The Vision & Story: In the heart of Manipur’s ancient Meitei mythology, Pakhangba is not just a deity; he is the supreme protector and the soul of royalty. This model, titled Malem Pakhangba, represents the "Earth" aspect of this divine dragon. My vision was to merge the ferocity of a lion, the grace of a serpent, and the wisdom of a stag into a single, awe-inspiring form. He stands as a guardian of the balance between the mortal and the divine, a silent watcher over the ancient lands. Craftsmanship: This model is a result of immense dedication and artistic passion. Every single scale, the intricate flow of the lion’s mane, and the sharp texture of the antlers have been meticulously hand-sculpted in Nomad Sculpt. What you see here is the culmination of hours—and sometimes months—of painstaking work to ensure high-detail precision. My vision is always clear: to bring soul and life into digital clay, a quality you will find consistent in this model and every upcoming design in my portfolio. "If you enjoy these designs, feel free to Follow my profile for more upcoming models and updates!" Setting and Manufacturing Instructions Scale: Recommended at 75mm for best detail visibility, but can be scaled up for a grander statue feel. Printer Type: Optimized for Resin (SLA/DLP) printers to capture the high-detail scales and mane. Can be printed on FDM with a well-tuned 0.4mm or 0.2mm nozzle. Layer Height: 0.05mm (Resin) or 0.12mm (FDM) for a smooth finish. Supports: Tree/Organic supports are highly recommended, especially for the antlers and the flowing tail, to ensure easy removal without scarring the fine details. Infill: 10-15% (for FDM) is sufficient. Post-Processing: Carefully remove supports using flush cutters. Due to the high-detail density, minimal sanding is required. Priming is recommended to make the textures pop before painting.