Origami Ryujin 3.5 Tutorial

Folding the Ryujin 3.5 , designed by Satoshi Kamiya, is widely considered the ultimate test of an origami artist's skill and patience. Since no official step-by-step diagrams exist for the entire model, folders must rely on the Crease Pattern (CP) and community-made video tutorials. Tutorial Overview & Quality The most reputable guides, such as those by FearlessFlourish Daniel Brown

Pre-Creasing: Establishing the grid and the "long lines" required for the scales and transition units. origami ryujin 3.5 tutorial

1. Make the Grid (Hours 1-4)
2. Collapse the Base (Hours 4-6) Warning: High frustration.
3. Locate the Head (Hour 6) – Do not finish it yet.
4. Shape the Tail (Hour 7) – Easy win to boost morale.
5. Shape the Body Spikes (Hours 8-15) – Watch TV while doing this.
6. Shape the Legs (Hours 15-18)
7. Finalize the Head (Horns & Mane) (Hours 18-20)
8. Curve the Body (Hour 20) – Using wet-folding techniques to arch the back.

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