README — Natty Dreads F V4
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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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Natty Dreads F V4 is a detailed Smart Hair pack designed for female 3D characters in Character Creator 4 and iClone 8.  
This hairstyle features medium-length Afro dreadlocks styled in a **high ponytail**, combining natural realism with elegance and versatility.

The pack includes **6 color variations** and **3 morph sliders** that let you adjust the style, density, and flow of the locks easily.
Built with Reallusion’s Smart Hair system, it reacts dynamically to motion, lighting, and physics for natural animation and photorealistic results.

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CONTENT
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The pack contains the following items:

1. NattyDreads FV4 .......... rlHair (Main Smart Hair)
2. NDFV4 Black .............. iMtlPlus (Material)
3. NDFV4 Bleached ........... iMtlPlus (Material)
4. NDFV4 Brown .............. iMtlPlus (Material)
5. NDFV4 Blue ............... iMtlPlus (Material)
6. NDFV4 Red ................ iMtlPlus (Material)
7. NDFV4 White .............. iMtlPlus (Material)

All materials are 4K PBR-based and optimized for Character Creator 4 and iClone 8 rendering.

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MORPH SLIDERS (STYLE OPTIONS)
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Natty Dreads F V4 includes **3 morph sliders** allowing fast and natural customization:

1. Default ................. Natural balanced shape (neutral version)
2. Thick ................... Increases dreadlock volume and density
3. Wavy .................... Adds natural curl and loosened pattern

Each morph provides a unique look and can be blended smoothly for personalized styling.

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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
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Hair Type: Smart Hair  
Base Type: Character Creator Smart Hair Group  
Material Variations: 6 (Black, Bleached, Brown, Blue, Red, White)  
Morph Sliders: 3 (Default, Thick, Wavy)  
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 realism and efficiency  

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INSTALLATION
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1. Download and extract the ZIP file.  
2. Copy the folder into your Reallusion Template directory:  
   Documents\Reallusion\Template\Character Creator 4 Template\  
3. Restart Character Creator 4 or iClone 8.  
4. Locate the hair in:  
   Content → Hair → SdeBStore → Natty Dreads F V4  
5. Double-click the hairstyle or drag it onto your character.  

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USAGE TIPS
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- Use Morph sliders to switch between different hair styles.  
- Adjust gloss, roughness, and AO under Modify > Material.  
- Enable physics simulation for natural dreadlock movement.  
- Combine with HDRI or soft studio lighting for enhanced realism.  
- Experiment with morph blending to create hybrid styles.  

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RECOMMENDATIONS
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- Works perfectly for Afro, fantasy, or cultural 3D characters.  
- Adjust morphs gradually for smooth animation transitions.  
- Use realistic skin shaders for high-quality portrait 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.