Zelda's Bow

myminifactory

This is a replica of Zelda's iconic bow from The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess and Super Smash Bros. The design incorporates RGB LEDs and Arduino for creating dazzling lighting effects, while neodymium magnets are used to connect the various pieces seamlessly. I built this cosplay piece with the goal of achieving perfection, and it turned out better than expected. The most challenging aspect of this project was all the intricate LED work. To take this bow to the next level, an upgraded version could feature a custom etched PCB, eliminating the need for any wiring whatsoever. See the bow in action here to get a sense of its dynamic lighting effects. Every component on this bow is designed to be detachable, with the exception of the handle, which permanently connects the left half of the bow. The rest of the electronics are held together by neodymium magnets, making it easy to access and adjust or repair them as needed. For a comprehensive guide on how to print this bow, please refer to the accompanying Instructables writeup.