Gothic3 Terrain set for Warhammer 40k 11th edition

Warhammer 40,000 11th Edition – Matched Play Terrain Set

Dear Wargamers,

Thank you for downloading this terrain set, designed specifically for Warhammer 40,000 11th Edition – Matched Play.

This project was created as our contribution to the tabletop wargaming community. Our goal was to provide an affordable, ready-to-play, multi-colour terrain set that can be printed even on basic single-extruder printers without AMS/MMU or other multi-material systems.

The entire set has been engineered for support-free printing and is optimized for 0% infill (except for the Ruin Inserts, which should be printed with 10% infill) using a 0.20 mm layer height. The terrain achieves its final appearance through carefully planned layer-based colour changes and embedded printed inserts, eliminating the need for painting.

If you enjoy this project and would like to support both the author and the local wargaming club behind it, any contribution is greatly appreciated. You can either use the included CZK QR code or support us via Ko-fi.

Printing Recommendations

The models are optimized for PLA filament.

Recommended settings:

• Layer height: 0.20 mm

• Supports: None

• Infill:

  • 0% for structural parts

  • 10% for inserts and panels

• Standard PLA nozzle temperature

• Heated bed: 65 °C for improved adhesion

Recommended Colour Palette

The final colour scheme is entirely up to you, but this is the palette we use in our gaming club.

We use high-quality, affordable PLA filament manufactured in the EU by Aurapol.cz.

License

You are welcome to download, print and use these models for personal use or for your local gaming club.

You may modify the models for your own personal needs, including adjustments, improvements and customisation.

However:

• The copyright remains exclusively with the author.

• Redistribution of any files is not permitted.

• Republishing is not permitted.

• Remixing and redistributing modified versions is not permitted.

• Commercial use is strictly prohibited.

Please respect the work that went into creating this project.

If you create compatible accessories or enhancements (for example alternative inserts), you are welcome to publish them separately, provided they reference this original project instead of containing or redistributing any part of it.

Disclaimer

Only the 3MF project files are provided.

You are solely responsible for your printer, your materials and the final printed product.

The author accepts no liability for printer damage, failed prints, material loss or personal injury resulting from the use of these files.

Important Warning

This project requires multiple manual filament changes as well as inserting pre-printed parts during the printing process.

When changing filament:

• Remove any oozed filament before resuming the print.

• Needle-nose pliers are recommended if your printer does not have a nozzle wiper.

• Ensure no filament residue remains inside the insert pockets.

If an insert is not fully seated and perfectly level, the print head may collide with it, potentially causing a failed print or damage to your printer.

Safety Warning

During printing you will be required to insert parts into the printer while the nozzle remains at printing temperature.

Accidental contact with the hot nozzle can cause serious burns.

Proceed carefully and use appropriate personal protective equipment whenever possible.

General Tips

All inserts have been designed and tested to fit without excessive force.

If an insert does not sit perfectly flush:

• remove it,

• inspect the slot,

• remove any filament residue or printing artefacts,

• reinsert the part.

Never force an insert into position.

General Procedure

Please follow these recommendations:

1. Make sure you have enough filament of every required colour before starting.

2. Print all insert components before printing the corresponding frame or body.

3. Always verify that every insert sits perfectly flush before resuming the print.

4. Ensure excellent bed adhesion, especially for tall models such as Towers and Containers. Clean the build plate thoroughly beforehand.

5. Clip Ruin inserts and Tower inserts together before embedding them during printing. Container doors must not be clipped into place until printing has completely finished.

6. Use appropriate tools, the correct build plate and—most importantly—common sense.

Ruins

Before printing the main ruin bodies, print:

• Window Frames Set ×3

• Window Covers Set ×3

(The final set only requires 34 inserts, so two pieces from the last batch may be omitted.)

Top Sections

Only the scheduled colour changes are required:

Dark Metal → Gold → Dark Metal → Galaxy Black

Bottom Sections

After completing the final Galaxy Black layers (columns), pause before switching back to Dark Metal and insert the Gothic Panel Window inserts.

Ensure every insert is fully seated and perfectly level before continuing.

Complete the final colour change and finish the print.

Containers

A standard 6×4 Dense Terrain layout requires four containers.

Print four complete panel sets before printing the frame.

A. Print Panels (4 Sets)

Each set contains:

• Bottom panel

• Top door frame

• Support frame

• Eight side panels

Colour sequence:

• Layer 1: Silver

• Layer 2+: Dark Metal

B. Print Frames

Use Dark Metal filament.

1. Insert the bottom panels using the alignment arrows.

2. Insert the lower 4×4 panels.

3. Insert the support frame with the flat side facing upward.

4. Insert the upper 4×4 panels.

5. Insert the top door frame with the locating circles facing right.

6. After printing has finished, clip the doors into place, matching the locating circles.

Outpost Fence

1. Print all six wall panels and twelve top wiring sections before printing the frame.

2. The outside surface of each panel should face the print bed.

3. Print the fence frame.

4. At the first pause, insert all panels while maintaining their correct outside orientation.

5. Verify every insert is flush.

6. At the second pause, insert all twelve wiring sections.

Each wiring piece has:

• one tapered edge,

• one sloped edge.

Both should face upward.

The tapered edge fits into the slot while the sloped edge aligns with the frame support.

Take your time—this step requires patience.

7. Finish the print

Outpost Tower & Barricades

Print first:

• Barricade Panels (1 set)

• Tower Panels (2 sets)

• Tower Floor Inserts

The outside surface should face the print bed.

Barricades

1. Print the frame.

2. At the pause, insert all barricade panels while maintaining outside orientation.

3. Verify all inserts are flush and continue.

Towers

1. Print the frame.

2. At the first pause, insert the lower wall panels.

3. Keep the slotted panel facing you, the solid panel at the rear and the door panels on the sides.

4. Verify all inserts are flush.

5. At the second pause, insert the floor pieces with the hinges facing the rear.

6. Verify.

7. At the third pause, insert the middle wall panels.

8. Verify.

9. At the fourth pause, insert the second floor.

10. Verify.

11. At the fifth pause, insert the upper wall panels.

12. Verify and complete the print.

Piping

Two piping assemblies are required for two 2×6 Light Terrain footprints.

Print all frame and tube components before printing the main body.

A. Single-Colour Prints

• Frames — Dark Metal

• Tubing — Silver

B. Tubes

Print using:

Gold → Silver → Gold...

C. Main Bodies

Begin with Dark Metal.

1. Switch from Dark Metal to Gold until the lower frame pockets are complete.

2. Insert the lower frames (without clamps). Orientation is optional, although we recommend the flat side facing downward.

3. Continue printing to encapsulate the lower frames.

4. Insert the main tube assembly with all four tubing sections attached.

5. Ensure the tubing aligns correctly with the lower frame.

6. Insert the upper frames with the clamps facing downward to secure the tube centrally.

7. Verify all components are fully aligned before continuing.

8. Complete the print using the current Gold filament.

Congratulations!

Your complete terrain set is now ready for the battlefield.

If you discover any issues or have suggestions for improvements, please don't hesitate to contact the author so future versions of the models or instructions can be updated.

Happy printing, and enjoy your games!