Swords are probably one of my worst fields, might want to hope Elk or somebody helps you on this one. Here is my attempt at it
It is probably worse than your attempt. But I might suggest you don't have a straight black outline for the sword, maybe add some touch-ups to the handle, something creative like icicles (i attempted them yes, its horrible
), and be sure to touch up that whole handle piece lastly. About all I can help ya with
