Risograph

STYLEKIT_STYLE_REFERENCE
style_name: Risograph
style_slug: risograph
style_source: /styles/risograph

# Hard Prompt

## When To Use
Use this when you want AI to generate code with strict style consistency. It is the safest default for production UI.

## How To Use
- Copy the full prompt into ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor, or another coding assistant.
- Append the concrete product/page requirement after the prompt.
- After generation, check the forbidden rules and interaction states before accepting the output.

Strictly follow the style rules below and maintain consistency. No style drift allowed.

## Requirements

- Prioritize style consistency first, then creative extension.
- When conflicts arise, treat prohibitions as the highest priority.
- Self-check before output: verify colors, typography, spacing, and interactions still match this style.

## Style Rules

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.

---

# Risograph Design System

> 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.

## Design 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

---

## Token Dictionary (exact class mapping)

### Border
```
Width: border-2
Color: border-[#1a1a1a]
Radius: rounded-sm
```

### Shadow
```
sm: shadow-[2px_2px_0px_#ff6b9d]
md: shadow-[3px_3px_0px_#ff6b9d]
lg: shadow-[4px_4px_0px_#ff6b9d]
hover: hover:shadow-[6px_6px_0px_#ff6b9d]
focus: focus:shadow-[2px_2px_0px_#ff6b9d]
```

### Interaction
```
Hover translate: hover:translate-x-[2px] hover:translate-y-[2px]
Hover scale: (none)
Hover opacity: (none)
Transition: transition-all duration-200 ease-in-out
Active: active:translate-x-[3px] active:translate-y-[3px] active:shadow-none
```

### Typefaces
```
Heading: font-mono font-bold uppercase tracking-wider
Body: font-mono
Mono: font-mono
```

### Type scale
```
Hero: text-4xl md:text-6xl lg:text-8xl
H1: text-3xl md:text-5xl
H2: text-2xl md:text-4xl
H3: text-xl md:text-2xl
Body: text-sm md:text-base
Small: text-xs md:text-sm
```

### Spacing
```
Section: py-12 md:py-20 lg:py-28
Container: px-4 md:px-8 lg:px-12
Card: p-5 md:p-8
Gap sm: gap-3 md:gap-4
Gap md: gap-4 md:gap-6
Gap lg: gap-6 md:gap-10
```

### Color roles
```
Background primary: bg-[#fffbf0]
Background secondary: bg-[#f5f0e6]
Background accent: bg-[#ff6b9d], bg-[#2563eb], bg-[#ff8a00], bg-[#22c55e]
Text primary: text-[#1a1a1a]
Text secondary: text-[#2563eb]
Text muted: text-[#1a1a1a]/60
Button primary: bg-[#ff6b9d] text-white shadow-[3px_3px_0px_#2563eb]
Button secondary: bg-[#2563eb] text-white shadow-[3px_3px_0px_#ff6b9d]
```

---

## [FORBIDDEN]

These classes are banned in this style. Check for them before returning code:

### Banned classes
- `rounded-lg`
- `rounded-xl`
- `rounded-2xl`
- `rounded-full`
- `bg-gradient-to-r`
- `bg-gradient-to-b`
- `bg-gradient-to-br`
- `shadow-md`
- `shadow-lg`
- `shadow-xl`
- `backdrop-blur`
- `bg-[#0a0a1a]`
- `bg-black`

### Banned patterns
- matches `^rounded-(?:lg|xl|2xl|full)$`
- matches `^bg-gradient-`
- matches `^shadow-(?:md|lg|xl)$`
- matches `^backdrop-blur`

### Why they are banned
- `rounded-lg`: Risograph uses minimal rounding (rounded-sm only) for a print-like feel
- `bg-gradient-to-r`: Risograph uses flat solid colors, no gradients
- `shadow-md`: Risograph uses hard offset shadows, not soft ones
- `backdrop-blur`: Risograph style is flat and opaque, no blur/glass effects

> WARNING: if your code contains any of the above, replace it before shipping.

---

## [REQUIRED]

### Every button must include
```
rounded-sm
font-mono font-bold uppercase
shadow-[3px_3px_0px_#2563eb]
transition-all duration-200 ease-in-out
```

### Every card must include
```
rounded-sm
bg-[#fffbf0]
border-2 border-[#1a1a1a]
shadow-[4px_4px_0px_#ff6b9d]
```

### Every input must include
```
rounded-sm
border-2 border-[#1a1a1a]
bg-[#fffbf0]
font-mono
focus:outline-none
```

---

## [COMPARE] Risograph wrong vs right

The wrong examples below stand for generic library defaults that were never adapted to this style. Do not read them as visual suggestions.

### Button

[WRONG] **Wrong** (generic component library default, do not copy):
```html
<button class="{GENERIC_LIBRARY_BUTTON_DEFAULT}">
 Click me
</button>
```

[CORRECT] **Right** (uses this style's tokens):
```html
<button class="rounded-sm font-mono font-bold uppercase shadow-[3px_3px_0px_#2563eb] transition-all duration-200 ease-in-out bg-[#ff6b9d] text-white shadow-[3px_3px_0px_#2563eb]">
 Click me
</button>
```

### Card

[WRONG] **Wrong** (generic card, not adapted to this style):
```html
<div class="{GENERIC_LIBRARY_CARD_DEFAULT}">
 <h3>{TITLE}</h3>
</div>
```

[CORRECT] **Right** (uses this style's card tokens):
```html
<div class="rounded-sm bg-[#fffbf0] border-2 border-[#1a1a1a] shadow-[4px_4px_0px_#ff6b9d] p-5 md:p-8">
 <h3 class="font-mono font-bold uppercase tracking-wider text-xl md:text-2xl">{TITLE}</h3>
</div>
```

### Input

[WRONG] **Wrong** (generic input, not adapted to this style):
```html
<input class="{GENERIC_LIBRARY_INPUT_DEFAULT}" />
```

[CORRECT] **Right** (uses this style's input tokens):
```html
<input class="rounded-sm border-2 border-[#1a1a1a] bg-[#fffbf0] font-mono focus:outline-none" placeholder="{PLACEHOLDER}" />
```

---

## [TEMPLATES] Risograph page skeletons

These skeletons use this style's tokens only. Replace `{PLACEHOLDER}` values, but keep every token in place:

### Navigation
```html
<nav class="bg-[#fffbf0] text-[#1a1a1a] border-2 border-[#1a1a1a] px-4 md:px-8 lg:px-12">
 <div class="flex items-center justify-between max-w-6xl mx-auto gap-4 md:gap-6">
 <a href="/" class="font-mono font-bold uppercase tracking-wider text-xl md:text-2xl">
 {LOGO_TEXT}
 </a>
 <div class="flex gap-4 md:gap-6 font-mono text-xs md:text-sm">
 {NAV_LINKS}
 </div>
 </div>
</nav>
```

### Hero section
```html
<section class="bg-[#ff6b9d] text-[#1a1a1a] py-12 md:py-20 lg:py-28 px-4 md:px-8 lg:px-12">
 <div class="max-w-4xl mx-auto">
 <h1 class="font-mono font-bold uppercase tracking-wider text-4xl md:text-6xl lg:text-8xl">
 {HEADLINE}
 </h1>
 <p class="font-mono text-sm md:text-base max-w-xl">
 {SUBHEADLINE}
 </p>
 <button class="rounded-sm font-mono font-bold uppercase shadow-[3px_3px_0px_#2563eb] transition-all duration-200 ease-in-out bg-[#ff6b9d] text-white shadow-[3px_3px_0px_#2563eb]">
 {CTA_TEXT}
 </button>
 </div>
</section>
```

### Card grid
```html
<section class="bg-[#fffbf0] text-[#1a1a1a] py-12 md:py-20 lg:py-28 px-4 md:px-8 lg:px-12">
 <div class="max-w-6xl mx-auto">
 <h2 class="font-mono font-bold uppercase tracking-wider text-2xl md:text-4xl">{SECTION_TITLE}</h2>
 <div class="grid grid-cols-1 md:grid-cols-2 lg:grid-cols-3 gap-4 md:gap-6">
 <!-- Card template - repeat for each card -->
 <div class="rounded-sm bg-[#fffbf0] border-2 border-[#1a1a1a] shadow-[4px_4px_0px_#ff6b9d] p-5 md:p-8">
 <h3 class="font-mono font-bold uppercase tracking-wider text-xl md:text-2xl">{CARD_TITLE}</h3>
 <p class="font-mono text-sm md:text-base text-[#1a1a1a]/60">{CARD_DESCRIPTION}</p>
 </div>
 </div>
 </div>
</section>
```

### Form input
```html
<input class="rounded-sm border-2 border-[#1a1a1a] bg-[#fffbf0] font-mono focus:outline-none" placeholder="{PLACEHOLDER}" />
```

### Footer
```html
<footer class="bg-[#f5f0e6] text-[#2563eb] py-12 md:py-20 lg:py-28 px-4 md:px-8 lg:px-12">
 <div class="max-w-6xl mx-auto">
 <div class="grid grid-cols-1 md:grid-cols-3 gap-6 md:gap-10">
 <div>
 <span class="font-mono font-bold uppercase tracking-wider text-xl md:text-2xl">{LOGO_TEXT}</span>
 <p class="font-mono text-xs md:text-sm">{TAGLINE}</p>
 </div>
 <div>
 <h4 class="font-mono font-bold uppercase tracking-wider text-xl md:text-2xl">{COLUMN_TITLE}</h4>
 <ul class="font-mono text-xs md:text-sm">
 {FOOTER_LINKS}
 </ul>
 </div>
 </div>
 </div>
</footer>
```

---

## [CHECKLIST] Risograph post-generation self check

**Before returning code, verify every token and rule below. Fix any violation before delivering:**

### Token check
- [ ] Button includes: `rounded-sm font-mono font-bold uppercase shadow-[3px_3px_0px_#2563eb] transition-all duration-200 ease-in-out`
- [ ] Card includes: `rounded-sm bg-[#fffbf0] border-2 border-[#1a1a1a] shadow-[4px_4px_0px_#ff6b9d]`
- [ ] Input includes: `rounded-sm border-2 border-[#1a1a1a] bg-[#fffbf0] font-mono focus:outline-none`

### Forbidden check
- [ ] Not using `rounded-lg`
- [ ] Not using `rounded-xl`
- [ ] Not using `rounded-2xl`
- [ ] Not using `rounded-full`
- [ ] Not using `bg-gradient-to-r`
- [ ] Not using `bg-gradient-to-b`
- [ ] Not using `bg-gradient-to-br`
- [ ] Not using `shadow-md`

### Style rule check
- [ ] 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

### Style drift check
- [ ] Does not violate: Do not use complex gradient effects
- [ ] Does not violate: Do not use too many colors (maximum 3-4)
- [ ] Does not violate: Do not use realistic shadows or lighting effects
- [ ] Does not violate: Do not use smooth rounded corner design
- [ ] Does not violate: Do not use single-direction shadows (Riso always has two ink plates, shadows must be bidirectional)

### Delivery check
- [ ] Responsive layout holds on phone, tablet and desktop with no horizontal overflow
- [ ] Every interactive element has a visible focus state, an accessible name and a reduced-motion path
- [ ] Text contrast meets WCAG AA and colour alone never carries state
- [ ] The result is still recognizable at a glance as Risograph

---

## [EXAMPLES] Example prompts

### 1. Risograph 

```
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
```

## Absolute Bans (Match and Refuse)

If any of the following patterns appear, it is a style violation — rewrite without exception.

- use complex gradient effects
- use too many colors (maximum 3-4)
- use realistic shadows or lighting effects
- use smooth rounded corner design
- use single-direction shadows (Riso always has two ink plates, shadows must be bidirectional)
- use `ease-in-out` or `ease` (printing press is mechanical, must use `ease-linear`)
- use blur in shadows (all offsets must be zero-blur hard edges)
- use opacity transitions for hover color changes (must be instant printing press switching)

## Self-Check (Verify Before Shipping)

If any item fails, the style has drifted — fix before shipping.

- [ ] No purple-to-blue gradients
- [ ] No overused fonts (Inter, Roboto, Geist, Fraunces, Plus Jakarta Sans)
- [ ] No nested cards (cards inside cards)
- [ ] No gray text on colored backgrounds
- [ ] Body text contrast meets WCAG AA (>= 4.5:1)
- [ ] No bounce or elastic easing curves
- [ ] Animations have a prefers-reduced-motion fallback
- [ ] Body text line length capped at 65-75 characters
- [ ] No side-stripe accent borders (border-left/right > 1px)
- [ ] No gradient text (background-clip: text)
- [ ] No glassmorphism used as the default surface treatment
- [ ] No tiny uppercase tracked eyebrow labels above every section heading
- [ ] 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)