Realistic 3D Lightning CA-08 Low-poly 3D model

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This realistic 3D lightning model is expertly crafted to seamlessly blend into any type of background environment and render quickly. The mesh is highly optimized for low polycount, making it suitable for use in games. Polygons: 5377 Vertices: 5402 The lightning geometry is built at a real-world scale of approximately 8 kilometers high, which matches the average height of Cloud-to-Ground Lightning. However, it can be easily scaled up or down to meet your needs and still produce impressive results in renders. Scene units are measured in meters. This model comes in V-Ray format. If you're using a different renderer, you'll be able to use the geometry, but you may need to create or use your own materials. Each branch can be easily selected individually for animated effects such as lighting and timing per branch. This allows for the creation of dramatic slow-motion animations. All elements are meticulously UVW unwrapped without overlap, making it simple to apply textures when needed. The current model uses vertex color, which can be baked into a texture using tools like Substance Designer if desired. This feature is conveniently included in the exported FBX format. You're free to adjust the brightness of the light materials to best match your scene and camera settings. These materials are clearly named and easy to manage, with different sizes for separate branches. The glow of the main bolt is created using V-Ray Lens effects Bloom + Glare, which can be easily turned off if you prefer to add custom effects in post-processing. Rendered on a black background, this lightning model blends seamlessly into images via "Screen" or "Lighten" mode in software like PhotoShop or AffinityPhoto. You can also use this geometry as a light source within your scene by adjusting the main bolt strength. Make sure to review the related V-Ray rendering tip included with this product, available in both .jpg and .txt formats. The model can be easily imported via drag-and-drop – there are no unnecessary background objects, cameras, or additional lights in the scene. Compatible with 3dsMax versions starting from 2010. Exported formats include 3DS, FBX, and OBJ (without materials). Please note that the appearance of the exported models may vary depending on your software, with potential issues including triangulation. In some cases, you might need to manually reassign materials or textures. If you enjoy using this model, feel free to post images online featuring it and tag #lightning3d for our pleasure! Enjoy!