Imagine a Summer of Friendship, Fantasy, and Nitro Magic
A summer drenched in nostalgia: inseparable friends, epic Dungeons & Dragons campaigns, and the unmistakable flair of Nitro. Yes, it sounds like a dream – maybe because it is. Two Is a Magic Number.
The entire video pulses with this theme, capturing duality at every turn: two worlds, two realities, and an endless stream of creative energy jumping between them. The camera moves with frenetic energy, dancing between the tangible world and an enchanted D&D universe, where an ordinary day transforms into an extraordinary adventure. Laughter, camaraderie, and Nitro’s unique magic tie it all together. To enter this parallel realm? Just one roll of the dice. Trust us, it’s a journey you won’t want to miss.
A Logo Request Becomes a Visual Masterstroke
It started with a simple request – “Can you make the logo bigger?” – but for Nitro, this was the spark for a bold, high-impact visual journey. Inspired by the intense “impact frames” found in manga, our team crafted a campaign that doubles down on Nitro’s signature magic, creating a visual crescendo that amplifies the fun.
Our animators pushed 2Dfx to its peak, filling every keyframe with vibrant energy. The result? A fusion of message and visual artistry, each element pulsing with life.
We designed two contrasting worlds with a unified color palette: the real world, washed in nostalgic twilight hues with warm, inviting tones, and the fantasy realm, cloaked in shadow with pops of “blurple” and pink for a mysterious, alluring vibe. The human world is rich in detail, grounding us in the familiar, while the fantasy world is stylized and graphic, capturing an otherworldly feel. This duality allows us to tell two parallel stories within a cohesive visual language.
An Epic, Single-Shot Journey
This whirlwind adventure unfolds in a single, unbroken shot – a continuous flow of fast-paced action driven by dynamic camera movements and immersive cel animation. Complex camera angles, tight sequences, and kinetic transitions all build to a climactic showdown with a dragon and a fearless knight, the zenith of this epic journey. Take a peek at the early sketches to see how this vision evolved from concept to final masterpiece.
No Storyboard, No Production
The initial planning phase was the project’s most crucial step, where timelines, acting, and scene breakdowns took shape. We invested substantial time in pre-production, meticulously plotting each beat and ensuring every detail aligned for a smooth, impactful production process.
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Imagine a Summer of Friendship, Fantasy, and Nitro Magic
A summer drenched in nostalgia: inseparable friends, epic Dungeons & Dragons campaigns, and the unmistakable flair of Nitro. Yes, it sounds like a dream – maybe because it is. Two Is a Magic Number.
The entire video pulses with this theme, capturing duality at every turn: two worlds, two realities, and an endless stream of creative energy jumping between them. The camera moves with frenetic energy, dancing between the tangible world and an enchanted D&D universe, where an ordinary day transforms into an extraordinary adventure. Laughter, camaraderie, and Nitro’s unique magic tie it all together. To enter this parallel realm? Just one roll of the dice. Trust us, it’s a journey you won’t want to miss.
A Logo Request Becomes a Visual Masterstroke
It started with a simple request – “Can you make the logo bigger?” – but for Nitro, this was the spark for a bold, high-impact visual journey. Inspired by the intense “impact frames” found in manga, our team crafted a campaign that doubles down on Nitro’s signature magic, creating a visual crescendo that amplifies the fun.
Our animators pushed 2Dfx to its peak, filling every keyframe with vibrant energy. The result? A fusion of message and visual artistry, each element pulsing with life.
We designed two contrasting worlds with a unified color palette: the real world, washed in nostalgic twilight hues with warm, inviting tones, and the fantasy realm, cloaked in shadow with pops of “blurple” and pink for a mysterious, alluring vibe. The human world is rich in detail, grounding us in the familiar, while the fantasy world is stylized and graphic, capturing an otherworldly feel. This duality allows us to tell two parallel stories within a cohesive visual language.
An Epic, Single-Shot Journey
This whirlwind adventure unfolds in a single, unbroken shot – a continuous flow of fast-paced action driven by dynamic camera movements and immersive cel animation. Complex camera angles, tight sequences, and kinetic transitions all build to a climactic showdown with a dragon and a fearless knight, the zenith of this epic journey. Take a peek at the early sketches to see how this vision evolved from concept to final masterpiece.
No Storyboard, No Production
The initial planning phase was the project’s most crucial step, where timelines, acting, and scene breakdowns took shape. We invested substantial time in pre-production, meticulously plotting each beat and ensuring every detail aligned for a smooth, impactful production process.
Credits:
Production Company: Nomint
Crative Direction: Riccardo Albertini, Filippo Martinelli, Federica Amico
Art Direction: Lorenzo Florsissi, Filippo Martinelli
Storyboard: Melissa Ottonello Ferrati
Illustration: Lorenzo Florissi
Cell Animation: Laura Tomelleri, Riccardo Pagano, Federico Bressan, Jose Moreno, Melisa Farina
2D Animation: Andrea Nobis, Filippo Martinelli, Riccardo Albertini
Compositing: Andrea Nobis
Music and Sound FX: Rabbeats
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