Life Counters that I have made;
On the plains, the symbol rotates with the wheel.
The Platinum Angel I had to make the custom card with Gimp (free photoshop)
The White Knight / Black Knight was easily made by cutting them both in half at the same time. Just turn the second card backwards and upside down
Tools and supplies I used;
Eyelets (like rivets just thinner)
Eyelet hammer
Super Glue
Exacto Knife
and Printer = )
I would like to know how you made the bead counters, if anyone is willing to share.
What gauge wire did you use for the bead counters? Where did you get the wire. How many cards did you use. I have been thinking of doing this using some foam board (Poster board) but am not sure that it would be stiff enough thoughts?
Started this a few weeks ago, before I saw the other 3d cancel posted earlier but mines a life counter anyway. My first 3d card and life counter, ALL IN ONE! Let me know what you think!
Black stuff at the bottom is just excess spray adhesive, since picture taken it has been rubbed off
What do 3d life counters usually sell for around shops you play at? PM me or post on here. Just wondering a general range in case people make me offers. I'm thinking $25 would be nice because I had to buy all materials, at least a few hours labor AND that would cover my PTQ next week
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So much time, energy, love, and money for.. cardboard. It's a love-hate relationship.
Well here's a shot i took at 3d life counters. Alot of my friends want them now.... Its hard to see because its a scan from dead on instead of a picture at an angle. The frame is raised up. Then under that there is a mound of crap right in the bottom right corner. Then the tree is on its own layer. Than the big dune looking thing behind it. Then finally the background behind the tree and the dune. The number wheel goes up to 9 on the left side and from 0-9 on the right so it can go up to 99 life. If any one is interested I went at least 2 layers of cards between every layer that you see. I found that 2-3 layers between each layer that you see is a good amount to give you the look you want.
EDIT: Haha, I'm still looking for the foil version of this bad boy to add on as the very top more layer. It's just going to be the frame in foil.
I don't think there is a tutorial. Just grab about 6-7 copies of a card you like and hollow it out one layer at a time.
I recently made a life counter for my EDH general Rhys the Redeemed. it keeps track of how many times my general has returned to his RFG spot and also how much damage he has dealt to my opponent and of course my life total.
I don't think there is a tutorial. Just grab about 6-7 copies of a card you like and hollow it out one layer at a time.
I recently made a life counter for my EDH general Rhys the Redeemed. it keeps track of how many times my general has returned to his RFG spot and also how much damage he has dealt to my opponent and of course my life total.
This, sir, is completely bad ass. I have a 3D life counter that I made that goes up to 99 that i use for EDH and 2 headed giant but this is definitely something that i have to look into making.
So, I feel like I remember someone designing a wheel-style counter with the window where the P/T box of a creature card is. Does anyone have the PSDs/diagrams for that design style? I want to make a walker loyalty counter with the current loyalty where the bottom-right loyalty badge is.
this is so awesome thanks can wait for the professional printing shop to open i dont want to print it on my home computer. because it may not do the awesome artwork justice
Where did yall find the actual plastic dials and eyelet sets to make these with? Where any of the plastic dials something where they could have more customized info on them?
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And secret tears still flow
What it meant to lose you
No on will ever know
To mourn for you no more
To remember all the happy times
Life still has much in store
We pledge to you today
A hallowed place within our hearts
Is where you’ll always stay
On the plains, the symbol rotates with the wheel.
The Platinum Angel I had to make the custom card with Gimp (free photoshop)
The White Knight / Black Knight was easily made by cutting them both in half at the same time. Just turn the second card backwards and upside down
Tools and supplies I used;
Eyelets (like rivets just thinner)
Eyelet hammer
Super Glue
Exacto Knife
and Printer = )
I would like to know how you made the bead counters, if anyone is willing to share.
Black stuff at the bottom is just excess spray adhesive, since picture taken it has been rubbed off
What do 3d life counters usually sell for around shops you play at? PM me or post on here. Just wondering a general range in case people make me offers. I'm thinking $25 would be nice because I had to buy all materials, at least a few hours labor AND that would cover my PTQ next week
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EDH
UGFun With MomirGU
BRGKarrthus DragonsGRB
UThe Deck That Steals ThingsU
WUBRGHorde of Notions PowerGRBUW
EDIT AGAIN: one of the 1st post life counters would look AWESOME with Gomazoa i found a nice medium - high res pick here
better res http://www.wizards.com/mtg/images/daily/arcana/289_gomazoa.jpg
ONE MORE EDIT: I made one <3 it is not as nice as the one on the 1st page, and it is black and white, but it is still pretty cool, and free!
RU Owling Mine (Runeflare Trap) RU
Recent FNM's
3-1 2nd
2-0 drop (Yeah, that is 2 wins and a drop...)
3-1 3rd
EDIT: Haha, I'm still looking for the foil version of this bad boy to add on as the very top more layer. It's just going to be the frame in foil.
UW People Blade (Testing)
UB UB Control (Playing)
UW UW Delver (Playing)
Legacy
BUW
Ad Nauseam TendrilsUW
StonebladeEDH
UWB Sharuum the Hegemon (Building)
B Skithiryx, the Blight Dragon (Building)
RGW Uril, the Miststalker (Playing)
Casual
UWG
Ally MillGWB
TreefolkUW Jacerator
I recently made a life counter for my EDH general Rhys the Redeemed. it keeps track of how many times my general has returned to his RFG spot and also how much damage he has dealt to my opponent and of course my life total.
This, sir, is completely bad ass. I have a 3D life counter that I made that goes up to 99 that i use for EDH and 2 headed giant but this is definitely something that i have to look into making.
I am working on a Royal Assassin and M11 Mind Control 3d counter with a similar life wheel.
Dude... please. whats so difficult about getting Glue, Pins, Paper and putting it all together?
All you have to do is brake apart the object and youll see its fairly easy to make.
I like the craftsmanship used in a lot of these, very nice and clean. Im working on some stuff once my craft stuff comes in. Ill post pics up later.
That's a very interesting idea for a Planeswalker actually. I don't think I'd do it to an expensive one though.
EDIT: I mean the counter thing, not the custom design.
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