Getting Started
Learn how to set up Anime Builder, understand credits, and start creating anime characters, scenes, and motion assets.
Getting Started
Welcome to Anime Builder. This guide covers the basic steps for setting up your account, understanding credits, and building your first anime asset workflow.
1. Account Setup
Sign Up
- Create an account from the Sign Up page.
- Use Google OAuth or email/password login.
- After registration, you can start exploring the platform immediately.
Dashboard
The dashboard is organized around anime production:
- Creation Tools: Access image, video, audio, and effects tools.
- Asset History: Review your characters, scenes, and outputs by media type.
- Credit Monitor: Track how many credits remain in your account.
2. Credit System
Anime Builder uses a unified Credits system. More complex tasks consume more credits.
| Task Type | Typical Cost | What Changes the Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Anime Video | 8-30 Credits | Length, resolution, motion complexity |
| Anime Image | 1-4 Credits | Size, style detail, model choice |
| Image-to-Video | 4-12 Credits | Motion strength, duration, fidelity |
| Music Generation | 4-10 Credits | Track length, vocal complexity |
Costs are shown before you generate.
3. Workflow
Most tools follow the same three-step flow.
Step 1: Choose the Tool
Pick the tool that matches your goal.
- Text-to-Image for character art and backgrounds.
- Image-to-Image for style changes and consistency.
- Text-to-Video or Image-to-Video for motion.
Step 2: Add References and Prompts
Describe the scene you want to create.
- Positive Prompt: subject, pose, lighting, style, mood.
- Negative Prompt: blur, distortion, extra limbs, low quality.
- Reference Input: upload images or video when you need stronger control.
Step 3: Generate and Review
- Click Generate.
- The task runs in the cloud.
- When it completes, you can download the result or revisit it in history.
4. Export and Usage
Download
- Export assets in standard formats such as PNG, MP4, and MP3.
- Keep important outputs after generation, especially for production work.
Licensing
- Free Tier: intended for evaluation and personal use.
- Paid Plans: intended for commercial anime workflows and production use.