TL;DR
In World Builder Collect, when creating/editing lore, use Preview controls Regenerate Thumbnail or Upload Thumbnail (JPEG/PNG/WebP). Add a name and one-liner before regenerating. Don’t close while generating—toast: Wait for the image to finish before closing.
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User / SEO summary
World Builder lore visuals are the thumbnail/portrait images on Collect cards so your library is scannable. This short guide covers regenerate/upload only—full Create/edit lore steps live in the Collect article.
What it does
- Preview states: Generating…, No thumbnail yet, ready image
- Regenerate Thumbnail / Upload Thumbnail (and icon refresh/upload)
- Prerequisite toasts: Add a name and one-liner first (or caption/description for image posts)
- Blocking close: Wait for the image to finish before closing
- Status lines when fields change and visuals may refresh
Steps
Step 1 — Open Collect and start or edit lore
World Builder → Collect → create (Add to board flow) or open a lore drawer.
Step 2 — Fill name and one-liner
Enter identity fields first so generation has something to draw.
Step 3 — Generate a thumbnail
Click Regenerate Thumbnail / refresh. Wait through Generating….
Step 4 — Or upload your own
Upload Thumbnail, choose JPEG/PNG/WebP. Fix toasts like Please choose a JPEG, PNG, or WebP image if needed.
Step 5 — Keep the sheet open until ready
If you try to close mid-generation, heed Wait for the image to finish before closing.
Step 6 — Save / Add to board
Finish create or save edits so the card shows the visual in Collect.
Tips
- Fold this into everyday Collect use—don’t treat visuals as a separate product area.
- Image generation may use credits depending on environment—check Image Credits if blocked.
- Failed generation may still allow Add to board with retry later (image posts).
FAQ
How do I regenerate a lore thumbnail?
In the create/edit preview, click Regenerate Thumbnail after name/one-liner exist.
Can I upload my own image?
Yes—Upload Thumbnail with JPEG, PNG, or WebP.
Why can’t I close the panel?
A visual is still generating—wait for it to finish.