# Hyperfy Discord - 2026-02-10

## Overall Discussion Highlights

### 3D Asset Hosting & Management
- Arweave (app.ardrive.io) was highlighted as a decentralized hosting solution for VRM avatar files, costing approximately $0.10-$0.50 per avatar depending on file size
- A new open-source 3D assets website (opensource3dassets.com) was launched, with the creator requesting community feedback
- Discussion about Web2 alternatives (Google APIs) for users less familiar with decentralized hosting options

### Intellectual Property Considerations
- Clarification on RTFKT clone modification policies: modified clones can be sold if they don't contain Nike/RTFKT logos and are properly labeled with the clone number
- Discussion about proper attribution and labeling requirements for modified 3D assets

### Avatar Equipment Functionality
- Users discussed hyperlink (.hyp) functionality for avatar equipment
- References to "Avatar Station" as a resource for equipment implementation

## Key Questions & Answers

**Q: How do you arrange the VRM file share in practice? Does it cost you money?**  
*Asked by Fibelius*  
**A:** "I use Arweave https://app.ardrive.io I put down $10 and each avatar probably costs me like .10 - .50 cents depending on file size. I also made a tutorial for hosting them on web2 google apis for peeps that don't fully understand decentralization."  
*Answered by 𝕽𝖔𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖆𝖓*

**Q: Can modified RTFKT clones be sold without legal issues?**  
*Asked by Fibelius*  
**A:** Modified clones can be sold as long as they don't contain Nike or RTFKT logos and are properly labeled with the clone number (e.g., "modified clone #1234")  
*Answered by 𝕽𝖔𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖆𝖓*

**Q: Where can I find information about hyperlink (.hyp) for avatar equipment functionality?**  
*Asked by an unnamed user*  
**A:** Check the Discord message link provided and search for "Avatar Station" for more information  
*Answered by another community member*

## Community Help & Collaboration

1. **VRM File Hosting Solutions**
   - 𝕽𝖔𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖆𝖓 helped Fibelius by explaining decentralized hosting options
   - Shared a YouTube tutorial for Web2 hosting alternatives for less technical users
   - Provided cost estimates to help with planning

2. **IP Rights Clarification**
   - 𝕽𝖔𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖆𝖓 clarified IP concerns for Fibelius regarding modified RTFKT clones
   - Explained proper labeling requirements to avoid legal issues

3. **Open-Source 3D Assets**
   - A community member shared a new open-source 3D assets platform
   - Actively sought feedback from the community to improve the resource

## Action Items

### Technical
- **Use Arweave for decentralized VRM file hosting** | Cost-effective solution at $0.10-$0.50 per avatar | *Mentioned by 𝕽𝖔𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖆𝖓*
- **Label modified clones properly** | Include clone number and label as "modified clone #1234" | *Mentioned by 𝕽𝖔𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖆𝖓*
- **Explore Avatar Station functionality** | For implementing avatar equipment features | *Mentioned by community member*

### Documentation
- **Follow YouTube tutorial for Web2 hosting alternatives** | Guide for users who don't understand decentralization | *Mentioned by 𝕽𝖔𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖆𝖓*
- **Provide feedback on opensource3dassets.com** | Help improve the newly launched platform | *Requested by platform creator*

### Community
- **Check out opensource3dassets.com** | New resource for 3D assets | *Shared by community member*
- **Review proper IP attribution practices** | Especially when modifying existing assets | *Discussed by 𝕽𝖔𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖆𝖓*