Among the disciplines that may be lost in the future is the art of blacksmithing. While there are still specialists and certain things that cannot be replicated through industrial techniques, it is undeniable that the appreciation for artisanal craftsmanship is diminishing. That’s why it’s worth celebrating that Square Enix has decided, to promote the release of Final Fantasy XVI, to create a replica of the game’s protagonist Clive Rosfield’s sword and display it in the armory of the Tower of London.
According to Emma Mawdsley, Keeper of the Armouries at the Tower of London, “we are always looking for ways to capture the attention of new audiences with our collections across the three sites of the museum, so we are very excited to welcome fans of the franchise and gamers to the Royal Armouries at the Tower of London.” She added, “It’s thrilling to see how a historical art form like sword forging continues to thrive in the realm of video games.”
The blacksmith responsible for forging this version of Invictus, the sword of Final Fantasy XVI’s protagonist Clive Rosfield, was Tod Todeschini. An expert in creating replicas of historical forged objects, he stated, “From the beginning, I knew it wasn’t going to be an ordinary sword, and it was going to be a challenge on all levels. But I am very pleased with the resulting sword and proud that it is available for fans to see alongside the collection of the Royal Armouries at the Tower of London.”
While a trip to the Tower of London may not be feasible for everyone, playing Final Fantasy XVI is as simple as purchasing it for PlayStation 5, as its release is scheduled for June 22nd. With a demo already available and the announcement of a day-one patch to address some of the issues present in the demo, there is no doubt that Square Enix is going all out to ensure its launch is a resounding success.
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