Okay, so, I’ve been getting into 3D printing lately, right? It’s super cool what you can do with it. And as a big fan of Jujutsu Kaisen, I thought, why not try to print some of the characters? Sounds easy enough, yeah?
First things first, I needed to find some 3D models. So, I started with a simple search online, just typing in “Jujutsu Kaisen 3D models.” You wouldn’t believe how many results I got! There are tons of sites out there with all sorts of models. Some are free, some you gotta pay for. It was a little overwhelming, to be honest.
I spent a good chunk of time just browsing through these sites. They have everything from the main characters like Yuji and Gojo, to the curses and even some of the weapons. I found some really detailed models, too. It’s crazy how much work people put into these things.
After a while, I finally settled on a few free models to start with. There are these websites like “Mito3D” and a community called “Thangs” where people share their creations. There are a few others as well, but I don’t remember the names right now. I downloaded a model of Yuji in his school uniform and a simple one of Sukuna’s finger. I figured those would be good for testing the waters.
Next, I had to get these models ready for printing. This is where things got a bit tricky. You can’t just send the model straight to the printer. You gotta use this software called a “slicer” to prepare it. The slicer basically converts the 3D model into a bunch of instructions that the printer can understand. So I searched for a slicer that people recommended for beginners, and I tried that one.
I loaded up the Yuji model in the slicer and started playing around with the settings. There’s a lot to consider, like the size of the print, the level of detail, and how much support material to use. I don’t know all the details about what those mean, but I just went with what the software recommended for beginners. It took some trial and error, but I eventually got it to a point where I thought it would work. It is like when you start cooking, and you just follow the recipe until you figure out what it’s all about.
Finally, it was time to print! I sent the sliced file to my 3D printer and hit the “print” button. I’ve gotta say, watching the printer work is pretty mesmerizing. It slowly builds up the model layer by layer, and it’s really cool to see it take shape. It takes time, you know, like hours! But in the end, it is all worth it.
The Yuji print took a few hours, but it came out pretty good for a first attempt. There were a few rough spots, but overall, I was happy with it. The Sukuna’s finger was a lot smaller, so it printed much faster. It actually came out really clean. I guess the smaller size helped with the details. The result is so satisfying, like completing a puzzle or a level in a game.
What I Learned
This whole experience taught me a lot about 3D printing. It’s not as simple as just pressing a button, but it’s definitely rewarding. Here are a few things I picked up along the way:
- Finding good models takes time. There are so many options out there, and it can be hard to know which ones are worth using.
- Slicing is crucial. The settings you choose in the slicer can make or break your print. It takes a bit of understanding, but you learn it through practice.
- Printing takes patience. It’s not a quick process, especially for larger or more detailed models. But after a while, you get better, and you print faster!
- There’s a lot of trial and error involved. Not every print will be perfect, but that’s okay. You learn from your mistakes and get better with each attempt.
Overall, I’m really glad I decided to try this out. It’s a fun way to combine my love for Jujutsu Kaisen with a new hobby. I’m definitely going to keep printing more models, and maybe even try designing my own someday. Who knows? Maybe I’ll even start selling them online. It’s a whole new world of possibilities!
