Beyond vinyl toys and merch: What does the future of lightweight creator IP look like?

Hey community!

For indie artists and brands, producing physical collectible toys usually requires heavy upfront manufacturing costs, injection molds, and complex fulfillment.

I am working on a print and fold format where creators can drop in custom sticker packs, textures, and character skins with zero manufacturing overhead. Fans get the physical collectible experience instantly at home.

If you are an illustrator, game designer, or creator, what is the biggest hurdle stopping you from releasing physical versions of your characters today?