[IC] GMK CYL Nightowl

[SxM Designs]

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GMK CYL NIGHTOWL

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#define true  false // Everything's a lie anyways"

WEBSITE | DISCORD | INSTAGRAM

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#define IC FORM

Before I git push origin main, I will review and make sure to git fetch possible suggestions and git merge.
So please leave your feedback, and git commit your thoughts on kitting changes, new kits, or anything else you'd like to see in the keycap set!

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#define INTRO

This set is inspired by the Night Owl theme for VS Code, 
originally created by Sarah Drasner.

As a developer, Night Owl has been my go-to theme since the day I discovered it. 
The calming deep blues, soft purples, and pastel yellow highlights 
make it easier on the eyes during long coding sessions — especially late at night. 

Over the years, this theme has stuck with me through countless projects and bug hunts. Hence it was finally
time to create the same aesthetic in plastic.

Learn more about the original theme here: 

🔗 Night Owl Theme on GitHub

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#define KITS

Manufacturer : GMK                                                      
Profile      : Cherry CYL                                               
Material     : ABS plastic                                              
Novelties    : Doubleshot (3 keys are UV printed)                       
                                                                 

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Base Kit                                         Novelties Kit

Highlights Kit                                   Spacebar Kit

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#define DESKMATS

Binary                                         404 Keeb Not Found 

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#define RENDERS

Disclaimer : The keyboards are for visual purposes and are not included in the set. Colors in the final product may vary since renders are done under idealistic artificial lighting.

#define Nemui by Bachoo

#define F18X by Geon

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#define VENDORS

US        : Omnitype               
EU        : Oblotzsky              
UK        : #Undefined             
CHINA     : KBDFans                
CANADA    : #Undefined             
SEA       : #Undefined             
OCEANIA   : #Undefined             
KOREA     : #Undefined             
                            

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#define THANKS

I have been working closely with Oblo and Omni on this set for a very long time. They have been an integral part of the process and have helped me in deciding kitting, colors and everything in between!
A special thanks to Hoang ( Nutella), who was the first to see this idea years ago and gave his valuable input!

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#define SUPPORT

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[SxM Designs]

#define Reserved

#define IC Posted
#define Gathering Interest
#define Gathering vendors

[IBMweMissU]

R2 bak is 1.25u, and you're saying oblo was involved? sorry, not sure that's possible
but seriously, no shine through CapsLock, no R1 =, no 00,
no 1.5u Super or Fn (granted those are ok, given the mods legends), in 2025?

[SxM Designs]

R2 bak is 1.25u, and you're saying oblo was involved? sorry, not sure that's possible

Great catch! It was a typo. All fixed now! 

but seriously, no shine through CapsLock, no R1 =, no 00,
no 1.5u Super or Fn (granted those are ok, given the mods legends), in 2025?

Please leave your feedback in the IC form. I will go through them later and make changes if necessary!

Thanks again!!

[Zahul]

<?php
if ($IC == true) {
    echo "GLWIC!";
} elseif ($Ignore) {
    // Do nothing or handle $Ignore case
}

GLWIC!

[IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES]

Keeping extraneous keys out to keep cost down is critical nowadays. This isn’t the era of MOQ 1500 kitting

Do you have plastic color chips? Don’t even wanna know the codes, but everyone who remembers GMK Nord is wary of multi color set matching. Let’s see a pic of them in the sun when you have a chance.

[flagz_]

both the base kit and the novelties kit looks really nice! GLWIC!
btw, will there be support for ISO-Nordic layouts?

[MartinThePolarBear]

This is one of the rare times where I actually want to get every kit and desk mat for the set

[Kokaloo]

glad to see you're still bringing more of the most boring gmk sets to reality

[Natetypesfast]

Wow in love with this set, I'm all in on this set and the desk mat.  I do kinda wish there was a more coiorful desk mat but it's all good. 

[MoltenKhor]

Another IDE themed set with Git…I’M IN!

[SxM Designs]

<?php
if ($IC == true) {
    echo "GLWIC!";
} elseif ($Ignore) {
    // Do nothing or handle $Ignore case
}

GLWIC!

<?php
if ($GLWIC) {
    echo "Appreciate it!";
} elseif ($StillFiguringItOut) {
    // silently panicking...
}

[SxM Designs]

Keeping extraneous keys out to keep cost down is critical nowadays. This isn’t the era of MOQ 1500 kitting

Do you have plastic color chips? Don’t even wanna know the codes, but everyone who remembers GMK Nord is wary of multi color set matching. Let’s see a pic of them in the sun when you have a chance.

I will wait for actual color matched samples before GB anyways. In talks with GMK!  So stay tuned for that update!

both the base kit and the novelties kit looks really nice! GLWIC!
btw, will there be support for ISO-Nordic layouts?

Thanks a lot!
Currently Norde kit is not planned. However, it depends on whether there is enough demand for it. Please make sure to add that as a feedback to the IC form. I will check those later and talk to vendors if it makes sense to add more kits.

This is one of the rare times where I actually want to get every kit and desk mat for the set

Appreciate it!! 

Another IDE themed set with Git…I’M IN!

Great to hear that! Thanks a lot!

Wow in love with this set, I'm all in on this set and the desk mat.  I do kinda wish there was a more coiorful desk mat but it's all good. 

Thanks for the feedback. Honestly, I have not prepared another deskmat but I am not saying I am not planning onn that!! Lets see!

[Cringelord]

Will this even hit MOQ. I can count all the Git sets that sat in stock on discount/clearance for years

[IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES]

Those sold >5000 base. We hitting 5000 MOQ now, you’re right, we’re not. Could this hit 500? Sure.

[FoxandFoundry]

Will this even hit MOQ. I can count all the Git sets that sat in stock on discount/clearance for years

I don't think it matters that it’s a Git-themed set, though it does remind me of GMK Monokai Material and GMK Dracula without quite capturing the same appeal. The colors also feel a bit muted compared to the actual Night Owl theme (especially the green and blue). Perhaps matching the alpha color to the Explorer font in Night Owl would help, though I’m not entirely certain. It’s also missing the orange from Night Owl. Because the colors seem a bit off, I’m not fully confident it will be color matched properly, so I’ll have to pass on this one.

[SxM Designs]

I don't think it matters that it’s a Git-themed set, though it does remind me of GMK Monokai Material and GMK Dracula without quite capturing the same appeal. The colors also feel a bit muted compared to the actual Night Owl theme (especially the green and blue). Perhaps matching the alpha color to the Explorer font in Night Owl would help, though I’m not entirely certain. It’s also missing the orange from Night Owl. Because the colors seem a bit off, I’m not fully confident it will be color matched properly, so I’ll have to pass on this one.

Thanks a lot for the feedback.

This set is definitely inspired by the Night Owl theme, but it’s not intended to be a 1:1 replica. One of the biggest challenges in translating a digital theme into a physical keycap set is how differently colors behave across mediums. What looks bold and vibrant on a backlit screen—especially in an IDE—can vary a lot depending on your monitor, display settings, and even the lighting in your room.
Because of that, some creative decisions had to be made to strike a balance between capturing the essence of Night Owl and working within the limitations of physical keycap production.

Regarding color matching: as I mentioned in an earlier post, I’ve been in touch with GMK, and they’ll be producing physical color samples for the set. I won’t start a GB until I’ve had a chance to review them and share final colors with everyone. I want to make sure what you see is what you get, as closely as possible.

That said, I totally understand if it doesn’t quite click for you. Feedback like this is super valuable and helps me make better design choices in the future. So thank you again for being honest!

[SxM Designs]

Small Update : CN Vendor will be KBDFans

[SxM Designs]

Color samples have been ordered from GMK. Once verified, I will post some pictures.

In the meantime, if you are interested and or have suggestions for changes, please fill the IC form!!

Cheers!

[zegonix]

i really like this set, both colors and the font. is there a chance for an `Esc` key like the ones in the highlights kit, but with the same basecolor as the alphas?

[aumz.work]

I like the idea of the deskmat
  404 Keeb Not Found lol

[CONIN]

Love both the colours and the theme itself, but the lack of sub-legends is a deal breaker for me.

[SxM Designs]

i really like this set, both colors and the font. is there a chance for an `Esc` key like the ones in the highlights kit, but with the same basecolor as the alphas?

If there is enough demand for this then why not! Please fill up the IC Form. Helps us a ton when revisiting kitting during the end phases of the IC.

[Bobatype]

I like the idea of the deskmat
  404 Keeb Not Found lol

I reckon for that particular deskmat, remove the power plugs. Looks cleaner that way.
I really like the idea that only upon removing the keyboard, that the 404 Keeb Not Found is seen (otherwise there's no hint at all).
You might have to play around with the size to ensure it remains covered on like 60/65% keyboard placement.

Are the Novelty Enters completely UV-print or a combination of double-shot and UV-print? The latter would be preferred I think.
I would suggest the R1 Exclamation Mark width in the triangle looks a little thin and inconsistent with the other icons. Similarly the owl head brow lines perhaps could be simplified with thicker lines to be more consistent with the other novelty icons?

[SxM Designs]

I like the idea of the deskmat
  404 Keeb Not Found lol

Thanks a lot!! Its a fun design!

Love both the colours and the theme itself, but the lack of sub-legends is a deal breaker for me.

To be honest, problem with sublegends is 2 folds.
1. There arent some sublegends that would instantly work with the theme
2. It will make the set look cluttered.

Dont get me wrong, I am a sucker for sublegends as well! But honestly, I dont think they are a good fit for this set!

[zegonix]

this may very well be the set, that makes me buy a gmk product.

[SxM Designs]

I like the idea of the deskmat
  404 Keeb Not Found lol

I reckon for that particular deskmat, remove the power plugs. Looks cleaner that way.
I really like the idea that only upon removing the keyboard, that the 404 Keeb Not Found is seen (otherwise there's no hint at all).
You might have to play around with the size to ensure it remains covered on like 60/65% keyboard placement.

Are the Novelty Enters completely UV-print or a combination of double-shot and UV-print? The latter would be preferred I think.
I would suggest the R1 Exclamation Mark width in the triangle looks a little thin and inconsistent with the other icons. Similarly the owl head brow lines perhaps could be simplified with thicker lines to be more consistent with the other novelty icons?

Thanks for the love!

I will look into what can be done if anything because of strict design contraints specially distance between the objects.
Currently what is planned is the novelty enter are UV printed and not a combo because a combo would just mean (for example) the center yellow line / branch will be doubleshot. It does not change much to be honest. I will, however, talk with GMK to know if something can be improved!

Thanks for the detailed feedback!

[SxM Designs]

this may very well be the set, that makes me buy a gmk product.

Thats great to hear!! Thanks a lot for the love!