This is a reimagined version of my earlier 3D prop, originally created for a 2023 weekly challenge.
I revisited the model to enhance both storytelling and visual quality: made topology updates, added sculpted damage like chips and scratches to the blade, reworked all the textures from scratch in Substance Painter and focused on achieving cinematic lighting in Blender to emphasize materials and shapes.
The concept was based on a guardsman’s spear - a versatile weapon used to fight off raiders at a remote outpost of the kingdom.
The central sun motif was the source of the name "Sun Spear", symbolizing vigilance and strength.
More hi-res renders and wip's you can find on my ArtStation:
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Nice work, Svetlana.
What about the pointy floating stone in the middle that looks like it's a 30,000 year old spear from Neanderthals? Well that is exactly what it is and it gives the spear it's ancient power as it draws the wrath of thousands of generations.