James previews some of the new STL files we’re preparing for WiPrime Members and looks ahead to some magazine content we’re working on. We’re getting fresh WiDigital models sculpted right now, after taking a break over the holidays and reassessing the direction this part of our WiPrime offering should take. Assorted late Medieval warriors, packed with character, are a part of what’s being produced, along with some unique individuals from history to fit into our Giants in Miniature range. You can see some of the work-in-progress shots of them below. When we first launched WiDigital it was an experimental project, to add value to our Prime offerings for sure, but also a chance to expand on our articles with figures and objectives connected to them. When it clicked it was great but, due to our small team and the reliance on freelance sculptors, it’s been tough to maintain a regular set of models. Digital in 2024 With that in mind, we’re slightly changing the way it works. Once we rebuild our backlog of files, we still intend to put them online (as free STL files for WiPrime Members, to download, print, and paint) but we’re dropping our monthly schedule. Sticking to a ‘new thing every month’ approach meant that some projects had to be rushed and others got dropped due to time constraints. Instead, we’re going to launch collections of STLs when they’re right and make sure we promote them properly, so as many gamers and painters as possible have the chance to get hold of them. Later, probably a few months down the line, we’ll get those digital figures cast, to sell as Giants in Miniature releases, and if you don’t have the means to 3D print them you can, as WiPrime Members, buy them at a discount from our store. Hopefully, this is a good move for everyone and you’re excited to see the finished models shown with this article and a whole lot more! A look at some upcoming articles We’ve been bringing together some excellent contributions and in-house articles for upcoming issues and Insider Insight is a chance to give you a taster in advance! Here’s a peek at pages from a few of them. Please note that you may spot typos as they’ve not yet progressed through our multiple proofreading stages!
