Gothic Serpent Dagger Book Box – Hidden Storage Fantasy Relic with Sliding Lid

Unleash a dark, ancient aesthetic with this Gothic Serpent Dagger Book Box, a striking blend of fantasy design and functional storage.

The lid features a bold bas-relief sculpture of a coiled serpent wrapped around crossed daggers, creating a powerful, relic-inspired centerpiece. Designed specifically for 3D printing, this piece balances clean geometry with strong sculptural depth, making it both print-friendly and visually impactful.

Perfect as a hidden storage box, display piece, or unique gift, this book box fits seamlessly into gothic, medieval, or fantasy-themed spaces.

🔥 Features:

• Detailed bas-relief lid design (serpent + crossed daggers)
• Hidden storage compartment inside
• Print-friendly geometry with clean edges
• Paint-ready surface ideal for dry brushing, washes, or metallic finishes
• Designed for easy printing and assembly

🎨 Perfect For:

• Fantasy & gothic decor
• Tabletop gaming accessories
• Unique gift boxes
• Hand-painted display pieces
• Collectors of dark fantasy designs

🛠️ Printing Notes:

• Optimized for FDM printing
• Works great in PLA or PETG
• Designed with clean, paint-friendly surfaces
• Best results with 0.12–0.2 layer height

Material: High-quality PLA or PETG filament. I use Bambu PLA Matt.

Print Settings: Supports: None needed. Ignore any slicer warnings about supports. Infill: 5%-15% (can be reduced if desired). Print Orientation: Print in place, as shown in the images. Size: Do not resize. For custom sizing, please contact me. Assembly Requirements: Magnets: Two 10mm x 2mm magnets are needed to secure the box and book cover. Glue: Apply glue to affix the magnets in the slots provided and glue the box to the bottom cover.

Book Box internal height 33mm.

Assembly Instructions: Paint First: Paint all parts before assembly for the best finish. Attach Magnets: Use super glue to secure the magnets in place. Glue the Box: Apply wood glue to attach the box to the bottom book cover. Secure with Tape: After gluing, close the lid and wrap the entire book with masking tape to hold it firmly while drying.

Allow to dry completely before handling.

Please Note: This model has only been tested on a Bambu Lab P1S. If you're experiencing any issues using a different printer, feel free to reach out.

🔹 Personal use only. 🔹 Commercial use is exclusive to members