Darts / 【TARGET】ELYSIAN 9TH 2BA 210313

TARGET Elysian 9

The Elysian.
The Elysian series is TARGET's annual project that represents our vision for the future.
The goal has remained consistent for the past nine years: to provide a transcendent experience and challenge the notion of "what is darts? and to challenge the notion of "what is darts?

Speed
Each year, the "Elysian" series continues to develop new themes and develop unique ideas, creative expressions and storytelling skills.
We believe that a rich, multi-layered narrative is the foundation from which sincere creative responses emerge to provide an original experience that resonates with our fans from a wealth of material.
We chose a subject matter for "Elysian 9th" that offers unique design opportunities.
A world full of possibilities, the element of "Speed" was brought to life in every design and detail of this Elysian project.

Inspiration
The theme of "Speed" instantly inspired us.
Mankind's obsession with speed has been documented for thousands of years.
From the smooth trajectory of Roman arrows to the physics behind hypersonic travel, a wealth of graphic material along with interesting scientific examples,
provided us with enormous inspiration.

The Barrel
The journey to complete the barrel begins with an idea.
It begins with a design illustration, moves to a blueprint, then to 3D, and from there to the toolpath and then to the cutting machine.
There are many challenges in the process so far, yet it is quite beautiful to see the tungsten begin to be shaved.
To reach this final stage, the process is scrutinized, 3D printed, refined, and every detail checked.
We believe this is engineering at its finest and something special is born.

Color
Inspired by the seductive image of "Speed", the Elysian 9th is designed to express movement even when the darts are stationary,
The Elysian 9th combines a variety of PVD coatings to create movement even when the darts are stationary.
The front of the dart is coated with PVD chrome, and the experimental asymmetrical lines and vent style darts are precisely machined along the tip of the barrel.
The PVD chrome coating on the front of the dart accentuates the experimental asymmetrical lines and vent style cuts that have been precisely machined along the tip of the barrel.
This coating is also applied to the custom-made Swiss Storm Point, resulting in a fluid and imaginative dart.
In contrast, the rear of the barrel has a polychromatic PVD coating, which changes color in different light conditions,
This perfectly frames the cage milled design that wraps around the back of this captivating barrel.

Machining
Numerous steps are used to complete the barrel of the Elysian.
After the 95% tungsten billets are selected, they are profiled to match the shape of the darts,
This process produces the shaft and the tap for the Swiss Point 2BA.
After a total of 55 minutes of cutting the darts, the grip portion is finally completed.
After the tip is machined from the grip section, the barrel is coated with silica on the front and chrome PVD coating on the rear.
The barrel is then put into a custom masking rig that exposes only the front of the barrel.
The barrel front is then hand sandblasted using a specially selected grade of material and finished.
The center ring cut is reworked to cut and finish the barrel.
The barrel is completed after a rigorous quality control process.
This is a barrel-only process; the Swiss Point and shaft are machined separately.

Swiss Storm Point - Swiss Storm Point (STEEL version)
The Swiss Storm Point is specially designed and set up for Elysian.
A patented system, the Swiss Point combines superior functionality with aesthetics.

Swiss Conversion Point - Swiss Conversion Point (2BA version)
Includes a Swiss Conversion Point specially designed for Elysian.
Using the patented system of Swiss Point features, the conversion point
combining superior functionality and aesthetics.

Box Design
The Elysian experience begins with the display box.
It is where our creative expression is first showcased and where Elysian's story begins.
The design is based on the concept of depicting movement within a static form.
The graphic pattern, conceived from the rear of the barrel, is imagined as a high-speed object causing ripples.
Then, "moving particles," "speed lines," and "holographic" highlights were superimposed on the image.
The result is a design that uniquely expresses the essence of speed and movement.

Sculpture
Elysian", a practical work of art
We believe that a custom-made stand is the right way to attractively display special darts.
The stand for this piece was inspired by the flowing, moving lines that influenced the design of the barrel.
Two disks are suspended separately and tied to a single post, creating a dramatic yet simple form.
This single casting is coated with a black PVD coating for a functional and aesthetic finish.

■Specifications
Material: 95% tungsten
Overall length: 50.0mm
Maximum diameter:7.1mm
Barrel weight: 20.0g (setting)
Standard:2BA

Contents
Barrel (including point) x 1set
Flight (SHAPE / STANDARD / TEN-X) x 1set
Shaft x 1set
Conversion Point (ELYSIAN 9th SWISS CONVERSION POINT) x 1set
ELYSIAN 9th Edition PREMIUM SWISS KEY x 1 set
Serial numbered display unit
booklet