The Legend of Patupaiarehe
The Legend of Patupaiarehe
Following the COVID-19 pandemic, many rangatahi have lost their sense of social connection and are seeking opportunities to reconnect with others. This project highlights Spark’s 5G technology and aims to provide a foundation for new social interactions. “The Legend of Patupaiarehe” is a 5G-powered projection-mapped escape room designed to reintroduce rangatahi to the possibilities of 5G while encouraging meaningful social connections through an immersive and collaborative experience.
Following the COVID-19 pandemic, many rangatahi have lost their sense of social connection and are seeking opportunities to reconnect with others. This project highlights Spark’s 5G technology and aims to provide a foundation for new social interactions. “The Legend of Patupaiarehe” is a 5G-powered projection-mapped escape room designed to reintroduce rangatahi to the possibilities of 5G while encouraging meaningful social connections through an immersive and collaborative experience.
Date : 04 / 2024
Type : Group Project
Tools : Blender, After effect, Procreator
Project timeline : 8 weeks
Walkthorugh Video
Walkthorugh Video
Problem
Problem
"Rangatahi are struggling with loneliness and social disconnection after COVID-19, and need support to rebuild their confidence and reconnect with others."
"Rangatahi are struggling with loneliness and social disconnection after COVID-19, and need support to rebuild their confidence and reconnect with others."
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, many rangatahi have struggled to reconnect socially. Extended periods of isolation and disrupted routines have led to increased feelings of loneliness, disconnection, and social discomfort. As a result, they face challenges in rebuilding confidence and engaging with others in meaningful ways.
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, many rangatahi have struggled to reconnect socially. Extended periods of isolation and disrupted routines have led to increased feelings of loneliness, disconnection, and social discomfort. As a result, they face challenges in rebuilding confidence and engaging with others in meaningful ways.
Problem Statement
Rangatahi are feeling socially inept and isolated post COVID-19 and need a way to get back into socializing and connecting with others.
Project Aims
The project aims to provide fun ways for Rangatahi to reconnect with society, reducing social stress and connections.
Solution
Solution
"The project features a 5G projection-mapped escape room inspired by Māori mythology."
"The project features a 5G projection-mapped escape room inspired by Māori mythology."
The project aims to address this issue by providing a unique and immersive experience through a projection-mapped escape room inspired by the Māori myth of the Patupaiarehe, mystical fairy-like beings from Māori folklore.
The project aims to address this issue by providing a unique and immersive experience through a projection-mapped escape room inspired by the Māori myth of the Patupaiarehe, mystical fairy-like beings from Māori folklore.
Storyline
Floor Plan
Floor Plan
There will be the 360° Projection Mappings in every room, and there will be the interactive puzzles that react to motion tracking
Room 3
Room 2
Room 1
Introduction Room
Room 3
Room 2
Room 1
Introduction Room
Projection Mapping Map
Projection Mapping Map
Introduction room
Introduction room
The village story teller Moana goes missing
Villagers suspect the Patupaiarehe (fairies) are involved
Players get introduced on how to interact with the rooms
The village story teller Moana goes missing
Villagers suspect the Patupaiarehe (fairies) are involved
Players get introduced on how to interact with the rooms
The village story teller Moana goes missing
Villagers suspect the Patupaiarehe (fairies) are involved
Players get introduced on how to interact with the rooms
Room 1
Room 1
Head into the Forest
Foot steps
Fairies use misty illusions (Puzzle)
Head into the Forest
Foot steps
Fairies use misty illusions (Puzzle)
Head into the Forest
Foot steps
Fairies use misty illusions (Puzzle)
Room 2
Room 2
Stone wall puzzles
Collect offerings for the fairies from the river
Stone wall puzzles
Collect offerings for the fairies from the river
Stone wall puzzles
Collect offerings for the fairies from the river
Room 3
Room 3
Offer the fish to Patupaiarehe
Moana appears
Moana is released
Offer the fish to Patupaiarehe
Moana appears
Moana is released
Offer the fish to Patupaiarehe
Moana appears
Moana is released
Escape rooms
Escape rooms
Group Works
Group Works
To support the escape room concept, the team developed social media content, bus posters, a website, and a user guide.
To support the escape room concept, the team developed social media content, bus posters, a website, and a user guide.
Experience
Experience
This project was developed in collaboration with Spark NZ as part of an MDS client brief. Over an 8-week period, our team tackled a real-world problem through a creative design solution tailored to our target audience.
We proposed a 3D projection-mapped escape room inspired by the Māori myth of the Patupaiarehe.
My primary role was to design and produce the motion mockup and walkthrough video, showcasing how the audience would interact with the escape room experience. To achieve this, I used Blender for 3D visualization and After Effects for motion design and sequencing. I crafted a narrative-driven walkthrough, highlighting the player's journey as they solved puzzles and progressed through the immersive space.
Throughout the process, we explored a wide range of ideas and directions, constantly iterating to align the concept with Spark's brand identity. This experience helped me understand the value of brand coherence in storytelling and the importance of aligning creative direction with client expectations.
This project was developed in collaboration with Spark NZ as part of an MDS client brief. Over an 8-week period, our team tackled a real-world problem through a creative design solution tailored to our target audience.
We proposed a 3D projection-mapped escape room inspired by the Māori myth of the Patupaiarehe.
My primary role was to design and produce the motion mockup and walkthrough video, showcasing how the audience would interact with the escape room experience. To achieve this, I used Blender for 3D visualization and After Effects for motion design and sequencing. I crafted a narrative-driven walkthrough, highlighting the player's journey as they solved puzzles and progressed through the immersive space.
Throughout the process, we explored a wide range of ideas and directions, constantly iterating to align the concept with Spark's brand identity. This experience helped me understand the value of brand coherence in storytelling and the importance of aligning creative direction with client expectations.
Next Steps
Next Steps
Reflecting on the project, I saw the potential to create an even more immersive experience by combining advanced motion graphics with more dynamic 3D elements. This inspired me to further explore 3D production and deepen my skills in motion design to enhance future walkthrough mockups and narrative-driven visual storytelling.
Reflecting on the project, I saw the potential to create an even more immersive experience by combining advanced motion graphics with more dynamic 3D elements. This inspired me to further explore 3D production and deepen my skills in motion design to enhance future walkthrough mockups and narrative-driven visual storytelling.
Aaron Lee ©2025