Resin (SLA / MSLA) – highly recommended:

Preserves facial expression and soft chibi proportions

Excellent detail on clothing folds, belt, and staff texture

Clean edges on hood and cape

FDM possible at larger scales (≥120 mm) with fine nozzle

Scale Suggestions:

32–40 mm: tabletop RPG miniature

75–90 mm: display collectible

120–150 mm: decorative desk or shelf figure

Supports:

Light supports recommended for:

Underside of the cape

Hand holding the staff

Chin / hood interior (very minimal)

Orientation:

Upright, base flat on build plate

Staff can be printed attached or as a separate part (optional)

Layer Height:

Resin: 0.03–0.05 mm

FDM: 0.12–0.16 mm for best facial quality

Material Recommendations:

Resin: standard grey, ABS-like, or slightly flexible resin

FDM: PLA+, matte PLA, or silk PLA for a toy-like finish

Color & Finish Suggestions:

Cloak: earthy green, forest brown, or deep blue

Outfit: warm leather tones, beige, muted reds

Skin: soft pastel skin tones

Staff: wood browns with dry-brushed highlights

Base: stone grey, mossy green accents

Print-Friendly Design Notes:

Chibi proportions increase strength and durability

Thick limbs and rounded features resist breakage

Ideal for beginners learning miniature painting

Clean silhouette with minimal fragile elements

Woodland Sentinel – Hooded Owl Ranger