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Templars: were among the most famous of the Western Christian military orders. The organization existed for approximately two centuries in the Middle Ages. It was founded in the aftermath of the First Crusade to ensure the safety of the many European Christians who made the pilgrimage to Jerusalem after its conquest.The Templars' success was tied closely to the Crusades. The abrupt disappearance of a major part of the European infrastructure gave rise to speculation and legends, which have kept the "Templar" name alive until the present.
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Excellent, I would buy it if it was a poster, would look great in my room
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this is absolutly amazing. I just had to full view it and then I saw the eyes in the background. I was like "Woah man." This picture is intense. Great work!
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Thank you. I didnt want the eye to be standing out. :]
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Just awesome!!!!
The dark atmosphere with textures is perfect!!!
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Great Job...
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Come to my crew and become my nakama.
Metal Pirates, Captain Acaliss... 
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I'm sorry but your information on the author comments is somewhat mistaken. The templars didn't disappear abruptly, they were prosecuted by Phillip VI of France. I'm going to quote a history webpage for you:
"With the mounting debt and excessive taxing, Philip IV was getting in deeper trouble. Riots were breaking out, and the monarchy itself was in jeopardy. Two main riot leaders, Noffo Dei and Squin Flexian are caught, and claim that they are ex-Knight Templars, probably thinking that by claiming such a connection, the authorities would not put them on trial. They are brought before Philip IV, and confess that the Knight Templars are heretic, unlawful, and unfaithful to the Pope amongst other charges. Armed with this excuse, and with his “own” Pope on the Throne of Peter, Philip IV decides to attack the 15,000 Knight Templars in France on Friday October 13, 1307. (It is said that the Western notion that Friday the 13th is unlucky, comes from the events of this day) Many Knight Templars were arrested, and horribly tortured. The Knight Templar’s Grand Master, Jacques De Molay confesses, after lengthy torturing, that the Order does not see Jesus as a god, but denies any other wrong-doing. Pope Clement V asks his Bishops to confirm the Order’s guilt, but the Bishops refuse, citing long and distinguished service to the Church by the Knight Templars over the many years. So Pope Clement V decides to take the matter in his own hands, and abolishes the Order with a Bull, called “Vox in Excelso” on March 22, 1312. He further issues another Bull, called “Ad Providum” on May 2, 1312 ordering all Knight Templar possessions to be given to the Knight Hospitallers (later known as The Knights of Malta). Jacques De Molay amongst others were burned at the stake on March 18, 1314, but before dying, Jacques De Molay curses both Philip IV and Clement V to die within one year. Both died 3 months later. Pope Clement V dies in April 1314, and King Philip IV dies in a hunting accident on November 29, 1314. All three of Philip's sons, become king in their own time (Louis X, Philip V, Charles IV) and his daughter, Isabella, becomes Queen consort to Edward II of England."
And that's what happened...also that is why Friday the Thirteenth is considered to be a day of bad luck. Furthermore, the Templars were only sheltered by Portugal and their headquarters were located in the monastery of Tomar. They also went to England which was France's enemy at the time. If you want more info on the subject click here [link]
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i know how they disappeared. Its just shortened quotation from wikipedia. Anyway thank you.
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that looks great, love the smoggy b/w
it spooky, and neat, and gives a haunting feeling of mortality
I might look at that sword again though, the handle just looks cut off or incomplete
good work though
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Ye, I agree its a mistake.
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jednym z pozoru błahym elementem zmieniasz przedstawienia typowe w niezwykłe - tutaj choćby ten tajemniczy krąg na niebie i oko; momentalnie poszerza zakres o kolejne continuum. I tym samym mamy kolejne nastę
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Eee, ja tam sądzę, że ten DD to na wyrost troszkę na wyrost. Dzięki za miły komentarz. heh, jesteś jedną z nielicznych osób, które zwróciły uwagę na oko ;]
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nice work! great texture, blending and use of color!
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pretty cool.. somehow the right hand (without the sword) freaks me out. =/
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Details are stunning 
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Thank you. Armor is made of about 6 different photos ;]
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creepy... the armour detail is fantastic.. and is that an eye, sitting above the sun?
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its up to you how you'll interprete it ;]
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Thank you. You're one of few who've found the eye :]
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I love eyes ... especially Secret ones
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Really nice bit of manipulation... so atmospheric. Love the "splash" of colour.
There is also speculation that they may have had a hand in founding Switzerland: A predominantly Christian country (who guard the Vatican to this day) with a remarkable skill in finance (which the Templars were also well known to be) and which came into existence shortly after their executions/disappearance.
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Thank you, I havent heard about it :]
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One from my collection of useless knowledge. lol
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Thank you. Its a pleasure to hear
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