Final Grenzwatch #2 WIP
Added 2022-08-29 19:44:48 +0000 UTCLadies and gentlemen,
the past days I have worked on an interior build to see if there was anything missing and how it went together. As you can see in the pics it works really nicely. With this test done I will now go into release preparation mode ... check the files, split them up (right now it's two huuuuge files with all parts and thousands of layers :) ) and make sure everything is ready for release. I have taken pics during the test builds so I hope to get the instructions done too soon. One thing I want to add is extra parts for the doors, windows and corners if you want to double up those details. This could make a gorgeous build if you are prepared to put in the extra work!
The barracks level looks great filled up with bits. I have used the new bunk beds and same tables, seats and crates from previous bits. For the armory floor I have decided to dress the walls with weapon racks that have the wooden background printed at 80%. The second weapon rack for bows and halberds will be released soon. For other bits I will look into armor stands or special weapon stands in the future to give more options for the armory.
Once I have done this set I will look into walls. Either as very simple (but well textured) 2D parts or maybe even a more 3D version like I have done with the Dark Age Fortress. The current buildings will need some defensive structures to properly guard the border of the realm!
Regarding our apartment: we are back in Vienna alright but our kitchen and living room remains a construction site. Apparently the manager of the repair process forgot to check that part with insurance so now we are waiting for the OK. Sadly we had a big wave of bad weather in Austria so all the insurances are dealing with emergency cases first, so I expect it to go on for a while until they will look unto our case. So sleeping works, the work room - although filled up quite a bit with stuff - is also usable but for food we have to be creative! I always try to remember what the Dalai Lama said about unpleasant situations "This too will pass ..." :) ... but I will be very happy when all is back to normal!!!
OK that's the news for today. I you have feedback about the current or future builds or ideas for more bits ... let me know in the comments. Until the next time, stay safe and keep building :D
Chris
Comments
I will likely use what you use. Thanks.
Jay
2022-08-31 17:43:20 +0000 UTCI am printing all of my stuff on 160gsm (gramms per square meter) paper. That's double the weight/strength of normal office/copy paper (no idea how that translates to US paper weights). So when I glue exterior and interior walls, that results in 360+gsm. That's quite strong already. If you wanted to you could use 250-360gsm paper but for me it's strong enough. Now for the bases I mount them on two layers of 360gsm. That results in apx 1mm thick base. Feel free to use layers of cardstock or chipboard if you need more strength. I prefer the 160gsm because it bends well on the corners. So I would only add the stronger paper on the insides or as a middle layer to the interior parts. but that's just me :) Does this help?
Papierschnitzel
2022-08-31 17:37:12 +0000 UTCThanks! It could be worse ... yeah I had some fun making the ceramic tiles floor :D
Papierschnitzel
2022-08-31 17:32:27 +0000 UTCOh wow, the walls and floors are looking great! Good luck with your apartment though...tough times :(
2022-08-31 08:20:10 +0000 UTCWhat are you using to give the walls durability? Perhaps cereal box cardboard or chipboard? I could be mistaken but it seems you are using something more than the cardstock you print on to keep the structure ridged. Basically, I was wondering what brand, type and size of cardstock you print on and any other materials that might be used?
Jay
2022-08-30 16:25:17 +0000 UTC
