[url=https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=108831.0][img]https://i.imgur.com/cPBFbUx.png[/img]Nice workHey! I'm aware GMK Wasabi is similar to my design but I've gone through color matching and found a different, more brighter, and neon ish color to fit my Aurora theme and to be different from wasabi. I do also not provide any sub-legendsShow Image(https://i.imgur.com/djqpRuh.jpg)
Nice workHey! I'm aware GMK Wasabi is similar to my design but I've gone through color matching and found a different, more brighter, and neon ish color to fit my Aurora theme and to be different from wasabi. I do also not provide any sub-legendsShow Image(https://i.imgur.com/djqpRuh.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/F3nVjWB.png)
nice gmk terminalAlso color matched with gmk terminal to make it different.
Nice workHey! I'm aware GMK Wasabi is similar to my design but I've gone through color matching and found a different, more brighter, and neon ish color to fit my Aurora theme and to be different from wasabi. I do also not provide any sub-legendsShow Image(https://i.imgur.com/djqpRuh.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/F3nVjWB.png)
After doing my matching with other sets I found big enough differences to not reach out to the other creators because I felt like that was not needed. If this is something you take to heart and do not like, feel free to send me a direct message and we can talk this through
So if I wanted to run Wasabi with no subs, I'd be ripping you off now?
Would have been proper of you to be like, hey doing this.. But who cares about being proper, right?
Lol didn't know wasabi or whatever was the owner of green on black. Nice set btw, love the novelties.I understand he can see similarities, but claiming a colorway is different. I appreciate your support!
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My issue with you is more along the lines of the fact that you run a designer discord, and have written up a guide to IC's, yet you couldn't do a quick DM, and been like hey I'm running this. I do not claim colorway ownership, let's calm down. There is a proper way to conduct yourself though, considering the double-edged sword you are putting out into the hobby.Don't want any misunderstanding nor arguments going. But I do not own any sort of designer discord, but you are right. Contacting you is something I should've done beforehand!
My issue with you is more along the lines of the fact that you run a designer discord, and have written up a guide to IC's, yet you couldn't do a quick DM, and been like hey I'm running this. I do not claim colorway ownership, let's calm down. There is a proper way to conduct yourself though, considering the double-edged sword you are putting out into the hobby.Small correction I own the designer discord and run it and I wrote the guide.
I won't be joining as I don't like GMK caps, but I think the green you've chosen is super nice.Terminal was green on dark grey, bro.
I'd like to see Sour's patent for the concept of green on black, especially since as pointed out, Terminal existed first.
N9 is just light black and I will stand by that opinionI won't be joining as I don't like GMK caps, but I think the green you've chosen is super nice.Terminal was green on dark grey, bro.
I'd like to see Sour's patent for the concept of green on black, especially since as pointed out, Terminal existed first.
I like the concept and I like the way the set looks, but I don't feel like the set reflects the theme. Given the name "Aurora Borealis" I honestly was expecting shades of green, blue, and purple.Hey! The set is self will be fairly basic, but with the additional deskmats (working on an illustrated one) where the assents will bring the theme even further. But thanks for the heads up on the sheets, will fix!Show Image(https://media.irishpost.co.uk/uploads/2020/09/23152426/GettyImages-1177141282.jpg)
You may also want to fix your form, currently you can only select one additional kit you'd like to see addedShow Image(https://i.imgur.com/jnpfK69.png)
Blowing this way out of proportion. When I ran a set that looked like other sets, I reached out to let them know. Not see the IC, be surprised by it, and screw other designers. Terminal was green on grey. These are both green on black. So slightly more similar. Would have been nice and respectful to get a little DM. Not a big ask.
Me and Sour have talked in DM's and we've fixed the situation. No difficulties and I'll keep on with the set :thumb:Blowing this way out of proportion. When I ran a set that looked like other sets, I reached out to let them know. Not see the IC, be surprised by it, and screw other designers. Terminal was green on grey. These are both green on black. So slightly more similar. Would have been nice and respectful to get a little DM. Not a big ask.
With all due respect, you also could have sent a little DM instead of calling out someone on a public forum.
I agree with dklein, there are not enough colors in this set to portray auroras. Even a blue or purple accent kit will fix that tho, so gl with the run :)Thanks for the feedback. I've gotten some requests to bring in more colors. So will be looking into adding an accent kit with fitting colors!
N9 is just light black and I will stand by that opinionI won't be joining as I don't like GMK caps, but I think the green you've chosen is super nice.Terminal was green on dark grey, bro.
I'd like to see Sour's patent for the concept of green on black, especially since as pointed out, Terminal existed first.
Aka GMK Hammerheadfairly big difference
I like the concept and I like the way the set looks, but I don't feel like the set reflects the theme. Given the name "Aurora Borealis" I honestly was expecting shades of green, blue, and purple.Show Image(https://media.irishpost.co.uk/uploads/2020/09/23152426/GettyImages-1177141282.jpg)
You may also want to fix your form, currently you can only select one additional kit you'd like to see addedShow Image(https://i.imgur.com/jnpfK69.png)
Well first off, while I am not really a buyer because GMK, but great work once again S3LQ.
While I agree with dklein, I also feel like the real deal for the theme would be a gradient set :)
Working on an accent kit, got some renders ready but need to work a bit more on the colors!I like the concept and I like the way the set looks, but I don't feel like the set reflects the theme. Given the name "Aurora Borealis" I honestly was expecting shades of green, blue, and purple.Show Image(https://media.irishpost.co.uk/uploads/2020/09/23152426/GettyImages-1177141282.jpg)
You may also want to fix your form, currently you can only select one additional kit you'd like to see addedShow Image(https://i.imgur.com/jnpfK69.png)Well first off, while I am not really a buyer because GMK, but great work once again S3LQ.
While I agree with dklein, I also feel like the real deal for the theme would be a gradient set :)
I feel like this set is just asking for gradient legends, even just different shades of green if you were particularly attached to the color. As it stands right now, there just isn't enough color for it to be based on auroras in my opinion
Working on an accent kit, got some renders ready but need to work a bit more on the colors!
I like the concept and I like the way the set looks, but I don't feel like the set reflects the theme. Given the name "Aurora Borealis" I honestly was expecting shades of green, blue, and purple.Show Image(https://media.irishpost.co.uk/uploads/2020/09/23152426/GettyImages-1177141282.jpg)
You may also want to fix your form, currently you can only select one additional kit you'd like to see addedShow Image(https://i.imgur.com/jnpfK69.png)
I like the concept and I like the way the set looks, but I don't feel like the set reflects the theme. Given the name "Aurora Borealis" I honestly was expecting shades of green, blue, and purple.Working on adding a purple/pink ish color and maybe a blue ish color to an additional accent kit!Show Image(https://media.irishpost.co.uk/uploads/2020/09/23152426/GettyImages-1177141282.jpg)
You may also want to fix your form, currently you can only select one additional kit you'd like to see addedShow Image(https://i.imgur.com/jnpfK69.png)
I agree with dkline, I'd like to see maybe purple or blue colours, I'm not sure how though. Either way this set looks great!
My issue with you is more along the lines of the fact that you run a designer discord, and have written up a guide to IC's, yet you couldn't do a quick DM, and been like hey I'm running this. I do not claim colorway ownership, let's calm down. There is a proper way to conduct yourself though, considering the double-edged sword you are putting out into the hobby.
Kinda of reminds me of dcs midnight.
Why are all the nice minimal-looking sets all dark-color based :(Make sure to fill out the form with the request of a light base. Going through all feedback and taking everything into consideration!
Love the color choice. But don't love the black base.
I feel like a deep navy similar to GMK Deep navy's color would have been a much better color choice than black.Would have been too similar to GMK Hammerhead, that's deep navy alphas with similar green/teal legends
How about the deep green for mods in base kit, I think the base kit does not represent enough the aurora vide, still need some color-transitions? :D Also, lighter color accents would be better imo, lighter purple for example would suit aurora more.i do agree than in their current state the accents do not look interesting to me, with lighter colors they would be although to me the green look perfect, just that the purple and blue are not vivid enough to match it.
Working on adding a gradient colorway, will replace the current accent kit!How about the deep green for mods in base kit, I think the base kit does not represent enough the aurora vide, still need some color-transitions? :D Also, lighter color accents would be better imo, lighter purple for example would suit aurora more.i do agree than in their current state the accents do not look interesting to me, with lighter colors they would be although to me the green look perfect, just that the purple and blue are not vivid enough to match it.
Working on adding a gradient colorway, will replace the current accent kit!How about the deep green for mods in base kit, I think the base kit does not represent enough the aurora vide, still need some color-transitions? :D Also, lighter color accents would be better imo, lighter purple for example would suit aurora more.i do agree than in their current state the accents do not look interesting to me, with lighter colors they would be although to me the green look perfect, just that the purple and blue are not vivid enough to match it.
A mod kit with 5 colors, even stock, is still gonna be...105 USD or up? More?This is mainly a consept to show the gradient, an additional gradient base kit instead of the mod kit is for sure something that will be taken into considoration. Aware of the cost with the amount of colors in the kit, so need to figure something out!
I own DSA borealis and love it. Why not lean in, do a whole gradient base kit?
That gradient is nice! Great jobCheers, checking the interest around the kit before we make any final decision!
I see a second ~` key and also a second |\ key in the base kit with the same color of those already in the main layout. I propose changing the color of those second keys to the accent color. It may create some new impression for the vibe. Also, a single-color mods with the color different than black-lightgreen, maybe a color of transition from black to light green would be good as well imo. Anyway, thanks for making good keyset, I bought your evil dolch, I will definitely buy this too :thumb:That gradient is nice! Great jobCheers, checking the interest around the kit before we make any final decision!
I see a second ~` key and also a second |\ key in the base kit with the same color of those already in the main layout. I propose changing the color of those second keys to the accent color. It may create some new impression for the vibe. Also, a single-color mods with the color different than black-lightgreen, maybe a color of transition from black to light green would be good as well imo. Anyway, thanks for making good keyset, I bought your evil dolch, I will definitely buy this too :thumb:That gradient is nice! Great jobCheers, checking the interest around the kit before we make any final decision!
nice new colorsYes! There is a 2u shift, the colors seem to work better. But we are still working on it. With the number of colors used, the price will be fairly high. So still working on this!
and there seem to be a 2u shift, just next to the right one...
The gradient mods kit will need an extra R4 1u Fn key in the bottom row color.That will be fixed, need to do a few adjustments to the gradient kit!
Hi there, very cool set ya got there! I wanted to take a moment and offer a few feedback notes.Thanks for taking your time to to some investigation and bring out some feedback! This feedback will be taken into consideration!
There are a few experimental changes some ortholinear users are throwing around to make base GMK kits a bit more ortho friendly (and ultimately cut back on the number of total keys).
- Change R2 PgUp to R2 Out
- Change R3 PgDn/PgUp to R3 Read or Data
- Change R4 End/PgDn to R4 Read or Data
Currently, you have 14 navigation keys in the base kit. Providing a few "generic" options will allow you to cut back the total number of keys, creating a smaller, leaner base kit. Further, these changes support richer ortholinear coverage (Planck, Preonic) without sacrificing much. In fact, you can cut two keys!
I understand that these alterations to existing keys may prove controversial for many 65% users who depend on correctly labelled keycaps for navigation purposes. However, be the change you want to see. I think this is worth brining up in an IC, even if the answer is a resounding no.
Thanks for your time and consideration. GLWIC!
The special mods look great. I wish they were just the base mods. I feel like they fit the theme much better than just the two tone you have going in the base.
Looking at those Alice renders has me wishing the extra B was in the base kit but most people don't kit that way so no big deal there.
ok i have a genuine questionRead the thread, this exact question was answered/discussed several times. Additionally, we can ask the same question of keysets like gmk terminal, dcs midnight, etc. Nobody has a patent on green on black.Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/djqpRuh.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/6h1Fzf3.png)
how are these two things different
Nice workHey! I'm aware GMK Wasabi is similar to my design but I've gone through color matching and found a different, more brighter, and neon ish color to fit my Aurora theme and to be different from wasabi. I do also not provide any sub-legendsShow Image(https://i.imgur.com/djqpRuh.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/F3nVjWB.png)
Nice workHey! I'm aware GMK Wasabi is similar to my design but I've gone through color matching and found a different, more brighter, and neon ish color to fit my Aurora theme and to be different from wasabi. I do also not provide any sub-legendsShow Image(https://i.imgur.com/djqpRuh.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/F3nVjWB.png)
Puddsy click on these images in the quote if you don't to look for it
There is differences and we've gone through this. I've also been in talk with the designer behind GMK Wasabi and I'm fully allowed to run this set. No need to take it further, thanks!Nice workHey! I'm aware GMK Wasabi is similar to my design but I've gone through color matching and found a different, more brighter, and neon ish color to fit my Aurora theme and to be different from wasabi. I do also not provide any sub-legendsShow Image(https://i.imgur.com/djqpRuh.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/F3nVjWB.png)
Puddsy click on these images in the quote if you don't to look for it
idk man it's close
set looks nice, filled out a form. would like a 2nd base kit that includes those gradient mods!I second this :), otherwise people who want the gradient mods will have to buy it separately, resulting in a redundant mods base with no alpha to use....
I don't think we will be offering a second basekit, regarding we'd need a full gradient basekit with 6-8 colors, the price would be fairly high and we'd probably have to base at a higher moq which results in it being hard to sell out, when we run two bases at the same time.set looks nice, filled out a form. would like a 2nd base kit that includes those gradient mods!I second this :), otherwise people who want the gradient mods will have to buy it separately, resulting in a redundant mods base with no alpha to use....
Since it's hard to reach MOQ, I recommend put the 2 base kits in IC form and let people vote. Both are beautiful but only one can be made which is very sad....I don't think we will be offering a second basekit, regarding we'd need a full gradient basekit with 6-8 colors, the price would be fairly high and we'd probably have to base at a higher moq which results in it being hard to sell out, when we run two bases at the same time.set looks nice, filled out a form. would like a 2nd base kit that includes those gradient mods!I second this :), otherwise people who want the gradient mods will have to buy it separately, resulting in a redundant mods base with no alpha to use....
whew boy, big fan of the minimalistic look :thumb:Thanks! Appreciate the help with rendering :thumb:
Thanks for taking your time to to some investigation and bring out some feedback! This feedback will be taken into consideration!
Hey! All the kits have been updated now, and R3 PgUp and R4 PgDn are still in the updated kit! We got rid of the duplicated tilde and duplicated pipe key in the base kit. We got rid of the additional spacebars in the gradient mod kit, and we also added a 1u FN r4 with bottom row color. And in the novelty kit, we were only going to update 1 key since it was too advanced for GMK, but we ended up doing some more changes which resulted in the kit being more related to the theme.Thanks for taking your time to to some investigation and bring out some feedback! This feedback will be taken into consideration!
Please keep the R3 PgUp & R4 PgDn keys in base kit
Congrats on this IC and GB announcement. :)Appreciate the feedback, we are still working on this. We are checking the possibilities regarding the gradient basekit, if this is something we are able to run for a decent price. More updates will come soon, regarding this, and other exciting stuff!
For a set themed after a celestial phenomenon, I would have expected celestial-themed Enter novelties. I think of Enter novelties as thematic centerpieces, but your use of mountains and trees feels more appropriate for sets like Alpine, Ursa, Coniferous or Botanical.
If you're open to a bold suggestion, I'd also consider running the mods with gradient legends as your base kit mods. It would further emphasize the theme and offer something truly unique, since there are lots of neon-on-dark sets floating around (Metro, Pulse, Phosphorous, Miami/Vice Nights, etc). Also, it's arguably more on-theme than the current color scheme, since aurora borealis seems to be predominantly green with fluorescent highlights.Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/ilQxSfJ.png)
Then again I know it can be challenging to make radical changes to a keyset at this point. Just a thought, though!
For a set themed after a celestial phenomenon, I would have expected celestial-themed Enter novelties. I think of Enter novelties as thematic centerpieces, but your use of mountains and trees feels more appropriate for sets like Alpine, Ursa, Coniferous or Botanical.
Also...do you think Rensuya would be willing to share the Inuktitut alpha legends for an alt alpha sublegends kit?
I miss mg1 v4 and the other mod kit colorsThose would not be in the basekit regarding price. The more colors we use for a kit, the higher price. And we want to make an affordable kit for you guys.
I hear you. 10 color handarbeit at 150 MOQ was 155$? But if it was gonna be an expensive base kit...how was it a mod kit?The mod kit was way fewer keys. For us to run that kit we would base it at a higher MOQ or even cut some margins to make the mod kit fairly priced.
Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/mUpVQI7.png)
Checking for interest for this gradient basekit, this would be switched out for the current basekit, and we would most likley cut the additional mod kit in that case.
Colors used for this Gradient Basekit is following:
From bottom to top:
- TU1 for the two bottom rows
- TU2 for the two mid rows
- Pantone 339 for the two top rows
- 339 as accent
Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/mUpVQI7.png)
Checking for interest for this gradient basekit, this would be switched out for the current basekit, and we would most likley cut the additional mod kit in that case.
Colors used for this Gradient Basekit is following:
From bottom to top:
- TU1 for the two bottom rows
- TU2 for the two mid rows
- Pantone 339 for the two top rows
- 339 as accent
I think I prefer the original base kit with the gradient mod kit (ideally as one kit).
The top to bottom gradient just... doesn't say aurora borealis to me.
I think I prefer the original base kit with the gradient mod kit (ideally as one kit).
The top to bottom gradient just... doesn't say aurora borealis to me.
I feel the same way. I think it'd be best if you made a form put it down to a public vote between: 1) old base bundled with mod kit; 2) old base and separate mod kit; 3) new proposed gradient base.
Agreed -- I haven't heard anyone dislike (old) Gradient mods. IMO, axing the gradient mods, which included the pinks and purples, would cost you potential customers. Essentially the keyset becomes just hues of blues/greens at the point, and less interesting.i do agree that visually your idea sounds good, but price may not be, already with the base gradient i am worried that it may end up out of my budget but even more colors i do not even have any sort of hope. and to be honest i like the gradient base and old base equally but although i find the colored mods nice i would not have gotten them for my project, as i think it would not go well with the case i plan to use, and with my budget.
As a compromise.... how about:
Base kit = Mint alphas + gradient mods [combination of old kits]
+ add-ons:
-Gradient alphas
-Novelties of mint green mods/images
-Spacebar kit
We are still working on a soluition that please the most people. An update will be posted soon, regarding this and projects with collaborators!Agreed -- I haven't heard anyone dislike (old) Gradient mods. IMO, axing the gradient mods, which included the pinks and purples, would cost you potential customers. Essentially the keyset becomes just hues of blues/greens at the point, and less interesting.i do agree that visually your idea sounds good, but price may not be, already with the base gradient i am worried that it may end up out of my budget but even more colors i do not even have any sort of hope. and to be honest i like the gradient base and old base equally but although i find the colored mods nice i would not have gotten them for my project, as i think it would not go well with the case i plan to use, and with my budget.
As a compromise.... how about:
Base kit = Mint alphas + gradient mods [combination of old kits]
+ add-ons:
-Gradient alphas
-Novelties of mint green mods/images
-Spacebar kit
Agreed -- I haven't heard anyone dislike (old) Gradient mods. IMO, axing the gradient mods, which included the pinks and purples, would cost you potential customers. Essentially the keyset becomes just hues of blues/greens at the point, and less interesting.This is being taken into considiration!
As a compromise.... how about:
Base kit = Mint alphas + gradient mods [combination of old kits]
+ add-ons:
-Gradient alphas
-Novelties of mint green mods/images
-Spacebar kit
Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/mUpVQI7.png)
Checking for interest for this gradient basekit, this would be switched out for the current basekit, and we would most likley cut the additional mod kit in that case.
Colors used for this Gradient Basekit is following:
From bottom to top:
- TU1 for the two bottom rows
- TU2 for the two mid rows
- Pantone 339 for the two top rows
- 339 as accent
There is a lot of people wanting that, but the majority wants the original base kits + the additional gradient mod kit. So we'll have to decide what we'd like to offer for GB! :thumb:Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/mUpVQI7.png)
Checking for interest for this gradient basekit, this would be switched out for the current basekit, and we would most likley cut the additional mod kit in that case.
Colors used for this Gradient Basekit is following:
From bottom to top:
- TU1 for the two bottom rows
- TU2 for the two mid rows
- Pantone 339 for the two top rows
- 339 as accent
I guess I'm a minority but I absolutely adore the gradient basekit.
- Quotes to GMK has arrived, so we are working on setting a fair retail price.
All the different kits have been quoted, so we have the prices for everything. But we won't reveal any prices before we've decided which kits we're going with! :thumb:- Quotes to GMK has arrived, so we are working on setting a fair retail price.
Great update! Are you quoting all of the kits under consideration?
I'd also opt for the original color kit :) That green tone is super nice.The kits are indeed finalized. We won’t add more kits, rather cut off a base. This will be announced in the next update!
Are the kits already finalized, e.g. a NORDEUK won't be coming?
Is the RAMA going to be Brass or Aluminum?The Rama is black PVD Brass with Pantone 339 infill, same infill as the legends color on the keycaps
More of a stlye question - would you put this on an E-white KB? Or would your rather go with a reddish/blackish KB color?It's all preferences, myself I'll most likely put it on a darker colored keyboard. But in the next update, we will release E-White board renders!
This is the next keyset I am buying for sure. Hoping it comes out sometime in December!
Any idea what vendor for USA would be?
VENDORSMechsandco.com (https://mechsandco.com/)
Mykeyboard (http://mykeyboard.eu/)
Kbdfans.com (https://kbdfans.com/)
Dailyclack.com (https://dailyclack.com)
Deskhero.ca (https://www.deskhero.ca/)
This is none of my business, but what’s the MOQ for the mods kit? The pricing is fantastic and it makes me think you’re above the usual 100 MOQ.Correct, we've based the MOQ on 150, to make it more affordable :thumb:
Hi,
I'm really sorry, I'm new to the forum but joined as I saw these mats and keycaps and they're stunning.
I wanted to ask, will these become available to those vendors or is this a group buy only and if so, how would I join that?
Thank you
definitely jumping on one of those deskmats!
I need this in my life, especially that deskmat!!!!!!!!!!!!
I may have to join just to get the Polaris deskmat
sorry to ask this so close to the start of the buy - is CR confirmed as the base color? It's a bit dark for my own personal taste but I think the set will be gorgeous and wish you the best of luck!CR is indeed confirmed. We've checked through different options, but the big contrast between 339 and CR is perfect for this theme! :thumb:
sorry to ask this so close to the start of the buy - is CR confirmed as the base color? It's a bit dark for my own personal taste but I think the set will be gorgeous and wish you the best of luck!CR is indeed confirmed. We've checked through different options, but the big contrast between 339 and CR is perfect for this theme! :thumb:
Unclear what magic you’ve used here S3LQ, but I’ve been posting group buys for a while now, and you had all 6 vendors live at 0015.My vendors are great, with good communication we got it done :p
Almost clicked preorder then saw it was only US-ISO.It's hard to please everyone, I'm sorry :'(
I assume you didn't feel some love for your friends on the other side of the pond? :'(
Who's fingerskc? is it this guy? https://www.facebook.com/Keycap-Artisan-Fingerskc-1627767244166289/photos/Correct! His wristrest together with rocket cables are going live later today here https://rocketscables.com/collections/group-buy-cables (https://rocketscables.com/collections/group-buy-cables)
Are there usually extras for sell when they ship, or if you miss the group buy you just miss out? I really like these caps but got into the hobby after it ended.Usually, vendors buy extras that get posted for sale after the outstanding orders are all shipped.