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How to Create an Energy Sword in Blender

Blender Made Easy via YouTube

Overview

Learn how to create a Halo-inspired energy sword in Blender with this comprehensive 35-minute tutorial. Model the iconic weapon, develop a procedural material, and harness the power of geometry nodes to generate lightning effects. Follow along as the instructor guides you through each step, including creating the sword model, crafting the lightning material, adjusting Eevee settings, designing blade edge and handle materials, implementing geometry node lightning, and animating the final product. Gain valuable insights into Blender's various features and techniques while bringing this sci-fi weapon to life. Perfect for both beginners and intermediate Blender users looking to expand their 3D modeling and animation skills.

Syllabus

Introduction
Lightning Material
Eevee Settings
Blade Edge Material
Handle Material
Geometry Node Lightning
Lighting Movement
Final Node Tree
Animating the Sword

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Blender Made Easy

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