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I am looking for an experienced 3D weapon artist to create a high-quality, game-ready fantasy sword asset. The sword will be used as a hero weapon in a third-person action RPG environment. The target quality is similar to modern AAA game weapons: realistic materials, strong silhouette, detailed craftsmanship, and optimized geometry suitable for real-time use. I already have concept references showing the desired style and direction. The weapon should combine Viking/Norse inspiration with dark fantasy elements. The final result should feel like a legendary warrior weapon — realistic, functional, and suitable for in-game combat. Design Direction: The sword should include: Long double-edged sword blade Heavy realistic medieval/Viking proportions Dark forged steel appearance Red metallic accents/inlays Ancient rune engravings Battle-worn surface details Detailed bat-wing inspired crossguard Black leather wrapped handle with red bindings Skull-themed pommel with red gemstone details The design should avoid looking like a decorative fantasy prop. It should feel like a weapon that a warrior could actually use. Required Deliverables: 3D Model High-quality game-ready sword model Clean topology Proper edge definition Symmetrical and production-ready geometry Optimized for real-time rendering Texturing PBR texture workflow required: Base Color Normal Map Roughness Metallic Additional maps if needed Texture quality: 4K preferred Materials should clearly separate: Forged metal blade Dark steel guard Leather grip Skull/pommel materials Red accent details Technical Requirements: The asset should be suitable for integration into a third-person action game. Required: FBX export Source files included (Blender/Maya/Substance preferred) UV unwrapped model Correct scale and orientation Clean naming structure If possible, keep logical elements separated: Blade Guard Handle Pommel This will help with future material adjustments and game integration. Quality Expectations: The final sword should: Look good from gameplay camera distance Hold up in close-up views Have realistic proportions Avoid AI-generated artifacts Avoid broken geometry Avoid unrealistic thickness or floating details Ideal Freelancer: Looking for someone experienced with: Game weapon modeling Hard-surface modeling Blender/Maya Substance Painter PBR workflows AAA game asset creation Please provide: Examples of previous weapon assets Your recommended workflow Estimated delivery time Fixed price estimate This can become a long-term collaboration. Additional weapons, armor, and character assets may follow if the quality and workflow are a good match. Skills: 3D Modeling Game Asset Creation Blender Maya Substance Painter PBR Texturing Hard Surface Modeling Game Design Unreal Engine / Unity Asset Pipeline
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Hello, Your Viking fantasy sword needs to read as a believable hero weapon with AAA-level realism, and I can create it with clean hard-surface modeling, strong silhouette, and production-ready PBR texturing. I’ll build the blade, guard, grip, and pommel with proper separation for easy material control, then unwrap, texture, and optimize everything for real-time use in your third-person RPG. I’ll follow your concept references closely, add battle-worn metal, rune engravings, red accents, and the skull-themed details while keeping the proportions functional and game-ready. Final delivery will include FBX and source files, with 4K PBR maps and clean naming throughout. Please have a look at our Freelancer portfolio through the links given below. https://www.freelancer.com/u/CreativeDesign50 Best regards Kirandeep K.
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Understanding You need a AAA game-ready Viking fantasy sword for real-time combat in a third-person RPG, with a dark forge blade, rune engravings, red accents, and a skull pommel. Solution - Block and refine proportions in Blender/Maya to achieve a strong silhouette; hard-surface, production-friendly topology. - High-poly detailing, then retopology with clean quad geometry; prepare for LODs. - Texture with Substance Painter using a PBR workflow; deliver 4K base color, normal, roughness, metallic maps. - Separate components (blade, guard, handle, pommel) with consistent naming for material tweaks and game integration. - Export FBX with correct scale/orientation; include source files; clean UVs. Deliverables - 3D model, game-ready sword; clean topology; optimized for real-time. - 4K textures (base color, normal, roughness, metallic) plus AO if needed. - FBX export; UVs; proper naming; source files; separated parts. Budget + timeline - Fixed price: 2,000-2,800 USD. Delivery: 14-21 days after kickoff. Why me I bring 3D Design, Substance Painter, 3D Rendering, and real-time pipelines together. I model in Blender/Maya, texture in Substance Painter, and can integrate the asset into Unreal Engine or Unity smoothly. Portfolio reference Portfolio: https://www.freelancer.com/u/zarminagull189
$190 USD in 3 days
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Hi, I can create a AAA-quality, game-ready Viking fantasy sword with detailed modeling and optimized topology. I’ll deliver clean UVs, high-quality PBR textures, realistic materials, and properly prepared game-ready files suitable for modern engines, ensuring strong detail while maintaining efficient performance. Best regards, Mahad Hasan | 3D Game Asset Exp
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Hi, Your project caught my attention because this is more than a fantasy sword—you need a realistic, game-ready hero weapon suitable for a modern AAA-style RPG. I can create the sword with a strong Viking/Norse + dark fantasy identity, including: * Realistic proportions & clean hard-surface modeling * Forged steel, rune engravings & battle-worn details * Bat-wing crossguard and skull pommel * Proper UVs and material separation * PBR textures: Base Color, Normal, Roughness & Metallic * 4K texture workflow * Optimized geometry for real-time use * Clean FBX + organized source files I’ll pay close attention to avoiding AI artifacts, broken geometry, floating details, and unrealistic proportions. I’d also be interested in continuing with additional weapons, armor, and character assets if the first project is a good fit. I’d love to turn your concept into a weapon that feels truly legendary and production-ready. Best regards, Onni
$120 USD in 2 days
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Saima Qaisar Dear Client, I can create your game-ready Viking/Norse dark-fantasy sword with a strong functional silhouette, detailed hard-surface modeling, clean topology, and realistic battle-worn PBR materials. I’ll build the blade, bat-wing guard, leather-wrapped handle, skull pommel, runes, and red metallic details as properly separated components for easy game integration. The final asset will be UV-unwrapped, correctly scaled, optimized for real-time use, and delivered with FBX plus the editable Blender source and 4K PBR textures. Could you share the concept references so I can confirm the exact design direction and provide a fixed delivery estimate?
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IF YOU ARE NOT HAPPY AT THE END OF THE PROJECT YOU DONT NEED TO PAY Recently, I created a stunning fantasy sword asset that hit all the marks for a client in the gaming industry, achieving the desired realism and intricate detailing they were after. I can help you achieve a high-quality, game-ready fantasy sword that embodies the spirit of legendary warrior weaponry, combining Viking/Norse and dark fantasy elements. You won’t find a freelancer better aligned with what you’re looking for. Understanding your need for a design that is clean, professional, and battle-ready, I am ready to ensure it features realistic materials, optimized geometry, and seamless integration into your third-person action RPG. My skills include 3D modeling, PBR workflows, and game asset creation. There’s no doubt I can deliver an outstanding product. BEST IN SA HANDS DOWN! I’d love to chat about your project! The worst that can happen is you walk away with a free consultation. Regards, Carly.
$150 USD in 3 days
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Hello, I have carefully read through your project requirements and I am excited about the opportunity to create a high-quality Viking fantasy sword 3D asset with PBR textures. With over 3 years of experience in 3D design, modeling, and rendering, I am confident in my ability to deliver a game-ready weapon that meets your expectations. My approach involves meticulously crafting the sword to embody the desired Viking/Norse inspiration with dark fantasy elements. By focusing on realistic materials, detailed craftsmanship, and optimized geometry, the final deliverable will be a legendary warrior weapon suitable for in-game combat. I am well-versed in Blender and Substance Painter, and have a strong background in game asset creation and PBR workflows. I would love to discuss your project further and collaborate on bringing your vision to life. Looking forward to the opportunity to work together. Feel free to reach out with any questions. Best regards,
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Hello, With 5 years of experience in 3D Modeling, 3D Animation, and Illustration, I am well-equipped to handle your project of creating a high-quality Viking fantasy sword asset. I have carefully reviewed your requirements and am confident in delivering a game-ready sword that meets the desired AAA quality standards. With over 5 years of expertise in Social Media Marketing, Logo & Graphic Design, Website Design, 2D/3D Animation, and Speech & Language Therapy, I ensure impactful visuals and data-driven strategies to strengthen brand presence. You can view my portfolio here: https://www.freelancer.com/u/shyle98 I am excited about the opportunity to collaborate and will ensure effective communication throughout the project. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Best regards, Shyle A
$80 USD in 7 days
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I’ve written this proposal specifically around your fantasy sword asset, so please take a moment to read it fully. I’ve recently worked on the same kind of game-ready 3D asset workflow, so I’m already comfortable with the full process from blockout to final FBX. I’d build the sword in Blender with proper Viking proportions, clean hard-surface topology, strong edge definition, separate blade/guard/handle/pommel parts, and optimized geometry for real-time use. For texturing, I’d use a proper PBR workflow with 4K Base Color, Normal, Roughness and Metallic maps, keeping the forged steel, leather grip, red inlays, runes, battle wear and skull pommel visually distinct without making it look like an over-designed fantasy prop. You can check my portfolio for my 3D and game asset work, and also have a look at my recent client feedback—you’ll see I’ve just completed similar technical 3D work successfully. Question: Are you targeting Unreal or Unity, and do you have a preferred triangle count for the final weapon? Please initiate a chat and send the concept references. I can review them and give you a fixed price and realistic delivery time right away. Regards, Syed Basit
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Hi, I see you need a high-quality AAA-style, game-ready Viking/Norse dark-fantasy sword with realistic forged materials, detailed craftsmanship, runes, battle wear, bat-wing crossguard, leather grip, and skull pommel. I’d suggest building the sword with a strong gameplay silhouette first, then separating the blade, guard, handle, and pommel for easier material adjustments and future game integration. I’ll use clean topology, proper UVs, optimized geometry, and a consistent PBR workflow to ensure it looks excellent both in gameplay and close-up views. I have 8+ years of experience in 3D modeling, hard-surface assets, game-ready workflows, Blender, PBR texturing, and production-ready asset creation. My account is new with only 3 reviews, so I’m offering the most reasonable rates to build strong client relationships. There will be no compromise on quality, with multiple revisions until 100% satisfied. I can share relevant weapon/3D asset samples and discuss the fixed price and delivery time after reviewing your concept references. I’m available to start immediately. Best Regards, DigitalArtForge
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Hi there, I'm excited to tackle your AAA game-ready Viking fantasy sword! As a 3D Hard Surface and Game Asset Specialist with 12+ years of experience in weapon creation for AAA studios, I understand exactly what makes a hero weapon truly legendary. Your vision is crystal clear: a battle-worn Viking blade with dark fantasy soul. I'll deliver a production-ready asset that feels authentic, not decorative, from the heavy medieval proportions and realistic forged steel to the skull pommel with crimson gemstone details. My approach: • High-poly sculpting in Blender with meticulous edge definition and battle-worn surface storytelling • Clean, optimized topology built for real-time performance • Full PBR texturing in Substance Painter: 4K Base Color, Normal, Roughness, Metallic, and AO • Logical separation: Blade, Guard, Handle, Pommel for seamless game integration • FBX export with source files, UV-unwrapped, proper scale, and clean naming structure I'll ensure zero AI artifacts, realistic proportions, and stunning detail from both gameplay distance and close-up cinematic moments. This asset will hold its own in modern AAA standards. Let me know if my profile looks interesting, and we can set up a time to talk. Best regards, Elijah M
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Hello, I can create a high-quality, game-ready fantasy sword that matches your Norse/dark-fantasy direction while keeping the design realistic, functional, and suitable for a third-person action RPG. My workflow would cover clean hard-surface modeling, proper topology and UVs, detailed sculpting where needed, and 4K PBR texturing with Base Color, Normal, Roughness, Metallic, and supporting maps. I’ll carefully reproduce the forged steel, rune engravings, battle wear, leather grip, red accents, bat-wing guard, and skull pommel while avoiding exaggerated or artificial-looking details. The final asset will be optimized for real-time rendering, correctly scaled and oriented, with clean naming and logical parts separated for easier game integration. I can provide FBX plus the requested source files. I’m also comfortable preparing the asset for Unreal Engine or Unity pipelines. If you send the concept references, I can review them and confirm the best workflow, fixed price, and delivery schedule before starting.
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Hello I am a skilled 3D artist with extensive experience in 3ds Max, Enscape, V-Ray, ZBrush, and KeyShot, specializing in high-quality 3D modeling and rendering. My work covers architectural visualizations, product designs, and character modeling, always with a focus on realism, precision, and creativity. I create immersive and visually stunning 3D models and renderings, delivering results that align perfectly with client requirements. My strong understanding of design principles, lighting, textures, and composition ensures each project is professional, polished, and ready for presentation or production. You can view my portfolio here: https://www.fr.freelancer.com/u/mouniridmed Best regards, Mounir
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As a highly skilled 3D artist, I have extensive experience creating game-ready assets that meet the quality standards demanded by modern AAA games. In my two-decade-long career, I've developed a deep understanding of the game asset creation process, which includes hard-surface modeling, PBR texturing using tools like Substance Painter, and adhering to proper UV unwrapping for efficient rendering in real-time. I believe my proficiency in using Blender/Maya and other industry-standard tools combined with my understanding of Unreal Engine/Unity asset pipeline aligns perfectly with the technical requirements of this project. Over the years, I have honed my skills specifically for character and weapon design, indicating a match with your immediate goals as well as potential future collaborations. I would love to showcase some of my previous works in weapon assets that demonstrate not only my aesthetic design prowess but also my ability to strike a balance between realism and functionality. Please let me know if there's a specific platform where you'd prefer to view them. Additionally, I can provide you with my recommended workflow for this project and an estimated delivery time for your consideration. Thank you for the opportunity to be considered as your 3D weapon artist!
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