Action Figure Energy Burst / Impact Effect (Modular Peg Base)

Description

These energy burst / impact effects are designed to add dynamic action to figure displays, dioramas, and toy photography.

They’re inspired by the classic comic and cartoon style “impact burst” effects seen in superhero shows and anime — perfect for showing punches landing, energy blasts hitting, or characters powering up.

The burst effect mounts into a small display base using a peg system so the pieces can be printed separately and assembled after printing.

Great uses include:

• Action figure punch or blast effects

• Superhero impact effects

• Anime / comic style power bursts

• Diorama battle scenes

• Toy photography

• Tabletop miniature effects

The silhouettes were generated using a procedural OpenSCAD script, meaning each burst has a slightly unique shape while maintaining a consistent base system.

Features

• Multiple burst silhouettes included

• Separate base and burst for easier printing

• Peg system for quick assembly

• Flat base for stable display

• Designed for resin or FDM printing

• Stylized comic/anime energy burst look

Assembly

The burst inserts into the base using a peg system.

A small amount of clearance is built into the socket for easier fitting, but depending on your printer you may want to:

• lightly sand the peg

• add a small drop of glue for permanent assembly

Scaling

The models can be scaled to suit different figure sizes.

Good starting points:

• 100% – 6–7 inch figures (Marvel Legends, SH Figuarts, etc.)

• 75% – 4 inch figures

• 50% – tabletop miniatures

Customization

These were generated with an OpenSCAD script that allows for:

• random burst shapes

• multiple peg styles

• adjustable burst size

• customizable base

If there’s interest I may upload the generator script in the future.