Introduction
In this cosplay prop creation guide I’ll be walking you through the process I took on the Final iteration of the Crown of Winter, Robb Stark’s crown from A Song of Ice and Fire, a series of novels that inspired the hit HBO TV series A Game of Thrones.
This unlicenced ASOIAF replica is perfect for decorative purposes or as a cosplay prop for either Lady Stoneheart or for the young wolf himself. Available as either a life-sized or mini version, you also have the choice between a final finished piece, Raw & Premium Build Kits or the option to print yourself.
This will be an intensive look at the final revision from start to finish. It doesn’t matter if you’re looking for inspiration with a Raw or Premium Build, thinking to Print It Yourself or just curious to see the outcome: You’re in the right place!
While this unlicensed replica is intended for decorative purposes or for use as a cosplay prop, the main reason for building it is because there is no current item that could better gauge my skill growth! It hadn’t been long since my first attempt which did exactly what it was supposed to and gave me good direction for the second.
Design
I was streaming the design phase at the time, not too sure where the second half is, but here are a couple of hours of the design process from when I was using AutoDesk123.
Build
Once the design was finished, or at least that version, it was time to crack on with the printing. To fit in my printer, the circlet needed to be quartered, while the swords printed off quickly and easily owing to their shape.
Everything printed off nicely, and it was time to assemble the circlet first.
I tried to get around some of the sanding by experimenting with acetone vapour bathing the item. While it may not be a panacea for all post-processing problems, it most certain can have its uses. The first two below have been lightly sanded, while the last one on the right has had a vapour bath; quite a difference!
I used a process called friction welding to adhere and help with the seams on the two halves of the circlet (a good step by step of that process can be found here.).
After assembly, I gave it another light bath in acetone vapour before beginning the sand and prime dance!.
After the fun dance of prime, sand, prime, sand, prime, sand, the build was completed!. Time to start the finish!
Finish
This was before I was using an airbrush and the colour I went for was Roman Ancient Bronze, a metallic car spray paint from Halfords. Matched the exact colour I wanted and was easy to resupply from the same retailer should I run out. The first layer of it was going over the filler primer very nicely.
I’d made a station for spray-painting components. If you plan to use spray paint consistently, I recommend making one.
I didn’t assemble the item before shipping to be able to keep the item safe and secure, but it was eight holes for eight swords and one larger hole for the larger sword. So with all the items now processed and painted, I had essentially completed!
Result
Very easy to put together and looks great below! A cosplay prop of the ASOIAF Crown of Winter, fit for Lady Stoneheart herself, in all its finished glory!
Actually hitting completion was an incredible and new feeling!
I had always offered this on a voluntary donation basis from the outset. She offered payment and I linked a GoFundMe. I requested a voluntary donation and a message to be included of “Prints Focian sends their regards”. Shipping to the US would take a while, but I had completed everything I could do! Now time to just sit back and wait for it to be received. She sent an unexpectedly high amount that makes this specific project one of the best I have engaged with. It was one of many occurrences that helped spur me to where I am now.
On top of that, the item looks absolutely great as modelled by @OuthouseAmy below:
Thanks for reading!
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Love what you saw? Got a project in mind? Feel free to reach out and let me know!
