Welcome to Derry

Stephen King's Derry is in many ways his version of Lovecraft's Arkham.  Rushing's Rarities returns to our pages with this very nice Derry welcome sign, perfect for tourists who've visited the town.

 

 

Bogus Blades

Sander Propworx returns to our pages with a pair of LARP-safe foam knives.  It still boggles my mind how realistic LARP weapons have become since I was actively playing back in the 90s.

 

Glass Dagger

Adam from Metal Made Crafts brings us this recreation of a glass dagger from The Elder Scrolls: Skyrim.

 

 

Bring Me the Head of Khar'zuul the Dragon!

I'm a sucker for fantasy trophy mounts, and this is one of the best I've seen.  Artist Winton Afric brings us the head of the red dragon Khar'zuul.

 

Eidolon of Cthulhu

George Tsougkouzidis is one of the best artists working in the Mythos, and I'm happy to say I own several of his pieces.  I may have to expand my collection with this nicely done Eidolon of Cthulhu, available in a variety of finishes.

 

Vampire Hunting Kit

Artist Stéphane Nguyen Van Gioi created this vampire hunting kit for an upcoming murder mystery event.  It's a nicely done bit of assemblage, and the vampire illustration is great.

 

Classic Era Outdoor Gear

If you have any interest in what actual outdoorsmen were wearing back in the classic era of the Mythos, you need to check out this video. James Bender of Waypoint Survival has an in-depth look at the gear used by backcountry travelers in the 1920s, from matchsafes to belt knives. It's part of a larger series featuring historical rambling and hobo life that's absolutely fascinating.

 

Necromancer's Grimoire

 This Necromancer's Grimoire comes to us from the talented MilleCuirs.

 

 

The Crawling Chaos

This statuette of Nyarlathotep in his Crawling Chaos form comes to us from Dellamorte & Co.

 

 

Traveler's Pouch

Tyler McCormick of Wyrdcor returns to our pages with this nicely done traveler's pouch.  Featuring a hand-tooled leather pouch adorned with forged iron closure inset with semi-precious stones.

 

 

Nightfury Wand

Another wonderful wand from McCormick Wands.  This time it's their new "Nightfury", hand carved from black walnut.

 

 

Aslan Restaurant Menu

As a citizen of the Imperium since the late 70s, I absolutely love this printable prop for Traveller.  Mark Wicker posted the full PDF for an Aslan restaurant menu over on the Traveller RPG group on Facebook.  He says it's just the first.  Be sure to check out the mouth watering sea centipede.

 

 

Holy Relics

Thanks to this pair of props from Ugo Serrano I learned the difference between a reliquary and a monstrance.  A reliquary, also known as a phylactery or fereter, is a container or mount for a sacred relic.  A monstrance is an open or transparent reliquary.  

You learn something new every day.

 

The Bracers of Bodvar Bjarki

James Ewing has made a career of producing amazing artifacts for collectors.  These bracers are just one example of his creativity and craftsmanship.

Bodvar Bjarki followed the Berserkrgang (way of the Bear shirt) and was one of the greatest Berserker warriors of King Rholf Kraki (King of Denmark). The exploits of Bodvar Bjarki are noted in a great Norse saga that pre-dates the fall of the Roman Empire. It is said that, in the Kings final battle, Bodvar was absent from the field for a great deal of the time. Just as all seemed lost, a great bear appeared and tore into the enemy ranks slaying men as it went. When one of the kings men found Bodvar in his tent in a meditative state he roused him. As soon as his eyes opened the bear disappeared.

Certain germanic legends also speak of belts or bracelets made from the skin of certain animals which were used by shapeshifters. The wearer could draw on the Ethereal energies in these garments to aid their transformation or ethereal projections of their chosen animal and it's powers.

These Bracers are made from nickel silver and brass with hand made buckles on leather with salvaged fur. They bare a brass Bear claw motif and brass plaque with "Berserkrgang" etched in runes. Between them, in the centre of each bracer, is Odins illusionary rune which is said to have been used by Norse shapeshifting warriors on the battlefield.

 

 

Anora's Amulet

For years, Valara Atran has been recreating items from the old school Elder Scrolls games.  Her latest is the wonderfully obscure blue amulet owned by Arnora Auria of Bruma in Oblivion.

 

When it comes to gaffs, the amazing Tom Kuebler is in a class of his own.  His latest is his take on the traditional sideshow-style Fiji Mermaid.

 

 

Necronomicon Totem

Jeremy Smith just opened up a store on Etsy, and one of his first items is this Necronomicon Totem.  Very Giger-ish, and I mean that in the best way.  I like it so much I've already ordered one.

 

Dem Bones

Rushing's Rarities returns to our pages with this Hellraiser-inspired skull, featuring hand-cut antique nails.

 

 

Reliquary of the Beast

Ugo Serrano returns to our pages with this reliquary holding the skull of the infamous Beast of Gevaudan.  An incredible faux artifact based on one of the most bizarre cryptids in history.