Baby Ice Elemental Dragon!! (All 3 elemental dragons are out now) (Patreon)

This design was part of our 2024 DEC releases and has been archived to the Serev3D Vault. You can still get the files, choose one of the options:- by purchasing it in our Serev3d web shop, OR- signing up for an Annual Membership on our patreon (with a 15% discount, you get instant access to our entire library at the Serev3D Vault), OR -by keeping an active paid Patreon membership with us for 3 consecutive months: upon your 3rd billing, we unlock The Vault for you with instant access to our entire Serev3D library!

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If you already have the files, here is all the INFO:

The little articulated dragon is print in place, NO supports needed!Versions provided: stl, multicolor 3mf, hollowed craft eye & full eye version, and keychain versions (size 80mm and size 65mm).

Every two weeks a new dragon will be arriving to the Serev3D dragon family, the next one will be the Unicorn Dragon!

ALSO, now we are going provide really awesome and unique dragon eggs matching each little dragon! They look really pretty with gradient PLA or any dual silk PLA as well.

UPDATE: Some members mentioned that the egg was a bit too tight fit and had to use some force first to make the top fit on the bottom, so we decided to make some tiny adjustments, like this it will be a nice and easy fit!:) (the big and small versions are both updated)

The dragon egg for the baby ice elemental dragon is the first one, but we will add more eggs to the rest of the little dragons too:)

Look at these cuties, they look very happy together!:)----------------------------

Print difficulty level: Beginner

Recommended print settings: (If you use Bambu or Orca slicer, all the print settings are automatically loaded in each version’s 3mf files)

-Layer height: 0.2mm, if you want less thicker layer lines you can set it to 0.16mm (Or even lower, or turn on Adaptive Layer Height if you want very minimal visible layer lines, but it will increase your printing time)

-Wall loops: 3

-Infill: 8%, Gyroid

-Supports: No supports needed

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“STEAL THEIR LOOK!” instructions:

Version - Keychain, gem eyes, dual silkFiles: Baby Ice Dragon-65mmKEYCHAIN-6mmCraft Eye Version OR Baby Ice Dragon-80mmKEYCHAIN-6mmCraft Eye Version

Filament: Bambu Dual Silk PLA

Gem eye: Allstarco 500PCS 8mm SS40 Blue Sapphire

(make sure to put the filament preset to silk, since it needs a higher temperature than regular PLA)

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Version - Painted, craft eye, 100% size , print time 2.5h

Files: Baby Ice Dragon-160mm length-12mmCraft Eye Version AND Ice Dragon Egg - for 160mm Dragon

Filament: Bambu PLA Matte

Craft dragon eye: JulieWang 12mm Dragon Eyes OR JulieWang 8mm Dragon Eyes (dragon scaled down to 68%,) Or JulieWang 6mm Dragon Eyes (dragon scaled down to 51%)

Primer: Rust-Oleum Painter’s Touch Spray Paint White

Paint: Fantastory Craft Acrylic Paint Set (Use light and dark brown, black, peach and beige)

Clear coat finish seal: Rust-Oleum Matte Clear Coat or if you want glossy look Rust-Oleum Clear Gloss

Painting & post processing Steps:

Materials:

Airbrush and/or paintbrushes.

Acrylic paints: White, light blue, dark blue, and metallic shimmer paints (pearl or ice blue).

Primer: White or light gray.

Sealant: Gloss varnish or clear coat.

Optional: Glitter paint or mica powder for shimmer.

Steps:

Preparation:

Sand the 3D print lightly if needed to remove imperfections.

Apply a white or light gray primer. Let it dry fully.

Base Coat:

Airbrush or hand-paint the entire dragon in a solid, light blue color. This will act as the base layer.

Shading & Gradient:

Use an airbrush or sponge to blend darker blue shades toward the tips of spikes, horns, and tail.

Gradually fade the darker blue into the lighter blue for a natural icy gradient.

Highlighting:

Dry-brush white or pearl paint on raised areas (scales, horns, and spikes) to emphasize the texture.

Add subtle white highlights to the face and horns for a frosty effect.

Optional Frost Texture:

Add glitter paint or lightly dust the dragon with mica powder to mimic frost or ice crystals.

Sealing:

Apply a gloss varnish or clear coat to give the entire model a shiny, icy finish

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Have fun, we are looking forward to see your 3d prints!

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