Guillaume Vanson ArtStation review: Commission for 3d artwork file 29

Response to False Accusations
There have been misleading accusations made against me, so I want to clarify the situation with facts.

1. "He ran off with my money and only delivered half-incomplete files."
This is false. I delivered one fully completed character out of the two originally commissioned. The reason I did not complete the second was because the client violated the terms of our agreement.

His requests for modifications completely changed the original concept, meaning they went far beyond what was agreed upon. This effectively broke the deal.

If I had truly "scammed" him, why didn’t he get refunded through PayPal? If he had actual evidence, PayPal would have sided with him.

2. "I suspect he is planning to sell my Grunbeld to others."
I have never resold this work, nor do I have any intention to. This is pure speculation with no evidence.

If I had resold it, where is the proof? Accusations should be backed by facts, not baseless assumptions.

3. "He hounds you daily for payment, alarmingly aggressive."
I requested payments according to our agreed terms, just like any professional artist.

The only reason I had to follow up repeatedly was because he kept delaying responses and shifting demands.

4. "Unlimited revisions were part of the deal."
The agreement was that revisions would be within the limits of the initially approved concept.

However, he kept contradicting previous changes, demanding entirely new directions for free. These changes were so drastic that they completely altered the original concept, which means he was no longer respecting the deal.

5. "He asked for Airbnb money, so I must transfer funds immediately."
Yes, I asked for help once, and he agreed. However, revealing this private matter in a public setting is a breach of trust.

He is using this irrelevant personal matter as a distraction to avoid addressing his own contract violations.

6. "He refused to work live with me."
This is true because it is not a standard industry practice. Most professionals do not work live with clients in real time, especially at the low rate he was offering.

Industry standard: The client provides feedback, and the artist makes adjustments asynchronously.

His demand for "active teamwork" was simply a way to micromanage every step and force endless free modifications.

7. "He increased the price after I paid."
The initial price was discounted based on a promise of multiple future projects, including a highly sexualized Casca sculpt that I refused to do out of respect for the character.

Once he broke that commitment by making excessive demands and refusing to follow through on future work, the original discount no longer applied.

8. "PayPal banned his account for unethical activity."
This is false.

PayPal did not ban my account for unethical activity. If I had scammed him, why didn’t PayPal refund him? If he had actual evidence, PayPal would have sided with him.

My PayPal account was eventually restored, proving this accusation is baseless.

9. "He tried to sell me a Griffith sculpt."
This is completely false. He is using pure speculation to paint me as a scammer, without a single piece of evidence.

Ironically, he admits that he never actually questioned where it came from, which means he had no proof whatsoever that it was resold work.

10. "He blocks clients after taking their money."
I blocked him on Instagram due to his harassment, but he was always able to contact me via email.

I had responded to him through email in the past without any issue. If he had legitimate concerns, he could have reached out that way instead of fabricating accusations online.

Final Thoughts
This post is:

Anonymous – If he had nothing to hide, why not use his real name?
One-sided – He never reached out to hear my version of events.
Full of speculation – He provides no real evidence that I resold his work or acted dishonestly.
A clear attempt to deflect from his own breaches of our deal.
I was hired, I delivered, and I was ghosted.

His accusations are based on exaggerations, speculation, and personal attacks.

PayPal did not refund him because my work was delivered under the agreed terms.

This is a case of a client refusing to respect an artist’s time and work.

I honored my part of the deal. He didn’t.

And finally, accusing me of racism for simply stating that Japanese licensors are highly demanding is completely unfounded and misleading.

Saying that a group is meticulous and holds high standards is not an insult—it’s a compliment. The reality is that working with Japanese licensors requires a high level of precision and adherence to strict guidelines, which is something I experienced firsthand. Acknowledging this is not discriminatory; it is an observation based on professional experience.

Misrepresenting my words in this way is simply another attempt to discredit me by twisting facts instead of addressing the real issue—the breach of our original agreement.

This email serves as proof that he agreed to specific terms, which contradicts his claim that unlimited, unconditional changes were agreed upon.

Other part of the email

Here’s my latest Instagram message:

"When the revisions became excessive and never-ending, I had no choice but to stop. Your demands kept evolving, and it was clear that no matter how much I delivered, it would never be enough. You broke the terms of our agreement by constantly requesting changes that went beyond the initial scope. I made many revisions at no additional cost, even addressing minor or unrealistic requests, but you never once listened to my advice.

In the end, we agreed that I would send you only half of the project, and you accepted that. However, suddenly, you tried to pressure me with unreasonable demands. I found it suspicious when you deleted your messages, and now I understand why: you were attempting to manipulate the situation and eliminate evidence of your own agreement, in an effort to pressure me into giving you the project for an unfair price. This attempt will not succeed. The terms of our agreement were clear, and you agreed to them. You should consider yourself fortunate to receive half of the project.

Here is what I will send you:

Guts Base
Guts Berserker Armor
Grunbeld Golem Base
Alternate Base (the first base with tall grass and trees)
I have kept a record of all your requests for revisions, despite you deleting most of your messages."

It’s evident from the exchange that the client initially accepted the compromise when they requested only the Grunbeld files, and I agreed to that under the revised terms. However, once I declined to provide those files without fulfilling the original agreement, the tone of the conversation shifted, and the client became confrontational. This indicates that, while the client was initially willing to accept a partial version of the project, their approach changed when I didn’t meet all of their additional demands.

It’s also worth noting that the terms I offered were extremely favorable to the client, and their repeated requests for additional work beyond what was agreed upon were unreasonable. I’ve always maintained that we should adhere to the terms we initially set, which were clear and mutually agreed upon at the beginning of the project.

Clarification:
It is crucial to understand that the client initially accepted the revised terms when they requested only the Grunbeld files, which I agreed to provide. However, after multiple vague revisions and excessive iterations, I made it clear that the discount price was no longer applicable, as the client was not adhering to the original terms of the agreement. The client’s requests for additional work beyond the agreed-upon scope broke the deal, and once I communicated this, the tone of the conversation shifted, and the client became confrontational. This suggests that the client accepted the revised arrangement only when it suited them, but when I stopped meeting their unreasonable demands, they chose to challenge the situation

I never "bailed" on Joe. As he himself admitted, I simply refocused on other priorities, which is my right to do. There was never any formal agreement in place—only discussions about potential ideas. Since nothing concrete was ever established, there’s no reason to consider it a “bail.” Regarding the TCG cards, I was upfront with Joe about my personal situation at the time. I explained I was dealing with personal struggles, including depression, and that I couldn’t proceed with the sale. After that, I stopped responding because, frankly, he wasn’t a close friend. I don’t owe anything to someone who wasn’t part of my personal circle. Ghosting someone who isn’t a close friend is not a crime.

Joe’s past behavior towards me has always been supportive and enthusiastic. He was genuinely excited about my work, especially the Taka bust, and was always positive in his comments. He was not only an admirer of my work but also congratulated me enthusiastically when I shared updates. His attitude towards me was always supportive and kind. So where does this claim of me "bailing" come from? It seems more like a revisionist narrative now that he’s frustrated. It appears that he is trying to take advantage of the situation and lash out because he believes the lies pushed by "The Imperial Monarch."

Prime 1 and Gauri Figure:
I’ve never had any contact with Prime 1 or Gauri Figure, and I’ve never even heard of them. These claims are completely fabricated. Where are the proofs, "The Imperial Monarch"? You keep repeating false statements, but I’ve had no interaction with these companies, nor have I made any arrangements with them. These accusations are baseless, and I’m asking for proof of your claims. Until you provide that, your statements hold no weight.

Airbnb Situation:
Yes, I did ask for help with the Airbnb situation, and initially, you agreed. However, you delayed every step, making the process unnecessarily difficult. Eventually, you backed out, leaving me stuck. What’s crucial to understand here is that I expressed the urgency of the situation in my request, something you initially acknowledged. Yet, your screenshots are misleading—they’re out of chronological order and cut in ways that suggest I was harassing you, which is not true. You deliberately leave out your responses, making it appear like I was being insistent, but in reality, your replies were either delayed or incomplete. You wasted my time and didn’t help in any meaningful way, so it’s laughable that you claim to have been helpful.

Khaled Alj:
I don’t even remember interacting with Khaled Alj. I have no idea who this person is, and I’m not obligated to explain who I block or why. Blocking someone is a personal choice, and I don’t owe anyone an explanation. I don’t need him in my life, and I certainly don’t need to justify my actions to him.

Hirku Mitsune:
Hirku claims we had transactions. The truth is, I paid for the repairs out of my own pocket, and I even offered him a free statue as compensation for the minor damage, which he himself acknowledged. Regarding his opinion of me being arrogant, that’s his personal feeling, and frankly, I don’t care. He may not like my demeanor, but what matters is that I took responsibility and made it right. My actions reflect my generosity and professionalism, regardless of his personal opinions.

Ahmet Açaidin:
Ahmet commissioned a project from me, and when I ran into difficulties, I refunded him fully, as he himself confirms. So, what exactly is his complaint? I stood by my word and took responsibility when things didn’t go as planned. There’s nothing more to say here; the matter was resolved in good faith.

Unlimited Art Time:
"The Imperial Monarch" claims that I lied about offering unlimited art time, but his own screenshots show clearly that I addressed many of the requested changes, pointing out how many of them were excessive. The client expected me to manage major design changes and wanted me to work in real-time, offering endless, free micro-management on changes that went beyond the original design, which I repeatedly explained in my messages. Again, he fails to show any of his responses on this issue, which only further proves that his claims are skewed. My offer of unlimited art time was meant to perfect the design within the originally agreed specifications, and I made it clear that major changes required mutual approval. His continued insistence on changes that went beyond the original scope, without understanding the constraints I laid out, shows how his expectations were unreasonable.

The Deal:
The truth is, "The Imperial Monarch," you violated the deal from the start. You agreed to the terms, which included unlimited art time to refine the sculpt, as long as the design stayed within the original specifications. The moment you started pushing for changes beyond what was agreed upon, the situation started to fall apart. You can’t twist things and claim that I broke the deal. I was generous with providing revisions as requested, but there’s a limit to how much I’ll accept when someone pushes beyond the agreed boundaries. I’ve been transparent about these terms from the beginning, and your failure to respect them speaks volumes.

After reviewing the screenshots you provided, I want to clarify several important aspects that are not reflected in your account of the situation.

First, the screenshots you shared fail to show my responses to your demands. At no point do they present the fact that I was merely reminding you of the terms of our contract. I had to repeatedly reassert the boundaries we agreed upon and recenter the project’s direction. You continuously pushed for revisions that deviated from the agreed design, ignoring the fact that any changes needed to be mutually approved. I was patient at first, but your ongoing disregard for these terms forced me to set clearer boundaries. This was necessary because your behavior was starting to manipulate the project into an endless cycle of revisions.

What your screenshots also fail to show is the significant delays in your feedback. While you were not formally bound by specific deadlines, we had discussed and agreed upon the importance of completing the project quickly. I made it clear from the beginning that in order for this project to be profitable for me, I had to accept a price below my usual rate, considering the immense scope of the project: two fully detailed characters and their bases. Without timely feedback, the project could not progress. These delays were one of the main reasons the project stalled—not my lack of effort or commitment. I had to constantly push for responses, which you selectively omitted from your screenshots, distorting the reality of how the project was progressing.

Additionally, the situation with the Airbnb reservation was not as you present it. Yes, I did ask for help with the Airbnb situation, and initially, you agreed. However, you delayed every step, making the process unnecessarily difficult. Eventually, you backed out, leaving me stuck. What’s crucial to understand here is that I expressed the urgency of the situation in my request, something you initially acknowledged. Yet, your screenshots are misleading—they’re out of chronological order and cut in ways that suggest I was harassing you, which is not true. You deliberately leave out your responses, making it appear like I was being insistent, but in reality, your replies were either delayed or incomplete. You wasted my time and didn’t help in any meaningful way, so it’s laughable that you claim to have been helpful.

Furthermore, you violated the terms of our payment agreement multiple times. Despite my flexibility and willingness to accommodate you, including offering discounts for future work, the project continued to stall because of your failure to meet the agreed terms.

Throughout this process, I continued to work in good faith, adhering to the terms of our contract. When I reached my limit, I made it clear that I would no longer continue without proper payment. As a result, I had no choice but to halt the project and deliver only part of the work since you failed to fulfill your obligations.

Your actions show that you have been dishonest and manipulative throughout this process. You have selectively edited your screenshots and left out key parts of our conversation to mislead others and create a false narrative. You’ve also deleted all your responses in our Instagram conversation, which raises serious questions about your intentions and behavior.

Your actions show that you have been dishonest and manipulative throughout this process. You have selectively edited your screenshots and left out key parts of our conversation to mislead others and create a false narrative. You’ve also deleted all your responses in our Instagram conversation, which raises serious questions about your intentions and behavior.

What is clear from all this is that you have consistently failed to address the crucial points: you accepted a clear deal, and yet you have tried to present a completely different version of events. Your attempt to misrepresent the situation in your complaint is not only misleading but dishonest. You’ve not provided any real evidence to back up your claims, and you continue to avoid acknowledging the terms we agreed upon.

I will continue to respond if necessary, especially if you present any new fabricated evidence. However, it’s important to recognize that your actions and the selective editing of our conversations only further reveal the lack of integrity in your approach.

Throughout the project, the Imperial Monarch / vora2020 seemed to have a vision, but it was constantly shifting, leading to repeated requests for revisions without any final clarity on what he truly wanted. This made it exhausting to work on the project, as decisions were continuously uncertain, and the direction was never fixed.

His feedback often lacked clarity, with vague comments like "Can I have a quick sketch to compare?" This demonstrated his own uncertainty. Instead of providing clear instructions, he preferred to have constant adjustments made, hoping something would eventually "click." This method proved counterproductive, as it left the project without a clear final goal or direction.

Additionally, he made contradictory demands. He requested "realistic adjustments," yet also wanted the design to stay true to the anime. These two goals are difficult to reconcile without compromising the structure too much. He pushed for compromises on proportions, poses, and armor details, without fully considering the overall feasibility of the design. The aesthetic proportions of Hokuto no Ken that he desired were inherently at odds with the body proportions of Berserk characters, further complicating the project and making his vision even more unclear and indecisive. This contrast only deepened the ambiguity of his expectations, as it was difficult to marry two such distinct styles in a way that satisfied both.

It’s essential to set boundaries in any project, but this client continuously tested limits, undermining both the quality and efficiency of the work. On one hand, he demanded accuracy and precision, but on the other hand, he did not accept that certain decisions needed to be finalized. The constant changes to the design violated the terms of our agreement, which outlined that revisions would only be unlimited within the framework of the approved design, and that any change would need to be mutually agreed upon by both parties.

Furthermore, the client repeatedly pushed for additional work outside of the initial agreement. Notably, he attempted to pressure me into creating additional heads at no extra charge, despite this not being part of the original deal. This is another clear example of his abusive behavior and disregard for the terms we had agreed upon. The attached screenshots clearly show these demands, illustrating not only the continuous revisions but also the client’s attempt to exploit the situation further.

The multiple revisions requested suggested a lack of vision on what he ultimately wanted. He frequently changed his mind or asked for an endless amount of adjustments, which stalled progress and hindered my creative momentum. At a certain point, the constant back-and-forth became unmanageable.

Despite these ongoing issues and the breach of terms, I continued to make revisions in good faith, hoping to meet his expectations. However, the constant changes became increasingly difficult to handle. The attached screenshots clearly demonstrate the numerous modifications I made, reflecting my willingness to accommodate his requests up until the point where further changes no longer seemed reasonable.

Summary of Evidence Provided:

The Imperial Monarch / vora2020 lied when he claimed: "Unlimited art time to perfect form, costume, proportions, and base. He replies absolutely and everything is all included in the flat rate price. I made sure about this on a number of occasions and each time, he reassured me art time will be unlimited until we get things done perfectly right. This was later revealed to be a complete lie." This statement is absolutely false, as evidenced by the screenshot showing our email agreement, which he accepted.

The Imperial Monarch / vora2020 claimed I scammed other people. The individuals questioned – Joe, Ahmet, Hirku, and Khaled – all only shared insults towards me while affirming in their own words that I did not scam them. There was no scam involved. No commitment was made with Joe, just a discussion. Ahmet’s project was ordered, cancelled, and fully refunded without issue. Hirku’s deal was completed, with a minor damage paid for by me and an offer of a resin kit as a goodwill gesture. Khaled claims that I blocked him, but where is the scam? There is none. He’s simply making baseless accusations.

The Imperial Monarch / vora2020 falsely claims that I pressured him into booking an Airbnb. This is a lie. It was a request stemming from an urgent situation, which he initially accepted without issue, and there were no complaints or negative remarks from him during the entire collaboration. It was only when he violated our agreement and I ended the projects that he suddenly turned the situation into something suspicious, claiming that I had pressured him. This false narrative seems designed to reinforce the distorted idea that I am a scammer. In reality, he never assisted me and only wasted my time.

The Imperial Monarch / vora2020 claims that I was abusive with my demands. I’ve provided clear evidence to the contrary. Despite his abusive behavior, I remained extremely accommodating and willing to work in good faith. I quickly and professionally carried out his numerous revisions, despite them often being contradictory, unclear, and requiring constant backtracking.

The Imperial Monarch / vora2020 insisted on pushing boundaries, even demanding additional heads be created for free, which was not part of the initial deal. This is further proof of his abusive behavior, as shown in the screenshots.

The Imperial Monarch / vora2020 insists that I scammed Prime1. He’s lying – I’ve never been in contact with Prime1. He is trying to paint me as a scammer to perpetuate the false image he’s attempting to impose on me.

The Imperial Monarch / vora2020 claims that I scammed Gauri. I don’t know who Gauri is, and I’ve never been involved with anyone by that name.

Conclusion: To summarize, the following points have been clearly demonstrated:

The Imperial Monarch / vora2020 lied about our agreement on art time, as shown by the attached email screenshot.
He made false claims about me scamming others, despite their testimonies proving the contrary.
He misrepresented the Airbnb situation and falsely claimed I pressured him.
He continuously made unreasonable demands and pushed boundaries, attempting to have additional work done for free, which proves his abusive behavior.
His accusations regarding Prime1 and Gauri are completely unfounded and further demonstrate his attempts to tarnish my reputation.

In conclusion, it is clear from the screenshots I provided that the tone of communication between us was entirely positive throughout the course of our collaboration. This reflects a productive, cooperative, and professional working relationship. However, as the project progressed, your tone shifted due to your increasing number of excessive and unreasonable demands. Despite this, I continued to honor the terms of our agreement, even going beyond what was initially requested by providing two additional sculpted bases as a gesture of goodwill.

I offered these additional elements—two detailed sculpted bases—completely free of charge, despite the fact that this was never part of our original agreement and should not have been included. On top of that, you received a character for a heavily discounted price of €1300, when my usual rate for such work is €1500 minimum. This should have demonstrated my willingness to go far beyond what was initially agreed upon.

Despite this, your expectations grew, and you wanted more—two characters, all the bases, and all of it at the same discounted price, without the four promised projects included in the deal. You expected special treatment, which I could not and would not provide. This is where the issues began to arise.

It was only after I adhered to the terms of our agreement, having already gone above and beyond, that your behavior took a drastic turn. You fabricated false accusations out of retaliation for not receiving more than what was agreed upon. Your claims are not supported by any concrete evidence. Throughout our collaboration, you never expressed any dissatisfaction or disagreement. Your tone remained positive and supportive until I set clear boundaries and refused to continue fulfilling your unreasonable demands.

Then, out of frustration, you made baseless accusations and conveniently deleted all prior messages to try and obscure the truth. It's clear that this was an attempt to cover up the reality of our interactions and mislead others about the situation.

Your accusations are unfounded, and I have taken great care to document significant aspects of our collaboration. I've kept 49 and more screenshots, clearly showing your excessive and unreasonable demands. These documents stand in stark contrast to your claims. Throughout the entire process, I acted in good faith, consistently fulfilling my part of the deal and even providing you with extras as a gesture of goodwill.

This situation is not just about one-sided accusations—this is about proven facts. I have honored every part of our agreement and provided far more than initially requested. In return, I was met with false accusations aimed at tarnishing my reputation simply because you didn’t get everything you wanted.

It’s clear that you wanted it all—two characters, all the bases, and all of it at a discounted price—while the original agreement and the four promised projects were disregarded. This is not how business works, and I will not allow myself to be bullied into accepting unrealistic demands.

This is a clear attempt to tarnish my reputation out of frustration for not receiving special treatment. The documented proof, including the screenshots, speaks for itself. It’s evident that I acted in good faith throughout the entire process, and any claims to the contrary are purely an attempt to distort the facts and deflect from your own unreasonable behavior.

I’ll respond to your claims systematically, TIM ( " the imperial monarch " ), with evidence and clarity.

- "Screenshots are all your words from the start"

My 49 screenshots document a significant portion of our interaction—work delivered (Guts, bases), consistent boundary-setting on your excessive demands, and your own words, including your positive tone and abusive requests (e.g., extra heads, unpaid revisions). Your “select few” screenshots lack full context. Please provide the complete conversation if you believe I’ve misrepresented anything.

- "Everyone has a negative incident with you"

You cited Joe, who has since expressed support, apologized, and praised my work highly without any accusations. Ahmet was fully refunded. I’m currently engaged with licensed studios under NDA, and my clients are satisfied. Your claim of “everyone” lacks credible examples—please provide specific names and evidence.

- "PayPal banned you, you admitted then denied it"

This is inaccurate. PayPal never banned me for unethical activity. If I had scammed you, PayPal’s dispute process would have refunded you with evidence—which you haven’t provided. My account faced a temporary issue, as noted, and was restored. Please show a screenshot proving a permanent ban if you stand by this accusation.

- "Threezero made up lies about you"

Incorrect. I accused Threezero of not paying me for Griffith, supported by evidence: I delivered the sculpt, payment was promised, my follow-ups were ignored, and agreed compensation (copies of Guts, Eva-01, Elric) was never sent. This is detailed in my FB post. They’ve not refuted it publicly. Please provide proof to support your version.

- "You ghosted or tried to scam"

I delivered Guts and bases for your 1300 € and managed your extensive revisions professionally. You falsely claim I pressured you into booking an Airbnb. In reality, I requested help once during an urgent situation, which you initially accepted without complaint, only to delay and back out, wasting my time. My 49 screenshots confirm delivery and communication throughout our collaboration—your narrative of “pressure” emerged only after I ended the project due to your violations of our agreement. Please present evidence of ghosting or scamming beyond your distorted Airbnb claim.

- "Dead broke, begged me for money"

I requested Airbnb assistance once during a personal hardship; you initially agreed, then withdrew. Your claim of “constantly begged me for money to survive” is false. Please provide a screenshot showing repeated begging—one instance, acknowledged by you at the time, doesn’t make a pattern.

- "Google shows your tarnished name, no supporters"

Google reflects your posts and my detailed rebuttals—the facts are accessible. I don’t rely on public advocates; my ongoing contracts with licensed studios and Joe’s explicit support contradict your “no supporters” narrative. Please substantiate this with more than assumptions.

Your “warnings” were demands for unpaid extras, followed by complaints when I enforced agreed limits. I delivered quality work, as my screenshots show. I’m focused on professional commissions while you repeat unproven claims.

This is my response—facts over rhetoric.

Conclusion :

The core of this dispute is simple: our agreement—'Yes, unlimited art time until you get it perfectly right, as long as it fits the agreed-upon design, and any design change must be discussed and approved by both parties'—was consistently reaffirmed throughout our collaboration, as shown in both our screenshots (attached again).

You accepted these terms but later violated them with unapproved changes (e.g., constant proportion adjustments, extra heads etc.), despite my repeated accommodations beyond our deal. You expressed full satisfaction with the delivered work—Guts and bases—until I enforced boundaries and ended the project. At the time, you raised no visible objection.

Only much later, after receiving the files and deleting your own messages, did you fabricate claims of a scam—contradicting your initial responses and the available evidence. I delivered quality work and communicated consistently. My proof stands; your accusations don’t. Facts over rhetoric—see the screenshots.

There’s nothing more to add—the facts are there for anyone who cares about the truth. Twisting the story won’t rewrite reality.

One more thing I forgot to mention—here’s further proof that your claims are pure venom without substance. Attached is a screenshot of Threezero’s last words to me before they ghosted: “You have great talent, I actually wanna keep on working with you on Berserk projects in further. For a easier way, just need to have the head sculpt finish.”

They praised my work, expressed interest in continuing, then vanished. This directly supports my fourth point—work delivered, recognition given, then silence. It also completely contradicts your claim that ‘everyone has something negative to say about me.’ If that were true, why would they be eager to collaborate again?

Facts speak louder than venom—see for yourself.

TIM, editing your initial complaint instead of replying below is a sneaky way to sidestep my detailed rebuttal and the 49 screenshots I’ve shared. Let’s stick to facts.

Your “everyone has agreed with me” and “remaining people on FaceBook” remain nameless—no evidence, just words. Joe showed support of my work with praise and apologies, Ahmet was refunded, and my current licensed studio clients under NDA are satisfied. Where’s your concrete list?
You mention “reputable companies” you’ve contacted, hinting at their opinions. Fine—name them and share their exact responses. Until then, it’s speculation, not proof. Here’s something tangible: attached is Threezero’s last message before ghosting me: “You have great talent, I actually wanna keep on working with you on Berserk projects in further. For a easier way, just need to have the head sculpt finish.” They praised my work and sought further collaboration—contradicting your “everyone has something negative” claim with documented evidence. I have more, though honestly, I don’t think this case needs further demonstrations.

Our deal—“Yes, unlimited art time until you get it perfectly right, as long as it fits the agreed upon design and any design change will need to be discussed and approved by both parties”—was clear, as my screenshots (and yours) show. You accepted it, expressed satisfaction with Guts and bases, then breached it with unapproved changes (e.g., constant proportion adjustments, extra heads). My 49 screenshots confirm you agreed to end the project when I stopped your overreach—only much later, after receiving the files, did you allege a scam, despite your initial acceptance.
Facts speak louder than venom—see for yourself.

TIM, you’ve presented carefully selected screenshots that, at first glance, might seem convincing. But let’s be honest—your version of events is built on omission. You deliberately exclude my responses and ignore the extensive proof I shared in 2025 that completely dismantles your claims.

You show an anonymous user claiming someone “took my money and ran off with my project.” Then, on October 25, 2022, you message Prime 1 Studio, saying I “did the same” to you and that I “blocked” you on social media. Prime 1 responds that I “may have scammed” you—but based on what? Did they see the full picture, or just the one-sided, distorted version you fed them? Because just two days earlier, on October 23, 2022, you liked my message saying, "Alright, I will share Guts files with you and we are done," with no objections.

Your accusations fall apart the moment we look at the facts. You conveniently hide the actual terms of our agreement, which you explicitly accepted:
"Yes, unlimited work time until satisfaction, as long as it remains within the agreed design, and any changes must be discussed and approved by both parties."
Yet, instead of respecting this, you kept demanding endless revisions and extra content for free, violating the very deal you agreed to. My 49 screenshots expose this pattern, proving that I delivered Guts and the bases as agreed before closing the project.

And let’s address the elephant in the room—if I had truly wronged you, why would Threezero have praised my work and expressed interest in more Berserk projects? That alone contradicts everything you’re trying to claim.

Instead of presenting a transparent, factual case, you curate a selective history to play the victim. But despite your false narrative, I continue to work with serious clients and deliver high-quality sculpts.

So here’s my challenge to you: if you actually have real, verifiable proof, show it now. No more vague accusations, no more half-truths—just the full, unfiltered facts. Because when all the evidence is laid out, fiction falls apart.

Sharing once more the screenshots of this case.

Tim (Shawn Chen),

I took the initiative to contact Prime 1 Studio and Gauri Figure—whom I was previously unaware of—to present them with the full and unfiltered context of this situation. It is now clear that you misled them by selectively presenting information to support your false accusations while omitting key facts that contradict your claims.

The statement from Prime 1 Studio that you are using as “evidence” dates back to 2022, long before I was even aware of your hidden complaint. At the time, I had no reason to respond because I was not aware of the extent of your misrepresentations—and frankly, I had never even heard about it. Now, in 2025, with all the facts in hand, the situation speaks for itself.

If your allegations were legitimate, you wouldn’t need to manipulate third parties into endorsing a distorted version of events. The reality remains unchanged: you received exactly what was agreed upon, but when you failed to obtain additional free work beyond our deal, you resorted to fabrications and deceptive tactics.

Now that the full context has been shared, any credibility your claims might have had is rapidly collapsing.

TIM / Shawn Chen about your "proofs"You present carefully selected screenshots that might seem convincing at first glance, but a closer inspection reveals a pattern of exaggeration and fabrication. Most notably, you claim that "Prime 1 and Gauri Figure of Korea said I got scammed by Vanson." However, your own screenshots contradict this assertion and fail to support your accusations.Let’s break down your "evidence":-In the screenshot with Prime 1 Studio dated October 25, 2022, you say I "did the same" to you and "blocked you on social media." Prime 1 responds, "It seems that he may have scammed you… I will inform others about his methods." This is not a confirmation of fraud—it’s a supposition, based solely on your one-sided version of the story, with no evidence provided (no dates, deals, or screenshots). The actual context is crucial: just two days earlier, on October 23, 2022, you liked my message saying, "Alright, I will share Guts files with you and we are done," with no objections, confirming that you acknowledged our deal as completed (screenshots shared on ComplaintsBoard). Yet, you conveniently omit this key detail in your posts.

-You also claim that Gauri Figure of Korea said I scammed you. Where is the evidence? You provide no screenshot, no statement, and no proof to back up this claim. In fact, the only comment from Gauri Figure of Korea (under their Korean name, 가난한 피규어) says, "It’s a crime of unilaterally canceling a deal," which aligns directly with your failure to respect our agreed terms: "Yes, unlimited work time until satisfaction, as long as it remains within the agreed design, and any changes must be discussed and approved by both parties." Your assertion that Gauri accused me of scamming you is a fabrication, designed to inflate your narrative and mislead others.

-You then claim, "He took my money and ran off with my project, unbelievable." This is, once again, is incorrect. You confirmed in your initial complaint that I delivered Guts and the bases, and you never disputed this point. What you dispute is that you thought you were entitled to two characters, not just one with two bases. However, I refused to deliver a second character because you repeatedly violated our deal with abusive demands, vague yet hyper-specific and contradictory instructions, and endless revisions—violations documented in my 49+ screenshots (shared previously). Your breaches also voided the initial discount, as per our agreement.

When Prime 1 made their comment, they were only reacting to the version of events you presented, not the full, factual context. Had they been aware of all the details—including your acceptance of the project’s completion and your violations of our deal—their perspective would likely have been different. In fact, the statements from both Prime 1 and Gauri Figure of Korea lean more in my favor when viewed objectively, as they highlight your failure to honor our agreement rather than any fraud on my part.Rather than offering a full, honest account, you continue to selectively quote, exaggerate, and fabricate details to paint yourself as the victim. If you truly have solid proof from Prime 1, Gauri, or anyone else, then present it now—no more vague accusations or fabricated stories, just real, verifiable evidence.I’ve shared all the facts here already, and I invite everyone to review the full context. Despite your narrative, I continue to work with serious clients and deliver high-quality sculpts. Facts, when fully presented, have a way of dispelling fiction. I stand by my work and my professionalism, and my long-term collaborations speak for themselves.

Shawn Chen,

Your lies keep unraveling, as evidenced by Gauri Figure of Korea's answers.

You claimed in a Facebook post from two years ago that "Both Prime 1 and Gauri Figure of Korea said I got scammed by Vanson,".

Gauri has now explicitly confirmed that they don’t even know you.

Gauri has now explicitly confirmed that they never accused anyone of wrongdoing, and don’t want me to be harmed by someone’s lies.

This proves beyond any doubt that you misrepresented their statement to support your false narrative against me.

See for yourself.

Final Response to TIM - "The Imperial Monarch" (Shawn Chen):

Your latest reply continues to rely on outdated (2022) claims, cherry-picked screenshots (from before I could respond), and personal attacks rather than facts. Let's end this properly:

1. PayPal - The Full Truth

You keep misrepresenting my "shut down" comment as some confession. Reality:

My account faced a routine temporary review (standard for freelancers)

Fully restored because no violations were found

Critical proof you ignore:

Had PayPal detected fraud, they would have:
▪ Permanently frozen my funds
▪ Automatically refunded you

You never even filed a dispute because you knew:
▪ My deliverables matched our contract
▪ Your endless demands violated our agreement

2. Your "Evidence" Falls Apart

Joe Baratto
You cite his 2022 frustration (based on your lies)

2025 reality: After hearing the truth, Joe:
▪ Apologized for misunderstandings
▪ Praised my work publicly (e.g., Taka bust)
▪ Supports me now

Ahmet & Khaled
Ahmet: Fully refunded (where's the scam?)

Khaled: Claimed I blocked in 2016 - doens't even says clearly why - irrelevant in 2025. One bitter individual expressing his opinion doesn't prove anything, only that he has a negative bias. I don't who this Khaled is, and frankly I don't care.

You "Forgot" Hirku
Actually complimented me:
"Paid for repairs out of his own pocket... offered a free statue for minor damage"

Doesn't fit your false narrative, so you ignore him

3. Studios Know the Truth

ThreeZero's actual words to me:

"You have great talent, I wanna keep working with you on Berserk projects."

Gauri's confirmation:

They don’t know you

Never accused me of anything

Your lie exposed

4. Your Documented Deceptions

Deleted Instagram messages (Oct 23, 2022) where you:
▪ Liked my "project complete" message
▪ Raised no objections until December - only after I refused unlimited free work

False claims to Prime1/Gauri (Gauri called you out)

Demanded 2+ characters for 1 character's price

Final Reality Check
You've had 3 years to:

- Show proof of fraud (you haven't)
- Explain why PayPal didn’t side with you (they couldn't - no wrongdoing)
- Address your contract violations (you won't)

Instead, you:

- Lie to studios
- Misquote clients
- Ignore evidence (49+ screenshots)

The record is clear:

You accepted our agreement, violated its terms, then invented 'scam' claims when called out. The evidence is undeniable:

- 49+ screenshots of your demands and contract breaches

- Your deleted messages (Oct 23, 2022 - when you agreed to closure)

- PayPal’s inaction (no dispute filed = no fraud found)

- Joe’s 2025 support (after hearing facts, not your fiction)

- Gauri’s confirmation they don’t even know you

- Prime1’s silence (they never endorsed your lies)

- Your own 'witnesses' (Ahmet refunded, Khaled blocked in 2016...)

Result? You’re not a victim—just a client who despises accountability.