Model based on the Half-Life 1 barnacle for 3d printing
Two versions one with the tongue split and the other without split.
Notes:May need sanding to attach parts together;This model is not rigged;This model is not textured;STL tested for errors;This model doesn't have UVs;
May require supports to be printed in 3d;Images rendered in Zbrush and Blender;May need re-scaling it for your purposes;You can sell 3D prints of this model;If you want, feel free to tip any % if you sell the 3d printed versionYou can’t sell or share these files;My instagram: @lich_3d, any questions or problems contact me for support.
In the context of the Half-Life video game series, a barnacle is a distinctive and dangerous alien creature. Barnacles are stationary organisms that hang from the ceilings of various environments. They have a long, fleshy stalk with a bulbous, lamprey-like mouth at the end.
The primary function of the barnacle is to capture and consume unsuspecting prey. It uses a long, retractable tongue-like appendage to grab anything that comes within its reach. Once a living creature is snared by the barnacle's tongue, it is pulled up towards the creature's mouth. The barnacle then secretes a digestive enzyme to break down its prey for consumption.
Barnacles are known for their resilience and ability to withstand attacks. They are often strategically placed in areas where players may not initially notice them, creating an element of surprise and danger in the game. To avoid being captured by barnacles, players must carefully navigate their surroundings and find ways to either avoid or eliminate these menacing creatures.