PBT "The Flash" (IC form updated)

PBT "The Flash"




Intro

Hello all, this is Keepo. On the last day of the year 2022, I bring you the interest check of my first keycap design – PBT “The Flash”.

PBT “The Flash” takes its inspiration from the protagonist of Sword Art Online, Yuuki Asuna (simply known as Asuna in game). In particular, this set aspires to capturethe “classic” Asuna we know in Season 1 – the skilled and fearless swordmaster able to square off against any enemy. All in all, one of the most fleshed out female characters in anime, and certainly one I am impressed by to this date.

I recall reading the SAO light novel around a decade ago (Chinese translation), and was deeply moved by the conversation between Asuna and Kirito after they defeated Heathcliff: Asuna finally told Kirito her real name, upon which Kirito whispered the name and marveled, “What a beautiful name”. It is indeed beautiful – and I hope this keycap set is a worthy tribute to the beautiful name.


INTEREST CHECK FORM

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Basic info

Profile: Cherry

Material: PBT Doubleshot / Tripleshot (please note below)

Manufacturer: TBD

Note: open to both PBT / ABS depending on manufacturer and community preference.


Kits

"The Flash" - Base Kit (Tripleshot Hiragana)



Note: kitting / included keys subject to community input and further change.

"Luminescent" - Doubleshot Alphas



Note: I decided to go with tripleshot base to better fit theme - this is subject to change depending on community preference.

"Lightning Blade" - Novelties



Note: the “Asuna” Katakana icon may be dropped if copyright issues arise; the silhouette icons are subject to further change / amendment, depending on manufacturer capability.

"Perfect Duo" - Numpad Kit



"Pure Light" - Spacebar Kit




Colours



Colour samples
Note: due to the camera and display, the colour you see on screen may not 100% match the colour of the sample.










Renders

[WIP]


Collabs

[TBD]

If you are interested in collaborating with me, please contact me on Discord (Keepo#3439) or through e-mail ([email protected]).


Vendors

[TBD]

If you are interested in working together, please contact me on Discord (Keepo#3439) or through e-mail ([email protected]).


Timeline

[TBA]


Acknowledgements

MoMo for doing the renders and giving advice along the way.
Semi_clock and Lynn for the icons/art.
Kansir for general advice and suggestions along the way.
Sylvieon and Ravenn for colour matching input.