Here's the sword that he will wield. Untextured as of yet.

Looks like a nice one. But maybe a difrent shader would show it off better untill the textures are ready ?

Unfortunately, I have been laid up in bed since monday and just returned to work today. I have a lot to catch up with at the office, so will be working long hours and wont have time to finish this challenge.

I am very disappointed because - even though I didnt expect to win - I have learned an IMMENSE amount: mostly how NOT to do things.

Thanks to everyone who took the time to crit & comment.

And finally; good luck to the remaining entries, particularly the nOOb's - there's some great stuff going on!

Nice Sword :)

Too bad rich, you were giving a real run for our money. Maybe when we both have more time we could do a 1 on 1 battle:)

Anytime... a friendly open-ended challenge would be right up my alley.