Understanding Run Cycles in Animation

What is a key difference between a run cycle and a walk cycle?

• Run cycles have more poses than walk cycles.

• Run cycles include a kickoff pose for more air time.

• Walk cycles are faster than run cycles.

• Run cycles do not include a contact pose.

When planning a run cycle, what should you do first?

• Map out the up and passing poses.

• Decide on the character's outfit.

• Add the kickoff poses.

• Draw the contact poses.

How does a skip cycle differ from a run cycle?

• A skip cycle does not include a passing pose.

• A skip cycle is faster than a run cycle.

• A skip cycle has more poses than a run cycle.

• A skip cycle uses the same foot for kickoff and contact.

What adjustment can make a character's run appear confident?

• Leaning them forward and leading with their hands.

• Leaning them back and raising their arms.

• Doubling the speed and keeping arms behind.

• Doubling the length and emphasizing the up pose.

Which factor is NOT mentioned as a way to add personality to a run?

• Color

• Position

• Timing

• Offset