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| World of Warcraft® character as a fully detailed 3D replica.
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FigurePrints - What We Do...
We can recreate your favorite World of Warcraft® character as a fully detailed 3D replica rivaling the beauty of any miniature figure ever made. Using 3D modeling techniques pioneered by special effects houses and manufacturing technology that allows even the most complicated of these models to be created, FigurePrints can bring your fully outfitted, one-of-a-kind World of Warcraft® character to your doorstep. Here’s how:
Select your character: Tell us your character name and realm and we will take a snapshot of your character as he/she appears on Blizzard Entertainment®'s Armory website.
Outfit your gear: We give you the option of outfitting any of the gear that you currently possess for that character. Pick and choose the gear that shows them at their most epic!
Order your FigurePrint: Then let us create your fully customized World of Warcraft® character replica using our 3D modeling and next-gen fabrication techniques.
Your 3D World of Warcraft® FigurePrint will then arrive at your doorstep in a protective glass dome ready to accompany you on your adventures!
FAQs:
What are FigurePrints?
FigurePrints are one-of-a-kind, custom statues of your World of Warcraft® characters created using high-tech 3D color printing machines. Our artists pull your character from the virtual world and bring it to life.
How are FigurePrints created?
Our servers grab your latest character data from the World of Warcraft Armory, create a custom 3D model, and then let you pose it any way you like. Once you are happy with the way it looks you simply hit “Print” and our proprietary software prepares the model for printing. Our artists finish the process, turning your selection into a high-quality collectible. Once it has passed our artists’ inspection, your print is packaged carefully and shipped directly to your home.
I was with you up to the “printed” part. How do you print a statue?
We use technology previously reserved for the manufacturing industry, called rapid prototyping machines, to convert three dimensional computer models into physical objects. The electronic version of your FigurePrint is cut up into more than a thousand very thin slices. The printer creates a slice at a time and the slices are stacked on top of each other to form the final three dimensional statue that we call a FigurePrint. We remove it from the machine, hand finish it, mount it in a glass display case and it’s ready to go.
What are FigurePrints made of?
They are built out of a plaster-like powder that is then bonded and sealed to make it strong and colorful.
Will the character be exactly as I see it on the screen?
It will be very close, but not exactly the same. Please remember that to create these pieces of art, there are several stages that our artists and machines must complete to translate game data to a physical model. Our custom software, along with our art team, interprets the model data from the game and transforms it into a physical representation of the character. This interpretation includes increasing the resolution, identifying and thickening certain aspects of each model that are too thin to print, brightening the colors, and sharpening small details to enhance your individual FigurePrint.
During the final pass our artists may tweak the angle and position of the weapons and armor to make a stronger and more aesthetically pleasing final statue. They may also need to add additional support elements to make sure that the print is stable given the gear and/or pose you have chosen.
How big are FigurePrints?
We create the figures at 1:18 scale. In the game a human warrior is about 6 feet tall. At 1:18 scale that means the corresponding FigurePrint would be about 4 inches tall, not counting the base it is standing on.
How much do they cost?
$99.95 plus $14.95 Shipping and Handling to any address in the US and Canada.
Okay, how do I buy one?
Because of the overwhelming demand and because each of our prints is hand crafted, we are forced to limit availability. The order process begins with creating an account on the FigurePrints.com website. This will enter you into the drawing for FigurePrints creation during that time frame. Once that account sign up period ends, we will randomly select customers based on capacity for creation. After that wave of FigurePrints is created, we will once again open up our drawing period to the next group of players. If you are selected to have your FigurePrint created, you will receive an email communication from us and you are on your way to owning your very own FigurePrint!
What if I don’t get selected to order one? What happens then?
You will receive an email after each drawing date letting you know that you were not selected for a FigurePrint this drawing period. If you would like to re-enter into the next drawing period, you will need to go back to FigurePrints.com to opt in again.
I opted in during the last drawing period and didn’t get one. Does that mean I’m automatically opted in for the next drawing period? Why?
If you are not selected during a drawing period, you must opt in again once the next drawing period opens. This was the best way to ensure that a player who is actively entering in each drawing period is not competing against a player who entered in the past but may not be interested anymore.
I just got chosen to create a FigurePrint! What do I do now?
You will receive an email notification stating that you can now create a FigurePrint. That email will contain instructions on what to do next and will also include a reminder as to the expiration of your slot in that production wave.
What is a drawing period? How long are they? What is a draw date?
A drawing period is the period of time that FigurePrints will be accepting opt-ins and new account signups for the current production wave. These drawing periods typically last around 30 days, with draw dates occurring monthly. A draw date is the day that FigurePrints.com will take all opt-ins and new account signups created during that particular drawing period and randomly select the accounts that will have a chance to create a FigurePrint. Once a draw date has passed, the next drawing period will begin.
Please check the homepage of www.FigurePrints.com for information on the current drawing period and the next draw date.
How long will it take after I order to receive my FigurePrint?
It typically takes 30 to 60 days from the time you place your order.
Why can’t I get it right now?
As a work of art, the FigurePrints product requires a great deal of individual time and effort. Trying to rush the process would be detrimental to the quality of the product.
Why do you do drawings? Why isn’t it first come, first served?
In an effort to provide the greatest number of players access to FigurePrints, we chose to use a randomized drawing system. That way, each player who registers has an equal chance to own one of these amazing pieces of art.
How many can I order if I’ve been selected?
You will only be able to create one FigurePrint for each time your FigurePrint account is randomly selected.
I was selected to create a FigurePrint this drawing period, but don’t want to purchase one anymore. Can I transfer my FigurePrints slot to someone else?
No. It is not possible to transfer your spot in production to anyone else because it is tied to your FigurePrints account. Therefore, if you decide against the purchase after being selected, the spot reserved for you is cancelled. This means that a forfeited spot will also not be filled/replaced with an additional drawing.
I was selected to create a FigurePrint this drawing period, but I want to hold onto it and save it for later. Can I do this?
No. Each invitation to return to FigurePrints.com and create a figure has an expiration of two weeks from the draw date. Once that two week window has closed, your ability to create a FigurePrint expires.
I was lucky and had previously created a FigurePrint. Am I automatically out of the running to make future ones? Do I have a lower percentage chance of getting selected during future drawing periods since I’ve already made one?
Having been randomly selected and successfully creating a FigurePrint in the past has no effect on your chances of getting chosen in future drawing periods. Each drawing period and subsequent draw date is completely random and is generated from the opt-ins and new account signups particular to that period.
Will I be charged to just create an account and opt-in?
No. There is no charge to create an account or opt-in to drawing periods.
What is the refund/exchange policy?
Because FigurePrints are considered customizable art pieces, they are non-refundable items. Should a FigurePrint break prior to you receiving it you must:
Contact FigurePrints.com as soon as you have received it and noticed that your print has been damaged in shipping. DO NOT remove the glass dome and break the seal. Doing so voids your ability to return the print, and exchanges will be done on a case by case basis.
Show proof that the tamper evident seal at the bottom of the product is not broken.
What are the plans to make this available to players in Europe and Asia?
We are currently planning on making FigurePrints available to players in Europe around March 2008. We are still working on a release date for players in Asia.
Are characters on Oceanic game realms going to be able to purchase a FigurePrint, or will that territory be rolled out later?
Yes, characters on Oceanic realms will be available at the launch of the service.
Why can’t I get my guild name or PVP rank on my FigurePrint? Do you have plans to do this in the future?
Due to the length of many of the guild names/ranks, we are unable to offer them at this time. Offering these as customizable aspects in the future is something we are exploring.
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shinjuru
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California | Re: World of Warcraft® character as a fully detailed 3D repl
Pretty cool idea. Around $100 isn't that bad, if you're into this kind of thing. | |
JIGA
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clubs: | Pretty neat but not really my cup-o-tea. | |
Archivis
Your Daddy
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Earth | reply to Harddrive
Do they have them in shadowform?
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hsindogg
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Re: World of Warcraft® character as a fully detailed
Shadowmeld Form = just the base for $100?! | |
bored_in_nh
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Stamping Ground, KY | they could do shadowform in smoked lexan. | |
Brazbit
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Re: World of Warcraft® character as a fully detailed 3D repl
I always thought something like this would sell like crazy. Back when I was first playing SWG I wondered why something like this couldn't be done since the 3D model already exists, just export it to a CAM device or rapid prototyper and there you go. People put so much time into their characters that this seemed like a natural progression. Especially in SWG with it's massive character customization, WoW is simple in comparison.
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