Dummy 13 - version 1.0!

INTRODUCTION   Dummy 13 is a 3D printable action figure designed for super expressive articulation and infinite customization, accessible to anyone with a 3D printer. Dummy 13 was originally released in beta form in October 2023. This Version 1.0 release incorporates much of the feedback collected over the past year. Nearly every piece of Dummy 13 has been revised for easier printing and assembly. If you have printed the beta version before, you will find that the look of Dummy 13 is largely unchanged, but the experience of printing and assembling it is greatly improved. If this is your first time printing Dummy 13, please be aware that this is a challenging print that requires you to be reasonably familiar with your printer and slicer. But I know you can do it! I hope you will enjoy Dummy 13 as much as I have enjoyed creating it.     PRINTING   Files Dummy 13 is made up of an inner frame with an outer layer of armor. In the sample images, the frame parts are the ones printed in black or gray. You can use whatever colors you like, of course, but I strongly recommend that you do not use PLA for the frame parts. (I explain why in the “filament” section later on). The name of each file will indicate what layer it belongs to, followed by the body part, and the quantity if applicable. The model files are available in three different formats: runners, pre-plated parts, and individual parts. Choose the format that works for you.   Runners This is the easiest way to print Dummy 13. All the parts are connected together, like a plastic model kit. There is one runner for the frame parts and one for the armor parts. After printing, you will need to remove the parts from the runners. You should be able to snap the parts out by hand, and if needed you can clean up the “nubs” with a hobby knife. The runners should help keep individual parts from losing adhesion during printing (although you should still keep your build plate clean!) They're also handy for packaging Dummy 13 as a m