# Ebay for Halo Fans Real Elite Energy Sword By Chris Skleryk | Published 2008-01-27 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/real-elite-halo-2-3-enerygy-sword-ebay-auction References: [geekologie](http://www.geekologie.com) Now There isn't a single gaming fan out there that wouldn't want this in their possession. Featured in the "[Top 10 Video Game Weapons](http://www.techeblog.com/index.php/tech-gadget/top-10-video-game-weapons)" according to GameTrailers.com, This is the Ultimate Pwning machine. Imagine the possibilities, they are endless! Everyone would surrender; with a mere glimpse of the powerful elite energy sword, you could RULE THE WORLD! Uh um oh oops ok so: I digress. Going right now on ebay for $255 you can get “A life size, REAL Energy Sword exclusively from Lionheartsrealm!" according to the description. Have fun to whom ever the highest bidder may be. Click [Here](http://cgi.ebay.com/Halo-2-3-Master-Chief-Arbiter-Elite-Energy-Sword_W0QQitemZ110217845511QQihZ001QQcategoryZ52514QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem) for the auction link ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Bizarre](https://www.trendhunter.com/bizarre) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Gaming Merchandise:** The trend of creating real-life versions of in-game objects for collectors and enthusiasts presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the merchandise industry. - **Pop Culture Auctions:** The growing popularity of pop culture auctions provides an opportunity for leveraging niche fan communities to create more successful auction platforms. - **3D Printing:** The rise of 3D printing technology presents an opportunity for fans to create their own replicas of in-game objects, disrupting the traditional merchandise industry. ### Where This Applies - **Collectibles:** The collectibles industry can benefit from the trend of creating real-life versions of in-game objects for collectors and enthusiasts. - **Auctions:** The trend of pop culture auctions offers an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the auction platform industry. - **Technology:** The rise of 3D printing technology presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the traditional merchandise industry and can also benefit from the creation of in-game objects for fans to replicate at home. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Motion-Activated Sci-Fi Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hasbro-2.md) - [Video Game-Inspired Foam Blasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nerf-x-destiny-gjallarhorn-blaster.md) - [Video Game-Inspired Computer Peripherals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halo-video-game-franchise.md) - [Sci-Fi Foam Dart Blasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ee3-blaster.md) - [Fandom Cosplay Wands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/huntrx-cosplay-light-stick-toy.md) - [Adult-Targeted Foam Disc Blasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disc-blaster.md) - [Ghost Hunter Cosplay Gear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haslab-ghostbusters-plasma-series-spengler-proton-pack.md) - [Sci-Fi-Themed Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/razer-boba-fett-xbox-controller.md) - [Sci-Fi Game-Inspired Game Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starfield-1.md)