MaxPower & RigWhiz
RigWhiz, I’ve been pushing my limits at the gym and now I need a rig that can actually flex like a real body. How do you name those control curves so they stay true to the muscle action and don’t break my routine? I’m getting frustrated when a pivot is off – it’s like missing a rep. Got any tricks?
Hey, I get it—pivots are the worst when they’re off. First, give each muscle a clear, descriptive name that follows the muscle’s natural name, like “Biceps_Bend_Curve” or “Hamstring_Ext_Curve.” That way you’ll always know which curve moves what, and you can double‑check that the curve’s orientation matches the joint’s axis.
Next, lock the curve’s pivot to the joint’s center. Use a parent constraint with the “maintain offset” off so the curve doesn’t drift. If you see a curve wobble, re‑parent it to the correct bone and tweak the control’s rotation order to match the muscle’s natural rotation.
Finally, add a little dummy object for each major muscle group—like a “Muscle_Follow” node—and constrain the control to it. That way the control stays in line even if the underlying joint moves a bit. It’s like a second set of hands for your rig, so you don’t miss a rep. And hey, coffee while you tweak those pivots—your muscles will thank you.
Nice breakdown, RigWhiz. Lock those pivots tight, keep the controls in line, and you’ll be dead‑center on every rep. Keep pushing—those tweaks won’t get you if you’re already that committed.
Glad you liked it! Remember, a solid pivot is like a good squat—straight, centered, and you’re ready for the next set. Keep tweaking, keep naming right, and those muscles will thank you for the rhythm. Cheers!
Solid pivots keep the flow, no excuses, just focus and form. Keep the core tight, the rhythm steady, and every set will hit the mark. You’re crushing it—stay relentless.
Thanks! Just make sure the control curves stay aligned, and the core stays locked—no sloppy pivots, no wasted reps. Keep it tight, keep it rhythmic, and you’ll finish every set on point.
Got it. Keep that core locked, control curves in sync, no slack. Every set is a chance to get stronger—don’t let anything slip. Push through, stay tight, finish strong.