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The Sol Deskmat - GB LIVE! - Nov 15th-29th (extending to Dec 5 for some)

by Bobatype

Group Buy starts: Nov 13, 2021

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Description

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Greetings Geekhack!
This is an interest check for the “Sol” Deskmat Series; a stellar backdrop to complement your mechanical input interface.

Featuring mandalas (circular abstract geometric patterns that symbolise the cosmos), this design is a tribute to the Sun and planets of our Solar System.
This depiction of the Heavens doesn’t pretend to be scientifically accurate, but at least it’s the Heliocentric model (shout-out to my man Copernicus).
I’ll leave any New Age metaphysical interpretations to those with broader minds than mine. I for one, simply just like anything related to Space. Space is cool.

Renders

Colourways

Note the number of variations will reduced based on the feedback form and vendor discussions.
Prototypes will be produced based on the most voted for designs, then after QC prototype approval, pre-orders will proceed.

Umbra //Dark

Radiance //Light

Copernicus //Gold Light

Hypatia //Rose Gold

Newton //Navy

Celestial //Lavender

Solarized //Turquoise

Hydrogen //Blue

Gravity //Gray

Prototypes

IC Poll/Feedback Form

Specifications
900x400x4mm
Stitched Edging
Rubber non-slip bottom
Smooth cloth surface

Several details are littered throughout such as:
- Floral elements for Earth's design
- Wave/water references for Neptune's design
- Hearts for Pluto
- Sunflower for the Sun
- The Big Dipper and Southern Cross constellations

Vendors

USSpaceCanadaAshkeebsEuropeSalvunUKProto[Typist]OceaniaSwitchkeysChinazFrontierSE AsiaiLumkbSouth Asia/Middle EastStacksKB
Timeline
Groupbuy: Nov 13th-29th *note that some vendors like StacksKB and Space may keep their listings open for a further week to catch any stragglers.

Stay Up to Date

via Discord Server
(#sol-deskmats for updates) | DMs: BobaSweatandTears#1659

via Email
Drop your email address in our feedback form if you’d like to be sent a quick message about the GB date, reminders upon the commencement

https://www.instagram.com/boba.kinks/

Thanks:
Mitos’ SA Godspeed deskmat served as indirect inspiration. When I get time, I’d like to re-explore the original composition of having the Sun on the left. This design is also in fact a byproduct of designing the KAT Space Dust project, which featured other space themed deskmats such as Singularity & Aero-Sol: