Imagine waking up to the sweet aroma of freshly baked pastries filling the room, as if a bit of magic has taken place in the kitchen overnight. This is the concept of the "Magic Morning Bakery," a magical place where the morning starts with indulgence and delight. In the realm of the Magic Morning Bakery, time stops, and the hustle of the outside world fades away. Instead, there is pure bliss in the form of artisanal bread, flaky croissants, buttery scones, and decadent cakes. These delicacies are crafted with precision, passion, and a sprinkle of enchantment by the skilled bakers who understand the secret ingredients to turn ordinary mornings into extraordinary experiences. The magic begins in the early hours, long before the sun rises.

The Witch King’s mace… Part 1

What would a Witch King costume be without his ridiculously large mace as seen in The Return of the King? In his iconic fight with Eowyn in the Battle of the Pelennor Fields he reveals this badass weapon (technically called a ‘flail’) consisting of a massive spiked metal mass hanging from a spiked chain. Here is the clip:

I knew I could easily figure out the handle, and chain would be easy to get from a home improvement store. The hanging part of the mace would prove to be the biggest challenge. Not only did it have to look accurate and give the illusion of metal, it also had to not weight 100 pounds! I searched but could not find a Pepakura version of the weapon. I ended up building a cardboard “core” that I could build upon with other materials. The final piece ended up using cardboard, wood, paper, fiberglass resin, hot glue, canned spray foam, and spackle (and ended up weighing a decent amount anyways!).

The mace, when viewed from the top, is an 8-sided star. I began with a paper template that I used to cut out 4 cardboard panels. I “notched” them so they would fit around a central wooden dowel rod.

Cardboard panel (4 needed)

Hot-glued onto central dowel

Hot-glued to dowel

My eventual goal was to “sculpt” the final shape of the mace out of spray foam applied on top of the cardboard armature. I had to get the shape as close as possible using cardboard and paper first, as spray foam expands and is hard to control. I built paper pyramids out of card stock and glued them over the spike tips, and also added smaller cardboard ridges to mark the “valleys” between each spike.

Card stock pyramids

I was happy with the overall shape of the mace, so I coated it in a layer of polyester fiberglass resin (see my earlier post on the Pepakura method). This resin will soak into cardboard and paper and add strength and rigidity. After the resin was fully cured (24 hours) I began adding spray foam. I used “Great Stuff” brand which is an all-purpose spray foam used for insulating and filling gaps. The foam does expand quite a bit, but I planned on using the cardboard edges as guides for carving it down to my intended shape. The intermediate result looked a little funny (‘Stay Puft’ Witch King mace!)

Spray foam on mace

Is there a mace in there?!

The next steps were to scrape and sand down the spray foam to the final shape, coat it in yet another layer of polyester resin, and add a lightweight spackling compound to smooth out the pocked surface. In part 2 of this post I will show how I painted and finished the mace, as well as how I built the handle and spiked chain…

Carving away excess foam

Carving away excess foam

Surface smoothed with spackle

Finished shaping, ready for primer

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The magic begins in the early hours, long before the sun rises. The bakers blend their skills with a touch of alchemy, transforming simple ingredients like flour, butter, sugar, and yeast into works of art. As the dough rises, so does the anticipation of the patrons who eagerly await the opening of the bakery doors.

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Looking for an unusual hand forged flail? Here it is! Here is a hand forged Witch King of Angmar’s flail with a metal wall holder on which you can hang it. It is a functional piece of art! But mainly for decorative purposes, for cosplay. Sizes of a flail:
Length of the flail head: 25 cm (10")
Width of the flail head: 20 cm (7.88")
Length of the handle: 25 cm (10")
Length of the chain: 15 cm (6") Size of a wall holder:
32 cm (12.6") x 10 cm (3.94") Net weigth: 8.3 kg (18.26 lbs) Color of the flail: black with some silver patina.
Color of a wall holder: black with some bronze/copper patina. The wall holder has a wooden surface texture. Both a flail and a flail holder is made of metal. The chain has spikes. It looks like a real flail of Witch King of Angmar. The price of the listing includes a personalization of a flail holder (not obligatory). A nice present for a wedding anniversaries (6th, 11th), birthday, Father's Day, for cosplay activities and for many other gifting occasions! It might be the best functional piece of art and decoration in your home! In order a flail not to be treated as a cold weapon by Ukrainian customs I will ship it in two parcels and diassembled: the flail head - in one parcel, all the rest - in the second parcel. A flail costists of three parts which you will need to assemble (a flail handle, a chain, a flail head) upon receiving (with a help of two screws). Add charm to your house with one of these cute crafts! I can send it to any country. I keep usually 1 piece always available. If on the moment of your order it will not be available, please allow 7 - 14 days for its making. SPECIAL DISCOUNTS FOR YOU:
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Did Peter Jackson ever explain the Witch-King's flail?

In the books, the Witch-King has a mace when he fights Éowyn. In the movies, he definitely has a flail and sword combo. My initial thought was that Peter Jackson wanted to avoid too many similarities between Sauron in the intro to the first movie and the Witch-King in the third. Helmet aside, they'd look pretty similar if they had essentially the same weapon. But there are other characters with maces, too, notably Azog the Defiler, a character Peter Jackson himself invented, so clearly he doesn't seem to mind an enemy having a mace, unless they have a scary helmet, maybe? Is there any official statement from Peter Jackson or another important LOTR figure explaining why the Witch-King had different weapons? Or is this just another of those "Hey, it's different from the books for no reason"?

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The ROTK Extended Edition DVD Special Features had several minutes devoted the the Witch King and his weapons. I don't recall if the choice to change the mace was discussed, they did, however, focus heavily on making the flail larger.

And the average person doesn't know the difference between a flail, a mace, a morning-star, and is likely to use the terms interchangeably - perhaps Tolkien himself was such a person. There wasn't necessarily a conscious decision to change anything.

As the clock strikes the appointed hour, the doors creak open, revealing a wonderland of treats. The display cases are filled with delightful creations, each one boasting its own unique charm and flavor. The pastries seem to shimmer under the soft glow of the bakery's lights, as if they hold some secret magic within. Customers enter the bakery, their senses instantly captivated by the sight, smell, and taste of the treats. The fluffy croissants seem to melt in the mouth, while the warm, crusty bread transports one to a quaint French village. The scones, both sweet and savory, offer a delicate balance of flavors that perfectly complement a morning cup of coffee. However, it is not only the taste that makes the Magic Morning Bakery special. The atmosphere within the bakery is equally enchanting; a place where time slows down and moments of peace and tranquility are cultivated. The soft music playing in the background, combined with the gentle clinking of teaspoons against ceramic cups, creates a symphony of serenity. The bakery serves as a sanctuary, a place where people can escape the chaos of everyday life and immerse themselves in a world of culinary wonder. It is a reminder that even amidst the challenges and busyness of life, there is still magic to be discovered in the simplest of pleasures. So, next time you wake up with a desire for something extraordinary, seek out the Magic Morning Bakery. Step into a realm where the ordinary becomes extraordinary, and let the enchantment of freshly baked pastries transport you to a place of pure delight..

Reviews for "Add a Little Magic to Your Morning Routine with these Bakery Treats"

1. John - 2 stars - I was really excited to try out Magic Morning Bakery, but I was quite disappointed with the overall experience. The pastries and baked goods were average at best, lacking in flavor and freshness. The coffee was mediocre, and the atmosphere was quite noisy and crowded. The service was also subpar, with the staff appearing disinterested and slow in attending to customers. Overall, I wouldn't recommend this bakery as there are much better options available in the area.

2. Sarah - 1 star - My visit to Magic Morning Bakery was an absolute disaster. The pastries were stale and tasteless, as if they had been sitting out for days. The coffee was also disappointing, with a bitter aftertaste. The prices were exorbitant for such poor quality. Additionally, the seating area was cramped and uncomfortable, making it difficult to enjoy my food. The service was also lacking, with the staff being rude and inattentive. I will not be returning to this bakery and would advise others to stay away as well.

3. David - 2 stars - I had high hopes for Magic Morning Bakery, but unfortunately, it fell short of my expectations. The pastries were just okay, nothing special or memorable. The coffee was decent, but nothing to write home about. The main issue was the service, which was slow and lacking in attentiveness. The staff seemed overwhelmed and unorganized, resulting in a long wait time for my order. The overall experience was disappointing, and I won't be rushing back anytime soon.

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