a step closer

Weighted Companion Cube – 3d printed prototype

It’s no secret I am teensy bit obsessed with Portal, so it should go without saying I want a Companion Cube action figure. I know there isn’t much action to be had, as it’s an inanimate object and all, but that’s part of the joke. So yeah, my collectors instinct knows no bounds – and since Valve doesn’t make one I’m left with few options. I can’t sculpt, so that’s out of the question. The papercraft one is nice, but lacking something. So I did what anyone else in my position would do: I designed one in SolidWorks and ordered a printed 3D model.

I’m calling this a first draft since I want it bigger and I want to be able to paint it. Since it would be easier to paint if it were broken apart I will make a second one where the raised details are individual pieces that can be snapped or glued onto a base cube. Essentially I’ll be creating a WCC model kit. But for now I can enjoy the prototype, and decide whether or not I want to drop it on eBay to make up the cost.