Crystal Dragon!

Bring your build plate to life with this fully articulated, print-in-place Crystal Dragon! Featuring sharp crystalline scales along its body and a highly flexible, multi-segmented design, this model makes an incredible fidget toy, desk display, or gift. Designed with optimized print-in-place hinges—no assembly or supports required!   Features & Highlights 100% Print-in-Place: No assembly or gluing needed. Support-Free Design: Set up to print cleanly straight out of the box. Fluid Articulation: High movement flexibility across every body segment. Intricate Crystal Spikes: Geometric, sharp crystal details across the entire spine and head. Recommended Print Settings Print Bed: Bambu Textured PEI Plate (recommended for optimal bed adhesion) But you can use Effect build plates Layer Height: 0.16mm - 0.20mm (0.16mm gives smoother curves on the crystal facets) Infill: 15%–20% (Gyroid or Grid recommended) Supports: None required Brim: Outer brim recommended if your bed adhesion isn't perfect, to prevent the delicate tail tips from curling. Printing Tips Bed Adhesion is Key: Make sure your build plate is clean (wash with dish soap and warm water if needed) to ensure the small first-layer segments stay firmly anchored. Filament Choice: Looks exceptional with Silk PLA, Dual/Tri-color PLA, or Translucent/Glitter PLA to make the crystal facets pop! If you enjoy the print, please leave a review, post your print profiles, and share a picture of your finished dragon below!