Hammel Mascot Idea Submission

[Admin!]

Hammel has no competitive sports teams, and therefore has never had a mascot. However, because of interest expressed from students, that is going to change. And you get to decide. This is an open call for input on this decision, so we want your ideas.

To submit an idea, complete this form and post in this thread. That's it! On June 26, a poll will go up at the same time as the OTM polls, and the winner will be announced on July 1. So get your nominations in now!

[b]Mascot Name:[/b]
[b]Reason/Explanation:[/b] (You could say "It just looks cool." but an reasoned argument will get you farther.)

[Isaac Tilford]

Mascot Name: Hammel Hurricane
Reason/Explanation: Metas are seen as inhuman way too often, so we shouldn't go with an animal. Hurricanes are a force of nature and are regarded with awe and respect.

[Rhett Goddard]

Mascot Name: Hammel's Hawks
Reason/Explanation: Sounds good. Bird of prey and a heraldic bird that fits with Hammel being in USA since the eagle is its symbol. Feared and respected. Some are used for falconry, which's definition doesn't go far from what Hammel does: "the taking of wild quarry in its natural state and habitat by means of a trained raptor" (by wiki).

[Dr. Sean Neville]

Mascot Name: Hammel Scallions
Reason/Explanation: They were originally to be the Stallions (because it is a classic mascot and was seen as "traditional" and thus appropriate for a private academy) but due to a clerical error one year, the "t" was replaced with a "c" resulting in the Scallions. The students found it hilarious and put up a protest when the faculty said they would change the selection. Scallions are unique as a mascot, and Hammel is unique, after all.

And to let everyone know what this would look like: www.wtfis.com/images/rap_scallions.jpg

[Mia Keystone]

Mascot Name: Hammel Hard Drives
Reason/Explanation: Because organics are overused, and are lame, and weather patterns do more destruction then most animals on a wider scale, and are lame. Hard drives can store huge amounts of data, and keep everything running, and can be formatted to suit individual needs, and basically run most people's lives.

Signed, Mia Keystone.

It should be noted that the students votes will be taken on paper, to avoid any tampering.

[L.C. Milliner]

Mascot Name: The Hammel Huskies
Reason/Explanation: Despite animal references being 'politically incorrect', Huskies are a good pick for the Hammel mascot. They're tough; able to survive in the most severe conditions. They're fiercely loyal to their comrades and to their trainers. They're independent and can fend for themselves if worse comes to worse. They're ranked up high when it comes to intelligence, even among other dogs. They're hardworking animals, but they must be trained properly in order to excel. Other mascots may be clever, or funny, but this mascot is sure to represent all the ideals Hammel presents to their students.

...Not to mention they're lovable, fluffy, and James and Chase now own one. :3

[Horus Richmond]

Mascot Name: The Hammel Hawthorn
Reason/Explanation: Not only is it some delicious alliteration, but the plant itself is very much similar to the students and staff at Hammel. At first, it can be thought of as dangerous (by the thorns), but with closer inspection, it gives beautiful flowers and even provides fruit (the fruit in the Hammel case it is the good citizens it produces). It's even been known as a good conservation plant for other creatures - to show in a metaphorical sense that the meta humans at Hammel turn into pillars of the community.

In other words, the hawthorn represents the misconceptions, strength and goodness in the Hammel students and staff. Also, in folklore, the Hawthorn is meant to be a gateway to the otherworlds, and cutting it down brings bad luck. Aka. Don't destroy meta humans OR ELSE D:

Autumn endorses this idea.

[Nathanael Lee]

Mascot Name: The Hammel Hedgehogs
Reason/Explanation: What's sonic, sharp, and can kick some major ass? No, not a screwdriver! A hedgehog!

Also, they are cute.