Made a Generic Model instead of Java Model and Can't Import

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Made a Generic Model instead of Java Model and Can't Import

Okay, so I just spend around 2-3 hours modeling and texturing a scythe I really like in Blockbench. However I ran into an issue at the end.

I made the model as a Generic Model because for java models, I cannot rotate cubes anywhere except on the 22.5 degree axis. This was an issue for me because the Scythe has a slight bend and I would not be able to make it properly with a Java model. When I tried to convert the model to a Java/Item model, the scythe got all messed up.

I already tried importing it as an OBJ model, however the model is too complex for that to work. 

Is there anything I can do to allow myself to save this model and use it in game??

Any help will be appreciated!

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if this model is for item…
Sat, 07/09/2022 - 13:38

if this model is for item then use json one.

 

Sry but this model type doesnt 'support' custom rotation values.

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It shouldn't be possible…
Fri, 07/29/2022 - 22:12

It shouldn't be possible. You can only convert the project into a custom entity.

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Did you come up with a…
Sun, 06/07/2026 - 17:45

Did you come up with a solution? I am experiencing the same issue and would be happy for any assistance!

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Unfortunately I do not think…
Mon, 06/08/2026 - 12:40

Unfortunately I do not think there is any way to import a generic model into mcretor or a way to convert a generic model to a modded entity. Before I have tried importing a .json but mcreator started screaming at me so I don't think that's a good idea.