Raphael

Twin sai up, shell hunched, one foot planted on a city sewer lid — ready to throw down. This is a stubby, big-shouldered ninja turtle sculpted in classic cartoon proportions: a knotted eye-mask trailing at the back, a lantern jaw, a plated shell and a knee-padded fighting stance. He grips a sai in each three-fingered fist, one drawn back and one thrust forward, and the belt buckle carries an 'R'. The base is a chunky broken-tarmac slab set with a detailed round manhole cover, so the figure stands on its own without extra propping. It's unashamed fan service for anyone who grew up on the half-shell heroes — a painted shelf or desk piece, a diorama centrepiece, or a gift for the nostalgic reptile-lover. At larger scale it makes a real statement; shrunk down it slots neatly into a team lineup. Print notes • Resin (SLA/DLP) is the sweet spot here — it nails the mask folds, shell segments and the slim sai blades that FDM tends to blob. • Print the body at a slight back-tilt so supports land on the shell and rear of the legs, keeping the face and chest clean. • The base prints flat and support-free; seat the feet with a dab of glue if you separate it. • Prime grey, block in the skin and mask, then pick out the manhole lettering with a light dry-brush for that comic-panel finish.