Ripper Chainsword

You’re not very good with a gun. Missing an eye, your aim is terrible! That’s why you rely instead on your Ripper Chainsaw.

This recycled masterpiece keeps all of your enemies at bay--with just one clean sweep you’re free to be on your way (regardless of whether or not you can see the path).

DETAILS

The Dark Moon Ripper Chainsword is a 60 cm LARP weapon crafted to look like a modified chainsaw welded inside a sword casing. We all know that when the world ends, you’ve got to get creative with your weapons! The one-handed handle is shaped and painted to look like coiled metal, accommodating a firm, comfortable grip, protected by a dangerously bladed handguard.

Made from durable closed cell foam around a fibreglass core, and finished with a strong latex coating, you can feel confident that your LARP weapon will provide the safety and appeal you want for your post-apocalyptic inspired kit.

INSPIRATION

• An example of a weapon you might find after the world-as-we-know-it ends
• Designed with the understanding that even a cool zombie-killing chainsaw eventually runs out of gas--but can still be very useful
• Used as protection when you’ve inevitably run out of bullets for your gun

As you infiltrate the city, you pass by the gates completely unnoticed in your Altair Cowl. Had the guards known your intentions, you’d be hunted as a killer. Thankfully today no one knows that you have such a mission.

You find your target as he enters his hideout, two of his guards at his side. There might be a way to get inside without detection--and that’s when you spot the open window on the third floor. That won’t be too difficult to reach. Not for a skilled assassin such as you.

The vast wastelands are dangerous, and so you are armed to the teeth. Guns, knives, and even a chainsaw are kept handy should the specific need arise to use them. Your favourite, however, is your Riot Shield.

The large piece of metal is practically indestructible. It’s a tried and true way of protecting yourself from your enemies, and the reason you will survive while others might not.

DETAILS

Dark Moon’s Riot Sheild is a realistic looking latex shield used by riot police, designed to be used against raider bullets and zombie claws alike. The Riot Shield is sculpted and handpainted to look like metal, heavily damaged in combat. A white stenciled ‘375 DM’ decorates the front of this matte-coloured shield, just below the covered slit that allows you to orient yourself on the battlefield while remaining protected.

Wear this Riot Shield left- or right-handed with the use of four versatile leather arm straps on the back. Feel confident that this hard EVA foam and latex shield will withstand the continued abuse of a LARP with regular latex maintenance.

HISTORY

• Riot shields are typically used by police and military
• Designed to protect the head to the knees
• This particular style is similar to a Body Bunker used by SWAT teams

This bestselling Epic Armoury Maintenance Silicone is used for maintenance of Live Action Role Playing foam weapons and equipment covered with latex and/or varnish.

Directions for use:

Latex equipment must be coated with a thin layer of silicone at all times. This prevents the surfaces from drying out, and will prolong the lifespan of your latex equipment. Always check your latex equipment before and after each use. Spray the silicone directly onto your latex product and work it into the entire surface (avoiding leather handles) either with a piece of cloth or using a flat hand. If necessary, wipe off any excess with a dry cotton cloth. Always store your latex equipment in a dry and dark place.

Perfect for Logical Alien Types and their not so nice cousins.

Product Description

Aradani Studios elf ears are considered by many as the best costume prosthetics in the world. These are hand-crafted in our home studio by the artists of Aradani with attention to detail and quality.

Not only do we hand make and inspect each set of ears, we try to use the highest quality materials we can find. Often on the road we are told our ears last for years of use, with some people coming back with the same ears after 6-7 years of wearing them! You can attach these ears with spirit gum or liquid latex (personally we recommend spirit gum). The seam lines can be blended with latex or hidden with the use of an ear cuff as shown in the picture.

Product Details

Size: 2 " from the inner-curve to tip. (adds approx. 1 " to the length of your ears)

Recommended Age: 5 and up.

Made of Costume Grade Latex and powdered with Hypoallergenic Baby Powder

Different Make-up Colors Available. Please note there are additional wait times for coloured ears.

Design: Paul and Michael Bielaczyc

These are handcrafted in our home studio, by the artists of Aradani, with attention to detail and quality. 

Customer note: Painted stock are hand painted inhouse by Of Science & Swords staff. We can attempt to match your skin tone if you are able to provide a side shot of your head on the selection of the most appropriate skin tone from the drop down. Alternatively, if you want custom colouration, please leave a message whilst placing your order and we will be in touch.

Aradani Studios was founded in 2002 by the Bielaczyc siblings, Michael, Paul and Sara. Their original intention was to work at the Tennessee Renaissance Festival as a part-time endeavor, a way for them to spend time together and have some fun selling artwork. So many people were interested in Paul's elven costume, particularly the pointed ears, that the they decided that they would add elf ears to the business. The following weekend, the Bielaczyc's began what Aradani Studios is best known for: hand-painting elf ears to blend in naturally with people's skin tone.

What began as a once a year activity for the brothers expanded in 2003 to include three Renaissance festivals and multiple conventions around the country. During this time, Aradani Studios carried a variety of other brands, but didn't manufacture any of their own products. However, with customers requesting custom prosthetics at every show, they decided it was time to expand.

Starting early in 2005, they began sculpting and producing their own line of prosthetics, by 2007, over 90% of the products they sold were created in house, made and manufactured in Nashville, Tennessee. Customers all over the world have enjoyed Aradani elf ears and masks.

Aside from latex prosthetics and jewelry, Michael and Paul Bielaczyc are acclaimed fantasy artists, winning awards all over the country and working for companies such as Dragonlance and Apex Digest. Their work can be seen in shows across the Southeast and various publications.

About Aradani's business practices:

We strive to bring the best quality costuming to our customers. We also try our best to have most things made in the United States (or if possible in fair trade commerce). 80% of our products are made in the U.S. , and 100% of the products we make are designed, built and manufactured here in the U.S.A. by workers who are paid a fair wage.

You purchase an unique item that was produced just once and does not exist a second time.

All FDD weapons are known for their high quality due to the long experience in the production of LARP weapons. 

This weapon "made in Germany" is constructed of a fibre core covered with thick foam, which in turn is coated with latex for protection. The weapon is provided with an authentic coloring and covered with a protective glossy varnish.

The stated length indicates the total length of the weapon and may vary.

For the best possible maintenance of your weapon we recommend using silicone spray.

Since 2001 the Forgotten Dreams Design-Studio (FDD), managed by Philipp Heidtkamp in Regensburg-Germany, produces LARP-Weapons, Fantasy costumes, props and scenery for Live Action Role Playing (LARP), Theatre, Film- and TV productions. In the beginning there was just the possibility to produce single pieces and custom-made Larpswords and Larpshields, but today FDD is able to offer eight different series of varying styles (kinds). Over the Years the Forgotten Dreams Design Studio advanced to be one of the biggest producers of foam weapons in the world. FDD foam weapons are made in Germany and can be found on countless events, medieval shops and Larp-shops, as well as wholesale and retail industries in Germany and are sold by a global network of Larp sellers. However, the Design Studio never lost it's touch and it's regard to the customer and the Gamer. Aside the series for retailers, each client has the possibility to own his individual and custom-made Larp-sword.

The trick is never to stay in one place for too long. Inevitably the undead will sniff you out of your hiding hole, and you’ll find yourself cornered by an endless sea of flesh-hungry abominations. Unfortunately, while you’re on the move, your last encounter emptied the last of your bullets. With an empty gun you’re defenseless.

You take refuge in an abandoned garage, looking for a new weapon. That’s when you spot the old chainsaw. You have a brilliant idea, and to your relief there’s enough gas in a discarded blowtorch for the job you have in mind.

Ladies and gentlemen? Introducing the Chain Sword.

The ones you have to fear in the zombie apocalypse aren’t the dead ones, but the ones who are still alive and waiting to take everything you have left. That’s why you’ve rigged up this special puppy: the Chain Longsword.

This recycled masterpiece keeps all of your enemies at bay--just one clean sweep and you’re free to be on your way.

DETAILS

The Dark Moon Chain Longsword is a 110 cm LARP weapon crafted to look like a recycled chainsaw welded inside a sword casing. We all know that when the world ends, you’ve got to get creative with your weapons! The ergonomic handle is shaped and painted to look like coiled metal, accommodating a firm, comfortable grip, so you won’t lose your weapon while cutting through a horde of zombies.

Made from durable closed cell foam around a fibreglass core, and finished with a strong latex coating, you can feel confident that your LARP weapon will provide the safety and appeal you want for your post-apocalyptic inspired kit.