Forgefolk Guardians – High-Poly Dwarf & Gnome Character Pack (5

Meet the Forgefolk Guardians — a set of stout fantasy characters designed with big readable silhouettes, heroic proportions, and high-poly surface detail that looks great both on-screen and in real prints.

Each character has a distinct identity for storytelling and display:
- Gearbeard (Steampunk Gnome): workshop goggles, brass/steel vibe
- Ironcrown (Dwarf King): crown + regal armor presence
- Hornhelm (Viking Dwarf): horned helmet + rugged look
- Stormforge (Battle Dwarf): heavy shoulder plates + warrior stance
- Nightsteel (Dark War Dwarf): darker armor tones + intimidating mood

Design goals:
- Easy-to-read shapes (great for tabletop, dioramas, desk display)
- Deep creases + bold forms so details survive sanding/priming
- High-poly character sculpt look (premium collectible style)

AI DISCLOSURE (Friendly + transparent)
These models are AI-assisted: generated with AI 3D tools and then refined with artist creativity
A compact character pack of high-poly fantasy dwarves/gnome-style guardians made for 3D printing, painting, and display. Perfect for collectors, tabletop fans, makers, and creators who want bold character minis with strong personalities.

Use them as:
- tabletop NPCs / bosses
- desk statues / shelf décor
- diorama centerpieces
- giftable fantasy figurines
- painting practice pieces (nice surface variation)

Target audience:
- Personal: hobbyists, painters, collectors, tabletop players
- Education: 3D printing classes / workshops (supports, orientation, finishing practice)
- Business: print farms, prop/mini sellers (check your license/terms if you provide one)
Age group targeting: All ages
(Printing requires adult supervision for kids; small parts may be a choking hazard if printed tiny.)

THEME CATEGORIES
- Decorative: desk statue, shelf figure, collector display
- Educational: learning supports/orientation, painting & finishing practice
- Seasonal: optional (great for gift season, fantasy events, game nights)

Stylized realistic
- Chibi-proportioned fantasy
- High-poly sculpt
- Collectible figure aesthetic
- Game-ready silhouette (print-friendly)
- Hand-painted friendly surfaces

3D PRINT SETTINGS
Recommended scale
- Mini (tabletop): 45–60 mm tall
- Display figure: 100–180 mm tall
- Desk statue: 180–250 mm tall
- Bigger prints show off armor and beard detail best.

Best results: Resin (SLA/MSLA)
Why: crisp detail on beards, belts, rivets, facial features.

Suggested resin settings (starting point):
- Layer height: 0.03–0.05 mm
- Supports: light/medium, more support under beard tips, elbows, belt edges
- Orientation: tilt 20–35° backward or sideways to reduce suction and preserve face detail
- Hollowing (large prints): optional; add 2–3 mm wall + 2 drain holes

Post-processing tips:
- Wash, fully cure, then lightly sand support marks
- Prime with a thin coat for best paint adhesion
- FDM printing (PLA/PETG) – Totally doable
Why: strong, affordable, big desk-size prints look awesome.

Suggested FDM settings (starting point):
- Nozzle: 0.4 mm (0.2 mm for extra detail if you have patience)
- Layer height: 0.12–0.20 mm (0.16 is a nice balance)
- Walls/perimeters: 3–4
- Top/bottom layers: 4–6
- Infill: 10–18% (gyroid/grid) for minis; 15–25% for larger statues
- Supports: “Tree supports” recommended; focus under beard, arms, shoulder armor, crown/horns
- Orientation: upright usually works; slight tilt can reduce support marks on the face

FDM finishing tips:
- Quick sanding + filler primer makes the sculpt look “collector-grade”
- Dry brush on armor edges makes detail pop even before full paint
- Support placement advice (Quick checklist)

You’ll usually need supports here:
- underside of beard points
- under forearms/hands
- under shoulder plates
- around crown/horn overhangs
- belt ornaments or hanging cloth tabs
- Try to keep supports off the face whenever possible.

Painting & use tips
- Prime first (gray/black/white depending on your style)
- Wash + dry brush works great on beards, armor, and belts

These models are excellent for:
- tabletop campaigns (NPCs, kings, blacksmiths, berserkers)
- display collections
- kitbashing scenes (forge, tavern, battlefield)