The Reallusion Cartoon Animator 5 (CTA5) Resource Pack is a free collection of assets provided to users who purchase or trial the software. While it contains a massive library of 1,700+ assets, there is no specific standalone "Paper Resource Pack" officially bundled under that name.
However, users often refer to "paper" in this context for one of two reasons: 1. The "Paper Style" Animation Trend
CTA5 introduced advanced Free Form Deformation (FFD) and Spring Dynamics, which are perfect for creating a "paper cutout" or "pop-up book" aesthetic.
What's in the Resource Pack: It includes 14 spring bone props and various vector characters that can be easily modified with "paper" textures to mimic the look of folding, bending, or flapping paper.
Customization: Many creators use the Photoshop/PSD Pipeline included in the resources to overlay scanned paper textures onto G3 character templates. 2. Official "White Papers" for Developers
The term "paper" often refers to the Technical White Papers included in the resource documentation. These guides teach you how to build custom assets:
G3 Character Creation White Paper: A comprehensive PDF guide on bone structures, layer ordering, and PSD setup. Reallusion Cartoon Animator 5 Resource Pack
Spring Dynamics Guide: Documentation on how to apply physics to parts of a character (like a paper tail or flowing cape). 📦 Key Contents of the CTA5 Resource Pack
If you are looking for the actual files included in the general Resource Pack, they are found in the Smart Content Manager under Pack View > Free Resource:
Characters: 2 new vector characters with color-changeable templates.
Animations: 100s of 2D/3D motions, including the new FFD-based elastic motions.
Scenes & Props: 30 ready-made backgrounds and over 500 customizable props.
Special Effects: 10 Spring Dynamics presets for material physics (useful for "paper" stiffness). 🛠️ How to get the "Paper Look" The Reallusion Cartoon Animator 5 (CTA5) Resource Pack
If you are specifically trying to create a paper-themed animation:
Download Textures: Use third-party sites like Resource Boy for high-res 4K/8K paper textures.
Apply via PSD: Open a CTA5 character template in Photoshop, mask your paper texture over the body parts, and save to auto-update in CTA5.
Add Elasticity: Apply the FFD (Free Form Deformation) motions from the Resource Pack to give the paper a "squash and stretch" feel. If you'd like, I can help you: Find step-by-step tutorials for the PSD-to-CTA5 pipeline.
Locate specific marketplace packs that feature hand-drawn or paper-cut styles.
Explain how to use Spring Dynamics to make objects flap like paper. Download: After purchasing, download the
Let me know which part of the "paper" workflow you're interested in! Free Resources & 2D Assets Management | Cartoon Animator
Having the pack is one thing; managing it is another. Reallusion has streamlined this through the CTA5 Content Manager.
Step-by-step installation:
.ct5pack or .rlBundle file.Pro Tip: Use the Smart Gallery in CTA5. It allows you to preview animations live on your selected character before you even load the clip into the timeline. This feature is essential when you have 500+ motion files in your resource library.
Best for: Beginners who need variety. Look for packs that combine 5 characters, 50 motions, and 10 props. The "CTA5 Essential Animation Kit" is a fan favorite because it includes a neutral male, female, and a fantasy creature, giving you diversity for storyboarding.
| Feature | Support | |---------|---------| | File formats | .ctTBone (motion), .ctProp, .ctScene, .ctSprite, .wav | | Character rig types | G3 (360 head), G2, PivotSprite | | Resolution | 1080p / 4K ready (vector & bitmap hybrid) | | Compatibility | Cartoon Animator 5 (Pipeline required for full bone editing) | | Installation | One-click via Content Manager or manual folder drop |