Usually, when I import 3DS or OBJ items into Poser, they don't cast shadows in the environment when rendered. Some items do and some items don't. I always make sure "cast shadow" is checked in the object properties and it doesn't seem to effect the items that don't cast shadows to begin with.

Why am I wondering about this? I was looking at the D&D Motel and I REALLY REALLY want it! It looks like all the items included cast shadows in the environment, which is FANTASTIC... unlike the Lava Bar set, available at DAZ3D. I saw the Lava Bar in action on a friend's machine and when I saw that the stools and tables and such did NOT cast shadows, it lost all value and appeal to me.

QUESTION IS, if anyone knows, why do some items cast shadows while others don't? Is there another shadow setting somewhere? Does the program of origin affect the model's behavior in Poser?

Also, does anyone have the D&D Motel? Is it as sweet as I think it is?? =) Thanks for any ideas.