128 Dreams, One Journey: Fan Art Contest Winners Revealed!

Hello, Travelers!

This is Lizard Smoothie.

First and foremost, we would like to express our deepest gratitude to all the Travelers who dedicated their time and passion to the first Shape of Dreams Fan Art Contest.

For this judging process, our entire development team gathered together to carefully review every single submission, reflecting on the meaning behind each and every vote. With 128 high-quality entries—far exceeding our initial expectations—our team spent the entire judging period in a whirlwind of surprise, emotion, and "happy dilemmas."

Because there were so many incredible works, we decided to expand the number of winners beyond our original plan to honor the passion of more participants. Though it breaks our hearts that we couldn't give an award to everyone, we are now ready to announce the glorious winners!

🦎 Fan Creation Category

The world of Shape of Dreams has been reborn as vibrant art through your touch. We salute all the artists who expanded our dreams with their creative visions.

🏆 Golden Lizard Award (3 Winners)

Steam post image Winner: AfterDeuce

Dev Comment:

Crested Gecko:"The visuals are breathtaking! Every single character is filled with cool poses that perfectly match their personalities."

Steam post image Winner: Saga

Dev Comment:

Armadillo Lizard:"A painting where you can truly feel the love and devotion for Yuvar. I pay my respects to your unwavering effort and affection! "(Maybe one day, Yuvar at the beach will become an in-game skin... someday.)

Steam post image Winner: SeeU_Art

Dev Comment:

Leopard Gecko:"As a modeler who knows every detail of every character, I felt deeply moved by this piece. If allowed, I’d love to print this and hang it as a curtain in my house."

🎁 Rewards:

Master of the Brush (Banner), Victorious Artist Lizard Laurel (Souvenir), Steam Game Key

🌿 Leaf Hound Award (8 Winners)

Steam post image Winner: JhunYeon

Dev Comment:

Komodo Dragon:"I felt forced to choose this because those eyes looking down at me were so scary. (Probably.)"

Steam post image Winner: seishaya

Dev Comment:

Armadillo Lizard:"This was a fantastic piece that looks like a scene from a graphic novel. It would be a dream come true to see scenes from Shape of Dreams expressed in a comic someday."

Steam post image Winner: ehvkrdl

Dev Comment:

Crested Gecko:"Smoothie’s footsteps look so full of joy. It’s such a lovely work that makes the viewer feel good too!"

Winner: grey_artem0

Dev Comment:

Komodo Dragon:"To draw something like this with just line art! Also, the kitty is so fluffy."

Winner: KiU82913143

Dev Comment:

Mangrove Monitor:"I never knew a benevolent older sister could become this terrifying. I was truly shocked."

Winner: JCCreate1

Dev Comment:

Leopard Gecko:"It reminds me of the hard work I put into making the bamboo hat Shell wears, with its tassels and long fluttering ribbons. I’m especially impressed to see Shell conquering the rapids—a wish I haven’t fulfilled myself yet."

Winner: indra4dey

Dev Comment:

Mangrove Monitor:"Intense and beautiful. I love the atmosphere, and the detail of Lacerta’s glowing back is great."

Winner: Rinarie

Dev Comment:

Crested Gecko:"Looking at this beautiful illustration, I can feel the excitement of the moment you set off on an expedition into the dream world with friends."

🎁 Rewards: Victorious Artist Lizard Laurel (Souvenir)

⭐ Developer’s Special Award (5 Winners)

The greatest harvest of this contest was discovering charms we hadn't even thought of. Each 'Lizard' (Developer) in the studio personally selected a work that perfectly hit their individual taste.

Winner: khanh_05

Dev Comment:

Komodo Dragon:"Praise the sun! Our Vesper is glowing because he’s being beaten up in the dark!"

Winner: pakiropata

Dev Comment:

Crested Gecko:"It feels like the pixels on the screen could start moving at any moment! I can almost hear the sound of the ornaments and leaves rustling."

Winner: aoz0229

Dev Comment:

Leopard Gecko:"As the one who personally planned and produced the Mini-Traveler plushies, this work makes my heart flutter. I want the real thing for myself... can I attach my home address?"

Winner: haok.

Dev Comment:

Mangrove Monitor:"I have two questions: 'How?' and 'Why?'"

Winner: Aeratin

Dev Comment:

Armadillo Lizard:"Thank you for not missing the lore settings that were only mentioned in passing. (As a developer, this makes me so happy!) I loved how the emotion of the drawing was delivered through the screen."

🎁 Rewards: Victorious Artist Lizard Laurel (Souvenir)

Emote Category

The various unique expressions and styles filled the judging process with laughter and joy. These selected emotes will be implemented in-game to meet Travelers all around the world.

✨ Dreamdust Lizard Award (6 Winners)

Winner: Saga / pivot_0617

Dev Comment:

Leopard Gecko:"You expressed Shell so coolly. It couldn't be any better than this!"

Winner: bergmanstine

Dev Comment:

Leopard Gecko:"I want to use this in the Wealth Dream room and the Shop room right now. Long live the gold!"

Winner: noemiyo_

Dev Comment:

Armadillo Lizard:"So tiny, cute, and lovely. From now on, Nakia’s nickname is Nacho?"

Winner: Stop_049

Dev Comment:

Mangrove Monitor:"The cutest Traveler."

Winner: 1ceBee

Dev Comment:

Crested Gecko:"The combination of Vesper’s signature silence and the cute sign is just perfect!"

Winner: shima.enaga

Dev Comment:

Komodo Dragon:"Perfect for when the situation is: [Don't just laugh, save me!]"

🎁 Rewards:

Master of the Brush (Banner)

*Emote category winners will have their works implemented in-game. We will include your chosen name and lore description, and we can also include your SNS artist tag if requested.

Your work will be a part of Shape of Dreams forever.

Closing Remarks

The success of this contest is entirely thanks to your love and support.

To our development team, who pour their hearts into development every night while enduring endless coffee and wrist pain, your beautiful works have been the greatest comfort and motivation we could ask for.

We pay our deepest respects to those who didn't receive an award this time. The precious works we couldn't showcase in this notice will be featured sequentially through our official social media channels, and the promised participation prizes will be delivered to all participants separately.

From the game's launch to this contest, every moment has felt like a miracle to us. We will do our absolute best to return the incredible interest you've shown us by delivering the best possible experience in our upcoming updates.

Thank you for dreaming with us.

— Lizard Smoothie💫