HydroGraphics refers to a livery application process created by Miva Filoseta in collaboration with other designers that was first introduced in 2008. HydroGraphics featured multicolor gradations with intricate patterns and were able to cover nearly any surface of any chosen model as opposed to the limited coverage that any tampography stamp processes provided. It was achieved by dipping parts of a model in a water-based solution with a desired graphic floating on the surface and has since been used on Speed Racer and Battle Force 5 series releases.
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