🛡️ Mascot Manifesto: Freedom of Expression & Respectful Inclusion

Purpose

At Studio Waterdine, we celebrate creativity, computation, and culture through the use of fictional mascots — symbolic characters that personify digital processes, values, and quirks of our work. These mascots are part of our storytelling, branding, and internal culture.

Nature of the Mascots

• These mascots are entirely fictional and serve as metaphorical representations of technical concepts (e.g., memory leaks, uptime, data caching).
• They are not spiritual beings, religious figures, or part of any belief system.
• Their design may draw inspiration from global mythologies, folklore, or literary traditions, but they are not intended to replicate or appropriate any real-world spiritual practices.

Freedom of Expression

• The creation and use of these mascots is an exercise of freedom of expression, protected under applicable laws.
• They reflect the company’s creative identity and are used in a voluntary and playful manner.

Participation Guidelines

• No employee, partner, or visitor is required to engage with, reference, or acknowledge these mascots.
• Participation in mascot-related activities (e.g., naming contests, artwork, gamified rituals) is entirely optional.
• There is no direct or indirect expectation of belief, reverence, or compliance with any mascot-related content.

Respect & Inclusion

• We are committed to maintaining a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace.
• If any mascot or related content causes discomfort or concern, we encourage open dialogue and will respond with sensitivity and care.
• Our mascots are designed to unite, not divide — and we welcome feedback to ensure they remain a source of joy and creativity.