Hi Mystic,
Just to be clear you don't have to apply to be a member of the Developer Center or CCD. You can simply login with your normal member account.
You also don't have to apply for the G1 Max Templates and bone system as these are free to download for all Premium Members.
You only have to apply for the latest G2 or G3 Max Templates. Now while many companies will charge for developer resources, all Reallusion resources are free. The reason for application for the G3 Templates is to ensure that only genuine developers have access. If you can show your intent is for developing for iClone then these will happily be supplied.
The best way to get started is to submit a texture pack or something similar and once you do this you will receive the files you need. :)
Peter
Forum Administrator
www.reallusion.com