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We have added a search function to the brush store.
You can now select multiple items in the brush list using the Shift and Ctrl keys.
You can now ungroup brushes.
Fixed an issue that occurred after opening an MDZ file with missing layers.
Added new brush
'kr-Glass Shards' have been added!
This brush makes it easy to add realistic glass shards to your artwork.
Scatter them across your canvas to create scenes with tension and dynamic impact. Perfect for action illustrations, dark-themed artwork, or adding striking accents to backgrounds and other scenes.
FireAlpaca SE limited brush
Added ‘Dry Mist Watercolor 1’!
An analog-like watercolor brush with strokes that look like gathered particles
*This is an exclusive brush for FireAlpaca SE.
✨ New Brushes Added to FireAlpaca!
We've added 3 new "Pop Flake" brushes! 🖌️
These scatter brushes let you create cute, pop-style geometric patterns—perfect for backgrounds, clothing designs, and adding a fun touch to your illustrations. 💖
Give them a try! 🎨
Thank you to everyone who participated in the FireAlpaca SE 10th Anniversary Illustration Contest!
Today, we're excited to announce the contest results.
This contest had no specific theme, giving everyone the freedom to create whatever inspired them.
We were truly impressed by the creativity, originality, and passion shown in so many wonderful entries. Choosing the winners was no easy task.
Be sure to check out the amazing artwork by our winners at the link below:
https://firealpaca.com/se10thcontest/
We plan to continue holding illustration contests for FireAlpaca SE on a regular basis.
We hope you'll join us again next time. We look forward to seeing your amazing artwork!
New "Pose Model" Template Added to FireAlpaca!
We've added a new Pose Model template to FireAlpaca!
This traceable pose reference is perfect for practicing chibi characters and creating character poses with ease.
Download it and give it a try! ✨
We've added a new exclusive brush for FireAlpaca SE: Scattered Gemstones.
Create dazzling, realistic gemstone patterns with ease.
This brush automatically places the gems without overlapping, making it perfect for creating luxurious backgrounds and decorative elements. 💎💎💎✨
Give it a try in your next illustration!
*The Gem Pattern brush is an exclusive download available only for FireAlpaca SE users.
We have added a "Color Wheel (Triangle)" to the color menu (You can lock the angle from the menu).
I made it so that the focus on the RGB value input controls in the color widget is lost whenever possible.
Fixed an issue where the "Move" -> "Center" commands (etc.) in the Layer menu would not work when a folder was selected.
The “Weeds” brush has been added! 🌱
A brush that makes it easy to draw weeds.
Perfect for backgrounds and adding natural details.
Give it a try!
We've added two new exclusive brushes for FireAlpaca SE: Water Surface and Ocean Spray.
By combining these two brushes, you can easily create realistic oceans and shorelines.
Start with a simple gradient background, paint the water surface with the Water Surface brush, then add waves along the shore using the Ocean Spray brush.
It's a quick and easy way to create beautiful summer-inspired water scenes.
Perfect for landscapes, backgrounds, or any illustration that features the sea.
Give them a try in your next summer artwork! 🏖️
*The Water Surface and Ocean Spray brushes are exclusive downloads available only for FireAlpaca SE users.
We've added “Convert to a Memory-Efficient Layer” to the context menu that appears when you right-click the layer list.
Fixed an issue where it was no longer possible to capture a selection by clicking a folder icon in the layer list while holding down the Ctrl key.
Fixed an issue that occurred when the blend mode was set to "Burn (Linear)" while using the brush.
I may have fixed a bug where the spacing between brush tips was sometimes too wide when drawing straight lines with the shape brush.
Added ‘Rock Grunge 1’!
This texture brush lets you create realistic rock surfaces. The faster you draw, the more smudged the brushstrokes become, and the more pronounced the rock texture appears
This is an exclusive brush for FireAlpaca SE.
You can now lock docked windows (Window menu).
It is now possible to use color compositing for onion skinning (previously, only single-color compositing was supported).
You can now choose the compositing timing for onion skins (compositing at the very bottom or the very top).
Added "Fullscreen" to the Window menu.
Added the ability to toggle layer masks on and off via the layer list right-click menu.
Added an "Exit" (Quit Application) menu item to the File menu.
We are pleased to announce the release of ver. 2.16.0, the latest version in the 2.X series.
Please note that no further feature updates, bug fixes, or compatibility support will be provided for the 2.X series.
In addition, support for the 32-bit Windows version and macOS version has ended, and ver. 2.16.0 is not available for those platforms.
Launch the Steam client.
Open Library → Home.
Select FireAlpaca SE from the list on the left.
Right-click it and select Properties.
Open Game Version and Betas from the left menu.
Select "ver_2_16_0". The update will begin automatically.
Once the update is complete, close the window and launch the application.
We're currently accepting submissions for the FireAlpaca SE 10th Anniversary Contest on the FireAlpaca SE Steam Community!
Please check the contest details before submitting, and we look forward to seeing your amazing artwork!
Theme: Open Theme
Contest Period: May 25, 2026 (Tue) 8:00 PM – July 8, 2026 (Wed) 8:00 PM (PDT)
Winners will receive Steam Gift Cards!!💳✨
Check the link below for details on how to enter:
🔗 https://firealpaca.com/se10thcontest/
We can’t wait to see your amazing entries!
Thank you for using FireAlpaca SE!
The deadline is approaching, so we'd like to remind you about our survey.
We're conducting a short survey to help us improve the product and better understand how users discover FireAlpaca SE.
We'd like to know:
"How did you first hear about FireAlpaca SE, and what led you to purchase it?"
Your feedback will help guide future development and promotional efforts.
The survey consists of a single open-ended question and should take only 1–2 minutes to complete.
*We do not collect email addresses or other personal information.
Survey closes: July 10, 2026, 11:59 PM JST (UTC+9)
\ https://forms.gle/BoJRqxEPAsjSpbDp6 *This survey is hosted on Google Forms.
Thank you for your support and participation!
The FireAlpaca SE Team
Added support for selecting multiple layers in the layer list without using the keyboard (click to the left of the gear icon to select or deselect).
Added support for changing blend modes when multiple layers are selected.
Creating a selection by Ctrl-clicking a layer thumbnail now also supports layer masks.
Added support for displaying the brush cursor when using the Dot tool.
Fixed an issue where the layer's gear icon appeared white when using the Light UI.
Fixed a bug where adding a layer using a shortcut that includes the Shift key would place it at the bottom.
Fixed an issue where the layer mask thumbnail size would not update after changing the layer list display scale in the preferences.
Added a function to update the images of all text layers (Edit menu).
Fixed an issue where the layer color and gear icon overlapped when hovering the mouse over the layer list.
Added "Soft Flat Brush"!
A popular analog-style brush ideal for textured, painterly strokes and rough color blocking.
Give it a try from the Brush Store!
Added support for loading the mdi file format. (mdiapp) (if mdibin is missing, only layer information is loaded)
Fixed multiple issues related to pass-through folders and layer masks when transforming layers.
We regularly share tips and tutorials for FireAlpaca and FireAlpaca SE.
Starting today, we'll also be posting them here on Steam.
Learn more below:
🔗 Tips:FireAlpaca is memory-efficient. A lightweight painting tool for an age of rising memory costs.
🔥🦙New brush added!🔥🦙
Draw diamond brilliance with a single stroke. 💎✨
Inspired by the classic brilliant cut, this brush is perfect for jewelry, accessories, and luxurious decorative details.
Download it from the Brush Store and give it a try!
We've added a new brush: AirBrush (Sand)!
This particle-style airbrush is perfect for adding textured effects and subtle background details to your artwork.
Give it a try and bring a new look to your creations! ✨
"Practice of Head-to-Body Ratio" template has been added!
Compare and practice character proportions from 4-head to 8-head figures!
A great way to study how different head-to-body ratios change a character's overall look. 😆
Thank you for using FireAlpaca SE!
We're conducting a short survey to help us improve the product and better understand how users discover FireAlpaca SE.
We'd like to know:
"How did you first hear about FireAlpaca SE, and what led you to purchase it?"
Your feedback will help guide future development and promotional efforts.
The survey consists of a single open-ended question and should take only 1–2 minutes to complete.
*We do not collect email addresses or other personal information.
Survey closes: July 10, 2026, 11:59 PM JST (UTC+9)
\ https://forms.gle/BoJRqxEPAsjSpbDp6 *This survey is hosted on Google Forms.
Thank you for your support and participation!
The FireAlpaca SE Team
FireAlpaca SE Limited Brush 🖌️✨
The new "Firm Flat Brush" has been added!
Enjoy drawing with this exclusive limited brush.
More exclusive brushes, available only in FireAlpaca SE, are added regularly.
I corrected the parts that were missing from the translation.
We've added a mode to the Move tool's 1px move mode that allows you to specify the amount of movement.
A "Free Transform" option has been added to the selection menu, allowing you to start free transformation directly.
Improved the border when the foreground and background colors of the color window are active.
The new brush engine now supports duplicating and replacing each stroke.
Fixed an issue where the reference window's documents were not restored after restarting the app.
Fixed an issue where the thumbnail in the brush editing dialog would not update when the "Revert" function was used in the brush editing dialog.
Fixed a bug where the stroke offset was not applied when the brush tip of the new brush engine was an "image file".
Fixed an issue where the drop shadow filter in the MFG store could not be applied.
🔥🦙Added new brush🔥🦙
'Analog Grazed Pen' have been added!
A line art brush that creates lines with faintly blurred edges in places✏️
🆕We have added a new “Watercolor Filter” filter to the MFG Store.
Add “Watercolor Filter” to the MFG Store
A filter that smooths fine details in photos and images to create a soft watercolor-style effect.
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