Build Log: Darth Malgus saber (From the Blur Studios Trailers)

[Gucabe]

This is my first MHS saber and i had to use other components to be able to get the look i wanted.

First of all i started with this picture, which is a render that i got from Flagwaver from the RPF, it is a direct render of the hilt from the cinematic trailer Deceived.
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/d267afa5.png

This a screen from one of the Trailers
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/ScreenShot2012-07-30at105129PM.png

So i started like this:
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/TCSSunpainted.jpg

But since there was other components available i mixed and matched. I had to paint a few things my self to make them look like this:
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/TCSSpainted.jpg

And here is a partial result
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/bfa3bf0b.jpg

Side by side
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/8a81fb1b.png

After i got to that point i added the electronics:

PC2.0
7.4v (2 X 18650's)
LEDengin 10W Red (Full powah setup 4 dice @1000ma each)
Recharge port
Rice port
premium speaker
Chasis parts
TOR Font Darkness returns by Nightstorm

Here is a short video of the hilt LINK (http://youtu.be/Nf2p_AMx1qk)

I had to make a special lens and led holder because the MSH one doesn't fit the emitter i have. And will post a new video once that is complete.

Thanks.

[Darth Derg]

Wow! Nice job, not 100% a replica, but I love the blades on that thing. I've loved that look since I saw the trailer the first time. I'm going to make my own blades for my saber, as I can only find one source for a readily available blade in that style. Where'd you pick those up at?

EDIT:::Rewatched the video. I know where now, lol.

[Gucabe]

LOL.. thanks... i'm still waiting on the modified LED & lens holder... hopefully ill get it this week... for now i have designed the activation box (non functional) that is seen on the side... I also designed a sleeve for the pommel that goes on top of the square one... ill have to modify the square pommel too... like so:

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/0f9b4a2f.jpg

This is how it will look, minus the screws that will hold it in place...

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/4b614e49.jpg

Thanks.

[madmaxx]

looks awesome! And if you are ever in the kitchen it probably slices and dices with those evil looking blade fins!! I love it

[Gucabe]

looks awesome! And if you are ever in the kitchen it probably slices and dices with those evil looking blade fins!! I love it

LOL quite honestly you could... Thanks :D

I didn't show this but here are some pics of the building process
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/b415ee41.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/c312cf76.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/f1c8186a.jpg

Here are a few screenshots of the hilt , im using a temporary solution for the led and lens holder, it's not very stable but good enough for show.
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/ab464670.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/4746fe43.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/57f84500.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/0ccddf01.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/268c269c.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/a0f6f87e.jpg

The saber plug is temporary too but it looks similar to what im building. Thanks.

[Gucabe]

ahh progress... the pommel modification is ready, half of the activation box too... I just need a few more pieces to complete it.
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/2190d4d0.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/10544c7e.jpg

[Gucabe]

Well i did it... i went for the single piece leather wrap... with Herrinbong stich, or something like that... i liked it...

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/c2d0ebc3.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/64864d66.jpg

It's the first time i have done something like this.
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/871b8142.jpg

So the pommel is taking shape... i still need to find someone to make me the sleeve. Here are a few more screens
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/41f55e07.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/a91c94bd.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/daf2b92c.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/51f361d6.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/abc93585.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/3deb5417.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/630aee0e.jpg

[Arryck Corso]

Looking good Gucabe!! I'm real interested to see how your pommel turns out.

[Finngarh]

You said on your first post that you had to paint some parts. With what kind of paint/color did you do that ?
I tried on the parts I just got with some leather ink I have. It works too great on belt buckles made of brass. But does not stays on aluminum unfortunatelly.

Great job by the way, even if Malgus' saber is not my favorite (I'd prefer his Master's Lord Vindican one ;) )

[Gucabe]

Looking good Gucabe!! I'm real interested to see how your pommel turns out.
Thanks, i've contacted several sources and i'm in the process of selecting the right one.

You said on your first post that you had to paint some parts. With what kind of paint/color did you do that ?
I tried on the parts I just got with some leather ink I have. It works too great on belt buckles made of brass. But does not stays on aluminum unfortunatelly.

Great job by the way, even if Malgus' saber is not my favorite (I'd prefer his Master's Lord Vindican one ;) )

Well the main body for example i just primed it really well (3 coats ) using rustoleum's 2x primer then i used a Satin finish black from the same brand, but i spray it in a way that it leaves some texture, just enough not to get fully covered and i do this in intervals of 20 minutes each coat. 4 coats is good enough... then leave it alone for 24 hrs... dont touch it... trust me.
Eventually i was suggested to add some leather and its covered now LOL
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/14ab71eb.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/83850c18.jpg

For the pommel i got a bright finish nickel because the fins look different color than aluminum... did not turn out like i thought it would. I was hoping for a more yellowish color. I need another paint.

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/fd66ba0b.jpg

Thanks.

[Gucabe]

I think i never showed it with the blade on.

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/70fd8f34.png

Looks a bit orange but its the camera compensation i guess.

[Vlad Doon]

Superb work. The pommel is really perfect and I like how you've made the emitter. It was really tricky to acheive something accurate....Very well done

[Finngarh]

Hi,
Ok, thanks for your answer even if it didn't really help for me ^^
You used primer. I actually want to give an "aged" look to my saber or, to darken some small icons I will engrave in it with a dremel.

Basically, I would like to optain something like this:
http://fc01.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2011/296/9/e/swtor_satele_shan__s_lightsaber_by_risiavyle-d2s19c3.jpg

For this I would need to color the hole thing and only then carve some things in it. I'm also considering to do the opposite. Carve first, and then color the "low profile zone". To have the drawings in black, on a light handle.
I'll figure something out anyway :)

[Gucabe]

That its too much for me... im already over my usual skills LOL. That is something i would not attempt to do my self... good luck :D


Hi,
Ok, thanks for your answer even if it didn't really help for me ^^
You used primer. I actually want to give an "aged" look to my saber or, to darken some small icons I will engrave in it with a dremel.

Basically, I would like to optain something like this:
http://fc01.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2011/296/9/e/swtor_satele_shan__s_lightsaber_by_risiavyle-d2s19c3.jpg

For this I would need to color the hole thing and only then carve some things in it. I'm also considering to do the opposite. Carve first, and then color the "low profile zone". To have the drawings in black, on a light handle.
I'll figure something out anyway :)

[patolcott]

WOW!, what an amazing saber! i hope to do one like that someday. lol right now i have my plate full with my second build. Good job bud keep up the good work

[Gucabe]

Totally forgot to put the finished pics. And thanks for your kind words

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/72257419.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/c29910fd.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/cc72f11c.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/17a93d32.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/6190cbed.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/6d7ab1fd.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/d48d5cae.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/2bfde1dc.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/019bcf8a.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp35/gucabe/5800cf47.jpg

Im doing another upgrade on the inside... replacing the PC2.0 for a CF6... it will be ready soon.