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Dorkfactory Newsletter (Dec. 2021)

Dorkfactory Newsletter (Dec. 2021)

We're heading into a new year and the Dorkfactory is working on something special to get things going.

It's time for another first at the Dorkfactory. For some reason people seem to be into the concept of heavily armored, practically immortal, genetically enhanced space soldiers. I mysel...

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December Bundle Part 2: Saint Mechachungus, Ancient Cybermeister of note (public preview)

December Bundle Part 2: Saint Mechachungus, Ancient Cybermeister of note (public preview)

Good afternoon,

Please utter the appropriate incantations to purify yourself before you say hello to Saint Mechachungus, Ancient Cybermeister of note.

The December bundle is complete! To download Mechachungus, see this patreon post. For the crawling terro...

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December Bundle Part 1 Preview

December Bundle Part 1 Preview

Part 1 of the December bundle is ready!

This month's new sculpt is the Crawling Terror. The first version will be released shortly and a kit with alternate parts will be out in mid December.
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November Newsletter

November Newsletter

Hello everyone,

November has been a really big month for the Dorkfactory. As of writing this we're 101 patrons over the previous record! I want to start with a tremendous thank you to everyone who signed up this month, and everybody who thought the November models were cool and shared them around. Special shoutout to 2021-11-30 22:53:26 +0000 UTC View Post

November sculpts ready!

November sculpts ready!

This month one large kit turned into a second larger kit. Hope you enjoy the models as much as I enjoyed making them!

patrons can download them here. As well as the dorkfactory vault models, and the 2021-11-19 20:14:22 +0000 UTC View Post

Preview for part 1 of November Sculpts

Preview for part 1 of November Sculpts

October was a very fruitful month in the Dorkfactory. I'm happy to reveal one of the latest sculpts, this large biomechanical walker, as the first new model for November! This guy will be released on Nov 4th as he appears above (minus the last picture) but many additional heads, arms, and an alternate set of legs will be released later this month and the variations should span a large breadth o...

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October Newsletter

October Newsletter

Greetings from deep within the factory,
This month a lot of projects are coming to fruition and a lot of new ones have started as well. A kickstarter that I did a lot of work for is currently underway, I'm finishing up some models for my second go around at The Maker's Cult patreon, and a TON of new sculpts have gotten underway! The maker community has also been very busy lately and I've got...

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Heavy Necro Quadwalkers (part 2) preview

Heavy Necro Quadwalkers (part 2) preview

Hello everyone,

It's time for MORE QUADWALKERS! This batch is all about close combat. New arms, blades, some new torsos with rotated heads, a two handed weapon, and a new super bent leg! This and the previous batch are totally cross compatible so you can go hog wild with the mixing and matching if you feel so inclined.

Hope you like them!
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Guest models from StationForge

Guest models from StationForge

Hello all,

This month StationForge has shared some really nice guest models! I've been following them for some time now and it's been a pleasure to be in contact over the last few months. They're two brothers who both make awesome printable minis. I was happy to see their patreon get off to an immediate great sta...

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Heavy Necro Quadwalkers (part 1) Preview

Heavy Necro Quadwalkers (part 1) Preview

I'm quite pleased to announce that the first set of Heavy Necro Quadwalkers will be released tomorrow! And on top of that, In the middle of this month, there will be ANOTHER set with more options!

Patrons, make sure to check out the Dorkfactory Vault to download the some of the Cultists...

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September Newsletter

September Newsletter

Howdy everyone,

Here's a look at what's new in the factory this month.


A New Look

I've changed up the render style a few times in the past, but I've always gone with a very stylized look. I was always happy with them but I had wondered for a long time how hard it was to know what the models would look like when they're printed. So, this time aroun...

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Guest model swap with Print Minis!

Guest model swap with Print Minis!

Howdy everyone,

I'm very happy to announce that The Dorkfactory and PrintMinis have teamed up this month to do a model swap! I've had my eye on PrintMinis for a long time. They crank out a LOT of cool stuff.
They were kind enough to offer one of their Helgrim models from this month's batch for free!  Dorkfactory patrons can grab that package from the 2021-09-14 20:16:42 +0000 UTC View Post

September Batch Download

September Batch Download

UPDATE: Since we've passed their release month, these guys are now available here:
https://www.myminifactory.com/object/3d-print-corpse-composite-shadowhusks-dark-evil-cyborg-space-pain-elf-of-elv...

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How the Dorkfactory Patreon Works

ATTENTION:

The reward website is almost ready for access! please be patient. it will come out this month (September 2023)



The dorkfactory patreon gives subscribers DORK POINTS, which can be redeemed for any dorkfactory models. Dork points are generally a 40-60% discount relative to MyMiniFactory prices (depending on ...

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September Preview: Corpse-Composite Shadowhusks + the Vault

September Preview: Corpse-Composite Shadowhusks + the Vault

The new Corpse-Composite Shadowhusks are almost ready to go! As mentioned, there will be some static poses (6 of them!), and also a pretty big builder kit for those who want to get custom😎 

In the vault we'll have the Shadowspace Cloud Talons carrying over from last month and the Exalted Tide Dwellers will make an...

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August Newsletter

August Newsletter

Hello everyone,

The dork machines churn on as ever in the factory. Here's a look at what's been going on this month.


New Models and a (partly) New Format

I really enjoy the posing stage of digital miniature sculpting. It's when the things change from a neutral blueprint to a snapshot of a character in motion. I like to get pretty particular about ...

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Early Work in Progess Preview for September

Early Work in Progess Preview for September

Hello everyone,

Been getting a lot done on September's models! So far it feels like H. R. Giger had a child with Deadspace. These guys already have a few alternate heads, arms and miscellaneous addons. Can not WAIT to pose them. 

Hope you like where it's going! More picture in the discord server if you're cur...

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MyMiniFactory Cloud Storage for Dorkfactory Files!

Hey Everyone,

I'm happy to announce that MMF cloud storage is finally a reality for Dorkfactory files! Current patrons got the news already but I'm putting out this public message because I just blasted everyone from 2021 with usergroup invitation emails and I'll be blasting all the 2020 patrons shortly.

If you've been a dorkfactory patron and didn't get an invite, it's probably bec...

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Preview for August batch...

Preview for August batch...

Brace yourselves... August is going to be a big month. 

The new model, The Shadow Screamer Light Transport, is finally ready and I hope you all are as pumped about it as I am. 

A little lore:
Piloted by a heavily modified and specialized cyborg, this loud, high-speed craft has harnesses and neuro-interface targeting modules...

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Monthly Newsletter - July 2021

Monthly Newsletter - July 2021

Greetings, fellow nerds, how've you been??

I've got some previews, an overall progress report on the body stealers, and some truly mind blowing fan makes to show.


Work-in-progress Preview for Next Month

This time around I'm working on my first ever vehicl...

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150 Patron Goal Reached!

150 Patron Goal Reached!

This has been a crazy month for the Dorkfactory. HUGE thanks to all the new patrons recently. We did it! 150.

The patron discount in the MMF store will now be increased to 30%! See this post for the new code. Patreons always dip a little on the 1st of the month and we'll probably go under for a moment but don't...

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July Preview

July Preview

I'm very excited to present the July batch. Here's what's coming up:

The Agony Construct

This is the model I made for The Maker's Cult last month. Some of you already have it but to everybody else, hope you enjoy it!

The Blademaster Demons

This month's new sculpt is the Blademaster Demon squad. each pose has 2 leg options and 2 torso...

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Dorkfactory Newsletter - June 2021

Dorkfactory Newsletter - June 2021

Here we are again! It's been another busy month in the Dorkfactory and I've got UPDATES!


A Couple Big Thank Yous

I want to start with a massive thank you to The Maker's Cult for having me as a guest artist. Partnering up with them brought in so many new people I can hardly believe it. They are chill and talented people and I'm honored that I got the chanc...

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June batch preview

June batch preview

Hey everyone,

Here's a look at next month's release! This is one of 5 poses that will each have a ton of options. Just finishing up getting everything chopped and supported. See you tomorrow with new models and an update to the vault!

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Monthly Newsletter May 2021

Monthly Newsletter May 2021

Hello from the Dorkfactory!

The new patreon system is working out even better than I had hoped in terms of upping the quality of models coming out of the Dorkfactory and in the next few months there will be a lot of really cool new releases. Here's a look at what's coming up!


June batch: House Guard Squad

Next month's batch continues to keep one ...

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May 2021: Cyber Liches

May 2021: Cyber Liches

UPDATE:

Since we've passed their release month, these guys are now found here:
https://www.myminifactory.com/object/3d-print-the-cyber-liches-168377


Hello patrons,

I am very thrilled to present the first bundle of the ne...

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April Newsletter

April Newsletter

Because of a move, some new projects and a big change with the patreon, it's been a while since I've been able to do a newsletter. I seem to always say there's a lot going on at the Dorkfactory, and it's true, but this time it's off the charts. Here's a look at what's new!


New Patreon System

I've blasted current patrons with info about the new patreon str...

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March Lord of the Land Models (Enigma Riders)

March Lord of the Land Models (Enigma Riders)

Update: We've passed their download month but these models will soon be available in the MyMiniFactory Store 


Good evening Lords,

Very excited to present the Enigma Riders. Super happy with how these wieyrd baests turned out. It was fun of the pur...

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March Models (Exalted Tide Dwellers)

March Models (Exalted Tide Dwellers)

Update: since we've passed their release month, these models can now be found here https://www.myminifactory.com/object/3d-print-exalted-tide-dwellers-167587 

Here's the first batch of Exalted Tide Dwellers. More to come!

Update 3/9/21:
Just add...

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February Bonus Download (Shadowspace Cloud Talons)

February Bonus Download (Shadowspace Cloud Talons)

Alrighty! Here they are at long last. Pre-supported versions will be coming out soon. I hope you enjoy them.

Back soon with pre-supported talons and the upcoming March Daemon ladies!

Happy Hobbying!

UPDATE: since we've passed their download month, these models can be downloaded in the 2021-02-25 07:27:50 +0000 UTC View Post