I wanted to bring a cybernetic samurai to life, and here’s the result – Cyber Oni-Samurai 13, a custom figurine built on the Dummy 13 platform (resized to 150% to capture detail in the face and armor).

This design is split into 4 plates, each with different material and print recommendations. I’ve included all my notes and lessons learned to help you get the cleanest result possible.

🧩 Plates & Printing Recommendations

Plate 1 – Frame

• Best printed with PETG (recommended for joints).
• PETG provides strength and flexibility.
• If available, ABS/ASA will give you the strongest results.
• PLA can be used, but expect stiffer assembly, possible breakage under stress, and joints that loosen over time due to creep.

(Guidance adapted from @soozafone’s original Dummy 13 v1.0 post.)

Plate 2 – Head Armor

• Printed with PLA (multi-color AMS setup).
• I painted the head, but it’s easier to just load your AMS with the filament colors you prefer.
• Recommended settings:
  • Layer Height: 0.12 mm
  • Supports: Tree Supports Slim
• ⚠️ Be extra careful removing supports around the hair. If your printer is calibrated, you’ll get a clean result.
• I recommend performing full calibration and maintenance before printing the head.

Plate 3 – Armor

• Printed in PLA.
• Designed for multi-color printing – most parts are separated for easy AMS swaps.
• The chest piece is not separated (too far along in the design to redo).
• Supports: Turn on Tree Supports Slim.
• Be careful when removing tree supports, you can break the parts.

Plate 4 – Sword & Sheath

• Printed in PLA.
• Simple design to complement the figurine.

🎨 Filament Notes

• Armor parts: PLA, PETG, and ASA all tested successfully.
• Frame parts: PETG works, but ABS/ASA gives the best results.
• Why not PLA for the frame?
  • Stiff → high assembly force.
  • Brittle → prone to snapping.
  • Creeps under stress → joints loosen with time.

⚔️ Final Notes

• The Dummy 13 platform was scaled up to 150% for improved facial and armor detail.
• The design uses 4 plates total for easy management.
• Feel free to remix the color scheme – that’s part of the fun!

Check out my other dummy figures here: https://makerworld.com/collections/8954928

🧵 Recommended Filaments (Affiliate Links)

These are the filaments I tested or recommend for best results. If you purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

PLA Filaments:

• Overture PLA
• Polymaker PLA
• Anycubic PLA

PETG Filaments:

• Overture PETG
• Elegoo Rapid PETG
• Anycubic PETG🧵 Recommended Filaments (Affiliate Links)
• These are the filaments I tested or recommend for best results. If you purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
• PLA Filaments:
• Overture PLA
• Polymaker PLA
• Anycubic PLA
• PETG Filaments:
• Overture PETG
• Elegoo Rapid PETG
• Anycubic PETG