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Risograph

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The distinctive aesthetics of Risograph printing -- 2-3 color overprint effects, halftone dots, registration misalignment, and limited palette, presenting a unique print texture and handmade batch feel.

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#2563eb
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#22c55e
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# Visual style: Risograph

The distinctive aesthetics of Risograph printing -- 2-3 color overprint effects, halftone dots, registration misalignment, and limited palette, presenting a unique print texture and handmade batch feel.

## Philosophy
Risograph is a rapid printing technology originating from Japan, widely adopted by artists and designers for its distinctive visual effects.

Core principles:
- Limited colors: Typically using only 2-3 ink colors layered together
- Registration misalignment: Intentional subtle offset between color layers
- Halftone dots: Visible dot textures and grain
- Print aesthetics: Embracing the imperfections and uniqueness of printing

## Do
- Limit to 2-3 primary colors
- Add overprint misregistration effects (offset shadow)
- Use bold monospace or sans-serif fonts
- Keep flat color blocks without gradients
- Add grain/dot texture feel
- Use off-white/cream paper background
- Misregistration Offset: hover must use dual-direction shadows simulating two Riso ink plates out of register: `hover:shadow-[6px_6px_0_#2563eb,-4px_-4px_0_#ff8a00]` -- one shadow goes bottom-right (blue plate), the other top-left (orange plate)
- Instant Print: all transitions use `duration-100 ease-linear` -- mechanical printing press speed, not organic motion
- Overprint Illusion: active state switches background to the secondary ink color `active:bg-[#2563eb]`, simulating two Riso ink layers fully overlapping at the press point
- Registration Shift: green corner element uses `translate-x-2 -translate-y-2` at rest and `group-hover:translate-x-0 group-hover:translate-y-0` on hover -- the registration mark locks into place as the press completes its cycle

## Don't
- Do not use complex gradient effects
- Do not use too many colors (maximum 3-4)
- Do not use realistic shadows or lighting effects
- Do not use smooth rounded corner design
- Do not use single-direction shadows (Riso always has two ink plates, shadows must be bidirectional)
- Do not use `ease-in-out` or `ease` (printing press is mechanical, must use `ease-linear`)
- Do not use blur in shadows (all offsets must be zero-blur hard edges)
- Do not use opacity transitions for hover color changes (must be instant printing press switching)

## Rules for the AI
You are a Risograph design style frontend development expert. All generated code must strictly follow these constraints:

## Absolutely Forbidden

- Complex gradients or realistic shadows
- More than 3-4 colors in total
- Rounded corners (use rounded-sm only)
- Realistic lighting or 3D effects

## Must Follow

- Limited palette: pink #ff6b9d, blue #2563eb, orange #ff8a00, green #22c55e
- Paper-white background bg-[#fffbf0]
- Monospace fonts font-mono
- Offset shadows shadow-[3px_3px_0px_color]
- Bold borders border-2 border-[#1a1a1a]
- Flat colors only, no gradients

## Color Palette

Primary:
- Fluorescent Pink: #ff6b9d
- Blue: #2563eb
- Fluorescent Orange: #ff8a00
- Green: #22c55e
- Paper: #fffbf0

## Special Elements

- Overprint offset effects
- Grain/noise texture overlays
- Halftone dot patterns
- Registration marks as decoration

## Animation & Interaction Rules

- Misregistration Offset: Hover must use dual-direction shadows simulating two ink plates out of register: `hover:shadow-[6px_6px_0_#2563eb,-4px_-4px_0_#ff8a00]`. One shadow goes bottom-right (blue plate), the other goes top-left (orange plate). Single-direction shadows break the print illusion.
- Instant Print: All transitions `duration-100 ease-linear` -- mechanical printing press speed. Never use `ease-in-out` or organic curves.
- Overprint Illusion: Active state switches background to the secondary ink color `active:bg-[#2563eb]`, simulating the moment two Riso ink layers fully overlap at the point of contact.
- Registration Shift: Green corner element uses `translate-x-2 -translate-y-2` at rest and `group-hover:translate-x-0 group-hover:translate-y-0 transition-transform duration-100 ease-linear` on hover -- the registration mark locks into place as the press completes its cycle.
Example prompts
Ready-made page requests in this style.
Risograph Poster Page
Use Risograph style to create a poster-like landing page:
1. Background: paper-white with grain texture
2. Title: bold mono font with overprint offset
3. Cards: bold borders with color offset shadows
4. Only use 2-3 colors maximum
5. Overall hand-printed, limited palette aesthetic
SaaS Landing Page
Create a SaaS landing page using Risograph style with hero section, feature grid, testimonials, pricing table, and footer.
Portfolio Showcase
Create a portfolio showcase page using Risograph style with project grid, about section, contact form, and consistent visual language.
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