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Dyes are items used to recolor portions of a Mothcat/Subspecies, Item, or Companion. Both MYO and Official Mothcats can be dyed.
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Dyes are items used to recolor portions of a Mothcat/Subspecies, Item, or Companion.  
 
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| [[File:Empty Dye Bottle.png|frameless]] || A bottle of dye after it has been used.
 
| [[File:Empty Dye Bottle.png|frameless]] || A bottle of dye after it has been used.
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|[[File:Black Egg Dye.png|frameless|70x70px]]
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|An egg dye bottle, used to dye items or companions.
 
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| [[File:Old Black Dye Bottle.png|frameless]] || Old dye bottles only have 25% maximum coverage.
 
| [[File:Old Black Dye Bottle.png|frameless]] || Old dye bottles only have 25% maximum coverage.
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|Eye Primer can be combined with normal dyes to change eye colors
 
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==Types of Dyes==
 
==Types of Dyes==
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=== Generic Dyes ===
 
=== Generic Dyes ===
 
Generic dyes can be used on Mothcats, subspecies, companions, and other items. Each color corresponds to the range of shades and hues associated with the color. These dyes are all basic "flat" colors seen on the color wheel and do not include special effects.
 
Generic dyes can be used on Mothcats, subspecies, companions, and other items. Each color corresponds to the range of shades and hues associated with the color. These dyes are all basic "flat" colors seen on the color wheel and do not include special effects.
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=== Egg Dyes ===
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Egg dyes are smaller, cheaper dyes that can only be used for companions and items. Otherwise they work exactly like generic dyes.
  
 
=== Special Dyes ===
 
=== Special Dyes ===
 
Special dyes add effects to the character or item being dyed. [[Applied Traits]], such as glittering and metallic effects, are achieved by using special dyes, named '''essences''' for distinction.
 
Special dyes add effects to the character or item being dyed. [[Applied Traits]], such as glittering and metallic effects, are achieved by using special dyes, named '''essences''' for distinction.
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== Dye Coverage ==
 
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Dyes have different coverage, depending on what is being dyed. The maximum coverage is how much of the body can be coated with one bottle of dye. Multiple bottles of dyes are required for full body coverage for Mothcats. Old art style dye bottles (small, reverse tear-shaped) are retired items but may still be used for dyeing at half the coverage of a new bottle.
 
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For example, only one (1) bottle of dye is needed to completely dye an item a certain color. Two bottles of a specific color are required to completely recolor a Mothcat to that color.
 
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'''Please note that these values are for solid dyeing only. See below for exceptions and techniques.'''
 
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==Methods and Techniques==
 
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=== Pre-Existing Markings ===
 
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All pre-existing markings can be recolored with dyes without needing extra items. Markings can be "hidden" by coloring them with the same color as the surrounding fur.
 
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=== New Markings ===
 
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New markings can be added to Mothcats using [[Dye|Marking Primer]], in addition to any required dyes for colors.
 
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=== Gradients ===
 
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Regular dyes only offer "flat" and "solid" recolors. To add gradients, an [[Dye|Essence of Rainbow]] must be used.
 
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=== Eyes ===
 
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Eyes cannot be dyed with regular dyes. (Items to recolor eyes are soon to be released.)
 
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=== Items ===
 
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All items can be recolored freely as long as the right dyes are being used.
 
  
 
==Purchasing Dyes==
 
==Purchasing Dyes==
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* Dyes can be purchased from Ayana's Beauty Salon with Flower Tokens or crafted via quest.
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* Dyes and Essences can be purchased from Ayana's Beauty Salon with Flower Tokens or crafted/mixed via quest.
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* Egg Dyes can be purchased from Farina's Craft store with Flower Tokens or crafted/mixed via quest.
 
* Essences are available to purchase in limited amounts. They are exclusive to members Rank A or higher only.  
 
* Essences are available to purchase in limited amounts. They are exclusive to members Rank A or higher only.  
 
::* Rank A members may purchase any special dye once per month, total.  
 
::* Rank A members may purchase any special dye once per month, total.  
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* If you want a darker or lighter shade of a color than the dye is you may be required to purchase additional black and/or white dyes to get your specific desired color.
 
* If you want a darker or lighter shade of a color than the dye is you may be required to purchase additional black and/or white dyes to get your specific desired color.
  
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==Self-Service Dyeing (Mothcats/Subspecies)==
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== Character Dyeing ==
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* Users must update [http://mothchive.deviantart.com/ Mothchive] with updated images for Mothcats and subspecies' once the process has been approved (additional changes will not be accepted until the masterlist is up-to-date with the most current design).
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All information on recoloring Mothcats or subspecies is now on the [[Salon Guide]]!
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* Dyes can be used to dye any existing markings and/or parts of a Mothcat, but '''cannot be used to create new markings'''. Dyes cannot be used in gradients.
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== Dyeing Companions or Items==
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* Eyes cannot be recolored with dyes!
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{{See also|Adding Custom Items}}
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Items can be recolored at the [http://fav.me/dbivo0h General Crafting Quest] or the [http://fav.me/dbivotk Fashion Design Quest], depending on the type of item. If the item is only being recolored, no background is needed on the quest entry.
  
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==Self-Service Dyeing (Companions/Items)==
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Companion dyeing is currently ''not'' available, but will be at the [http://fav.me/dbijygi Companion Shop] when active.
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{{See also|Adding Custom Items}}
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* All dyes provide 100% coverage of any item/companion
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** You can use both regular and egg dyes for this, though egg dyes are recommended.
 
* It the user's responsibility to provide a '''70x70''' thumbnail of desired recolored items and companions. Bases are provided for some items, but not all.
 
* It the user's responsibility to provide a '''70x70''' thumbnail of desired recolored items and companions. Bases are provided for some items, but not all.
 
* Companions must be dyed "natural" colors. (For example, you cannot dye a hamster to be pink, whereas black or white would be acceptable).
 
* Companions must be dyed "natural" colors. (For example, you cannot dye a hamster to be pink, whereas black or white would be acceptable).
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* Rank S+ members may request "unnatural" colors, but it must be approved.
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** Rank A or higher members may request "unnatural" colors, but it must be approved.
 
* Any recolored items or companions will be [[Adding Custom Items|added]] to the [[Item Database (Mothcats)|Item Database]].  
 
* Any recolored items or companions will be [[Adding Custom Items|added]] to the [[Item Database (Mothcats)|Item Database]].  
  
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* [[Dye]]
 
* [[Dye]]
 
* [[Dye Mixing Tutorial]]
 
* [[Dye Mixing Tutorial]]
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* [[Mothcat Redesigns]]
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* [[Salon Guide]]
  
 
{{Mothcat Market Guide Navbox}}
 
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Latest revision as of 04:50, 25 February 2019

DISCLAIMER! A Mothcats.com account is required to participate in the Mothcats ARPG. In addition, all participants automatically agree to the Species Terms and Conditions. Cheating and failure to comply with these terms will result in an automatic ban from the ARPG.

Dyes are items used to recolor portions of a Mothcat/Subspecies, Item, or Companion.

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 A generic bottle of black dye.
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 A bottle of dye after it has been used.
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 An egg dye bottle, used to dye items or companions.
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 Essence of Rainbow can be used to make gradients.
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 Essence of Gold can be used for metallic gold markings.
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 Old dye bottles only have 25% maximum coverage.
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 Eye Primer can be combined with normal dyes to change eye colors

Types of Dyes

Generic Dyes

Generic dyes can be used on Mothcats, subspecies, companions, and other items. Each color corresponds to the range of shades and hues associated with the color. These dyes are all basic "flat" colors seen on the color wheel and do not include special effects.

Egg Dyes

Egg dyes are smaller, cheaper dyes that can only be used for companions and items. Otherwise they work exactly like generic dyes.

Special Dyes

Special dyes add effects to the character or item being dyed. Applied Traits, such as glittering and metallic effects, are achieved by using special dyes, named essences for distinction.

Purchasing Dyes

  • Dyes and Essences can be purchased from Ayana's Beauty Salon with Flower Tokens or crafted/mixed via quest.
  • Egg Dyes can be purchased from Farina's Craft store with Flower Tokens or crafted/mixed via quest.
  • Essences are available to purchase in limited amounts. They are exclusive to members Rank A or higher only.
  • Rank A members may purchase any special dye once per month, total.
  • Rank S members may purchase up to three special dyes per month, total.
  • If you want a darker or lighter shade of a color than the dye is you may be required to purchase additional black and/or white dyes to get your specific desired color.

Character Dyeing

All information on recoloring Mothcats or subspecies is now on the Salon Guide!

Dyeing Companions or Items

See also: Adding Custom Items

Items can be recolored at the General Crafting Quest or the Fashion Design Quest, depending on the type of item. If the item is only being recolored, no background is needed on the quest entry.

Companion dyeing is currently not available, but will be at the Companion Shop when active.

  • All dyes provide 100% coverage of any item/companion
    • You can use both regular and egg dyes for this, though egg dyes are recommended.
  • It the user's responsibility to provide a 70x70 thumbnail of desired recolored items and companions. Bases are provided for some items, but not all.
  • Companions must be dyed "natural" colors. (For example, you cannot dye a hamster to be pink, whereas black or white would be acceptable).
    • Rank A or higher members may request "unnatural" colors, but it must be approved.
  • Any recolored items or companions will be added to the Item Database.

Resources

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