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In this review of the Epic Playmat Tubes sent to us by Mojibake Collectibles we’ll be talking about STL files (purchased individually or in bundles) ready for printing. These are useful accessories for anyone who loves roleplaying games.
They are available on this website starting from the price of €9 for a single project up to €90 for the pack of 12.
What are STL files? They’re currently the most popular file type for 3D printing and CAD, but they don’t contain color or texture information. This makes them ideal for customization, opening up a variety of possibilities. So, when you purchase the product from the store, you’ll receive a digital file. This will save you shipping costs, but keep in mind that to make one, you’ll need to be familiar with 3D printers or know someone who can use one. Let’s see what you can create.
How to Pamper Your Playmats
Tired of having playmats lying around the house, gathering dust or piled up haphazardly? It’s true, there are tubes on the market, similar to those used to carry drawing paper at school, that might be just the thing for you. The product we’re introducing, however, is on a whole different level.
First of all, the design is clearly inspired by the most common settings of roleplaying games and board games: fantasy, steampunk, historical, science fiction, etc. Everything you can think of, you can find it on the store Mojibake Collectibles. Other than your aesthetic sense, you might also want to take into consideration the capabilities of your printer. For example, a set like Epic Playmat Tubes Volume 3: the Sacred Geometries will be easier to print while maintaining excellent visual quality, with fewer details. Epic Playmat Tubes Volume 1, on the other hand, is rich in detail and is recommended for those more familiar with materials and printers, although the end result is definitely satisfying.
Epic Playmat Tubes Review: Accessories and Composition
The playmat holders are modular not only will this allow you to print them in smaller pieces, making it easier to finish your project, but you can also unscrew and screw them back to the desired length. The external caps also conceal a dice holder, always useful for all players.
Among the printable files we will also find a display stand to hold our most intriguing tubes: beautiful things deserve to be shown off!
There will also be two rings that can be applied to the sides of our playmat holder to insert a strap that will allow us to carry it comfortably on our shoulder.
Some models also have a recess for inserting a label indicating the contents. Despite the multitude of possible accessories, the tube will always remain lightweight and easily transportable.
Not only its beauty, but also its ease of use have been studied to make it an attractive product for all enthusiasts.
Pirates & Harmonic Arc
The photos of the two Epic Playmat Tubes featured in this article are called Pirates and Harmonic Arc respectively, and are part of the two sets we’ve already talked about, Volume 1 and Volume 3. They’ve already been sent to us printed for demonstration, but it’s important to remember that you’ll be choosing the final color, as you’ll have the option of producing them at home (or in a specialized shop) with materials and colors of your choice.
The total length is 45.5 cm per tube, while the internal diameter is 5.5 cm. On this page you can find a table that explains the estimated printing times for each individual piece, considering that the tallest is 18 cm.
The templates have been optimized to make the whole printing process easier, thus adapting to most of the FDM printers. So, let your imagination run wild.
Epic Playmat Tubes Review Conclusions
Definitely a product with potential, this one from Mojibake Collectibles. Fans have always looked for customization and a way to stand out, especially at tournaments and trade shows.
Considering how STL files have become a firm fixture among gamers and miniaturists, 3D printers are now a staple in many homes. Attention to detail is impressive, although it’s clear that certain designs are much more difficult to print than others. The advice, therefore, remains the same as previously mentioned: carefully examine the photos on the website and choose based on the level of your printer. Don’t want to compromise? Don’t tell me you don’t have a friend who’s nerdy enough to have spent their last paycheck on a top-notch printer! And if that still isn’t enough, there are many shops that can make up for this shortcoming. I assure you, the results will amaze you.
