3D artists, rejoice! Lino Grandi has released Octane Edge Tools, a free toolkit for Blender that makes creating anime-style outlines a breeze. This system promises a clean, fast, and integrated workflow, perfect for stylized rendering.
Achieve Stunning Anime-Style Outlines with Octane Edge Tools
Lino Grandi, known as @3danimecreator on Instagram, has gifted the Blender community with a powerful new tool: Octane Edge Tools. This free toolkit is designed to simplify and enhance the creation of anime-style outlines using OctaneRender within Blender. In their latest video, Grandi dives into the features and benefits of this exciting new resource.
Video via Lino Grandi
What’s Included in Octane Edge Tools?
The Octane Edge Tools package is packed with features to streamline your workflow:
- Toon Edge setup with Geometry Nodes: Create intricate outlines with ease.
- AOV + Compositing configuration: Fine-tune your renders for the perfect look.
- Edge Material and Shader tools: Customize the appearance of your edges.
- Vertex group and suffix manager: Organize and manage your meshes efficiently.
- Material tolerance tools: Ensure consistent results across your models.
Designed for Passion, Offered for Free
Grandi emphasizes that this system was built out of a “passion for anime and stylized rendering.” The best part? It’s completely free to use, with no sign-ups or hidden costs. Source: Lino Grandi YouTube Channel
Compatibility and Requirements
To take full advantage of Octane Edge Tools, you’ll need:
- Blender 4.4.3+
- Octane 2025.2 (Custom Build – for now)
Getting Started
Ready to jump in? You can download the tools and documentation directly from the provided links:
- Octane Edge Tools – Addon & Preset Scene (.zip): Download Link (Dropbox)
- PDF Documentation: Access the Documentation (Google Docs)
A Big Thanks to Big Medium Small
Grandi also gives credit to Big Medium Small, the providers of the base character model featured in the demonstration video. Big Medium Small offers a fantastic range of high-quality character kits and assets for 3D artists. Learn more at Big Medium Small’s website.
Enhance Your Toon Shading Workflow Today
Octane Edge Tools is a game-changer for Blender users looking to create stunning anime-style renders. With its intuitive tools and seamless integration, this free toolkit is a must-have for any 3D artist passionate about stylized rendering. Download it today and unleash your creativity!
Source:
Lino Grandi – Octane Edge Tools,– Complete Toon Edge Setup in Blender
