Demogorgon's Dovahkiin Daedric Build

Demogorgon · Apr 16, 2014

FUS RO DAH!!!!!
Hail Sithis!

Hello 405th, and welcome to another build

I wanted to branch out from the Halo universe and build something suitable for Renaissance Festivals. I decided that a set of Daedric armor would be pretty interesting to make so I'm going for it. I will be using Zombiegrimm's files and modifying them for foam.

-----Daedric Armor Foam Unfolds-----

--/Please keep in mind that these unfolds I created for my build style. I also modify the templates as I cut them out to fit my needs. There may also be parts I took out because I didn't want them in the final piece (shoulders for example, the third little spike I removed and made it flat.)/--

First up, I went ahead and pepped out a Daedric Dagger. I don't remember where on the internet I found the file though (I couldn't find one in ZG's thread).

The file split the dagger into 4 pieces which will make the hardening process go a lot easier. In the end, I'll probably end up making a Daedric Greatsword, but a dagger is good for now.

I have also finished modifying the gauntlet for foam. For the finger parts I will be pepping out the sections and use rivets (or just glue the pieces to the proper part of the glove fingers) so I can actually bend my fingers. Here is my foam template for the gauntlets, went from 26 pages down to 4 haha.

Lastly, I don't know whether I want to do the original paint scheme or the purified paint scheme with the gold details. What do you guys and gals think?

Original:

Purified:

Well this concludes the intro to my next build. I'm excited to get started on it.

foxleader · Apr 16, 2014

man that medieval fair is going to need a new class of evil.

Demogorgon · Apr 16, 2014

foxleader said:
man that medieval fair is going to need a new class of evil.

Haha hopefully it'll turn out devilishly awesome. I wanted to make something for the Ren Fests but something other than the obvious candidates (Jester, peasent, knight, monk, etc.). I wanted it to be something that really not many people have seen (I've seen maybe 3-4 full daedric sets actually built) so I figured, hey, a daedric build would get a few double takes haha. Plus I can also take this as an alternate suit to my GEN 2 'Busa suit at conventions

Demogorgon · Apr 17, 2014

Time for an update for the night. The foam template is working out tremendously and the forearm is coming together quite nicely. I am a little over half way done with the left forearm.

It's a bit narrow so I'll have to add some extra foam to open up the diameter a little.

Zoogami Snowfox · Apr 17, 2014

I think the white / gold armour would look pretty sweet, but I will warn you from experience white armour needs alot maintenance.
Your forearm is looks great so far.
+1 sub

foxleader · Apr 17, 2014

you know I'd go to a elder scroll's con if they ever had one.

Snortellini · Apr 17, 2014

Don't go pure man, I'd go evil as hell. Get some red lights in between the joints and look badass.

Demogorgon · Apr 17, 2014

foxleader said:
you know I'd go to a elder scroll's con if they ever had one.

Ditto. That would be a really fun convention.

Snortellini said:
Don't go pure man, I'd go evil as hell. Get some red lights in between the joints and look badass.

When I first thought of doing this build, that was exactly what I thought of doing, going with the original paint scheme with red pulsing LEDs. Then, a couple days ago, my friend showed me this alternate color scheme and I thought it looked pretty cool, I guess because it was different and I was so used to playing with the default. I'm on the fence on which color scheme I want to do but I'm kind of leaning towards the original with red LEDs.

Demogorgon · Apr 17, 2014

Finished the left gauntlet. I left off the part that goes over the back of the hand so I can bend my hand backwards but I'll add it to the gloves and probably strap it to the forearm so that I can retain my hand movement.

I'm working on modifying the shoulder file for foam and then I'll get to my right forearm.

foxleader · Apr 18, 2014

yes because the sword is a beast.

oh are you going to make a bow as well because then you can make the arrows to go with it.

Demogorgon · Apr 18, 2014

I was thinking about making a bow but the Medieval fest doesn't allow arrows with tips, however if I make the tips from foam I may be able to bring them. If I do make the bow, it will be if I have any extra time after the armor and sword is finished.

Here are the weapon guidelines for the Sarasota Medieval Fest:

No guns of any type are allowed at the festival. If your costume includes a sword, or dagger they must be properly sheathed and peace-tied. Present yourself to security personnel at our Castle Entranceway. No broadaxes, maces, halberds, claymores, pikes or spears are allowed at the festival. Arrows with tips are not allowed. Drawing of any type of weapons at any time is not allowed and will result in immediate removal from the festival.

I'm pretty sure this refers to metal weaponry but I emailed the event coordinators asking if foam weapons were allowed without needing a sheath so hopefully I'll be able to bring them. The armor will still look pretty epic without a weapon but the sword will definitely enhance the look.

foxleader · Apr 18, 2014

oh man that mean's I can't to a para drop into the josting match and pull out my SMG's like a boss. but it stucks that they are that tight on fake weapons even a prop is a fake of the real thing, by the way just be glad their isn't a webbing spent an hour having to remove weapons, knife frag's, spike's, stickys, remote deatanors's, and the blast pack I had on my leg, just to get in. the guys running it was wanting to know what was taking so long and opened the door and seen me pulling weapons out of my suit. ODST more like MAIM (mobile armory in marine.)

Demogorgon · Apr 18, 2014

That's ridiculous. As long as it's LARP friendly it should be allowed to any convention/faire. I think the guidelines only apply to REAL weapons, not props, but we'll see what they say about prop weapons.

Demogorgon · Apr 18, 2014

Update

Gauntlets are finished!

They need some very minor touch ups with some caulking.

Next up will be the Greaves. Here's my modified unfold for foam

Nearly got everything onto one sheet of foam haha. Need to make a Walmart and GNC run tomorrow for supplies and my Spike Energy Drinks!

Through my experience of working with foam, and a tip from Hyper, it's always best to try and get as big of a foam piece as possible. This results in a much smoother and cleaner final product. I'll post some pictures of the finished greaves tomorrow.

foxleader · Apr 19, 2014

yea it's bacon flavored.

Demogorgon · Apr 19, 2014

--Update--

Finished the left greave and I think it came out beautifully. It fits perfectly and actually has very good maneuverability. I'll upload a picture of me wearing them once I finish the right one.

--EDIT--

Here are the two shins with the toe pieces:

And here is everything so far:

chris0812 · Apr 20, 2014

very nice dude - seems that both of us are working parallel

but seeing your progress and the simplicity of the foam peps gives me doubts of i should pep everything or just use foam for parts like shoulders, greaves and torso....how thick is the foam? 1cm?

Demogorgon · Apr 20, 2014

chris0812 said:
very nice dude - seems that both of us are working parallel but seeing your progress and the simplicity of the foam peps gives me doubts of i should pep everything or just use foam for parts like shoulders, greaves and torso....how thick is the foam? 1cm?

Thanks, I'll reply to your PM with the files

The foam is 1.27cm (1/2")

I find that keeping the foam unfolds simple result in a very easy build plus they look clean once built. As you can see in one of my pictures posted before, I'll try to attach as many of the template pieces as I can to make the result smooth and clean. A heat gun is a must when working with foam to help get the shapes you desire.

foxleader · Apr 20, 2014

just don't build the portal helm. lol.

Demogorgon · Apr 20, 2014

--Update--

I feel like I am flying through this build, though I plan on it slowing down now that the torso, shoulders and helmet are coming up haha. Here are the thigh and rib pieces from the Torso Pieces file:

I'm working on the modified unfold for the three remaining parts simultaneously so whichever one I finish first will be next to build!

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