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3/4" PVC. It has some wobble when it's done like that, but, since you've gotta hold it in the middle (by the grip areas), it effectively eliminates that problem. And, I've been looking at the carbon fiber stuff! This was just my first run (Since, it'll also be my first game next weekend), and...

Ahh, so I made this staff today, 71.5" long (When I made a before I taped it together measurement, it was too close, so I cut off some of the core and made it shorter) Core is 69.5" Padding is 18" on each end, 12" in the center Grips make up the difference, but would be about 23.5" in total...

Thanks for the help so far! Last question, about how long did you make the grip? I'm looking at almost half (from a bit above the bottom end, to a little above the half way point. The book says most only go about a quarter of the length, but polearms were the exception.

Heh, I'm making mine so I can use it while I NPC! How long was your 'blade'? A foot? And just reread the portion on staffs not being allowed to thrust *adjusts measurements pre-cut!*

So, I'm a little unclear on what makes something a polearm besides length. I assume they can have thrusting tips. Is there any limit on the 'head' of the polearm? Could I make a giant scythe out of open cell foam and used that to get over/around shields? I was thinking something like a...

Hah, must be a different Bel I'm thinking of, the one with Osric. Sorry to bother then!

Newbie NPC for Denver! Woot Woot!

Ahh, I'm using http://www.homedepot.com/p/Pratt-Retail-Specialties-3-4-in-x-6-ft-Polyethylene-Self-Stick-Pipe-Insulation-PI12346PESS/204759081 Already 5/8" thick. I did buy a hot knife to cut foam better, but I'm not convinced that your way would produce a 'less prone to breakage' weapon. Might...

I...guess I don't really understand what you are getting at? Do you have pictures showing the whole fulcrum and foam deal? And picture of the 1/2" layers. Wait, wait wait, are you taking solid closed cell foam sheets and wrapping them up?

Hah! Actually, if you read my replies above, I fixed that problem by remaking the top blade to be longer, and to cut a 1" section near the bottom and just add 1" more. It means both ends have 3" (2" open and 1" closed)

Hey! Is this Bel?

Oooh, while rather more expensive then my PVC (I'm getting it for... $2.50/10' section, and local so no shipping), I think when I get a little more confident and skilled, I might spring for some! Just bought a hot knife today to get better rounding on my foam. Thanks!

Replace the PVC with fiberglass I'm guessing? Actually, I did try cutting them to octagons (as much as my exacto knife would let me), but it got taped on in squares. I'll retry them! And for the tape, ooh, good idea. I had to remake the top blade (see below why), and think it came out much...

Hi! So, this was my first try at making a sword. 3/4" PVC pipe core 5/8" Closed cell padding. 2" open cell on top and bottom (For thrusting and waylay) 44" In total. Now, the book guide said to make the core 6" shorter then the final length, and I was aiming for 46" (To stay 2" under the max...