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status: complete
priority: P3
owner: Michael
created: 2026-03-20
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# Task #61: AI-Generated Minecraft Skins for The Trinity

**Status:** PENDING  
**Priority:** MEDIUM  
**Time Estimate:** 1-2 hours (experimentation + refinement)  
**Created:** March 20, 2026 (by The Guide, Chronicler #35)

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## OBJECTIVE

Generate custom Minecraft player skins for all three founders (Michael, Meg, Holly) that match their appearances in The Trinity promotional image.

**Why this matters:**
- Visual consistency across all Firefrost branding
- Founders recognizable in-game on servers
- Promotional content (videos, screenshots) shows branded characters
- Community identity and immersion

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## CHARACTERS TO CREATE

### 1. The Wizard (Michael/Frost)
- **Element:** Frost/Ice
- **Colors:** Deep blue (#4ECDC4), ice blue (#C7F0DB), silver accents
- **Design:** Blue robes with ice crystal patterns, hooded, frost magic theme
- **Reference:** Left character in The Trinity image

### 2. The Emissary (Meg/Fire)
- **Element:** Fire/Flame
- **Colors:** Orange (#FF6B35), red (#E63946), gold trim (#FFD700)
- **Design:** Orange/red robes with flame patterns, flowing design, ember accents
- **Reference:** Right character in The Trinity image

### 3. The Catalyst (Holly/Arcane)
- **Element:** Arcane Storm/Purple Magic
- **Colors:** Deep purple (#9D4EDD), violet (#C77DFF), lavender (#E0AAFF)
- **Design:** Purple robes with arcane patterns, mystical symbols, glowing details
- **Reference:** Center character in The Trinity image

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## APPROACH

**Strategy:** Experiment with AI generation first, commission professional artist if needed.

### Phase 1: AI Generation (Recommended First Attempt)

**Tool:** Flux 1.1 Pro via fal.ai

**Why Flux?**
- We already have access
- Excellent at following detailed prompts
- Can generate pixel art style
- Fast iteration

**Process:**
1. Use the three optimized prompts (see PROMPTS.md)
2. Generate one skin at a time
3. Download results
4. Evaluate quality

**Expected challenges:**
- AI might generate character portraits instead of skin templates
- Format might not be exact 64x64 Minecraft layout
- May need manual touch-ups

### Phase 2: Refinement

**Tool:** Nova Skin editor (novaskin.me) - free web-based skin editor

**Steps:**
1. Import AI-generated image to Nova Skin
2. Verify it matches Minecraft skin template format
3. Adjust pixels if needed (clean up artifacts)
4. Ensure proper front/back/side/top/bottom layout
5. Export as .png (64x64 or 128x128 for HD)

### Phase 3: Testing

**In-game verification:**
1. Upload skin to Minecraft profile (minecraft.net/profile)
2. Log into Firefrost server
3. Check appearance from all angles
4. Verify colors look right in different lighting
5. Get feedback from team (Meg, Holly)

### Phase 4: Backup Plan (Commission)

**If AI doesn't produce usable results:**

**Platform:** Fiverr or BuiltByBit marketplace

**Commission Request Template:**
```
I need 3 custom Minecraft player skins matching this reference image (The Trinity).

Characters needed:
1. Frost Wizard - blue robes, ice theme
2. Fire Mage - orange/red robes, flame theme  
3. Arcane Sorcerer - purple robes, magic theme

Deliverables:
- 3 .png skin files (Minecraft Java format)
- HD versions if possible (128x128)
- Matching the color palette and style of reference image

Budget: $15-30 total
Deadline: 5-7 days
```

**Attach:** The Trinity image as reference

**Expected cost:** $5-10 per skin, $15-30 total

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## DELIVERABLES

**Files to create:**
1. `the-wizard-frost-skin.png` (Michael's skin)
2. `the-emissary-fire-skin.png` (Meg's skin)
3. `the-catalyst-arcane-skin.png` (Holly's skin)

**Save location:** 
- Operations manual: `branding/minecraft-skins/`
- Git commit with message: "assets: Add Trinity Minecraft skins"

**Documentation:**
- Update this README with results and lessons learned
- Note which method worked (AI vs commission)
- Document any tweaks needed

**Implementation:**
- Upload to Minecraft profiles for Michael, Meg, Holly
- Test in-game on Firefrost servers
- Use in promotional screenshots/videos

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## TOOLS & RESOURCES

### AI Generation
- **fal.ai** - Flux 1.1 Pro access (already have account)
- Prompts in `PROMPTS.md` in this directory

### Skin Editing
- **Nova Skin** (novaskin.me) - free web editor, no account needed
- **Minecraft Skin Editor** (minecraftskins.com)
- **Blockbench** (advanced 3D editor if needed)

### Skin Upload
- **Minecraft.net Profile** - Official skin upload (Java Edition)
- Test on Firefrost server before finalizing

### Commission Platforms (if needed)
- **Fiverr** - Search "minecraft skin custom"
- **BuiltByBit** (formerly SpigotMC) - Minecraft marketplace
- **PlanetMinecraft** - Skin artists available

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## SUCCESS CRITERIA

✅ **Must have:**
- 3 skins matching The Trinity characters
- Proper Minecraft format (64x64 minimum)
- Fire/Frost/Catalyst color schemes accurate
- Work in Minecraft Java Edition

✅ **Nice to have:**
- HD versions (128x128 for better detail)
- Matching accessories (capes if applicable)
- Variants (with/without hoods, different poses)

✅ **Quality check:**
- Skins look good from all angles in-game
- Colors match The Trinity image branding
- Team (Michael, Meg, Holly) approve
- Recognizable as the three founders

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## DEPENDENCIES

**Required:**
- The Trinity image (`/mnt/user-data/uploads/The_Trinity.png` or from Task #57)
- fal.ai access for Flux 1.1 Pro
- Minecraft Java Edition for testing

**Blocked by:** None - can start immediately

**Blocks:** None - this is enhancement/branding work

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## NOTES & LESSONS LEARNED

*(To be filled in after completion)*

**What worked:**
- [Document AI generation results]
- [Document refinement process]
- [Document in-game testing feedback]

**What didn't work:**
- [Document failed approaches]
- [Document challenges with AI output]

**Recommendations for future skin work:**
- [Best practices discovered]
- [Tools that worked best]

**Time actual:** [Fill in when complete]

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## RELATED TASKS

- **Task #57:** The Trinity - Commit to Branding Assets
- **Task #58:** The Trinity - Upload to Ghost CMS
- **Task #59:** The Trinity - Add to Homepage Origin Story
- **Task #60:** The Trinity - Social Media Deployment

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## ATTACHMENTS

See `PROMPTS.md` in this directory for the three optimized Flux 1.1 Pro prompts.

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**Created by:** The Guide (Chronicler #35)  
**Date:** March 20, 2026  
**Status:** Ready to begin
