Bring order to your favorite card-stealing, tank-busting game! This is a custom-labeled, heavy-duty utility box tailored perfectly for holding Mantis. Featuring a vibrant, flush, multi-color inlay of the iconic Mantis character directly on the lid, this box is built to be a rugged, eye-catching addition to your game night or travel bag.

I had a heck of a time trying to make and print an STL with the same fun box art as the original packaging, but after a few iterations, this is finally something I feel comfortable sharing. I think this can be perfected with some different color choices, but my kids liked this one, so I'm sharing with the world. 

I have the “Small Box” version of the game, with 84 cards. The other versions apparently have 60 and 104 cards. To ensure the 104-card version fit, I make the box a bit taller than necessary, so that regardless of which you use, it should work! Let me know if you have any issues!

This holder was made using the new SnapLock V3 by Hugo as a base. and added the Mantis box art on top. I adjusted the overall sizing of the box to perfectly fit. Mantis cards. I also adjusted the card holder insert to fit with the new dimensions. Made with just enough space to hold the folded instructions too, if wanted. 

🛠️ Print Settings & Profile Recommendations

• Orientation: Print the Lid FACE DOWN on the build plate. This embeds the logo directly into the first layer for a flush, professional finish.
• Layer Height: 0.2mm (The logo geometry is optimized at 0.6 thick to perfectly occupy the first 3 layers).
• Walls: 3 walls for maximum latch/hinge durability.
• Infill: 15% Gyroid.
• Supports: None required! The hinges and latches are designed to print cleanly without support structures.
• Brim: Not recommended (especially for the lid) to ensure clean outer edges.

🎨 Filament & Color Mapping Guide

This profile is completely ready for a 4-color AMS setup. If you want to replicate the look featured in the design showcase, here is how to map your filaments:

🗳️ Box Components

• Lid Face: Matte White
• Box Base: Sky Blue / Royal Blue
• Locking Latches & Internal Card Holder: Matte Olive Green (or Sunshine Yellow)

🦞 Mantis Logo Inlay

• Red: Claws and Eyes
• Blue: Character Body, Sleeve Cuffs, and Letter Outline
• Green: Sleeve Main Sections
• White: MANTIS Text, Mouth, and Eye Highlights

🧩 Assembly Instructions

The assembly is pretty quick! Follow the GIF