Preface Introduction

What is Live2d? How to create a Live2D model using an expression technique called Live2D, which can inject vitality into illustrations and achieve 2D three-dimensional expression. Since its launch in 2008, Live2D has been applied in numerous applications, compatible with mobile operating systems such as iOS and Android, home game consoles, game development environment Unity, and other applications. In addition, it is also used in a wide range of applications, such as being integrated into communication tools for events and real-time streaming videos. Put it in a more understandable way,Live2D is a drawing and rendering technology applied to electronic gamesGenerate a three-dimensional model similar to a two-dimensional image through a series of continuous images and character modeling. It is very useful for adventure games with animation style as the main theme. This technology was developed by Guyzware, a Japanese company. Live2D was formerly known as the TORA system, and its derivative technology is the OIU system. Www.live2d.jp is the official website of Live2d, www.live2d.com

Technical features

Fine and three-dimensional movement of the ‘image’ itself

Live2D is often compared to 3D, but unlike 3D models based on the original image, Live2D can directly process the original image as material, so it can directly utilize the charm of 3D models to create images. Can express. The presentation technology of Live2D makes the drawn images lively, creates a synergistic effect, and further deepens the emotional connection to the work.

By moving the original image as it is, both the author and fans will feel happy

Many works that use Live2D include original works such as light novels and 2D animations, as well as original paintings by famous illustrators. This is thanks to the unique charm of Live2D, which allows you to express yourself in a three-dimensional and interactive way while preserving the image and texture of the original work and images. By using the original image as it is, the visual effect will satisfy creators and fans who want to cherish the image of the work.

Even in media development, unify the image of the work

Today, it is not uncommon to see various developments on the basis of the original in various media. However, vision is a different image for every medium. With Live2D, you can develop multiple media such as videos, applications, and games in one model, achieving a unified visual image.

Version comparison:It introduces the functional differences between Live2D Cubism Professional Edition and Free Edition. In the PRO version, almost all modeling and animation features can be used without restrictions. https://www.live2d.com/comparison/

Educational discounts

Live2D offers a Live2D student discount program to students and teachers across China. Through this program, you can purchase a 3-year contract at a 76% discount.

Live2D Education Discount Official Website Links for Other Countries： https://www.live2d.jp/en/eng/student-discount/

Students without school email can now use the student discount program! Now you can apply using ISIC (International Student ID).

The normal price is ¥ 36720 263.10 USD (calculated at today’s exchange rate). The student discount price is ¥ 8812 63.14 USD (calculated at today’s exchange rate)

China Live2D Education Discount Official Website Link： https://www.live2d.jp/chn/student-discount

Even without a dedicated email address for educational institutions, students can still apply for discounts. Live2D now supports the use of the “Student Information Network Verification Code” to apply for student discounts.

Normal price ¥ 36720 1882.89 CNY (real-time exchange rate) Student discount price ¥ 8812 451.85 CNY (real-time exchange rate)

We do not accept email addresses outside of the eligible domain.

Live2D Inc. reserves the right to update the list of eligible domains.

※ Only applicable to Live2D Cubism PRO for indie-3-Year Plan.

After graduation, you can continue to use the software until the subscription period ends.

prerequisites

In order to use the Live2D student discount program, the following conditions apply. Must meetLive2D Student Discount ProgramThe conditions.
Must be a student or faculty member and have a valid school email address. The school email address must include the domain of the top or second tier educational institution.Please refer to the terms and conditions
List of qualified domains in.

Even if your email address does not include an eligible educational domain, your educational institution may still be included in the program. Please try entering your email address to see if it meets the criteria.The coupon for this program is only available at Live2D Store/ENEffective.

Live2D Student Discount Program Terms and Conditions

Live2D Student Discount Program Terms and Conditions

In order to qualify for the Live2D Student Discount Program, you must agree to the following terms and conditions

1. Eligibility

This program is open to the following students, education faculty and staff who can prove their eligibility by the specified methods:

• Students in elementary, middle, high school, university or vocational schools, and students who have been accepted to these schools.
• Students in a University / College Preparatory School
• Faculty and staff at elementary, middle, high school, university and Students enrolled in

※Students enrolled in Short-term correspondence courses and online courses are not eligible.

※Job training and recruitment companies are not eligible for this program.

※Alumni and Alumnae are not eligible to apply for this program.

2. Proof of eligibility

In order to prove your eligibility, you must have a legitimate email address that includes the below educational institutions’ domains, and you must be able to apply for the program and receive email with that email address.

Top-level domain for educational institutions

.edu (List)

Second-level domains for educational institutions

.edu.xx (List)

.ac.xx (List)

Other Educational domains verified by Live2D Inc.

SeeRequest for Inclusion of School Email Domain

Note:

• If your email address provided by your educational institution does not contain .edu or .ac, you can submitRequest for Inclusion of School Email Domain – Live2D Student Discount Programto be potentially added to the eligible domain list.
• Live2D Inc. reserves the right to change the list of eligible educational institution domains at any time without notice.
• In case you do not have a school email address with an educational institution domain, you may apply with your ISIC student ID as a proof of eligibility. We only accept ISIC student ID for such proof, and not any other Student ID or card.

3. Reconfirming Proof of Eligibility

Even after the purchase of a product, Live2D Inc. reserves the right to reconfirm your eligibility for this program. If you do not cooperate with us, or if you are found to be ineligible, Live2D Inc. may cancel your order or terminate related contracts at its discretion, regardless of whether the contracts have been executed. In addition, at Live2D Inc.’s discretion, you will be required to pay the difference in price based on the price displayed on the Live2D Store and any other damages or legal action that may be taken against you.

4. Applicable Products

The program is available for the following product(s):

Live2D Cubism PRO for indie – 3-Year Plan

5. How to apply discount

To receive the discount, you must enter the coupon code you received when making a purchase at Live2D Store. Please note that if you do not enter the coupon code, the discount will not be applied.

6. Refusal

Live2D Inc. may refuse application if any of the following applies. Please note that Live2D Inc. will not respond to any inquiries regarding the reasons of refusal.

• The applicant does not exist.
• The applicant is already on the program.
• The applicant has been refused in the past due to a violation of these terms and conditions.
• There is a falsehood or error in the application.
• Live2D determines, in its sole discretion, that the applicant is not eligible.
• Live2D determines, in its sole discretion, that the content of the application is inappropriate.

6. Other conditions

• The coupon provided through this program cannot be used with any other coupon or promotion.
• Purchases on theLive2D Store are subject to Subscription Agreement.
• Live2D reserves the right to modify or terminate this program and these terms and conditions at any time without notice.

Version 1.1

Revised: September 28th, 2022

In order to qualify for the Live2D student discount program, you must agree to the following terms and conditions

1、 Apply for Qualification
This program is open to the following students, education teachers, and staff who can demonstrate their qualifications through designated methods:

Students from elementary, middle, high school, university, or vocational schools, as well as those who have been admitted to these schools.

Students from universities/pre university schools

Primary school, junior high school, high school, university faculty and students

Students who participate in short-term correspondence courses and online courses are not eligible.

Employment training and recruitment companies are not eligible for this program.

Alumni and alumni are not eligible to apply for this program.

2、 Qualification certificate
To prove your eligibility, you must have a valid email address that includes the following educational institution domains, and you must be able to apply for the program and receive emails using that email address.

Top level domain names for educational institutions

. edu (list) Secondary domain names for educational institutions. edu.xx (list). ac.xx (list) Other educational domains verified by Live2D Inc.

Please refer to the request to include the school email domain

Notes:

If the email address provided by your educational institution does not include. edu or. ac, you can submit a request to include the school email domain – Live2D Student Discount Program, so that it may be added to the list of eligible domains.

Live2D Inc. reserves the right to change the list of eligible educational institution domains at any time without prior notice.

If you do not have a school email address that includes an educational institution domain, you can use your ISIC student ID as proof of eligibility to apply. We only accept ISIC student ID as such proof and do not accept any other student ID or card.

3、 Reconfirm qualification certificate
Even after purchasing the product, Live2D Inc. reserves the right to confirm again whether you are eligible to participate in this program. If you do not cooperate with us, or if you are found to be ineligible, Live2D Inc. may, at its sole discretion, cancel your order or terminate the relevant contract, regardless of whether the contract has been executed. In addition, according to Live2D Inc.’s judgment, you will be required to pay the price difference and any other damages or legal actions that may be taken against you based on the prices displayed on the Live2D Store.

4、 Applicable products
This program is suitable for the following products: Independent Live2D Cubism PRO -3-year plan

5、 How to apply for discounts
To receive a discount, you must enter the coupon code you received when purchasing from the Live2D store. Please note that if you do not enter the coupon code, the discount will not be applied.

6、 Refuse
If any of the following conditions are met, Live2D Inc. may reject the application. Please note that Live2D Inc. will not answer any inquiries regarding reasons for rejection.

The applicant does not exist. The applicant is already in the program. Due to violating these terms and conditions, the applicant has been rejected in the past. There are false or incorrect information in the application.

Live2D decides on its own that the applicant is not eligible. Live2D decides on its own that the content of the application is not suitable.

6、 Other situations
The coupons provided through this program cannot be used in conjunction with any other coupons or promotional activities. The purchase on Live2D Store is subject to the subscription agreement.

Live2D reserves the right to modify or terminate this program and these terms and conditions at any time without prior notice. Version 1.1

Revision date: September 28, 2022

Application process

Fill out the form

We areLive2D Education Discount Official Website Links for Other Countries： https://www.live2d.jp/en/eng/student-discount/ After clicking, enter your edu email address. This website will use the edumail.vip platform, the preferred edu education email platform, to showcase Polish universities available for sale.

Information filling

Choose the country or region where the educational institution is located*School name Fill in the school name BSSU ABA – Szko ł y Policealne Przez Internet

School type selects institutional attributes, we choose university; Enrollment Status can be selected as either student or teacher* Faculty/Department/Major departments can be filled in freely.

After filling out the form, we click on “I agree to the terms and conditions of the Live2D Student Discount Program” and check the box for “I agree”.

Then we will jump backwardsConfirm your application and SubmitPage, check if the information you have pre submitted is correct.

Submit confirmation

We have sent the student discount coupon code via email.

Please do not lose your coupon or share it with others. This coupon is only valid for the 3-Year Plan. Monthly Plan and Annual Plan are not available. If you make a false application, We reserve the right to suspend this service. Thank you for your understanding in advance.

Please do not lose your coupon or share it with others. This coupon is only applicable to a 3-year plan. Monthly and annual plans are not available. If you make a false application, we reserve the right to suspend this service. Thank you in advance for your understanding.

Application successful

Our Polish university edu email received a message from support@live2d.com Email sent:Important Student Discount Coupon Issued!

Thank you for using Live2D. This is Live2D Store/EN Support. Thank you for applying for the Student Discount Program. We’ve issued a coupon code for you. Please be sure to enter the “Coupon Code” when you make a purchase. Click here to learn how to use the coupon. https://help.live2d.com/en/other/other_18/   Coupon code：xxxx

Thank you for using Live2D. This is Live2D Store/EN support. Thank you for applying for the student discount program. We have already issued you a coupon code. Please make sure to enter the ‘coupon code’ when making a purchase. Click here to learn how to use coupons. https://help.live2d.com/en/other/other_18/