But that's Macross!

https://static.wikia.nocookie.net/macross/images/2/25/SDF-1_Attack.gif/revision/latest?cb=20130717195252

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@lemmy.sdf.org · 24 pts · 3y (4 replies)

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

lonlazarus@lemmy.sdf.org · 5 pts · 3y

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

pglpm@lemmy.ca · 5 pts · 3y

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@lemmy.sdf.org · 4 pts · 3y

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.

pglpm@lemmy.ca · 3 pts · 3y

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

synthubus@lemmy.sdf.org · 5 pts · 3y (3 replies)

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 pts · 3y (1 reply)

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

synthubus@lemmy.sdf.org · 2 pts · 3y

That's the spirit!

bekopharm@discuss.tchncs.de · 1 pts · 3y

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

fade@lemmy.sdf.org · 4 pts · 3y (1 reply)

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 pts · 3y

By the way: https://www.polygon.com/23044564/robotech-movie-director-rhys-thomas-hawkeye

pglpm@lemmy.ca · 3 pts · 3y

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

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

And I close this tangent now.