Bucky the Unicorn Bear – Original IP Evoking Classic Animation Nostalgia

Introducing a Unique Character Property with Timeless Appeal

Meet Bucky, a one of a kind purple unicorn bear embarking on compelling adventures designed to resonate across generations. This original concept is brought to life through high quality, traditional hand-drawn 2D animation, intentionally evoking the charm and comforting nostalgia of beloved animated treasures. Conceptualised and created by co-founder Ben Barter, this project exemplifies our capabilities in world-class IP creation.

Close up 2D illustration of Bucky the Unicorn Bear, a purple & pink cartoon 2D character with a yellow unicorn horn, black eyebrows, and a red bandana, sitting and smiling. Created by Spirit Bridge Studio.

Animated Series Development – A Window to Wonder

The Bucky the Unicorn Bear animated series is currently in active development. Its introductory sequence serves as a window into a visually rich world designed to capture a sense of timeless wonder. We are using meticulous frame by frame 2D animation techniques, demonstrating our ambition to produce globally competitive, heartwarming content from our UK base.

A concept art expression sheet for Bucky the Unicorn Bear, shown in black and white line art. It features five headshots of Bucky in a row, displaying a range of emotions: joyful, annoyed, angry, smug, and crying.

2D scene (animation & picture book): Bucky the Unicorn Bear, a purple cartoon 2D character with a glowing horn, cornered with a dark gloomy forest,. The Hunter is in the foreground, we can only see his hand. His dark claw frames poor, helpless Bucky. Original Spirit Bridge Studio's art.

A Story of Hope, Magic, and Friendship

Bucky’s story is a modern adventure that feels both fresh and familiar. Originating from the peaceful Sunnyside Island, his journey of self-discovery tests his courage and resilience. Core themes of hope, magic, and enduring friendship aim to create new cherished memories while echoing the feel of past favourites.

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2D animation background art. A landscape 2D illustration from the Bucky the Unicorn Bear book, depicting a stylised landscape with tall, dark silhouetted trees in the foreground, rolling blue hills in the background, and a colourful sky with pink, orange, and blue hues. Created by Spirit Bridge Studio.

Ancillary Product Development – The Official Children’s Picture Book

Complementing the series is “Bucky the Unicorn Bear and The Elves of Christmas Eve,” a premium children’s picture book. Evolving from a 2016 concept by Ben Barter, the book is a high quality, standalone Christmas story engineered to become a treasured keepsake reminiscent of classic holiday tales.

Original illustration from the Bucky the Unicorn Bear picture book, featuring the Inventor. The blue, robotic-looking character, acting as a storyteller, sits in a cosy room by a fireplace and magically floats a copy of "Bucky the Unicorn Bear and the Elves of Christmas Eve."

A Standalone Premium Book Product to Treasure

With the formation of Spirit Bridge Studio, this tale evolved into an extraordinary adventure filled with wonder, enchantment, and excitement beyond your wildest dreams.

While synergistic with the 2D animated series, the Bucky Christmas story is engineered as a high quality, standalone children’s picture book. It’s designed to captivate readers through exceptional illustration and heartwarming narrative content, becoming a treasured keepsake reminiscent of classic holiday stories. This represents a key component of the Bucky IP strategy.

Team Bucky showin their gold medals, after raising the biggest amount of money ever by a team, at the Dragon Boat Race, in Birmingham (@ The MailBox) 2025.

A Partnership for Positive Impact with Birmingham Children’s Hospital Charity

At Spirit Bridge, children are at the heart of everything we do, and we believe in making a real difference. That’s why a percentage of all proceeds from Bucky book sales will be directed to our strategic partner, Birmingham Children’s Hospital Charity, supporting their vital work. This initiative aligns our commercial goals with our commitment to positive community impact.

Pre-Order Today & Make a Difference

Experience this high quality property first hand. Pre-order “Bucky the Unicorn Bear and The Elves of Christmas Eve” picture book today to support our charitable partnership and help us make a real difference in the lives of sick children.

The front cover of the book, Bucky the Unicorn Bear and The Elves of Christmas Eve. The illustration shows Bucky, a joyful purple unicorn bear, running across a snowy log at night with two happy elves, Tappy and Marty. In the background, the villain Ricky Rat hides behind a tree.

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