Final Fantasy X: Rikku's Starting Claw
It seems that FFX props are my claim to fame (or at least, people seem to like the work I do with them)! I'd already done Rikku's celestial weapon, Godhand, but when a client asked me to make Rikku's starting weapon I said absolutely. While this weapon is not nearly as complicated as Godhand, its simplicity gives me the opportunity to really focus on a clean, solid piece.
Rikku's initial claw from Final Fantasy X. The master sculpts were created using MDF and Bondo for the blades, and layers of PVC foam for the hand plate. Silicone molds were created and each piece cast in polyurethane resin to ensure a more solid piece. The handle is a wooden dowel shaped down to fit the hand, with two blind nuts set in either end to accommodate the screws to hold everything together.
The sleeve and glove were sewn by Trena to the client's dimensions. The conches hide slide hook on the upper three straps to facilitate easier dressing.
Unpainted resin kits of the claw are available in our online store:
Unpainted resin kit of Rikku's FFX beginning weapon. Kit includes two blades and one hand plate. Handle is not included at this time. Finish work necessary will include some sanding of flash and minor filling of possible air bubbles, painting and creation of a grip. Grip can be made by cutting a 3-3.25" wooden dowel, drilling pilot holes into the ends, and fastening with two screws. Please allow 2 weeks for turn around. Pieces may be cast in either black, gray, or off white plastic, depending on available resin at the time of purchase.
Cost includes shipping within the United States.
Final photo is an example of a finished kit.
Cost includes shipping within the United States.
Final photo is an example of a finished kit.