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The Ghost House + Cheshire Plush Workshop

Dear Insane Children, 

LOTS of STUFF in this post! Ghost House Images, Live Stream Info, and Cheshire Cat "Things"... Please SCROLL to the BOTTOM to see it all! 

When I was a child (and insane) we went every year to the State Fair of Texas. And among all the rides my favorite was the "haunted house" - a rickety ride through a series of darkly lit pneumatic jump scares. There were witches and goblins and ghosts and more... strobe lights and over-amplified screams played through long-dead speakers. 

Child me is very happy to see that we're resurrecting these themes in the new game. How does child you feel about all this? 

All these elements derive from the section of Asylum in which Alice "visits" the Tweedles. 

As we've explored with the Circus Dress she'll be forced to wear... as she escapes this extra-twisted Wonderland domain. 

Excellent new illustrations from Joey to help us define what's in store! 

Live Stream Time

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We've scheduled our next Live Stream for 9AM on Thursday morning (Hong Kong Time) which is April 17th @ 6PM PST. 

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Cheshire Cat "Thing" Workshop 

In talking with Omri, Alex, Joey, and others about a Cheshire Cat Plush... we've decided to explore other ways in which we might present something related to the Cheshire Cat/Kitten. One concern is that a "plush" designed around the either the original or "kitten" version of the cat probably won't be very "plush." In order to achieve a close resemblance to the cat would mean the toy would probably require a wire skeleton. 

So here are two ideas which address that concern: 

That's a Cheshire Cat/Kitten Pillow! Meow! My first impressions on seeing this were: 

1) That's cool. I'd definitely throw that on my sofa. And I talked with Yan about fabric printing, manufacturing, etc... and she says we can make something like this happen in high quality, for a decent price, etc. 

2) If we re-did this a bit and threw some straps on it... Cheshire Head Purse! Or put two straps on it and... Cheshire Head Backpack! Meow?

This is the plush-ification of the Cheshire Kitten. "Did you like The White Rabbit Plush? Then you're going to LOVE the Cheshire Kitten Plush!" (marketing voice) 

This is the adjustment required to fit a Cheshire design into a plush format. I don't know what a final plush based on this might look like... but maybe we should go ahead and ask the factory to create a prototype?

The worse thing that'll happen is we'll get a Cheeto Cheshire. 

So... those are the Two Options on the table as of this morning. I guess it's technically three options if we convert the pillow into a purse/backpack. 

Please Discuss what's presented here in the comments below. We're looking for constructive feedback! If you like something - why? If you dislike something - how can it be improved? And do you have alternate ideas for products based on a Cheshire Cat design, form, etc? 

A Cheshire Hat? A Cheshire Shower Mat? How about a Cheshire Rat? Eek!

Alright... Enough of that.


I look forward to your comments and working with you to create a cool new thing!

From Shanghai with Cheshire Tat,

-American


The Ghost House + Cheshire Plush Workshop

Comments

This game is going to be such a thrill to play and explore.

I love the idea of a Cheshire head backpack! So awesome!

Kimmie Kirkland

I'd really like a lamp of the full cat like a statue but where only the eyes and mouth light up

Not a fan of the pillow or purse. Do love the plush idea. On skeletal frames for plush though, there are loc-line coolant hosing manufacturers who also make plastic, jointed doll armatures for plushie artists using the same pieces as their regular work. Even the companies that don't sell pre-made armatures are well aware their product is used in doll making also. <a href="http://happytymes.net/other%20photos/SeThruTo2.jpg" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">http://happytymes.net/other%20photos/SeThruTo2.jpg</a>

A line of Cheshire Cat merchandise would make my millennium!!

Definitely Cheshire cat plush. :)

For all the suits in the Deck, Yes. Plush, backpack, Pillow. Pillow that converts into a backpack. Plush that converts into a pillow? All of it, yes.

I would buy all of it. the Cheshire is my spirit animal and a tattoo I have. and honestly, a chibi version of the Cheshire in plush form would be a good idea. plushes are supposed to be cute after all.

I like the second design for a Plushie version of the cheshire cat with pointy ears it needs the markings from the original design on the left it is not the Cheshire cat from the game without them . the wiskers need to look like real wiskers maybe a stiff cord could be used.

Now that I've calmed down, Backpack would be awesome! And as for the plush, it looks super cute but I would love if the Cheshire cat could keep it's cool patterns for it's fur, it's one of my favorite parts of the Cheshire cat.

YES, YES, YES YESSSSSS!!!! CHESHIRE CAT EVERYTHING I WILL BUY IT ALL!!! *squeals excitedly*

amazing stuff!

I want that plush! I would absolutely *die* if I got one!!! Chesh has always been my favorite character, your take on him floored me and hearing his voice for the first time made me scream with joy whenever he was there!. Also food for thought, maybe a stage that plays with different fears? Like arachnophobia, trypophobia, so on so forth. Could be interesting

I really like the backpack idea. I'd probably get the plush too, if it came into being, but I'd rather the backpack.

Oh.. one more thing.. the ghost house picture? I'm truly hoping that one comes up as able to be purchased or as a patreon reward because I WANT IT :D

Love love LOVE the ghost house idea!! I would absolutely adore that as a level or a world in Alice! The plush kitty is super fantastic.. I'm with some of the others. Not really liking the pillow idea :( What about something.. that shows the real design of the Cheshire cat in all his bony awesomeness that isnt plush OR a pillow OR a bag.. what about something to put on your desk like.. a figure or an action figure type thingy or a LAMP! Maybe a lamp of the cat's figure where his eyes and behind his cheshire smile lights up! What about Cheshire ear attachments for headsets! So many good ideas, but I'll leave you with those. Those of us who are 100% Alice obsessives totally need a Cheshire cat something lol.

I love the Plush idea, the current design is looking pretty good but it would need a ring added to it to make it more like the original Cheshire Cat. I think the cloth fur used would need to be shorter or matted.

Kittypants

I do really like the idea of a Cjeshire Cat pillow but I would definitive prefer a pullow made in the madness returns Cheshire look. Maybe including the ear ring in the pillow? Would love that so much!!! The idea of a plush cheshire cat is also nice but both designs dont really match the Cheshire cat really. They are too "nice". Its not that "what the hell...." kind of cheshire cat that I love so madly much.

The Plushified version of Chesh I don't like either design. His body shape is very iconic, so seeing him chibified feels off brand to me. I would prefer to see something LIKE a Chesh Purse. The face design by itself is still recognizably AMA, and I like things to have a function. That said, I am personally not interested in a bag or pillow. A hat might be fun, I'd probably be more interested in that than a purse. :)

Anna Lepper

I really like the idea of a Cheshire backpack or perhaps a small messenger bag of some sort? The pillow sounds great too! I would love to even see Alice themed enamel pins in the future too.

I fell in love with the plush the minute I saw it. I know for a fact that I wouldn’t use the pillow or purse/backpack. I also wanted to ask if there was a chance of phone cases or popsockets ever being made. The artwork that is being made for this is fantastic and I’d love a chance to display it more

You've already done a plush that I happen to cuddle every night and have named it Ms. Stitch. Here's an idea: when Catherine came out, I HAD to have the deluxe version because 1) in came in a pizza box to represent the game; 2) came with boxers that Vincent wears IN the game; 3) it included a t-shirt that Catherine wears; but most importantly 4) it came with a PILLOW CASE that had the game name and Catherine stretched out on it looking sexy as fuck all. That pillow case is no long white but I still sleep on it every night, with Ms. Stitch, and I think since you'd be hard-pressed to get an actual "plushy" Cheshire cat, a print out of Cheshire with maybe a background of something neat could be an avenue you could pursue. I know I'd personally gobble it up!

I barely read the post, but when I saw the chesire kitten plushie i absolutely lost it. Ive instantly lost the ability to live without it.

Yes yes yes to the plush!!! I'm so here for all the circus things... The tweedles at the circus is absolutely GENIUS!

I totally love the circus designs! Keep them this colorful, it made it even more creepy ^^ About the Cheshire plush: I think the backpack is better because fans can easily carry him around. What about combine the backpack design with the pillow design? Because the pillow's face looks a lot better, give that head to the backpack, don't make him cutesy and cartoony, please! :3

The haunted house idea sounds great! A plush Cheshire would be my first choice followed by the pillow. Both using the Asylum design.

First thoughts are: Asylum Ches wins hands down over Madness Ches for a Handbag or Pillow. Personally I would adore a bag, I would take him with me everywhere ( already do, as I have a cheshire tattoo, but I digress). I love the shapes in the bag design, and the depths of detail in the face - which is really what makes Ches who he is. Vote 1 for Asylum Ches handbag! Plush Ches would be cool, ONLY if they can do him justice and make him look EVIL As F@#% !! - otherwise it has no significance and may aswell be a random kitten plush - certainly not the awesome Ches.

I love the haunted house idea, I never did one as a kid, so this would be exciting! I also love the circus design. I personally like the plushie design, it's quite cute, but at the same time, I'm such a massive fan of the OG skeletal, bloody, mangy Cheshire.

How about Cheshire everything? The prototype design is looking pretty spot on! For a Cheshire bag/backpack, I think the thickness of the head looks good in the drawing. For a plush, I'd want to see it rounder and more full. Of all the options, I'd want a plush the most. I feel it'd be the most versatile in terms of display. Now back to a purse/backpack - if it was a plush backpack, I'd want that old 90's functionality where there's a zipper in the back, so the straps can be pulled out and the plush used as a backpack, then the straps zipped back in when you're not using it. I'd also want to see designs on the straps - perhaps the Cheshire's later ear symbols? I am 100% for a Cheshire purse, too, but I'd prefer a more subtle non-plush design. Something classy like the other bag designs on Mysterious. I'm liking where this is all going!

I personally love the plush! I have my rabbit up on display and the plush would go right with him. Though I am a sucker for a good purse too. The pillow seems interesting, but I'd want to display it, not use it, and a pillow just seems too large to display.

A Cheshire pillow sounds wonderful!~

i'd love a cheshire cat bag and pillow :O I'd think they look super cool!

I ADORE THE HAUNTED HOUSE AND ALL THE CIRCUS THEMES 😍🙀💓

I VOTE PILLOW/PURSE BACKPACK CHESH😻

Child me hates the idea of a haunted house, because child me was scared of EVERYTHING xD Adult me still hates jump scares and stuff like that, but it would be tolerable and make sense in the setting of haunted house. I like the idea of a Cheshire head bag, but don't think I would actually use it, if I an being honest. As a pillow would be awesome! The plushified Chesh looks suuuper cute! Would it come with a bag like the rabbit plush did? I really love the rabbit property bag! I say Chesh pillow or plush, and both should come with a cool Chesh themed bag (unless it jacks up the price way to much).

I would so love a Cheshire plush. The pillow also sounds nice, but I wouldn't throw it on the sofa out of fear of having it daamaged. Just don't make it too cute.

Child me is not very happy about the haunted house, because child me was scared of EVERYTHING xD On a serious note, I hate jump scares, but in the setting of a haunted house it makes sense. I would definitely put a Cheshire pillow on my sofa too! The Chesh head as a bag.. I like the idea, but don't think I would actualy use it, if I'm being honest.

I feel like Cheshire is really the icon for the franchise, fuck I knew his design by heart before I even played the game. Which is why my standard for him is sky high. That plush really wouldn't work for me. Maybe if i game their was a kitten segment, or another doll/icon we could plushify instead? But the throw pillow seems lacking something as well. Icekiller158 has amazing ideas tho.

Personally. I live for Cheshire. He is the reason I fell in love with your first Alice Game. While I can enjoy the cartoonized plush, I feel like it doesnt do justice to the wickedness that is Ches. I realise it may be hard to achieve a 'plush' that copies the artstyle properly, but Ches deserves it. The more realistic, the better for me.

Dewi Sri

really not sure about the plush doll design.... it's a little too "old time-y cartoon" in the face. might fit better with Bendy and the Ink Machine than your Alice. Quite like the pillow/backpack though ^_^

Catheryn Alice North

Cheshire Kitten Plush is ADORABLE. Still not the biggest grinning fan but okay. I think the plush version would be much better than the sitting version (my 4 year old wanna cuddle the kitten and that's just more fun with a plush like the rabbit of course.). So i would def. vote for the kitten plush same kinda like the rabbit! SUGGESTION: if we get the plushy kitten the whiskers should be soft IF we actually need them (because i don't). And i would prefer the kitten like the picture without the earring (maybe the earring could be like the other eye of the bunny? for those who wanna give him one?)

Jessi St.

Omggggg the pillow backpack mix! I love functional fluffy things the most! SUGGESTION: functional fluffy friends(or foe

Sarah Heist

Both would be incredible but that insane looking lil chesh doll is everything for me. There's just something very sweet yet crazy about the design, I would prefer it over the pillow. Please don't make the plush have a smushed face or a printed face, allowing for real depth and contours really takes it up a notch! I'm not sure how that affects price but personally I would be much more inclined to buy a lil chesh with real features.

Hmm I’d rather a plush similar to the original even if it meant a wire frame. Definitely a plush like that is my first choice... however if that’s off the table, of the pillow vs purse options pillow wins out by a landslide for me.

I personally love the idea of a purse/backpack or the cushion idea. Plushes are great but it’d be fun to get a different sort of item! Also practicality + coolness is a definite factor with those two options.

Legion Ratfell

I liked icekiller158 idea about the plush ...but I want to be able to move him too not just a display plush ..if it can be both at ones it will be perfect.

Droitclair

CHESHIRE PLUSH: We should be able to get Cheshire plush to sit like this, using his tail as balance(which what the tail is for). <a href="https://imgur.com/F00oH49" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://imgur.com/F00oH49</a> The kitten version will be a better fit than the adult version. SUGGESTION: Seeing the concept art for Cheshire plush gave me an idea of a toy level where Alice is transformed into a doll, similar to those dolls that Joey have been creating. In her doll form, she will be limited to smacking, kicking and head bashing for her attacks.

For my opinion I prefer the Cheshire cat plush because many people want it and there will be a bag already coming with the plush ...the plush will hit the goal faster than the previous rewards ...the plush needs little bit of change like the ears need to be more pointed , less grin and claws. For other types of merchandise as people mentioned they can become the next reward after the plush or in mysterious shop ...it's just an opinion :p

Droitclair

I would love a cheshire plush!!!

Circus/faire/carnival motifs are some of my absolute favorites, the haunted house look really cool, and could be so interactive! I think that if you wanted to make a Cheshire that's very close to what he, or the kitten, looks like in art then a plushie is probably not the way to go XP something like a statue or action figure would be closer. I really like the plush-ified version of him, kind of like a mascot rather than a replica, and I feel like you could make loads of related items in a similar style, keychains, pillows and so on, or even a Gloomy Bear-like backpack or kigurumi. I really like your idea of a Cheshire head backpack though, it'd certainly fit more into it than a plush-ified bag! Personally I'd prefer a bag over a pillow, simply because the pillow wouldn't match anything in my apartment ;__;

I'd be down for a really nice quality tapestry, but the plush is adorable as well. I'll admit I'm a little skeptical about a bag, just because I so rarely use one and I feel like you'd be hitting a smaller target audience. Not interested in a pillow unless it's a big one I can sleep with. I second the clock idea! How cool.

Saucentric

I love the haunted house ride and would love a poster of it! and the teacup for her to ride in is awesome. it's a reverse anachronism, which is cool...and maybe in the twisted horror of this ride she has a plush cheshire instead of a plush rabbit? I don't use bags...but if Alice had a cheshire bag in the game...it could make for a cool cosplay addition A cheshire analog clock would be cool...like the old black cat clocks where eyes and tail go back and forth each second

Not really loving a backpack idea. Suppose for the younger patrons but been a bit older I'm not feeling that bit.

Can’t wait to see more of the ‘haunted house’! I’m guessing it will be her family home? Very excited about this! I was obsessed with scary things as a child, gave me nightmares but couldn’t get enough 👍

Defo loving the plush collection that's growing. Would happily buy more for the wee plush family

CHESHIRE PLUSH: I would love to have a Peruvian hat or a backpack! I think if it's a backpack, it should be redesigned to be more functional. It could chaos zipper pulls and maybe his ears could stick out of the top. Perhaps another plush wouldn't be a good idea, simply because we already have a plush and it's amazing. GHOST HOUSE: I love this concept! It would be awesome if we could have other rides to interact with or just to look at that are from that era, though I'm not sure what that would be. I do know that way back in the day, things like this were unintentionally terrifying, so perhaps we could see the beginning look realistic (but still scary), then as she progresses (however that may be), everything slowly gets warped into the art in this post. EDIT: After like 3 seconds of research on fairs, I found that they didn't have any rides, but featured things like games and shows. Perhaps we could see Alice play some old games from the time period. Circuses were very popular, but I think more research needs to be done on the topic.

Wendy Jaa

The plush is still definately adorable with that asylum twist. I think the pillow would be a good choice if it was a good soft useable pillow not just for decoration. Same goes for the bagpack, it would have to have a decent size pocket for any good use. I once bought a Chewbacca bagpack cuz it's cute but I'm debating on getting rid of it because the pockets barely but enough to fit a wallet so there isnt much use for a bagpack without carrying capacity...

Definitely like the kitten plush idea better, one where it’s more cute and would pair nicely with the rabbit plush. The other options seem too realistic and the more cute version would match the “child-like” essence better. Don’t care much for the options at all.

Angel Ellis

How about a Cheshire... Hat?

I prefer the Cheshire plush and don’t mind if it’s more cute that he’d be in game.

Justin Cole

The concept is based on the Asylum one. The earring is on adult Chesh. I would like an earring as well though.

Heck yes to that throw pillow!!!! Also to a Cheshi backpack, shower rug, cheshi beanie. How about some tapestries???? I'd be for some car accessories, like windshield cover, steering wheel cover , seat cover . Just ALLLL THE THINGS PLEASE!!! I'm loving the chesh plush concept so far.!!!!!!

The plushie version is super cute, but I would LOVE a Cheshire Cat purse or backpack for conventions! I feel like backpack would be better to keep the hands free (for my vorpal blade) or a purse with a cross strap that’s worn across the chest. Maybe do both the plushie and purse (or backpack for unisex)? Have the plushie be a Patreon goal and sell the purse in the shop?

Melissa Chanyarlak

I’d love to see a Cheshire Cat plush that looks like the kitten from the EA Pitch art that was posted this time last year (the in-burnt kitten on the left side of the card). He’s cute and cuddly looking, but also has a cunningness that we’ve all come to love. If he’s built as bulky (stocky?) as he looks in the art I don’t think he’d require a wire skeleton at all.

ImprudentBean35

I am more a fan of the plush. Then the other two. It can go well the rabbit. I feel that the creepy but cuteness of the plush fits the world better. If other options are still being taken. I think a nice figure could be cool. Like made of PVC. It would allow for a cool and detailed version of the car since he is very skeletal. Similar to an anime figure for a frame of reference. I dont know how much it would cost in the end of the day, but I thought it would be a cool idea. I would love to hear what other think. Especially those that can make it happen.

Can you explain how it "turned out completely different?"

American McGee

I do like the plush version. Very creepy. Is it possible to make the ear a bit more pointed and add the earring?

Okay I LOVE the ghost house. Amazing! Every post I just get more and more excited for this game! Regarding the Cheshire Cat, I would still love a plush. A purse/backpack is a cool idea, but as a woman I know I am super picky about the designs of any bags I get (and I only use backpacks, I'm not a purse person), and that may apply to others, as well. But I LOVE the idea of having a plush Cheshire Cat. Plus, the rabbit needs a friend. The more snuggle-buddies, the better! I love the rabbit, but a Cheshire Cat plush is the ultimate must-have. Also, would it absolutely have to have a wire frame? I love the design, but would actually prefer something soft and flexible like the rabbit plush, if it all possible!

I was thinking about making it look more like the Ches Kitten design in the License proposal. It doesn't need to be posable but to sit nicely. I had a cat plush that was sitting without the need of wire. Even tho I love my rabbit plush, it turned out completely different from what I had in mind and I would prefer if the Ches plushie wouldn't follow the same path.

Priscila Nosoma

I honestly love the plushie version!!!! Love the evil adorable combo

claws like the whiskers? ear ring? still thinking

I think the cat doll is too cutesy, if I didn't know I wouldn't have thought it to be a McGee cat, understand you cant do the one on the left, but maybe one on the right just more McGee....ish?

I'd love the Cheshire backpack or a plush!!! I love my rabbit plush, it's so soft

I think that design for the doll looks great, fits the theme and context.

I have to agree with Phil. I still like the idea of a plush. If it had a wire frame could it be poseable?

Laura Fowler

Although I'd really love to see Cheshire as a statue or figurine

I'd rather some kind of a plush...honestly speaking I can't see myself being too excited about a purse, backpack or pillow...maybe it's my age as I was 17 when I the original released and I played that and remember collecting all the figures for that including the Tower Records exclusive. The rabbit plush was awesome and looks great on my shelf with my teapot and vorpal blades and I love having things to display on shelves these days...so ya based on options my vote has to be plush

I like the idea of a haunted ride but will it's find its place in the Alice game? Maybe it could work as just a cutscene. I do like the idea of the cheshire backpack the best but the chesire pillow is Chesiriffic as well, I love chesire, hense another reason why I want him as a tattoo, but maybe more Chesire products could be a chesire back scratcher? Chesire bobble head? Chesire mug? Or even a chesire nightlight to protect you from wonderlands darkness?

I still much prefer the idea of the cheshire plush doll over the alternatives and fully expect it to be a simplified version. Actually really like the concept version shown here. My only critical feedback would perhaps be to make the ears less round and more pointed.

I vote for the Cheshire plush. It would be really really cute plus the white rabbit needs a friend!

I do know that I have a Frostwolf pup plush from the World Of Warcraft game that is able to sit quite nicely and it doesn't have a wire skeletal system. it does have a small amount of wrapped wire in its ears to you can move them into positions though. I am so in love with my bunny plush and nothing would make me happier than having a Chesh plush because Chesh is my everything.

I vote Cheshire blankat

love the art! 😱 as for the cheshire cat.. i kind of like entertaining the idea of a more cute and cuddly version that compliments the rabbit rather a more "true" to cheshire cat that could very well look like chester cheetah.

Can not wait for this game !!!!!! And a plush friend of Cheshy would be great for plush rabbit ! 😉🐱🐰 INSIDE A FAUX LEATHER COLLECTORS BAG/PURSE would be perfect and I would buy that FOR SURE!!!!!!!!!!

I can't believe all the amazing work that is going into this game !!!!! Omri is an amazing artist !!!! This is definitely going to meet the standards of Madness Returns!!!!!!! Beautiful stuff!!!!!!


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