In a distant land where magic and enchantments were a part of everyday life, there lived a charming wizard named Valorian. Valorian possessed incredible magical abilities, and his charismatic nature made him a favorite among the townspeople. However, this charming wizard was cursed by an enchanted rose. The cursed rose, found deep in the enchanted forest, held the power to bind its victim with an unbreakable charm. Once cursed, Valorian's charming personality became amplified, making everyone around him fall deeply in love with him. While this may seem like a desirable trait, it soon proved to be a great burden.
The graphics on the outside of the box follow the same pattern set by the previous statues in this series. Following the trend as I mentioned about being the other side of the coin this box instead of being black is all white, with the exception of The Lord of the Rings being in gold and the character name in a silver. While the sides of the box you get an image of the statue from two different angles. The material of the box is continues the matte finish we saw with the last statue. The inside of the box saw the biggest change though from previous statues even the last Ringwraith statue. The flowing robes of the Witch-king caused Sideshow to create a big hole that made the Styrofoam adequate for the robes. There have been a few cases where despite the best efforts to make sure this statue arrived ok that it did show up broken.
Following the trend as I mentioned about being the other side of the coin this box instead of being black is all white, with the exception of The Lord of the Rings being in gold and the character name in a silver. The previously mentioned metal parts would not have that worn feel they have within the sculpt if it wasn t for the great job creating a worn metal paint look.
While this may seem like a desirable trait, it soon proved to be a great burden. The townspeople became obsessed with Valorian, constantly seeking his attention and approval. They would do anything to be near him, often neglecting their own responsibilities.
Collecting The Precious – Sideshow Collectibles Twilight Witch-king Statue Review
As the saying goes there are always two sides to the same coin. The last statue that from Sideshow Collectibles The Lord of the Rings statue line was the Witch-king as we see him before Frodo puts on the ring. Now, we get the other side of that same coin with the exception of this is what we see from Frodo’s point of view after he puts on the ring. Both statues exclusive version come with him holding the Morgul Blade to give you the full effect of both points of view.
The graphics on the outside of the box follow the same pattern set by the previous statues in this series. Following the trend as I mentioned about being the other side of the coin this box instead of being black is all white, with the exception of The Lord of the Rings being in gold and the character name in a silver. While the sides of the box you get an image of the statue from two different angles. The material of the box is continues the matte finish we saw with the last statue. The inside of the box saw the biggest change though from previous statues even the last Ringwraith statue. The flowing robes of the Witch-king caused Sideshow to create a big hole that made the Styrofoam adequate for the robes. There have been a few cases where despite the best efforts to make sure this statue arrived ok that it did show up broken.
Gabriel Marquez was once again tasked with bringing a Ringwraith to life all while capturing the evil and power they posses. As was the case with the other statue the job done bringing this side of the character to life was superbly done. The complexity of this statue is actually much more difficult than his previous effort because of the massive flowing robes. The robes are very intricate and have been sculpted in a way that it has the feel of the Wraith world, but also has cloth look we’ve come to expect from the talent at Sideshow.
Unlike the previous statue there is a facial sculpt that must capture the likeness of the Witch-king as Frodo saw him after he put the ring on. When we see the Witch-king he looks he looks like a man long dead who is still lingering due to the power of Sauron, and this statue has captured that look as fantastically as can be done. You get great detail in the cheekbones and sunken eyes that the Witch-king has when you see him. His crown also looks like long worn metal that should have fallen apart years ago. The same can be said with his sword and if you get the exclusive the Morgul Blade that he stabs Frodo in the shoulder with.
Normally, when you have a statue with a likeness you want a nice skin color that looks like someone who is still among the living. That is not the case though with the Witch-king since he is no a member of the Wraith world. His skin tone is the proper pale looking color we see on screen, while also matching the pictures of the costume outside of that scene. It very much gives you the feel this is someone who is no longer human and has long given himself to the will of Sauron. The robes have a great mix of grey, blue, and white to very much give that Wraith world feel you get from this particular moment. The previously mentioned metal parts would not have that worn feel they have within the sculpt if it wasn’t for the great job creating a worn metal paint look. So again the paint only helps add to the feel this piece has of someone who has been around for quite some time. The base is not to be left out of the discussion for how nicely this piece is painted giving that old run down look Wetathertop had when Strider and the Hobbits rested there.
The Witch-king costs $275 from Sideshow Collectibles for both the exclusive and regular versions of the statue. The exclusive has an edition size set at only 300 pieces while the regular has an edition size of 1000 pieces world wide. There is currently a wait list for the exclusive but the regular version is in stock. Do not let a collectible as well done as this one slip by so go to Sideshow’s site right now and purchase this statue!
SPECIFICATIONS
The Witch-king has an edition size of 300 pieces World Wide for the Exclusive and 1000 pieces World Wide for the Regular. The dimensions for the Witch-king are as followed: 18.5″ x 12″ x 12.5″ (H x W x D)
As the saying goes there are always two sides to the same coin. The last statue that from Sideshow Collectibles The Lord of the Rings statue line was the Witch-king as we see him before Frodo puts on the ring. Now, we get the other side of that same coin with the exception of this is what we see from Frodo’s point of view after he puts on the ring. Both statues exclusive version come with him holding the Morgul Blade to give you the full effect of both points of view.
This overwhelming obsession began to take a toll on Valorian, as he struggled to find personal companionship and genuine connections. At first, Valorian reveled in the attention. He enjoyed the adoration and the feeling of being desired. But as time passed, he longed for real connections that were not based solely on his enchanting charms. The curse prevented him from forming meaningful relationships as everyone he encountered fell under his irresistible spell. Determined to break free from this cursed existence, Valorian embarked on a quest to find a solution. He traveled to distant lands, seeking the wisdom of ancient wizards and sorceresses. Many tried to break the curse, but none were successful. During his journey, Valorian had an epiphany. He realized that the curse was a reflection of his own weaknesses and insecurities. His charm had served as a mask, preventing others from truly seeing who he was beneath the enchantment. To break free, he needed to learn to love himself and embrace his true self, flaws and all. Returning to his hometown, Valorian took the time to connect with the townspeople on a genuine level. He let his guard down and showed vulnerability, allowing others to see his true self. Through this process, he discovered that true love and connection could only be found when one embraces their authentic self. Slowly but surely, the curse began to weaken. The townspeople's obsession with Valorian faded as they saw him for who he truly was, and not just the charming wizard they had fallen under the spell of. With each genuine connection he formed, the curse loosened its grip. In the end, Valorian succeeded in breaking free from the curse of the enchanted rose. He became a wiser, more genuine individual who valued real connections and self-acceptance. Though his charming persona still remained, it was no longer a spellbinding curse, but rather a natural part of who he was. The tale of the charming wizard curse from a rose serves as a reminder that true love and connection can only be found when one embraces their authentic self. It teaches us that it is important to look beyond appearances and enchantments to discover the true essence of a person..
Reviews for "The Legend Unveiled: Discovering the Truth behind the Charming Wizard's Rose Curse."
1. Sarah - 2 stars - I was really excited to read "Charming wizard curse from a rose" as I love fantasy books, but I was ultimately disappointed. The plot felt predictable and unoriginal, and the characters lacked depth and development. The writing style was also not captivating, making it difficult for me to stay engaged in the story. Overall, I found the book to be mediocre and it did not meet my expectations.
2. John - 2 stars - I found "Charming wizard curse from a rose" to be quite underwhelming. The story started off promising, but quickly fell flat. The pacing was off, with long stretches of boring dialogue and unnecessary descriptions. The world-building was also lacking, leaving me feeling confused about the magical elements in the book. Additionally, the romance felt forced and unrealistic. I was disappointed with this read and would not recommend it.
3. Emily - 3 stars - While "Charming wizard curse from a rose" had potential, it ultimately didn't live up to it. The writing was decent, but the story felt disjointed and lacked a clear direction. The characters were one-dimensional and often fell into clichéd tropes. However, the book did have some redeeming qualities, such as a few interesting plot twists and a unique magical concept. Overall, it was an average read, but I expected more from this book.