The course addresses the unique polygon budget reductions and edge flow directions required for separate body zones: 1. The Torso & Shoulder Rigging Girdle
Danny’s tip: Retopologize the palm last – it requires careful 5-pole placement for cupping motion.
The course systematically demystifies the human torso, limbs, hands, and feet. Each zone is treated with a specific focus on anatomical landmarks and joint articulation. 1. The Torso and Shoulder Topology The course addresses the unique polygon budget reductions
Learn how to route polygons around the shoulder blades to maintain their shape even when the arms are raised.
What the course covers (typical contents) Each zone is treated with a specific focus
Danny Mac's tutorial structure stands out because it bridges the gap between static reference images and interactive 3D learning. The Tier 2 version expands significantly on the basic course with production-focused assets. Interactive 3D Turntables
Ensuring that when the character sits, jumps, or reaches, the mesh doesn't collapse or "candy-wrap." What the course covers (typical contents) Danny Mac's
Animators and riggers require predictable edge loops. When a mesh follows the natural flow of muscle groups, weight painting skin clusters becomes an automated, headache-free process.
Once you complete Tier 2, you will not just have a clean mesh; you will have a system .
How to Retopologize the Rest of the Body – Tier 2 Author: Danny Mac Platform: Gumroad Focus: Professional character topology, game-ready mesh construction, and anatomical flow.
Before exploring the specifics of the course, it's worth clarifying why body retopology is so distinct from the head. While facial topology focuses on micro-expressions and muscle groups, body topology is all about structural movement. The goal is to create a "cage" of polygons that supports the natural motion of joints like the shoulders, elbows, knees, and hips.