Hello everyone, Instamat community! 
Today, I want to share a step-by-step tutorial on how to create a game asset representing a pirate barrel. This is perfect for your game projects, and I’ll guide you through the entire process using Blender for modeling and Instamat for texturing. Let’s get started! 
Step 1: Modeling the Barrel in Blender 
- Create the Base: Start with a cylinder (Shift + A > Mesh > Cylinder). This will be the foundation of our pirate barrel.
- Scale and Modify: Stretch the cylinder along the Z-axis (S + Z) to give it the classic barrel shape. Use the Subdivision Surface modifier to smooth the mesh.
- Add the Metal Rings: Instead of toroids, I used cylinders (Shift + A > Mesh > Cylinder) to create the metal rings. Scale them along the Z-axis to make them thinner and position them around the barrel. It’s a simple yet effective approach!
- Damage and Wear: To add realistic damage, I used the OCD (Offset Curve Editor) plugin for Blender. This tool made it easy to add scratches, dents, and wear details, giving the barrel a weathered, pirate look.
Step 2: Texturing in Instamat 
- Export the Model: Save your barrel in OBJ or FBX format from Blender.
- Import into Instamat: Load the model into Instamat, the perfect tool for quick and efficient texturing.
- Choose Materials: Select a wood material for the barrel’s body and a dark metal for the rings. Instamat makes it super easy to apply realistic textures with just a few clicks.
- Adjust Maps: Tweak the normal, roughness, and ambient occlusion maps to add depth and detail to your asset.
Step 3: Export and Use in Your Game 
Once you’re happy with the result, export the textured model and import it into your preferred game engine (Unity, Unreal Engine, etc.). Your pirate barrel is now ready to be placed in a level or used as an interactive object!
Why Is This So Simple?
- Blender is a powerful, free tool that’s perfect for 3D modeling.
- Instamat simplifies texturing, even for those who aren’t UV mapping experts.
- OCD Plugin: A game-changer for quickly adding realistic wear and damage details.
Pro Tip: To make your barrel even more unique, add extra details like engravings, scratches, or rusty nails. Let your creativity run wild!
Share Your Results!
If you try following this tutorial, share your results here on the Instamat forum! 
I’m curious to see how you’ll create your pirate barrels and integrate them into your projects.
What other objects or tutorials would you like to see? Let me know in the comments! 
Thanks for being part of this amazing community. Let’s keep creating together! 
