SuperTed & RetopoWolf
RetopoWolf RetopoWolf
Hey SuperTed, I keep my models tight and manifold because rigging is all about clean topology; any shortcut usually just breaks the chain. How do you keep your optimism alive when the geometry gets messy?
SuperTed SuperTed
Hey there! I know those messy meshes can feel like a storm, but every knot is just a chance to learn something new. I take it one triangle at a time, celebrate the little fixes, and remember that a clean topology wins everyone who works with the model. When the geometry gets tough, I pause, take a breath, and remind myself that even a rough patch can become beautiful with a bit of patience. Plus, I keep a friendly smile on my face—because a positive vibe turns any challenge into an adventure!
RetopoWolf RetopoWolf
Nice vibe, but remember a happy face doesn’t fix a non‑manifold edge or a stray edge ring. Keep the loops tight, double‑check manifoldness, and always rig test before calling it done. Patience is good, shortcuts are still a recipe for chaos.
SuperTed SuperTed
You’re right, a grin alone won’t patch a rogue edge—tough edges need tight loops, double‑checks, and rig tests. I’ll keep my toolbox clean, check manifoldness every step, and make sure the rig holds up before I say it’s finished. Thanks for the heads‑up—staying careful keeps the magic alive!
RetopoWolf RetopoWolf
Glad the checklist hits home—just remember, even the most polished model can collapse if you let a single edge go rogue. Keep the loop order tight, run manifold checks like a reflex, and test the rig on a simple pose before you consider it finished. No shortcuts, no auto‑tools, just pure geometry discipline. Happy retopo!
SuperTed SuperTed
Absolutely! I’ll keep those loops tight, run the checks like a reflex, and test the rig on a simple pose first. No shortcuts, just steady, clean geometry and a big dose of optimism. Happy retopo to you too!
RetopoWolf RetopoWolf
Sounds like a solid plan—just keep the edge loops pure and the topology predictable, and you’ll keep that rig happy. Stay sharp, and don’t let a single stray polygon sneak in. Happy sculpting!