I Built A Working Pokeball

Growing up, Pokemon was my favorite game and this was an absolute joy to bring to life! Let me know how I did in the comments and what you'd wanna see next!
(yes I mispronounced Apricorn and I'm aware of it shhhhh)
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Hi Nintendo I love Pokemon pls don't come after me thx!

[@Be70200]

Now make a working pokemon

[@KiarasWorkshop]

👀 stick around for a future video that may or may not be in the works haha

[@justinpatterson5291]

​. Ooh. Do a porygon!

[@joaomrtins]

Just do a chimeco shaped chime. Or a klefky shaped keyring

[@pueohoot543]

@@joaomrtinsI would kill for a good model of either of these!!! PS: I’m not a violent person

[@joaomrtins]

@@pueohoot543 are they not on thigiverse/printables? I might try doing them... 🤔 As long as I get my hands on a model of the Pokémon themselves.

[@syweb2]

The way it rolls back forward when it closes seems like one of those wonderful little coincidences that feels too good to be accidental, yet here we are.

[@Gamakatana]

Don't you love coincidental physics?

[@bluethan806]

Yes it's so so good

[@XenAuragard]

I think you mean, in the wise words of Bob Ross "Happy little accident"

[@JustBaselmansYT]

So many KZbinrs trying to create the perfect PokeBall but I believe you actually did it! The one improvement I would love to see is a hidden barrel hinge instead of an hinge on the outside.

[@tolgahk84]

Yeah but its not REAL, if i bought one off her i cant go outside and catch real animals like lions and tigers or elephants in the pokeball so for me its useless. Come back again when somebody creates a REAL one that you can actually catch animals inside of them, then i'll think about buying one.

[@JayDeeIsMyName]

​@@tolgahk84I'm not sure if you're being sarcastic or mentally insane.

[@tolgahk84]

@@JayDeeIsMyName Actually i am a little bit mentally insane so thanks for noticing 👍

[@ItsConnerKing]

I mean it is pretty weird to call something pretty much impossible irl "real"

[@skoth9500]

i'd say a better looking button

[@zaphill4346]

This pokemon is an STEP UP in the world of real life pokéballs since it has a wiggle feature. AMAZING WORK!

[@uwuanims]

Dude, I will always respect the ability to design components in blender

[@arcanealchemist3190]

i got into engineering during a degree in 3D animation, and im amazed when i hear people taught themselves CAD! even the most intuitive CAD software out there feels strange to me. but blender has some good tools for getting measurements and making it work, if you know where to look for them!

[@darkracer1252]

i don't. it's an abomination. blender is not made for this. blender is made to make DIGITAL assets. 3d models for games or movies. everything animated. IT IS NOT CAD SOFTWARE!!!!

[@giliant]

It was an impressive project without that, but holy crap, that's like a 100x multiplier, bravo!

[@ItsBinhRepaired]

Not sure how you design stuff in a blender. All I can make are milkshakes and smoothies. Lol

[@SimonLYW]

@@giliant I'm convinced there's a magical set of plugins I'm yet to discover which make it all much easier.

[@samuelturner6076]

This is insane! It wiggles, opens and closes and plays the sound effects all by itself! You made the most feature complete Pokéball and it's awesome. Technology is incredible!

[@vectoralphaAI]

Being able to build stuff is so cool.

[@xmavrekx8663]

Thats awesome. Its nice to see how much work actually goes into builds like this. Something that seems so simple is quite complex behind the scenes.

[@MartinFelice]

if you add a Camera Flash to it that triggers when it opens, it would make it even more perfect!. Congratulations! incredible build!!

[@LV.3223]

Ngl Its the best imitation I've ever seen in my life! 😮

[@BrianDoesEverything]

ITS SO FUCKING GOOD

[@DocHoliday9224]

As a 90s baby who grew up on Indigo, I can not believe what I'm seeing. This is very impressive on so many levels. Thank you for this

[@Daniel-uo5lm]

Great work! I really agree, that the closing of the pokeball kinda feels to be the most satisfying part of the entire sequence. I kinda have the feeling it's because usually you only see the opening, so the brain is already done, and then the ball is like: "Surprise! I'm closing and ready to go for the next toss." I kinda wanna see a second function so when the ball is tossed, it opens up and a self inflating pokemon pops out or something. xD

[@Visci_Vasay]

if you sold these, id buy one in a heart beat

[@Mr.L9]

If they have a masterball, imma buy it 😂

[@mariag1229]

Same!!

[@JadedJarvis]

How much would you be willing to pay tho?

[@charles281]

@@JadedJarvis $100

[@Mr.L9]

@@JadedJarvis $200-$300 idc if it’s hella expensive lmao

[@BlockBlazer]

2:07 Finally. A micro servo that can surpass Metal Gear.

[@AsilarWindsailor]

I see what you did there

[@willm127]

Metal…Gear…?

[@Shin.ToumaFR]

2nd floor basement?

[@runnerup15]

Psycho mantis?

[@Bobsteperous]

War's always changing... They just passed an amendment allowing pokemon conscription...

[@lemonbread378]

i literally just watched you build this and i still don't believe it works- all of that packed into such a tiny ball is insane, what an amazing project and outcome!!!

[@Jack_Wolfe]

1:33 idea: you can hide the rocker, by making it spin around the circumference of the ball under the inner shell, the weight can be elongated to the shape of the ball or a partial ring or sphere segment. When the ball is closed it won’t matter in the insides are spinning or not. So an alternate idea is to make the plates on the inside rotate opposite ways or just one spin, and only have one plate actually metal or heavy while the others are a painted light material. The entire half dome inside spinning will off centre the balls weight, causing a wiggle, both sides spinning will be more powerful😮 If you want to avoid the spinning insides, a hidden spinning rail weight would work just as well. To get a decent internal lighting, using cracked/pin hole fibre optic strands, and an ultra bright LED. That’s if you want any insane inside effect.

[@herotech]

This is so cool! You did such a good job with the finishing too, thanks for sharing!

[@KiarasWorkshop]

thank you!!

[@madnessarcade7447]

Out of all the DIY pokeballs this is definitely the best one

[@Packiechu]

My inner child is screaming with excitement over a real life Pokeball. This looks SO good!

[@DJCosmicLatte]

omg the GLEE I felt at the first successful mechanical test, just seeing the thing move the way it's supposed to! This is so damn cool. Also, love the editing! The "Test, test test" bit in particular was *chef's kiss*

[@kristijanmesarec1972]

the button needs to be on the upper lid but good job overall

[@piggyplayzmc93]

Was looking to see if someone pointed it out

[@KovoN]

Buttons are on the bottom lid on the back of Pokemon cards, so its technically not incorrect

[@piggyplayzmc93]

@@KovoN only on the American cards and the very old Japanese cards, it seems to be a design error that was copied over but never fixed on American cards like it was on Japanese

[@IamLINErida]

not on pokemon cards 😏

[@thezx5795]

@@KovoN Damn I'll never un-see that

[@michaiahledwith5153]

I’m not a Pokémon fan but this is seriously impressive

[@madnessarcade7447]

Then become one lol

[@Nezha_Main]

​@@madnessarcade7447I'm too busy collecting frames to collect Pokemon.....

[@madnessarcade7447]

@@Nezha_Maincollect both

[@madnessarcade7447]

@@Nezha_Mainlike picture frames?

[@madnessarcade7447]

@@Nezha_MainI asked them not u lol

[@sckarnage8759]

Fantastic job, love the rolling when the ball opens !

[@michealkinney6205]

Awesome work! Was fun to watch, thanks!

[@NovusDundus]

I'm amazed Nintendo hasn't done this yet It'd be a pretty neat toy. Heck if those premium display Poke Balls were like this, they'd sell like crazy

[@luxinfinite1394]

I guess selling something made of that much metal that weighs that much might be too pricey and prone to causing damages. You just know a dumb kid is gonna conk that not-plastic thing onto a person's or dog's head. In that perspective it might not pass most country's toy safety regulations either. At best you can probably market them to adults, but Pokemon rarely ever pander merch to anything but the upmost impressionable of monkey-brained midgets, AKA children. And even then, a lot of adults can't be expected to be responsible with them either.

[@Kensuke0987]

they probably had did, but the technology 30 years ago wasn't quite the same, and whether it is back then or now, it would have been a relatively expensive merch this build isn't even meant to be thrown (you gotta sell this to kids somehow)

[@theamazingspooderman2697]

they only know how to make overpriced pokeball toys which don't even open

[@Rerbun]

​@@Kensuke0987I'm wondering how much "padding" would be needed for it to be throwable (into grass or carpet probably not a lot needed, onto wood or stone even the outside probably needs to be absorbent too, probably not a lot of materials that could be used for this and that would look right)

[@Kensuke0987]

@@Rerbun probably not padding. it just has to be made of a durable construction and material. 3D-printing might not be the way; it has to be plastic injection molding - this is what they use to make modern billiard balls. the hinge and the electronics housing should have really tight tolerances too so that they don't wear down from all the jostling and also be provided some water-resistance.

[@georgeaguirre5437]

For future variants: Using a QtPy running MicroPython may work a bit nicer for this project. The QtPy (especially when paired with an additional memory chip, also sold by adafruit) should have enough memory for small audio files. This removes the need for the SD Card, at least, and should allow you to save space from the sd card module and wiring. You can replace the servos with microservos, or even small stepper motors (although the stepper drivers may take up some extra space, but shouldn’t take any more than the servos do) Alternately: because your inner layer is nice and thick, you may be able to get away with a stepper motor based gyroscope (potential for stabilizing in midair throws? Or for rolling autonomously?). Or a spring resist solenoid.

[@jelisnook]

OMG that's so cool!! ❤ The wiggle and sound effects were spot on!

[@josefaction6982]

this is awesome!!! we need mass production of these!!!

[@williamjooj]

now you just need an unintentional mutation and you will have a working voltorb

[@HerrFinsternis]

This was so much more then what I was expecting when I clicked the video. Beautiful!

[@JosephCooperNightcore]

This was absolutely amazing, expecially the front roll during the closure

[@alureon25]

Wow, it came out super well! It's obvious you put a lot of time and effort into this project. Very impressive job.

[@kkd3973]

Such a cool project!!

[@mastalock]

Sorry its not a working pokeball until you catch a pokemon in it. Or a small animal, I'll accept a mouse inside :P (Seriously tho great job)

[@bleakgaming4280]

No offence but when I was reading this you sound like a passive aggressive karen

[@MingLaw_YT]

AGREED!!!! Where’s my Pokémon???!!! 😂❤ (awesome job)

[@graduator14]

That's amazing! We've all wanted to use these as kids! Great job.

[@vasco407]

looks so cool. such a fun build

[@Cea_VR]

For the next iteration; you could probably hide the weight in the top half if you used some sort of pulley system to slide it back and forth. Assuming you want to make a second version, and assuming you want the inside to be as clean looking as the outside is. How you're gonna get the ball to shrink and grow like in the show however, I have no idea :D (not to mention catch living beings)

[@marsh1159]

Robot origami pokemon =D

[@Phantraas]

The fact that ive been modeling pokeballs all week in Nomad and Blender.....this is awesome lol

[@SamTheBattleshipp]

This looks so good! Awesome job!

[@drukcg]

What an amazing build, whew!!

[@lordnul1708]

Random fact: most depictions depict Pokeballs as having a digital dimension that serves as an ideal environment for the pokemon in question. They also show the balls as having non-transparent lids, which has left to an occasional joke about "the wrong pokeball", be it in the anime or by the fandom. The Pokemon Special/Pokemon Adventures manga, however, makes the lids semi-teansparent so it shows ehat pokemon is currently in the ball, or if the ball is empty. It also makes the apricorn based pokeballs more gimmicky than they already were conpared to modern ones by requiring you to hit a specific spot on a given pokemon for the apricorn ones to work. The manga also had Rival Silver be the only one of the Johto protagonists that throws their ball normally (Gold uses a pool cue to launch his, and Crystal kicks hers at her targets).

[@theamazingspooderman2697]

there has been no Pokeball that depicts them as having a dimension, the pokemon just shrink, which is a terrible retcon by Legends Arceus

[@lordnul1708]

@@theamazingspooderman2697 looks like somebody has not looked at supplementary material... Or, for that matter, the item's cameo are n smash bros back when the series had trophies. In Melee, Brawl and Smash 4, the pokeball's trophy descriptions specifically mentions having what I described, and Sakurai was generally pretty diligent about making sure the info was accurate, if spoilery. And I agree, the bit where they shrink was a retcon. However, it did not debut in Legends Arceus, it debuted in the Pokemon Adventures Manga, towards the end of the RGB arc. Next time, look a little harder kiddo.

[@TheEmeraldWeirdo]

It's not even 1:30 in the morning, and my day's already been made. This is *_AMAZING._*

[@raymondchang4428]

Awesome job! Can't wait to see what's next😁

[@__-kb9no]

You did it! Looks awesome

[@afrancis7475]

Girl you are such an inspiration! Ever since I was a little girl I wanted to make cool stuff, but I gave up on my hopes and dreams because so much stuff happened and it became unbearable... To prevent myself from more self harm and not wanting to live anymore, I just deal with health now and finding a job, but I feel like my inner child can live through these creations. You got yourself a new sub.

[@ArtbyAlex666]

You can do it!! Keep following your dreams and stay alive 😊

[@redmatzoo3280]

Why do so many people trauma dump in the comments on KZbin

[@Rynelan]

​​@@redmatzoo3280 because it's proven that it's easier to vent to strangers and especially anonymous than to people you know and know you.

[@theamazingspooderman2697]

a lot unnecessary info ngl

[@dasgameskey]

This…is absolutley AMAZING!!

[@classtilton871]

The closing is so satisfying and just makes it look waaaay better

[@MCD-fo4eq]

Very cool and the design is beautiful. Good job!😮🎉

[@Squires_cosplay]

This is insane!!!

[@angeldeschamps1149]

you’re so cool tbh. love the lore

[@s2kap01]

This was so chill and fun to watch - instant follow, cheers!

[@NaudVanDalen]

This looks really cool! This video deserves every view it has and way more!

[@Reaper0514]

That is absolutely awesome. Well done and congrats. I fear for the person who figures out how to shrink something and pull it into the ball then it comes back out regular size again... they might disappear suddenly

[@angrybudgie96]

That's a good point. It is scary to think that the military or whatever could just kidnap you for their own purpose.

[@Reaper0514]

@angrybudgie96 sadly with the last 100 years as a reference it would be naive to believe technology like that wouldn't be kept under lock and key and used in the worst possible ways. As much as I would love to witness that being created and what awesome things could come from it, mankind in general doesn't need that technology lol

[@garzaviveprod]

Amazing built!!! Is there a way to make the light turn red when "catching a Pokémon"?

[@KiarasWorkshop]

you’d have to put like a neopixel or some sort of addressable rgb led in the button! not impossible, but I liked the brightness of the one I bought for this project so I didn’t wanna replace it. unfortunately it wasn’t addressable but I was okay with the trade off

[@user-ul5ui4jw4e]

This is awesome work!

[@DJ-gb8cf]

I was homeschooled and never got to take a shop or design class so watching videos like this always gives me a thrill and I love to see the process. Great video!!! I love Pokémon and I’m so excited to see what else you create in the future!!

[@AsimPaints]

Jeez, here I thought I made a realistic Pokeball lol. Very cool, the sparkly red is nice! My favorite part of the Pokeball growing up was how they were small and expanded to full size when you clicked them. You should try to somehow make that lol.

[@OnnieKoski]

“Me trying to figure out how to read my own wiring diagram” is such a mood.

[@Poke_fun.]

That is some fine craftsmanship! ❤

[@viniciusvmrx2845]

Love It! Amazing job!

[@micah2936]

I fully expected this to be thrown at animals and magically contain them inside. Can’t say I’m not disappointed…. ☹️ I thought I could finally shut up all the mockingbirds with this

[@callmebite]

I can clearly see this being the concise blue print of future creation of more fully advanced pokeballs! You guys will become legends! 😎

[@Cyber_N-7660]

The algorithm has gifted me one of your masterpieces :D

[@TLG1255]

That’s just freaking dope! Super impressive work, and a great video documenting it! Wish they easier to make so I could commission one!

[@michael_oconnor]

Add sensors to detect collision when you throw it to start the catching process! Sick project!

[@xyoungdipsetx]

Looks so cool!

[@rbdesignsnh]

that came out incredible. and the sizing looks really good too.

[@ghstgirl4982]

Just found your channel and instantly liked/subbed! looking forward to what you do in the future~

[@karlohtsuki]

Now this is a legit pokeball, nicely done hope you can make other variants of pokeball like greatball, ultraball, and masterball

[@like90]

This pokeball is so perfect! Amazing 😊

[@Tsuki17]

Having played since Red and Blue first released my inner (and adult) child is over the moon excited for this. Absolutely phenomenal! 💖

[@tristanight.official]

This is amazing! 😮 this channel deserves to blow up on trending 🔥

[@allbriardup6451]

Truly spectacular!

[@antoniomuniz1284]

I need this to be available for purchase, it's amazing!

[@Warhawk76]

That looks amazing!! Liked and subbed.

[@user-lj6hu9cn8k]

that was awesome i just found your channel glad i did just subscribed too! i find this type of stuff very fascinating and interesting coming form someone that isn't much of a engineer or a tech guy lol you don't feel like a genus but to me you are i think you're very smart and pretty definitely going to watch more of your stuff right now keep up the great work.

[@sithu01]

😮 that’s so awesome! My childhood self would have loved this !

[@thanvi_mansi]

This is sooo cool!! Its the most advanced pokeball i have seen of all! I wanna buy it someday if you sell it.

[@stanzatara]

all the hard work was definitely worth it!! you have definitely inspired the crap outta me!! thank you

[@kevin-oq5wd]

This is an incredible work of art. I Would love to have one of my own, maybe with the master ball design, though.

[@TaylorLopez412]

KZbin Recommended really knocked it out of the park with this one. This is SO COOL. Great work!

[@addworks7283]

This is amazing! Well done! : D

[@austincde]

Love it, great job

[@amandanimal813]

Dude this looks so good

[@shacker45]

That went so frickin awesome

[@lordpathos9615]

Nice Work. Cool!!

[@chiron7936]

Absolutely amazing. I need one!

[@steventhings]

This was so cool!

[@ezdoggydog]

Nice work!!

[@RikThunder33]

I applaud you! this was such a cool project!

[@madjangler]

A clean shot of a successful catch on grass would make a top-notch gif

[@SirDarkCrow]

Amazing job❤. Definitely should sell this as a replica and to toy lines and make a boatload for you passion. Excellent job and engineering skill.

[@FerShibli]

This is awesome!

[@drakke125Channel]

seeing a pokeball open up like that and closing back up is so satisfying

[@matheushenriqueandrade1396]

Man... It's unfair this channel doesn't get as much apreciation as It deserves, I can't even start thinking on how much effort you've put into that piece, keep up the good work girl, you"re fantastic.

[@adamdavis1497]

if you gave me a year and a team i couldn't have made something that looked that good. You're very skilled!

[@ericm215]

Suggestion for asthetics: add a super bright led light insinde. Great build!!

[@DaveTormala]

Pretty impressive.. Nice work.

[@KimiOmega]

This is way too good!

[@DXDragon38]

That looks fun! I'd buy a working copy