Appa – Handcrafted 1U Resin Artisan Keycap (Loyal Sky Bison)

Celebrate the gentle strength and unwavering loyalty of Appa, the beloved sky bison from Avatar: The Last Airbender, with this beautifully handcrafted 1U resin keycap. Captured in mid-flight, Appa’s broad, furry body and signature arrow markings are expertly sculpted and hand-painted to highlight his warm and dependable nature. Every detail, from his expressive eyes to the soft texture of his fur, brings this iconic companion to life in miniature form.

Encased in clear resin, Appa appears to soar above stylized clouds, with delicate wisps and soft blue hues evoking the vast skies he calls home. The layered resin creates a sense of depth and motion, making it feel as though Appa is gliding effortlessly through the air. Despite the compact 1U size, the keycap embodies a rich scene that captures the spirit of adventure and friendship.

More than just a functional keycap, this artisan piece honors the bond between Appa and Aang, symbolizing trust, courage, and the journey they share. Ideal for fans of Avatar: The Last Airbender and collectors of unique artisan keys, this keycap adds a touch of magic and nostalgia to any keyboard setup.

Material: resin

HOW IT MADE

Confident as one of the biggest and most seriously invested keycap workshops in Vietnam, we possess the full equipment, people, skills and knowledge to produce the most professional custom keycap products. Each product, when it reaches you, goes through 12 carefully controlled production steps:

Step 1: The product idea is sketched

Step 2: mold or design in 3D to make the first prototype. The prototype be considered and refined multiple times.

Step 3: The basic shape of the keycap is 3D printed

Step 4: The 3D printed model is washed with a special solution

Step 5: Illuminate the model under UV lamp

Step 6: Paint the base coat for the keycap

Step 7: Paint multiple layers of color, from large color patches to color details as small as 0.1mm

Step 8: Pour the resin

Step 9: The keycap mold is compressed in a high-pressure cage to remove air bubbles, creating absolute clarity

Step 10: Cut the excess details

Step 11: Go through 10-12 stages of extremely detail grinding and polishing to create a mirror-like shine

Step 12: Check each and every finished keycap put into box

Each required step is performed by skilled artisans with a minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience.