The Story Behind the Project
Every extraordinary display begins with a collector’s vision.
This project started when a passionate collector from Chicago contacted Jocoin Studios with a simple idea: transform his One Piece Gear 5 figure into a custom display worthy of becoming the centerpiece of his collection.
Instead of adapting an existing design, every aspect of the display was created from scratch. Through ongoing conversations, concept development, engineering, and handcrafted craftsmanship, the project evolved into a one-of-a-kind display that reflected both the character and the collector behind it.
More than building a display case, the goal was to create an immersive environment that tells a story while protecting and showcasing the collectible for years to come.
150 + Hours
100% Custom Desing
1 Collector's Vision
International
Why This Project Started
Finding someone capable of designing a truly custom display case isn’t always easy. Like many collectors, the client spent days searching for the right artist—someone who could create more than a display, someone who could bring an idea to life.
What ultimately built confidence wasn’t just the portfolio. It was the conversations, the attention to detail, and the shared passion for creating something unique.
It Was Hard Looking!
Gear 5 Collector, Chicago
Finding the Right Studio
Before discovering Jocoin Studios, the collector explored different options but struggled to find artists specializing in fully custom display environments. Most search results focused on commercial display cases or standard products rather than handcrafted collector projects.
The goal wasn’t simply to buy a display case—it was to collaborate with someone capable of designing a one-of-a-kind centerpiece built specifically around the figure.
Where the Build Begins
Every exceptional display begins with careful planning and a solid foundation.
Before painting, lighting, or detailing begins, every component is carefully assembled in dry fit to evaluate proportions, composition, and structural stability. This stage allows each element to be refined before permanently becoming part of the final display.
By validating every dimension and interaction early in the process, the project moves forward with confidence, ensuring the finished display is both visually striking and structurally reliable.
Sculpting the Environment
With the overall structure defined, the focus shifted to shaping the environment surrounding the figure.
Every rock formation, fractured surface, and terrain layer was individually hand-carved from XPS foam. Rather than using pre-made scenery, each element was sculpted from scratch to create a natural composition inspired by the energy and atmosphere of the scene.
This stage transformed simple construction materials into the foundation of the final display.
Painting Every Detail
Once the sculpting was complete, the focus shifted to surface finishing and color.
Every layer of primer, acrylic paint, dry brushing, and weathering was applied by hand to enhance depth and realism. Rather than relying on a single coat of paint, multiple techniques were combined to create natural stone textures and emphasize every carved detail.
The transformation from raw XPS foam to realistic terrain was one of the most rewarding stages of the entire project.
Lighting That Brings the Scene to Life
Every lighting element was carefully integrated to enhance the atmosphere while keeping the focus entirely on the figure.
The illuminated moon, concealed LED system, and layered background work together to create depth, contrast, and visual balance. Every cable, mounting point, and lighting component was intentionally hidden so that only the finished presentation remains visible.
Rather than simply adding illumination, the entire display was engineered to recreate the dramatic atmosphere of Gear 5 while preserving the clean appearance and premium craftsmanship expected from a collector-quality display.
Integrated LED Moon Illumination
Concealed Cable Routing
Balanced Ambient Lighting
Collector-Grade Presentation
Bringing Every Element Together
Every handcrafted component was carefully assembled to create a seamless collector display. Hidden engineering, removable panels, and precision alignment work together to transform individual pieces into one cohesive presentation.
The result is a premium Gear 5 display case built for both lasting protection and visual impact.
Modular Construction
Precision Alignment
Hidden Fasteners
Removable Components
A Custom Display Case Built for Collectors
After weeks of design, sculpting, painting, lighting, and assembly, every handcrafted element comes together as a single collector display. The result is a museum-quality presentation created to celebrate one of the most iconic Gear 5 moments while protecting the figure for years to come.
Completed Gear 5 Display
Front view of the finished collector display featuring handcrafted terrain and integrated lighting.
Gear 5 Collector Display
Angled view highlighting the handcrafted scenery, acrylic enclosure, and illuminated moon system.
Gear 5 Luffy Close-Up
Close-up view showcasing the handcrafted Gear 5 figure illuminated by the custom moon backdrop.
Handcrafted from Scratch
Premium Materials
Integrated Lighting
Removable Acrylic Panels
Inspired by This Display?
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