README — Natty Dreads M V1
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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 M V1 is a realistic Smart Hair base designed for male characters in Character Creator 4 and iClone 8.
It features thick, natural dreadlocks with realistic volume and asymmetry, reacting naturally to light, motion, and character expression.

This hairstyle includes 6 material variations and 2 morph sliders that let you switch between a loose, natural volume or a tighter, styled look.

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CONTENT
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The pack contains the following files:

1. NattyDreads MV1 .......... rlHair (Main Smart Hair)
2. NDMV1 Black .............. iMtlPlus (Material)
3. NDMV1 Bleached ........... iMtlPlus (Material)
4. NDMV1 Blond .............. iMtlPlus (Material)
5. NDMV1 Brown .............. iMtlPlus (Material)
6. NDMV1 Red ................ iMtlPlus (Material)
7. NDMV1 White .............. iMtlPlus (Material)

Morph Sliders:
- Style 1: Loose Volume
- Style 2: Tight Shape

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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
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Hair Type: Smart Hair
Base Type: Character Creator Smart Hair Group
Morph Sliders: 2 (Loose Volume / Tight Shape)
Material Variations: 6
File Formats: rlHair + iMtlPlus
File Version: 1.22 / 8.60
Texture Resolution: 4K PBR
Physics: Enabled
Compatibility: Character Creator 4 / iClone 8
Polygon Count: Optimized (medium realistic range)

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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 M V1
5. Double-click the hairstyle or drag it onto your character.

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USAGE TIPS
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- Adjust color and shine in Modify > Material.
- Use Morph sliders to switch between the two main styles.
- Enable Physics Simulation under Modify > Physics.
- Combine with HDRI or Directional Lighting for best results.
- Adjust AO and Roughness for desired texture intensity.

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RECOMMENDATIONS
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- Use realistic skin shaders for portrait renders.
- Adjust morphs subtly to preserve natural lock deformation.
- Works perfectly with Afro, Rasta, or cultural 3D designs.

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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 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.