A group of ragtag companions creep through the shadows, trying to remain unseen by the guards. They’re trying to break into the castle to free the Pixies that are being held captive by the Lord’s mage. You see, Pixies have pixie dust, which has great magical properties. And mages are always trying to figure out ways to utilize the power of pixie dust for themselves and their Lords.
One of the guards starts to turn towards the direction of the rescue party. They hold their breaths…when suddenly the guard whips around to the other side, grabbing the side of his neck. A soft, high pitched giggle can be heard, but there is nobody to be seen. The group quickly sneak past the distracted guard, into the castle. Inside, they hear the giggle again.
“Well done, Berrygust” mutters the leader of the group. After which a small Pixie with bright blue hair and a bow in her hands turns visible.
Berrygust is a Pixie Rogue, who’s made it her mission to help save her kin from mages and other evils. And, fine, save some other creatures and people while she’s at it. In this blog, we want to show you how you can create a look for such a character.
Blouse
There are many different interpretations of how Pixies look. One thing that seems to be a common trait, though, is that they are rarely dressed in heavy or stiff clothing. They are generally lightly dressed. Since Berrygust is a rogue, and thus wears armour, we did feel like there had to be something of a blouse worn underneath her armour. The blouse used in this look is extra versatile, as part of the sleeves are detachable. The long version of the sleeve will give a more playful and cute image, and the shortened version is more practical when wielding weapons
Blouse Teresa cream: https://www.celticwebmerchant.co.uk/blouse-teresa-cream.html
Alternatives
Blouse Anne, natural: https://www.celticwebmerchant.co.uk/blouse-anne-natural.html
Renaissance blouse Elisabeth, natural: https://www.celticwebmerchant.co.uk/renaissance-blouse-elisabeth-natural.html?id=199360962
Skirt
Even though Berrygust is a rogue, we didn’t want to completely disregard her background as a playful and light forest creature. This is why we opted to give her a long skirt. A Pixie doesn’t need to be able to run or climb, so a skirt wouldn’t get in the way of her mobility at all.
Petticoat Alys, brown: https://www.celticwebmerchant.co.uk/petticoat-alys-brown.html
Some other skirts
Skirt Tharya, brown: https://www.celticwebmerchant.co.uk/skirt-tharya-brown.html
Renaissance skirt, brown: https://www.celticwebmerchant.co.uk/renaissance-skirt-brown.html
Skirt Inge, honey brown: https://www.celticwebmerchant.co.uk/skirt-inge-honey-brown.html
Fabric belt
Pixies like to dress up. They love to add all kinds of details to their ensemble. As a rogue, too many frivolous accessories wouldn’t be very practical, so Berrygust has more simple accessories. They do still have a connection to nature though, through colour and material, such as this green, woven belt.
Waist band Colet, green: https://www.celticwebmerchant.co.uk/waist-band-colet-green.html
More woven belts
Waistband Hedwig, light green: https://www.celticwebmerchant.co.uk/waistband-hedwig-light-green.html
Waistband Hedwig, natural: https://www.celticwebmerchant.co.uk/waistband-hedwig-natural.html
Armour
In a lot of myths and folklore, pixies can be repelled with iron or other types of metal. Therefore, steel armour wouldn’t make that much sense in a Pixie look. Leather armour would be a much better alternative. Pixies are also often seen as forest creatures, so leather works much better to show their connection with nature than steel.
Female Armour Rogue, brown/beige: https://www.celticwebmerchant.co.uk/female-armour-assassin-brown-beige.html
Other leather armour options
Leather shoulder & neck armour, brown-black: https://www.celticwebmerchant.co.uk/leather-shoulder-neck-armour-brown-black.html
Armour corset Scarlett, brown leather: https://www.celticwebmerchant.co.uk/armor-corset-scarlett-brown-leather.html
Leather shoulder armour, brown: https://www.celticwebmerchant.co.uk/leather-shoulder-armor-brown.html
Vambraces
When shooting a bow, there is always a risk of whiplash from the bow string. This is why archers wear a bracer on their forearm. Vambraces, on the other hand, are generally a part of plate armour, to protect the arms in battle. In fantasy costuming, you can play around with these items. Leather vambraces on an archer who also handles other weapons would definitely be within the realm of possibilities.
Also, when creating a character that cannot handle steel, such as a Pixie, leather vambraces are a perfect way of adding extra protection.
Leather vambraces Uhtred: https://www.celticwebmerchant.co.uk/leather-vambraces-uhtred.html
More vambraces
Vambraces Borg, brown: https://www.celticwebmerchant.co.uk/vambraces-borg-brown.html
Leather greaves Uhtred: https://www.celticwebmerchant.co.uk/leather-greaves-uhtred.html
Headband
Another way to give a nod to Berygust’s connection with nature is through accessories. Leaf designs and natural materials would be wonderful details to add. This leather headband doesn’t only tick those boxes, but the shape around the cheeks also gives the idea of it being armour.
Elven Head Band, Leather, LARP: https://www.celticwebmerchant.co.uk/elven-head-band-leather-larp.html
Alternative for the DIY-er
Set of 2 antlers: https://www.celticwebmerchant.co.uk/set-of-2-antlers.html
Bow
Pixies don’t actually like violence and weapons. Mischief, sure, but that’s where they draw the line. Only on very rare occasions do Pixie turn to weapons. Long range weapons would make more sense for a character that doesn’t particularly like to use any. They can distance themselves from the fighting this way. With Pixies being able to turn invisible, they would also be even more difficult to target when they are attacking from a distance.
Recurve bow small: https://www.celticwebmerchant.co.uk/epic-armoury-recurve-bow-small.html
Other bows
Recurve bow Squire 96 cm, black: https://www.celticwebmerchant.co.uk/recurve-bow-squire-96-cm-black.html
Horsebow, brown: https://www.celticwebmerchant.co.uk/epic-armoury-horsebow-brown.html
Quiver
Every archer needs a quiver, even a Pixie. By wearing it on a belt, the quiver doesn’t get in the way when flying and is still easy to reach.
Dark brown quiver: https://www.celticwebmerchant.co.uk/dark-brown-quiver.html
Alternatives
Quiver hunter, brown: https://www.celticwebmerchant.co.uk/quiver-hunter-brown.html
Quiver Robin Hood, brown: https://www.celticwebmerchant.co.uk/quiver-robin-hood-brown.html
Throwing knives
Having a backup weapon is always a good idea, but there are limited options when it comes to long range weapons. A set of throwing knives is the perfect backup for a Pixie Rogue who doesn’t like to be too close to the action.
Holder for LARP throwing knives brown, incl. 3 knives: https://www.celticwebmerchant.co.uk/holder-for-larp-throwing-knives-brown-incl-3-knive.html
Alternatives
LARP elven throwing knife: https://www.celticwebmerchant.co.uk/larp-elven-throwing-knife.html
Throwing Knife Hunter, LARP Weapon: https://www.celticwebmerchant.co.uk/throwing-knife-hunter-larp-weapon.html
LARP Basic dagger holder, brown: https://www.celticwebmerchant.co.uk/larp-basic-dagger-holder-brown.html
Belt holder for dagger, brown: https://www.celticwebmerchant.co.uk/belt-holder-for-dagger-black.html
Wig
Pixies are very mischievous creatures. They enjoy playing tricks on others and are very playful. A colourful, spunky hairdo is a great way of incorporating that mischievous side in your look.
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Ears
Ofcourse, a Pixie look would not be complete without some Pixie ears. Pixie’s have pointy ears, like elves, but their ears are usually a lot longer. Some of our ears are even delivered with
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Are these ears a bit too long for your liking? You can check out our other ears on this page: https://www.celticwebmerchant.co.uk/larp-store/character/buy-elven-ears/
Essentials
Mastix spirit glue: https://www.celticwebmerchant.co.uk/epic-armouries-mastix-spirit-glue.html
and Mastix spirit glue remover: https://www.celticwebmerchant.co.uk/epic-armouries-mastix-spirit-glue-remover.html