how can i make this kind of braid in zbrush?

Stargalaxy

how can i make this kind of braid in zbrush? thx in advance!

SuperFranky

Make a cylinder, unwrap uvs, apply surface noise of the braid pattern

That's just a theory, you need to make braid alpha for this

OR

Use Insert MultiMesh by modeling 3 pieces and using them as a stroke to quickly make the braid. You'll need to use modeling software for this.

http://docs.pixologic.com/user-guide/3d-modeling/sculpting/sculpting-brushes/insert-mesh/tri-parts/

peanut™

Have a look at those pics i took from google and see if this apply to your example.