RrsaH85a3h24L9pOhztstxToqBC5i2nfWsH0qYQrK0n0OTGFT48sfqVm70RRctLn04fj9BbxuZIyOwKnaNgI91m4/s400/Halo+Energy+Sword+Replica+from+Grey+Eagle.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; display: block; height: 262px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 262px;" /></a><br />
The unique <a href="http://tinyurl.com/haloenergygreyeagle" style="font-family: verdana;" target="_blank">Halo Energy Sword replica from GreyEagle</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=ae02e-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B001F3972I" style="border: medium none ! important; font-family: verdana; margin: 0px ! important;" width="1" /> is a twin Stainless Steel Blade coated with titanium plating to give it a rainbow finish electric look. The rainbow color reflecting off the blade is claimed to vary with the angle of light. Pretty cool idea to mimic the Plasma look, I guess it's something like the holographic sticker on my sedan's oil filter (supposedly prove it's not some cheap filter from Taiwan). I did come across a less pricey replica which received bad feedback from a buyer who complained the rainbow colour staying the same even if the sword was upside-down. In my opinion even if the rainbow thing is there initially, I wouldn't count on the shine to last forever. The Energy Sword replica from GreyEagle has an overall length of 27.5" and handle width of 10". The handle is made using custom-molded gray plastic and can be hung on a hardwood plaque that comes with the sword replica. It's a nice looking piece but if they could make the blade near the handle wider and bigger, it would look more like a sword.Yondaimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06715578132916774577noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-590973843865526499.post-797166167062340402008-11-03T15:21:00.019+08:002010-10-02T11:02:21.457+08:00Rurouni Kenshin Reverse Blade Sword Replica (Sakabato)<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNzeqi02tL6ToQMDwy9mw-jz9zB53cOnSzf8snqesXJ5x1DYd7YxjSfDJE6DvRShTaHY2bCXglzspZCALhR9dbCsCXfmk8VmLl6goD2D9bIcqgHYqAFjZYiZs-V1TXRJ9IZIS03JZfmI0/s1600-h/Rurouni+Kenshin+Himura-Hitokiri+Battousai-poster2.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="Rurouni Kenshin Himura Hitokiri Battousai poster" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5264329825608012530" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNzeqi02tL6ToQMDwy9mw-jz9zB53cOnSzf8snqesXJ5x1DYd7YxjSfDJE6DvRShTaHY2bCXglzspZCALhR9dbCsCXfmk8VmLl6goD2D9bIcqgHYqAFjZYiZs-V1TXRJ9IZIS03JZfmI0/s1600/Rurouni+Kenshin+Himura-Hitokiri+Battousai-poster2.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;" /></a><br />
Kenshin Himura is the popular character from the Rurouni Kenshin manga series created by Nobuhiro Watsuki. Watsuki designed Kenshin to be the physical opposite of Hiko Seijuro, a character that appeared in his first one-shot manga - 'Crescent Moon in the Warring States'. Seijuro was later introduced into Rurouni Kenshin as Kenshin's mentor and master.<br />
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The manga setting takes place during the early Meiji period in Japan. Kenshin Himura is a legendary assassin known as 'Hitokiri Battosai' or 'Battosai the Slayer'. At the end of the Bakumatsu, he became a wandering samurai, wielding a Sakabato. The term Sakabato literally means 'reverse blade sword' which is a unique type of Japanese sword. The normal Japanese Katana favoured by the samurai has the outwardly-curved side of the blade sharpened, the Sakabato is sharpened on the opposite inwardly-curved side. This is why it is known as a reverse blade sword. It is non-lethal until it's turned over. Although many Sakabato replicas have been reproduced, it is purely a brainchild of Nobuhiro Watsuki and no such sword has ever been recorded in history.<br />
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A fan of the Shinsengumi, Watsuki designed the characters based on real Shinsengumi members and other historical icons from the Bakumatsu period. In actual Japanese history, the Four Hitokiri of the Bakumatsu (Bakumatsu Shidai Hitokiri) was a term given to four samurai during the Bakumatsu era. The four samurai were Kawakami Gensai, Kirino Toshiaki (also known as Nakamura Hanjiro), Tanaka Shinbei, and Okada Izo. Kenshin Himura's character was loosely taken from Kawakami Gensai. The four samurai were warrior elites who opposed the Tokugawa shogunate and later supported the Meiji Emperor. Along with the title of Hitokiri, they were also called 'The Four Butchers' (Shidai Nikuya) or 'Heaven's Punishment against enemies of Imperial restoration' (Teikoku Fukki no Teki ni Taisuru Tenchu).<br />
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The first sword replica featured here is the functional version. The elegant <a href="http://tinyurl.com/kenshinreversebladesworddemon" target="_blank">Rurouni Kenshin Reverse Blade Sword replica (Sakabato) from SwordDemon</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=ae02e-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B0012AMJB0" style="border: medium none ! important; margin: 0px ! important;" width="1" /> is constructed from one fine piece of high-carbon steel and buffed to a low polish finish. The Sakabato sword replica has an overall closed length of 40.75", overall opened length 39.25", blade length 27.5" and blade thickness 0.3". If you've always wondered what a reverse blade look like, check out the image below. Isn't that a sight for sore eyes? Unlike a conventional Katana, the reverse blade has its sharp edge on the inside-curve of the blade, which in the image is the top edge with a visible Hamon (temper pattern). Due to the razor-sharp edge, this sword should not be used by children and caution is highly recommended.<br />
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The outward-curve of the full tang blade is blunt, shown in the image as the bottom edge. You can see the bottom edge has a wide Shinogi (blade ridge) decorated with an even deep Hi (groove). Notice the entirely different Kissaki (blade point) at the blade tip. The Tsuba (guard) has a simple and elegant round design, just like the anime. The Tsuka (handle) has been created with traditional Samurai components and uses authentic Same (rayskin cover for Tsuka) with a real Ito (braid) wrapped cloth handle. With the antiqued Fuchi (collar on hilt) and Kashira (pommel), the full tang Sakabato makes a stunning addition to your Katana collection. You don't see a reverse blade sword everyday right?<br />
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The sword has been reproduced under the specifications of the Rurouni Kenshin anime series' and mangas. Included with the Rurouni Kenshin Reverse Blade Sword replica (Sakabato) is a black cotton sword bag and wooden Saya (scabbard) coated with a high-gloss black finish. Last checked, the Sakabato sword replica was on 49% discount, a bargain for Kenshin fans.<br />
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<a href="http://tinyurl.com/kenshinreversebladeroyalarm" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" target="_blank"><img alt="Rurouni Kenshin Reverse Blade Sword Replica Sakabato RoyalArm" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5264329089349660338" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhS818h3ZqWYpq9e4ZebDBe_SfnohbHVhZElp0kdnZ3HwNhaLXFTRW4e5ue2PobAg-oZAfcBmjULfr6nZfjM5kwLNpgWdyH4do5L7E3UXbpYsN1_icOA0W2EPMhbL5uNxA5XMUqK4Jziro/s400/Rurouni+Kenshin+Reverse+Blade+Sword+Replica+%28Sakabato%29+RoyalArm.JPG" style="cursor: pointer; display: block; height: 253px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 318px;" /></a><br />
If you are looking for a decorative sword, then the <a href="http://tinyurl.com/kenshinreversebladeroyalarm" target="_blank">40" Rurouni Kenshin Reverse Blade Sword Replica (Sakabato) from RoyalArm</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=ae02e-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B001JINUQI" style="border: medium none ! important; margin: 0px ! important;" width="1" /> is a good choice. The sword replica has an overall length of 40", handle length 10.5" and blade length 27.5". The blade is made of 440 Stainless Steel with a slightly sharpened edge. The Saya (scabbard) is lacquered in glossy black paint and stamped with a golden Japanese Kanji. Both guard and pommel have an antique silver finish.Yondaimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06715578132916774577noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-590973843865526499.post-14955479359164818532008-10-26T19:31:00.014+08:002010-10-01T13:32:28.320+08:00Zabuza Momochi Sword Replica - Naruto<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvyw-VD5rQ5kOX9gShyphenhyphen44HqWVn0EX4KGkZ1-0GnL41ZY92mfxs5DpU6GbH3JAaH-c_VCoEgJIZZaJ7vnEaxuUPIfYeIOmM74jxCJyvQAXuLZ6lweloV5rNY-7yDQ5g9gLPoGmyT7lU6aU/s1600-h/momochi+zabuza-sword-Kubikiri+Hocho.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="zabuza momochi sword Kubikiri Hocho" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5261425502461261234" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvyw-VD5rQ5kOX9gShyphenhyphen44HqWVn0EX4KGkZ1-0GnL41ZY92mfxs5DpU6GbH3JAaH-c_VCoEgJIZZaJ7vnEaxuUPIfYeIOmM74jxCJyvQAXuLZ6lweloV5rNY-7yDQ5g9gLPoGmyT7lU6aU/s400/momochi+zabuza-sword-Kubikiri+Hocho.jpg" style="display: block; height: 333px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 203px;" /></a><br />
Zabuza Momochi is one of the first strong adversaries appearing at the beginning chapters of Naruto. Zabuza was once a member of the Kirigakure's Seven Swordsmen of the Mist, a group of shinobi who wield exceptionally large swords. The swords are passed down from one generation to another. Zabuza's sword is called Kubikiri Hocho which translates to "Decapitating Knife".<br />
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After a failed coup to assassinate Kirigakure's leadership, Zabuza and his followers fled the village and began working as hired assassins. As a Kirigakure shinobi, he is well-skilled in water-jutsu and this was shown in the fight with Hatake Kakashi and company which marks one of the early pinnacle battles in Naruto. In the end Zabuza was defeated by Kakashi and this failure caused him his life when his employer decided to hire other assassins to take him out.<br />
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After his death, Zabuza's sword ended-up in the hands of Suigetsu Houzuki who is the brother of Mangetsu Houzuki (believed to be one of the Seven Swordsmen). Suigetsu later joined Uchiha Sasuke's Hawk group after Sasuke defeated Orochimaru.<br />
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Sometime before being introduced, Suigetsu trained to be one of Kirigakure's Seven Swordsmen of the Mist but failed. Suigetsu then begun his quest to collect all of the swords of the Seven Swordsmen for himself instead. To this end, he hopes to be able to take Hoshigaki Kisame's sword Samehada by working with Sasuke.<br />
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Zabuza fans will certainly want a life-size replica of Kubikiri Hocho which is a whopping huge sword to wield, not to mention the weight. Bad news is I couldn't find a steel replica of that size. Good news is the <a href="http://tinyurl.com/zabuzamomochitopswords" style="font-family: verdana;" target="_blank">Stainless Steel Zabuza Momochi Sword replica from TopSwords</a> which is a smaller 42" version of the sword. Overall I'd say it's a pretty marvelous looking piece especially the huge blade. The blade is made of 440 Stainless Steel with a width as wide as the guard. It features a hollow circle near the blade tip and partial hollow at the blade edge near the guard, similar to the design in the anime. The handle is made of metal and wrapped with leather. There are four exposed metal rings at the handle making the Zabuza Momochi Sword really eye-catching. A genuine leather sheath is also included with the sword replica.<br />
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If you're looking for Zabuza's costume, check out the site at <a href="http://allanimedvd.com/narutoitems.htm?referrer_id=299" target="_blank">AllAnimeDVD.com.</a> They also have selections of other Naruto character costumes. Perfect for Halloween, birthdays, cosplay events and themed parties. Just take your pick.Yondaimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06715578132916774577noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-590973843865526499.post-86711075016068184692008-10-26T01:26:00.010+08:002010-10-03T19:50:16.216+08:00The Last Samurai Movie Sword Replica<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEju0ga9LyOjRDHZ9ts17bRH-Dm7wvlhMe_MiUvMwWJSarPCYCGPjJn3ZoSLvfnc5iXas5h_g_yzU6WPBIUJxXwjosbkH2t8hRX9BToiK4ANSspnWZlr_zjiE3Ju9Tr3AzGfGP1FUR6oPpA/s1600-h/the_last_samurai.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="the last samurai sword tom cruise" border="0" height="200" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5261151119296268898" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEju0ga9LyOjRDHZ9ts17bRH-Dm7wvlhMe_MiUvMwWJSarPCYCGPjJn3ZoSLvfnc5iXas5h_g_yzU6WPBIUJxXwjosbkH2t8hRX9BToiK4ANSspnWZlr_zjiE3Ju9Tr3AzGfGP1FUR6oPpA/s200/the_last_samurai.jpg" style="display: block; height: 361px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 268px;" width="148" /></a><br />
I'm not a big fan of Tom Cruise but I sure seen a lot of his antiques in real life and had a few good laughs. I'm sure Oprah did too. The Last Samurai (2003) movie starring Mr. Cruise, tells the story of an American soldier Nathan Algren who initially fought against the samurai led by Lord Katsumoto, but in the end joined forces and fought alongside them during the Meiji Restoration era in 1876 and 1877. The movie is not a true story but it does contain historical elements from the 1877 Satsuma Rebellion led by Saigo Takamori and the story of Jules Brunet, a French army captain who fought alongside Enomoto Takeaki in a previous Boshin War.<br />
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Historically, the only recorded significant event of foreigners assuming active role in Japanese civil war is that of French military advisors under Jules Brunet and this was during the Boshin War, not the Satsuma Rebellion featured in the film. They joined forces favourable to the Shogun under Enomoto Takeaki. The Last Samurai also replaced the key French figures with American characters.<br />
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In the real Satsuma Rebellion, no Westerners were ever recorded to have fought on either side of the rebellion. The battle was also more one-sided than what was described in The Last Samurai. The event happened in 1877,10 years after the Boshin War, and 10 years after the Imperial Japanese Army was formed. The Imperial Army sent a massive force of 300,000 soldiers under Kawamura Sumiyoshi to the island of Kyushu to crush Saigo Takamori and his 40,000 strong troops. The Imperial soldiers were equipped with modern weaponries including howitzers and surveillance balloons. In reality all sides of the conflict in both Boshin War and Satsuma Rebellion, used modern equipment to some degree.<br />
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Although the character of Lord Katsumoto (played by Ken Watanabe) is based on Saigo Takamori, the last battle in the movie is not taken from his final stand against the Imperial Army. The scene was actually based on a different battle where a group of disgruntled retainers attacked the new Imperial Army without any firearms or western weapons and that event took place somewhere around the same time.<br />
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In the ending chapters of The Last Samurai, Nathan Algren (Tom Cruise) received a Japanese katana from the samurai. That katana has been reproduced by Musashi into an exact functional sword replica. The <a href="http://tinyurl.com/thelastsamurai247swords" style="font-family: verdana;" target="_blank">Musashi Handmade Full-Tang Last Samurai Movie Sword Replica from 247Swords</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=ae02e-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B001IAYN4U" style="border: medium none ! important; font-family: verdana; margin: 0px ! important;" width="1" /> has an overall length of 41", blade Length 28" and handle length 11". The fully-functional blade is made of 1060 high-carbon steel, hammered out to ensure the carbon is evenly distributed throughout the blade for a consistent hardness. A groove is added to the blade top to reduce the weight of the blade.<br />
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Inscribed on the Last Samurai Sword's blade is the Kanji "I belong to the warrior in whom the old ways have joined the new". The blade features a kissake (blade point), hamon (temper pattern) and comes with a sharpened edge. A full-tang construction is built into the movie sword. The habaki (blade collar) is a one piece brass construction with two copper seppa (washer/spacer). The actual tsuba (guard) is blackened iron with a pin-wheel design. Black cotton cord wraps the tsuka (handle) over a white ray skin and secures the kashira (pommel) made of oxidized copper. The tangs of the Last Samurai Movie Sword are secured by two bamboo mekugi (sword peg) while the menuki (hilt ornaments) are copper dragons on each sides of the handle. The saya (scabbard) is made of hard wood with a high-gloss black finish. The koiguchi (scabbard mouth) is bull horn while the sageo (cord) is a black cotton cord wrapped over the kurikata (loop for cord). This Last Samurai Movie Sword replica also comes with a free wooden display stand and a beautiful gift box decorated with yellow silk inlay.<br />
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If you prefer a decorative sword, the <a href="http://tinyurl.com/thelastsamuraitrueswords" style="font-family: verdana;" target="_blank">Stainless Steel Last Samurai Movie Sword Replica from TrueSwords</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=ae02e-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B000EPTF2U" style="border: medium none ! important; font-family: verdana; margin: 0px ! important;" width="1" /> is a nice alternative although it's not an exact replica. The sword has an overall length of 41.25" and the blade is made of 440 Stainless Steel. It does not feature a full-tang construction and the tsuba (guard) has a different design - a golden dragon figure encircling the solid guard. The handle is made of wood and the sword comes with a display stand inscribed "Bushido" in Japanese.Yondaimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06715578132916774577noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-590973843865526499.post-80539471390296225862008-10-25T18:39:00.001+08:002010-10-03T19:17:40.094+08:00No More Sword Pose?Just read this weird news on BBC: A teenager from Ayrshire who was caught posing with a sword on the social networking site Bebo has been fined £200 at Kilmarnock Sheriff Court. Anthony Bowman, 19, pleaded guilty to displaying the image on Bebo between January 2006 and July 2008. His case came to light after police conducted a trawl of the internet in a bid to cut crime and disorder. Read more on <a href="http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/scotland/glasgow_and_west/7716388.stm" target="_blank">Court fine over Bebo sword image.</a>Yondaimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06715578132916774577noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-590973843865526499.post-76341658411071803082008-10-24T18:34:00.016+08:002010-10-01T14:36:44.367+08:00Kisuke Urahara Benihime Sword Replica - Bleach<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXv3sE_hYsOIANP6RwK_guXEG80Tu0-LHrWqUFiXFK4doc4Ym5b1FysP7AMqXcG4cBi1uinWXTPAtJt4mYaR4w3fX9bBLZBYCh6O-gXl4QkiPsMcgYDskiWPLBBWCbMXyPrnjhvTWHTkc/s1600-h/Urahara-Benihime-unreleased.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="kisuke urahara benihime sword unawaken sealed cane" border="0" height="150" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5260681697340599202" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXv3sE_hYsOIANP6RwK_guXEG80Tu0-LHrWqUFiXFK4doc4Ym5b1FysP7AMqXcG4cBi1uinWXTPAtJt4mYaR4w3fX9bBLZBYCh6O-gXl4QkiPsMcgYDskiWPLBBWCbMXyPrnjhvTWHTkc/s200/Urahara-Benihime-unreleased.jpg" style="display: block; height: 240px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 320px;" width="200" /></a><br />
Kisuke Urahara's zanpakutou in sealed form is a shikomizue called Benihime which translates to "crimson princess". Shikomizue which literally means "prepared cane" is actually the name of the mounting where the sword blade is placed in, to conceal the fact that it is a sword and thus provide the element of surprise. In Urahara's case, it is a walking cane stick and I guess it reflects Urahara's mysterious and reserved personality.<br />
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This type of mounting was used commonly by shinobi (Ninja) in ancient days and made popular by the fictional blind swordmaster Zatoichi. The sheathe of Benihime also has the ability to dislodge a soul from the body.<br />
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To release Benihime's shikai form, Urahara uses the command "okiro" or "awaken". In shikai form, Benihime's blade is wider and the hilt end bends at an angle. Its slim guard runs parallel with the blade which is rare among all zanpakutou. There are two red silk tassels attached to the guard and pommel. A short chain is also hangs from the guard.<br />
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Benihime has two known special abilities activated by the command "nake" or "sing/cry". It creates a polygonal "blood-mist shield" which defends against most attacks and hurl a crimson energy blast similar to a cero. Urahara being a former captain of Gotei 13 has achieved bankai but it is yet to be revealed. Amazingly he achieved bankai in only three days. His previous comments suggest it's either insanely powerful or not an offensive type.<br />
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The <a href="http://tinyurl.com/uraharabenihimeroyalarm" style="font-family: verdana;" target="_blank">Kisuke Urahara Benihime Sword replica from RoyalArm</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=ae02e-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B001EWYXEW" style="border: medium none ! important; font-family: verdana; margin: 0px ! important;" width="1" /> is a beautiful decorative sword with great attention to detail. The sword has an overall length of 47". The blade is made of 440 stainless steel and features a full-tang construction. Benihime Sword's guard and pommel have polished copper-like surface similar to the anime design. There were some replicas I came across on the net having gray-weathered black guard and pommel instead, and priced higher than RoyalArm's.<br />
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If there are no stocks available at RoyalArm which do happens occasionally due to sudden high demand, you can opt for the alternative <a href="http://tinyurl.com/benihimecollectiblecutlery" target="_blank">Kisuke Urahara Benihime Sword replica from Collectible Cutlery.</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=ae02e-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B001G080ZU" style="border: medium none ! important; margin: 0px ! important;" width="1" /><br />
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Glamdring is originally the sword forged for the Elven King Turgon in the First Age. In The Hobbit, Glamdring went missing for six thousand years until Gandalf found it in the Troll-hoard of Bert, Tom, and William in the Trollshaws. The swords Sting and Orcrist were also found in the troll's cave. As with many First Age Elven blades, the swords glow blue in the presence of Orcs.<br />
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Glamdring along with Orcrist, its mate are described as having "beautiful scabbards and jewelled hilts" and are inscribed with runes which Gandalf himself couldn't read. He recognizes that "they are not made by any troll, nor by any smith among men in these parts and days." Later when the swords were presented to Elrond of Rivendell, he deciphers the runes and explains the swords' true origin and purpose. They were crafted by the Elves of Gondolin for the "Goblin-wars". Elrond calls Glamdring "Foe-hammer that the king of Gondolin once wore". The Goblins name it "Beater".<br />
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In the Misty Mountains when Thorin Oakenshield and his companions were attacked by Orcs, Gandalf came to their rescue with flash of fire and smoke. He used Glamdring to severe the head of the Great Goblin. The other Orcs fled when they recognized the legendary sword Beater. Gandalf continued to use Glamdring throughout the saga in The Lord of the Rings. In Moria, he wielded the sword against Orcs in the Chamber of Mazarbul. On the Bridge of Khazad-dum, Gandalf confronted Balrog with Glamdring. The blade gleamed with white light and shattered Balrog's red sword into molten fragments. After demolishing the bridge pass with his staff, Gandalf and the Balrog fell into the abyss but continued to fight until Balrog fled to the Endless Stair. In the Battle of the Peak, Gandalf finally defeated Balrog.<br />
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When Gandalf returned as the White, he still had Glamdring by his side. Then he left the sword in the care of Hama, the Doorward of Theoden at Meduseld. Gandalf later retrieved Glamdring and bore it throughout the War of the Ring. When the war was over, Gandalf returned to Bree with the Hobbits. It is not known whether Gandalf took Glamdring with him to the Undying Lands at the end of the Third Age.<br />
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The best price I could find at the time of this post was the <a href="http://tinyurl.com/ucglamdringefunctional" target="_blank">United Cutlery Glamdring Movie Sword Replica sold by Efunctional.</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=ae02e-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B000S5DT3C" style="border: medium none ! important; margin: 0px ! important;" width="1" /> However there was only 1 unit of stock left. The United Cutlery Glamdring Movie Sword Replica is a premium quality reproduction using the finest grade materials and craftsmanship. The authentically detailed sword is presented with a hardwood wall display plaque and a certificate of authenticity. It features genuine leather-wrapped handgrip and an antique silver-finished solid metal guard and pommel engraved with an elvish writing. The blade is 36" long and made of 0.25" thick tempered 420 J2 stainless steel. The Glamdring movie sword has an overall length of 47.625".<br />
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If the remaining stock has been sold out, alternatively you can purchase the <a href="http://tinyurl.com/5owkms" target="_blank">United Cutlery Glamdring Movie Sword replica sold by TolkienTown,</a> the one-stop center for all things Tolkien.<br />
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If you don't have the room space for the 47" sword, you can opt for the <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00063SPLM?ie=UTF8&tag=ae02e-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00063SPLM" target="_blank">Mini United Cutlery Glamdring Movie Sword.</a><img src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=ae02e-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00063SPLM" width="1" height="1" border="0" alt="" style="border:none !important; margin:0px !important;" /> It has a blade length of 7.13" and overall length 9.5". The falsed-edged blade is made of 420 J2 stainless steel while the handle is cast metal with an antique finish. The mini sword is placed onto a cold cast porcelain display with hand-painted finish and brass shield.Yondaimehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06715578132916774577noreply@blogger.com0