
Meet the Komodo Rig
The Komodo Rig is part of CAW’s creature training library, developed specifically for students learning believable reptilian locomotion and performance.
Its low posture, sprawling limbs and powerful body movement create a unique animation challenge, helping students understand weight transfer, lateral movement, balance and tail-driven overlapping action.
BUILT FOR CREATURE ANIMATION
Animate
With Komodo
Ideal for:
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Reptilian locomotion
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Walks & movement studies
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Low-body mechanics
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Weight transfer & balance
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Lateral body movement
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Tail animation
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Overlapping action
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Creature behaviour & performance
Used within CAW workshops to help students develop stronger observation, mechanics and believable creature performance.

RIG DETAILS
Creature
Animation Features
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Animator-friendly Maya rig
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Creature-focused controls
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Reptilian locomotion workflow
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Body & limb controls
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Tail controls
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Animation-ready character
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Textured creature asset
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Designed for CAW training
See Komodo in Action

EXCLUSIVE TO CAW STUDENTS
Learn With the Komodo Rig
The Komodo is part of the CAW Workshop Rig Library and is provided for use within selected CAW training and mentorship programmes.
The Komodo Rig is exclusive to CAW workshop training and is not currently offered as a standalone licence.
Students work with the rig as part of their creature animation training, supported by live mentor feedback and structured animation exercises.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Is the Komodo rig available to purchase?
No. The Komodo rig is currently exclusive to CAW workshop training. -
Can I license the Komodo rig for commercial work?
No. This rig is not currently offered for commercial licensing. -
How can I animate with the Komodo rig?
The rig is available to students through selected CAW workshop training. -
Which software is required?
Maya 2020 or later. -
Can I use my workshop animation in my showreel?
Yes. Students may include their completed CAW animation work in their
personal showreel and portfolio.
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