Chinese Characters Crossover - Xin Qi Ji
PROJECT BACKGROUND
'This project is to design Chinese historical figures in unique styles and create models for 3D model printing. The objective of the project is to represent the re-created stories with 3D model printings. 5 characters, namely Qiu Jin, Du Fu, Qu Yuan, Sima Qian, and Xin QiJi, were selected by the Chinese History Education Centre. The styles adapted included Fairy Tale, Magic World, Deep Sea Reborn, Steampunk, and Cyberpunk. In the alternative universal plot, the background story of each character was based on Chinese history.'
PROJECT CONCEPT
'The story started when the war broke out among the empires of Jin and Song, except in an alternative parallel universe where technology is expected to skyrocket in 2140. The souls could be relocated in mechanical bodies, making immortality possible. Due to technology, people’s mindsets were naïve. It’s a time when the rich manipulated the society, which later leads to revolution. Xin QiJi is a fearless, loyal, ambitious military commander of the Jin empire. After being betrayed by the government and resurrected as a cyber warrior, he joined the rebellion when the war broke out.'