Arch Linux Logo Contest: Discussion of logo concepts

Okay, so this time let's get it right, shall we?
This thread continues the discussion that was going on in the other thread.
Some notes before things start to look ugly:
* you may comment on any of the logos already submitted to Travis[1], or any of the artwork in the artwork collector thread[2].
* you may post your opinion whether technical or non-technical, or simply state 'I (don't) like this or that'.
* you may discuss the matter of Arch Linux branding as well, but it is depreciated; open a new thread if you think that is important
* keep in mind that people might find negative comments offensive, so please formulate them precisely and mark all your personal opinions as such.
* if you have reason to believe comments coming from members of this community are highly biased or inappropriate, please do NOT reply publicly, report the post to moderators and admins
Discussions in this thread may only touch on the actual logos, and "we don't need a logo chage" type of rant is depreciated. However, you may post anything logo-related if you can make a good point.
<joke>As a general rule, please do NOT annoy other participants.</joke>
[1] http://bbs.archlinux.org/viewtopic.php?id=39046
[2] http://bbs.archlinux.org/viewtopic.php?id=38550

foxbunny wrote:@ozeta
I like the shape, but the logotype is very hard to read...
the logotype?:|
i have no problems to read that font but...i will change it..:D
edit: i made these 4 variants
opinions and suggestions?
Last edited by ozeta (2007-11-02 12:35:21)

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    whacath wrote:
    thoughtcrime wrote:
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  • Complete theme for Arch Linux

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    xelados wrote:
    mfolnovic wrote:Can you please give us links to GTK+ theme documentation? I can't find any ...
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    Beat me to it.
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