Our mission is to provide a world-class stage for creators to prove their skills, share their processes, and set new standards in the global maker community.
ONE WORLD. ONE STAGE. GWCC.
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Subjects from science fiction, fantasy, and futuristic settings (Mecha, starships, creatures). A focus on high-concept world-building, artistic narrative, and advanced effects.
To understand the difference between this category and 3D Design & Printing, see the FAQ below!
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Champion
Cash $800.00 + Gift Card $800.00
No. of Spots: 1
1st Runner Up
Cash $500.00 + Gift Card $500.00
No. of Spots: 1
2nd Runner Up
Cash $300.00 + Gift Card $300.00
No. of Spots: 1
Most Creative
Cash $100.00 + Gift Card $100.00
No. of Spots: 5
Honorable Mentions
Cash $50.00 + Gift Card $50.00
No. of Spots: 10
| Place/Prize | Cash (USD) | Gaahleri Gift Card (USD) | Number of Prizes | Each Total (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Champion | 800.00 | 800.00 | 1 | 1,600.00 |
| 1st Runner Up | 500.00 | 500.00 | 1 | 1,000.00 |
| 2nd Runner Up | 300.00 | 300.00 | 1 | 600.00 |
| Most Creative | 100.00 | 100.00 | 5 | 200.00 |
| Honorable Mentions | 50.00 | 50.00 | 10 | 100.00 |
For The Community
Register as a Voter at www.gwcc.online starting June 30 to follow the builds, interact with the masters, and influence the global conversation. ;)
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April 11th 2026
Registrations Starts
Register for your category on www.gaahleri.com/pages/gwcconline.
April 11th - June 30th 2026
Participants Activation
We will guide participants through an activation process that explains the rules and regulations of GWCC, the competition's logic, the judging criteria, and how the judging works. It's not a hassle, just an email explaining all the "need to know".
May 11th 2026
The Competition Begins
All applicants will have their bio, social profiles, ideas, and updates published on our official website, www.gwcc.online. Voters are also invited to register and participate!
May 11th - November 7th 2026
The Build
Weekly updates and community engagement. Share your progress and connect with fellow creators.
November 8th - November 14th 2026
Voting Begins
Voters can now start to vote for their favorite projects and entries. Each voter starts with 12 votes on hand and is allowed to vote as they like, they can get additional votes by leveling up and being an active voter on the site!
November 7th 2026
Last Day of Submission
The final day for project submissions. Contestants must have their completed work posted, ready for evaluation and scoring.
November 8th - November 14th 2026
Judging Phase Begins
It's time for our esteemed judges to get busy. Let's not disturb them. :)
November 18th 2026
Winner Announcement
The moment we've all been waiting for. Winners will be announced and prizes distributed.
Pro-Judge Scoring
Our mystery Pro-Judges will evaluate each project with the utmost professionalism, focusing on the concept, craftsmanship, story, and creativity. Every entry will be judged fairly and thoroughly, ensuring a top-notch judging experience.
Gaahleri Scoring
We assess each project with a focus on craftsmanship, creativity, and the effective use of products and tools. Our goal is to celebrate skill and innovation while ensuring a fair and professional judging process.
Fan Favourite
Community votes crown one Fan Favourite in every category. Back the finalists you love, because this honour is decided entirely by you.
Original Work Only:
All entries must be new projects created specifically for the Gaahleri World Creator Cup (GWCC). Previous works or unfinished projects are not eligible for submission.
Timely Submissions:
Entries should be completed and submitted on time. Late submissions may not be considered for scoring.
Age Restrictions:
Participants must be at least 18 years old to enter the Gaahleri World Creator Cup (GWCC). If under 18, participants may need a guardian's consent to join.
Join creators from around the world. Six categories, $30,000 in prizes, one global stage. Registration is free.
