Good idea with the blur - but it unfortunately didn't work because the sharp lines are from the bevel effect on that shape.

But...it did give me the idea that instead of having one square with the pyramid like bevel, I separate it into 4 triangles and play around with gradient effects. I'm happier with this version - but still all ears if anyone has any suggestions

What I meant by the last post was that the incline of an obelisk is steeper from the base to just before the pyramid topper as compared to the incline of the pyramid topper. (not sure if that makes any more sense).

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