31 May 2010

XATU & NATU


178 / XATU - Pokémon Papercraft
Name:
Xatu
Type: Psychic / Flying
Species: Mystic Pokémon
Height: 1.49 m (4′11″)
Weight: 15.0 kg (33.1 lbs.)
Interesting Facts: Xatu is said to be able to foretell the future with a high degree of accuracy, but it is unknown whether its prophecies are correct. Xatu, along with three Natu, was used to signal the start of a Water Pokémon race in the movie Pokémon Heroes. It evolves from Natu starting at level 25.
THE PAPER MODEL
Height: 20.5 cm/8.1 in
Width: 27.0 cm/ 10.6 in
Depth: 21.2 cm/8.3 in
No. of Pages: 5 (A4)/6 (Letter)
No. of Pieces: 41 (A4)/42 (Letter)
Level: Easy
Designer: Brandon
Photo: Brandon

NOTES: Build from the head down, closing at the bottom of the body. Glue on legs to the main piece when built. Attach wings, beak, and streamers to the body as soon as possible.

Download: A4 / Letter



177 / NATU V2 - Pokémon Papercraft

Name: Natu
Type: Psychic / Flying
Species: Tiny Bird Pokémon
Height: 0.2 m (0′08″)
Weight: 4.4 kg (2.0 lbs.)
Interesting Facts: Natu is a tiny, mostly green bird Pokémon with a nearly spherical body, and with accentuations of red, yellow and black along with its main coloration. It possesses brightly colored, yellow-and-red wings with thick black stripes. The wings are small and not fully grown, thus making it unable to fly. Natu has a red crest on the top of its head, and its three-toed feet and three tail feathers are also red. Natu also has almond-shaped eyes and a yellow beak.

THE PAPER MODEL
Height: 10.5 cm/4.1 in
Width: 8.7 cm/ 3.4 in
Depth: 11.4 cm/4.5 in
No. of Pages: 2
No. of Pieces: 23
Level: Easy
Designer: Brandon
Photo: Brandon

NOTES: Really simple, straightforward. In scale with Xatu as well. Note that the three little tail feathers are on the top of the second page, and each is a single piece. Attach them by the flat end that is at the center of each piece. The feet are just below them, each one is 3 pieces at the bottom of the second page.

Download:
A4 / Letter




Natu v1

24 May 2010

ESPEON


196 / ESPEON - Pokémon Papercraft
Name:
Espeon
Type: Psychic
Species: Sun Pokémon
Height: 0.9 m (2′11″)
Weight: 26.5 kg (58.4 lbs.)
Interesting Facts: Espeon are very loyal to their trainers and will protect them from harm. They enjoy basking in full sunlight. They are also able to read air currents allowing it to predict the future as well as its opponents' next moves. It evolves from Eevee via Happiness during the day, or when around a Sun Shard.

THE PAPER MODEL
Height: 15 cm/5.9 in
Width: 12.6 cm/ 5 in
Depth: 15.6 cm/6.1 in
No. of Pages: 3
No. of Pieces: 43
Level: Medium
Designer: Brandon
Photo: Brandon
NOTES: Build from the head to tail, closing at the bottom of the back feet. Just take your time with the smaller parts (feet and especially whiskers) and it should be a fairly easy build. Build the tail from the split end to the base of it, attaching to the body whenever possible.

Download:
A4 / Letter

17 May 2010

CRAWDAUNT

342 / CRAWDAUNT - Pokémon Papercraft
Name:
Crawdaunt
Type: Water / Dark
Species: Rogue Pokémon
Height: 1.09 m (3′07″)
Weight: 159.2 kg (72.3 lbs.)
Interesting Facts: Crawdaunt are extremely aggressive Pokémon that will bully others enough to drive them away from their homes, exhibiting behavior similar to Whiscash.Its nature also means that Crawdaunt is prone to challenge other living things to battle, and it loves to do so. Crawdaunt molts its shell regularly, and immidiately after its shell is soft and tender. Until the shell hardens, Crawdaunt hides in its streambed burrow to avoid attack from its foes. It evolves from Corphish starting at level 30.

THE PAPER MODEL
Height: 25 cm/9.8 in
Width: 22.2 cm/ 8.7 in
Depth: 30.4 cm/12 in
No. of Pages: 6
No. of Pieces: 54
Level: Medium
Designer: Brandon
Photo: Brandon
NOTES: Just build the top and bottom separately, closing each piece at the middle. After both are built, end by connecting them. Attach the star to the forehead whenever possible. Build the legs before completing the bottom section of the body, and put them into the space before attaching the ring labeled B3.

Download: A4 / Letter

14 May 2010

Happy Birthday, PK!


Happy Birthday PK, from the whole gang! :D

(and cake recipe is in the comments :P )

SEEDOT

273 / SEEDOT - Pokémon Papercraft
Name:
Seedot
Type: Grass
Species: Acorn Pokémon
Height: 0.5 m (1′08″)
Weight: 4.0 kg (8.8 lbs.)
Interesting Facts: Seedot, the Acorn Pokémon. Seedot resembles an acorn when hanging by its head from branches. It jumps down suddenly to the surprise of passersby. Seedot attaches itself to a tree branch using the top of its head. It sucks moisture from the tree while hanging off the branch. The more water it drinks, the glossier this Pokémon's body becomes.

THE PAPER MODEL
Height: 10.8 cm/4.3 in
Width: 8.7 cm/ 3.4 in
Depth: 8.8 cm/3.5 in
No. of Pages: 2
No. of Pieces: 22
Level: Easy
Designer: PMF
Photo: Brandon
NOTES: Build the hat, attach the stem. After that, build the body and glue to the hat. Build the feet and plop them on, and that's it. Very direct and simple build.

Download: A4 / Letter

10 May 2010

DRAGONAIR V2 (Chinese New Year 2012)


148 / DRAGONAIR V2 - Pokémon Papercraft
Name: Dragonair
Type: Dragon
Species: Dragon Pokémon
Height: 13′01″ (4.0m)
Weight: 36.4 lbs. (16.5kg)
Interesting Facts: Dragonair are docile Pokémon that give out a gentle aura that can be felt by people nearby. Although shy and protective of their habitat, they are also very powerful dragon Pokémon. Dragonair have the ability to shed their skin, ridding their bodies of unwanted ailments. Dragonair are rare Pokémon that often inhabit lakes and seas. The best places to look for one might be Kanto Safari Zone, Dragon's Den, and Mt. Coronet. Although it has been mentioned that it has the ability to fly, Dragonair is unable to use the HM Fly, or any other Flying-type moves for that matter. It evolves from Dratini starting at level 30, and evolves into Dragonite starting at level 55.

THE PAPER MODEL
Height: 19.0 cm/7.5 in
Width: 18.9 cm/7.4 in
Depth: 12.1 cm/ 4.8 in
No. of Pages: 4
No. of Pieces: 37
Level: Medium
Designer: POdragon
Photo: Skelekitty
NOTES:
Start at the head and close at the tail by attaching the last two pieces of the tail to the last ball on it's tail. You will need to add a small counter weight into it's belly (piece no. 24) to stop it from rolling onto it's face. Tweezers are essential for this model as some parts are so thin and fiddly. Build following the numbers.

Download: A4 / Letter A4 / Letter

07 May 2010

ROSELIA (Happy Mother's Day)


315 / ROSELIA - Pokémon Papercraft
Name:
Roselia
Type: Grass / Poison
Species: Thorn Pokémon
Height: 0.30 m (1′00″)
Weight: 2.0 kg (4.4 lbs.)
Interesting Facts: Roselia's aroma can bring serenity, but the thorns on its head contain a vicious poison. Roselia usually drink nutrient-rich spring water. Since Roselia is a plant-based Pokémon, it also nourishes itself through photosynthesis. It evolves from Budew via happiness during the daytime, and evolves into Roserade when exposed to radiation from a Shiny Stone.

THE PAPER MODEL
Height: 18.9 cm/7.5 in
Width: 32.8 cm/ 12.9 in
Depth: 20.0 cm/7.9 in
No. of Pages: 7
No. of Pieces: 35
Level: Medium/Hard
Designer: Brandon
Photo: Skelekitty
NOTES: Start at the head, and work your way down the body, closing the model at a leg by wrapping the tab faces around, one by one. With regards to the arms, build the roses first and then add the arms on, from hand to shoulder, then attach it. With the additional weight of the roses in mind, we recommend that you insert a length of scrap paper (rolled up tightly) into the arm cavity for added support at the elbow joint, and then glue a small square of scrap paper over the shoulder-arm connection tabs to ensure that the arms stay attached to the body.

Depending on your own skill level, you can choose between a simplified rose or the original version (see picture), but be aware that the latter is very tricky, and requires some thought and a little paper manipulation! Brandon suggested that an alternative would be to use the Kawasaki origami rose instead of the supplied papercraft versions. A base has also been included in the pack and is recommended as this model is not designed to stand independently.

Download: A4 / Letter

03 May 2010

ZANGOOSE


335 / ZANGOOSE - Pokémon Papercraft
Name:
Zangoose
Type: Normal
Species: Cat Ferret Pokémon
Height: 1.3 m (4′03″)
Weight: 40.3 kg (88.8 lbs.)
Interesting Facts: Zangoose's Immunity ability makes it immune to poison. This is possibly an adaptation that was developed over time to deal with the fangs and tail of its nemesis, Seviper since it is suggested this rivalry has lasted for ages. It will usually walk on all fours but when angry it will stand on its hind legs.

THE PAPER MODEL
Height: 18.0 cm/7.1 in
Width: 10.1 cm/ 4 in
Depth: 26.8 cm/10.6 in
No. of Pages: 5
No. of Pieces: 46
Level: Medium
Designer: PMF
Photo: Brandon
NOTES: Pretty simple, straightforward build. Start at the head, attaching the small spikes on the shoulders when able, followed directly by the arms. Attach tail before starting on legs, then start at the top of the legs and close at the bottom of the foot.

Download: A4 / Letter