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But that's Macross! (static.wikia.nocookie.net)
submitted 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago) by pglpm@lemmy.ca to c/sdfpubnix
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I joined SDF very recently, and today I took a closer look at its logo. ...That's Macross! Exciting childhood memories come to mind, with engaging background music. Exhilarating!

Is there somewhere I can read about SDF's logo? I checked the FAQ, maybe not thoroughly enough, but didn't find anything.

While refreshing my memories about Macross I read that it was named Super Dimension Fortress – now I see the connection :)

To whoever designed that logo: you're on my "inspiring people" list now. Genius.

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[–] SDF 23 points 2 years ago (4 children)

It was created from scratch by SDF user laemeur who is a graphic artist/illustrator. We made stickers based off this design that are available in the https://sdf.org/?store

[–] pglpm@lemmy.ca 5 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago)

By the way: was "SDF" chosen after the Macross series? or did the logo idea come to mind after noticing the identical acronyms?

Edit: I found it in the FAQ:

The system was run as a Japanese Anime SIG and was known as the SDF-1.

[–] fade 4 points 2 years ago

Looking more closely here, the mashup design of SDF-1 Macross and what I believe to be a vt52 terminal is really well done. Kudos to laemeur.

[–] lonlazarus 4 points 2 years ago

Ever think about selling this design as a t-shirt also? I would buy one.

[–] pglpm@lemmy.ca 2 points 2 years ago

Thanks for the info! I'll make sure to buy some – and a mug :)

[–] synthubus 6 points 2 years ago (2 children)

I had a similar reaction. "Super Dimension Fortress? I'm home!" Definitely need to get in on merch sporting that logo. :)

[–] pglpm@lemmy.ca 2 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Alright, and I'll also rewatch the Harmony Gold remake series :)

[–] synthubus 2 points 2 years ago

That's the spirit!

[–] bekopharm@discuss.tchncs.de 1 points 2 years ago

Same :) Not a SDF member but grinning inside every time I see the logo 🤓

[–] fade 4 points 2 years ago (1 children)

I actually noticed that right away too, and it instantly made me fall in love with the service more than I already did, The connection to Macross just makes it even more special for me.

[–] pglpm@lemmy.ca 3 points 2 years ago

OK, just for nostalgia (@synthubus@lemmy.sdf.org)

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLhOnau-tupSfSW8iQdLuiuM2cCkwvjFC

And I close this tangent now.