How can I do this?

Hey, I have been admiring the work of the designer of this (www.totalwarcenter.com) web designer for ages. I love the work he has done on this site. I know he uses Photoshop. I know a bit about it, I have created two sites using photoshop.

Anyways, how do I create that "ancient stone" effect he has done on that swordsmen image and the header. I was told it was a "grudge" effect? How exactly can I accomplish this look?

Find a tutorial for a stone texture, and download some grunge brushes, and go at it.

Links links links?!?!

Thats what I need... :-/

Just google for grunge tutorails photoshop. You'll get tons of results. Just pick the ones you like best. Also look for grunge brushes and download some or create them yourself. You can search on how to thatthat also. GL

what about the effect on the header of this forum? Looks great... :D

If you mean the grunge banner on air, then, basically the same thing.