Post by: NaturalPack on Sat, 24 August 2019, 16:17:27
Hi everybody,
I've become a bit too busy to continue designing in the mech community. Janglad will be taking over my projects. Follow him at his website qoda.studio or here on GH for future updates. Please don't hound him to work on every single set, he's already got a lot on his plate. I will be finishing Astral Light and then signing out. Thanks so much. -NP
"The dark side of the Astral duo inspired by the villains' plots of fantasy RPG/TTRPG worlds."
GB info, proxies, finalized kits, etc. TBD.
It's been a long time coming for this one. There's been a few similar sets since the original post date so we're here to check interest.
Everything here is currently in a concept phase so any suggestions are welcome.
Vendors:
Project Keyboard (NA)
Deskhero (CA)
CandyKeys (EU)
Other proxies TBD
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Post by: dimo on Sat, 24 August 2019, 16:19:52
Post by: TheArcticFox_27 on Sat, 24 August 2019, 16:22:33
Post by: upas on Sat, 24 August 2019, 16:22:37
So I like this set :)
Post by: edasaur on Sat, 24 August 2019, 16:36:50
dark is better imo
Post by: IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES on Sat, 24 August 2019, 16:48:00
Post by: LXVRGS on Sat, 24 August 2019, 17:39:24
Post by: KingOfMemes on Sat, 24 August 2019, 17:54:14
Quote from: NaturalPack
2. What kind of compatibility are you looking for?Coleverak
Post by: DuellM on Sat, 24 August 2019, 17:58:03
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Post by: nasp on Sat, 24 August 2019, 18:37:39
R2: Out
R3: Data or Read
R4: Shift and Enter
Thanks for considering!
Post by: Katsurio on Sat, 24 August 2019, 20:43:32
Edit: I also like the dark version better!
Post by: BS0UR on Sat, 24 August 2019, 21:24:45
Post by: rmendis on Sat, 24 August 2019, 22:00:46
Post by: Solotov on Sat, 24 August 2019, 22:03:32
Post by: Macmutant on Sat, 24 August 2019, 22:34:32
Post by: whitty on Sun, 25 August 2019, 03:22:01
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Post by: Surefoot on Sun, 25 August 2019, 03:34:15
Post by: HailNibbler on Sun, 25 August 2019, 03:58:23
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Post by: Pluto19 on Mon, 26 August 2019, 03:08:59
Post by: BrutalBanana on Mon, 26 August 2019, 07:47:28
I like purple sets and blue sets.
So I like this set :)
anyway we can see a render of this on the lilac Chimera65? :)
Post by: SwitchKeys on Mon, 26 August 2019, 07:48:26
Post by: psxndc on Mon, 26 August 2019, 11:09:51
I do like this set, but I need Colemak support before I'd buy it.
Quote from: NaturalPack2. What kind of compatibility are you looking for?Coleverak
Your ideas are intriguing to me, and I wish to subscribe to your newsletter.
In for Colevrak too.
Post by: KingOfMemes on Mon, 26 August 2019, 11:44:28
Lol this is exactly how I feel. With how limited GMK Coleverak compatibility is, I'm a 100% buy if it has it and a 0% buy when it doesn't. Keeps me and my wallet happy.I do like this set, but I need Colemak support before I'd buy it.Your ideas are intriguing to me, and I wish to subscribe to your newsletter.Quote from: NaturalPack2. What kind of compatibility are you looking for?Coleverak
In for Colevrak too.
Post by: jacobsmirror on Mon, 26 August 2019, 12:06:17
Post by: Joey Quinn on Mon, 26 August 2019, 12:14:40
Nice, taro dark.
Looks exactly like Taro but with flipped alphas
Post by: MythicCynic on Mon, 26 August 2019, 13:01:25
Post by: megaforce on Mon, 26 August 2019, 22:44:06
Post by: jonowarren94 on Tue, 27 August 2019, 11:06:21
2. I do use an odd layout but the base kit covers it! ISO and split shifts are a must
3. Again base looks pretty decent, I think with a few more 1u keys you can actually get ortho support which some might appreciate
Post by: Relive on Tue, 27 August 2019, 11:14:42
Post by: IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES on Tue, 27 August 2019, 14:27:17
Post by: SingSong on Wed, 28 August 2019, 19:22:49
Post by: MeloDet on Mon, 16 September 2019, 14:31:50
Post by: forevermadrigal on Mon, 16 September 2019, 15:04:30
This will be perfect for the grey & lilac Chinera65! Assuming I pick one of those up I'll definitely be in on this.
Ultra dank combo
Post by: Solotov on Mon, 30 September 2019, 08:28:39
Post by: Oni74 on Mon, 30 September 2019, 21:57:14
Would like to see:
- Pull numpad kit out from base kit (Please don't make people buy plastic we don't want/need)
- Mods to allow Del/Home/PgUp/PgDn/End keys on the right side for 65% and 75% boards
- 1U Alt,Fn,Sys,Ctrl keys for certain 75% boards with 1U keys right of space
Post by: juliandoucette on Wed, 02 October 2019, 19:13:24
Post by: asianfork on Wed, 02 October 2019, 21:02:23
Post by: Pach on Tue, 08 October 2019, 21:21:32
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Post by: MacSurfy on Fri, 18 October 2019, 13:15:04
Post by: krooktk on Fri, 18 October 2019, 14:36:15
Post by: Luciqueii on Fri, 18 October 2019, 14:53:24
Post by: vi0till on Wed, 27 November 2019, 03:47:49
Post by: Gtrx on Wed, 27 November 2019, 07:31:37
Post by: octix on Wed, 27 November 2019, 14:24:42
Really nice set imo
Post by: leexy on Sat, 07 December 2019, 10:14:47
Post by: Starston3 on Tue, 17 December 2019, 21:02:26
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Post by: 002 DC on Fri, 03 January 2020, 17:43:50
Post by: ddnomad on Fri, 03 January 2020, 19:11:23
Would you consider adding two 1.5u Code and two 1u Alt keys to the base for tsangan compat for mac users. similar to that of GMK minimal?
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Double that, alt where super/cmd should be offends my perfectionism :D
Post by: Shutter_Shock on Fri, 03 January 2020, 20:49:43
Would you consider adding two 1.5u Code and two 1u Alt keys to the base for tsangan compat for mac users. similar to that of GMK minimal?
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I second this. It’s great for Mac users. Also, wouldn’t mind seeing some turquoise/light blue thrown in. Maybe esc/enter accents or in the mod legends? Idk. “Galaxy” color schemes tend to include turquoise in with the purples and navy, and I’ve always loved it.
Post by: UltimateCheeze on Fri, 24 January 2020, 13:09:09
Jokes aside, this looks nice.
Post by: brookwin on Fri, 24 January 2020, 20:18:26
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Post by: jpg2401 on Tue, 04 February 2020, 17:09:27
Post by: Nitaru on Sat, 29 February 2020, 10:17:03
Also, if you're only going to run one, I would personally go with dark.
Compatibility - Icon mods
Post by: konstantin on Sat, 29 February 2020, 13:24:39
- If you're using “Scroll” and “Num” legends, I suggest using “Caps” instead of “Caps↲Lock” for the stepped caps legend. This will help achieve a uniform, one-line look across the set.
- Change the “Menu” legend to “Fn”. The fact is that 1.25u Fn is a very commonly used key, and whilst “Fn” can fulfill the role of both Fn and Menu, the same isn't really true for “Menu”.
- Add R3 PgUp and R4 PgDn keys to help cover some popular 65%/75% right column options.
- Consider using System or Super instead of Code. Here's why. (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=104460.msg2870032#msg2870032)
- Consider dropping the 2u Shift and adding a barred numpad 5 instead.
Post by: saqneo on Sat, 29 February 2020, 13:48:50
Hi, I have a few kitting suggestions:I strongly agree with the first three suggestions here.
- If you're using “Scroll” and “Num” legends, I suggest using “Caps” instead of “Caps↲Lock” for the stepped caps legend. This will help achieve a uniform, one-line look across the set.
- Change the “Menu” legend to “Fn”. The fact is that 1.25u Fn is a very commonly used key, and whilst “Fn” can fulfill the role of both Fn and Menu, the same isn't really true for “Menu”.
- Add R3 PgUp and R4 PgDn keys to help cover some popular 65%/75% right column options.
- Consider using System or Super instead of Code. Here's why. (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=104460.msg2870032#msg2870032)
- Consider dropping the 2u Shift and adding a barred numpad 5 instead.
For me, Super > Code >> System, though I usually just go for icon mods if they're available.
In terms of 2U shift vs. the extra num key I think preferences will vary. Among my customs none even have a num pad but I also think 2U shift is a layout smell. I built 2U once which taught me it's better to overload "? / Rshift" or just going 65%.
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Post by: konstantin on Sat, 29 February 2020, 14:16:07
Post by: Edward on Sun, 05 April 2020, 02:04:33
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Post by: leexy on Sun, 05 April 2020, 22:56:09
Post by: vivek.yyy on Sun, 24 May 2020, 16:49:03
Post by: krzank on Sun, 24 May 2020, 17:56:49
Compatibility:
R3 `~
Russian and/or arabic alphas (with R3 `~Ё and R3 `~ذ respectively).
less important: R4 PgDn / R3 PgUp / R2 Home
Post by: solomonshv on Sun, 24 May 2020, 18:20:49
Post by: mafez on Mon, 25 May 2020, 13:58:48
Post by: yjchan27 on Mon, 25 May 2020, 23:48:25
I hope GB open soon~~
Post by: The_Runz on Tue, 26 May 2020, 11:32:20
Post by: GMK_Andy on Tue, 26 May 2020, 11:33:30
Post by: sagarsiddhpura on Sun, 31 May 2020, 14:06:39
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Post by: sagarsiddhpura on Fri, 26 June 2020, 04:30:31
Post by: ergusto on Fri, 26 June 2020, 06:00:03
Post by: Solotov on Fri, 26 June 2020, 06:30:30
Post by: edasaur on Sun, 28 June 2020, 12:59:32
Is this set dead already?
Not sure, but I did see OP make a post at the end of last month. Still crossing my fingers that this moves to GB soon. :)
Post by: Shutter_Shock on Sun, 28 June 2020, 22:57:38
Post by: Zaprey on Sun, 26 July 2020, 11:21:44
Post by: esmtll on Sun, 26 July 2020, 13:04:26
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Post by: esmtll on Wed, 29 July 2020, 14:16:50
Would you consider adding two 1.5u Code and two 1u Alt keys to the base for tsangan compat for mac users. similar to that of GMK minimal?
Second this!
(and thanks, Starston3, I'm going to start using this graphic on every IC I'm seriously considering!)
Post by: jp5486 on Wed, 29 July 2020, 21:24:04
Post by: sagarsiddhpura on Sat, 08 August 2020, 04:51:56
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Post by: dibstern on Fri, 14 August 2020, 06:17:43
Post by: stevenopoly on Fri, 14 August 2020, 09:16:54
Post by: 002_GT on Mon, 07 September 2020, 06:28:56
Post by: worldtour on Fri, 06 November 2020, 16:53:51
Which set will release first?
Post by: Havattack on Sun, 10 January 2021, 19:22:00
Post by: Zyres on Mon, 11 January 2021, 08:46:06
Post by: jono3160 on Wed, 27 January 2021, 14:16:02
Post by: andreiborisov on Sat, 20 March 2021, 05:26:28
Post by: hottrout on Sat, 20 March 2021, 05:49:32
Post by: genevatypes on Sun, 28 March 2021, 17:29:41
I like
Dude watch me get both the light and dark kits because i stay simpin for gmk first love
Post by: conternecticus on Mon, 29 March 2021, 11:55:00
Post by: Cylent on Tue, 30 March 2021, 12:55:50
Post by: andreiborisov on Tue, 30 March 2021, 13:10:32
Post by: AceyG on Tue, 30 March 2021, 19:49:49
Post by: NaturalPack on Wed, 07 April 2021, 14:37:12
NA and CA vendors added.
Post by: nvh2092 on Wed, 07 April 2021, 15:10:48
New renders with some adjustments.Will there be novelties? I love this colorway. Also, will you consider adding accent iso enter? Iso users could use some loves since the set is very dark.
NA and CA vendors added.
Post by: CookieFlow on Wed, 07 April 2021, 15:30:24
New renders with some adjustments.
NA and CA vendors added.
Nice to see this set finally moving.
However I feel it would be a bit sad to see the set run as it is right now.
The colors are great.
-I would like either to see Alice support added in base kit like you are considering with Vaporwave R2.
Or to have a bigger spacebar/accent kit like you did with regular Astral. Those small spacebar kits often feel pretty overpriced for what you get imo.
-Would really like a novelty kit and some metal Artisan to give the set some more flair and match light Astral.
Post by: stevenopoly on Wed, 07 April 2021, 16:13:05
Post by: NaturalPack on Wed, 07 April 2021, 18:37:24
New renders with some adjustments.Will there be novelties? I love this colorway. Also, will you consider adding accent iso enter? Iso users could use some loves since the set is very dark.
NA and CA vendors added.
Yes there will be novelties. I'm currently leaning towards high fantasy villains and commonly antagonized creatures plus a little bit of magic and dice mixed in.
An accent ISO enter is pretty likely.
The base kit render on the thread is just so we have a good starting point.
Post by: andreiborisov on Wed, 07 April 2021, 18:42:12
Please, consider adding 1.5u R4 Code keys for Mac usersNew renders with some adjustments.Will there be novelties? I love this colorway. Also, will you consider adding accent iso enter? Iso users could use some loves since the set is very dark.
NA and CA vendors added.
Yes there will be novelties. I'm currently leaning towards high fantasy villains and commonly antagonized creatures plus a little bit of magic and dice mixed in.
An accent ISO enter is pretty likely.
The base kit render on the thread is just so we have a good starting point.
(as it stands now the set doesn’t support 7u bottom row for Mac).
Post by: NaturalPack on Wed, 07 April 2021, 18:45:32
New renders with some adjustments.
NA and CA vendors added.
Nice to see this set finally moving.
However I feel it would be a bit sad to see the set run as it is right now.
The colors are great.
-I would like either to see Alice support added in base kit like you are considering with Vaporwave R2.
Or to have a bigger spacebar/accent kit like you did with regular Astral. Those small spacebar kits often feel pretty overpriced for what you get imo.
-Would really like a novelty kit and some metal Artisan to give the set some more flair and match light Astral.
Great stuff, thanks for the feedback.
- Kit revisions are likely after collecting a solid chunk of feedback.
- Novelties are coming for sure.
- Can't promise any artisans up front, but will definitely chat up some skilled people and see if we can work something out.
And thanks for swinging by the other threads in addition to this one. :thumb:
Post by: Dunne on Sat, 10 April 2021, 08:38:29
Post by: Skeil on Sat, 10 April 2021, 08:54:12
Post by: Ciantha on Sat, 10 April 2021, 11:48:35
Post by: CookieFlow on Sat, 10 April 2021, 19:12:48
New renders with some adjustments.
NA and CA vendors added.
Nice to see this set finally moving.
However I feel it would be a bit sad to see the set run as it is right now.
The colors are great.
-I would like either to see Alice support added in base kit like you are considering with Vaporwave R2.
Or to have a bigger spacebar/accent kit like you did with regular Astral. Those small spacebar kits often feel pretty overpriced for what you get imo.
-Would really like a novelty kit and some metal Artisan to give the set some more flair and match light Astral.
Great stuff, thanks for the feedback.
- Kit revisions are likely after collecting a solid chunk of feedback.
- Novelties are coming for sure.
- Can't promise any artisans up front, but will definitely chat up some skilled people and see if we can work something out.
And thanks for swinging by the other threads in addition to this one. :thumb:
Nice :thumb:
I say Artisan, but maybe metal keycap is more appropriate.
Rama / Thok are always a favorite of mine and allow for some pretty creative designs.
Post by: cosmo10292 on Wed, 14 April 2021, 14:54:09
Post by: NaturalPack on Wed, 14 April 2021, 19:46:36
New renders with some adjustments.
NA and CA vendors added.
Nice to see this set finally moving.
However I feel it would be a bit sad to see the set run as it is right now.
The colors are great.
-I would like either to see Alice support added in base kit like you are considering with Vaporwave R2.
Or to have a bigger spacebar/accent kit like you did with regular Astral. Those small spacebar kits often feel pretty overpriced for what you get imo.
-Would really like a novelty kit and some metal Artisan to give the set some more flair and match light Astral.
Great stuff, thanks for the feedback.
- Kit revisions are likely after collecting a solid chunk of feedback.
- Novelties are coming for sure.
- Can't promise any artisans up front, but will definitely chat up some skilled people and see if we can work something out.
And thanks for swinging by the other threads in addition to this one. :thumb:
Nice :thumb:
I say Artisan, but maybe metal keycap is more appropriate.
Rama / Thok are always a favorite of mine and allow for some pretty creative designs.
Will definitely see who's available as we start to figure out the gb timing.
Post by: genevatypes on Thu, 22 April 2021, 01:24:41
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Post by: Mugue on Thu, 17 June 2021, 02:39:35
Post by: MediocreTurtle on Tue, 17 August 2021, 13:09:08
Post by: _IanOfEarth on Tue, 17 August 2021, 13:59:05
Would you consider adding two 1.5u Code and two 1u Alt keys to the base for tsangan compat for mac users. similar to that of GMK minimal?
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Seconded for this.
Post by: adi on Tue, 17 August 2021, 14:16:08
Post by: Dunne on Tue, 17 August 2021, 22:20:32
Post by: crystal on Tue, 17 August 2021, 22:49:04
Post by: Havattack on Wed, 18 August 2021, 14:11:19
Astral Dark is end game purple colorway imo. Eggplant artisan with this would pop too :cool:
I LOVE purple, and i LOVE this set too, but this set is almost all blue keeb-bra.. (color-subjective-blah,blah,blah, humble opinion-blah, blah)
Post by: Zyrophr on Wed, 18 August 2021, 17:19:46
Post by: conternecticus on Mon, 02 May 2022, 23:10:21
Post by: EdgeOfInfinity on Wed, 11 May 2022, 13:34:45
Post by: dvorcol on Wed, 11 May 2022, 14:13:45
Any updates?
NaturalPack go byebye ;_;
Yes, sadly not on Geekhack since January 11, 2022.
Post by: Seunghyun Lee on Thu, 12 May 2022, 01:08:23
Post by: LiquidDev on Sat, 14 May 2022, 15:46:10
(https://i.imgur.com/3roeOtk.png) (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=117080.0)
Post by: DaaDaa on Sat, 14 May 2022, 19:20:38
Post by: infinitum on Tue, 17 May 2022, 12:29:49
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Post by: Getsome!!! on Mon, 06 June 2022, 01:30:01
seems to be dead, which is a bummer cause this set is better than many that are clogging the queue at the moment.
I don't think so. I know this designer handed off all his projects to another designer, and now they are in charge of making this happen, but it's some what low on their to-do list, so...
Post by: infinitum on Mon, 06 June 2022, 07:00:17
seems to be dead, which is a bummer cause this set is better than many that are clogging the queue at the moment.
I don't think so. I know this designer handed off all his projects to another designer, and now they are in charge of making this happen, but it's some what low on their to-do list, so...
If you read the intro, Naturalpack said he will be finishing Astral Light and then signing out with all his other projects handed over to Janglad.
Post by: Getsome!!! on Wed, 08 June 2022, 00:50:40
Post by: deska on Wed, 08 June 2022, 09:38:28