Odin Makes: Cloud's Buster Sword from Final Fantasy VII

I make Cloud's Iconic Buster Sword, with details patterned after the art in the 2020 remake.
Odin Abbott has been making costumes and props for years, and Odin Makes continues the desire to show you how to make cosplay items and props for yourself.
Free patterns to download and print:
Buster Sword: bit.ly/OMBuster
Fusion Sword: bit.ly/2KftRjV
Host: Odin Abbott
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Editor: Odin Abbott
Original music by John Reed
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This video was recorded at the Sacramento Media Center.
Music from Audioblocks
Materials Used in this video:
HD Foam rolls and EVA foam clay (link above)
Plaid FX paints (link above)
12mm TNT Cosplay foam - www.tntcosplaysupply.com
Floor Mat Foam from Harbor Freight Tools
7/16" and 1/2" wooden dowels
1/2" PVC pipe and fittings (2 90° elbows, 1 Tee)
1/2" CPVC pipe and fittings (2 90° elbows, 2 straight connectors, 1 Tee)
PVC pipe cement
Scrap leather
Black shoe polish
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#FinalFantasy7 #FinalFantasyCosplay #FFVII

[@midlifecrisis3115]

After Cloud meets Tifa in the Sector 7 slums and Tifa shows him his little appartment, when he meets his 'neighbor' during the night, I laughed and screamed FINALLY, when Cloud pulls his sword out and gets it caught in the doorway. They finally put a little wink wink in there to show it's ridiculous.

[@Adrian-ul3wr]

I really wanna see this

[@IrvineSnaps]

Being mid chapter 3 i've just seen that cutscene today lol this remake is a love letter to ffvii fans

[@EsotericBibleSecrets]

Know what's more ridiculous... taking that sword into the air ducts!

[@Humblemumble7]

Sounded more like "tink tink" to me

[@jagenigma]

That clunk was hilarous!

[@DO4M]

Suggestion related to this episode: Barret's Gun Arm.

[@TheAceOfFire]

This next step is going to hurt... //Prepares to amputate arm.

[@dra6o0n]

That actually shoots.

[@rykrostheguitarist]

@@davidczarco I like the way you think

[@jamerous58gilliam]

Barrett new gun-arm is awesome

[@julioescobar-francisco3330]

@@rykrostheguitarist Simp

[@memaimu]

I know you can make dragonballs, now you need to make materia for this.

[@davgar0933]

眩暈夢 just use a marble 😂

[@Michaelcham93]

davgar09 marble just not big enough use a jawbreaker

[@RayneOP]

@Michael Gannon Agreed

[@joey.h14]

The remake makes the Materia huge! They aren’t the way I imagined them originally.

[@Michaelcham93]

slumbps the size doesn’t matter as long it fit the holes is good to go When cloud hold the materia is the size like the dragonball When it install on Tifa glove its like a jawbreaker size so size is doesn’t as long it’s fit the glove

[@JarharaJaiArik]

everyone: Cloud's sword people who've heard about Crisis Core: Zack's sword people who've played Crisis Core more then once: Angeal's sword

[@stephenchitty5717]

Cloud left the original on that cliff area near where Zack died in AC which is why he has a different style buster. I'm not sure if he did that as early as FF7 though. It would explain why he would have 3 versions. I always thought after the mako poisoning bit in FF7 when he remembered stuff correctly he put Angeal's>Zack's sword there then got the replacement and then sometime between FF7 and AC he got the fusion sword. I don't get why he had a completely different style of buster at the start of FF7.

[@numnum3316]

Jarhara *Angeal’s honor

[@heccmcgee4352]

It baffles me how many people will never know the feels from crisis core

[@natenate1999]

isnt the sword from angel´s grandfather?

[@heccmcgee4352]

@@natenate1999 I think angeal said it was a gift it's been a long time since I've played my psp lmao

[@patternbreak360]

First time viewer- this sparked a lot of joy.

[@xXZinogreXx]

I came back to see this beautiful video in honor of the greatest video game of the generation, final fantasy 7 rebirth! Thanks for your time odin in making these, they really are inspirational. You make these projects look so easy and are simple to follow and its truly amazing. Thanks so much!

[@jeremycadrette4416]

Can we all just take a moment to appreciate the talent of this guy. My god what a beautiful job.

[@lewismartin3430]

like smosh says. he's the man

[@RadiantBeachShulk]

You should make the Monado after Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition comes out!

[@Aleotfier]

Yeah! And I don't know if he can get the materials or if he has them, but he can make some lights that would surround around the area where the Monado Art symbols, with each light of each symbol and maybe also have a makeshift switch or something that would prompt the different colors by a press by the finger. Might take a while though.

[@RadiantBeachShulk]

@@Aleotfier It would be so worth it if he did! Or maybe he could make a Monado III with translucent acrylic. That would be dope as heck.

[@Aleotfier]

@@RadiantBeachShulk He could build Zanza's dual Monados too with similar methods if he wanted to go ham on the Xenobade series.

[@Elegies22]

YEESSSS

[@dbrg1376]

Yes

[@darklordofsword]

I've only seen ONE game with giant swords acknowledge how impractical that is for indoor fighting, and that was "Berserk: Gut's Rage" on the dreamcast. The blade has environmental collision, and there is at least one part where you're in a hallway and literally CANNOT use the sword

[@bradp366]

It happens briefly in ff7 remake.

[@OdinMakes]

Does it? GOOD! I have not played, only watched the trailers. Looks like an amazing game. I have always loved the FFVII art.

[@ranwolf7650]

there was a Michelle Yeoh movie that had a similar scene(I don't remember the name at the moment) The villain had a long spear or something and she tricks him into following her into a stables, where there's not enough room to use the spear allowing her to get in close with a pair of short swords.

[@Solais1019]

Early in FF7R, there's a scene where Cloud goes to draw his sword but can't because he's in a doorway and his overhead draw bumps the sword in the door frame. That detail made me rather happy to see.

[@kitirena_koneko]

@@OdinMakes You should play FF7 when you get the chance--it's fun! Personally, I also enjoyed FF8 and FF12, and thought 9 and 10 weren't bad either.

[@TannerC12345]

I can't get over how massive the finished product is! Well done!

[@fissilewhistle]

I mean, the actual Buster Sword is the size of a small human.

[@nevanvictorian]

Here are some projects you could look into: 1- Alucards sword from Castelvania lord of shadows 2- Alistor from Devil May Cry 1 3- The Sparda sword from Devil May Cry 1 or 5 4- Xehonorts No Name Keyblade

[@shiivd]

There really needs to be some glowy balls in the materia slots there...

[@AjaxJP]

Man I love this, it looks so great! Just remember what Angeal said: "Use brings about wear, tear, and rust"

[@heccmcgee4352]

DON'T ATTACK MY FEELS

[@JarharaJaiArik]

"you're a little more important then my sword. But just a little"

[@heccmcgee4352]

@@JarharaJaiArik ma'am I'm gonna have to ask you to sign a permission slip before you go on a feels trip

[@JarharaJaiArik]

@@heccmcgee4352 "even if the morrow is barren of promises, nothing shall forestall my return" 😜

[@heccmcgee4352]

@@JarharaJaiArik loveless act 3 I think

[@MrJcdelete18]

14:01, “video game physics are weird”, they sure are

[@iandavid7730]

Just a shout out of appreciation for how you detail the preparation, laying out the template, thinking through supports and thicknesses etc. I always struggle to plan properly when I make a prop or the like and seeing you work always gives me a better idea of the kind of questions I should ask before actually starting. Thanks!

[@plasmac9]

The poster board thing is pure genius. Was seriously impressed with how simple it is but how well it worked. Also, Master Sword next please.

[@pokepwned]

Matthew Silver I’m actually really surprised he hasn’t made the Master Sword yet!

[@plasmac9]

@@pokepwned Probably waiting until the next Zelda game comes out and hoping for a sponsor from Nintendo.

[@lordbaconator8648]

This was absolutely amazing! The detail you put into making this accurate to the remake is incredible.

[@OdinMakes]

Thank you very much!

[@lordbaconator8648]

@@OdinMakes You're very welcome! Thank you for making this! I may probably attempt to do this using the video as a reference when I get the materials, your video was a lot of fun to watch! Honestly, I've seen it about 3 times now. You put so much energy into your videos it's incredible!

[@edpistemic]

Looks amazing! I really admire people like you who are so handy.

[@paoloparker5376]

Thank god for people like you. This is beautiful work.

[@VegaTomoshibi]

I wonder if there'd be a practical way to fit some magnets inside it without tearing the foam apart so that you could hook it to your back like they do in the games

[@lilylarsen1291]

I've seen one way where there are foam plugs that are a little bigger than the two materia holes and those plugs are attached to a back holster so you can just pop the sword on your back by the holes!

[@ryanf3449]

I’d love to see you tackle Squall’s Gunblade or Lobot’s headpiece

[@Valkera17]

Yes the gunblade

[@dimitriosgladio059]

Yeah! Gunblade was my favorite ff weapon!

[@bandstand81]

I second that

[@beckythompson8087]

I've been dreaming of this build! Thank you!

[@aquafresh7262]

You make them like they are in the movies. Everything you make comes out perfect. I respect your work so much

[@TheKnightsShield]

Odin: "Look at my awesome sword!!" *Michael J. "Crocodile" Dundee has left the chat*

[@xellanchaos5386]

Now *THAT'S* a sword!

[@lankyGigantic]

I'd love to see a cosplayer swing thay around like the victory pose

[@emilylothchomphou3716]

I just love his demeanor. He seems like such a chill dude to hang out with!

[@anthonypamias8586]

Love this tutorial video of a buster Sword replica. Thanks for this

[@lvbboi9]

Some ideas Railgun from Resident Evil 3 Crucible from DOOM ETERNAL Gipsy Danger chainsword(Pacific Rim) Samus Aran Cannon Zero's Z saber from Megaman X Gaster Blaster from Undertale

[@agentchicken852]

I 1 up all of this

[@pbrn2533]

Samus' Arm Cannon was made over at DIY Prop Shop if you wanna check it out

[@chaosvinci7051]

LVBBoi Genos from one punch man.... not good?

[@radiant9230]

yes to all of this

[@lvbboi9]

@@radiant9230 Also, now that I see You, A Hollow Knight mask/helmet would be cool too

[@nesssssssaaah]

Damn some of the materials you mentioned my dad has it on the garage. I might copy and make my own Buster Sword. Edit: Fixed my broken english a little

[@MadeByJoey]

You are so crafty and smart! Love it!

[@seoulfood211]

You are amazing Odin!! Keep up the excellent work and craftsmanship

[@HawkWorley]

I am sure you have heard this already 1000 times, but the "C" in CPVC stands for Chlorinated, not Compact. It's what makes it potable, or usable for drinking water. Standard PVC leaches chemicals into water, but CPVC is safe for drinking. Stupid rant, sorry. The sword turned out great!

[@muzaaaaak]

Hawk Worley the C in CPVC means the pipe can handle high temps, 200°F versus PVC is 140°. PVC schedule 40 is potable rated so your reply above isn’t fully accurate.

[@HawkWorley]

CPVC stands for Chlorinated PolyVinyl Chloride.

[@muzaaaaak]

Hawk Worley correct but the “C” in front doesn’t make it potable. The C makes it more flexible because the design capacity is 200°F rated.

[@mooneyes2k478]

All PVC is safe for the transport and use of potable water.

[@floodtheinbox]

I’m glad someone else decided to be that guy, cause if no one else did, I was going to. Lol good game bro

[@leonardomapache]

12:50 Doug Dimmadome owner of the Dimmsdale Dimmadome. The same Dimmsdale Dimmadome where they're showing Crash Nebula?

[@otakubatman1853]

This might be my Favorite Episode ever. from DIY Prop Shop to now. OMG Love it!!!

[@GabrielGomes]

Dude, that's fantastic! Awesome work, I'm glad you enjoyed doing it!

[@SidneyMosley]

How am I just finding out about this man? KZbin algorithm: _Hi._

[@wadewilson5749]

No even better YANG'S Ember Celica shotgun gauntlets

[@HotDogBunss]

First video I’ve seen of yours. I love how it looks like you genuinely enjoy making these fandom props. It looks great

[@MrFTW]

Awesome build! The buster sword looks great, and it was really cool to see it along with the fusion sword.

[@iTadakimAsu85]

"How much foam do you need for the sword?" Odin: "Yes"

[@HadarCo]

"Most of the materials I picked up loca... Oh wait.. 🤔" Looks awesome!

[@rockinHurley777]

Lol hardware stores are still open for some people

[@zanderthetoad8024]

I have built one of my own actually, having a big inspiration from your build! It was my first time making anything like this, and it was super fun! Thanks for your guidance Odin

[@Justrex01]

Odin makes another one of my bucket list weapons. And it's awesome!!!

[@big_clanker5118]

Could you make the original doom guy helmet

[@JesseMortonVO]

For the release of Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition, you should make the Monado.

[@JaredTVW]

Incredible work

[@venjfulsquish6999]

I’m currently working on making my own using your plans and instructions. Its going really well and looks really cool!

[@beckymurphy4714]

How about some historical weapons, like a falcata, hunga munga, kopis or a polearm?

[@ShuTheIdiot]

I haven't even watched this but I already love it. Plus I also use inkscape! Its so useful. Okay. So. I just finished it...damn do I wanna make my own, although you could have technically cheated and put the orbs in the holes so you don't have to do the fancy frame work haha

[@OdinMakes]

I am a new user for Inkscape. I am really liking it.

[@ShuTheIdiot]

@@OdinMakes I started using it not too long ago myself, I made a master sword template and a stone mask from jojo template recently

[@theodoreford7957]

Incredible, such skill, such talent. Keep up the good work sir.

[@Iae86]

So cool that you include the patterns. Not that I will ever build this, but I am sure that made a lot of people very happy.

[@cosmicjenny4508]

Now _that’s_ what I call a BFS*! * - Big F***ing Sword!

[@reddagger3602]

Nice Doom reference....

[@sdm47]

Wouldn’t it be a bit more structurally sound if the “box” ran down the whole length of the blade

[@GundamReviver]

Yes and no, one big box would not be as solid as thst small box, but with enough forth-to-back direction rungs (think ladder) it would be hella sturdy.

[@zephyrstrife4668]

@@GundamReviver it could possibly add extra weight to the blade, which Odin was obviously trying to avoid. Pros and cons to both ways as I see it. Do you want the blade lighter, or sturdier?

[@kayce851]

@@zephyrstrife4668 I think you're exactly right. The extra weight would put more stress on the weakest point of the internal structure, where the handle junctions with the square.

[@ragecartman]

Watching you make the Buster Blade was the highlight of my day. Cloud is my third favorite Final Fantasy character and 7 was the game that introduced me to Final Fantasy.

[@Eternal_Hange]

Great job! on the swords. They look beautiful.

[@Pl4smaR4ys24]

Odin you should make Dark Magicians Staff from yugioh

[@H-G-G]

Hell yea

[@Valkera17]

I'd love to see that one

[@awe3975]

Dude I would love to see that made.

[@PS5Chan360]

Gay

[@JG-Games97]

Sparda or Yamato from Devil May Cry

[@aristars030]

Omg this is an awesome build! I so have to try and make this

[@brandonwilliams6119]

You can never have too many Buster Swords for everyone!

[@overdriveinstincts753]

Hey,Odin! I have a feeling you might not read this,but you should try make the robot hand from Terminator:Judgement Day Or try make the motherboard-chip thingy in the terminator's head.

[@johnfail5219]

Titan's sword from shadow fight is almost the same. Why you don make and this.

[@sgmalick]

To much work

[@HeroesBosses]

Dude - you are amazing - and this buster sword is incredible!

[@MyEzio94]

Literally Awesome

[@insertnamehere7925]

Odin: 6ft Me: Those are rookie numbers

[@OdinMakes]

HA! Whip out your Sephiroth sword then why don't you? :)

[@kyo753]

@@OdinMakes please make Sephiroth's sword next😁

[@wadewilson5749]

Ruby Rose scythe/sniper from RWBY

[@leonoliveira8652]

A Buster and a Fusion sword? THAT'S TOO MUCH POWER!

[@Alex_ander83]

All i can say is WOW! Amazing work.

[@talkingwithjesse1153]

Make Maul's lightsaber from season 7 of the Clone Wars

[@unwav3r]

Make anubis stand from Jojo's Bizarre Adventure: Stardust Crusader

[@humimeyra8346]

This js wizardry, I'm amazed, wow. Never thought about how much effort is put into these props. Amazing work!

[@toop4538]

ive been watching your videos for a while now and I've always thought all your foam cutting and build were perfect but as I watched a little more closely I can see not everythings perfect and there's many imperfections in your builds but still turned out really stunning. this really tells me that it doesn't have to be as perfect as the reference and just try to make it as good as possible. this really encourage me to create props even if its small more simpler props.

[@3amooryful]

thank you for reuploading the fusion sword pattern! had a hard time finding it

[@BrophyLeagueClubhouse]

12:02 "The Advent Children version of the Buster Sword has a different crossguard with gold accents." That's because it's a reanimated version in the film form Crisis Core.

[@vulcanwolfopus4345]

I love your work. A true craftsman

[@epipron]

This is very well made. Congrats it's stunning

[@karlmueller1980]

Wow looks great you did a good job Oden.

[@aaronwatkins98]

that Soul Edge in the background is gnarly as hell

[@imafurryiguess1487]

This was posted on my birthday. One of my favorite birthday gifts.

[@huskyfisherman1590]

Mad respect to you sir!!! Great skills...

[@FrizzlerGuy]

this looks fantastic, well made Odin!

[@aspen6717]

Im so glad i found your channel i love watching these videos

[@stefanlechner1501]

Thanks for the pattern and keep up your great work!

[@bryanroth2695]

Great build. Cloud is my favorite character.

[@TheStampede000]

i remember a while ago i watched a video of Michael Cuthulu making cloud's buster sword out of metal,it was heavy looking and awesome and i love this prop odin,great work !

[@TheGame2K5]

I recently used the exact plan for the rivets on a Link shield, worked great.

[@jedrhodes4833]

That’s officially gorgeous. Like, legitimately gorgeous.

[@kingcrimson6420]

I got to hand it to Odin the amount of dedication and precision to get it exactly right is awesome

[@lapinbeau]

12:54 dual-wielding buster swords! Sephiroth doesn't stand a chance!

[@carbinecryo30716]

Never underestimate the power of a long ass katana and a latin choir! (Yes I know it's not a katana, it's a Masamune, but it looks like a super super long katana, so I said that for the joke instead)

[@d-rockpain4250]

Im playing this game right now. Done well so far.

[@artsy_dragon_creations]

Wow, it looks exactly like a real metal blade. Some of your best dry brushing work yet. I also liked seeing a bit of how you approach problems in your projects and compromising where needed. Really shows how every creative project takes creative solutions

[@OdinMakes]

Thank you!

[@SilverScarletSpider]

Thank you so much for this Odin!!

[@livertine504]

Mate you got some real skills. Huge respect!

[@volumeacademymusic]

super cool build very creative!

[@themachodan13]

This is prefect timing! I got a material orb from a launch party and started to make a Buster Sword to display it in. I was using the packaging from the vinyl and the sword from the figure that came with the game as a reference! This makes things so much easier!! Thanks!!

[@TheOnideadpool]

first time I see your channel and I subscribed. thanks for the patterns you have no idea how happy I am

[@A.D.00]

Both of those together is great

[@TheAngelArrow]

turned out really well, good work

[@JonnyBeoulve]

Awesome job.

[@shayo201]

first time watching one of your videos. very impressive. I particularly appreciate the fact that you show your workflow despite it not working its initial attempt. Props to you being an FF7 fan too :D

[@nolandeskins7684]

Wonderful work sir! Smart move of you to provide all those links with the quarantine going on. Stuff like this is fun to do when everyone is stuck at home. Love the message at the end about how it's up to you to decide the materials. I'm thinking that I'm gonna try to make mine out of cardboard. Keep up the great work!