Chapter 0005: Draw a Pikachu
This image is far more perfect and adorable than the original image of Pikachu at the time of its creation, as it has undergone 20 years of evolution, culminating in the most perfect and adorable Pikachu image as envisioned by players!
The funds have now been exhausted, but fortunately, the products have all been completed. The next step is to launch them for sale, using the market to test the sales of the instant noodles. This is a battle that does not allow for failure
If he fails, then Jia Yapeng will really commit suicide; after all, he is someone who has already died once, so what is there to be afraid of
There is no way around it. If it were another character, Jia Yapeng might have to deliberately recall it, but the image of Pikachu is so vivid that it is almost etched in his mind. As a professional artist, Jia Yapeng naturally completed a perfect depiction of Pikachu in just a few minutes
In the era when Jia Yapeng traveled through time, when mentioning Little Raccoon instant noodles and the Water Margin hero cards, people would immediately recall them and engage in endless conversation with you
After finalizing the design of the packaging, Jia Yapeng approached General Manager Wang again, requesting him to immediately print a batch of brand new packaging. Once everything was settled, Jia Yapeng then sat down to continue contemplating his decision
Embracing this awakening of either certain victory or inevitable death, Jia Yapeng took a resolute step forward
However, Jia Yapeng is different; with the essence of the next 30 years stored in his mind, it did not take him much time to conjure a classic image in his imagination
"Wait a minute, does that mean that Old Ren's pet Pokémon, oh, what was it changed to, Pokémon? Is it going to be taken away by me?" Looking at the Pikachu in front of him, Jia Yapeng couldn't help but murmur.
Do not say that Mr. Wang truly has a way; in less than a month, or even in less than half a month, the 100,000 cards that Jia Yapeng needed were delivered to him.
If he fails, then all this money will be wasted, and Jia Yapeng might as well go commit suicide directly
1 million, is that really necessary! President Wang was taken aback, as 1 million sheets equates to 20,000 RMB. Why does Jia Yapeng need so many? Is he planning to specialize in selling cards?
In fact, this design is quite easy to handle; it only requires copying the packaging of the original Little Racoon from back in the day, as the original is always the best. However, when Jia Yapeng wanted to draw the original Little Racoon onto it, he hesitated.
Pikachu! It is decided, you are the one! Jia Yapeng wrote fervently, and within just a few minutes, he had drawn this little cutie.
With this mindset, Jia Yapeng has spent a total of 20,000 RMB, which includes the cost of materials, a portion of the workers' wages, various brushes and drawing paper, as well as the expenses for printing cards. Jia Yapeng does not hold back on spending.
On the day before the upcoming sale, Daling suddenly came to inquire whether the previous packaging should still be used
"It's done, I've brought out all the cards, if we still don't win this time, then there is no justice in the world!" After the great achievement was completed, Jia Yapeng couldn't help but let out a long sigh. He had truly given it his all this time
Alright, it is time to launch for sale, otherwise all my money will be spent! After sending off General Manager Wang, Jia Yapeng revealed a bitter smile. Although everything has been going very smoothly recently, this is entirely due to Jia Yapeng's financial investment. If Jia Yapeng were not willing to spend money, how could things in this world be so smooth!
It is not acceptable; we must find a more impressive and even unforgettable mascot! Jia Yapeng stood up and began to pace around the studio, contemplating what kind of mascot could replace the image of the raccoon and serve as the starting point for the soaring success of his career
Well, perhaps there is no need for compensation. Pokémon was first released in 1996, and there are still 6 years to go. It should still be in development. Maybe I will develop it first..." Jia Yapeng thought cheerfully. However, for Jia Yapeng at this moment, it was merely a beautiful idea. Developing a console game was still a bit too far away for him.
This money is given so quickly! Mr. Wang looked at the Renminbi in his hand in disbelief. He had thought that this little child would not pay so readily, and that it would take a few months of back-and-forth before settling the bill.
Here, this is 2000 yuan, keep it well! Jia Yapeng readily handed the money to General Manager Wang on the spot
It is necessary to redesign! How about this, let's postpone the sales plan for a few days, and I will redesign the packaging! Jia Yapeng decisively made the decision and then locked himself back in the studio to start designing the instant noodle packaging
But if we talk about what that little raccoon on the packaging looks like, very few people can actually remember it, as the recognition of this mascot is indeed quite low
By the way, this instant noodle is no longer called Little Raccoon; let's just call it Little Elf instead! Jia Yapeng touched his nose and began to chuckle foolishly.
Mr. Wang's factory has lost its active cash flow due to this reason, ultimately leaving it on the brink of collapse. Receiving cash payment on the spot for supplies is absolutely the first time in Mr. Wang's history, nearly bringing him to tears with emotion
It shouldn't be the case, Pikachu is just one of the Pokémon; even without it, we can still manage to create something!
Haha, perhaps Japan has also designed an identical Pikachu, unaware that I have this Pikachu here in China. When the time comes, I can sue him, wouldn't that make the so-called strongest legal department, Old Ren, pay me a hefty sum in copyright fees? Hahaha!" Thinking of this, Jia Yapeng couldn't help but laugh.
What I aim to create is the most top-notch and stylish instant noodle brand in all of China. The old-fashioned kind that barely has more than just a product name is absolutely unacceptable.
It will not fail! A hint of ruthlessness appeared on Jia Yapeng's face, and at this moment, there was a sentence that had been buried deep in his heart, which he did not speak out.
Previous packaging? Absolutely not! Definitely not! Jia Yapeng immediately rejected it. That kind of outdated, unattractive, and old-fashioned packaging? Isn't that embarrassing? It simply does not align with the positioning of the product.
It is simply the reality that leaves one speechless; when Jia Yapeng took this step, he suddenly realized that he seemed to need to take half a step back first
Mr. Wang truly could not comprehend the thoughts of the little fellow before him, but upon considering the 20,000 yuan in crisp renminbi, he nodded and assured that the delivery would be made within 3 months
The Little Raccoon is indeed the mascot of the original packaging, but although Little Raccoon instant noodles were popular back in the day, the image of Little Raccoon did not gain popularity, or rather, it did not stir any waves in the hearts of the Chinese people.
Spend money when it is necessary, do not be penny wise and pound foolish
Is it really good to draw that original little raccoon? Jia Yapeng fell into deep thought
Brother Wang, I will trouble you again. I still need 1,000,000 cards like this. Could you see if you can deliver them within three months?" Jia Yapeng said with a smile
However, the cost of this card is 2 cents, and if it were to be sold in a store, which store would be willing to spend 2 cents on such a card that cannot be eaten or used
This is a super sprite that is deeply rooted in the hearts of all humanity around the world, with an unparalleled level of recognition
It is also quite distant for Huaxia
However, this 20,000 is all of Jia Yapeng's capital, part of which is the compensation for his parents' death, and another part is the money borrowed against the factory's equipment as collateral for a loan
This is the consistent principle by which Jia Yapeng operates: when undertaking significant tasks, do not be stingy with small expenditures. If spending money can lead to successful outcomes, then do not hesitate to invest. While saving may yield a ten-thousand-yuan household, it will not produce a millionaire
This is a yellow creature with a lightning-like tail, rabbit-like ears, a small and cute round body, and two short little legs, with two rosy cheeks, resembling a mouse-like sprite
If it were an ordinary person, even if they spent half a year wandering around in the office, they would not be able to conceive a mascot that would be renowned throughout history