# DIY Robot Mods The Morphius Casemod is for Animated Movie Fans By TopDog | Published 2010-01-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-morphius References: [crystalkiss](http://www.crystalkiss.com/making-of-morphius-pc-case-mod/) & [ubergizmo](http://www.ubergizmo.com/15/archives/2009/12/morphius_robot_case_mod.html) For a [gaming mod](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cooler-masters), the DIY Morphius (Morpheus) [robot action figure](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-tron-2) computer is really amazing. 2009 Cooler-Master mod contest winner Maciel Barreto is the mastermind behind this mind-blowing casemod. In an effort to create the intricate design, Barreto hand carved the Morphius body from clay, before casting it in a silicone mold. Any fan of extreme action animated movies would be absolutely awe-struck by the detail of Maciel Barreto’s DIY Morphius; you can also see more awesome [DIY computer mods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minecraft-officially-licensed) in the related trends below. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [DIY](https://www.trendhunter.com/diy) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **DIY Robot Mods:** Opportunity for individuals to modify and customize robot action figures with intricate designs. - **Extreme Action Animated Movies:** Potential for creating unique and detailed casemods inspired by popular animated movies. - **Awesome DIY Computer Mods:** Growing trend of individuals creating impressive and customized computer modifications. ### Where This Applies - **Gaming Modding:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for companies to provide DIY kits and tools for modifying and customizing gaming hardware. - **Action Figure Collectibles:** Potential for manufacturers to collaborate with artists and designers to produce limited edition robot action figures with intricate details. - **Computer Accessories:** Opportunity for companies to develop and market computer modification accessories, such as molds, paints, and sculpting tools. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Alien-Inspired PC Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aftershock-pc-case.md) - [Predator-Shaped PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cooler-master-shark-x.md) - [Sneaker-Styled Computer Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cooler-master-sneaker-x.md) - [Popular Game-Inspired PC Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/persona-3-reload-y60-bundle.md) - [Robotic Handheld Gaming Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/game-bot.md) - [Minimalist Computer Chassis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/computer-2.md) - [Ultra-Spacious Computer Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haf-700-evo.md) - [Elegant Open-Air PC Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cougar-cratus.md) - [High-Performance LED Computer Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aerocool-menace-saturn-rgb-tower-case.md)