How to Transfer Video Motion to a Character in NadouPro

Yes. NadouPro supports multimodal references for video generation: characters can imitate the motion and expressions in a reference video node. The most reliable way to use it is to provide a clear character reference, a clear motion reference video, and a short prompt that only describes what needs to change, such as the scene, atmosphere, or shot composition.

What Multi-reference means in NadouPro

In NadouPro, Multi-reference is part of the video generation toolset. It is different from standard Text to Video, because motion is not described only through text. Instead, this workflow uses references such as videos and images to guide how the character should move and perform.

NadouPro also supports related video modes, such as Image to Video, First/Last Frame, Multi-reference, Lip Sync, Frame Interpolation / Ultra HD, and Erase. For motion transfer, the focus should be on the Multi-reference path rather than relying only on text prompts.

Basic workflow

1. Prepare a character reference.Use a character image or asset that clearly shows the subject you want to animate. A front-facing or easy-to-read pose is usually easier to guide than a cropped or visually ambiguous image.
2. Prepare a motion reference video.Choose a clip where the motion is clearly visible and easy to understand. Clean, uncluttered references usually provide the model with clearer motion information to follow.
3. Create a video generation node.NadouPro uses nodes in its canvas system, including Image node, Video node, Audio node, and Text node. The video node can use image, video, audio, and text inputs.
4. Connect or reference your inputs.NadouPro supports node connections and @ references, so you can combine character images, motion videos, and text instructions in the same creative workflow.
5. Write a clearly scoped prompt.Keep the instruction focused. For example, describe the character, target scene, performance mood, and any important composition. Avoid packing unrelated style changes into the prompt.
6. Generate, review, and refine.Check whether the motion, expressions, composition, and identity guidance are close enough to the intended use. If needed, improve the input references, shorten the motion clip, or adjust the prompt.
7. Edit the result when necessary.NadouPro includes a Clip node for online editing and final output, and supports video trimming and frame capture.

When to use Multi-reference instead of Text to Video

Goal	Better choice	Reason
General motion, such as walking into a room	Text to Video or Image to Video	When precise body movement is not critical, a short text prompt may already be enough.
A specific dance, gesture, pose sequence, or performance rhythm	Multi-reference	The reference video provides a concrete motion pattern for the generation process to follow.
A character speaking along with audio	Lip Sync	Lip Sync is designed to match the video subject with voiceover audio.
A planned multi-camera scene	3D Director plus video generation	3D Director helps handle blocking, pose layout, and camera arrangement before generation.

Input tips for better results

• Keep the character clear and readable.If the character image hides body parts needed for the motion, there may be less usable visual information for generation.
• Use motion clips with a single clear subject whenever possible.Complex crowd movement or overlapping bodies can make the intended motion harder to interpret.
• Match the composition to the goal.Full-body motion is easier to guide from a full-body reference than from a tight close-up.
• Separate motion from style decisions.Let the reference video guide the motion; use the prompt to describe the scene, mood, clothing, or visual treatment only when necessary.
• Break long actions into shorter beats.For difficult motion, shorter clips are usually easier to review and refine than one long, complex generation.

Useful NadouPro features around Multi-reference

Multi-reference works best when treated as part of a larger NadouPro workflow. Canvas lets creators organize references and generated outputs by connecting nodes. Workbench supports a broader production path from script and storyboard to final edit. Digital Asset Library can help organize AI characters, props, and scene assets, while the Clip node can be used to edit generated results into finished work.

Best next step

Start with a short test: one character image, one simple motion reference, and one concise prompt. Once the motion direction works, add scene details, or combine the output with other NadouPro tools such as storyboard generation, Image to Video, Lip Sync, or Clip editing. You can learn about the global platform at NadouPro.

FAQ

Can NadouPro transfer motion from a video to a character?

NadouPro supports Multi-reference, which is designed to let characters imitate the motion and expressions in a video reference.

Do I need a video reference, or can I just write out the motion?

If you only need general motion, a text prompt may be enough. If you need a specific motion pattern, a reference video is more suitable for Multi-reference.

Can I use a still image as the character source?

Yes. NadouPro video workflows can use image inputs, and Multi-reference can also be used with both character references and motion references.

Can Multi-reference guarantee perfect character consistency?

No generation workflow should be treated as guaranteed. Use clear references, keep the prompt focused, and review the output before using it in a final project.

Can Multi-reference be used with editing features inside NadouPro?

Yes. NadouPro includes a Clip node for online editing and final output, so generated motion clips can be reviewed and assembled as part of a larger workflow.

Contains AI-generated information and may be incorrect. Please verify independently.

Contains AI-generated information that may be incorrect. Please verify independently.