Progress – Eye of Agamotto

This week I’ve made meaningful progress on my Eye of Agamotto project, shifting from design planning into early prototyping and material testing. With the concept locked in, I focused on preparing the mechanical and visual features that bring the Eye to life.

Finalizing the Design

I finalized the overall shape and detailing of the Eye based on references from the Doctor Strange films. I paid special attention to the layered front shell and the engraved patterns around the core. I mocked up the design in Fusion 360, including the two-part shell and the internal housing for the LED and battery.

Prototyping the Shell

I printed a rough prototype of the outer casing using PLA on a BTU 3D printer. This test helped verify the scale and comfort if worn as a pendant. The size feels good, and the details printed well enough that I’ll only need minimal sanding before painting.

LED + Diffusion Testing

I also tested a green LED with different diffusion layers to simulate the Time Stone’s glow. A clear resin disc backed by a layer of frosted tape gave the best result — soft, even, and bright. I plan to embed this behind the Eye’s central lens with a push-button or motion-triggered activation.

Mechanism Concept

I’m still debating between a sliding shell or a hinge-based mechanism to “open” the Eye. This week I built a cardboard mockup to try both, and I’m leaning toward a hinge design — it’s easier to fabricate and aligns more closely with the cinematic version.

Next Steps

• Finalize the inner housing design and print the LED mount.

• Paint and finish the first complete outer shell prototype.

• Integrate the LED circuit and test battery options (likely a small coin cell for compactness).

• Begin assembling the hinge and test fitment.

Prototypes: 

So far, I’m happy with the progress. It’s been rewarding to see the Eye take shape physically after weeks of planning. The glowing green core is looking especially cool — it’s already giving off some major “sorcerer vibes.”