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Vesil Blue Orb Wizard Staff, Dragon Claw Prop, 30.7 in
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Costume Props: Scythes, Wizard Staffs and Canes
Every prop here is a handheld plastic piece about 28.5 to 33.2 in (72–84 cm) long, not a floor-length staff, and each one screws together from three or four sections and comes apart for storage. Choose a scythe for a grim reaper, an orb staff for a wizard, witch or vampire, or the cobra-head cane for a pharaoh or showman. They weigh a few ounces, so kids can carry them on a trick-or-treat route. They are for posing only: not for swinging, leaning on or bearing weight.
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Vesil Red Orb Vampire Staff, 30.7 in Wizard Staff Prop
$13.99 $15.99
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Azude Skull Scythe Prop, 33 in Silver-Gray Grim Reaper Sickle
$14.99 $18.99
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Olen Kids Wizard Staff, 29.3 in Green Orb Costume Prop
$13.99 $14.99
Inxens
Inxens Black Cane Costume Prop, 3-Piece, 35 or 25 in
$15.99
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Vesil Snake Cane Costume Prop, Silver Cobra Head, 33.2 in
$13.99 $15.99
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Boieo Gold Skull Grim Reaper Scythe Prop, 33.4 in
$14.99 $15.99
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Inxens Grim Reaper Staff, 31.8 in Gold-Blade Scythe Prop
$12.99 $13.99
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Olen Glow-in-the-Dark Scythe Prop, 28.5 in Green, Kid Size
$12.99 $13.99
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Inxens Gold Trident Prop, 48 in Plastic Costume Accessory
$14.99 $16.99
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Inxens Red Cane Prop, J-Hook Handle, 35 or 25 in
$12.99 $15.99
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Inxens Pope Staff with Cross Topper, 45 in Bronze Plastic
$14.99 $16.99
Sold out Azude
Azude Scythe Costume Prop, 32.3 in Grim Reaper Sickle, 4-Piece
$13.99 $15.99
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Olen Grim Reaper Scythe Prop, 33 in Black Skull, Detachable
$17.99
Popular searches in Costume Props: Staffs, Scythes & Canes
How big is a handheld costume prop?
Stood on the floor, a prop this size reaches about hip to wrist height on most adults, so it reads as a scepter or cane, and up to about shoulder height on a preschooler. It is easy to carry through a crowd. If you want a staff taller than your head, these won't give that look; our wizard staff guide explains how length changes the silhouette.
| Prop | Assembled size | Pieces | Weight | Look |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azude skull scythe | about 33 x 14 in | 4 | 3.2 oz | Weathered silver-gray skull and blade, ridged black handle |
| Azude spiral-handle scythe | 32.3 x 13.6 in | 4 | 3.52 oz | Distressed silver-black blade, spiral-wrapped shaft |
| Olen black skull scythe | 33 in, 14 in head | 4 | not listed | Sculpted skull, aged black and silver |
| Olen glow scythe | 28.5 in, 13 in blade | 3 | 4.2 oz | Green blade with a faint glow after strong light |
| Vesil cobra snake cane | about 33.2 in | 3 | not listed | Silver cobra head, black shaft |
| Vesil red orb staff | 30.7 in (78 cm) | 3 | 2.89 oz | Translucent red orb in a silver-tone claw |
| Vesil blue orb staff | 30.7 in (78 cm) | 3 | not listed | Blue orb in a silver-color dragon claw |
| Olen kids' green staff | 29.3 in | 3 | not listed | Green orb head, black shaft |
Choosing a scythe
The three 32.3 to 33 in scythes suit teens and adults as well as kids, and they differ mostly in finish: a silver-gray skull, a spiral-wrapped handle, or an aged black-and-silver skull. The 28.5 in glow scythe is the compact choice for younger kids. Its blade glows faintly after time under strong light, with no LED or batteries. Its small parts are a choking hazard, so it isn't for children under 3. The grim reaper costume guide matches scythes to robes and builds.
Choosing a staff or cane
Pick the orb color for the character. Blue reads as a wizard or sorcerer, red as a vampire or dark sorcerer, and green as a witch or fairy-tale villain. The 29.3 in green staff is sized for kids, and its two 13.4 in rods and 5.3 in head pack small. The cobra cane suits a pharaoh, a serpent ruler or a ringmaster; it is a costume cane, not a mobility aid, so don't lean on it. More character ideas are in snake cane and cobra staff costume ideas.
Taking props to school, conventions and events
Because every prop comes apart, it fits in a costume bag and goes back together by hand, with no tools. Connect all sections fully before posing. Many events have their own prop rules, so read what to check before bringing a prop and our cosplay and stage page before you pack.
To finish the look, pair a prop with a nose, horns, a hat or a mask from our costume accessories.
Guides for costume props: staffs, scythes & canes
Costumes & Cosplay
Grim Reaper Costume Guide: How to Choose a Scythe Prop
Costumes & Cosplay
How to Choose a Wizard Staff for Cosplay, Plays and Halloween
Costumes & Cosplay
Cosplay Prop Rules: What to Check for Conventions, Schools and Events
Costumes & Cosplay
Snake Cane and Cobra Staff Costume Ideas for Halloween and Stage
Frequently asked questions
Are these scythes and staffs full height?
No. They are handheld props from about 28.5 to 33.2 in long once assembled, which is about hip to wrist height on most adults. They are not floor-length or 6 ft staffs.
Are the scythe blades real?
No. They are molded plastic faux blades, not metal. The scythes are costume props for posing and photos, not tools, and they shouldn't be swung at people.
Can kids carry these props?
Yes, with supervision. They weigh only a few ounces. The 28.5 in glow scythe and the 29.3 in green staff are the most compact; the glow scythe has small parts and isn't for children under 3.
Do any of the props light up?
The green scythe blade glows faintly after exposure to strong light, but it has no LED. None of the other props in this category is listed as a light-up prop.
Can I lean on the snake cane?
No. It is a decorative costume cane made of plastic, not a walking aid, and it isn't designed to support body weight.