{"product_id":"blotch-darkwater-battle-yak","title":"Blotch Darkwater by Battle Yak | Heroic Scale Resin Printed Miniature (68mm Tall)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBlotch Darkwater – Honcho of the Thrashfin Sharkzerkers, with His Sharkhound and a Wrecked Boat Stand\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlotch Darkwater is a mighty makoragh leader, honcho of the Thrashfin Sharkzerkers. A skilled hunter of oceanic beasts, Blotch has slain some of the fiercest and most terrible monsters of the many seas. Alongside his frenzy of trained sharkhounds, Blotch is always on the hunt for new challenges. \u003cstrong\u003eBlotch Darkwater\u003c\/strong\u003e by Battle Yak Miniatures is the Epic Hero of the Sharkzerkers range, sculpted to celebrate the 4th anniversary of the launch of Battle Yak Miniatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe stands on the deck of a broken boat riding a breaking wave, one foot up on the bench, his fishhook spear in his left hand and a grinning sharkhound braced on the waves beside him. One hero. One hound. One big stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set includes the Blotch Darkwater modular sculpt, one Sharkhound sculpt, the Fishhook modular weapon (with standalone variant), and the multi-part sculpted character stand. We print all of it. About \u003cstrong\u003e68 mm from the soles to the top of the head crest\u003c\/strong\u003e, and about \u003cstrong\u003e95 mm tall overall\u003c\/strong\u003e standing on the boat. Single hero model. Both Tabletop and Display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Fishhook – Two Versions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlotch's left forearm ends in a bracer with no hand. The fishhook comes two ways, and both are in the kit:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFishhook (modular)\u003c\/strong\u003e – the long hooked spear with rope, hanging fish, and twin chain hooks, gripped in Blotch's hand. The hand plugs into his left bracer. This is the version on the turntable\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFishhook (standalone)\u003c\/strong\u003e – the same hook and shaft with no hand attached\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Sharkhound\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA four-legged shark beast with a dorsal fin, a forked tail, a mouthful of teeth and its tongue hanging out. It stands on the waves at the back of the boat, beside Blotch. Separate sculpt, glued in place on the stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Boat Stand\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe character stand is a base topper and platform in four pieces: two halves of a wrecked boat on a crest of sharp, breaking waves (they join down the keel), the bench and cross-beam that sits on the deck, and the bowsprit spar that slots into the bow. Blotch stands on the deck and the bench; the Sharkhound stands on the waves. The stand covers about 85 x 93 mm on the table, and the bowsprit pushes the whole diorama to about 123 mm long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Our Resin Prints?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndustrial-Grade Printing with High-Detail PVC-Like Resin\u003c\/strong\u003e – Hammerhead crest, rope, tentacles, teeth, and wood grain with virtually invisible layer lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDurable \u0026amp; Tough as Nails\u003c\/strong\u003e – High-detail PVC-like resin resists cracking, breaking, and drop damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete diorama\u003c\/strong\u003e – Blotch, the Sharkhound, both fishhook versions, and all four pieces of the boat stand\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReady-to-Paint Out of the Box\u003c\/strong\u003e – Cleaned, cured, and support-stripped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA warlord or boss model for fantasy warbands and RPGs with a sea or coastal theme\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSharkzerkers collectors, leading the Sharkzerker Hammerhead and the Sharkzerker Warrior Pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePainters who want a centrepiece: rope, teeth, wet wood, white water, and a hound with its tongue out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details \u0026amp; Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOne Blotch Darkwater miniature, 3D resin printed – choose Tabletop or Display quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOne Sharkhound\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBoth fishhook versions: modular (with Blotch's hand) and standalone\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe multi-part character stand: two boat-and-wave halves, the bench, and the bowsprit\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSecure, protective packaging to ensure safe arrival\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eArtist\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned by Battle Yak Miniatures – independent studio (Sharkzerkers Epic Hero, published March 2024). Support the designer here:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.myminifactory.com\/users\/BattleYak\"\u003eMyMiniFactory Profile\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.myminifactory.com\/object\/3d-print-blotch-darkwater-sharkzerkers-epic-hero-366843\"\u003eBlotch Darkwater on MyMiniFactory\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.myminifactory.com\/users\/BattleYak?show=tribe\"\u003eBattle Yak Tribe\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.patreon.com\/BattleYakMiniatures\"\u003ePatreon\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSize\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately 68 mm from the soles of the feet to the top of the head crest. Assembled on the boat stand with the fishhook and the Sharkhound, the diorama is about 95 mm tall, covers about 85 x 93 mm at the bottom, and is about 123 mm long including the bowsprit. Heroic scale. Models over 50 mm may be hollowed internally for print quality, reduced weight, and more affordable pricing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrint Quality Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the perfect resolution for your needs with our high-resolution 3D resin print options. Layer height determines detail and finish: lower microns mean thinner layers for smoother surfaces and finer details, but longer print times and slightly reduced durability. Higher microns balance speed, strength, and cost while maintaining excellent quality for gameplay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTabletop Quality (50 microns)\u003c\/strong\u003e – Ideal for durable, high-resolution 3D resin prints perfect for wargaming and RPGs. Offers sharp details, robust flexibility, and minimal visible layers—great for minis that see real table action without fragility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay Quality (30 microns)\u003c\/strong\u003e – Premium option for ultra-fine, high-resolution 3D resin prints with superior smoothness and intricate details. Best for painting contests, dioramas, or shelf display where maximum visual impact matters most.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSingle hero model: Blotch Darkwater, with the Sharkhound, two fishhook versions, and a four-piece boat stand\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eScale: heroic; about 68 mm feet to head crest; about 95 mm tall overall on the stand\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaterial: High-detail PVC-like resin printed on industrial-grade printers for minimal layer lines and resistance to cracking, breaking, and drop damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFinish: Unpainted, ready for priming and painting\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eItem weight: approximately 184 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProcessing: We remove around 95% of supports during post-print cleanup, but some may remain to protect delicate parts during shipping or prevent model damage. Models will require sanding (for any minor marks), assembly (if multipart), and painting by the customer—use super glue for assembly (not plastic cement).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShipping: Print on demand. Ships worldwide from Salt Lake City, UT; tracking provided. Typical printing and processing time is 4 weeks (made to order; may vary slightly for large\/custom orders).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesigner: Battle Yak Miniatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility Note\u003c\/strong\u003e: This miniature is an independent artist creation. It is not designed, produced, endorsed, licensed, or affiliated with Games Workshop, Wizards of the Coast, Dungeons \u0026amp; Dragons, or any other third-party company. It is sold for personal, non-commercial use only and is fully compliant with applicable US copyright and trademark laws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paint Blotch, the hound, and the stand as separate pieces, then glue them down. Glue the two boat halves together first and fill the keel seam before priming. Keep the hide a cold grey-green to match the rest of the Sharkzerkers, and push white into the wave tips so the water reads from across the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLevel Up Your Collection Today\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-printed with precision—print on demand from Salt Lake City. One honcho. One hound. One wrecked boat on a breaking wave. The Thrashfin Sharkzerkers have a leader.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Mega Diamonds \u0026 Schwartzreiter Mini Forge","offers":[{"title":"Tabletop Quality (50 microns)","offer_id":50705854464186,"sku":"RES-BLO-TAB-462","price":50.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Display Quality (30 microns)","offer_id":50705854628026,"sku":"RES-BLO-DIS-950","price":61.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0712\/7741\/2538\/files\/blotch-darkwater-01-main.jpg?v=1791577652","url":"https:\/\/schwartzreiter.com\/fr\/products\/blotch-darkwater-battle-yak","provider":"Schwartz Reiter Mini Forge (Mega Diamonds LLC)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}