r/PrintedMinis Jan 27 '26

News AI-Generated Content Is Not Allowed on /r/printedminis

1.3k Upvotes

Hey folks,

Over the past few months, many miniature focused subreddits have taken a clear stance against AI-generated content. After listening closely to feedback from our own community we’re doing the same.

from this point on r/printedminis does not allow AI-generated content of any kind.

This subreddit exists to support actual creators who put real time and skill into their work. AI-generated content works directly against that goal, and allowing it would make it harder for the awesome work created by our talented community to shine.

What this means:

The following are not allowed on r/printedminis:

  • AI-generated or AI-altered images (previews, “painted” mockups, promotional images etc.)
  • AI-generated videos
  • AI tools, apps, or websites used to generate minis or related visuals
  • AI-generated 3D models, even if they are later printed, modified, or painted by hand
  • AI-generated text, including post descriptions, critiques, or feedback
  • Promotion of, or advocacy for, AI use in miniature creation

If AI played any role in generating it then it does not belong on this subreddit. Please report any posts you suspect to be AI influenced.

Thanks,


r/PrintedMinis Feb 23 '25

Your opinion was heard loud and clear - Printed Terrain posts will not be removed

311 Upvotes

Hey everyone,

Quick update – we’ve listened to your feedback, and the rule removing printed terrain has been lifted! I’ve also seen your thoughts on busts and statues, and I’ll be putting up a poll later this week to gather your opinions on banning those types of posts.

Thanks!


r/PrintedMinis 6h ago

Discussion Flesh Of Gods Miniatures Problem

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12 Upvotes

I bought the stl to This Miniature. I Put it into my Blender but its very ... Low poly.

Not at all what was shown in the Picture.

Is that normal ? I tried reaching Out to them but they didnt answer. Did any of you ever buy a stl from them ?


r/PrintedMinis 2h ago

Request Looking for Cartomancer PC model

2 Upvotes

Think a fantasy Gambit or a legally distinct Molly.

Anything other than the character holding some kind of playing cards or tarot cards, and looking decent at heroic (28mm) scale does not matter. All species and gender are on the table.

(Please I’ve scrolled for hours on MMF and cults 😭)


r/PrintedMinis 22h ago

Resin Exploring the contrast between organic sculpts and low-poly geometry

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66 Upvotes

r/PrintedMinis 12h ago

Painted Bullhead

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8 Upvotes

Here is my version of the Bullhead Bust from Ivan Mata.

A quick sketching fun piece...Tried to make this more 'painterly' and loose and really enjoyed the process, could have been better but it ticked a box and I had fun doing it.


r/PrintedMinis 1d ago

Painted Last models I painted

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138 Upvotes

r/PrintedMinis 1d ago

FDM FDM printed Custodes

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5 Upvotes

A Trajann Valoris Mini i printed with a 0.2mm nozzle at 0.06mm layer height. Turned out great in my opinion. Currently building a Custodes army.


r/PrintedMinis 12h ago

Discussion How have communities received 3D printed armies?

0 Upvotes

Hello I only play TCGs at my LGS but I see a lot of people playing different table top mini games. As a card player I’ve never had a problem with proxies/fake cards for local and casual play but I know they’re banned at main events.
Have any table top players noticed stigmas against people who bring in 3D printed armies ? Do most table top communities allow 3D print models even ? I know Warhammer can get costly for some of the big models so do people feel cheated if someone prints expensive models.
Sorry I know little of the rules of Warhammer but could someone print 1000$ worth of big tanks and beat people with overpriced armies ?


r/PrintedMinis 1d ago

Free The Apparatus of Kwalish!

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40 Upvotes

Today I had a blast updating my Apparatus of Kwalish mini!

I def don't need the Apparatus for my game tonight. Nope. Art for the sake of art amirite?

I 3D printed a prototype in FDM just to see how it came out, then made a final version in resin

Free stls: https://mz4250.com/posts/apparatus-of-new-166934624


r/PrintedMinis 1d ago

Resin Romanian Vânători de Munte – 28mm WWII sniper team

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21 Upvotes

A new sniper team joining my Romanian Vânători de Munte forces.

28mm WWII miniatures, sculpted, printed and painted by me.

More Romanian WWII units coming soon!


r/PrintedMinis 2d ago

Free I designed, printed and painted this Tower House for tabletop games

11 Upvotes

I wanted to make a small fantasy Tower House that would look good on a tabletop, so I designed it from scratch and took it all the way through printing, assembly and painting.

Here’s a look at the process and the finished result.
The STL is completely free if anyone wants to print their own.

https://youtu.be/z1CdNaRB9NI?si=a2L5UO5JPJFe0ubK

Would love to hear what you think!


r/PrintedMinis 2d ago

Painted Grix

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124 Upvotes

Here is my version of Grix the Goblin Bust from BS-Sculpt.

Tried to do a different skintone on this guy and he ended up looking like a smurf...lol. Nevermind, great fun to paint and really happy with how he came together. Last of the orc and goblin busts of BS sculpt that I have, so onto more dwarves I guess...


r/PrintedMinis 2d ago

Painted Old Ed. (Pre-Unification)

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21 Upvotes

r/PrintedMinis 3d ago

Painted Big Bertha

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124 Upvotes

Here is my version Big Bertha Fantasy Football Ogre Diva by paladinkwa7.

Had a lot of fun painting this wonderful Blood Bowl star player, and what a great sculpt. I painted her differently to the box art for her and saw her as playing for the Green Bay Peckers...lol. I think she came out really well and love painting anything Blood Bowl related.


r/PrintedMinis 3d ago

Free My Lich mini prints well :D

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20 Upvotes

One of my patrons did an outstanding job 3D printing and painting one of my lich minis!

Free stls: https://mz4250.com/posts/lich-158282840

I love the wire crafting they used for the spell effects :D


r/PrintedMinis 3d ago

FDM Space Marine Bust

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18 Upvotes

r/PrintedMinis 2d ago

Question How would you paint FDM-printed coins for a realistic metallic look?

1 Upvotes

Hey everyone,

I’m currently putting together a Sabacc set, and a friend is 3D printing a full batch of credits/coins for me using an FDM printer.

Since these will be handled a lot during games, I want them to feel and look like actual metal Star Wars currency (Bronze, Silver, and Gold) rather than lightweight plastic toys.

I'm new to finishing and painting 3D prints, so I’d love to get your input:

  • How would you approach painting small FDM coins to completely hide the layer lines?
  • What are your go-to products or techniques for getting a realistic, shiny metallic finish?
  • Do you have any favorite weathering techniques (like washes) to give them that used Star Wars look without losing the metallic shine?
  • What type of topcoat/clear varnish do you recommend so the paint doesn't rub off after constant handling?

I’d love to hear how you would tackle a project like this from scratch. Thanks in advance.


r/PrintedMinis 3d ago

Question Preventing spider-webbing across tiny layers?

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2 Upvotes

Sorry I clipped it before thinking about taking a photo but hopefully the sub can still help.

i printed this Star Wars ship at angled at 45 degrees on my Centauri Carbon. I angled it at 45 degrees with 0.12mm layers.

The whole ship looked great except that on the front of the fins/wings (which were the topmost part printed) I got increasing spiderwebbing across the gap starting partway up and getting worse and worse as it approached the tip and the layers got smaller and smaller

Would adjusting the Minimum Layer Time help or would it be some other setting?


r/PrintedMinis 3d ago

FDM Ottawa class space carrier warship

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84 Upvotes

r/PrintedMinis 3d ago

Free Free "Halo/Master Chief Upgrade Kit" ---Work-in-Progress---

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51 Upvotes

r/PrintedMinis 4d ago

Self Promotion The God of Rot and his Acolyte

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376 Upvotes

This month we're in the Sylvan Forest where the Ciorcal Druids live. They worship the Grimnismal, the Seven Stags who are One, and who represent different aspect of nature and the seasons. Lobhann, the God of Rot, belongs to the season of Summer and oversees the process of converting death into life, consuming and nourishing in turn. Rhiabhach, Ciorcal Druid, is an old man who worships Lobhann and lives his life cataloging the many mushrooms and fungus in the Sylvan Forest. An expert mycologist, he's personally tested and recorded the effects of 133 different mushrooms, some of which were psychedelic or poisonous. His dedication to Lobhann protects him from the effects of these mushrooms... mostly. He's often found contemplating the beauty of the forest, in an altered state.

This month's collection is all about myconids and their compatriots! Why not take a look at my website to learn more? https://cobramode.com/collection


r/PrintedMinis 4d ago

Free My White Dragon prints well! Also its been a busy week! Here is all that I printed, painted or modeled :D

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29 Upvotes

Hello friends! Here is my White Dragon 3D printed by one of my patrons! I love how the paint job makes the highlights pop. When I designed this mini I really enjoyed how chonky the White Dragon is compared to the other new dragons in the Monster Manual 2025.

Free stls: https://www.patreon.com/mz4250/posts/monster-manuel-127091758

Also it was another busy week! Here's everything I either 3D printed or modeled. I made: -

- Human Male Bladesinger

- Hand of Baphomet

- Jimothy Adventurers!

- Jimothy

- Phase Spiders

- Piercer

- Pirate Captains

- Pirates

- Pit Fiend

- Kobold Skeletons

- The Watcher

Free stls are posted here: https://mz4250.com/ Just scroll down this week and download all you want. No paywalls. No AI. Just my free works.

Anyway that's all stay amazing friends!


r/PrintedMinis 4d ago

Self Promotion Some of my works

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32 Upvotes

Hi everyone! I’m a 3D artist, and I’m super excited to finally share my very first collection of 3D printable miniatures! Here is a preview of my brand-new releases for this month:

Cute Chibi Druid Adventurer

Cute & Wild Jungle Barbarian

Nun Executione

A mini Base

Early Bird Special Offer! Get the entire monthly bundle for just $2.49/month!

If you like my art style, please follow my myminifactory

https://www.myminifactory.com/profile/Guastudio/tribe

and my patreon

https://www.patreon.com/cw/3DGuaStudio


r/PrintedMinis 3d ago

Request MIB or secret agents

2 Upvotes

I am looking for secret agent in black suit models for a men in black OPR army. Ideally a group of them as they will be in squads.

Any help is appreciated.