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April 20 2023

Meet Your Mech: Mech Assembly is LiveđŸŠŸ

12 months. 6 Quests. 17.5+ billion possible Mech combos. 

Your Mech-building journey comes to an end here at The Snap Shack, now open for business. Prepare for the ultimate Assembly experience, featuring cutting-edge technology, an immersive story, and a whole lot of future-proof, metaverse-ready 3D assets😉

Join the hype by attending our live Mech Assembly Party, happening LIVE now at 1:00 PM CST/6:00 PM UTC, complete with special guests, big announcements, and a chance to win a Genesis Mech customized LIVE by OG cryptoartist and CyberBrokers CEO and Founder Josie Bellini👀

Plus, join us at our Genesis Mech Q&A TONIGHT at 8:00 PM CST/1:00 AM UTC. Come hang in Discord Voice for a special Genesis Mech session, where we'll answer all your burning questions. Open to both holders and non-holders, so bring your Qs and we'll bring the As.

Itching to start creating with your Mech? Be sure to check out our Bounties up for grabs and keep reading for more info on how you can get paid for building within the CyberBrokers universe. 

Build Your Mech at The Snap Shack

Step inside The Snap Shack and meet S.N.A.P., short for Super Nice Assembly Processor. S.N.A.P. is a collector extraordinaire who spends his time digging around the Digital Trash Bin of The Paradigm and he has everything you need to build your ultimate Mech. 

Here’s the TL;DR:

  • Head to https://snap.cyberbrokers.com/

  • Connect your wallet that contains your revealed Mech Parts

  • Select the Parts you’d like to use to build your Mech

  • Be sure to use our Color Picker to customize your Mech with any color. Simply click on the Mech Part you’d like to change the color of and select the hue you’d like

  • Make your Mech your own by selecting its own unique name from thousands of possible name combos. Get unlimited re-rolls to find the perfect moniker

  • Don’t forget to share your shiny, new Genesis Mech by tagging @CyberBrokers_ on Twitter

Step-By-Step Assembly Instructions

Step 1: Head to The Snap Shack and connect your wallet

You must connect with the wallet that holds all your revealed TPL Mech Parts and Mech Afterglows.

Step 2: Navigate to your Inventory 

Make sure you have all the revealed Mech Parts you need to assemble your Mech. You should have at least: 

  • 1 Engine

  • 1 Head

  • 1 Body

  • 1 Leg

  • 2 Arms

  • 1 Afterglow

Remember that the Model (Enforcer, Ravager, Behemoth, Lupis, Nexus) of your Engine must be the same Model as 2x of your other Mech Parts. You can also check out the Stats for each of your Parts in your Inventory before assembling.

Step 3: Build your Mech

Select the revealed Parts you’d like to assemble your Mech. Click and drag to rotate and see a full, 360-overview of what your Mech will look like.

You’ll be able to preview your Mech’s Stats as you add and remove Parts. If you’re lucky, you might end up with a combo that makes your Mech nearly unstoppable. Get more info on this estimate by checking out the panel on the right side of your screen. 

Step 4: Add a splash of color

Time to get creative. Hover over each Mech Part in the preview to bring up the Color Picker tool and select the hue you’d like.

Step 5: Name your Mech

Customize your Mech like never before by choosing its very own unique name from a list of thousands of possible combinations. Our random generator will provide you with unlimited rerolls to help you find the perfect moniker. 

How does our naming mechanism work? The formula used for generating your Mech Name will depend on the Style of your Mech’s Head. The words to populate the formula will depend on the Styles of all the Mech Parts you've chosen to assemble your Mech.

Click “Generate New Registration IDs” to refresh your name options. But remember, generating new Registration IDs will clear the names currently available to you, and there’s no guarantee you’ll see those names again.

 

Step 6: Finalize your Mech

When you’re happy with your chosen Parts, colors, and name, click “Assemble My Mech” and then “Confirm” to proceed to Assembly and get minting. Then simply wait for S.N.A.P. to assemble your Mech.

Step 7: Marvel at your Mech

Ta-da! S.N.A.P. will reveal your shiny, new Genesis Mech. Access your Mech’s full summary of Stats, and toggle views between the 2D and the 3D version.

Step 8: Share your assembled Genesis Mech with the world

Show off your Genesis Mech by sharing on Twitter and tagging @CyberBrokers_. You might even be featured on the CyberBrokers account! We can’t wait to see what Mech you decided to assembleđŸ”„

What’s Next?

It’s all up to you! Once you’re done with the Assembly, CyberBrokers Genesis Mechs come ready to go with fully-rigged 3D assets that can be used in a variety of applications, including metaverse worlds, games, and 3D creation. With each Mech, you'll receive a variety of 3D asset types, including:

  • GLB -  1k, 2k, and 4k resolution

  • VRM 0.0 and VRM 1.0 - 1k, 2k, and 4k resolution

  • Info.json, which contains information about the files above, including polycount and size

And coming soon after launch, you'll have access to GLB and VRM files with resolution options ranging from 1k to 8k. 

This level of customization ensures that you can use your mech for all your hobbies and interests, whether it is film making or hanging out in a virtual world with friends. 

Ready to start creating? Check out our tutorial on how to Import, Pose, & Render your Mech in Blender and be sure to share your creations with us on Twitter by tagging @CyberBrokers_.

Behind The Mech Tech

At CyberBrokers, we love tackling complex challenges, and creating Genesis Mechs was no exception. To make it happen, we had to develop novel code that correctly identifies and labels each Mech part, automates the snapping process, ensures proper pivoting, and combines all Parts into a mintable Mech. The framework can accommodate varying 3D skeletal structures, allowing for the 17.5+ billion possible configurations.

We're incredibly proud of the technical and creative breakthrough we've achieved in 3D modeling and animation in the NFT space. Our commitment to pushing boundaries and delivering innovative collectibles and experiences that empower our community to explore, create, and connect in the open metaverse drives us forward. We can't wait to see the incredible creations you'll design with this level of customization and interoperability.

Stay tuned for a more detailed blog that delves deeper into the technical journey we took to bring Genesis Mechs to life.

Bounties Up For Grabs

The Cyberbrokers universe is powered by our incredible community. That's why we're offering bounties for community-led projects that will take CyberBrokers to the next level. 500 $USDC will be awarded to the best submission for each of the below bounties. We can’t wait to see your creativity ✹

We are also thrilled to announce the creation of our new Alpha Command Post for 3D Creators. Our aim is to bring together a diverse group of individuals with a variety of skills to build and create together within the CyberBrokers universe. If you have expertise in 3D creation, technology, software, or animation, you can learn more about how you can join our 3D Creator Alpha Command Post here.

Up to 10 applicants will be selected as founding members and will receive a specially-minted Ravager Level Mech as a reward. You don't need to own CyberBrokers assets to apply!

FAQs

How many pieces are required to assemble a Mech? 

7 total Parts are required to assemble a Mech. 1 Engine, 1 Head, 1 Body, 1 Pair of Legs, 2 Arms, and 1 Afterglow. The Engine must be the same Model as at least 2 other Parts, and determines the Model of the assembled Mech. The remaining Parts can be of any Model.

Is there a difference between an Arm and Pirated Arm Firmware part?

No. For the Mech Reveal and Assembly process, there is no difference between either of these Parts. Both are considered Arm Parts.

Where can I find more information on Mechs?

Watch our Mechs 101 video or read the Mechs 101 blog for the basics. Then see our blog for more information on Mech Part Reveal.

What files do I get with my completed Mech? 

You will receive fully-rigged, downloadable 3D files of your Mech that will enable you to build for the metaverse. With each Mech, you'll receive a variety of 3D asset types, including GLB, VRM 0.0, and VRM 1.0 in 1k, 2k, and 4k resolution, with even more options becoming available over the coming months. Soon, you'll have access to GLB and VRM files with resolution options ranging from 1k to 8k. 

How do I access my Mech files?

To access files immediately upon minting, simply head to your Mech’s page on OpenSea and check its Description. Mechs will very soon be integrated into The Core, where you'll natively be able to explore Mech profiles, browse your Mech inventory, and download its accompanying files. Check back soon!

Once fully assembled and minted, can I change my Mech later on? 

Yes. Feel confident building your Mech knowing you can disassemble it for Parts and reassemble it whenever you’d like. Upgrade your Mech with higher Model Parts, swap out your Afterglow for something more your style, or change your custom colors, all with our disassemble feature - coming soon.

Where can I use my Mech? 

It’s all up to you! With the 3D files provided, you can create animations out of your Mech, or participate in partner worlds already supported such as MOCA and Mona. We’re also bringing them to Nifty Island real soon. Stay tuned as we've got even more epic partnerships in the works. You can check out all the info about using your Mech in our partner worlds here.

In the future, your Mech will give you access to a CyberBrokers-exclusive narrative-driven experience, where you can complete missions, earn resources through gameplay, and craft one-of-a-kind NFTs inspired by our ever-growing universe.

How do Mech Stats work?

Each of your Mech Parts (excluding your Afterglow) has a Power, Speed, and Endurance Stat ranging from 0 to 5. As you assemble your Mech, the Stats of each of your six Parts combine for a total of 0 to 30 for your fully assembled Mech. Once you've minted your Mech, it will reveal an additional Ability based on the Style of your chosen Parts. This Ability will augment your Mech's Stats in our future narrative-driven experience where you'll complete missions, earn resources, and craft unique NFTs inspired by our universe, all with the help of your Mech.

More Questions? 

For everything you need to know about Genesis Mechs, head to our Info page here. And always feel free to hop into our Discord if you have any additional questions.

Join us in revolutionizing the NFT space with Genesis Mechs - the ultimate customizable collectibles for the open metaverse, only at CyberBrokers. Head on over to The Snap Shack to start assembling. đŸŠŸ