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Popsculpture
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May 18, 2017
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Arm Movement Help

  • May 18, 2017
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I made a new Prop and I think i know why my arm doesn't move right anymore. I'm pretty sure it's because the prop overlaps the joint a bit... See attached video for examples.

Thanks!

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    Correct answer oksamurai

    This is a known issue that we're working on solving - more control over elbow bends. I've found that experimenting with four things, even with minor differences, can have helpful effects sometimes - draggable handle placement, stick length and angle, staple placement w/ attach style, and artwork edits like Jeff mentioned.

    Either that or Mjölnir is too heavy for you and you're not worthy.

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    PopsculptureAuthor
    Participant
    May 18, 2017

    I changed the angle and even went as far as to make the handle and head of Mjölnir separate layers so they don't cross the joint. The movement improved, now i'm getting weird rubbery or expanding/twisting layers. Honestly I probably just need to take a short break to clear my head and look at it with fresh eyes lol. Thank you!

    oksamurai
    oksamurai
    Legend
    May 19, 2017

    If you're still running into issues feel free to share here or DM me your .puppet file (File > Export > Puppet) via a shared link on Google Drive, Dropbox, or Creative Cloud to take a closer look. At the very least it would be a helpful example of a problem we're working on fixing for the future.

      PopsculptureAuthor
      Participant
      May 20, 2017

      I'll DM you a link; I'm getting a weird expanding effect of my props...

      oksamurai
      oksamuraiCorrect answer
      Legend
      May 18, 2017

      This is a known issue that we're working on solving - more control over elbow bends. I've found that experimenting with four things, even with minor differences, can have helpful effects sometimes - draggable handle placement, stick length and angle, staple placement w/ attach style, and artwork edits like Jeff mentioned.

      Either that or Mjölnir is too heavy for you and you're not worthy.

        PopsculptureAuthor
        Participant
        May 18, 2017

        oksamurai  wrote

        ...

        Either that or Mjölnir is too heavy for you and you're not worthy.

        I considered that... Then quickly dismissed it as any lingering doubt would ultimately lead to that conclusion! But all that other stuff sounds spot on; I'll give it a try. Thanks!

        Jeff Almasol
        Adobe Employee
        Jeff Almasol
        Adobe Employee
        May 18, 2017

        In the artwork file, if the arm is straight at the elbow, try adding a slight bend. That might help guide Character to warp it in the intended direction.

          PopsculptureAuthor
          Participant
          May 18, 2017

          Okay i'll give that a tweak. I appreciate the response.

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