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Cadian Cosplay Group at DragonCon #warhammer40k #warhammercommunity #3dprinting

by SKS Props

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Difficulty
Intermediate
Length
0:21
Views
14,124
Published
May 2026

What this video covers

SKS Props previews an ongoing Warhammer 40K Cadian Imperial Guard group cosplay project being assembled for DragonCon, teasing free STL files and foam templates for a lasrifle, laspistol, and frag grenades. A full multi-part tutorial series is planned, with Part 1 already available covering upper-body armor including chest, shoulders, and forearms. The creator shares links to free downloadable foam templates and 3D-printable STL files for key armor components. Future installments will address lower-body armor, painting, and weapons builds.

Key takeaways

  • Free EVA foam templates and STL files will be provided for the full Cadian armor set
  • Part 1 of the tutorial series focuses on upper-body armor: chest, shoulders, and forearms
  • 3D-printed components such as the helmet, shoulder armor, and strap covers complement the foam build
  • The group is recruiting community members to build their own suits and join them at DragonCon
  • PDF templates must be opened in Adobe Acrobat and printed using the 'Poster' setting for correct scaling

Who this is for

Warhammer 40K fans and cosplay builders of any experience level who want to construct screen-accurate Cadian Imperial Guard armor using EVA foam and 3D printing for group events like DragonCon.

Tools mentioned

  • 3D printer
  • Adobe Acrobat / Adobe Reader

Materials mentioned

  • EVA foam
  • BDU soft goods
  • 1.5-inch black straps and buckles
  • 3D printed STL parts

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