Making My First SHIELD Ever!

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This time we're making an epic elven / elf inspired fantasy shield to compliment the armor I made a while ago!
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🧰 MATERIALS:
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- 4mm plywood
- Black spray laquer
- Gloss clear coat
- 3mm veg tan leather for the straps
- UV resin
- Alclad airbrush paint in the colors:
~ Chrome
~ Silver candy base
~ Violet enamel
~ Polished brass
~ Klear Kote Gloss
🔨 TOOLS:
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- Ratchet straps - large pvc pipe
- Endless clamps
- Wood glue
- Misc electrical sanders
- Laser cutter (alternatively - scroll saw or coping saw)
- Airbrush
- Basic leatherworking tools for the straps
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[@draco5991rep]

Next on Nerdforge, making my first horse.

[@metalheadmaniac8686]

and then making armor for my first horse

[@shaylin6948]

@@metalheadmaniac8686 By the end, I think she'll have an entire kingdom.

[@stephanieeiche5109]

Yaaaaa no

[@randomalex5119]

And then a Dragon

[@metalheadmaniac8686]

@@randomalex5119 and then treasure for the dragon

[@AlterDeg]

Next time on Nerdforge: i made my own weapon, my personal castle and a whole kingdom out of wood, leather and EVA foam.

[@MarijaEnchantix]

Welcome to the world of cosplay. That is literally what it is :D

[@kraemergamer5826]

Well yes but actually no

[@MarijaEnchantix]

@@kraemergamer5826 Dude I'm a cosplayer, I would know :D

[@kraemergamer5826]

I am a a bit of a cosplay guy but I do it more for airsoft Milsom but this kind of cosplay is a whole another world to me

[@MarijaEnchantix]

@@kraemergamer5826 Which kinda means that I would know better than you as I' m a proper competing cosplayer. so " yes but actually no" is a wrong statement :)I also believe that what you are describing would be more classified as " LARP" not cosplay.

[@highintlowwis6580]

"This is my shield. I want it to be that way." Words to live by

[@wipe3100]

Ancient Greece, 600 BC : "With these holes, it won't be really protective !" "This is my shield, I want it to be that way !" Later : fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aspis#/media/Fichier:Amphora_warriors_Louvre_E866.jpg

[@doerofthings382]

A BOSS=NO STRAP

[@grimmreapernetic1839]

TELL ME WHY AIN'T NOTHING BUT A HEARTACHE, TELL ME WHY AIN'T NOTHING BUT A MISTAKE, TELL ME WHY, I NEVER WANNA HEAR YOU SAY *I WANT IT THAT WAY*

[@natemansur]

The greatest line said by a KZbinr “people in the comments get mad and that’s funny”. Martina knows her audience. Keep building amazing things

[@Wispmage]

Me: Oh, her first shield, surely she'll go for a simple des--- Martina: So I decided to make an incredibly intricate build with dozens of small parts and fine details. Me: Ah, yes, of course.

[@samuelgalindo8519]

Fëanor didn't died, just became a youtuber

[@laurelelasselin]

@@samuelgalindo8519 Either she is the genderswapped reincarnation of Feanor or the incarnation of Aule or something... Either way, Nerdforge has become my new favourite channel.

[@tracyparks2012]

I have built armor and shields before. For actual use in fighting in the sca. And your armor and shield would hold up just fine. Some of the small detail parts might need to decide replaced on the shield often. But what you made is more than just a cosplay outfit. I love your work. I am trying my hand at making a friend a tomb. I doughty it will turn out as nice as the ones you make. Wish me luck.

[@kriadydragon]

One day, a dark sorcerer steps through a portal into our world with the intention enslaving us all. He finds himself in someone's home. He takes one look at all the spell tomes, including one made of metal, the potion bottle, the glowing runes, the glowing crystal, the magic staff, the magic wand, the armor, the shield... He thinks to himself "I am in the home of a most formidable magic user." Then he turns around and nopes the heck out of there back to his world. Thus ends the tale of how Nerdforge saved the world without realizing it.

[@chippysrandomcontent156]

*UNDERRATED*

[@PerryStevPT]

Give this (wo)man some likes!

[@mythandmayhem1134]

Bold of you to think this isn’t the exact situation she’s preparing for.

[@carloko08]

hahaha, very good tale, i think nedforge will like your story ;)

[@cynthiajacobs7913]

This would happen. But I sincerely request he take some hostages (read very willing recruits) back with him. I volunteer as tribute

[@crunchyfrog555]

Frankly, I'm not stopping watching until I see you make a full lifesized medieval village and castle. You know it's going to be the natural progression.

[@The_radiodemon.]

So treu shel be queen

[@88cameras]

Then use it in a D&D session?😃

[@TheSerotoninMuncher]

You know it's gonna happen when they ❤️ your comment

[@flusteredweasel7483]

I didn't know there was a whole community of people who made fantasy items out of materials that weren't foam for once. Really nice

[@tomroberts9132]

Actually Martina there were many shields that had the "holes" in the sides. They were often used for "shield walls" where the guardsman could shove his spear through the shield at oncoming enemies.

[@HOJA-eq7rb]

Next time on Nerdforge: I made a spear...

[@HvV8446]

@@HOJA-eq7rb she has a magic staff, she doesn’t need a spear Okay, maybe she does...

[@thatHARVguy]

Spear and magic helmet?

[@kandiscythe9072]

@@HvV8446 Just Gotta sharpen the other end to a nice pointy point n cap it with metal >.>

[@jameshamaker9321]

@@thatHARVguy ... I sense the presence, of someone who has also watched, Looney tunes. Your reference, brings a smile to my face, i thank you, for that.

[@torejorgensen5344]

Don't know if you will make a custom sword or use the one you pose with, but you definitely need a scabbard! And if going to a cosplay event, you probably also want some kind of matching money belt or pouch (or maybe you'll just have Hansi dressed up as your servent and let him handle mundane parts like paying - what do I know?).

[@WardNightstone]

I was thinking she should do a spear/magic staff

[@clarissev.8916]

@@WardNightstone she already did, its in the background with her armour

[@Mtthyman]

Her squire

[@HvV8446]

A collab with alec steele would be nice

[@cursedvixen]

"Toss a coin to your witcher, oh valley of plenty..." :P

[@MangaMan108]

This needs a spear or some kind of pole arm, those groves in the shield would be perfect to brace a spear to block an enemy charge

[@vjaceslavsavsjaniks6431]

Halberd with black shaft. Matt`s glaive from wheel of time

[@PiotrekZadworny]

two laser guns! 🔥

[@Erowens98]

Yup, it's like one of those Persian Diplyon shileds and a kite shield had a baby. Though to be fair you would have to flip the shield upside down for a spear to not just slide out of the slot.

[@bhoogvliet]

Or a great rapier..

[@vsGoliath96]

Gil-Galad was an Elven King Of him the harpers sadly sing The last who's land was fair and free Between the mountains and the sea His sword was long His lance was keen His shining helm afair was seen The countless stars of Heaven's field Were mirrored in his silver shield

[@laurelelasselin]

But long ago he rode away, and where he dwelleth none can say; for into darkness fell his star in Mordor where the shadows are.

[@rfresa]

I wrote music to this song when I was 14.

[@aranelnemonia6376]

Ah! For Bilbo only translated the Lay of Gil-galad. Do not speak of him here, so near the servants of the enemy. :)

[@declanbamforth234]

Next up: martina makes a sword for her shield to slaughter her enemies

[@crumblemuffin1257]

Let's all school Smaug in the right way

[@MeriaDuck]

Alec steele collab?

[@davidstewart4570]

She can't have any enemies, she's too lovely.

[@psychoticdoc2365]

idk i think a polearm makes more sense

[@jameshamaker9321]

@@davidstewart4570 ... what about, to protect her cat, from goblins? Goblins eat cats, it's a known fact. She's going to need a sword, for that.

[@rensiknosaj]

It doesn't need a Fantasy explanation: ceremonial shields existed. Their whole point was decoration and not function, though their designs were based more on actual shield designs of the time.

[@heavenbliss86]

it is not a ceremonial shields. it was shown used like a battle shield in a LOTR prologue

[@rensiknosaj]

@@heavenbliss86 ... which is Fantasy. :facepalm:

[@heavenbliss86]

@@rensiknosaj which is definitely means that it is ceremonial?

[@rensiknosaj]

@@heavenbliss86 just, stop. I didn't say it was ceremonial. I said it was decorative like ceremonial.

[@heavenbliss86]

@@rensiknosaj just try to find proof for this statement in your post.

[@yukieternity12]

Martina: sometimes I work too fast and I make mistakes me: the life of a crafter with ADHD, in one sentence.

[@grannybucks]

Being a professional carpenter with over 20 years exp. I'm actually a bit impressed,and I think what matters is the final product,in that. Excellent job! It looks very cool. And I'm now a subscriber! 🤘

[@ReviewyCA]

"This is my shield. I want it to be like this, okay?" All the justification you need, right there!

[@crumblemuffin1257]

If the world is attacked by dragons I'm pairing up with Nerdforge

[@Ed19601]

And if zombies make it Jörg Sprave

[@k.taylors.version]

My too 100%

[@kroidenfravest9931]

Sounds like a cunning move. :)

[@sirenofthesea7802]

I shall follow the Blessed Mage of Crafting into battle!!! ✨🧙🏻‍♀️🛡️🐉

[@origamikira]

yup, me too, but i'm gonna grab some real weapons from awe me first, just in case... :D, wooden weapons are not super effective against dragons :P, sorry Martina :)

[@emcee.]

"So, how many clamps did you say you wanted?" *Yes.*

[@MrHrannsi]

After the first lamination glue up thingy, it really looked like a Roman scutum.

[@MrSpleenboy]

Had to read that twice, just to make sure... 😆

[@natasjalerenard1506]

"people in the comments get mad and that's funny" lol love the delivery

[@Vormulac1]

Every project should end with Martina in her armour. And possibly start with Martina in her armour...

[@anettszilagyi9497]

And between the start and end, project would be made by Martina in her armour :D

[@someotherworldlybeing3167]

We should have a video where she’s just in her armor

[@erizamisorafujoshi7002]

@@someotherworldlybeing3167 No, we would end with a perfect video

[@DarkMika89]

I love the final shots where you just stand there, being awesome.

[@Warhawk76]

The shield looks awesome, and I seriously CAN'T get over how great the armor looks. You could star as an elf maiden in the next LOTR movie!

[@tishmorningstar9455]

She's slowly turning into a warrior/warlock and I am totally here for it

[@elaineirwin8918]

Me: opens KZbin to find anti-procrastination music Martina: MAKES A LITERAL SHEILD Me: doing homework now would mean procrastinating watching this video

[@glenndhooge6787]

looking pretty cool as always. the UV resin on the black/ purple parts give it a bit of a "bashed" look. like it was real metal hammered to fit the shape. Also love the epic music you guys use in your videos. really a warm blanket for my soul

[@Avetho]

This type of shield has two notable, _unique_ uses that I can see: *1.* The bottom of the teardrop could be sharpened like a pike as a heavy stabbing weapon or to spike the shield into the ground for stationary cover *2.* The ornate cutouts on the side would be reinforced against shear force to provide a method of trapping the sword of an enemy, allowing you to disarm them *Kind of 3.* In a magical setting, which emphatically and quite unfortunately reality is not (or fortunately depending on your faith in humanity), that large purple shield boss could be a gem enchanted to generate a surface boundary layer over the connected, mana-conductive shield metal (perhaps mithril) that allows it to withstand greater physical impacts via diffusing the force vectors outwards, or to ward off magical projectiles by way of mana dispersal or even absorption and conversion of the mana into the gem as extra fuel to maintain the barrier.

[@XxBooCookiemonsterxX]

Those final shots absolutely took my breath away. The shield, armor, everything looks amazing. Beautiful job!

[@Nerdforge]

Thank you! 🙏

[@mikes5637]

Not to mention the model. Phwoar! As we say in England

[@VictorEvangael]

Carpenter's trick for cheap wood filler: Wood glue + sawdust = wood filler.

[@farmboy5129]

i was going to suggest the same think. I used it for the first time and my current project and was amazed with the results.

[@SirFrederick]

Just wrote that, should looked at comments before

[@scoutmaster33]

Actually have cans of sawdust by species just for that as my go to wood filler. Works best with sander bags as it’s very fine it fills cracks on flat surfaces nicely.

[@jochenpeiper1000]

she's so cute , and with such a positive personality! it allways cheers me up, to watch her work and create! she's a real gem!

[@afterhours39]

2:00 Now, you have an AWESOME Tower Shield! At 5:06, having worked in a professional wood shop (cabinets), I can tell you that is what we did for most small mistakes: wood filler and glue mixed with sawdust from the surface of the wood. In the end, fantastic job! Amazing for your first shield.

[@Firespark81]

The color combo and design you chose fits with the armor really nicely. Those gold accents also give it a really nice pop. Well done!

[@thejesteramongfools]

Firespark81?! what are you doing here lol make since you an I have similar content choices given your background in MTG and survival/RPGs

[@radomircita9420]

This somewhat reminded me of champions of Slaanesh

[@TasareAlda]

"...people in the comments get mad, and that's funny!" Love it, great attitude. Also super amazing shield! The purple bits are soooo shiny I love it! Goes so well with the armor too. Well done!

[@LeeCarlson]

As somebody who has made armor and shield, I think that this is a fantastic job and that you deserve to feel proud of your work.

[@thorgeirrsteinulfsson5698]

Nice build! Fun fact, the "hooks/holes" on the sides (the whole top part of the shield, actually) can actually be found on historical germanic dueling shields from the XVth century (look for the Talhoffer Fechtbuch for some examples), so the design is more historical than you may think! It may be seen as an hybrid of the germanic dueling shield and the teardrop shield of the XIth-XIIth century. Although, for practical use, it would be better to replace the straps by a single vertical handle running the whole length of the shield (with the added advantage of not having you elbow sticking out of the hole). Keep up the good work!

[@stenzstenz8561]

As somebody who makes re-enactment shields, I'd like to say that you have done a phenomenal job with this shield. I love how you are using some actual shieldwrighting techniques (such as bending the wood after gluing them together and proper shield strapping) but you also take alot of artistic liberties too, to bring the fantasy element to life. The design is beautiful and you have done an amazing job!

[@Cendiej]

It's sooo satisfying to watch when it becomes 'metal'. The end result is really awesome!

[@ironwarmonger]

When the wood first came out of it mold, I could almost hear The Medatron scream no don't cut that its perfect! It woudl have been a perfect Roman Shield.

[@larnregis]

4:21 Hansi: "How many clamps you need?" Martina: "All of them!"

[@xdingo93x]

Me: playing skyrim and looting a vulcan glass shield. Martina: uploads a new video and says "I've been thinking that I need a shield". Is that fate? 😂

[@clairemontgomery9286]

lol i was playing skyrim with my friend and they were trying to get the shield and i got a ping on discord with martina saying she made a shield and i was like FATE

[@soon_to_emerge]

@@clairemontgomery9286 are you playing separately or in Skyrim Together?

[@clairemontgomery9286]

@@soon_to_emerge we were playing separately but in a call together, they're multiplayer didn't work

[@alexanderlinares162]

Fans: Give us the shield she-elf. Martina: if you want it, come and claim him.

[@endwyvern8834]

YES TO THE LORD OF THE RINGS!

[@mastere6115]

This is honestly so amazing... My first sheidk was essentially just the back of a washing machine, with a door handle and leather strap. Along with some random paint design in the front. My second was made of wood (mainly made it to be the counterpart to my wooden sword) and also made of foam, and it turned out decently, although kids wish it was more curved. To be fair, I am contemplating remaking it as a proper one out of wood and curved haha. But honestly it is incredible how awesome your stuff looks

[@LolaMilly27]

I love the entire look coming together with the shield. You look like you steped right out of a fantast realm. Well done can't wait to see what you do next

[@gorkskoal9315]

I was thinking it looks inspired by world of warcraft.

[@doerofthings382]

SHE JUST HAS TO GET RID OF THE STRAP AND HOLLOW OUT THE BOSS AND PUT A WOODEN HANDLE ON IT

[@Imurai]

I love how you always make the moments when you wander OUTSIDE these awesome epic moments, like "Look, we're nerds, we frown upon the open air and besides we live in Norway, which is the most hardcore server, okay?" Love it 😁

[@SlavicMoose]

Next time on Nerd Forge: 3D printing an entire fantasy movie set

[@Admiral_Lynx89]

A shield with that shape is not only used for protection. With the right handling weight, plus hardness, and sharpness coming into play the pointy end can be a viable weapon. In that respect, the design is good enough for the the purpose it could serve, fantasy or not.

[@Bespelled22]

It looks like some magical Elven Cello. I love it

[@jonathanstout2467]

I love how excited she gets when she's "almost done" halfway through a project. Nerding out for sure. it's awesome. If you didn't have this kickass youtube channel, you could be making a killing on the prop scene for movies.

[@fictions_in_motion_07]

Now all we need is a weapon! Bow and arrows? Sword? Axe? WHO IS WITH ME? *raise paintbrush into the air*

[@rachaelpetrak940]

I would love to see her make a bow

[@miki957]

Yes! A bow!!

[@girl_from_everywhere]

I think axe would.be more her style

[@tihomirrasperic]

@@girl_from_everywhere she need Thor war-hammer

[@qwe_qwe6299]

@@tihomirrasperic no . maybe a classic sword

[@cjranch5948]

Some Shields actually have holes so you could see at one so if you’re protecting your fish can still pick out round and try and hit direction trying to kill

[@eliseedgar4524]

Seeing the shield with the armor gave me chills this is incredible

[@Celticshade]

Covering up your mistakes in the prop industry is called “hiding the crimes” thanks to adam savage for teaching me that term and now it is one of my favorite terms since it just applies to every form of making, if people cant see the mistakes there is none. But on the other hand im very adhd and very nitpicky about my own stuff that I unintentionally start telling people whats wrong with my stuff that you cant actually see.

[@Wulfnstein]

I feel there needs to be a crown to this outfit as well.

[@maxholloway8042]

Yes!

[@geministargazer9830]

I’m thinking more tiara

[@FaceEatingOwl]

A Wirework tiara would be awesome

[@chainreaction8977]

Shields like this were worn with the hand strapped vertically in it so the bottom could easily be used for stabbing which would also make those side-gaps perfect for bending, snapping or disarming swords and other weapons. This shield is actually fantastic.

[@korenwicken4706]

I was looking for this sort of comment

[@chainreaction8977]

@@korenwicken4706 Lol, glad you and others agree. Shadiversity kzbin.info/door/kmMACUKpQeIxN9D9ARli1Q has great videos on this.

[@starfinder1826]

"hide your mistakes" 5:13 everyone with children

[@dondelabruce6054]

"So, how much screw clamps do you want?" "How much do you have?"

[@falgunisgoyal]

Next time on Nerdforge: I made a warrior because I had no one to fight with these swords, shields and shielded dress 😂😂

[@KeithOlson]

"M'LORD!!!" "What is it now, man?" "M'lord, we just got a report in from the scouts watching our backtrail." "Yes?" "M'lord, the warrior... She..." "SPIT IT OUT MAN! THE WARRIOR *WHAT!?*" "She now has a shield, m'lord." "A shield? So what? A shield means she is at least being a *little* defensive and concerned about our archers, if nothing else." "It isn't just a shield, m'lord." "What do you mean?" "They report that it is also a punch dagger. As long as her arm, m'lord." "[censored]" "M'Lord?" "Sound the alarm; we aren't retreating fast enough. Tell the troops to drop anything heavy AND RUN!"

[@bradford2211]

Everything is gorgeous: shield, armor, character.

[@rickklein5136]

“People in the comments get mad and that’s funny” 😂🤣

[@seerofallthatisobvious1316]

It makes me mad when someone laughs at my madness. \(*~*)/

[@William_Newgate]

Sooo... We have an Armor... And a shield.... We all know where this is going... EXCALIBUR IT IS!

[@soon_to_emerge]

My story starts in 12th century

[@sonnguyenngoc2622]

A rideable dragon =)))

[@William_Newgate]

@@sonnguyenngoc2622 of course... Why not... Ore a Mountain Fortress. Well let us just conquer Norway now that we're at it😂😂

[@lisasgl1844]

Love the colors ! The purple makes it just perfect and so mysterious. I loved it, congratulations for this first shield ! :)

[@Adacima]

Everything you touch is an absolute masterpiece and both of you inspire me so much. I look forward to Everything you post! I'd love some more content like the armor and shield making. Absolutely stunning!

[@kroidenfravest9931]

That looks amazing. Fit for a warrior Queen. Does that mean that Hansi will now be kitted out like a King or Paladin? Also i must admit that each time you went outside i kept waiting for you to go over to your neighbors to plunder their gravel for some odd reason. ;)

[@Raven_Leblanc]

As a hobbyist weaponsmith and -carver, I must say, that is one sexy shield you got there! It's like a slim kiteshield with cutouts. Those cutouts COULD maybe be used to hook weapons or stuff aside if your character has some insane speed/strength... not only that, but it's pretty well made. The only thing that might be useful next time is to add a layer of fabric that's glued on to the wood, to give it extra strength and make it more like a IRL shield. Outside of that, very well done!

[@Sal_1355]

Shields for jousting in some periods had a one sided hole for the pole. Personally I thought it was a good spot to hook a spear to steady for a charge. But I'm no expert. Just a hobbyist smith.

[@nighthunter3039]

Its a LOTR elven shield

[@stephanieoliver2076]

What do you want for your birthday? Martina: clamps, I need more and more clamps

[@EmeraldVideosNL]

I think the spearmen carry similar sbields as Gil-galad, though less detailed. By far my favourite type of shield. Recognised it immediately when I saw the thumbnail. Love it! 💜

[@jolie5254]

"Hide your mistakes - That's how I do things." Thanks Martina for teaching me important life lessons! ;)

[@kittehgo]

Why do I get the feeling, that we shouldn't dig in your backyard? :)

[@porcu12345]

Your next suit of armour should be trying to make the Elven armour from LOTR to go with the shield!

[@Nerdforge]

Yeah, I really want to do something like that in the future :D

[@wolfsbane1293]

Second age or third age tho?

[@laurelelasselin]

Yes! Yes! Yes! Do it!

[@itzelissatho4498]

@@Nerdforge make an elven dress n crown!

[@jordanhart9708]

Came scrolling down to be certain that I wasn't the only one who thought of the elves from LOTR the moment they saw the design

[@GreatBeeman]

To my knowledge, those holes in the shields are called spear-holes, it's highly possible they were used to rest the spear during a formation, use it as a pivot point to maneuver the spear and thrusting, or to lock opponents weapon and open its defense.

[@dantemoriarty4059]

tbh, such a shield is kinda accurate, the drop shields used by cavalry were roughly shaped like that

[@gothamhandley9867]

Girl ! YOU ARE SO TALENTED ! My (now 25 yr old) daughter and I have done cosplay for years- we always used craft foam - but seeing how you make things out of real leather and wood and metal is absolutely EPIC.

[@rojitorroj9584]

The shield is so beautiful and detailed that I can only imagine a knight in battle begging to the foe "oh please, spare my shield, stab me instead"

[@DennisRyu]

The holes on the side are actually legit. There are shield designs that have sort of these designs for spear fighters. They can hide behind the shield and poke the spear through those holes. Usually the opening is upward tho so the spear can be rested on the rim of the shield to preserve strength.

[@pauln2661]

Need that overlapping video where Martina is each of the characters of the D&D adventurers party. Rogue, Mage, Fighter, Cleric.

[@sourlikealime]

imagine having a pc case designed by nerdforge, i would literally throw all my money at you guys

[@lonelygovernment4544]

Dude where did you get that face? I want it

[@sourlikealime]

@@lonelygovernment4544 you get them if you are a supporter in youtube :)

[@origamikira]

hmm.....(writes it down) ... :D, i'd love to see that actually

[@jacobf6945]

Thing is about your shield, is that if worn that way, it could be an effective shield with the cutouts being sword catches when you extend your arm.

[@thatHARVguy]

Depending on the strap positions, use it like a spiked pavise. It should do what you suggested more effectively.

[@jacobf6945]

@@thatHARVguy true

[@DrTheRich]

Someone watches shad..

[@brizybutterfly]

i think that shield is perfect for a sentinel or sentry, a guard, someone who doesn't generally run in to battle but is trained and read to do so and stands guard at entry points and would more likely have a long shield that can rest on the ground on one side.

[@rdknight3766]

For her first shield she did a great job, from a woodworking perspective she did really great in bending and adding the details to hide it's wooden

[@BarbarianGod]

If it's Gil-galad inspired then it's clearly historically accurate, unless there are still elves down in the comments that haven't left for the undying lands, otherwise I don't see how we could dispute it :P

[@eddiemunson2358]

I couldn't agree more. I love Tolkien's works! He is the best writer EVER!!! Along with Patrick Rothfuss.

[@BarbarianGod]

@@eddiemunson2358 Still waiting on a release date for the doors of stone tho ;__;

[@eddiemunson2358]

@@BarbarianGod yes! Me too! I'm halfway through the second one and we have all been waiting on the third book since like, 2014

[@BarbarianGod]

@@eddiemunson2358 I think when I bought the second one even the book store people were like "ooooh this is a good one" way back in the before times :D

[@eddiemunson2358]

@@BarbarianGod lol yeah. Nobody seems to be interested in reading these days. One time, the teacher asked the class if anyone likes reading and I was the only one that said yes.

[@TitusVarus]

"the countless stars of heaven's field were mirrored in his silver shield"

[@arlonov]

Sound of a dial up modem at 6.07 is just amazing. I was laughing at it for 5 minutes 🤣 😂

[@vincentcrnich2984]

you are one hell of a craftsperson grats that entire outfit is totally awesome

[@mikeyallen6758]

The holes would be good for hooking onto an arm or leg to temporarily restrain an opponent. No idea if that would be worth it but it looks cool as heck

[@jeinara]

Someone: this shield is not proteccct! Martina *grabs this shield*: yes. It's atacc! 'Cause its magiccc! Bonk!

[@alinmeleandra3175]

a bit of medieval-nerd trivia: the wooden shield would have been perfect even if it looked "wooden" since all European medieval and ancient shields where made out of wood, but there is nothing wrong with making it look like metal either... Even if most medieval shields where made of wood, some had a metal (generally steel or Iron) middle section (called boss) or may have had the rim covered by metal (bronze, copper, some times iron). In some other cases (i.e. ancient Greek hoplon), shields may have had a thin sheet of bronze or leather covering the face

[@whimsicalunicornofdarcknes8707]

1:33 the background music sounds like it’s saying Nerd Forge over and over and I can’t get over it

[@metalheadmaniac8686]

this channel fuels my RPG Addiction

[@jamesweeg6545]

I’m a geologist, but I have a side business making custom furniture.....I’m amazed that she makes such a realistic looking product out of layers of 1/4 inch plywood and skillfully applied paint. This is very cool!

[@dawnthegoblin]

I feel like you can make that a protective shield just making it a smidge wider, then the holes could serve a similar purpose to the hook on a sai, catching the blade and snapping it, leaving your enemy disarmed

[@Fosuya]

This shield deserves a very ornate spear 🛡️❤️

[@maryellenlynch8582]

... are we sure she didn't come out of a portal to a fantasy land, and is just recreating the thing she saw there?

[@obsidian179]

No. No, we are not. ^_^

[@emmahayes111]

There is little better about an awesome project than a project that has more you can add to it!

[@michaelg2529]

Holy cow. If I saw a warrior in battle with that shield I would not think "easy target", I would think I could get stabbed by the pointy top of the shield or if I try a stealth attack from behind I get stabbed with the pointy bottom of the shield when she holds up the shield and simply pivots. The shield suggests a whole alternate fighting style. Less "this shield will protect me" and more "this shield will allow me freedom of movement and it will hurt you". Brilliant design.

[@leounknown7316]

15:40 absolutely beautiful.......oh and the shield is as well !

[@scollyb]

Cutouts like that did appear in historical duelling shields.

[@alexanderjaulmes4470]

yeah, a shield like that isn't actually unreasonable.

[@thepretender4724]

Yeah, it's perfect for a spear!

[@elizabethhair723]

You need a Matching Sword and Scabbard for this Epic Shield.

[@Colt2020]

I love that you even add details to the stuff that most people aren't going to see. The attention to detail is just so beyond! Great Job!

[@80HD8]

Your talent blows me away every time. I started out watching you paint your both of your brother's rooms and since then I've binge watched your videos for the past two days.