At 2DNAC, we’re always striving to push the boundaries of what’s possible in character creation. Today, we’re thrilled to showcase one of our most exciting projects to date: the creation of a stunning pig character, crafted with precision and innovation using our proprietary tool, HelixEdit. This project not only highlights the potential of our tool but sets the stage for its official launch in just a few weeks.
Meet the Pig Character
Created specifically for the wildly popular YouTube channel “League of Pigs” (LOP), this character brings to life the thrilling world of pig racing. Leveraging the power of HelixEdit, we created a completely custom MetaHuman rig, paired with custom blendshapes for unparalleled facial expression dynamics. Every wrinkle, smirk, and subtle shift in emotion is captured with lifelike accuracy, making this character not only visually impressive but emotionally engaging.
HelixEdit: The Game-Changer
This proprietary solution empowered us to:
- Achieve a 65% reduction in production time.
- Customize every aspect of the MetaHuman DNA files with unparalleled ease.
- Seamlessly integrate with tools like Maya and Unreal Engine.
- Prepare rigs and scenes with a single click, including automatic folder structure creation for the entire project.
- Automate joint calculations and cartilage adjustments in every expression, ensuring natural and precise movement.
- Provide real-time blendshape access with the rig, allowing for immediate testing and refinement.
HelixEdit enabled us to streamline the entire pipeline, from initial concept to final implementation. Its intuitive features allowed our team to focus on creativity without getting bogged down by technical hurdles. By automating repetitive and complex tasks, such as joint calculations and scene setup, HelixEdit gave our artists the freedom to concentrate on perfecting the character’s unique details and personality.
Grooming Excellence with XGen in Maya
To bring the pig’s appearance to life, we turned to XGen in Maya. This level of attention to detail makes the character suitable for high-end games and cinematic productions.
Custom Clothing and Accessories
No character is complete without a wardrobe that reflects its personality. For this project, our team created a variety of clothes and accessories to complement the pig’s look. Each piece was tailored to enhance the character’s unique aesthetic, offering versatility for different race themes and scenarios within the LOP universe.
Riding the Wave: League of Pigs Collaboration
We’re excited to mention that our pig character has already gained significant attention from the League of Pigs (LOP) community, which boasts a fan base of over 120k followers on YouTube. As a star addition to their pig racing channel, this character is set to capture hearts and amplify the excitement of LOP’s dynamic racing content. This collaboration has not only amplified the reach of our work but also given fans an inside look at how HelixEdit revolutionized the creation of this beloved character. The LOP fan base has been instrumental in driving excitement around this project, and we’re thrilled to have them along for the journey.
A Glimpse into the Future
As we prepare to launch HelixEdit, the pig character stands as a testament to what’s possible with this revolutionary tool. Whether you’re in game development, cinematic production, or any field that demands high-quality digital doubles, HelixEdit is poised to redefine the industry standard.
Stay tuned for the official launch of HelixEdit and witness how it can transform your creative process. For now, we invite you to take a closer look at our pig character in action watch here.
Let’s redefine character creation together.