README — Layer Braids
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Product Type: Smart Hair Pack
Compatible with: Character Creator 4 & iClone 8
Author / Store: SdeBStore
Version: 1.22 / 8.60
Date: 2025
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OVERVIEW
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Layer Braids is a premium Smart Hair hairstyle featuring mid-parted cornrow braids
finished with decorative beads at the tips.  
Designed for Character Creator 4 and iClone 8, it provides realistic braided geometry,
PBR 4K materials, and Smart Physics for smooth natural movement.

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CONTENT
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1. Layer Braids .............. rlHair (Main Smart Hair)
2. LB Black .................. iMtlPlus (Material)
3. LB Brown .................. iMtlPlus (Material)
4. LB Blond .................. iMtlPlus (Material)
5. LB Red .................... iMtlPlus (Material)
6. LB Silver ................. iMtlPlus (Material)
7. LB Topaz ................. iMtlPlus (Material)

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FEATURES
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- Realistic mid-part cornrow braids
- Decorative beads on braid ends
- Smart Hair Physics for soft motion
- High-resolution 4K PBR materials
- Compatible with CC4 and iClone 8 characters

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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
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Hair Type: Smart Hair
Base Type: Character Creator Smart Hair Group
Material Variations: 6
File Formats: rlHair + iMtlPlus
File Version: 1.22 / 8.60
Texture Resolution: 4K PBR
Physics: Enabled (Smart Hair Dynamics)
Compatibility: Character Creator 4 / iClone 8
Polygon Count: Optimized for real-time animation

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INSTALLATION
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1. Download and extract the ZIP file.
2. Copy the folder into:
   Documents\Reallusion\Template\Character Creator 4 Template\
3. Restart Character Creator 4 or iClone 8.
4. Locate the hair in:
   Content → Hair → SdeBStore → Layer Braids
5. Double-click or drag onto your character.

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USAGE TIPS
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- Physics can be adjusted under "Modify → Physics".
- Use with HDR lighting for realistic reflections on beads.
- Works with all female base meshes in CC4.
- For still renders, you can freeze physics to maintain pose.

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RECOMMENDATIONS
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- Perfect for Afro or cultural 3D projects.
- Combine with jewelry or ethnic clothing for visual harmony.
- Use soft light or portrait lighting for beauty renders.

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LICENSE
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This product is licensed for commercial and non-commercial renders within Reallusion environments.
Redistribution or resale of 3D assets (.rlHair, .iMtlPlus, .textures) is strictly prohibited.
For detailed terms, refer to:
https://www.reallusion.com/Content/EULA.aspx

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SUPPORT
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For questions, updates, or feedback:
Email: support@sdebstore.com
Website: https://www.sdebstore.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sdebstore

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CREDITS
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Created and published by Samuel Silmon – SdeBStore
© 2025 SdeBStore. All Rights Reserved.