From: "K. Powick" <kpowick@...>
Date: 2001-07-05T23:24:46+09:00
Subject: [ruby-talk:17317] Re: Ruby Mascot/logo

"Cameron Matheson" <cmatheson3@yahoo.com> wrote in message
news:ESK07.21312$2u2.416873@e420r-sjo2.usenetserver.com...

> I also agree that the Ruby-crowned Kinglet would make an excellent
> mascot, but I do think that the existing drawing wouldn't be optimal.
> My belief is that the mascot should be very anime to reflect Ruby's
> Japanese roots.

I think that reflection could work against the language.  I really don't
know how "hung up" folks get on logos, but as a software designer not from
the U.S., I find that "flying your own flag" sometimes has a negative impact
in the U.S. market.

Of course the world does not revolve around the U.S. (despite what some
think), but a relatively neutral logo, IMO, is the best way to go.  Also, as
someone now in their 30s, I find the "anime" look to be a little too
reminiscent of Pokemon for my taste.

Cheers,

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