This was my result after following ward's tutorial: http://www.youtube.com/user/ward7299
I was trying to make a fire elf, for the hell of it. (Hence the weird ears)
Also, it's carrying two swords with fancy hilts.
The textures I used were terrible and for some reason I just couldn't make it look good. Also, the rigging bit was a nightmare. I think I made it with 2.49 mostly...? I don't remember... I couldn't get the cloth to fall correctly and that was a large reason for stopping the project.
The proportions are a bit off, especially with the face. I'd suggest a ninja mask.
Side screenshot:
http://imgur.com/EKb6L
I haven't touched the model for several years and hope that it's of use to someone. Let me know what you think. Do whatever you want with it!
If you use it, I'd like to see what you make with it!
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3D view: http://p3d.in/rpNcZ