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I'd definitely be in for a set in DSA! looks great!
would be in for a set of GMK
Nice looking set. Reminds me of Skywarp from the Transformers.
my favourite color is light purple you have chosen for legend and quite fit into your theme. unfortunately, that color need to be customized for GMK which need 250 MOQ now. i pray that won't frighten us. since i would rather choose GMK .
DAS is beautiful as well , since SP has more color to match your theme's colors.
Count me in on this ;D
There's purple in it, which means you can have my wallet!
Definitely go with GMK in this case. I don't recall a GMK set in these colors; reminds me of SP's The Bro Set DCS. Also you may want to check GMK color chips too if you haven't already because these colors aren't necessarily available.
Yeah ive use SP's colors because im fairly new to this and the only ones i could find on keyboard layout editor with good purples was on SP's color swatches, still waiting on the updated GMK color swatches some have been uploaded in code form but i have no idea how to use it :-[
Yeah ive use SP's colors because im fairly new to this and the only ones i could find on keyboard layout editor with good purples was on SP's color swatches, still waiting on the updated GMK color swatches some have been uploaded in code form but i have no idea how to use it :-[
IIRC KLE's GMK color swatches are outdated and there are more options now. Do you have the hex codes for some of the colors?
I'm usually not the biggest GMK fan (not quality-wise, just prefer SA/DSA profiles) but this set would look good in whatever you make it to be - this is relatively similar to GMK Halloween if you go that route but of course the theme's completely different. Either way, purple is my favourite colour and I'm purple+black is always an amazing combo so as long as budget allows, I'm definitely in on this no matter what.
Best of luck with the set!
https://github.com/ijprest/keyboard-layout-editor/issues/169#issuecomment-248123828 check out this link mate and help me figure this outSo the only way I know how would be to use the RGB to hex code converter and reference the picture and the RGB codes provided here to generate the hex codes to use. http://www.javascripter.net/faq/rgbtohex.htm (http://www.javascripter.net/faq/rgbtohex.htm)
https://github.com/ijprest/keyboard-layout-editor/issues/169#issuecomment-248123828 check out this link mate and help me figure this outSo the only way I know how would be to use the RGB to hex code converter and reference the picture and the RGB codes provided here to generate the hex codes to use. http://www.javascripter.net/faq/rgbtohex.htm (http://www.javascripter.net/faq/rgbtohex.htm)Show Image(https://cloud.githubusercontent.com/assets/2797710/16323109/7f6960f8-3965-11e6-9aa2-a4d0d6a77703.JPG)
{
"name" : "GMK 2016 (Alpha)",
"href" : "https://uniqey.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/article_attachments/205091409/keycap_colors_2016.jpg",
"description" : "The new codes are taken from photographs of the actual keys (not the one above). No attempt at color-correction has been made. Colors are reasonable for use, if not exactly accurate. Color codes for keys in previous collection were left unchanged for consistency.",
"colors" : [
{ "name": "2B", "r":133, "g":138, "b":141 },
{ "name": "2M", "r":215, "g":225, "b":235 },
{ "name": "3A", "r":135, "g":188, "b":158 },
{ "name": "3B", "r":129, "g":162, "b":145 },
{ "name": "3C", "r":216, "g":151, "b":147 },
{ "name": "3K", "r":217, "g":220, "b":225 },
{ "name": "AE", "r":101, "g":175, "b":76 },
{ "name": "BJ", "r":154, "g":151, "b":144 },
{ "name": "CB", "r":167, "g":163, "b":152 },
{ "name": "CC", "r":108, "g":115, "b":107 },
{ "name": "CR", "r":29, "g":51, "b":39 },
{ "name": "CV", "r":253, "g":231, "b":49 },
{ "name": "GE1", "r":196, "g":188, "b":43 },
{ "name": "L9", "r":227, "g":229, "b":216 },
{ "name": "MG1", "r":164, "g":45, "b":75 },
{ "name": "N5", "r":0, "g":141, "b":234 },
{ "name": "N6", "r":211, "g":161, "b":46 },
{ "name": "N7", "r":5, "g":133, "b":80 },
{ "name": "P3", "r":177, "g":73, "b":62 },
{ "name": "RO1", "r":94, "g":24, "b":24 },
{ "name": "RO2", "r":224, "g":80, "b":71 },
{ "name": "U9", "r":185, "g":186, "b":180 },
{ "name": "V1", "r":238, "g":73, "b":66 },
{ "name": "V2", "r":219, "g":112, "b":60 },
{ "name": "V4", "r":2, "g":85, "b":187 }
]
}
A few are missing but still a good number. I believe there is a way to import the colors to KLE but I am unsure of this technique.
I could try to make renders using the GMK colors without using the keyboard layout editor :) the problem is i dont know the specs of the actual GMK keycaps coz i havent owned any.
I hope i can reproduce the colors as accurate as possible.
SP colors are still beter IMO, but if the interest allows me to have custom colors on GMK that would be better. :thumb:
Honestly if you do a black and purple GMK set then you can bet your ass there will be interest, especially if you can find a way to stand out from the crowd!
Honestly if you do a black and purple GMK set then you can bet your ass there will be interest, especially if you can find a way to stand out from the crowd!
Thanks! hopefully I can come up with better renders, im also open for novelty keys suggestions :D
currently im thinking about turning it into SA profile as ive seen a set very similar to this one in GMK, and because its a joy to have the SA looks and SP's colors :p
This anime is one of my favorite all time and it would be a shame if i couldn't make something awesome with this concept...
SA is good in pictures, but I hate typing on it. Good luck with your set, but I will be passing on that profile :p
SA is good in pictures, but I hate typing on it. Good luck with your set, but I will be passing on that profile :p
Its going to be on a POLL then.
It would be nice to have more manufacturers to choose from :(
Poll added! :thumb:
Fan of Accel World from way back, and even got my handle now from it.
I like it, but quite frankly i'd like the spacebar to be the same as the mod color.
Also would like to see lotus novelties, albeit them being done in some way or another already. Even her butterfly wings could work.
Maybe even Black Lotus' armor itself as a cap would look nice. Something like her arms being crossed in a straight standing position.
I support this IC. Maybe even more ideas can be pitched to improve it! :D
Came hoping for a Magic: the Gathering reference, left disappointed :( good luck though!
I love the color scheme, even if I haven't seen the show. If this does get made I'll definitely pick it up without the burst link enter.
Came hoping for a Magic: the Gathering reference, left disappointed :( good luck though!
Came hoping for a Magic: the Gathering reference, left disappointed :( good luck though!
When I saw the IC's name I was secretly hoping it'd be a MTG BL themed set. I own all PN cards except the Lotus and I think that'd make for a really interesting key set honestly - either based on just the BL (probably easier) or all nine.
Basto Linku!
The updated OP looks great, can't wait to follow your progression through this!
Too hot and sexy to handle
Just chiming in to say I love these colors and it would be a must buy.
Awww yiss. I hadn't noticed the fact you said you could whip up some novelties for the MTG Black Lotus, that picture of the most recent art for it is beautiful and matches the colourway of your set perfectly - I'd love to see what you'd be able to come up with. The oldschool classic Lotus has amazing art too but it wouldn't look as snazzy on a novelty plus the colours are different.
I've already got a bunch of GMK sets and I'm at the point where I don't need/want any more but this would be the exception, regardless of whether or not the MTG novelty comes to be. Lovely colourway overall.
PS: liking the new mockups!
Im going to work with my close friend on this especially on the novelties to create the best ones that can be done with GMK :D
I hope MTG Black Lotus Novelty doesn't rev up the price on this keyset since that card is super expensive :))
I'm down for a set for sure.
Had to remove the old poll to add the new one. Here's the results of the profile poll:
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Love how the set is coming along. Much bigger fan of Type 1 over Type 2 though!
I really dig this set
Hey mate, ive been busy for the past days but ive been starting on the anime black lotus novelty and it should look something like this :Im going to work with my close friend on this especially on the novelties to create the best ones that can be done with GMK :D
I hope MTG Black Lotus Novelty doesn't rev up the price on this keyset since that card is super expensive :))
LOL yea, it'll be my one chance to finally complete my beta/unlimited Power9 set without spending like 15k! :blank: Hoping copyright doesn't get in the way too much, I really want that to work out.
Looking forward to other novelties you may be able to add to the set as well, they're always an exciting part of key sets for me.
looking forwards to the novelty :D
I have trouble deciding between "Type 1" and "Type 2" :rolleyes:
potatobot, you will make a poll for these two after the profile poll?
I want to add stripe kits, but i have no other ideas that would relate to MTG. could you help me out? TIA :D
I agree Banshee, I PM'd Potato a bunch of other ideas for it now (though I'm wary they'll all get destroyed by copyright related issues) but the 0 with a circle around it would be amazing if it can be achieved with the molds available.
Glad to see other MTG fans/players!
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Coming from a massive MTG player/fan im glad you are including this legend. Another idea would be maybe the iconic "0" mana cost legend:Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/9O7s2dG.jpg)
could be just a 0 with a circle around it (not sure if you can even do that with injection molding) or just the lighter area in symbol itself. Its a weird little reference i know but its why the Black Lotus is so sought after.
digging this set! only thing i would suggest is to add a space bar that matches the alphas, the pastel purple spacebar is ugly.
Thanks guys for the ideas! Especially for the stripe kits Vigrith!
For the "0 with a circle around it" that would be tripleshot right? Would have to confirm with gmk if the tooling they use could accomodate that design.
Thanks for the support guys!
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Thanks guys for the ideas! Especially for the stripe kits Vigrith!
For the "0 with a circle around it" that would be tripleshot right? Would have to confirm with gmk if the tooling they use could accomodate that design.
Thanks for the support guys!
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If you just do the lighter area in the symbol, it would be just be double shot.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/NHJk7EB.jpg)
I need option 1 in my life! The only thing that i would like to see if the spacebar also be available in the black/dark color and/or the same purple as the modifiers.
Thank for putting this set together! :)
I also really like Type 1. And I'll second the request for a black spacebar, or at least one that matches the rest of the mods.
I think this set will be perfect for my zealio board :thumb:
though I think I need 1.75u Fn ;D
and... is there a 1.5u Shift? :eek:
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Just some random thoughts: Don't know the exact specifications and if you have thought of it and / or already included or rejected:
- spacebar for Leopold (FC660M?)
- small caps lock so that caps lock and ctrl can be swapped
- perhaps a blank key of each size for something that has been missed?
Cheers!
Base set updates :)Show Image(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161018/dd75fb11c18559ee43f873afd790d9ab.jpg)
Novelties are on the way. :)
Base set updates :)Show Image(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161018/dd75fb11c18559ee43f873afd790d9ab.jpg)
Novelties are on the way. :)
Ouu baby now that's a pretty set. Love the update.
One suggestion I have would be to offer the Enter and Esc in the light purple color like GMK Skeletor did with yellow and green IIRC.
You know, now that I am seeing what it looks like without the lighter spacebar, I am not sure...
I really like both colorways, so it would probably be safer to go with the black. If you can do a second "package" and include spacebars in the lighter colorway, that would be incredible. Not sure if it would reach MOQ though...
You know, now that I am seeing what it looks like without the lighter spacebar, I am not sure...
I really like both colorways, so it would probably be safer to go with the black. If you can do a second "package" and include spacebars in the lighter colorway, that would be incredible. Not sure if it would reach MOQ though...
yup i would have liked to have those lighter keys too but some prefer to have it in darker tones.
MOQ is at risk when having too many options. decisions decisions. :-\
You know, now that I am seeing what it looks like without the lighter spacebar, I am not sure...
I really like both colorways, so it would probably be safer to go with the black. If you can do a second "package" and include spacebars in the lighter colorway, that would be incredible. Not sure if it would reach MOQ though...
yup i would have liked to have those lighter keys too but some prefer to have it in darker tones.
MOQ is at risk when having too many options. decisions decisions. :-\
I think one pack inclusive of everything is much better than many different child sets, but that's just me. :p
The set cost does go up with adding more keys to it. It's why we often see child kits on SP sets.
The set cost does go up with adding more keys to it. It's why we often see child kits on SP sets.
It certainly does. But i rarely see any GMK kits with child kits. :(
The set cost does go up with adding more keys to it. It's why we often see child kits on SP sets.
It certainly does. But i rarely see any GMK kits with child kits. :(
The GMK child kits are few if any. A lot of that is due to GMKs MoQ requirements. The MoQ numbers from SP are much much lower which allows for child kits that won't hit large enough numbers to meet GMKs numbers. It's why child kits have been much more common on SP sets but GMK sets were typically a larger full set and nothing more. The down side for GMK here was that specialty stuff like ErgoDox kits might be left out of a GMK buy as the number of buyers is low enough to not hit MoQ or be worth adding into everyone's kit.
Wow, Camper killing it with the renders as always, that looks so sick. Looking forward to further developments!
Definitely worried about the MOQ for the GMK sets.
SP having options to have child deals is more appealing to me now since people have different keyboards/layouts.
The purples on this set is not even available on GMK. :(
Any recommendation guys?
Wonder how it would look like with bigger alpha legends....
Definitely worried about the MOQ for the GMK sets.
SP having options to have child deals is more appealing to me now since people have different keyboards/layouts.
The purples on this set is not even available on GMK. :(
Any recommendation guys?
I love DSA so I'm probably biased, I'm good with SA too though. GMK's usually my least preferred profile when it comes to aesthetics save for very specific sets (though they are fantastic to type on of course) so if you do have to move away from that idea I know I'd be in the minority when I say I'm excited.
SP tends to do purple/violet really well imo (my favourite colour) as can be seen from a few of their previous buys so that's something to consider I suppose if GMK does not even offer the purple shade you envision.
I also much rather SP's ability to accommodate child kits rather than GMK's "all in one" (or 2) model. Having to buy a bunch of caps I will not utilize to get a single 1.75 rshift for my WhiteFox is never fun, at least with SP I can sorta mix and match, eg. I usually buy the 40s kit for my 40% travel/office board and snatch the 1.75 rshift from there for my WF for home usage.
Wonder how it would look like with bigger alpha legends....Do you mean SP's D/SA font? :D
Wonder how it would look like with bigger alpha legends....Do you mean SP's D/SA font? :D
Yup!
Wonder how it would look like with bigger alpha legends....Do you mean SP's D/SA font? :D
Yup!
I did post a DSA mockup before but GMK won the poll for the profile.
But im still considering SP because of the limitations in colors pallets and MOQ constraints. :thumb:
+1Wonder how it would look like with bigger alpha legends....Do you mean SP's D/SA font? :D
Yup!
I did post a DSA mockup before but GMK won the poll for the profile.
But im still considering SP because of the limitations in colors pallets and MOQ constraints. :thumb:
The colorway is what makes this stands out. Stay true!!
+1Yay! Good to know I'm not alone in this.
it has to be this purple, please!!!
EDIT: I don't mind DSA :D
Noted, I agree to all your points.
I like how spherical keycaps feel too, and the colors that SP offers is gonna make this set look awesome. The thing is that most people probably prefer GMK ABS as they are thicker than DSAs.
I wanted to have it on uniform SA r3 which will be thicker than DSA and not as high as the normal SA caps.
Would like to hear more feedback regarding this matter though. Mock-ups for D/SA might change their minds :thumb:
Noted, I agree to all your points.
I like how spherical keycaps feel too, and the colors that SP offers is gonna make this set look awesome. The thing is that most people probably prefer GMK ABS as they are thicker than DSAs.
I wanted to have it on uniform SA r3 which will be thicker than DSA and not as high as the normal SA caps.
Would like to hear more feedback regarding this matter though. Mock-ups for D/SA might change their minds :thumb:
Yea, I'd be perfectly okay with uniform r3 (or 2-2-3-3-3-3 like a few sets have been doing) as well because my boards are all flat regardless, don't own any slanted cases at this point - I'm all for a few mock-ups and potential renders for D/SA, hopefully you can get some more novelties going too which may spice it up a bit as you said!
Another thing to consider is DSA's price:MOQ ratio, looking Evan's Lightcycle buy that closed a couple days ago that I was proudly a part of he managed to get $80 as the price for the base set (which included like 6 novelties, a couple accents AND a few non-standard modifiers) at a 100 MOQ - that's crazy considering I had to pay like $160 to support the same layout with Godspeed for example and $145 for Keyboard&Co GMK (single kit + spacebars). He also had an adapter kit that supported a lot of other non-standard layouts and full international support for $50 which again is crazy value.
Still, I'm behind you on this no matter what, the colours and thematic(s) make the set.
Black lotus will be produced no matter what :)As long as you stay true to the colorway, I'm down for a set
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Black lotus will be produced no matter what :)As long as you stay true to the colorway, I'm down for a set
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Would definitely be interested in a set of SA!
Would definitely be interested in a set of SA!
Maybe r2 would be in SA. :)
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Would definitely be interested in a set of SA!
Maybe r2 would be in SA. :)
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I see that now! Sorry, I'm new to GH and I'm still getting used to the old style forum layout. Didn't quite see how far along this was!
Would definitely be interested in a set of SA!
Maybe r2 would be in SA. :)
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I see that now! Sorry, I'm new to GH and I'm still getting used to the old style forum layout. Didn't quite see how far along this was!
I like this layout better than reddit's haha!
I might be getting too old for this.
Maybe uniform SA r3 or 2-2-3-3-3-3
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Would definitely be interested in a set of SA!
Maybe r2 would be in SA. :)
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I see that now! Sorry, I'm new to GH and I'm still getting used to the old style forum layout. Didn't quite see how far along this was!
I like this layout better than reddit's haha!
I might be getting too old for this.
Maybe uniform SA r3 or 2-2-3-3-3-3
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Haha, I still prefer to use Reddit, but all the good GBs happen here, so I wanted to start using it.
That being said I've never used GMK keycaps before, though I've heard they're high quality. What's the ABS they use like? quality-wise I mean.
Would definitely be interested in a set of SA!
Maybe r2 would be in SA. :)
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I see that now! Sorry, I'm new to GH and I'm still getting used to the old style forum layout. Didn't quite see how far along this was!
I like this layout better than reddit's haha!
I might be getting too old for this.
Maybe uniform SA r3 or 2-2-3-3-3-3
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Haha, I still prefer to use Reddit, but all the good GBs happen here, so I wanted to start using it.
That being said I've never used GMK keycaps before, though I've heard they're high quality. What's the ABS they use like? quality-wise I mean.
Well, doing ICs there is a pain, along with down votes. The comment system is really crazy for me, im used to having long post and old style forums give you all the freedom to add awesome signatures.
Actually i haven't owned any GMK keysets at all, its been highly recommended by the community, so the quality must be top notch as people here are pretty picky about their keycaps. Maybe a tad thicker than SA ABS.
What SP profile have you tried? I currently own an r2 granite and a SA r4 carbon community keycap. They are both thin on the sides but they dont feel like those cheap abs you get with most keyboards.
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Well, doing ICs there is a pain, along with down votes. The comment system is really crazy for me, im used to having long post and old style forums give you all the freedom to add awesome signatures.
Would definitely be interested in a set of SA!
Maybe r2 would be in SA. :)
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I see that now! Sorry, I'm new to GH and I'm still getting used to the old style forum layout. Didn't quite see how far along this was!
I like this layout better than reddit's haha!
I might be getting too old for this.
Maybe uniform SA r3 or 2-2-3-3-3-3
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Haha, I still prefer to use Reddit, but all the good GBs happen here, so I wanted to start using it.
That being said I've never used GMK keycaps before, though I've heard they're high quality. What's the ABS they use like? quality-wise I mean.
Well, doing ICs there is a pain, along with down votes. The comment system is really crazy for me, im used to having long post and old style forums give you all the freedom to add awesome signatures.
Actually i haven't owned any GMK keysets at all, its been highly recommended by the community, so the quality must be top notch as people here are pretty picky about their keycaps. Maybe a tad thicker than SA ABS.
What SP profile have you tried? I currently own an r2 granite and a SA r4 carbon community keycap. They are both thin on the sides but they dont feel like those cheap abs you get with most keyboards.
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Well... actually I haven't tried any... I'm somewhat new here. I mean I'm not new to keyboards, but only recently have I started trying to actually spend money and get nicer keycaps. My current keycaps are super cheap abs ones from WASDkeyboards, they were what came with my VP3 and they've started to shine already after only about a month. That's why I'm kinda apprehensive about getting more ABS keycaps, though I think the GMK ones should last longer. Was thinking about getting some DSA PBT ones from SP and dying the modifiers purple because nobody sells this color purple in PBT.
Well, doing ICs there is a pain, along with down votes. The comment system is really crazy for me, im used to having long post and old style forums give you all the freedom to add awesome signatures.
Offtopic so apologies but I gotta say I absolutely abhor reddit's layout - I cannot for the life of me get used to the whole weird comment display thing they got going on, then some comments are hidden and videos aren't embedded always and then there's upvotes downvotes and then they aren't properly organized, it's just a cesspool compared to this standard forum layout where everything's tidy and you can have avatars and signatures and everything's organized.
Would definitely be interested in a set of SA!
Maybe r2 would be in SA. :)
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I see that now! Sorry, I'm new to GH and I'm still getting used to the old style forum layout. Didn't quite see how far along this was!
I like this layout better than reddit's haha!
I might be getting too old for this.
Maybe uniform SA r3 or 2-2-3-3-3-3
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Haha, I still prefer to use Reddit, but all the good GBs happen here, so I wanted to start using it.
That being said I've never used GMK keycaps before, though I've heard they're high quality. What's the ABS they use like? quality-wise I mean.
Well, doing ICs there is a pain, along with down votes. The comment system is really crazy for me, im used to having long post and old style forums give you all the freedom to add awesome signatures.
Actually i haven't owned any GMK keysets at all, its been highly recommended by the community, so the quality must be top notch as people here are pretty picky about their keycaps. Maybe a tad thicker than SA ABS.
What SP profile have you tried? I currently own an r2 granite and a SA r4 carbon community keycap. They are both thin on the sides but they dont feel like those cheap abs you get with most keyboards.
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Well... actually I haven't tried any... I'm somewhat new here. I mean I'm not new to keyboards, but only recently have I started trying to actually spend money and get nicer keycaps. My current keycaps are super cheap abs ones from WASDkeyboards, they were what came with my VP3 and they've started to shine already after only about a month. That's why I'm kinda apprehensive about getting more ABS keycaps, though I think the GMK ones should last longer. Was thinking about getting some DSA PBT ones from SP and dying the modifiers purple because nobody sells this color purple in PBT.
Well sp had DSA deep space which was nice. Coming from OEM ABS, DSA would be a major upgrade, spherical keys feels comfy IMO. The height might need some time to get used to.
GMK ABS isnt any sloucher at all. The cherry profile + thickness is pure quality. They might be a bit pricey but it would be all worth it. If you prefer cylindrical keysets, this would be your thing. The only downside is that they shine, especially the darker keycaps.Well, doing ICs there is a pain, along with down votes. The comment system is really crazy for me, im used to having long post and old style forums give you all the freedom to add awesome signatures.
Offtopic so apologies but I gotta say I absolutely abhor reddit's layout - I cannot for the life of me get used to the whole weird comment display thing they got going on, then some comments are hidden and videos aren't embedded always and then there's upvotes downvotes and then they aren't properly organized, it's just a cesspool compared to this standard forum layout where everything's tidy and you can have avatars and signatures and everything's organized.
Yeah. All the rules are also annoying. Haha! We have all the freedom here.
I tried to post my IC there thrice and it was brought down coz i haven't gathered enough karma.
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You make me wanna buy the Black Lotus model kit!
Would definitely be interested in a set of SA!
Maybe r2 would be in SA. :)
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I see that now! Sorry, I'm new to GH and I'm still getting used to the old style forum layout. Didn't quite see how far along this was!
I like this layout better than reddit's haha!
I might be getting too old for this.
Maybe uniform SA r3 or 2-2-3-3-3-3
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Haha, I still prefer to use Reddit, but all the good GBs happen here, so I wanted to start using it.
That being said I've never used GMK keycaps before, though I've heard they're high quality. What's the ABS they use like? quality-wise I mean.
Well, doing ICs there is a pain, along with down votes. The comment system is really crazy for me, im used to having long post and old style forums give you all the freedom to add awesome signatures.
Actually i haven't owned any GMK keysets at all, its been highly recommended by the community, so the quality must be top notch as people here are pretty picky about their keycaps. Maybe a tad thicker than SA ABS.
What SP profile have you tried? I currently own an r2 granite and a SA r4 carbon community keycap. They are both thin on the sides but they dont feel like those cheap abs you get with most keyboards.
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Well... actually I haven't tried any... I'm somewhat new here. I mean I'm not new to keyboards, but only recently have I started trying to actually spend money and get nicer keycaps. My current keycaps are super cheap abs ones from WASDkeyboards, they were what came with my VP3 and they've started to shine already after only about a month. That's why I'm kinda apprehensive about getting more ABS keycaps, though I think the GMK ones should last longer. Was thinking about getting some DSA PBT ones from SP and dying the modifiers purple because nobody sells this color purple in PBT.
Well sp had DSA deep space which was nice. Coming from OEM ABS, DSA would be a major upgrade, spherical keys feels comfy IMO. The height might need some time to get used to.
GMK ABS isnt any sloucher at all. The cherry profile + thickness is pure quality. They might be a bit pricey but it would be all worth it. If you prefer cylindrical keysets, this would be your thing. The only downside is that they shine, especially the darker keycaps.Well, doing ICs there is a pain, along with down votes. The comment system is really crazy for me, im used to having long post and old style forums give you all the freedom to add awesome signatures.
Offtopic so apologies but I gotta say I absolutely abhor reddit's layout - I cannot for the life of me get used to the whole weird comment display thing they got going on, then some comments are hidden and videos aren't embedded always and then there's upvotes downvotes and then they aren't properly organized, it's just a cesspool compared to this standard forum layout where everything's tidy and you can have avatars and signatures and everything's organized.
Yeah. All the rules are also annoying. Haha! We have all the freedom here.
I tried to post my IC there thrice and it was brought down coz i haven't gathered enough karma.
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That's comforting to hear, makes me feel a little better about literally throwing all my money at the screen.
Though now I'm curious, how much will this cost? I know it depends on how many people join the GB, but what's the range? I'm expecting around ~$100- $150.
You make me wanna buy the Black Lotus model kit!
Do buy when it goes to GB phase :)Would definitely be interested in a set of SA!
Maybe r2 would be in SA. :)
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I see that now! Sorry, I'm new to GH and I'm still getting used to the old style forum layout. Didn't quite see how far along this was!
I like this layout better than reddit's haha!
I might be getting too old for this.
Maybe uniform SA r3 or 2-2-3-3-3-3
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Haha, I still prefer to use Reddit, but all the good GBs happen here, so I wanted to start using it.
That being said I've never used GMK keycaps before, though I've heard they're high quality. What's the ABS they use like? quality-wise I mean.
Well, doing ICs there is a pain, along with down votes. The comment system is really crazy for me, im used to having long post and old style forums give you all the freedom to add awesome signatures.
Actually i haven't owned any GMK keysets at all, its been highly recommended by the community, so the quality must be top notch as people here are pretty picky about their keycaps. Maybe a tad thicker than SA ABS.
What SP profile have you tried? I currently own an r2 granite and a SA r4 carbon community keycap. They are both thin on the sides but they dont feel like those cheap abs you get with most keyboards.
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Well... actually I haven't tried any... I'm somewhat new here. I mean I'm not new to keyboards, but only recently have I started trying to actually spend money and get nicer keycaps. My current keycaps are super cheap abs ones from WASDkeyboards, they were what came with my VP3 and they've started to shine already after only about a month. That's why I'm kinda apprehensive about getting more ABS keycaps, though I think the GMK ones should last longer. Was thinking about getting some DSA PBT ones from SP and dying the modifiers purple because nobody sells this color purple in PBT.
Well sp had DSA deep space which was nice. Coming from OEM ABS, DSA would be a major upgrade, spherical keys feels comfy IMO. The height might need some time to get used to.
GMK ABS isnt any sloucher at all. The cherry profile + thickness is pure quality. They might be a bit pricey but it would be all worth it. If you prefer cylindrical keysets, this would be your thing. The only downside is that they shine, especially the darker keycaps.Well, doing ICs there is a pain, along with down votes. The comment system is really crazy for me, im used to having long post and old style forums give you all the freedom to add awesome signatures.
Offtopic so apologies but I gotta say I absolutely abhor reddit's layout - I cannot for the life of me get used to the whole weird comment display thing they got going on, then some comments are hidden and videos aren't embedded always and then there's upvotes downvotes and then they aren't properly organized, it's just a cesspool compared to this standard forum layout where everything's tidy and you can have avatars and signatures and everything's organized.
Yeah. All the rules are also annoying. Haha! We have all the freedom here.
I tried to post my IC there thrice and it was brought down coz i haven't gathered enough karma.
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That's comforting to hear, makes me feel a little better about literally throwing all my money at the screen.
Though now I'm curious, how much will this cost? I know it depends on how many people join the GB, but what's the range? I'm expecting around ~$100- $150.
Would definitely be around that price range for the base kit. Im currently working on the novelties which would be sold separately.
GMK carbon was sold around $100 + $5 for the trays. Hopefully we get as much support :)
If you buy GMK sets from vendors they would be sold at around $170 without the long wait of course :)
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Speaking of... how long will the wait be? Sorry for all the questions, but this is my first GB and I just want to make sure I have enough information.
I'm fine with waiting, I just don't want to join one of those GBs that takes a decade to ship.
Speaking of... how long will the wait be? Sorry for all the questions, but this is my first GB and I just want to make sure I have enough information.
I'm fine with waiting, I just don't want to join one of those GBs that takes a decade to ship.
Hopefully this would run on MD. So shipping and warranty is assured.
I have yet to contact MD regarding this sale, hopefully once everything is finalize, we can plot a realistic time frame. :)
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Been watching the thread for a bit and I'd def be all in for a GMK set. ^.^
Speaking of... how long will the wait be? Sorry for all the questions, but this is my first GB and I just want to make sure I have enough information.The GMK Carbon on MD closed in (late?) July. We just got an update that the bulk shipment is now OTW to MD's US warehouse. Next update, first week of Nov. Hope this gives you some indication on timing of GB.
I'm fine with waiting, I just don't want to join one of those GBs that takes a decade to ship.
Is there any way I can be absolutely sure that I get notified when this goes live? There's been a couple group buys that I've actually missed out on just because I forgot to check for a couple days...
I've just been looking for a set of keycaps like this for almost a year, and I'm willing to do nearly anything for a set, haha
Totally interested in a set for my Ducky Mini
Is there a specific reason for including 2 sets of the same arrow keys?
Updated renders for type 1 and type 2Liking what I see
Lilac keys added
I'm a total noob... Will it be possible to order a TKL MX version of the keyset? That colorway was made for meee... Amazing work!
Updated renders for type 1 and type 2Liking what I see
Lilac keys added
Icon mods? Y/N?
It will be available by Massdrop or just here in geekhack?
Any updates on where this is at this point?
I've been following the MD poll and we filled out the progress bar for 500 votes, not sure if that means anything.
On one hand I'm super sad that it's probably going to be a long time before you get this set to the GB stage, but my wallet is supper happy that it has time to rest. Any idea on how much the novelties would be? I'm a fan of Accel world but don't really care about MtG so I would really like to get the novelties, but don't think I can justify it if it's pricy
I understand that most of this set has already been chosen and that my critique would change so much that you coukd argue it would be a different set, but since this is Interest Check, I figured there's no harm in sharing my thoughts (particularly because i very much love the color scheme):
1. I would love to see the Type 1 set in SA...the light purple pieces would look awesome if they were big and chunky, and just my opinion but I prefer centered lettering, especially with black and purple like that.
2. The light purple accents you've done are a fantastic idea. I know this would run the risk of overdoing it, but doing the top 1-9 numbers in that same light purple would look REALLY cool in SA. It would almost be an evil twin set to Hana (since a mono-legend type deal looks so nice for 1-9 anyways, it coukd be really cool to replace them with novelties, though I understand this has an effect on price)
3. I don't think I have a number 3....this is a really cool set and I definitely love it. Black lptus has long been a favorite of mine, not just the card but the art and the aesthetic itself.
I feel like if there were some way to work in the dark violet-blue part of the flower into the set it would be cool, but I didn't list it because I don't know where it would work or if it even would at all.
Anyways, great work on it. Please don't see this as me bashing your set, I do like it...I am the critical type. It's hard for me to create on my own, but given a template, I'm much more likely to come up with something cool by changing it...that's not to say my suggestions are even necessarily good lol, I just want you to know that I do really like the set (though I will be passing on it because of GMK, sadly...I know you can't please everybody, though there is another purple GMK coming out soon, as has been mentioned)
Any updates on this?
Any updates on this?
Man I really want to give an update but I'm still waiting on md or gmk's response to my emails.
For the set, I've been working on additional novelties tho, but I'm a bit stumped on school work, so I might be able to finish up during the holidays.
cheers
If you're not getting a hold of massdrop, maybe try talking to some of the other community members and see if they can help you get hooked up since they might have the contacts and inside scoop to getting an in on getting a group buy started
Keyclack or Originative maybe? Not sure how busy their schedules are.
Hope you find a GB partner, eagerly awaiting this set. :thumb:
Great to hear potatobot. Great set and happy to see some progress.
Been watching since this sets conception :p
Any updates on this?
Man I really want to give an update but I'm still waiting on md or gmk's response to my emails.
For the set, I've been working on additional novelties tho, but I'm a bit stumped on school work, so I might be able to finish up during the holidays.
cheers
Any updates on this?
Man I really want to give an update but I'm still waiting on md or gmk's response to my emails.
For the set, I've been working on additional novelties tho, but I'm a bit stumped on school work, so I might be able to finish up during the holidays.
cheers
Most of the time it would be easier to poke me on here if the email route doesn't work out. We are working on bettering the contact method for these kind of community requests.
In the meantime - you can shoot me a pm here.
Most of the time it would be easier to poke me on here if the email route doesn't work out. We are working on bettering the contact method for these kind of community requests.
In the meantime - you can shoot me a pm here.
Hmmm, I think I need more purple. ;D
I'm going to buy this set for sure
Sorry, I meant more keysets with purple, such as this one. I like both proposed colorways. I would have gladly given a shot at the purple alphas with #2, but the majority seems to prefer #1 according to the MD poll.
Also, I am not against the inclusion of another 2.25 Shift keycap. :)
Massdrop will be the ones who would negotiate with GMK for the keycaps included in each kits! hope it does get added in the base kit to support certain layouts :D
Massdrop will be the ones who would negotiate with GMK for the keycaps included in each kits! hope it does get added in the base kit to support certain layouts :D
Have you already got the word from MD that they are going to run it?
Base set updates :)Show Image(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161018/dd75fb11c18559ee43f873afd790d9ab.jpg)
Novelties are on the way. :)
Yep but its based on a totally different concept with the addition of a lilac color(legends)
Yes. I'm okay with legends too though, I'm just more of an icon kinda guy, I think it'd fit in with the set's theme quite well too.
Happy new year man! thanks for always being around to reply to my random thoughts about this keyset :D
we can only have one if do GMK though :))
Just thought of something I would love on the mtg themed novelties, a tap symbol preferrably on a 2.25u
Just thought of something I would love on the mtg themed novelties, a tap symbol preferrably on a 2.25u
its already in the works. the novelties would be re-made very soon :D thanks!
Just thought of something I would love on the mtg themed novelties, a tap symbol preferrably on a 2.25u
its already in the works. the novelties would be re-made very soon :D thanks!
Re-made? Does the mean the original ones on page 1 will be changing? :'(
Hey potatobot, I see on your post here (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=84756.msg2284055#msg2284055) that you will be switching to a black spacebar, but the original post is showing the pastel purple still. Is it confirmed we will be getting the black spacebar with this GB?
Hey potatobot, I have been following this since you first posted the IC thread. I am so happy that it is finally nearing fruition!
I will definitely be joining the GB but I wanted to know if there is any chance of a add-on kit for specialty sized spacebars like the kit that was posted for the GMK Carbon set? I would absolutely love it if so (I am one of the few that need specialty sized spacebars for my VE.A) but even if not I will still be getting this beautiful set!!!
That's great to hear! Personally I am a fan of text modifiers since they really make the novelties "pop" visually and they are more consistent with the alphas. With the bold colors of this set, less is more!
Also... I can't be the only one who finds the GMK icon for Caps Lock absolutely dreadful. Seriously, it looks like a child drew it!
Hoping I can convince a few more people before the poll goes up :D
That's great to hear! Personally I am a fan of text modifiers since they really make the novelties "pop" visually and they are more consistent with the alphas. With the bold colors of this set, less is more!
Also... I can't be the only one who finds the GMK icon for Caps Lock absolutely dreadful. Seriously, it looks like a child drew it!
Hoping I can convince a few more people before the poll goes up :D
That's great to hear! Personally I am a fan of text modifiers since they really make the novelties "pop" visually and they are more consistent with the alphas. With the bold colors of this set, less is more!
Also... I can't be the only one who finds the GMK icon for Caps Lock absolutely dreadful. Seriously, it looks like a child drew it!
Hoping I can convince a few more people before the poll goes up :D
I also prefer the textual mods. They look a lot cleaner.
Absolutely then opposite for me. Icon modifiers win.
I've never been big on purple but this actually looks really nice (the black alphas with purple mods anyway, reverse is too purpley for me). Also I think icon mods are the way to go, feels more fitting for a set partially based on Accel World's Black Lotus (sleeker I guess?).
One could make the case that needing pictograms to represent the function of a key could be intended for learners/old people, but I digress... :p
Welp, I voted for text mods and hope that others see the light. If this set will be run on massdrop, I wonder what the broader community's preference would be. Bear in mind that the people following this thread represent a small minority of the most interested fans (and we tend to be more picky!) :D
In any case, I think this set would look marvelous on the matte black Exent!
I C O N M O D S
Share your thoughts ;)
The mana novelties are there right above the lotuses - white, blue, black, red and green respectively, albeit modified in order to avoid copyright infringement and all that.
Yeah I got that, I meant the mana cost numbers. I initially thought of the 0 since it's so iconic for the lotus, but thinking on it you could do 0-9. Not sure if the mana symbols are copy righted though too.
Any chance having a spacebar kit (2.25u, 2.75u, etc) like the Yuri set?
From what I've read, GMK can't do doubleshots if the designs are too "fine". I think the lines have to be of a certain thickness, so unfortunately it would seem that most of the novelties are a no-go, unless they were done with pad printing. IIRC, this is what GMK Hydro did with the Windows 95 style winkey.
I would like to suggest R4 1u novelties.
For suggestions, have you thought about the butterfly? I believe that it is very iconic to Hime or her butterfly wings for that matter. Would be excellent to have.
Example: http://www.rightstufanime.com/images/productImages/699858500741_merchandise-Accel-World-Pin-Set-Kuroyukihime-and-Butterfly.jpg?resizeid=3&resizeh=600&resizew=600 (http://www.rightstufanime.com/images/productImages/699858500741_merchandise-Accel-World-Pin-Set-Kuroyukihime-and-Butterfly.jpg?resizeid=3&resizeh=600&resizew=600)
Another is the actual EXE brain burst file called 'BB2039", I think that would be ideal for R4 as 1.5u, 1.25u or 1u. Though it's not exactly linking to her itself but I think it is good to include
(Attachment Link)
The mana novelties are there right above the lotuses - white, blue, black, red and green respectively, albeit modified in order to avoid copyright infringement and all that.
Yeah I got that, I meant the mana cost numbers. I initially thought of the 0 since it's so iconic for the lotus, but thinking on it you could do 0-9. Not sure if the mana symbols are copy righted though too.
Yeah I got that, I meant the mana cost numbers. I initially thought of the 0 since it's so iconic for the lotus, but thinking on it you could do 0-9. Not sure if the mana symbols are copy righted though too.
OH right, my bad, yea I thought that might've been what you meant. When I spoke with Potato about the novelties some months ago I mentioned the mana cost as it is iconic for the Lotus as you said - I figure it may be hard to incorporate but it might be cool to have a stripe kit for example with where the 0-9 number row is done MTG style. Then again it might not tip MOQ wise as it is hard to gauge how many people buying into this set are fans hardcore enough to purchase that.
Another idea I threw around was having an enter key novelty where instead of the regular icon mods arrow it'd be the tap icon - not sure how feasible that one would be either but still, so many cool things one could do related to MTG if copyright infringement wasn't a thing and the GMK MOQ wasn't as high.
Any chance having a spacebar kit (2.25u, 2.75u, etc) like the Yuri set?
+1
it would be nice if this set support "split-spacebar" (1.75u, 2.25u, 2.75u)
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about the novelties, I'm no designer :( ,
I think we should focus on the "lotus" and Black Lotus avatar,
hmm... what about the icon for Brain Burst program? though I presume it's copyright-ed?
(Attachment Link)
EDIT: the lotus is from potatobot's novelties
That's a good point, while not ideal pad printing is probably worth the sacrifice to keep the look. People have already resorted to pad printing for stuff like the Windows 95 keys (like in Hydro) so it's not unheard of. Could always design a couple more novelties that are doubleshot and then run a poll to see what people would rather have (or maybe just have both if not too cost-prohibitive?).
If it doesn't affect the price of the base kit that much, we could try to have them. But im guessing additional kits would be a better option.
Ive been working on that brainburst logo for awhile and i came up with something for the enter key
http://i.imgur.com/zEi2r6u.jpg
Really like the colours. I've been on a purple craze lately with Plum and the JTK purple set I got.
Any chance having a spacebar kit (2.25u, 2.75u, etc) like the Yuri set?
+1Any chance having a spacebar kit (2.25u, 2.75u, etc) like the Yuri set?
+1
it would be nice if this set support "split-spacebar" (1.75u, 2.25u, 2.75u)
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about the novelties, I'm no designer :( ,
I think we should focus on the "lotus" and Black Lotus avatar,
hmm... what about the icon for Brain Burst program? though I presume it's copyright-ed?
(Attachment Link)
EDIT: the lotus is from potatobot's novelties
Hey guys, thanks for keeping the dream alive :D
Anyways, im currently talking to someone(a respectable vendor) who is really interested in running the set very soon but a bit weary of the timing and thee novelties are far from perfect.From what I've read, GMK can't do doubleshots if the designs are too "fine". I think the lines have to be of a certain thickness, so unfortunately it would seem that most of the novelties are a no-go, unless they were done with pad printing. IIRC, this is what GMK Hydro did with the Windows 95 style winkey.
Yeah they are a bit too fine for doubleshot, GMK has already provided me with the specs of the tooling which i can work with. :thumb:I would like to suggest R4 1u novelties.
For suggestions, have you thought about the butterfly? I believe that it is very iconic to Hime or her butterfly wings for that matter. Would be excellent to have.
Example: http://www.rightstufanime.com/images/productImages/699858500741_merchandise-Accel-World-Pin-Set-Kuroyukihime-and-Butterfly.jpg?resizeid=3&resizeh=600&resizew=600 (http://www.rightstufanime.com/images/productImages/699858500741_merchandise-Accel-World-Pin-Set-Kuroyukihime-and-Butterfly.jpg?resizeid=3&resizeh=600&resizew=600)
Another is the actual EXE brain burst file called 'BB2039", I think that would be ideal for R4 as 1.5u, 1.25u or 1u. Though it's not exactly linking to her itself but I think it is good to include
(Attachment Link)
Yes, the butterfly novelty is in the pipeline ;)The mana novelties are there right above the lotuses - white, blue, black, red and green respectively, albeit modified in order to avoid copyright infringement and all that.
Yeah I got that, I meant the mana cost numbers. I initially thought of the 0 since it's so iconic for the lotus, but thinking on it you could do 0-9. Not sure if the mana symbols are copy righted though too.Yeah I got that, I meant the mana cost numbers. I initially thought of the 0 since it's so iconic for the lotus, but thinking on it you could do 0-9. Not sure if the mana symbols are copy righted though too.
OH right, my bad, yea I thought that might've been what you meant. When I spoke with Potato about the novelties some months ago I mentioned the mana cost as it is iconic for the Lotus as you said - I figure it may be hard to incorporate but it might be cool to have a stripe kit for example with where the 0-9 number row is done MTG style. Then again it might not tip MOQ wise as it is hard to gauge how many people buying into this set are fans hardcore enough to purchase that.
Another idea I threw around was having an enter key novelty where instead of the regular icon mods arrow it'd be the tap icon - not sure how feasible that one would be either but still, so many cool things one could do related to MTG if copyright infringement wasn't a thing and the GMK MOQ wasn't as high.
I should get the renders done soon so we can vote which novelties will be in the final list. Having so many novelties will make it more expensive and could cost us not reaching MOQ.Any chance having a spacebar kit (2.25u, 2.75u, etc) like the Yuri set?
+1
it would be nice if this set support "split-spacebar" (1.75u, 2.25u, 2.75u)
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about the novelties, I'm no designer :( ,
I think we should focus on the "lotus" and Black Lotus avatar,
hmm... what about the icon for Brain Burst program? though I presume it's copyright-ed?
(Attachment Link)
EDIT: the lotus is from potatobot's novelties
If it doesn't affect the price of the base kit that much, we could try to have them. But im guessing additional kits would be a better option.
Ive been working on that brainburst logo for awhile and i came up with something for the enter key
http://i.imgur.com/zEi2r6u.jpgThat's a good point, while not ideal pad printing is probably worth the sacrifice to keep the look. People have already resorted to pad printing for stuff like the Windows 95 keys (like in Hydro) so it's not unheard of. Could always design a couple more novelties that are doubleshot and then run a poll to see what people would rather have (or maybe just have both if not too cost-prohibitive?).
I wouldnt want to risk pad printed novelties. Will post the renders as soon as i can. prolly 2 weeks from now. :D
Damn, seen this get bumped up and got excited. Any news on this set? Still haven't lost interest in it.Ye same, can never get enough sets with purple keys and been watching this since the start.
that looks great! Just ideas that dont have to be made but just throwing stuff out there for sh*ts and giggles. What would it look like if the alphas had the font color of the dark purple. Also, what if the alphas were purples and the mods black. Just ideas, either way im in on the GB when its released.
I think in general novelties should be a separate kit with GMK. It allows the base kit to come in at a lower price which is most important to a majority of buyers.
that looks great! Just ideas that dont have to be made but just throwing stuff out there for sh*ts and giggles. What would it look like if the alphas had the font color of the dark purple. Also, what if the alphas were purples and the mods black. Just ideas, either way im in on the GB when its released.
The lilac legends makes the set unique. While the inverse version was shown before but the current version had the most votes on the poll..Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/BkTBBWq.jpg)
that looks great! Just ideas that dont have to be made but just throwing stuff out there for sh*ts and giggles. What would it look like if the alphas had the font color of the dark purple. Also, what if the alphas were purples and the mods black. Just ideas, either way im in on the GB when its released.
The lilac legends makes the set unique. While the inverse version was shown before but the current version had the most votes on the poll..Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/BkTBBWq.jpg)
Damn I love that look a lot. If this is an option I would be a very happy man. If its not Ill still be a very happy man. Thanks for the updates, cant wait for the release date.
i've been lurking around this ic since your first post. looking forward to the group buy :)
Hi everyone!
Im sorry I couldn't post updates as often as I should. A lot has happened over the past couple of months and there are major changes with the plans for this set. Unfortunately they are still not set in stone and I wouldn't want to jinx it. Hope you will still support this keyset as I really would want this to be realized.
Im almost done redoing all the novelties. Just a bit confused what novelties to include or should I sell them all as a separate kit.
Will be updating you guys soon regarding the ff:
1. Schedule of sale
2. Vendor
3. Final kits
Anyways here are some mockups for this keyset. (Sorry if they are not that accurate and i just used this new KLE feature to make them. Hope this gives you a good idea on how this set would look on some of the most popular layouts)
40%Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/MrJZu3W.jpg)
PlanckShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/X56GlXP.jpg)
65%Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/FJzXGVN.jpg)
75%Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/jFkH6Wf.jpg)
Fc660mShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/CPlqMsm.jpg)
ErgodoxShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/0exAZ5U.jpg)
I much much prefer the legend colors seen in the OP renders, unless you actually are sticking with those and these latest renders just look off.
i think it's just a render thing since the color codes seem the same. i think we can go off thesiscamper's renders for what keys in the set will actually look like. potato is just giving detail on what the set would look like in various keyboard configs.
This would be a very easy purchase for me. IDK what board I'd even put it on yet haha.
This would be a very easy purchase for me. IDK what board I'd even put it on yet haha.Sounds like you need to build a new keyboard :O
This would be a very easy purchase for me. IDK what board I'd even put it on yet haha.
This set would look amazing on an "understated" board like the m-65. Black Lotus is what I've been dreaming of putting on mine. The board looks all serious and clean, while the keyset pops and looks very unique!
I'd love to see an option for RGB shine-through lettering.
I want to run it so bad, but man the vendors are not returning my mails.which vendors have you contacted?
Do you guys know any reputable vendors?
Of course - I just mentioned the EU based sites because more and more they seem to be coordinating with designers/US businesses to proxy for us nice folks over the pond. Definitely worth looking into if you can, saves us tons of hassle due to not having to deal with the ridiculous amount of time customs handling can take as well as being far cheaper.
Mykeyboard will be taking on 9009 this month when the time comes but I can see them being potentially available and willing after that.
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I have been itching to get this over with and move onto another project.
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Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/QDLRUho.jpg)
what do you think?
Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/QDLRUho.jpg)
what do you think?
Looks great man! Any more word on a vendor?
Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/QDLRUho.jpg)
what do you think?
Looks great man! Any more word on a vendor?
We're almost there : :thumb:
Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/QDLRUho.jpg)
what do you think?
Looks great man! Any more word on a vendor?
We're almost there : :thumb:
I would just like to say that it seems so rare to find another Accel World fan. People are mainly informed about Sword Art Online. This game seems to have good reviews, btw. http://store.steampowered.com/app/607880/Accel_World_VS_Sword_Art_Online_Deluxe_Edition/
Anyway, nice keyset. Will definitely be watching out for the group buy announcement.
I would just like to say that it seems so rare to find another Accel World fan. People are mainly informed about Sword Art Online. This game seems to have good reviews, btw. http://store.steampowered.com/app/607880/Accel_World_VS_Sword_Art_Online_Deluxe_Edition/
Anyway, nice keyset. Will definitely be watching out for the group buy announcement.
Isn't Accel World just Sword Art Online's future? I actually think I liked Accel World better overall, but I can understand why SAO was so big.
I would just like to update you all on behalf of OP.
This group buy is going to be under way very soon on mechkeys.ca.
I have all the information & files required from the creator of the set - now I am working on the kit renders, one final IC as well as quotes from GMK. This group buy will happen!
whats up with the new novelties? the old one looks betterShow Image(https://i.imgur.com/QDLRUho.jpg)
what do you think?
I would just like to update you all on behalf of OP.
This group buy is going to be under way very soon on mechkeys.ca.
I have all the information & files required from the creator of the set - now I am working on the kit renders, one final IC as well as quotes from GMK. This group buy will happen!
So much want,
The last 4 cases i purchased or am waiting on are all purple :D.
Edit: Also, you should consider adding 2 more R1 novelties (or even blanks) so that with a 60% you cover the entire top row minus esc :P. Or use them as F keys. 12 works so much better than 10 :D.
So much want,
The last 4 cases i purchased or am waiting on are all purple :D.
Edit: Also, you should consider adding 2 more R1 novelties (or even blanks) so that with a 60% you cover the entire top row minus esc :P. Or use them as F keys. 12 works so much better than 10 :D.
Where do you find all the purple keyboards? Unless you bought 4 KBD75 :cool:
So much want,
The last 4 cases i purchased or am waiting on are all purple :D.
Edit: Also, you should consider adding 2 more R1 novelties (or even blanks) so that with a 60% you cover the entire top row minus esc :P. Or use them as F keys. 12 works so much better than 10 :D.
Where do you find all the purple keyboards? Unless you bought 4 KBD75 :cool:
Kira60, 5deg, E6-V2, 268Ag. The 268AG and E6-V2 are both actually black and purple. Should look pretty good.
I would just like to update you all on behalf of OP.
This group buy is going to be under way very soon on mechkeys.ca.
I have all the information & files required from the creator of the set - now I am working on the kit renders, one final IC as well as quotes from GMK. This group buy will happen!
Hey JMD or potatobot, any news? Just wanted to make a post to show there's still new people discovering this set.
We are finalizing everything before we announce something more concrete :D
The GB should start before the year end, thats our target :)
https://mechkeys.ca/collections/group-buys/products/gmk-black-lotus-gb
https://mechkeys.ca/collections/group-buys/products/gmk-black-lotus-gb
Nice, when it will be available?
though I'm very excited, I hope it's not this month because I already have too many stuffs planned... :(
oh well...
though I'm very excited, I hope it's not this month because I already have too many stuffs planned... :(
oh well...
Shhh... we've been waiting so long for this gorgeous keyset. I'm so happy that it's coming to life!
Personally I have no plans to buy into GMK Laser, for what it's worth!
Personally I have no plans to buy into GMK Laser, for what it's worth!
Well that's a relief considering the buy's been over for like a week and a half now.
Competition is always something to take into consideration, especially when the buy is being ran through a smaller retailer. Additionally, Christmas time is never kind on expensive pieces of plastic for obvious reasons - it set the original run of GMK SNES to failure amongst other buys that had a less than stellar performance because of this same reason.
I'd hate to see it happen to a set that is so dear to me.
Hey everyone. I have received pricing from GMK for everything.
Organizing a launch day and all pertinent information associated with the launch. I will pop in and drop another update once that's completed.
D
Hey everyone. I have received pricing from GMK for everything.
Organizing a launch day and all pertinent information associated with the launch. I will pop in and drop another update once that's completed.
D
Hey everyone. I have received pricing from GMK for everything.
Organizing a launch day and all pertinent information associated with the launch. I will pop in and drop another update once that's completed.
D
I would just like to update you all on behalf of OP.
This group buy is going to be under way very soon on mechkeys.ca.
I have all the information & files required from the creator of the set - now I am working on the kit renders, one final IC as well as quotes from GMK. This group buy will happen!
Hey everyone. I have received pricing from GMK for everything.
Organizing a launch day and all pertinent information associated with the launch. I will pop in and drop another update once that's completed.
D
On the one hand I'm glad that this is finally going to drop soon, but I do worry about GMK Taro being in close proximity since the purple audience will be split.
Would it be possible to add a R3 PgUp and R4 PgDn for 65% layouts? There were some recent sets where GMK added this on their own during production because it's also used by their own recently-released C70 keyboard. If they're going to add it anyway, it would be good to know that before you start taking orders.
Would it be possible to add a R3 PgUp and R4 PgDn for 65% layouts? There were some recent sets where GMK added this on their own during production because it's also used by their own recently-released C70 keyboard. If they're going to add it anyway, it would be good to know that before you start taking orders.
It already has 65% support, its just a slighly different layout than that one.
Home
Pg Up
Pg Dwn
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but it has all 4 in the right profiles.
Which board is that on the render pics? :eek:
An arbitary one or does it exist?
almost there : https://mechkeys.ca/collections/group-buys/products/gmk-black-lotus-gb :D
almost there : https://mechkeys.ca/collections/group-buys/products/gmk-black-lotus-gb :Ddaddy like
almost there : https://mechkeys.ca/collections/group-buys/products/gmk-black-lotus-gb :D
My god, Gaijin on Black Lotus would be wet dream
Icon mods win. :thumb:
Icon mods win. :thumb:
:thumb:
can you update the render for the whole kit? ;D
also... I need split-spacebar :( so a spacebar kit would be nice :D
and please consider the Japanese kit. :-[
Icon mods win. :thumb:
:thumb:
can you update the render for the whole kit? ;D
also... I need split-spacebar :( so a spacebar kit would be nice :D
and please consider the Japanese kit. :-[
If there is weeb kit I'm buying like 3+ sets, wai you do dis
Icon mods win. :thumb:
:thumb:
can you update the render for the whole kit? ;D
also... I need split-spacebar :( so a spacebar kit would be nice :D
and please consider the Japanese kit. :-[
If there is weeb kit I'm buying like 3+ sets, wai you do dis
pls consider japanese kit!
Im considering an anime girl :thumb:Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/haxYvDB.jpg)
Looks great! But that HHKB backspace is a backslash... :(
I really hope you do an icon for HHKB backspace, either a left arrow like most GMK sets, or the actual backspace icon like GMK Terminal.
it's just the render, the actual kit will have Backspace icon, also R3 1.75u Control ;D
Im considering an anime girl :thumb:Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/haxYvDB.jpg)
that's even better :))Looks great! But that HHKB backspace is a backslash... :(
I really hope you do an icon for HHKB backspace, either a left arrow like most GMK sets, or the actual backspace icon like GMK Terminal.
it's just the render, the actual kit will have Backspace icon, also R3 1.75u Control ;D
Am I late already or this GB hasn't started yet? Pls send good news :eek: :))
Am I late already or this GB hasn't started yet? Pls send good news :eek: :))
Hasn't started yet
Looks like the previously posted Mechkeys GB link is gone now. Not sure if that means it's dead, they're updating it, or so sick of me refreshing that they took it down temporarily.
https://mechkeys.ca/collections/group-buys/products/gmk-black-lotus-gb (https://mechkeys.ca/collections/group-buys/products/gmk-black-lotus-gb)
Looks like the previously posted Mechkeys GB link is gone now. Not sure if that means it's dead, they're updating it, or so sick of me refreshing that they took it down temporarily.
https://mechkeys.ca/collections/group-buys/products/gmk-black-lotus-gb (https://mechkeys.ca/collections/group-buys/products/gmk-black-lotus-gb)
Or delayed to later date in the year, which I would really welcome with all the awesome GBs going on.
Is this still in the works? After missing Lazer, I think I will die if Black Lotus doesnt happen.
Is this still in the works? After missing Lazer, I think I will die if Black Lotus doesnt happen.
From my post like 3 replies up.
https://mechkeys.ca/pages/news
It's probably ded.
Alright, some of you may know me, many of you probably don't, mostly I just buy lots of keyboards, but I also am fairly active here and on discord (amnesia0287#2488, I'm on both the r\mk and topclack discords) and slack. I also have done some renders for a few people and worked with donutcat on NGE (still hoping this runs at some point :D).
I have been wanting to try my hand and running a gb, and so i have some (hopefully) good news, I have been talking to potatobot and he has agreed to work with me to run this set. The goal is to run the GB around mid to late September. The reason for this timing is simple, I plan to try and have enough money ready to buy at least like 50-75 sets if needed to push towards moq and i get a bonus around then. I also plan to setup a business and build a website to run the buy from and to find proxies for as many regions as I can; potatobot is currently planning to be a proxy for the philippines. I also just want to make sure we have the best kit possible.
My current plan is to setup a couple rounds of polls, the first just to establish what the general interest is and what keys/layouts/novelties/accents/modstyle are important to people, once I go through that I will put together some potential kit options and then do polls on those to lock it down. I'd like to offer as much coverage as possible, but I also very much want to keep prices reasonable to get as close to (or ideally reach) moq.
Any big changes like mod style would still be subject to approval by potatobot, but I still want to see where the interest lies. I also would very much like to try and run a hybrid hiragana alpha kit, it will NOT be the base kit tho. No bait and switch. I just really like how they look, so if there is interest I will pursue it, if not, oh well.
Anyway, I plan to try and have an update about the polls and stuff within the next week or so, but if anyone has any questions, let me know. I will still be responsive before then :P. I also need to check and see if he has pantones/ral colors locked in or if we still need to do that.
I plan to setup a site for the set, but for now this just redirects to a join link to a discord server I setup with a channel to discuss black lotus: http://gmkblacklotus.com/ (http://gmkblacklotus.com/)
Alright, some of you may know me, many of you probably don't, mostly I just buy lots of keyboards, but I also am fairly active here and on discord (amnesia0287#2488, I'm on both the r\mk and topclack discords) and slack. I also have done some renders for a few people and worked with donutcat on NGE (still hoping this runs at some point :D).
I have been wanting to try my hand and running a gb, and so i have some (hopefully) good news, I have been talking to potatobot and he has agreed to work with me to run this set. The goal is to run the GB around mid to late September. The reason for this timing is simple, I plan to try and have enough money ready to buy at least like 50-75 sets if needed to push towards moq and i get a bonus around then. I also plan to setup a business and build a website to run the buy from and to find proxies for as many regions as I can; potatobot is currently planning to be a proxy for the philippines. I also just want to make sure we have the best kit possible.
My current plan is to setup a couple rounds of polls, the first just to establish what the general interest is and what keys/layouts/novelties/accents/modstyle are important to people, once I go through that I will put together some potential kit options and then do polls on those to lock it down. I'd like to offer as much coverage as possible, but I also very much want to keep prices reasonable to get as close to (or ideally reach) moq.
Any big changes like mod style would still be subject to approval by potatobot, but I still want to see where the interest lies. I also would very much like to try and run a hybrid hiragana alpha kit, it will NOT be the base kit tho. No bait and switch. I just really like how they look, so if there is interest I will pursue it, if not, oh well.
Anyway, I plan to try and have an update about the polls and stuff within the next week or so, but if anyone has any questions, let me know. I will still be responsive before then :P. I also need to check and see if he has pantones/ral colors locked in or if we still need to do that.
I plan to setup a site for the set, but for now this just redirects to a join link to a discord server I setup with a channel to discuss black lotus: http://gmkblacklotus.com/ (http://gmkblacklotus.com/)
Alright, some of you may know me, many of you probably don't, mostly I just buy lots of keyboards, but I also am fairly active here and on discord (amnesia0287#2488, I'm on both the r\mk and topclack discords) and slack. I also have done some renders for a few people and worked with donutcat on NGE (still hoping this runs at some point :D).
I have been wanting to try my hand and running a gb, and so i have some (hopefully) good news, I have been talking to potatobot and he has agreed to work with me to run this set. The goal is to run the GB around mid to late September. The reason for this timing is simple, I plan to try and have enough money ready to buy at least like 50-75 sets if needed to push towards moq and i get a bonus around then. I also plan to setup a business and build a website to run the buy from and to find proxies for as many regions as I can; potatobot is currently planning to be a proxy for the philippines. I also just want to make sure we have the best kit possible.
My current plan is to setup a couple rounds of polls, the first just to establish what the general interest is and what keys/layouts/novelties/accents/modstyle are important to people, once I go through that I will put together some potential kit options and then do polls on those to lock it down. I'd like to offer as much coverage as possible, but I also very much want to keep prices reasonable to get as close to (or ideally reach) moq.
Any big changes like mod style would still be subject to approval by potatobot, but I still want to see where the interest lies. I also would very much like to try and run a hybrid hiragana alpha kit, it will NOT be the base kit tho. No bait and switch. I just really like how they look, so if there is interest I will pursue it, if not, oh well.
Anyway, I plan to try and have an update about the polls and stuff within the next week or so, but if anyone has any questions, let me know. I will still be responsive before then :P. I also need to check and see if he has pantones/ral colors locked in or if we still need to do that.
I plan to setup a site for the set, but for now this just redirects to a join link to a discord server I setup with a channel to discuss black lotus: http://gmkblacklotus.com/ (http://gmkblacklotus.com/)
Very much looking to see your influence add to the set, hirigana hype!
I hope there is interest in the hiragana just cause I think it fits well with this set and with the custom color, this is really the only time an alpha kit for the set would be viable.
But unless the base hits moq on its own, I don’t think I’d be able to push both through. Plus the extras would be much harder to sell than base kits.
Will have a better idea how likely it is once some polling is done.
I hope there is interest in the hiragana just cause I think it fits well with this set and with the custom color, this is really the only time an alpha kit for the set would be viable.
But unless the base hits moq on its own, I don’t think I’d be able to push both through. Plus the extras would be much harder to sell than base kits.
Will have a better idea how likely it is once some polling is done.
Sorry, life went on. Im back ;Di never lost faith
Sorry, life went on. Im back ;D
I did a quick render just to see the hiragana legends in the colors. Ignore the monochrome/mod type etc. it’s only for alphas. I’ll do better ones later. This is just what was setup.Inb4 everyone asks for mod kit with same base color as alphas. That actually looks really good.Show Image(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/447638344680341505/454325950444994587/123321123.png)
I did a quick render just to see the hiragana legends in the colors. Ignore the monochrome/mod type etc. it’s only for alphas. I’ll do better ones later. This is just what was setup.Show Image(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/447638344680341505/454325950444994587/123321123.png)
I did a quick render just to see the hiragana legends in the colors. Ignore the monochrome/mod type etc. it’s only for alphas. I’ll do better ones later. This is just what was setup.Show Image(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/447638344680341505/454325950444994587/123321123.png)
I did a quick render just to see the hiragana legends in the colors. Ignore the monochrome/mod type etc. it’s only for alphas. I’ll do better ones later. This is just what was setup.Show Image(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/447638344680341505/454325950444994587/123321123.png)
I did a quick render just to see the hiragana legends in the colors. Ignore the monochrome/mod type etc. it’s only for alphas. I’ll do better ones later. This is just what was setup.Show Image(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/447638344680341505/454325950444994587/123321123.png)
I did a quick render just to see the hiragana legends in the colors. Ignore the monochrome/mod type etc. it’s only for alphas. I’ll do better ones later. This is just what was setup.Show Image(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/447638344680341505/454325950444994587/123321123.png)
Do tons of geekhack users speak japanese or something?konichiwa
Do tons of geekhack users speak japanese or something?
Just surprised at the huge interest in the hiragana legends. I like anime but I don't type in Japanese? I guess they look coolIt's all aesthetic. Japanese people don't even use the sublegends on their keyboards. Everyone I know uses romaji input.
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I did a quick render just to see the hiragana legends in the colors. Ignore the monochrome/mod type etc. it’s only for alphas. I’ll do better ones later. This is just what was setup.Show Image(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/447638344680341505/454325950444994587/123321123.png)
Just surprised at the huge interest in the hiragana legends. I like anime but I don't type in Japanese? I guess they look coolThis isn’t surprising at all, the legends are beautiful and classic, and are offered on a lot of keycap sets. This set is inspired by an anime character as well, so theming aesthetics is also a factor even if romaji keyboards are more prevalent these days. And since it would be an optional alpha set it’s a win/win for everyone. =)
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I just realized that this IC has been going on for nearly 2 years, hopefully everything picks up and gets pushed through, I would absolutely love to see this set make it :)
I just realized that this IC has been going on for nearly 2 years, hopefully everything picks up and gets pushed through, I would absolutely love to see this set make it :)
I still believe that this community can make things happen :thumb:
I did a quick render just to see the hiragana legends in the colors. Ignore the monochrome/mod type etc. it’s only for alphas. I’ll do better ones later. This is just what was setup.Show Image(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/447638344680341505/454325950444994587/123321123.png)
This is a must have. Please drop this GB soonHahaha right? And here I just hope if we keep pinging this thread enough OP would somehow make it come to life haha
This is a must have. Please drop this GB soonHahaha right? And here I just hope if we keep pinging this thread enough OP would somehow make it come to life haha
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Damn sweet summer child. That is literally the best news we could've gotten. Just these past couple weeks I don't know what but my inner purple self just came out and I couldn't help lol. This set is gonna be an all in for me!This is a must have. Please drop this GB soonHahaha right? And here I just hope if we keep pinging this thread enough OP would somehow make it come to life haha
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Still being planned. Gonna just be lazy and make the survey with kle for the first round to save time.
Potatobot also asked me to see if zFrontier will be proxy, so gonna start figuring out how that works.
I was originally thinking mid sept, but I was expecting space cadet to run earlier so I might delay a few weeks to early/mid oct just to give people another paycheck or two to recover.
Also, to avoid PayPal issues, I may try and work with an established vendor like krelbit(he previously offered but I gotta check with him and make sure he’s still okay with it) to handle the payments (I’d still do the actual orders and shipping and stuff) since I won’t have a well enough established business account and I really wanna maximize how much I can put in myself.
I’ll try and update again before the end of the week. I’m also active on many of the discord’s, so feel free to hit me up on any of them or PM me.
That purple on black set had me interested
Any update?
cmon BREH
cmon BREH
bruh I swear to god,
megaforce eats the best...
I swear to god bruh.
Anyway, life came up, but I have lots of time today so I’m gonna make survey today. I’m not sure what I wanna use to send newsletters out, so I may just use a google form signup thing for that for now and then I can just add them all myself to whatever I use.
Any update? With all the hype I'm sure this set will blow it through easily. There's nothing to be worried about :p. I'd suggest leaving both the 3rd color options on the table and an extra weeb monochrome alphas as a separate kit. That would look dope!Any update?
We’ve been talking it over and are going to delay until late Jan/early Feb. I got my exact bonus numbers now and I can’t manage as many sets as would like to yet, and there are an insane number of GMK buys right now (especially Tokyo nights cause there is a degree of overlap there), too many coming, and holiday shopping season is upon us.
I’d rather wait until I can buy at least 50 sets as originally planned to keep the moq to 200 for the buy itself.
I also talked it over with potatobot and he is open to doing the hiragana alphas in the base and considering monochrome to keep the prices down (all black or lavender, no 3rd color). Im putting together a poll now to actually lock down kits and colors and stuff.
I also am looking for an artist to do some box art and stuff.
Anyway, I wanna lock down kits within the next month or so so we can get prices and I can try and setup proxies and such. I’d like to try and pick and announce a specific date by around November so people have 3 months to plan their spending.
I know this might not be the timeline people want to hear, but I rather wait and run it when success is more likely than run it now and fail and then try and justify another attempt.
Oh, and if anyone knows any good artists lemme know, I want some box art and some stuff for a website :P
I am 100% committed to running this buy tho, I need it lol. I just don’t think running it in Nov/Dec makes sense and Oct already looks nutty :O.
Oh also, I’m gonna try and cover as many layouts as I can think of in my survey, but if you have an obscure keyboard you want coverage for please reply here (soonish) so I can add it to the poll. Right now the only details that are really locked down are black, lavender, 9009 style modifiers, novelties for accel world (though the specific novelties and count could change).
Otherwise it’s all up in the air, 1 big kit, a few kits, weeb or English alphas (I personally think unless the support is overwhelmingly for weeb alphas, that English as the base still makes more sense), alternating or single color frow, sublegends on numpad, etc... so let’s here opinions. What do you want? What do you care about?
I will try to post the survey and start a mailing list by Sunday tho.
PS, my rendering capabilities are limited currently, but I plan to buy a full keyshot license on Black Friday so after that expect to see a lot more renders :p.
Any update? With all the hype I'm sure this set will blow it through easily. There's nothing to be worried about :p. I'd suggest leaving both the 3rd color options on the table and an extra weeb monochrome alphas as a separate kit. That would look dope!Any update?
We’ve been talking it over and are going to delay until late Jan/early Feb. I got my exact bonus numbers now and I can’t manage as many sets as would like to yet, and there are an insane number of GMK buys right now (especially Tokyo nights cause there is a degree of overlap there), too many coming, and holiday shopping season is upon us.
I’d rather wait until I can buy at least 50 sets as originally planned to keep the moq to 200 for the buy itself.
I also talked it over with potatobot and he is open to doing the hiragana alphas in the base and considering monochrome to keep the prices down (all black or lavender, no 3rd color). Im putting together a poll now to actually lock down kits and colors and stuff.
I also am looking for an artist to do some box art and stuff.
Anyway, I wanna lock down kits within the next month or so so we can get prices and I can try and setup proxies and such. I’d like to try and pick and announce a specific date by around November so people have 3 months to plan their spending.
I know this might not be the timeline people want to hear, but I rather wait and run it when success is more likely than run it now and fail and then try and justify another attempt.
Oh, and if anyone knows any good artists lemme know, I want some box art and some stuff for a website :P
I am 100% committed to running this buy tho, I need it lol. I just don’t think running it in Nov/Dec makes sense and Oct already looks nutty :O.
Oh also, I’m gonna try and cover as many layouts as I can think of in my survey, but if you have an obscure keyboard you want coverage for please reply here (soonish) so I can add it to the poll. Right now the only details that are really locked down are black, lavender, 9009 style modifiers, novelties for accel world (though the specific novelties and count could change).
Otherwise it’s all up in the air, 1 big kit, a few kits, weeb or English alphas (I personally think unless the support is overwhelmingly for weeb alphas, that English as the base still makes more sense), alternating or single color frow, sublegends on numpad, etc... so let’s here opinions. What do you want? What do you care about?
I will try to post the survey and start a mailing list by Sunday tho.
PS, my rendering capabilities are limited currently, but I plan to buy a full keyshot license on Black Friday so after that expect to see a lot more renders :p.
Just waiting until I have more firm info. Been bugging artisans and vendors about various things. Pretty sure it will be launching 2/15. I have next week off work so should have a much easier time really focusing on this. Work been crazy.Thanks a lot for your hard work. I deliberately skipped phantom just for this because I dig the black/dark purple color theme a whole lot more Can't wait!
Vendor decided yet? Is it gonna be through MD or proxy vendor?
Any chance of ortho and/or ergo support?
2/15 seems like a perfect time. I don't mind the wait as long as someone reminds me a couple weeks before so I can put away the funds for a set (or two). Was there any talk of a hiragana sublegend alpha kit? I would definitely throw money at that as well now that the tooling is already there.
I’m assuming no one has issues with the 2/15 date other than not wanting to wait tho? Seems far enough from Christmas that wallets can recover, and I figure it’s enough notice that even if it’s crazy like now it will be okay.
One thing I’m torn about is whether or not the novelties should go in the base kit. To whoever was asking above, there will probably be a black spacebar in the kit just to help keep quakemz sane.
The big decision is just how big a base kit to do and how many child kits we can manage without totally ruining all of their chances.
Anyway, I’ll mock up a few different kit variants and versions of the color way (2 color vs 3 color) etc. and then we can see what people think. Hopefully the majority all lean the same way.
Should have some updates soon. I’m on vacation next 2 weeks and I did burn all that money on Black Friday buying keyshot. There’s a few more caps I need to model and then I’m gonna render out a couple variants and see what people think.Any updates avail?
Schedule is tight the next day or two but then I have nothing for the next like 10 days.
One thing I’m torn about is whether or not the novelties should go in the base kit. To whoever was asking above, there will probably be a black spacebar in the kit just to help keep quakemz sane.
The big decision is just how big a base kit to do and how many child kits we can manage without totally ruining all of their chances.
Anyway, I’ll mock up a few different kit variants and versions of the color way (2 color vs 3 color) etc. and then we can see what people think. Hopefully the majority all lean the same way.
Should have some updates soon. I’m on vacation next 2 weeks and I did burn all that money on Black Friday buying keyshot. There’s a few more caps I need to model and then I’m gonna render out a couple variants and see what people think.Any updates avail?
Schedule is tight the next day or two but then I have nothing for the next like 10 days.
One thing I’m torn about is whether or not the novelties should go in the base kit. To whoever was asking above, there will probably be a black spacebar in the kit just to help keep quakemz sane.
The big decision is just how big a base kit to do and how many child kits we can manage without totally ruining all of their chances.
Anyway, I’ll mock up a few different kit variants and versions of the color way (2 color vs 3 color) etc. and then we can see what people think. Hopefully the majority all lean the same way.
Should have some updates soon. I’m on vacation next 2 weeks and I did burn all that money on Black Friday buying keyshot. There’s a few more caps I need to model and then I’m gonna render out a couple variants and see what people think.Any updates avail?
Schedule is tight the next day or two but then I have nothing for the next like 10 days.
One thing I’m torn about is whether or not the novelties should go in the base kit. To whoever was asking above, there will probably be a black spacebar in the kit just to help keep quakemz sane.
The big decision is just how big a base kit to do and how many child kits we can manage without totally ruining all of their chances.
Anyway, I’ll mock up a few different kit variants and versions of the color way (2 color vs 3 color) etc. and then we can see what people think. Hopefully the majority all lean the same way.
Had some family **** come up over the holidays so it’s delayed a few months, the upside is I’ve been able to save even more money :P.
I’ve been working on getting a business registered so I can get tax ids and open business shipping accounts and bank account and such.
Also didn’t expect deep space right now.
Anyway, I mainly just had to take a step away from keyboards for the last month or two so I’ve been inactive. I’ll try and update soon with something more meaningful.
It has passed almost a week, so any update avail now?Should have some updates soon. I’m on vacation next 2 weeks and I did burn all that money on Black Friday buying keyshot. There’s a few more caps I need to model and then I’m gonna render out a couple variants and see what people think.Any updates avail?
Schedule is tight the next day or two but then I have nothing for the next like 10 days.
One thing I’m torn about is whether or not the novelties should go in the base kit. To whoever was asking above, there will probably be a black spacebar in the kit just to help keep quakemz sane.
The big decision is just how big a base kit to do and how many child kits we can manage without totally ruining all of their chances.
Anyway, I’ll mock up a few different kit variants and versions of the color way (2 color vs 3 color) etc. and then we can see what people think. Hopefully the majority all lean the same way.
Had some family **** come up over the holidays so it’s delayed a few months, the upside is I’ve been able to save even more money :P.
I’ve been working on getting a business registered so I can get tax ids and open business shipping accounts and bank account and such.
Also didn’t expect deep space right now.
Anyway, I mainly just had to take a step away from keyboards for the last month or two so I’ve been inactive. I’ll try and update soon with something more meaningful.
Hope to join this GB someday.Someday....
Damn... Just realized that this set has been in IC since 2016 :))So sad.....
I'm thinking of dropping potatobot a pm and ask if I could pick this up and run it. The original designer seems likely to already abandon the project.
I'm thinking of dropping potatobot a pm and ask if I could pick this up and run it. The original designer seems likely to already abandon the project.
Haha. This set was one of the reason that got me into the hobby and monochrome black/purple was also one of the hook, so I am passionate about picking it up. My assumption is that I won't be hearing anything back from the original designer. If I pick up this set, my plan is to have everything custom colored. Most likely will order an Accel Word Black Lotus action figure from Japan and have it color matched to the RAL/Pantone booklet. All the novelties will get redesigned as well, as they all look very outdated to me.
3rd times a charm! Monochrome options pls! :p
Haha. This set was one of the reason that got me into the hobby and monochrome black/purple was also one of the hook, so I am passionate about picking it up. My assumption is that I won't be hearing anything back from the original designer. If I pick up this set, my plan is to have everything custom colored. Most likely will order an Accel Word Black Lotus action figure from Japan and have it color matched to the RAL/Pantone booklet. All the novelties will get redesigned as well, as they all look very outdated to me.
Haha. This set was one of the reason that got me into the hobby and monochrome black/purple was also one of the hook, so I am passionate about picking it up. My assumption is that I won't be hearing anything back from the original designer. If I pick up this set, my plan is to have everything custom colored. Most likely will order an Accel Word Black Lotus action figure from Japan and have it color matched to the RAL/Pantone booklet. All the novelties will get redesigned as well, as they all look very outdated to me.
3rd times a charm! Monochrome options pls! :p
I did a quick render just to see the hiragana legends in the colors. Ignore the monochrome/mod type etc. it’s only for alphas. I’ll do better ones later. This is just what was setup.Show Image(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/447638344680341505/454325950444994587/123321123.png)
I did a quick render just to see the hiragana legends in the colors. Ignore the monochrome/mod type etc. it’s only for alphas. I’ll do better ones later. This is just what was setup.Show Image(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/447638344680341505/454325950444994587/123321123.png)
Haha. This set was one of the reason that got me into the hobby and monochrome black/purple was also one of the hook, so I am passionate about picking it up. My assumption is that I won't be hearing anything back from the original designer. If I pick up this set, my plan is to have everything custom colored. Most likely will order an Accel Word Black Lotus action figure from Japan and have it color matched to the RAL/Pantone booklet. All the novelties will get redesigned as well, as they all look very outdated to me.
3rd times a charm! Monochrome options pls! :p
Haven't heard anything back, so I will just go ahead and start working on a reboot of this set starting next week. Some other respected members of our community will be working alongside with me on this project as well. A separate IC will go up once I got most of everything down the paper. Looking good!
Hmm I feel it would look better if the mods were a bit more muted. The contrast between the purple and the pink is a little weird imo. Just my 2 cents, it still looks nice.
Nay to weeb legends, yay to monochrome mod/alphas (as in Terminal/Skidata/etc style).
Nay to weeb legends, yay to monochrome mod/alphas (as in Terminal/Skidata/etc style).
or we can have both right?
I want to run this so bad!
Nay to weeb legends, yay to monochrome mod/alphas (as in Terminal/Skidata/etc style).
or we can have both right?
I want to run this so bad!
Nay to weeb legends, yay to monochrome mod/alphas (as in Terminal/Skidata/etc style).
or we can have both right?
I want to run this so bad!
I'd rather the weeb legends have their own kit, I believe the set has enough pull to make it work that way (prices are really not bad considering GMK already owns the moulds thanks to Laser) without imposing the alternative alphabet on base but this is your set, I'll understand and respect the decision either way. Glad to see you active!
Hyyyyyyyyyyyyype!!!!!!!!Nay to weeb legends, yay to monochrome mod/alphas (as in Terminal/Skidata/etc style).
or we can have both right?
I want to run this so bad!
I'd rather the weeb legends have their own kit, I believe the set has enough pull to make it work that way (prices are really not bad considering GMK already owns the moulds thanks to Laser) without imposing the alternative alphabet on base but this is your set, I'll understand and respect the decision either way. Glad to see you active!
I cant say i own the set coz everyone has been contributing to make it better. The more kits for everyone the better, but lets stay realistic on that note.
Ive been reaching out to several vendors lately, hope we could get a good slot. :thumb:
Hi everyone!
We have successfully secured a spot on TKC for a group buy.
Confirmed kits as of this posting:
Monochrome base
Hiragana alphas
Purple modifiers
Novelties
40% kit
Spacebar
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Hi everyone!ILY
We have successfully secured a spot on TKC for a group buy.
Confirmed kits as of this posting:
Monochrome base
Hiragana alphas
Purple modifiers
Novelties
40% kit
Spacebar
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We are still in the process of finalizing the kits for renders.Hi everyone!
We have successfully secured a spot on TKC for a group buy.
Confirmed kits as of this posting:
Monochrome base
Hiragana alphas
Purple modifiers
Novelties
40% kit
Spacebar
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Do you know where we can look at the updated kits and updated renders?
Hi everyone!
We have successfully secured a spot on TKC for a group buy.
Confirmed kits as of this posting:
Monochrome base
Hiragana alphas
Purple modifiers
Novelties
40% kit
Spacebar
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Hi Everyone! Jason here, chiming in. We are pleased to announce we will be heading off the group buy on GMK Black Lotus. Tentative date for launch is August 2019 due to many projects in our pipeline! Thank you for all of your interest and feedback!
Get the word out on this set, looks like another guy is trying to launch a set that looks almost exactly like this one!
Lastly, those that were wondering, we will of course be including keys to accommodate the CandyBar (https://thekey.company/collections/candybar)!
Hi Everyone! Jason here, chiming in. We are pleased to announce we will be heading off the group buy on GMK Black Lotus. Tentative date for launch is August 2019 due to many projects in our pipeline! Thank you for all of your interest and feedback!
Get the word out on this set, looks like another guy is trying to launch a set that looks almost exactly like this one!
Lastly, those that were wondering, we will of course be including keys to accommodate the CandyBar (https://thekey.company/collections/candybar)!
Can't wait !! Hoping to see updated renders soon : ) !!!
So damn stoked!Hi Everyone! Jason here, chiming in. We are pleased to announce we will be heading off the group buy on GMK Black Lotus. Tentative date for launch is August 2019 due to many projects in our pipeline! Thank you for all of your interest and feedback!
Get the word out on this set, looks like another guy is trying to launch a set that looks almost exactly like this one!
Lastly, those that were wondering, we will of course be including keys to accommodate the CandyBar (https://thekey.company/collections/candybar)!
Can't wait !! Hoping to see updated renders soon : ) !!!
Im going on vacation with the whole family end of this week. Hope to get some headway on the kit finalization and get some renders in progress by then. At worst, third week of may.
Hi Everyone! Jason here, chiming in. We are pleased to announce we will be heading off the group buy on GMK Black Lotus. Tentative date for launch is August 2019 due to many projects in our pipeline! Thank you for all of your interest and feedback!
Get the word out on this set, looks like another guy is trying to launch a set that looks almost exactly like this one!
Lastly, those that were wondering, we will of course be including keys to accommodate the CandyBar (https://thekey.company/collections/candybar)!
Hi Everyone! Jason here, chiming in. We are pleased to announce we will be heading off the group buy on GMK Black Lotus. Tentative date for launch is August 2019 due to many projects in our pipeline! Thank you for all of your interest and feedback!
Get the word out on this set, looks like another guy is trying to launch a set that looks almost exactly like this one!
Lastly, those that were wondering, we will of course be including keys to accommodate the CandyBar (https://thekey.company/collections/candybar)!
Really excited at the news, though I will riot if the purple mods don't reach MOQ.You and me both my man!
Really excited at the news, though I will riot if the purple mods don't reach MOQ.Black alphas and purple mods is the only reason I am interested in this. If they fail to reach MOQ it would be a sad day for sure.
Really excited at the news, though I will riot if the purple mods don't reach MOQ.
Really excited at the news, though I will riot if the purple mods don't reach MOQ.Black alphas and purple mods is the only reason I am interested in this. If they fail to reach MOQ it would be a sad day for sure.
Really excited at the news, though I will riot if the purple mods don't reach MOQ.You and me both my man!
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Hi Everyone! Jason here, chiming in. We are pleased to announce we will be heading off the group buy on GMK Black Lotus. Tentative date for launch is August 2019 due to many projects in our pipeline! Thank you for all of your interest and feedback!
Get the word out on this set, looks like another guy is trying to launch a set that looks almost exactly like this one!
Lastly, those that were wondering, we will of course be including keys to accommodate the CandyBar (https://thekey.company/collections/candybar)!
I agree, monochrome base kit makes absolutely no sense and basically ignores 2.5 years of the interest check. May just skip and go for GMK First Love.
Also, claiming that such comments belong to a vocal minority without having any facts about the percentage of people that feel that way sounds simply like someone who wants to get their way. I won't buy this keyset if the base set isn't as originally planned, and I, obviously, would like to get my own way, but wouldn't pretend to know what is or isn't the popular opinion, without a poll or something(...)
(...)So, it would be really easy for me to claim that I know what the popular sentiment is, even if I don't. But I will, at the very least, case a vote for purple mods in the bases kit.
First things first, is the monochrome render even released yet?
Everyone saying it will make MOQ with the MC but we dont even really know what to expect yet...
So saying that it will sell more as MC is pure speculation.
First things first, is the monochrome render even released yet?
Everyone saying it will make MOQ with the MC but we dont even really know what to expect yet...
So saying that it will sell more as MC is pure speculation.
Stick with the original idea because as MC it's not really Black Lotus anyways, and should probably have a different name vs piggy backing off a IC that had alot of popularity.
GMK black lotus go go goTkc slot availability is going to be on august :)
Definitely in
I want to know when will the gb open?
GMK black lotus go go goTkc slot availability is going to be on august :)
Definitely in
I want to know when will the gb open?
If were lucky we could bump it a few weeks earlier.
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Wow, no purple mods?
Im probably out in that case. (See you over at GMK First Love.)
gl with the gb.
GMK black lotus go go goTkc slot availability is going to be on august :)
Definitely in
I want to know when will the gb open?
If were lucky we could bump it a few weeks earlier.
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Do we have any info on potential proxies yet?
There would still be purple modifiers in the child kits.
So.. monochrome base. Purple mods child kit. Are we getting hiragana sublegends in a child kit too?
Let me preface this by saying I love the set. What I don't like is that it sounds like I'm going to have to drop between $250 and $300 to get the kit as portrayed in the 3 year interest check, based on recent TKC GBs. I'm not sure if I like it THAT much.
So.. monochrome base. Purple mods child kit. Are we getting hiragana sublegends in a child kit too?
Yes, hiragana would also be available. :D
I just feel like its p lame that this has been in IC for a long time an now switching the original plan to cater to a new set...I know right.. people will always say "ooh pretty renders" when new ones are posted. They put up that hiragana render and 1 page of reactions later they change the entire project.
So.. monochrome base. Purple mods child kit. Are we getting hiragana sublegends in a child kit too?
Yes, hiragana would also be available. :D
Sounds like you guys need to unshuffle things... Original base kit with purple mods. And a monochrome hiragana sublegened child kit eg. SA Pulse and Mitolet. Don't make me buy 4 kits to have everything.
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Do note that both the modifier and legend colors on the base kits are going to be custom GMK colors.
We are still waiting the cost from GMK, but thats one of the main reasons we want to break the original base into child kits.
Might be a good idea to update the original post, if possible, with renders not including the purple mods. At first glance its hard to find this info without digging.
Also the yellow text in the OP is almost unreadable on Geekhack light theme.
for me the proposed monochrome version is not particularly interesting and would be easy to pass on with no regrets. the original renders with the purple mods, however, those are the reason for following this thread for so long - much more compelling and basically a must-buy.
for me the proposed monochrome version is not particularly interesting and would be easy to pass on with no regrets. the original renders with the purple mods, however, those are the reason for following this thread for so long - much more compelling and basically a must-buy.
I'll be supporting this set either way it goes. Mono Mods + Hiragana lezgoo!
Hi everyone,Icon mods are great!
It was decided by myself and TKC (the official vendor) to run this set with the monochrome base. We believe it has the most probability of hitting MOQ for this to run smoothly. Ideally, we want to run the base set as cheap as possible while retaining the basic essence of the keyset design.
I was very hesitant at first because this set has been my baby for the past two years and ive seen the idea copied not only once but several times, but i am very thankful for the ones who have followed this set from the very beginning. I will ensure that purple on the renders would definately match the final mods and anyone who would buy the purple modifer kit would be very satisfied.
As for the modifiers, icon mods it is.Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/haxYvDB.jpg)
Mono mods are...boring though. I prefer colored mods way more as they add a nice accent to the kit and make the keyset pop. Look at striker, it was close to not meeting MOQ up until the end. Then look at all of the sets that have been extremely successful that run with colored mods. Bento, Space Cadet, Nautilus, Olivia, Taro, and many others that have been super successful. It's a bummer that you'll need to buy mods separately if you want colored ones.
Hi everyone,Icon mods are great!
It was decided by myself and TKC (the official vendor) to run this set with the monochrome base. We believe it has the most probability of hitting MOQ for this to run smoothly. Ideally, we want to run the base set as cheap as possible while retaining the basic essence of the keyset design.
I was very hesitant at first because this set has been my baby for the past two years and ive seen the idea copied not only once but several times, but i am very thankful for the ones who have followed this set from the very beginning. I will ensure that purple on the renders would definately match the final mods and anyone who would buy the purple modifer kit would be very satisfied.
As for the modifiers, icon mods it is.Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/haxYvDB.jpg)
Mono mods are...boring though. I prefer colored mods way more as they add a nice accent to the kit and make the keyset pop. Look at striker, it was close to not meeting MOQ up until the end. Then look at all of the sets that have been extremely successful that run with colored mods. Bento, Space Cadet, Nautilus, Olivia, Taro, and many others that have been super successful. It's a bummer that you'll need to buy mods separately if you want colored ones.
Will keep watching this but the separate color mods makes it harder to pick it up. I'd recommend changing the photos, too, as right now when you come to the IC page it seems like it's still colored mods.
To the people complaining about mono mods: do you know that GMK First Love exists?
Why can’t the people who want mono, purchase Black Lotus, and the people who want colored mods, purchase First Love? If you must have the shade of purple in Black Lotus, then the colored mod kit is for you for an extra fee. It’s not that complicated people.
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Hi everyone,Icon mods are great!
It was decided by myself and TKC (the official vendor) to run this set with the monochrome base. We believe it has the most probability of hitting MOQ for this to run smoothly. Ideally, we want to run the base set as cheap as possible while retaining the basic essence of the keyset design.
I was very hesitant at first because this set has been my baby for the past two years and ive seen the idea copied not only once but several times, but i am very thankful for the ones who have followed this set from the very beginning. I will ensure that purple on the renders would definately match the final mods and anyone who would buy the purple modifer kit would be very satisfied.
As for the modifiers, icon mods it is.Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/haxYvDB.jpg)
Mono mods are...boring though. I prefer colored mods way more as they add a nice accent to the kit and make the keyset pop. Look at striker, it was close to not meeting MOQ up until the end. Then look at all of the sets that have been extremely successful that run with colored mods. Bento, Space Cadet, Nautilus, Olivia, Taro, and many others that have been super successful. It's a bummer that you'll need to buy mods separately if you want colored ones.
Will keep watching this but the separate color mods makes it harder to pick it up. I'd recommend changing the photos, too, as right now when you come to the IC page it seems like it's still colored mods.
Agreed. Assuming the decision to run the base kit with mono-mods stands, I will most likely skip this one.
To the people complaining about mono mods: do you know that GMK First Love exists?
Why can’t the people who want mono, purchase Black Lotus, and the people who want colored mods, purchase First Love? If you must have the shade of purple in Black Lotus, then the colored mod kit is for you for an extra fee. It’s not that complicated people.
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A pretty simple we were here first. There are many of us who have been waiting on the original(non-monochrome) version for years. First Love was late April '19. It feels a lot like a bait-and-switch for the ones that have tried to keep this alive with interest.
To the people complaining about mono mods: do you know that GMK First Love exists?
Why can’t the people who want mono, purchase Black Lotus, and the people who want colored mods, purchase First Love? If you must have the shade of purple in Black Lotus, then the colored mod kit is for you for an extra fee. It’s not that complicated people.
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First things first, is the monochrome render even released yet?
Everyone saying it will make MOQ with the MC but we dont even really know what to expect yet...
So saying that it will sell more as MC is pure speculation.
Stick with the original idea because as MC it's not really Black Lotus anyways, and should probably have a different name vs piggy backing off a IC that had alot of popularity.Show Image(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/447638344680341505/454325950444994587/123321123.png)
It was made a little while back, I think this is what started the monochrome requests. While I will be picking up both sets of modifiers for this set, I don't know how smart it is to go the purple mod in base route just because First Love exists (whether you agree with that or not). It seems like that one is going to run and it would be nice to have a differentiation that will allow this set to succeed without having to directly compete. Either way, this set has my full support.
Honestly, I think you guys should do a strawpoll on reddit or something about the monochrome vs purple mods to gauge the actual level of interest for each. I say reddit because this site has users with a bias toward purple mods given the age of this thread, whereas most reddit-only users probably forgot this exists.This, exactly.
WilySouser also brings up something to consider IMO: there is a chance the base kit itself could fail MOQ from people pulling out if the purple mods don't make MOQ. I certainly don't mean this as a threat but I can confirm I would be another to pull out of the drop if the purple mods won't make it, and I would not be surprised if others feel the same. And I know everyone here fully believes in this set, but it's a bit disingenuous to say "well if you like the purple mods just buy the mod kit" because there is a very real chance they won't make it. Even Skiidata's orange mods failed and that's a more popular colorway. Honestly, even the main kit itself could be a challenge to reach MOQ since it needs 250, purple mods or no - not even Massdrop's influence makes a 250 MOQ a given these days.
All that said, I completely respect the right of the GB runners to do what they need to make the set a success/better in the eyes of the majority, even if it's not something I'll be interested in. For instance if that supposed poll comes back 90-10 in favor of monochrome mods then so be it, those of us in favor or purple mods would either need to change our view or move on.
BTW what is the plan for the accent keys with monochrome mods? Traditionally with a 2-color set you just invert them for the accent, but the original idea here was the light purple. Which will be used?
Check out the OP for updates!Ooooooh yes that is the base I've been dreaming of!
Answer this poll afterwards: https://linkto.run/p/TZ5PZ3DN :thumb:
Check out the OP for updates!No R2 2U keys for compatibility with the Candy Bar? Was really hoping to see compatibility keys for TheKeyClub keyboards since the GB was running through them.
Answer this poll afterwards: https://linkto.run/p/TZ5PZ3DN :thumb:
Check out the OP for updates!No R2 2U keys for compatibility with the Candy Bar? Was really hoping to see compatibility keys for TheKeyClub keyboards since the GB was running through them.
Answer this poll afterwards: https://linkto.run/p/TZ5PZ3DN :thumb:
Will there be an option for a monochrome add-on?
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The CandyBar top row is R2 and has the option for a 2U backspace or 2x 1U. Some newer sets like SA Laser and others have started including R2 2U backspace keys in child/compatibility kits. I know it's tough because you're trying to include as much as possible in the base kit but I was hoping since TKC was running this set they would include all the caps to support their layoutsCheck out the OP for updates!No R2 2U keys for compatibility with the Candy Bar? Was really hoping to see compatibility keys for TheKeyClub keyboards since the GB was running through them.
Answer this poll afterwards: https://linkto.run/p/TZ5PZ3DN :thumb:
you mean the 1.75U for the enter key? if its only 1 key, we could add it onto the base and not change the pricing so much. Ill have to confirm with TKC first.
The CandyBar top row is R2 and has the option for a 2U backspace or 2x 1U. Some newer sets like SA Laser and others have started including R2 2U backspace keys in child/compatibility kits. I know it's tough because you're trying to include as much as possible in the base kit but I was hoping since TKC was running this set they would include all the caps to support their layoutsCheck out the OP for updates!No R2 2U keys for compatibility with the Candy Bar? Was really hoping to see compatibility keys for TheKeyClub keyboards since the GB was running through them.
Answer this poll afterwards: https://linkto.run/p/TZ5PZ3DN :thumb:
you mean the 1.75U for the enter key? if its only 1 key, we could add it onto the base and not change the pricing so much. Ill have to confirm with TKC first.
I thought this changed to a monochrome set. I guess it reverted back :(. I love the monochrome version a lot more.
Regarding the spacebar kit - GMK now has the moulds for convex 2.75 and 2.25 r4, only one that's left that would still be concave will be the 1.75.Are they working on that tho?
Are they working on that tho?
I’ll skip on this if it has the purple mods. Filled out the form.Because we prefer the modifier colors on this set over the colors on First Love. And this set is actually entering a GB after a 3-year wait since the original post and First Love isn't. Why not go ask for a monochrome set in the First Love thread while they're still in IC?
I still don’t get the fuss over this set having purple mods when you can just get in on First Love
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I’ll skip on this if it has the purple mods. Filled out the form.Because we prefer the modifier colors on this set over the colors on First Love. And this set is actually entering a GB after a 3-year wait since the original post and First Love isn't. Why not go ask for a monochrome set in the First Love thread while they're still in IC?
I still don’t get the fuss over this set having purple mods when you can just get in on First Love
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If this set doesn’t have mono mods, I will be asking on First Love.
Have always been interested in this set -- the only gripe I have right now is a SINGLE key... would it be much to request a change?
Can we change the 1.5u R2 Backspace for HHKB icon from the [X] to a regular backspace left arrow? So basically...
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For Icon Mods, the centered [X] icon does not fit, in my opinion, and it is also a deprecated icon.
I’ll skip on this if it has the purple mods. Filled out the form.It has purple mods coz that was the original concept of this keyset. It was here in this thread that everyone else agreed this combination of colors was going to make a really good GMK keyset.
I still don’t get the fuss over this set having purple mods when you can just get in on First Love
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Thanks for that input, i wasnt sure myself so I used the box one initially.Have always been interested in this set -- the only gripe I have right now is a SINGLE key... would it be much to request a change?
Can we change the 1.5u R2 Backspace for HHKB icon from the [X] to a regular backspace left arrow? So basically...
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For Icon Mods, the centered [X] icon does not fit, in my opinion, and it is also a deprecated icon.
+1
I don't personally really mind the box backspace but the other one is just categorically better.
Would it be possible to add an R3 PgUp and R4 PgDn (to support the Tada68, Whitefox, Massdrop Alt, Uniqey C70, and any other 65% that uses it in the far right column)?I have included those in the base :)
This combination of purples with black looks WAY better together than first love to me, that's why I was upset when it started to cater to changing its original set for the other set.. I'm glad the run with the original mods looks like it will be happening, add the monochrome kits as they still do look nice an it's a win win, but the set def needs what the original render has, it's just tooI’ll skip on this if it has the purple mods. Filled out the form.It has purple mods coz that was the original concept of this keyset. It was here in this thread that everyone else agreed this combination of colors was going to make a really good GMK keyset.
I still don’t get the fuss over this set having purple mods when you can just get in on First Love
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We still open to having monochrome, we want to add more kits if possible but this has to be based on the right amount of demand. I dont get why you have to be to negative about it tho.
Finally, GMK first love is not GMK black lotus, it wasnt even mentioned as an inspiration even tho they look very similar compared to the other sets mentioned. Dont get me wrong, i love all purple keysets, but these two are not the similar shades of purple. This colorway was consistently based on the theme from the start, you may check it on the op.
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any info about the possible GB date?We have the august slot on TKC :)
Would it be possible to add an R3 PgUp and R4 PgDn (to support the Tada68, Whitefox, Massdrop Alt, Uniqey C70, and any other 65% that uses it in the far right column)?I have included those in the base :)
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I would be in for the monochrome mods as well. My interest in this set was piqued when the mods were changed to the purp on black as the colors seemed perfectly matched for a black board.
I would be in for the monochrome mods as well. My interest in this set was piqued when the mods were changed to the purp on black as the colors seemed perfectly matched for a black board.
+1 for a monochrome kit.
I’ll skip on this if it has the purple mods. Filled out the form.It has purple mods coz that was the original concept of this keyset. It was here in this thread that everyone else agreed this combination of colors was going to make a really good GMK keyset.
I still don’t get the fuss over this set having purple mods when you can just get in on First Love
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We still open to having monochrome, we want to add more kits if possible but this has to be based on the right amount of demand. I dont get why you have to be to negative about it tho.
Finally, GMK first love is not GMK black lotus, it wasnt even mentioned as an inspiration even tho they look very similar compared to the other sets mentioned. Dont get me wrong, i love all purple keysets, but these two are not the similar shades of purple. This colorway was consistently based on the theme from the start, you may check it on the op.
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we want to add more kits if possible
we want to add more kits if possible
Any chance for moving ISO and/or Numpad to a seperate kit(s)?
The JPY symbol in the Weebo kit is money.
Comparing the JP legends to those of Striker/Serika, the less than/comma keycap seems to be missing some kind of backtick legend. Is that because the R1 tilde keycap already has the usual backtick one? Are those backticks actually different symbols?
Results of the poll have been very positive.
Monochrome is pulling good numbers too!
What else would you like to buy with this monochrome kit? share your response in this link: http://www.strawpoll.me/18159507 (http://www.strawpoll.me/18159507)
Hmm this is basically a combination of tkl + extensions.. this has been implemented with gmk laser's blocknet iirc.Results of the poll have been very positive.
Monochrome is pulling good numbers too!
What else would you like to buy with this monochrome kit? share your response in this link: http://www.strawpoll.me/18159507 (http://www.strawpoll.me/18159507)
I think keeping the amount of keys to a smaller amount is a good idea, however there are some things that are key of course - stepped caps, WKL/HHKB/etc bottom row support (4x 1.5u, at least 2x 1u), split backspace and split r-shift (1.75 + 1u, maybe another 2.25).
I'm sure there's something important missing but that's what came to mind right away.
Results of the poll have been very positive.Oh, is it supposed to be limited to only 1 option?
Monochrome is pulling good numbers too!
Here is a mockup of the monochrome kit that we want to include.Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/tuIKlXy.png)
What else would you like to buy with this monochrome kit? share your response in this link: http://www.strawpoll.me/18159507 (http://www.strawpoll.me/18159507)
Hmm this is basically a combination of tkl + extensions.. this has been implemented with gmk laser's blocknet iirc.
which pantone is used for the dark color?GMK advised me to use the Ral chart instead. Its close to RAL 4007, but i have to confirm once i get actual samples that are being GMK.
thanks! what is the color code for the black/grey colorwhich pantone is used for the dark color?GMK advised me to use the Ral chart instead. Its close to RAL 4007, but i have to confirm once i get actual samples that are being GMK.
Ill update you guys when it arrives :)
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Its just GMK CR black or the regular black in their colorwheel.thanks! what is the color code for the black/grey colorwhich pantone is used for the dark color?GMK advised me to use the Ral chart instead. Its close to RAL 4007, but i have to confirm once i get actual samples that are being GMK.
Ill update you guys when it arrives :)
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Its just GMK CR black or the regular black in their colorwheel.thanks! what is the color code for the black/grey colorwhich pantone is used for the dark color?GMK advised me to use the Ral chart instead. Its close to RAL 4007, but i have to confirm once i get actual samples that are being GMK.
Ill update you guys when it arrives :)
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Its just GMK CR black or the regular black in their colorwheel.thanks! what is the color code for the black/grey colorwhich pantone is used for the dark color?GMK advised me to use the Ral chart instead. Its close to RAL 4007, but i have to confirm once i get actual samples that are being GMK.
Ill update you guys when it arrives :)
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Thats good to know, considering the renders in the OP are a grey-black - and even though I like them, it might be worth updating the renders to reflect how the set will actually look. Coincidentally this is basically the opposite change GMK First Love made, going from black to a grey-black (as seen in the first post of that thread.)
For example, here is the op render:Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/2qfWB9E.png)
VS. a possibly more accurate GOK render from his 7v thread:Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/KTwI5wF.png)
Imgur image links was broken which are on first post - check please
7u space on the weeb alphas kit would be nice. HHKB layout support on monochrome kit would also be sweet.+1
7u space on the weeb alphas kit would be nice. HHKB layout support on monochrome kit would also be sweet.
7u space on the weeb alphas kit would be nice. HHKB layout support on monochrome kit would also be sweet.
The monochrome mod kit just needs to be fleshed out a bit in general. I think it should have about the same coverage as the extra mods in the base kit minus the numpad and iso related keys, tbh. You should be able to cover the typical layouts between 60% and 75% with the monochrome + weeb kits just like you could with the base kit. There seems to be a large amount of interest in the monochrome variation of this set and I think it's coverage should be supported a little better to give it a good chance just like the base kit has. I don't think anyone interested in the monochrome and weeb kits would mind paying extra for more well rounded coverage because they will likely be used essentially as their own separate base kit. At least, that is how I see it as someone who is interested in all the kits.
For reference, I'm mostly talking about the keys I surrounded in red + a 1.75u shift and I could take or leave the stepped caps to be honest. I know I tend to ramble, but please consider expanding the coverage offered by the monochrome kit. It would match nicely with the weeb kit, as a whole new feel from the base set. Maybe even with a few lavender highlights. I just think it could use a little more support.
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While I agree that the monochrome kit is very lacking, I am leaning towards following the keys offered in blocknet from gmk laser. I have these keys and while they couldnt cover an entire 75% keyboard, i am confident it can cover atleast 65%. I will be making a mockup for you guys to check out when i am able to. Just need to review some layouts to ensure compatibility to 65%.
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what do you think?
The MTG novelties could use a lot of help. The mockups for the mana symbols don't seem to be vector, and it gives them a very sloppy appearance. The lines are all squiggly, like they were drawn on a napkin. The Tap symbol isn't oriented correctly, the Sun symbol is unbalanced, and the Skull seems to be drooping or tilting to one side. I'd love to see brand new, cleaner designs for these. The Black Lotus symbol is great though, if the mana symbols could be that clean and tight I think it would look much, much better.
The classic font Death Touch is fantastic, and the Black Lotus symbol itself is perfect.
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The MTG novelties could use a lot of help. The mockups for the mana symbols don't seem to be vector, and it gives them a very sloppy appearance. The lines are all squiggly, like they were drawn on a napkin. The Tap symbol isn't oriented correctly, the Sun symbol is unbalanced, and the Skull seems to be drooping or tilting to one side. I'd love to see brand new, cleaner designs for these. The Black Lotus symbol is great though, if the mana symbols could be that clean and tight I think it would look much, much better.
The classic font Death Touch is fantastic, and the Black Lotus symbol itself is perfect.
Just took an look at the updated kits and the colors look great. Unfortunately it looks like there are still quite a few missing keys that break compatibility with 40s and I'm not sure if it's too late to add them. Things like R3 1.25 Tab, R3 1.75 Enter, R2 1.75 and 2U Backspaces.
Hoping these can be included somehow to work with 40s (especially TheKeyCompany's CandyBar). I'm planning to buy the Base, Spacebars, and Novelties for my CandyBar but without the right caps it won't work. I don't know if it's feasible to add them to the base kit or split some things out into a 40s/compatibility kit but I'm hopeful TKC can help make this happen like they have for other sets they have sold.
You've been doing great work on this and I'm excited to see what the final MTG Novelties look like! Keep the momentum going and this set will sell well.
I don't think he's posted final renders yet. The old ones are still missing some keys he said he'd add (R3 PgUp and R4 PgDn are the ones I'm keeping an eye on).
Thanks! Will keep you posted on that candy bar support. :)(https://emojipedia-us.s3.dualstack.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/thumbs/72/google/146/smiling-face-with-heart-shaped-eyes_1f60d.png)
Would it be possible to add an R3 PgUp and R4 PgDn (to support the Tada68, Whitefox, Massdrop Alt, Uniqey C70, and any other 65% that uses it in the far right column)?I have included those in the base :)
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I don't think he's posted final renders yet. The old ones are still missing some keys he said he'd add (R3 PgUp and R4 PgDn are the ones I'm keeping an eye on).
I think I already replied that it is already supported but its an r2 PgUp and r3 PgDn for 65-75% keyboards, please correct me if im wrong tho.
Im sorry about not being specific.Would it be possible to add an R3 PgUp and R4 PgDn (to support the Tada68, Whitefox, Massdrop Alt, Uniqey C70, and any other 65% that uses it in the far right column)?I have included those in the base :)
Sent from my ELE-L29 using TapatalkI don't think he's posted final renders yet. The old ones are still missing some keys he said he'd add (R3 PgUp and R4 PgDn are the ones I'm keeping an eye on).
I think I already replied that it is already supported but its an r2 PgUp and r3 PgDn for 65-75% keyboards, please correct me if im wrong tho.
Okay. That's not what you said a couple of weeks ago. Quoted here for your reference.
is that the final layout for the monochrome mods? :confused:
crossing fingers for a blocknet esq mono mods kit!!
Hi, would you consider your base kit spacebar to have that light violet color, the same as your enter and esc key?Theres a spacebar kit for that
Thanks
Any chance to add a black 7u to the monochrome kit like GMK Pulse? :)Hey, the 7u spacebar is in the base kit.
Any chance to add a black 7u to the monochrome kit like GMK Pulse? :)Hey, the 7u spacebar is in the base kit.
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Any chance to add a black 7u to the monochrome kit like GMK Pulse? :)Hey, the 7u spacebar is in the base kit.
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I assume he's asking for people who are only considering getting a mono/web setup and not buying a base kit
Are there any renders yet?
Which part of the kit is this dark purple supposed to be? I don't see anything like it in the kits (I could just be blind :p)Its the mods. Uhm actually not very accurate with my photos coz im not taking it with natural light.
I must be blind, where does that purple come in to play?Which part of the kit is this dark purple supposed to be? I don't see anything like it in the kits (I could just be blind :p)Its the mods. Uhm actually not very accurate with my photos coz im not taking it with natural light.
We also have another option thats a tad bit lighter, but i prefer the contrast of this purple to the legend colors.
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Hey guys. Let me compare both shades of purple mods and tell me which one is closer to Deep space coz i have seen the actual keys yet.Is that darker one the same as the one you posted earlier? This is definitely where my confusion came from if so, btw the darker one looks like it would sit with the lavender very very nicelyShow Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190709/4d0aa5f8183c4424828b6ecb1d4f2a82.jpg)Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190709/06886c4bb281096e4ab9862c16cd196f.jpg)Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190709/224da6697fd984c5339ec04626a5e1e3.jpg)
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Yes it is the very same one. I was taking it in the evening and there was no natural light. Sorry my bad for confusing you guys.Hey guys. Let me compare both shades of purple mods and tell me which one is closer to Deep space coz i have seen the actual keys yet.Is that darker one the same as the one you posted earlier? This is definitely where my confusion came from if so, btw the darker one looks like it would sit with the lavender very very nicelyShow Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190709/4d0aa5f8183c4424828b6ecb1d4f2a82.jpg)Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190709/06886c4bb281096e4ab9862c16cd196f.jpg)Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190709/224da6697fd984c5339ec04626a5e1e3.jpg)
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Would you consider the novelty enter key to be color swapped? Like the lilac as the main color and the purple as the legend. It's like how GMK First Love is with it's novelty enter key.Sorry, it has already been set this way because its the original color combination which makes it unique also :)
If you're taking those pictures with your phone, you should put the keys on a piece of white paper since phones will automatically try to correct the white balance based on the closet thing to white in the picture. What I mean is that if you take a picture of GMK Carbon with nothing else in frame, it'll colorize the picture so that the alphas look white since it thinks they're supposed to be. But if you throw in a piece of paper, the alphas will look pretty accurate. Some pics showing the difference:Yeah, i took that photo at night time and the lighting inside my room sucks.Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/sd0xRe5.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/fBESGQy.jpg)
Obviously the general lighting still makes a difference as to what it will look like in a given person's home, but that second picture is actually pretty accurate to what I see looking at my keyboard.
BTW that darker purple is closer to what I expected the mods to look like.
Would you consider the novelty enter key to be color swapped? Like the lilac as the main color and the purple as the legend. It's like how GMK First Love is with it's novelty enter key.Sorry, it has already been set this way because its the original color combination which makes it unique also :)
Lilac keys - black legends
Purple keys - lilac legends
Black keys - lilac legends
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Clearly i wasnt reading this properly. I was replying on the go.Would you consider the novelty enter key to be color swapped? Like the lilac as the main color and the purple as the legend. It's like how GMK First Love is with it's novelty enter key.Sorry, it has already been set this way because its the original color combination which makes it unique also :)
Lilac keys - black legends
Purple keys - lilac legends
Black keys - lilac legends
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Ah my bad, I meant Lilac keys - black legends for the enter key instead of Purple keys - lilac legends! Just like the base kit enter key
Clearly i wasnt reading this properly. I was replying on the go.Would you consider the novelty enter key to be color swapped? Like the lilac as the main color and the purple as the legend. It's like how GMK First Love is with it's novelty enter key.Sorry, it has already been set this way because its the original color combination which makes it unique also :)
Lilac keys - black legends
Purple keys - lilac legends
Black keys - lilac legends
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Ah my bad, I meant Lilac keys - black legends for the enter key instead of Purple keys - lilac legends! Just like the base kit enter key
Anyways, scratch my previous answer.
I wouldnt consider changing but rather adding it to the set as a whole.
If that doesnt work out well with the pricing. We work it out with a poll.
Ill make mockups of both options aswell.
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Hey everyone, just wanted to share where we started off with the novelties.
Gen1: GMK tooling wasnt considered when making the designShow Image(https://i.imgur.com/soD3pPx.jpg)
Gen (I lost count): Simplified version (im testing out the ral color which are converted to hex)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/G2porn1.png)
also sharing the first banderole draft :)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/QqzpKCD.jpg)
Hey everyone, just wanted to share where we started off with the novelties.
Gen1: GMK tooling wasnt considered when making the designShow Image(https://i.imgur.com/soD3pPx.jpg)
Gen (I lost count): Simplified version (im testing out the ral color which are converted to hex)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/G2porn1.png)
also sharing the first banderole draft :)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/QqzpKCD.jpg)
any chance for a 1.5u r2 backspace in the monochrome kit? was planning on running the base with monochrome mods in a hhkb layout...
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any chance for a 1.5u r2 backspace in the monochrome kit? was planning on running the base with monochrome mods in a hhkb layout...
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+1 for this pls!
Also the bottom R3 row is supposed to be R4 right?
In the monochrome kit, is there any chance of adding in a black ISO enter?
Hmm, any chance for a 1.5u r2 backspace in the monochrome kit? Was planning on running the base with monochrome mods in a hhkb layout...
Edit: An example of good coverage would be the Midnight mods from GMK Metropolis (https://i.imgur.com/3XWCrPv.png) sans the numpad bits.
One is stepped the other is not.Hmm, any chance for a 1.5u r2 backspace in the monochrome kit? Was planning on running the base with monochrome mods in a hhkb layout...
Edit: An example of good coverage would be the Midnight mods from GMK Metropolis (https://i.imgur.com/3XWCrPv.png) sans the numpad bits.
+1
1.5u R2 Backspace is a must-have alongside R3 1.75u Control, please.
Can we also change Win to Sys/System? Thought it would suit more to the Accel World systems
Edit:
There's two R3 caps lock in the monochrome kit...is this a mistake?
any chance for a 1.5u r2 backspace in the monochrome kit? was planning on running the base with monochrome mods in a hhkb layout...
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+1 for this pls!
Also the bottom R3 row is supposed to be R4 right?
Added and fixed :)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/yh9MFOk.png)In the monochrome kit, is there any chance of adding in a black ISO enter?
hmm, ill have to review this one.
My Take on this is that, the more extensive the monochrome KIT, the higher the price. It will get to a point where it would be more viable to have another extension monochrome kit to be more affordable.
any chance for a 1.5u r2 backspace in the monochrome kit? was planning on running the base with monochrome mods in a hhkb layout...
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+1 for this pls!
Also the bottom R3 row is supposed to be R4 right?
Added and fixed :)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/yh9MFOk.png)In the monochrome kit, is there any chance of adding in a black ISO enter?
hmm, ill have to review this one.
My Take on this is that, the more extensive the monochrome KIT, the higher the price. It will get to a point where it would be more viable to have another extension monochrome kit to be more affordable.
There is already a 7u spacebar in the Base kit. Why do you need it again in the monochrome kit?
One is stepped the other is not.Hmm, any chance for a 1.5u r2 backspace in the monochrome kit? Was planning on running the base with monochrome mods in a hhkb layout...
Edit: An example of good coverage would be the Midnight mods from GMK Metropolis (https://i.imgur.com/3XWCrPv.png) sans the numpad bits.
+1
1.5u R2 Backspace is a must-have alongside R3 1.75u Control, please.
Can we also change Win to Sys/System? Thought it would suit more to the Accel World systems
Edit:
There's two R3 caps lock in the monochrome kit...is this a mistake?
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Seconded. I'm normally an advocate for a 1.75u control but imo it just looks weird with icon mods. A stepped and normal caps would work just fine.any chance for a 1.5u r2 backspace in the monochrome kit? was planning on running the base with monochrome mods in a hhkb layout...
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+1 for this pls!
Also the bottom R3 row is supposed to be R4 right?
Added and fixed :)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/yh9MFOk.png)In the monochrome kit, is there any chance of adding in a black ISO enter?
hmm, ill have to review this one.
My Take on this is that, the more extensive the monochrome KIT, the higher the price. It will get to a point where it would be more viable to have another extension monochrome kit to be more affordable.
There is already a 7u spacebar in the Base kit. Why do you need it again in the monochrome kit?
Its just something to consider, also some other GMK monochrome kits have them.One is stepped the other is not.Hmm, any chance for a 1.5u r2 backspace in the monochrome kit? Was planning on running the base with monochrome mods in a hhkb layout...
Edit: An example of good coverage would be the Midnight mods from GMK Metropolis (https://i.imgur.com/3XWCrPv.png) sans the numpad bits.
+1
1.5u R2 Backspace is a must-have alongside R3 1.75u Control, please.
Can we also change Win to Sys/System? Thought it would suit more to the Accel World systems
Edit:
There's two R3 caps lock in the monochrome kit...is this a mistake?
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Im weighing the importance of a stepped capslock (symbol) vs a dedicated "control" 1.5 key. I personally think the current setup is workable even for HHKB users.
Black Lotus (AW) engraving w/ purple infill on matte black alu RAMA cap...oh man that'd be really awesome.
any chance for a 1.5u r2 backspace in the monochrome kit? was planning on running the base with monochrome mods in a hhkb layout...
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+1 for this pls!
Also the bottom R3 row is supposed to be R4 right?
Added and fixed :)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/yh9MFOk.png)In the monochrome kit, is there any chance of adding in a black ISO enter?
hmm, ill have to review this one.
My Take on this is that, the more extensive the monochrome KIT, the higher the price. It will get to a point where it would be more viable to have another extension monochrome kit to be more affordable.
any chance for a 1.5u r2 backspace in the monochrome kit? was planning on running the base with monochrome mods in a hhkb layout...
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+1 for this pls!
Also the bottom R3 row is supposed to be R4 right?
Added and fixed :)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/yh9MFOk.png)In the monochrome kit, is there any chance of adding in a black ISO enter?
hmm, ill have to review this one.
My Take on this is that, the more extensive the monochrome KIT, the higher the price. It will get to a point where it would be more viable to have another extension monochrome kit to be more affordable.
Im not sure that adding a single key would make it that much more expensive.
We did a test recently with a full GMK set. With ISO UK (145 keys total) and without (136 keys total). GMK Came back with a 4 euro difference. That was at an MOQ of 150...
So how expensive is that novelty kit expected to be? I feel like 20 keys is gonna be a huge amount of money; maybe just going with the R4 keys and Enters might be best.
How many keys are we at? Bit concerned about bloat and price.
Doesnt sound like we are on track for an August gb.
I'm not asking about novelty cost from a personal perspective, I'm just hoping that they'll reach MOQ given some people will already be putting extra money toward the mono mods.
So, I see GMK Night Runner is up on TKC, and I don't see Black Lotus in the Upcoming Releases section... are they going to run two sets this month? Are there any new developments or some glitch on the site?
Is this still planned for August? Any plans for renders before it goes live?
People be thirsty, this better reflect on the amount of kits sold once it does go into GB. I understand it's been a long time coming, I've been here from the start, but the constant "so it's august?" "not august?" "when launch?" "maybe not august" "looks delayed" "when is august" posts are clogging up the thread in a manner that I personally find not only unnecessary but also pretty distasteful.
Might just be me.
People be thirsty, this better reflect on the amount of kits sold once it does go into GB. I understand it's been a long time coming, I've been here from the start, but the constant "so it's august?" "not august?" "when launch?" "maybe not august" "looks delayed" "when is august" posts are clogging up the thread in a manner that I personally find not only unnecessary but also pretty distasteful.
Might just be me.
People be thirsty, this better reflect on the amount of kits sold once it does go into GB. I understand it's been a long time coming, I've been here from the start, but the constant "so it's august?" "not august?" "when launch?" "maybe not august" "looks delayed" "when is august" posts are clogging up the thread in a manner that I personally find not only unnecessary but also pretty distasteful.Definitely just you.
Might just be me.
I think it's just folks trying to prioritize their keeb funds with all the GBs running... August is the new April in terms of tons of GBs running. For me, it's absolutely the case that I can't afford every run of every keyset and every board, but Black Lotus is absolutely on the list of sets I want to pick up.
It is just you. I find posts like this unnecessary and distasteful.
Hmm, any updates on this?
Now that Night Runner is done on TKC... Will we see some movement for BL?So, I see GMK Night Runner is up on TKC, and I don't see Black Lotus in the Upcoming Releases section... are they going to run two sets this month? Are there any new developments or some glitch on the site?Is this still planned for August? Any plans for renders before it goes live?
Just got word from TKC that nightrunner got a bit delayed which will also affect the schedule of Black lotus by a few weeks(TBD).
Renders are still on the works but we will ensure they are done properly before we post them in the website :D
This set is not running the same time as first love.
Delays with the prior set on TKC moved the timeline for this keyset.
For all those who remained passionate about this keyset design, we promise to offer the best deals & kits you've been waiting for.
Next update will be with the final renders and launch date :)
This set is not running the same time as first love.Sounds good, please don't let this die, I an many will be very very sad.
Delays with the prior set on TKC moved the timeline for this keyset.
For all those who remained passionate about this keyset design, we promise to offer the best deals & kits you've been waiting for.
Next update will be with the final renders and launch date :)
This set is not running the same time as first love.
Delays with the prior set on TKC moved the timeline for this keyset.
For all those who remained passionate about this keyset design, we promise to offer the best deals & kits you've been waiting for.
Next update will be with the final renders and launch date :)
aaaaaannnnnyyyyyy updates avail?
Not trying to beef or flame, but 3 years in IC and god awfully slow updates has been a huge knock against this set. Look on the IC page -- the purple/black GMK void is now being filled and this set keeps getting delayed. I fear for this set hitting MOQ at this point (and this is the best black/purple set imo).
I dont think this will have an issue hitting moq with the right marketing in the right placesNot trying to beef or flame, but 3 years in IC and god awfully slow updates has been a huge knock against this set. Look on the IC page -- the purple/black GMK void is now being filled and this set keeps getting delayed. I fear for this set hitting MOQ at this point (and this is the best black/purple set imo).
I truly understand your sentiments. I share the same frustrations aswell. But timing has always been against this set, its also pretty difficult to coordinate with individuals who live on the other side of the world to make this work.
Thank you for praising this design/keyset colorway. Eventhough there are GMK sets left and right, I would still push this colorway/design to be made. If GMK wont hit MOQ, Ill try with another manufacturer and another.
I dont think this will have an issue hitting moq with the right marketing in the right placesNot trying to beef or flame, but 3 years in IC and god awfully slow updates has been a huge knock against this set. Look on the IC page -- the purple/black GMK void is now being filled and this set keeps getting delayed. I fear for this set hitting MOQ at this point (and this is the best black/purple set imo).
I truly understand your sentiments. I share the same frustrations aswell. But timing has always been against this set, its also pretty difficult to coordinate with individuals who live on the other side of the world to make this work.
Thank you for praising this design/keyset colorway. Eventhough there are GMK sets left and right, I would still push this colorway/design to be made. If GMK wont hit MOQ, Ill try with another manufacturer and another.
This is black lotus an I'm very sure that there are alot that arent vocal here that are lurking an waiting for this to drop, our only other option shouldnt be first love.
Heres to hoping that it runs sometime soon
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It might help to update the original post to reflect any current changes in timeline. We have renders of this set on our new board and I get asked almost daily whether Black Lotus ran in August or not. People see that and think they missed the GB.
It might help to update the original post to reflect any current changes in timeline. We have renders of this set on our new board and I get asked almost daily whether Black Lotus ran in August or not. People see that and think they missed the GB.
Thanks for the heads up :)
any chance the mod keys would be black and purple like this?Please see WIP on OP :)
https://www.google.com/search?biw=1468&bih=950&tbm=isch&sxsrf=ACYBGNTr4K1X_8PyeYzLr9C7uJDiSl5Whg%3A1573626035388&sa=1&ei=s6DLXfG2F9imwgPXsrfgDA&q=kyuu+sakura+edition&oq=kyuu+sakura+&gs_l=img.3.0.35i39.8649.10919..11470...0.0..2.590.2017.0j7j1j5-1......0....1..gws-wiz-img.......0i67j0j0i8i30j0i24j0i10i24.cBz0CeXgudU#imgrc=iMKfYkitrajzpM:
Any eta? This will be very popular whenever its run, just gonna remind whoever is in charge of that. If youre worried about something, dont be. The is the best purple set ever.
Still upcoming in TKC, any plans?+1
My money wants to go to in your wallet :D
Hi everyone,
TKC will be making an announcement within the month, if they dont you know where to reach them aswell, so for now please enjoy this holiday season with your families and friends :D
Best wishes,
-Potatobot
Lol based on those words, it seems like a major announcement is coming up on tkc, most likely related to when it will finally be run. Take a chill pill dude...Hi everyone,
TKC will be making an announcement within the month, if they dont you know where to reach them aswell, so for now please enjoy this holiday season with your families and friends :D
Best wishes,
-Potatobot
I just hope you realize how terribly run this IC was. In three years, nothing has happened with this set aside from you and TKC gas-lighting the people interested in this set with continuous "more info coming soon" posts. And once again, we get another "more info coming within the month." If you're not going to run this set, and if TKC can't actually step up and say one ****ing thing about it, then please release the colors and novelties to someone who actually cares.
For the sake of the set, I urge YOU, potatobot, and the VENDOR, TKC, to please actually ****ing ENGAGE with the community.
Lol based on those words, it seems like a major announcement is coming up on tkc, most likely related to when it will finally be run. Take a chill pill dude...Hi everyone,
TKC will be making an announcement within the month, if they dont you know where to reach them aswell, so for now please enjoy this holiday season with your families and friends :D
Best wishes,
-Potatobot
I just hope you realize how terribly run this IC was. In three years, nothing has happened with this set aside from you and TKC gas-lighting the people interested in this set with continuous "more info coming soon" posts. And once again, we get another "more info coming within the month." If you're not going to run this set, and if TKC can't actually step up and say one ****ing thing about it, then please release the colors and novelties to someone who actually cares.
For the sake of the set, I urge YOU, potatobot, and the VENDOR, TKC, to please actually ****ing ENGAGE with the community.
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Hi everyone,
TKC will be making an announcement within the month, if they dont you know where to reach them aswell, so for now please enjoy this holiday season with your families and friends :D
Best wishes,
-Potatobot
I just hope you realize how terribly run this IC was. In three years, nothing has happened with this set aside from you and TKC gas-lighting the people interested in this set with continuous "more info coming soon" posts. And once again, we get another "more info coming within the month." If you're not going to run this set, and if TKC can't actually step up and say one ****ing thing about it, then please release the colors and novelties to someone who actually cares.
For the sake of the set, I urge YOU, potatobot, and the VENDOR, TKC, to please actually ****ing ENGAGE with the community.
lol, It seems to be a vaporware :<Half-Life Alyx has a release date, so maybe there's hope for this set too.
Maybe will it come with Half-Life 3?
I'm just glad this is going forward. I remember checking this out the first time I came to geekhack in 2017Ditto, looks like there is hope!
Hi everyone,
TKC will be making an announcement within the month, if they dont you know where to reach them aswell, so for now please enjoy this holiday season with your families and friends :D
Best wishes,
-Potatobot
This IC is already in preschool by now.
Has this set been released yet?
Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/jOA0J9O.png)
It says April 2020, but I'll believe it when I'll see it
Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/jOA0J9O.png)
It says April 2020, but I'll believe it when I'll see it
Looks like the modifiers were changed. I wonder what else might've been changed too.Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/jOA0J9O.png)
It says April 2020, but I'll believe it when I'll see it
is the information like kit, renders the most updated on 1st post
Cannot really catch up with it since so many information
updated the OP :DShow Image(https://i.imgur.com/fq2xiCM.png)
ne eu vendor or am I blindSecond this question..
ne eu vendor or am I blindSecond this question..
There will be an EU vendor, TKC will be announcing this soon. :thumb:
As for other concerns on the kit, we have already discussed most of it and it will up to their team to finalize which will be approved.
There will be an EU vendor, TKC will be announcing this soon. :thumb:
As for other concerns on the kit, we have already discussed most of it and it will up to their team to finalize which will be approved.
Wasn't there initially a "Burst link" enter keycap ?
As someone who really enjoyed AW, I was planning to just get the novelty pack, as I already have more keycap sets than keyboards...
I'm less of a MTG fan, so having a "Deathtouch" and a "Burst link" keycap would have been nice.
There will be an EU vendor, TKC will be announcing this soon. :thumb:Will there be an Asia/Oceania vendor as well?
As for other concerns on the kit, we have already discussed most of it and it will up to their team to finalize which will be approved.
There will be an EU vendor, TKC will be announcing this soon. :thumb:
As for other concerns on the kit, we have already discussed most of it and it will up to their team to finalize which will be approved.
not sure if these have been brought up but:
- weabo alphas should have an extra tab, as this would mean you can cover 2 boards if you buy that and the base
- any reason as to why the shift and enter 1u's in 40s are text when the icon moulds exist?
What color is the black used is it CR? I would only get the 40s kit for the spacebars, and if it's CR, I already have Hiney's GMK OG Spacekeys set, and don't need those particular caps again.
I'd like to know if the black used is GMK CR too.
iirc this IC page used to say it will be CR.
Awfully quiet for a set slated to launch in the next few days. Any updates on the kits?I think that's why its quiet, the kits seem to be final even though they dont really make sense =(
Awfully quiet for a set slated to launch in the next few days. Any updates on the kits?I think that's why its quiet, the kits seem to be final even though they dont really make sense =(
Awfully quiet for a set slated to launch in the next few days. Any updates on the kits?
If they're trying to update kits and get quotes from GMK, GMK's response time delays are going to cause complications.
Mito has things show up to drop with a week's notice. Other places usually dont. Sorta think we're more than 2 weeks out here.
Hopefully r2 'Out' and r3 'Read' have been changed to something most people would actually end up using? pg up and pg down, for instance
Was there even a discussion about adding those keys to the kit in the first place, or is it a thekeycompany pandering arbitrarily to their specific boards type of thing?
Hopefully r2 'Out' and r3 'Read' have been changed to something most people would actually end up using? pg up and pg down, for instance
Was there even a discussion about adding those keys to the kit in the first place, or is it a thekeycompany pandering arbitrarily to their specific boards type of thing?