Original IP co-creation
For emerging designers, independent creators, IP studios and toy brands. The Dream Partners program explores character product development or mobile interaction for existing products.
PARTNERSHIPS · FUTURE COMPANION
IP co-development, custom products and retail partnerships
Future Companion welcomes partnership inquiries from original IP creators, international brands, museums and retailers. Our product approach combines physical plush, passive NFC and mobile content around each character.
Updated October 12, 2026
CHOOSE A STARTING POINT
Partnership options
The partnership scope is based on your character assets, target audience and sales setting, from IP product development and bespoke commissions to retail distribution.
Custom projects for brands and museums
Explore bespoke plush, NFC identity and mobile content around your brand character, an authorized collection-inspired design or cultural IP. Languages, devices, features and sales regions are agreed per project.
Retail and channel partnerships
For partners with a clear audience and a suitable hands-on setting. Discuss products, samples, onboarding content and trial sales. Supply, stock, after-sales responsibilities and costs are scoped individually. We do not currently offer franchising.
FROM BRIEF TO SAMPLE
From project brief to sample testing
Projects progress through requirements and licensing review, sample development and small-batch testing. Scope, investment and commercial terms are agreed at the outset.
01 Define the brief and rights
Share an IP or brand introduction, representative artwork, rights information, current products or channels, your audience and your expectations.
02 Agree on a sample
Scope the plush, NFC entry point, mobile content, supported devices and features. Agree on investment, pricing, review responsibilities and service conditions.
03 Run a small test
After both sides approve the sample and experience, arrange the agreed trial. Use actual orders, user feedback and costs to decide what comes next.
OUR ORIGINAL BRAND
Our original brand: SomniNono
SomniNono is an original character brand of Shanghai Weiban Jiyuan. Its products combine physical plush, passive NFC and a mobile app. The unboxing and activity guides show how the physical product and app are used. Partner IP can retain its own name, appearance and brand identity under the agreed licensing terms.
PARTNERSHIP FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Does our character have to become a SomniNono character?
No. Partner IP can retain its own name, appearance and brand identity. Licensing and ownership of new assets are agreed for each project.
Can international brands and museums get in touch?
Yes. We welcome project inquiries. Rights, languages, devices, service regions, delivery and sales arrangements require project-specific assessment.
Do you guarantee retail placement or sales?
Channel support is defined in the partnership agreement, including channels, responsibilities, costs and settlement. Retail placement and sales volumes are not guaranteed.
CONTACT OUR TEAM
Contact our partnership team
Email your portfolio, licensing information and project requirements. Our team will review the proposed scope, costs and deliverables.
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