Creating Realistic Characters with iClone 6: A Step-by-Step Guide

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Introduction

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iClone 6 has revolutionized the world of character creation by making it easier than ever to bring your visions to life. With its user-friendly interface and powerful features, you can create realistic characters in no time.

In this tutorial, we will be focusing on how to import CT8 generated heads from iClone 7 into an existing iClone 6 project using the Character Creator (CC) tool.

Prerequisites

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Before starting this guide, ensure that:

1. You have a copy of iClone 6 installed on your computer.

2. The CT8 head you wish to import has been created using iClone 7's Character Animator or any other compatible software capable of exporting in the .CTB file format.

Step-by- Step Instructions

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### Importing and Setting up the Head

1. Open iClone 6 on your computer.

2. In the main menu, navigate to File > Import

3. From the import dialog box that appears, select Character as the file type and click Next

4. Navigate to the location where you saved the CT8 head and double-click on it to open.

### Attaching the Head to a Character Base

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1. In the asset browser panel located on the left-hand side, expand the Characters folder.

2. Double-click on an existing character base model that matches your desired character's appearance.

3. With the head selected in the scene hierarchy, simply drag and drop it onto the character body part you wish to attach it too (usually the Head or Neck).

Tips & Tricks

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* Ensure compatibility: Remember that these CT8 generated heads will only work with CC base model characters from iClone 6 or later versions. They may not be compatible with G6 or previous generation characters.

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With this comprehensive guide, you should now have a solid understanding of how to import and attach realistic character heads into your existing iCube productions using iClone 7 assets within the safety net of iClone 6's intuitive interface.

Whether you're an experienced animation professional looking for ways to speed up production time or just starting out in this exciting field, iClone has got everything covered under one roof - 'Where Art Meets Technology'!

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