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 # Biohazard VFX — Nuke Master Templates
 
-A curated collection of **production-ready Nuke templates** developed by **Biohazard VFX**.  
+Production-ready Nuke templates that standardize workflows, accelerate shot setup, and keep projects consistent.
-These templates **standardize workflows**, **accelerate shot setup**, and provide a rock-solid starting point for a wide range of VFX tasks.
+
+</div>
 
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-## 📂 Repository Structure
+## Table of Contents
-
+- [Overview](#overview)
-| Directory | Description |
+- [Repository Tree](#repository-tree)
-|-----------|-------------|
+- [Templates](#templates)
-| **`Biohazard Master Rev 01/`** | Initial revision of the master Nuke template. A reliable foundation for general VFX tasks. |
+- [Quick Start](#quick-start)
-| **`Biohazard Master Rev 02/`** | Updated version with refinements, optimizations, and new features. |
+- [Conventions](#conventions)
-| **`Covert Template/`** | Template stolen from WeAreCovert |
+- [Maintenance](#maintenance)
-
+- [License](#license)
-Each folder contains `.nk` script files representing the template’s node graph, structure, and configuration.
 
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-## ⚡ Usage
+## Overview
+A curated set of master templates for Nuke/NukeX. Each `.nk` ships with sensible defaults, labeled node graphs, and project-ready structure.
 
-1. **Clone the repository**
+---
-   ```bash
+
-   git clone https://git.biohazardvfx.com/BiohazardVFX/Nuke-Templates.git
+## Repository Tree
+```text
+/
+├─ Biohazard Master Rev 01/
+│  ├─ Biohazard Master Rev 01.nk
+│  ├─ Biohazard Master Rev 01.nk~        # backup
+│  └─ desktop.ini
+├─ Biohazard Master Rev 02/
+│  ├─ Biohazard Master Rev 02 LIGHT.nk   # lightweight preset
+│  ├─ Biohazard Master Rev 02.nk
+│  └─ desktop.ini
+├─ Covert Template/
+│  ├─ Covert Template.nk
+│  ├─ Covert Template.nk~                # backup
+│  └─ desktop.ini
+└─ README.md
+```
+---
+
+## Templates
+
+<details>
+<summary><strong>Biohazard Master Rev 01</strong> — foundation</summary>
+
+* Baseline master graph for general VFX tasks
+* Balanced defaults for comp, color, and IO
+* Safe starting point for new shows and quick turnarounds
+
+</details>
+
+<details>
+<summary><strong>Biohazard Master Rev 02</strong> — refined</summary>
+
+* Optimized node ordering and caching
+* Cleaner label/annotation system
+* <code>LIGHT</code> variant for rapid look-dev and previz
+
+</details>
+
+<details>
+<summary><strong>Covert Template</strong> — special-purpose</summary>
+
+* Alternate layout used on select spots
+* Keeps parity with Biohazard IO and color blocks
+
+</details>
+
+---
+
+## Quick Start
+
+```bash
+git clone https://git.biohazardvfx.com/BiohazardVFX/Nuke-Templates.git
+```
+
+1. Open NukeX and load a template `.nk` as your starting script.
+2. Update project paths, write nodes, and show tags in the designated setup group.
+3. Save as your shot file; do not overwrite the master.
+
+---
+
+## Conventions
+
+* **Color Management** — ACES-ready blocks; confirm show IDT/ODT in the config section.
+* **IO** — Write nodes named per show spec; versioned outputs `.../renders/{shot}/{task}/v###`.
+* **Structure** — Inputs → Prep → Comp → Look/FX → QC → IO.
+* **Notes** — Critical ops are annotated; use TODO tags for per-shot items.
+
+---
+
+## Maintenance
+
+* Changes to masters require a new **Rev** directory and a short changelog in commit message.
+* Keep backup files (`.nk~`) out of delivery packages.
+* Report issues via internal tracker; attach script fragment or screenshot.
+
+---
+
+## License
+
+Internal Biohazard VFX use only. Redistribution or external use is prohibited.