Hello everyone, I’m P1lotz, a professional 3D artist from Scandinavia. I have been working in this field since 2019. This time, I decided to create a creature that actually exists—kind of. Since it's the season for it, I made Rudolph the reindeer :D

• The legs move up and down ✓
• The body moves freely around ✓
• 7 articulating parts ✓
• The model can be printed in one piece ✓
• No support needed ✓
• Christmas themed print in place ✓✓✓✓✓✓✓!!!!

For Bambulab lads ;)

There are two versions of colored print profiles for the Bambulab lads, as shown below. The one on the left is called ReindeerColor1, and the one on the right is ReindeerColor2 (the file names). Both versions use only four colours, making them suitable for printing on a standard Bambu Lab A1 or P1S.

Information about the Commercial license

If you're interested in obtaining a commercial license for my dragon design or any of my other creations, consider joining my Printables Club. As a member, you'll have the opportunity to sell physical prints of all my models (unless stated otherwise), as long as your membership remains active. Join today for just $8 per month to secure your license and support my upcoming projects. Sign up for my Printables membership today.

Print settings

The reindeer model requires minimal infill; I recommend using between 10% and 20%, although 5% can also work. This is a print-in-place model, meaning it does not require any supports or assembly. The model can typically be printed directly on the print bed. However, if you encounter any issues, I suggest using rafts for printing. It is best to avoid using brim, as it can cause issues with articulation.

Designing Process

The model was created using Blender 3D. I was in the process of working on a detailed tutorial to explain the design process, but university commitments took over. I plan to return to it soon, although I’m not sure exactly when. In the meantime, you can watch an older tutorial I created, although it is less detailed than the upcoming one. Click here to watch the older tutorial.

Other models

• Articulated Christmas Dragon
• Articulated Ice Dragon - Original
• Articulated Crocodile
• Articulated Ice Dragon - Remastered

Help me out

If you’re interested in helping me out and enabling me to upload more free models, you can support me through donations on PayPal or by joining the supporter tier of my Printables Club. By joining the club, not only will you be supporting my work, but you will also gain access to exclusive models.

Copyright

This model is entirely created by me. You are not allowed to sell or reupload it without my permission. I often see people re-uploading my models, which is strictly prohibited and violates copyright laws. If you come across anyone uploading my designs, please reach out to me on Printables, Thingiverse or Makerworld. Selling this model may be permitted under certain circumstances, such as through a membership.

Do Not Reupload The Model!

There are two versions of colored print profiles for the Bambulab lads, as shown below. The one on the left is called ReindeerColor1, and the one on the right is ReindeerColor2 (the file names). Both versions use only four colours, making them suitable for printing on a standard Bambu Lab A1 or P1S.

Q: Can you sell the model?
A: No, you cannot sell the model. However, you are able to if you get a commercial licence via my Printables memberships.

Q: Can you reupload the model if you give me credit?
A: No, you cannot reupload my models, even if you credit me. The only thing allowed is legitimate remixes, with proper credits!

Q: Does the model need support?
A: No, the model does not need any support.

Q: Should the model be printed with brim?
A: No!!! Do NOT use brim under any circumstances. It is a nightmare to remove.
A: However, if you have trouble printing it, I recommend that you use rafts.

Q: How to make a dragon? How to make stuff articulate?
A: It really depends on what you are making. My tip is to download and analyse some articulated models by looking at their preview in the slicer. You can also watch my tutorial to learn more about it. Click here to watch the tutorial.

Q: Does the model need any assembling?
A: No, it does not. The model is a print in place.

Q: Do you have to use flexible filament for this?
A: No. The model works like a chain. I recommend colourful PLA.

Q: Can the model be resized?
A: Well, you tell me. I don't know yet. If you wanna rescale it, make sure the different body parts aren't touching eachother.