This week I worked on my base model for my sword.
I used the same technique as before, with using the side view and adjusting the verteces on my plane geometry. I again made sure to make shapes for later extrusion on the blade so that it has depth and details.
I completed the blade of the sword.
I then extruded this and some of the details to see the progress.
I then made sure the UV maps were workable. On first attempt, I noticed I had some non manifold geometry and some more than 4 sided shapes. I used cleanup to solve this, and fixed the shaping after this was done. I was then able to lay out my UV maps for the future when I come to texturing.
I then started on the handle for my sword. I found inspiration for this, as well as using my concept sketches I had made.
I free handed the one side of the first circle that would be surrounding the orb. I then used the mirror tool to make sure there was symmetry and consistency.
Next week I will work on the rest of the handle as this may be the most detailed part of the model.