Ladon S1 Tsd Edition Príomhfheidhm: Sárcharr Spreagtha ag Miotas by Chenyang Shen

Ladon S1 Tsd Edition Príomhfheidhm: Sárcharr Spreagtha ag Miotas by Chenyang Shen is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Duais Cré-umha A' Design Award in Dearadh Gluaisteán Competition Category.

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Ladon S1 Tsd Edition Príomhfheidhm: Sárcharr Spreagtha ag Miotas

by Chenyang Shen

Duais Cré-umha A' Design Award Winner in Gluaisteán Category

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The Design

About Ladon S1 Tsd Edition Príomhfheidhm: Sárcharr Spreagtha ag Miotas

Téacs an Leabhair: Is feithicil choincheapúil ardfheidhmíochta é an Ladon S1 Tsd Edition atá spreagtha ag miotaseolaíocht ársa na Gréige agus deartha le gnéithe aerdinimiciúla ionsaitheacha. Tugann a leagan amach spóiléir dhúbailte, a fhearas coirp carbóin ghaibhnithe, agus a aibhsíochtaí gléineacha glasa le fios go bhfuil gluaiseacht agus teannas ann fiú agus é gan ghluaiseacht. Cuireann an dearadh béim ar éifeachtúlacht sreafa aeir, ar thógáil éadrom, agus ar shiombalachas insinte. Forbraíodh ón tús é le sruthanna oibre samhaltaithe agus rindreála chun cinn, agus comhcheanglaíonn sé aeistéitic dhrámatúil le loighic innealtóireachta.

The Recognition

About the Duais Cré-umha A' Design Award

Bhuaigh an dearadh Ladon S1 Tsd Edition Príomhfheidhm: Sárcharr Spreagtha ag Miotas Duais Cré-umha A' Design Award, aitheantas an-ghradamach a bhronntar ar dhearaí sármhaithe a mbíonn cruthaitheacht, aireagacht agus géarchúis mar shaintréithe acu. Is déantúsáin ghlic agus chruthaitheacha go suntasach iad buaiteoirí Cré-umha a dhearbhaíonn taithí fhairsing, samhlaíocht agus acmhainneacht a ndearthóirí. Táthar ag súil go mbeidh an dearadh Ladon S1 Tsd Edition Príomhfheidhm: Sárcharr Spreagtha ag Miotas ina rud a bhfuil an-mheas air, a n-ardaítear agus a ghráitear, atá thar a bheith gairmiúil agus nuálach. Ionchorpraíonn an dearadh seo a bhuaigh Duais Cré-umha A' Design Award na cleachtais is fearr san ealaín, san eolaíocht, sa dearadh agus sa teicneolaíocht, agus tá sé sármhaith as a aird ar mhionsonraí. Sásaíonn an dearadh Ladon S1 Tsd Edition Príomhfheidhm: Sárcharr Spreagtha ag Miotas riachtanais go hálainn, bainíonn sé le mianta, cuireann sé draíocht ar mhothúcháin agus tarraingíonn sé fiosracht.

Behind the Design

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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: The Ladon S1 Tsd Edition is based on the Ares Modena S1 platform, emphasizing bespoke customization and aerodynamic refinement. Forged carbon elements enhance performance significantly, transforming the vehicle's original smooth body lines into more aggressive and track focused forms. The Ladon S1 Tsd Edition contemporary aesthetics with mythological influences, blending modern automotive styling cues and historical symbolism without compromising authenticity or visual harmony.
Dimensions & Packaging: The Ladon S1 Tsd Edition features a 4471 mm length, 2166 mm width, and 1298 mm height, with a 2800 mm wheelbase and 189 mm ground clearance. The main spoiler spans 2024 mm in width and 1577 mm in length, with an additional spoiler width of 1225 mm. Both front and rear wheels utilize titanium alloy and forged carbon, with 275/30 ZR20 tires at the front and 345/25 ZR21 tires on rear wheels. Enlarged vents and widebody elements enhance cooling, while dual spoilers optimize aerodynamic downforce.
Tags: Myth Inspired Design, Concept Supercar, Carbon Fiber Bodykit, Custom Widebody, Forged Carbon Wheels, Aerodynamic Downforce, Maya Modeling, Unreal Engine Render, Serpent Aesthetics, Visual Storytelling
Production Technology: The Ladon S1 Tsd Edition is developed using advanced 3D modeling techniques, aerodynamic concepting, and mythological aesthetic simulation. Its overall structure has been meticulously optimized for exceptional airflow, while lightweight composite materials enhance efficiency and performance. Great care is taken with panel alignment, surface curvature, and material integration. Forged carbon fiber serves as the foundation for custom parts, creating a design that is beautiful, and feasible.
Design Challenge: The greatest challenge was executing this entire project solo, using over 20 software tools throughout the process. It was my first time learning Unreal Engine while simultaneously designing the vehicle, which added a steep learning curve. Blending Greek mythology with a modern supercar style was conceptually difficult,especially designing meaningful yet realistic elements. The gill like hood vents were inspired by a sudden observation of a serpent’s scales and nostrils.
Research: This project began with visual research into hypercar modifications and mythological symbolism. The main goal was to explore how aggressive styling and cultural motifs could be merged in a believable concept. Using Maya and Unreal Engine, the bodywork was sculpted to balance tension and elegance. Comparative studies with real vehicles helped refine proportion and aerodynamics. The result is a symbolic, yet function-driven visual identity.
Inspiration: Is it the indomitable god of war Ares, or the colossal serpent Ladon guarding the golden apple tree? Good and evil lie in a single thought. The Ladon S1 Tsd Edition draws inspiration from Greek mythology, using the serpent Ladon as a core symbol. Design elements reference Zeus’s thunder, Ares’s spear, Medusa’s hair, and the serpent’s fangs, nostrils, and venom. A dark carbon fiber base is broken by green lines accents, disrupting the monotony of the original design.
Project Duration: The Ladon S1 Tsd Edition project started in February 2024 in Hangzhou, China, and was completed in late May 2024. The modeling process began on February 8, with final renders completed between May 15 and May 17. Poster series were finalized on May 19 and May 22, while the second version of the official video was completed on May 29. The project was entirely developed remotely using Autodesk Maya and Unreal Engine.
Operation Flow: Ladon S1 Tsd Edition was fully modeled and designed independently in Autodesk Maya, including the base reference prototype Ares Modena S1, which was first recreated from zero and then customized. It delivers a dynamic experience through visual and conceptual interaction. Aggressive bodylines, dual spoilers, and glowing green accents evoke motion and intensity. Myth meets machine design invites users to feel the performance, not just see it.
Patents: Copyrights belong to Chenyang Shen, 2024. Registered with the National Copyright Administration of China, Registration No. 2025-F-01500694.
Team Members: Chenyang Shen
Image Credits: Image #Main: Creator Chenyang Shen (Tizze), 2024.
Image #1: Creator Chenyang Shen (Tizze), 2024.
Image #2: Creator Chenyang Shen (Tizze), 2024.
Image #3: Creator Chenyang Shen (Tizze), 2024.
Image #4: Creator Chenyang Shen (Tizze), 2024.
Video Credits: Creator Chenyang Shen (Tizze), 2024.
Images in PDF: All created by Creator Chenyang Shen (Tizze), 2025