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RAMIZAH AZHARI (85516)

Mr. Johnny's presentation was very helpful. He explained the steps before animation clearly. He also talked about the game animation process and the gameplay animation pipeline. Larian Studio works 24 hours a day, even with teams in other countries. Mr. Johnny discussed motion capture (MoCap) and how it helps make animations look real and in MoCap rooms should be without mirrors. He also mentioned the software used in the industry and gave advice on making a good resume. Overall, I learned a lot about game animation from Mr. Johnny's presentation.

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Danial (99902)

Regarding to Mr. Johnny talk, we given an introduction about their company and what they do. Their company mainly use motion capture for most of their game character animation. This explain why most of character game movement are very realistic and very fluid. Even this method are easier to animate, but it also come with cons where the cost for the equipment even for the cheaper one are very expensive and they need a sensitive sensor to detect the tracker.

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Amalina 100266

In Mr. Johnny’s talk from Larian Studio, I learned how motion capture (mocap) can add realistic detail to animation, especially for lifelike characters in games. He explained how mocap captures subtle movements, like weight shifts and facial expressions, which helps make characters feel real and relatable. Mr. Johnny also highlighted the teamwork involved, where animators, actors, and directors collaborate to bring characters to life. I found it inspiring to hear about the actors’ role in conveying emotions, not just actions. While there are technical challenges like managing data and fixing glitches, his insights showed us how mocap can improve storytelling in animation, and it encouraged me to explore this technique in my own work.

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Amelia Jaslina (98107)

Reflecting on the talk about using motion capture in game development, I found it fascinating how this technology enhances the realism and immersion of gaming experiences. The speaker emphasized the intricate process of capturing human movements and translating them into digital animations, which not only brings characters to life but also allows for more dynamic storytelling.

I was particularly struck by the collaborative nature of the process, where animators, actors, and developers work together to create authentic movements that resonate with players. This synergy highlights the importance of creativity and technology in modern game design.

Moreover, the discussion on the future of motion capture—such as the integration of AI and real-time rendering—opened my eyes to the endless possibilities for innovation. Overall, the talk reinforced my appreciation for the art and science behind game development and left me excited to see how motion capture will continue to evolve in the industry.

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Lyonna Laibon 79927

After the talk by Mr Johnny from Larian Studio, I've learned about the various steps in creating motion capture animation in the gaming industry. He explains in detail the animation pipeline and how character movement in games work; in this case, Baldur's Gate 3 in-game characters. I've also learned that communication is very important in managing mocap production as it requires a lot of cross-department collaboration. Teamwork is also obviously important too as mocap animation requires a lot of process to go through and requires technical and artistic skills from different people in order to create a compelling and realistic motion capture animation.

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LEE ZHENGJUN (84306)

After the presentation by Johnny from Larian Studio’s workflow, I realized the importance of teamwork. Their constant communication ensures smooth project execution, and their attention to detail, especially in motion capture setup and calibration, highlights their professionalism. Their flexible 24 hour work schedule and ability to draw inspiration from daily life are refreshing. From their project presentations, I’ve learned valuable résumé tips such as showcase your best work clearly and concisely, avoid excessive flashiness, and let personal projects highlight your creativity. Larian’s success has inspired me to maintain professionalism, focus, and innovation in both my creative process and career development.

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Wong Lee Bin 102259

What i learn from Mr Johnny from Larian Studio:

~ i learn that teamwork of a team is very important to achieve the successful even it is just a small project like Mr Johnny said they will help each other to MoCap while his member is having problem on leg.

~ I learn that Larian Studio is a friendly studio for the internship too.^_^

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VERONICA HEN 102246

In this lecture, I learned how games are made in the gaming industry, as well as how to design characters and use motion capture technology to accurately match each character's unique personality and movements. I also learned which software is commonly used in the industry.

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AASON CHIN (101474)

After listening to the presentation by Mr. Johnny from Larian Studio, I learned quite a bit. First, the studio is composed of different departments, each with its own tasks. For example, the animation team is responsible for creating the movements of characters or idle NPCs, such as street newspaper vendors, clowns, and more. A large team requires clear divisions of labor to ensure the smooth progress of the project.

Mr. Johnny also introduced the hiring criteria and necessary preparations for Larian Studio, such as showcasing work, self-introduction, skills, and more. This gave me some useful advice and ideas for improving my resume.

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wujue（101421）

This livestream taught me that a good team not only requires each individual to have strong skills, but more importantly, it relies on the collaboration between each person and the team, as well as the cooperation between different teams. What Johny mentioned during the livestream about how teams from different regions and time zones coordinate to form a 24/7 online team really surprised me.

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JONIVIE GWYNETH_101776

From this presentation I learnt about how the studio worked at an international level. The 24 hour work cycle in which teams from different parts of the world worked on the same project albeit from different time zones where they have to align their working hours to a cycle shows that they are very adaptive and gained an advantage from it. This comes at the cost of requiring constant communication everyday which is an advantage for gaining feedbacks for improvements and fixes for their games.

As for the company's interest in talents their way of presentation is brief, short and emphasizes on the main topic suggests a very practical mindset in showcasing provides a good insight into the working attitude for a student to learn from.

In terms of creativity, while the studio prioritize cooperation in making assets and developing it still allows individual artists to provide their take on ideas or a concept, they are encouraged to communicate their ideas, to have a discussion

before approval and it has a lot of nuances before proceeding. Hierarchy of authority and power within the staff made sure that something is being made in a timely manner without ideations being stuck only in discussions.

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NAZIFAH (101931)

After Mr. Johnny's presentation from Larian Studio, I learned a lot about the gaming and animation industry. He explained how motion capture (mocap) is used to record actors' movements and turn them into animated characters, which was really interesting. He also gave us a behind-the-scenes look at how different teams work together in a company like Larian Studio.

Mr. Johnny shared useful tips for improving 3D animation skills, like staying updated on new tools and paying attention to detail. He also gave advice on how to create a strong resume, emphasizing the importance of highlighting relevant skills, projects, and internships.

Overall, the presentation helped me better understand the industry and gave me practical advice on how to prepare for a career in game design and animation

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Today’s talk was very productive and I have learnt a few new things. One of them being the usual gameplay animation assets in gaming studios. Locomotion, combat, reaction, statuses and custom animations are very important for a game to have its own personality and entertaining. Another thing I learnt from the talk today is how to create a good reel to apply for gaming studios. Showing your best works at the earlier parts of your reel really makes your talent shine. Putting projects relating to the gaming studio you are apply is also a good tip to apply during the reel making, as it can really sell yourself more, instead of putting projects unrelated to the job you are applying. Having a good LinkedIn page is also very important, as it is also a form of resume for the companies that want to hire you.

Overall, I think this talk gave a lot of useful advice, especially for animation students like us, who will go intern in the future.

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CLAIRES M. LICUDINE (98532)

What I have learnt from Johnny's presentation today is about Larian Studio's unique 24-Hour Production Cycle. Not only it shows that the whole production crew around the world is involved in the production pipeline, but it also gives the crew a manageable work hour.

In addition, I have also learnt about the behind-the-scenes in mo-cap animation, as well as the preparation needed in order to create a great mo-cap footage that can be used as gameplay animation.

He has also shared the process of a job application in Larian Studo. He has also shared tips to make a reel that can hook the company.

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Clement Ngu 98549

What I learned from Johny's talk today is that their studio's success in games is due to their teamwork. They have a well-organized distribution of tasks and a strict schedule. Most importantly, communication skills are essential. that mean We can't take on everything by one person; we must seek learning opportunities from those around us. When faced with challenges, it's important to ask questions. If we're not proactive in interacting with others, it could end up ruining a project.

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Senny 102143

From what I've learned today, aside from drawing and art skill, teamwork and effort is crucial in the industry. As for motion capture, it requires a lot of work, preparation and set up before getting into the work to make sure nothing is out of place and causing issues during the capturing session. Lastly, Johny also mentioned that we should always look at things from a different angle, it's true that getting advice from professionals are important, but sometimes the little things in life can also play an important role in motion capture.

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Ericca

Develop your skill with industry standard software is helpful for your resume if you are applying for a bigger and professional company. For example, Blender is mostly used for 3d modeling these days but Autodesk Maya is still the industry standard because of its technology that makes it easy for the files to integrate with other software.

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Please post your reflection after Johny's talk. Share with everyone at least ONE thing you learned from the webinar.