Printformers Marvel Skorpion project

Discussion in 'Transformers 3rd Party Discussion' started by Printformers, Feb 24, 2019.

  1. Printformers

    Printformers Well-Known Member

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    Thank you for your support! :D 

    I will be preparing a file pack that you will be able to use on shapeways but personally i do not like working with their algorithms.

    I am mostly self taught in maya but i have been using it in my everyday work for a few years now. I work as a 3D generalist

    I prepared a video to show how I approach the subject and show a simple example
     
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  2. Printformers

    Printformers Well-Known Member

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    Here is an exmaple of using the 3D files to make a new character. The head and the weapon are niew designs :) 

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  3. TGping

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    Nicely done! Great way to have GPS free version of Black Zarak!

    Would you add the shield? Still great work all around :) 
     
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    jamarmiller S.K.A.R. LEADER

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    thats the version I would want most, I would want it to be e bit bigger though, say two heads taller than the size of that prime with the God Bomber attachments on him. but man its crazy no one has done Black Zarak like this.
     
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  5. Printformers

    Printformers Well-Known Member

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    Yes I plan to do the shield and the gin at some point. Possbile a small Zarak headmaster figure
     
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  6. Ottertron

    Ottertron Moon-faced assassin of joy

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    Open And Play should be all over this as a follow up to their Galvatron.
     
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  7. thrustjet24

    thrustjet24 Little known member of the Rainmakers

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    That Black Zarak looks sweet. I love the new head and spear. The rest of the figure looks sharp in black.

    Nice!
     
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    @Printformers, if you have the time and interest, maybe you should do a crowdfund? See how much a print run is (be it 500 or 1,000 pieces), pack it in a sturdy foam/shipping case, and a generic box (normal grey/brown outer box, no artwork, I do not think most people care), shipping costs, and in your time and effort and give people a price. I think if you post on the boards, FB groups, and ask popular reviewers to give you a shot out, I think people will back you. On a self note, I would like it to be made in the size of DX9 Gabriel and Fans Toys TG, but this is my personal preference. I buy one and maybe the repaint if this could get off the ground.
     
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  9. Victorysabre

    Victorysabre Born to Transform

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    This looks amazing! I've recently been looking at Scorponok options to go with my Thunder Manus and this is the most perfect for what I wanted
     
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    I'm trying to hunt down a Striker Manus
     
  11. Victorysabre

    Victorysabre Born to Transform

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    I went with a Delta Manus for that mold. Awesome figure!
     
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    Nice!

    Hey @Printformers, sorry to discuss a different project, but I don't want to necrothread--will that Marvel head fit on Maketoys Thunder Manus?
     
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    @Printformers
    Have you reached out to Open and Play? I think they might like this Scorpinok.
     
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    BIOMEC Terrorcon, aka "Ratchetman"

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    Amazing!!! Is it possible for the arms to transform a bit?! Or is it part of the character to have the "same arms" in both modes?! I was thinking about adding one more segment in scorpion mode (3) and 2 in robot mode.
     
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    That black zarak is all sorts of badass.
     
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    I wish it was Titanmaster compatible...
     
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    Printformers Well-Known Member

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  18. Printformers

    Printformers Well-Known Member

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    I have finished recording the video on how to assemble the figure from the 3D printed parts. I will be publishing the video today. The DIY file pack will also be available today for 100$.

    The pack will contain:
    - All of the STL files that are needed to make Scorponock as well as additional parts for Black Zarak
    - Detailed description for each part including print settings and design information
    - You will be placed on a list and I will update the project in the future

    Some of the updates I plan in the future:
    - G1 based shield and the gun
    - Marvel based Nebulan Zarak minifigure
    - Fully rigged 3D model that will allow for animation
    - Optional ratchet joints

    You can contact me here to get your pack: [email protected]

    Stay tuned for more info [​IMG]:D 
     
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  19. TigerBlade

    TigerBlade Prepare for extermination

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    Awesome. Totally would have been down on this to attempt a titan class print but my car needing $500 says differently.

    Look forward to seeing what ppl do.
     
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    Printformers Well-Known Member

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    Scale is just a number :) 

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