The Fallen Warrior

A claim can be made that all of Colton's designs are special, however, one in particular really is: The Fallen Warrior Sword set. This set was created by Colton as a touching tribute to a lost friend. Phydeaux Felissimo was a White Knight, an Ambassador, a friend, a jouster, an inspiration... Even today, his memory is held dear over several sims, each of which annually mourn his passing in their own ceremonies. It was never my privilege to know 'King Phy', but I did have the honor of standing in the White Ranger Honor Guard for his SL funeral.

At the recent knighting ceremony where King Colton and Queen Bee inducted some of us into the ranks of the White Knights, we candidates wore this sword in his honor.

Its a beautiful sword really... Its blade is elegant and the metal sheen of it does gleam nicely in higher resolutions and with light sources enabled. The cross-guard is strong and bold the hilt is covered in a lovely red and gold texture with intricate detail, and the pommel is an open cross. It comes in 2 varieties; A graceful one-hand-draw, two-hand fight version, and a dual version, featuring a one handed wield with a matching dagger in the off hand.

The animations, like all of those found in White Armory swords, are simple and smooth. The sword is powered by the A&D Engine, meaning it does damage in SF, GM, and SZ damage systems, and comes with a HUD allowing a quick transition between weapons.

The set runs a slightly expensive $999 Lindens, but it is worth every cent of it. It is simply a gorgeous sword, but additionally, it is a loving memorial as well. If it is is purchased through the vendor at the Double Dragon Academy, all the proceeds go to Phy's favorite charity, Dogs for the Deaf.

This sword set can be purchased either at The White Armory:  http://slurl.com/secondlife/Emerald/60/136/25/

Or at the Double Dragon Academy's King Phy Memorial:  http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Tir%20na%20Brighid/233/194/30

Additionally, the White Armory has its *own* memorial to this fallen knight, which can be reached by going to any of the teleporters in or around the Armory and selecting the Cathedral Level. The pictures in this blog were taken there.

For the curious, I'm wearing one of Bee Dumpling's few men's outfits in the photos above... the Duke of Earl set, which is available in the Outlet Store.

Safe Paths until next time....