Chapter 80: 80. Modern Customized Steel Sword
Holding an apple, Jason Liu, who was standing in the store, couldn't help but laugh when he heard Jon's frustrated scolding. It was amusing to him.
Compared to teaching the soldiers under him, he preferred the sweet fragrance of the apple in his hand!
After finishing a big, red, and sweet apple, Jason Liu said something to Lena, then went into the back room to return to the modern world.
Though he left the training duties to Jon, Jason Liu wasn't really free himself.
He also wanted to buy clothes and weapons for the more than 100 soldiers.
The quality of the iron swords in Westeros was terrible; with just a little force, the blades would bend. He couldn't stand seeing that!
So, he decided to search online for companies that make movie props, hoping to buy more than 100 swords made of modern steel under the guise of props.
He randomly selected a prop-making company and asked about their products through online customer service.
Then Jason Liu was taken aback—those swords that looked sharp and intimidating in movies turned out to be fake.
Most of them were made of plastic and wood, with just a layer of paint to make them look real.
What a joke!
Not giving up, he found a few more companies, but they all said they only made plastic, rubber, and wooden props, which frustrated Jason Liu.
After searching again, he finally came across a small ad for a brilliant props custom factory in a forum.
With a sense of curiosity, he decided to give it a try…
With that in mind, Jason Liu added the WeChat account left by the company.
It was easy to add successfully.
Let's chat first.
His WeChat nickname, 24K single dog, was the same as his nickname on Douyin.
He was a dedicated person!
Buzzing...
His phone notified him that the other party had replied.
Soon after!
The customer service was friendly, and Jason Liu gave him a thumbs up.
Brilliant Props: "Who are you?"
Jason Liu: "Can you customize an ancient Western iron sword?"
Brilliant Props: "Are you from a prop company?"
Jason Liu: "Yes, I'm planning to start a movie props business."
Brilliant Props: "A real guy?"
Jason Liu: "Yes, I need it made of stainless steel so it won't rust and will have good hardness and toughness!"
Brilliant Props: "We only make custom items here, and they aren't cheap! (bafg)"
Jason Liu: "These stainless steel swords I want are just regular ones. As long as they have normal hardness and toughness, I don't need any special decorations."
Brilliant Props: "Can you send a picture of what you're looking for?"
After a moment, Jason Liu found some photos he had taken in Westeros, showing ordinary iron swords in a blacksmith shop.
He sent them to the other party.
Jason Liu: "This is what I need. Made of stainless steel; no need for fancy patterns."
Brilliant Props: "Okay, we can make that. How many do you want?"
Jason Liu: "Let's start with 120! If I need more in the future, I'll order again!"
Brilliant Props: "That many? Why do you want to buy so many?"
Jason Liu thought, well, it's for fighting.
But he replied, "Some people want to collect them, and some prop companies need them for movies. I won't use these swords to rob a bank!"
Brilliant Props: "Okay, but at least 2,000 yuan each, which is already the lowest price!!"
Finally, Jason Liu found a custom maker and didn't mind the price.
Jason Liu: "Yes, how long will it take to make them?"
Luo Yuchen from Brilliant Props was surprised. He didn't expect the other party to accept the price without hesitation. It seemed he had encountered a wealthy customer.
This was an opportunity he couldn't miss.
Brilliant Props: "As long as you pay a 10% deposit, we can make the simple sword in two days and guarantee delivery within three days."
Jason Liu: "Great! Can I pay through WeChat?"
Brilliant Props: "Yes."
Jason Liu quickly transferred 24,000 yuan.
He wasn't worried about being scammed.
The company seemed legitimate, with many positive comments from users in the forum.
After he got weapons for his soldiers, Jason Liu felt he should also get a sword to enhance his appearance.
Unlike the ones for the soldiers, his had to be exceptional.
He wanted a sword that would look extraordinary, noble, and luxurious at first glance.
A sword that matched his new identity as a great nobleman.
So, he shared all these requirements with the brilliant props factory.
After a while, they replied.
Brilliant Props: "You want this sword to look as gorgeous and advanced as possible, right?"
Jason Liu: "Yes, and I hope the blade is made of high-quality alloy steel. It should have a dazzling crimson surface with beautifully carved patterns, and the name 'Stormsong' engraved on the hilt. The scabbard should also be made of good materials, and the total weight shouldn't be too heavy."
"Stormsong" is the name Jason Liu chose for this sword.
According to Westerosi tradition, only fine swords passed down through generations deserve unique names.
Since he decided to present himself as a great noble from the distant East, his sword couldn't be ordinary; it needed a grand name with a legacy of honor.
Like "Ice" from House Stark, "Claw" from House Mormont, or "Broken Heart" from House Tully in the Reach.
The sword of the Eastern family for hundreds of years—Stormsong.
Doesn't that sound impressive?
Because he admired the saying of a great person: a single spark can start a prairie fire!
Thus, this dazzling red sword was named "Stormsong."
Even the fictional Eastern family he created has a motto: "A single spark can start a prairie fire."
Very inspiring!!
After detailing all his requirements for the Stormsong sword, he continued discussing with the brilliant props.
Finally, they agreed on this high-end custom sword.
Brilliant Props: "According to your requirements, the sword will be made from titanium alloy. To achieve the dazzling red color, we will use vacuum plating, and the carving will be intricate. This will take longer to produce, and the price will be higher!"
Titanium alloy, which Jason Liu had heard of, is known for its high hardness, toughness, corrosion resistance, and ability to withstand high and low temperatures. It is often used in aircraft engines, rockets, and missiles.
This is several times stronger than the ordinary stainless steel mentioned earlier!
Jason Liu: "Okay, how much will this sword cost?"
On the other end of the line, Yuchen, the owner of the Brilliant Props factory, quickly calculated the price and responded.
Brilliant Props: "For the order of 120 ordinary steel swords you just placed, I won't charge you extra—40,000 yuan!"
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