The Nexus-Vault.

The Nexus-Vault (TNV) by John King-Visser

Modular Miniature Display System & The DM's Tactical Companion

Designed in FreeCAD | Magnetic & Mechanical Expansion | Optimized for Rapid PLA+

Why the Nexus-Vault?

Standard display cases are often "one size fits all." The Nexus-Vault (TNV) changes that. With an inner workspace of 190.1mm x 190.1mm, you can swap insets to fit everything from a tiny familiar to a massive boss monster.

One System. Four Master Modes:

• THE GALLERY WALL: Use 45, 90, and 135-degree corners to wrap your collection around walls.

• THE DM'S COMMAND CENTER: Use the DM-Screen Mount to lift your minis off the table and organize your session.

• THE PORTABLE VAULT: Lock two frames face-to-face using 90-degree corners to create a secure carry case.

• THE DICE TRAY: The 47mm frame depth makes for a perfect, heavy-duty tabletop dice tray.

Key Features & Sizing

• The Celestial Insets: Quarter-Divider layouts with interchangeable Sun and Moon backplates.

• Storage-First Design: Includes specialized Cube Containers (with lids), Open Containers, and Drawers for dice and stat cards.

• Display Versatility: Use the cubes without insets to maximize space for larger creations.

Internal Space Guide (No Inset):

• Small Cube: 60 x 60 x 45mm (Standard Heroes)

• Quat Cube: 92.4 x 92.4 x 45mm (Bosses/Mounts)

• Long Cube: 60 x 125 x 45mm (Beasts/Terrain)

• Large Cube: 125 x 125 x 45mm (Gargantuan Units)

A NOTE FROM THE DESIGNER: WHY THE NEXUS-VAULT IS FREE

Life is expensive enough. Between the cost of books, miniatures, and hobby supplies, our "Soul Space" is often hidden behind a paywall. I designed the Nexus-Vault because I believe everyone deserves a beautiful way to display their stories, regardless of their budget.

This project is a gift to the community. However, "Free for the Community" does not mean "Free to Steal." I have put my soul into the engineering and testing of these 30+ files. By downloading this, you agree to the CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 License:

1. ATTRIBUTION: You must credit John King-Visser as the designer.

2. NON-COMMERCIAL: You may NOT sell these files or physical prints.

3. SHARE-ALIKE: If you remix or change this, you must share it under this same license.

Print Settings & Hardware

Tested on Flashforge Adventurer 5M

• MATERIAL: Rapid PLA+ recommended.

• FRAME/DIVIDERS: Print flat on bed. Support-free.

• SUN/MOON PLATES: Print FACE-DOWN on a textured bed for a professional finish.

• DRAWERS: Bottom-down. Minimal tree supports for knobs.

• MAGNETS: Sized for 8mm x 3mm circular magnets.

• ADHESIVE: A drop of superglue in the ports (check polarity first!).

Remixes & Community

I encourage remix culture! If you create a new divider or a themed backplate, please post it as a "Remix" of this model.

• WHAT'S NEXT?: I am currently working on the next File.

• FEEDBACK: Have a specific grid size or theme idea? Let me know in the comments!

• POST A MAKE: Seeing your painted minis in the Vault is the best reward for my work.

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Designed with passion in FreeCAD by John King-Visser.