Rig in Grace: The Evolving Non-Canon Character
Complete guide to Rig, the non-canon character in Grace. Learn about their changing appearances across updates, behavior, and trivia.
Overview
Rig is a unique non-canon character in Grace that has undergone significant changes in appearance and behavior with every major update. As of the "SOUL OVER BODY" update, Rig has had 5 distinct outfits and continues to evolve with each new version of the game.
Key Information
- Aliases: John Rig
- Current Location: Credits fountain in the lobby
- Evolution: 5 different outfits across major updates
Appearance Evolution
Rig's appearance has changed dramatically with each major update, reflecting the game's evolving style and themes:
Pre-December 2024
- Design: Default Roblox Studio rig
- Location: Left lobby wall
- Style: Minimalist, functional design representing the game's early development phase
Mid-December 2024
- Design: Default Roblox Studio rig wearing the "ROBLOX Santa" hat
- Location: Left lobby wall
- Style: Festive Christmas theme, adding seasonal charm to the game
Post-Seeds Of March
- Design: Default Roblox Studio rig wearing the "Bozo the Clown" hat
- Location: Left lobby wall
- Style: Playful, whimsical design that added humor to the game's atmosphere
Post-Spread the Love
- Design: Rig wearing two accessories for the first time: the "Paper Hat" and "Holiday Crown" Hat, stylized to look like 2017-2019 Roblox avatars
- Location: Credits fountain at the very back of the lobby
- Style: Nostalgic throwback to classic Roblox avatar designs, celebrating the platform's history
Soul Over Body (Current)
- Design: Rig now features a pink cross-shaped wind-up motor going through their body, with heart-shaped blood in the middle. Their face oozes pink, creating a striking, unsettling visual
- Location: Credits fountain
- Style: Dark, symbolic design that reflects the game's deeper themes of life, death, and redemption
- Behavior: Rig can now walk around and interact with players, adding a new level of engagement
Audio
Rig has several audio cues that play during different interactions:
- Walking sound: TBA - Plays whenever Rig walks
- Thinking sound: TBA - Plays whenever Rig looks at someone while thinking
- Waving sound: TBA - Plays whenever Rig waves at someone
These audio cues enhance Rig's personality and make their interactions more immersive for players.
Behavior
In the Soul Over Body update, Rig gained the ability to interact with players in meaningful ways:
Movement
Rig can now walk around the lobby, exploring their environment and interacting with players.
Player Interaction
- Looking: If a player is near Rig, they will look at the player and maintain eye contact until the animation ends
- Waving: Rig will wave at players who approach them, creating a friendly, welcoming atmosphere
- Thinking Pose: Rig will occasionally strike a thinking pose, adding depth to their character
Bugs and Glitches
- Action-Walk Bug: There is a bug where Rig can perform an action (like waving or thinking) while walking to a new location. This only happens when someone is near Rig.
Trivia
Unique Mechanics
- Backshot Consequence: If you backshot Rig, you will receive a death screen with the text "bro.", after which you will be sent to the null zone. If you reset and do it again, you will be permanently stuck on the same death screen until you rejoin.
- Emote System: Rig currently has 2 emotes in the game, allowing for more expressive interactions with players.
Character Quirks
- Persistent Gaze: Rig will not stop looking at a player until their current animation ends, creating an intense, focused interaction
- Evolving Design: Rig's changing appearance with each update makes them a living timeline of the game's development history
- Non-Canon Status: As a non-canon character, Rig adds an element of whimsy and unpredictability to the game's lore
Gallery
- Pre-December 2024: Default Roblox Studio rig on the left lobby wall
- Mid-December 2024: Rig wearing the ROBLOX Santa hat
- Post-Seeds Of March: Rig with the Bozo the Clown hat
- Post-Spread the Love: Rig with Paper Hat and Holiday Crown
- Soul Over Body: Current design with pink cross-shaped motor and oozing face
- Interaction Animations: Rig waving, thinking, and walking around the lobby
- Death Screen: The "bro." death screen that appears when backshotting Rig
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