Initiated by Michael Arias of Softimage, the project began as a brief CG experiment. Intrigued by the concept, Morimoto joined forces, opting to utilize the capabilities of Softimage 3D software. In a matter of months, Visual Director Wilson Tang and Animation Supervisor Lee Fulton unveiled a groundbreaking pilot to the small team of 12, crafted solely through digital means. This pilot astounded audiences and clinched the coveted Excellence Award at the 3rd Japan Media Arts Festival within the Digital Art Division.