Previously posted some wip pics in another thread when I was seeking help and opinions.
This is more of a release thread
this has been roughly 3 weeks since I started working on this and the parts from shapeways finally came in the mail!
As a first time user of shapeways and a first test print, I'm fairly satisfied with the parts. Most of the parts fit together well. That said there are parts that need to be significantly sanded down/thickened with clear nail polish in order for them to fit on predaking. Already made the necessary changes to the models on shapeways.
First the sword/tail.
Articulated tail when extended to full length, collapses to form the sword.
the last joint of the tail where the blade is currently attached is a little too loose for my liking at the moment due to the assembly.
It fits on the original tail attachment as well so the option's there if anyone wants just the tail without the shield.
More Pics of the tail
Sword in hand.
I've redesigned the peg on the tail so it fits better in the hand.
Shield Part:
Replaces the part that the tail attaches to. Once again it's compatible with the original sword so the option is there if you don't like the tail and only want the shield.
Pegs into predaking's arm.
I know it didn't appear in the show but that's not gonna stop me!
By removing the part the shield replaces, predaking can finally utilise that waist transformation joint for added articulation!
Alternate configuration. Because why not?
Assembly:
[url="http://i.imgur.com/hmqR9Bm.png"]Step 1 - Attach the ball peg.[/url]
[url="http://i.imgur.com/4SPPKWK.png"]Step 2 - place the 2 side pieces on a flat surface. push the middle piece down and the pieces should snap in place. i'd recommend doing this 1 side at a time.[/url]
[url="http://i.imgur.com/VJbG7fn.png"]Step 3 - glue the remaining pieces in the respective places. there are slots to guide the side pieces in but just to make sure, lay everything out and make sure everything is proper before applying the glue.[/url]
And finally my favourite part of this whole project, the head + neck!
Not for the faint of heart. All the tiny pointy bits feel like they'd snap anytime.
Predaking in flight!
Mouth opens with predator fangs just like in the show. The parts are printed separately. The holes need to be cleaned of any residual material and the pegs cleaned and lightly sanded(not sure if necessary but better to do so)
Another angle
Side by side with original head
Side view of all the configuration of the neck segments
the neck segments MUST be in the above shown order. the 2 different segments work together to give the neck both horizontal and vertical movement.
When in bot mode, hangs off the back...
Special thanks to WuLongTi and destrongerlupus for answering all of my questions throughout this project.
Also about the tail assembly, should I simplify it so there the blade part just pegs in? The currently assembly requires to blade to be pulled out slightly for it to rotate freely. plugging it all the way in locks the blade in place but requires assembly which makes the socket for the ball joint loose and I believe makes it inconsistent from print to print.
Update:
I've decided to simplify the last segment of the tail so assembly will be minimal without the need for glue.
[SIZE="6"]Shapeways Links:[/SIZE]
TFP Voyager Beast King Tail/Sword Complete by negoki on ShapewaysTF Prime Predaking Tail-Shield by negoki on ShapewaysTFP Voyager Beast King Head+Neck by negoki on Shapeways
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