Initially, let's use this thread for discussion and brainstorming. This might include descriptions, or might be rough drafts to be improved on. After some time, we'll move on to selecting a few ideas for refinement.
Logo rules:
- Main logo (front page) should include mafiascum or mafiascum.net. Separation between mafia and scum is encouraged (whether spatially or by color). Capitalization is optional; not usually my preference, but not a deal breaker either.
- We will additionally need smaller versions for the forum header (previous was 263px by 89px; width is more flexible, but height should not be substantially taller, nor too short), social media (sometimes using square logos), and favicon. The forum header should include the site name, preferably in the same format as the main logo; smaller logos should also include the site name, but may be split up over multiple lines (and options for additional logos which do not include the site name are welcome).
- The primary logo should fit with the black background of the main page, and mafBlack theme on the forums. We will additionally need versions for the other forum themes (which could just be recolored variants).
- By submitting a final logo, you are granting mafiascum.net permission to use the logo on this website and on social media indefinitely. (That doesn't mean I won't listen if you change your mind in the future; just a reminder that it is being designed for the purpose of serving as a logo for the site, and we may continue to use it as such even if the designer is banned or otherwise no longer wants to be associated with the site.) If we do any merchandise (t-shirts, cards) in the future, I will work out permissions separately with the designer(s).
- Fonts used should be open source or otherwise not subject to a license fee; artwork should be original.
- I'll update this list if I think of anything else, or if some reasonable restriction is mentioned in this thread. Otherwise, have fun with it!
