The provided documentation outlines a selection of free resources available for users of the Poser 3D software, specifically targeting the SuperFly render engine introduced in Poser 11. Unlike traditional consumer product samples such as beauty or food samples, these resources consist of digital assets including shader presets, material files, and 3D scene files. The available data focuses on technical specifications, compatibility requirements, and usage terms for these digital freebies. Key categories of available content include material shaders for surfaces like metals and plastics, adaptations of existing 3D environments, and various props and scenes suited for science fiction and fantasy renders.
SuperFly Shader Collections
A significant portion of the available data concerns shader presets designed specifically for the SuperFly render engine. These shaders are intended to enhance the visual quality of 3D renders by providing realistic surface textures.
VB SuperShaders for Poser11 SuperFly A commercial collection titled "VB SuperShaders for Poser11 SuperFly Vol. 1" is mentioned as a resource containing over 160 shaders. While the primary listing is for a commercial product, the context indicates a focus on SuperFly compatibility. The shaders are categorized into specific material types: * Car Paint: Includes variations such as Bloom, Metallic, Shiny, and Speckled. * Liquids: Covers Coffee, Beer, Milk, and Water. * Organic: Includes Concrete Polished, Ceramic SSS, Jade, and Marble. * Plastic: Includes Plastic Translucent, Plexiglas, and RubberSilicon. * Textile: Covers Cotton, Fabric, and Silk. * Bump: A category designed to add bump to any SuperFly shaders in a new way for Poser.
User-Generated Experiments In a forum discussion, a user shared personal experiments with SuperFly materials. The user noted learning to use the "PhysicalSurface node as root" and "Cycles nodes" to create materials. These shared experiments, described as "downright silly" with heavy use of displacement and emissions, are available in a freebie area. However, the documentation includes a critique of one specific material, noting that a "basic gold metal" shader provided by the user was not realistic, suggesting specific RGB color ratios (255, 215, 150) for improvement.
Scene and Prop Resources
Several sources document free and adapted scene files and props compatible with Poser and the SuperFly engine. These assets range from futuristic environments to generic props.
Stonemason Level 19 Adaptations
A specific pack of resources adapts Stonemason's "Level 019" assets for SuperFly. This pack includes adaptations of "cargo bay doors" and the "elevator/shaft," along with a few new pieces.
* Compatibility: Intended for the SuperFly render engine of Poser 11 or later.
* Technical Details: The creator used 64 pixel samples, noting that this setting takes a "very long time." The documentation advises starting the render in progressive mode and canceling once the image is sufficiently clear.
* File Structure: The pack contains CR2s (character files) in runtime\libraries\character\Level 19 Superfly, PP2s (prop files) in runtime\libraries\props\Level 19 Superfly, and MT5/MC6 (material files) in runtime\libraries\materials\Level 19 Superfly.
* Licensing: The pack is free for both personal and commercial renders, though redistribution is prohibited.
Other Scenes and Bases The "Appearance" list categorizes free scenes into Indoor, Outdoor, and Indoor/Outdoor structures. Specific free scenes mentioned include: * AJ Futuristic Base 2: Part of the PoserPremiumContent3DScenery01.zip added with Poser 11.2. A SuperFly MC6 file for this base is available on ShareCG and Renderosity. * AJ SciFi Corridor 3: An Iray materials version is available, though Iray is typically associated with DAZ Studio rather than Poser. * AJ Tree House 2: Included with content added in Poser 11.2. A "Lightcaster MAT" pack is available, described as dual root materials optimized for Poser 11+ SuperFly and P9+ Firefly. This pack includes props that function as light sources.
General Sci-Fi and Fantasy Props Various other free props are listed in the source data, though specific compatibility with SuperFly is not always explicitly stated for every item. * Sci-Fi: Items include a "free Vorlon Alien," "SY Body Sockets" for Genesis 8 (cyborg body plugs), and a "free CyborgHarry" for the Hivewire Horse (which ships free with Poser 12 and includes both Firefly and SuperFly materials). * Fantasy: Items include a "free Sandclock" (hourglass) available as an .OBJ file and for DAZ Studio, and "Free Antlers for G8 Female." * Steampunk: Items include "Hat Couture for La Femme & L'Homme" and a "free toony steampunk Cannon."
Compatibility and Usage Notes
The documentation highlights specific technical requirements and usage tips for utilizing these free resources.
Render Engine Specifics The primary distinction in the source material is between the SuperFly and Firefly render engines. SuperFly is the newer engine based on Cycles, introduced in Poser 11. Many newer freebies, such as the Stonemason Level 19 adaptations and the Lightcaster MATs, are explicitly optimized for SuperFly. The source data notes that the "free CyborgHarry" for the Hivewire Horse ships with both Firefly and SuperFly materials, indicating a transition period where assets may support both engines.
System Performance One source mentions that "most people can't run" HD (High Definition) character stuff, implying that high-resolution assets or complex SuperFly shaders may require significant hardware capabilities. The note regarding the Stonemason Level 19 pack using 64 pixel samples confirms that SuperFly renders can be time-consuming. Users are advised to use progressive rendering and cancel the process when the image quality is acceptable to manage render times.
Licensing and Distribution Licensing terms vary among the free resources. * Commercial Use: The Stonemason Level 19 adaptations are explicitly free for both personal and commercial renders. * Non-Commercial/Fan Art: Some freebies are restricted to non-commercial use, particularly those that are "obvious fan-art." Examples include the "Vorlon Alien" (restricted to non-commercial Babylon 5 fan-art) and "FP Iconic Makeups" (non-commercial use due to fan-art nature). * Redistribution: The Stonemason pack explicitly prohibits redistribution.
Conclusion
The available source material documents a niche market of digital assets for Poser users, specifically those utilizing the SuperFly render engine. The resources range from complex shader collections containing over 160 presets to adapted 3D environments and specific props. While the documentation provides details on technical compatibility and usage terms, it does not contain information regarding traditional consumer product samples. Users interested in these assets should verify compatibility with their specific version of Poser and be prepared for potentially long render times associated with high-quality SuperFly settings.