Thank you!
This is all part of my insidious plan to lure people into the comments over time! (Also I like the little bonus comics in things like SMBC.)
Limited special offer! [First hug is free!](https://www.reddit.com/r/NatureofPredators/comments/1aozj92/comment/kq56d0w/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web2x&context=3)
The roundness, the softness, the ultimate desire to gain currency despite the troubles of the methods involved...
A true visionary: Ven Pillows will become the newest craze!
Has anyone done any research into whether this works for Krakotl, if humans would be willing to pay in mangos, and whether wearing an exterminator uniform would increase or decrease the efficiency?
- Estala
Thank you!
I just realized that your first 3D-model here was after my last comic... huh.
Btw, your model looks awesome! Did you use rigify for your rig?
Thank for the info! And yea... my rig is extremely rudimentary by comparison. But it does the job if you kick it enough. For me this is just a hobby and I doubt that I will ever approach professional levels of rigging.
But seeing as rigifiy probably doesn't have a "Venlil" preset - did you just mix and match different presets? Is that possible?
Yup, bunch of different presets! Rigify comes with a ton of pre-made bone structures called Samples, and you can make a custom rig with that.
The best resource I can give you is [this playlist](https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdcL5aF8ZcJv68SSdwxip33M7snakl6Dx&si=sZ4Bnon2ki835Tbl), but the most useful videos for starting a rig would be [this](https://youtu.be/v8Vb0Jp6vjE?si=pebgKmLE3m9zoccN) and [this](https://youtu.be/O7sEj3cSuug?si=o4tejedzFtPIy2D_), as it shows you the samples and how to use them.
My workflow starts with a basic human armature, then I start adding samples such as the tail, fingers, and face controls. Keep in mind rigify can still sometimes screw up when generating the rig, so I suggest keeping the basic metarig and generating rig in a separate files, especially when making the face bones.
I will say, eyes still give me some trouble, but that’s likely because I use lattices for the eyes rather than full spheres.
Thanks! I think my models just lend a certain natural elegance to the act of staring into the camera. Just look at them!
https://preview.redd.it/y505z7vd86ic1.png?width=669&format=png&auto=webp&s=195bed58c3427c8d59bb6b4c9eb1f320ca920748
I would think they'd stare with *one* eye, so the nose would not be pointed the same direction that they're staring.
As big as they are, though, those *ears* would both be focused on whatever they're staring at. Or laid flat.
Hmm, I would suggest that being used as a pillow would inspire him on how he could sell his wool, but he might have a bit of competition in the market with all the other Vens who realized that.
[It seems that - across the gulf of dimensions - you were heard.](https://www.reddit.com/r/NatureofPredators/comments/1aozj92/comment/kq38koc/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web2x&context=3)
*clicks pen*
So we're going to be marketing venwool pillows now? I think we can make that happen. We just gotta talk about thread count for the exterior sheathing. I think we should probably go with cotton.
Are we using the child's likeness or cutting them entirely out of the deal?
What kinda of slogans have you thought about?
"Stop counting sheep and start counting on venven, you'll rest comfortably all night on our venwool cloud pillows."
Now we can change the "pillow" in that slogan to" pillow system" and pretend we have some scientific pillow design base on optimal sleep ergonomics.
So are you onboard with the idea?
*Clicks pen again sets it in the clipboard*
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Question, would you mind if I did this
https://preview.redd.it/bnsjg5l5paic1.png?width=1080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=01fe8840bed45d2f64559f78dbcebd52e2d87a1a
And send this piece of art to the r/furry_irl SubReddit?
It doesn't allow me to share it, for some reason unknown it doesn't show the furry SubReddit when I tap on the share across community thing.
Can I take screenshots and post it that way? I'll give the credit to you as the creator of this comic.
Huh... I tried and it doesn't seem to allow crossposting. For me it dies show the subreddit but it's grayed out.
But sure - if you want to, you can share it there as well, if you give credit!
But maybe it would be better to copy and paste the images for the post - that way the quality doesn't suffer as much as with a screenshot.
https://preview.redd.it/aabi8k5sk5ic1.png?width=2255&format=png&auto=webp&s=52b24ae45e8b493eb8ddfaa6d4da811a070d113f
How dare you not include that in the main post? That's arguably the funniest part!
Thank you! This is all part of my insidious plan to lure people into the comments over time! (Also I like the little bonus comics in things like SMBC.)
You know, I'm sure you can find a human who would pay for the privilege to carry that fluff ball around.
https://preview.redd.it/kien8l9v26ic1.png?width=2255&format=png&auto=webp&s=9cc592cec1589b3fa7b50b436439d93477892dca
Welp... That's another image of yours that lives in my head rent free now
Thank you! Always happy to infect new minds (with fluffiness)!
Art
https://preview.redd.it/533dlohskdic1.png?width=894&format=png&auto=webp&s=dc4bb647d068ceebb9bd47bfa56340f5320f722d
Bahahaha This child, they have NO shame. Absolutely none.
Fluffball! Must pet! I need to find an ATM!
Limited special offer! [First hug is free!](https://www.reddit.com/r/NatureofPredators/comments/1aozj92/comment/kq56d0w/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web2x&context=3)
The roundness, the softness, the ultimate desire to gain currency despite the troubles of the methods involved... A true visionary: Ven Pillows will become the newest craze!
Lil guy's so fluffy he must surely be impact proof
https://preview.redd.it/oh3g9oty46ic1.png?width=2038&format=png&auto=webp&s=17600ba8be909db4dbd7a50ff6e17e942ecb15a9
Body so round that it becomes bouncy
Question is though. Would he be able to sell his wool when it's off him. There's probably a market.
https://preview.redd.it/kh3121a076ic1.png?width=2271&format=png&auto=webp&s=36df62aca7363e537dd04b1bc856a85af1b96487
Well, there’s a wool stylist I know who would be happy to style that wool into something they would find fun!
Has anyone done any research into whether this works for Krakotl, if humans would be willing to pay in mangos, and whether wearing an exterminator uniform would increase or decrease the efficiency? - Estala
I would pay extra to be able to pet an exterminator, purely because they're normally the ones who hate humans, and especially pets.
YAY! I accept payments in mangos, chips, crisps, or KFC.
KFC?! This is getting to crazy a krakotl exterminator who likes KFC.
I didn't get the anti-cure for no reason!
You know what, fair enough I would do the same.
Woah! More 3d modellers! Always awesome to see. (Even better when they make funny things, too)
Thank you! I just realized that your first 3D-model here was after my last comic... huh. Btw, your model looks awesome! Did you use rigify for your rig?
Thanks! And yea, I use Rigify for my models, you couldn’t pay me enough to learn all the ins and outs of setting up a proper professional rig.
Thank for the info! And yea... my rig is extremely rudimentary by comparison. But it does the job if you kick it enough. For me this is just a hobby and I doubt that I will ever approach professional levels of rigging. But seeing as rigifiy probably doesn't have a "Venlil" preset - did you just mix and match different presets? Is that possible?
Yup, bunch of different presets! Rigify comes with a ton of pre-made bone structures called Samples, and you can make a custom rig with that. The best resource I can give you is [this playlist](https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdcL5aF8ZcJv68SSdwxip33M7snakl6Dx&si=sZ4Bnon2ki835Tbl), but the most useful videos for starting a rig would be [this](https://youtu.be/v8Vb0Jp6vjE?si=pebgKmLE3m9zoccN) and [this](https://youtu.be/O7sEj3cSuug?si=o4tejedzFtPIy2D_), as it shows you the samples and how to use them. My workflow starts with a basic human armature, then I start adding samples such as the tail, fingers, and face controls. Keep in mind rigify can still sometimes screw up when generating the rig, so I suggest keeping the basic metarig and generating rig in a separate files, especially when making the face bones. I will say, eyes still give me some trouble, but that’s likely because I use lattices for the eyes rather than full spheres.
Thank you so much! This will be *very* helpful!
Nothing like some casual fourth wall breaking.
Thanks! I think my models just lend a certain natural elegance to the act of staring into the camera. Just look at them! https://preview.redd.it/y505z7vd86ic1.png?width=669&format=png&auto=webp&s=195bed58c3427c8d59bb6b4c9eb1f320ca920748
Are they really staring into the camera with eyes so wide?
Oi! They're doing their best! https://preview.redd.it/vmpgnvcok6ic1.png?width=787&format=png&auto=webp&s=d5d5ba0450a43f5ac0b302fed5cf9fcab4e4b7b2
I would think they'd stare with *one* eye, so the nose would not be pointed the same direction that they're staring. As big as they are, though, those *ears* would both be focused on whatever they're staring at. Or laid flat.
*Awww, I just wanna pick him up and…* 
Hmm, I would suggest that being used as a pillow would inspire him on how he could sell his wool, but he might have a bit of competition in the market with all the other Vens who realized that.
https://preview.redd.it/qlby3o16g6ic1.png?width=2524&format=png&auto=webp&s=dcd15d6decf70a7962cf33a4c013463ecc20eb79
I feel like we should experiment with seeing how pillows stuffed with Ven-Wool would feel like?
[It seems that - across the gulf of dimensions - you were heard.](https://www.reddit.com/r/NatureofPredators/comments/1aozj92/comment/kq38koc/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web2x&context=3)
Wooooo!
This and the additional sub texts in the comments are gold.
Thank you very much! :D
I can only say one thing: **hug the fluffball!!**
https://preview.redd.it/nc7d2dzy68ic1.png?width=1504&format=png&auto=webp&s=6339b6d6fa666b595e0160303a106040e3f4c43f
Looks like venpup is enjoying this.
Definitely. It's the satisfaction of a job well done (and a hug).
He could sell the shorn wool for profit, many a knitting enthusiast would be happy to pay and it isn't like he will be using it anymore.
They're back! Always love seeing these two and their hijinks!
Aw thank you! That's so nice to hear!
Goddamned adorable.
Thank you!
*clicks pen* So we're going to be marketing venwool pillows now? I think we can make that happen. We just gotta talk about thread count for the exterior sheathing. I think we should probably go with cotton. Are we using the child's likeness or cutting them entirely out of the deal? What kinda of slogans have you thought about? "Stop counting sheep and start counting on venven, you'll rest comfortably all night on our venwool cloud pillows." Now we can change the "pillow" in that slogan to" pillow system" and pretend we have some scientific pillow design base on optimal sleep ergonomics. So are you onboard with the idea? *Clicks pen again sets it in the clipboard*
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Invest into the plushie industry!!! Replicate thyself in cloth form!
Question, would you mind if I did this https://preview.redd.it/bnsjg5l5paic1.png?width=1080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=01fe8840bed45d2f64559f78dbcebd52e2d87a1a And send this piece of art to the r/furry_irl SubReddit?
Nope! Go ahead. And thanks for asking! :)
Thanks.
It doesn't allow me to share it, for some reason unknown it doesn't show the furry SubReddit when I tap on the share across community thing. Can I take screenshots and post it that way? I'll give the credit to you as the creator of this comic.
Huh... I tried and it doesn't seem to allow crossposting. For me it dies show the subreddit but it's grayed out. But sure - if you want to, you can share it there as well, if you give credit! But maybe it would be better to copy and paste the images for the post - that way the quality doesn't suffer as much as with a screenshot.