{"title":"Tono \u0026 Lims: The Collaborative Palette of Tokyo \u0026 Seoul","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eStep into the vibrant and experimental world of Tono \u0026amp; Lims, a pioneering ink brand born from the spirit of \"Friendship.\" Founded by Takashi Ono, a dedicated fountain pen enthusiast from Tokyo, in partnership with Lim's Lab — a skilled ink producer based in South Korea — Tono \u0026amp; Lims has redefined the boundaries of fountain pen ink by blending Korean production expertise with a distinctly Japanese aesthetic sensibility and creative vision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eThe Artistic Science of Colour Evolution\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims is more than a manufacturer; it is a laboratory of creative expression. By blending meticulous chemical innovation with an adventurous artistic vision, they have developed a spectrum of inks that change and evolve as they interact with the page. To truly appreciate their work, one must understand the three pillars of their ink performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e1. Dynamic Shading and Multi-Tonal Depth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe journey begins with Shading. Many Tono \u0026amp; Lims formulations are celebrated for their incredible multi-tonal properties. As the ink dries on high-quality, fountain pen-friendly paper, it reveals subtle gradients and hidden undertones — shifting from soft, ethereal tints to deep, moody hues within a single stroke. This shading effect adds a rhythmic, organic quality to handwriting, making every journal entry or sketch a unique exploration of colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e2. Metallic Sheen and High-Saturation Lustre\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eBeyond the delicate gradients lies the dramatic world of Sheen. For those seeking bold visual impact, Tono \u0026amp; Lims produces highly saturated inks that dry with a stunning metallic lustre on the surface of the paper. Depending on the lighting and angle, the base colour is transformed by a contrasting halo — a deep blue might reveal a flash of copper, or a forest green might glow with a halo of magenta. This sheening capability is a testament to the brand's mastery over pigment density and surface tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e3. Mesmerizing Shimmer and Pearlescent Particles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eFinally, Tono \u0026amp; Lims is globally renowned for its mastery of Shimmer. Their pearlescent series incorporates ultra-fine, high-grade particles that create a mesmerizing, sparkling finish. Whether it is the subtle gleam of a light shimmer or a heavy infusion of silver and gold, these inks are meticulously formulated for consistent particle distribution — designed to flow smoothly through fountain pens and allow your words to catch the light with every movement of the page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eA Symphony of Collaboration and Friendship\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAt the heart of Tono \u0026amp; Lims is a commitment to the stationery community. By partnering with independent artists, local boutiques, and ink enthusiasts across Japan and beyond, they have curated a collection as diverse as the creators themselves. Each bottle tells a story — not just of a pigment, but of a shared passion for the written word and the visual arts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eFrom the whimsical Baby Colour series to sophisticated limited-edition collaborations, Tono \u0026amp; Lims provides the tools to transform your writing into a journey of discovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eBased in Gatineau, Quebec, Shosai provides curated stationery to enthusiasts across the National Capital Region (Ottawa–Gatineau) and throughout Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"tono-and-lims-deeep-field-laniakea-fountain-pen-ink","title":"Tono \u0026 Lims DEEEP FIELD Laniakea – 30ml Fountain Pen Ink (Chroma Shading)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims DEEEP FIELD Laniakea — 30ml Fountain Pen Ink\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims DEEEP FIELD Laniakea\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 30ml limited edition fountain pen ink inspired by the \u003cstrong\u003eLaniakea Supercluster\u003c\/strong\u003e — the vast cosmic web spanning over 500 million light-years that contains our own Milky Way. Named from the Hawaiian \u003cem\u003e\"immeasurable heaven\"\u003c\/em\u003e, Laniakea captures the layered, shifting complexity of deep space in liquid form. It is one of the most visually sophisticated inks in Tono \u0026amp; Lims' celebrated DEEEP FIELD series, a Korean-made collection that pushes the boundaries of what fountain pen ink can do on the page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvailable at \u003cstrong\u003eShosai\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shosai.ca\" class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\"\u003eshosai.ca\u003c\/a\u003e) in Gatineau \/ Ottawa — with in-store pickup (J9J 0K6) and Canada-wide shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Makes Laniakea Different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMost fountain pen inks do one thing: they put colour on paper. Laniakea does something fundamentally different. Its \u003cstrong\u003echroma-separating formula\u003c\/strong\u003e means the ink does not dry to a single, flat colour — instead, it separates as it dries, revealing multiple distinct tones within a single stroke. The effect is less like traditional ink and more like watching a nebula resolve through a telescope: layers of colour emerging from apparent grey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis is not shimmer. This is not sheen. This is the ink itself refracting into complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eColour Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eLaniakea opens as a \u003cstrong\u003ecool, neutral grey\u003c\/strong\u003e — understated on first impression. On the page, however, it begins to transform almost immediately as the water content evaporates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eDry Shift \u0026amp; Chroma Separation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAs Laniakea dries, the grey base separates into:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep green\u003c\/strong\u003e at the ink's densest points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGolden yellow\u003c\/strong\u003e in mid-tone areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eViolet-purple\u003c\/strong\u003e at the stroke edges and in lighter passes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe exact balance of these colours shifts depending on three variables: \u003cstrong\u003enib wetness\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003epaper absorbency\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003ehow much ink is laid down\u003c\/strong\u003e. A broad, wet nib on Tomoe River paper will show all three tones simultaneously. A fine nib on standard copy paper will show a more restrained version of the same shift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eThe Cosmic Effect\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe combined result — grey core dissolving into green, yellow, and purple — mimics the colour structure of the Laniakea Supercluster itself, where galactic filaments of different densities and compositions create distinct visual zones when mapped by astronomers. Your writing becomes a small-scale echo of that structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eInk Properties at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShading\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e★★★★★ — \u003cstrong\u003eExceptional.\u003c\/strong\u003e Shading is Laniakea's primary identity. The tonal gradient within each stroke is among the most dramatic available in the Tono \u0026amp; Lims catalogue. Writers who favour expressive, calligraphic styles will find that each letter carries visible depth — lighter at the stroke entry, darker and more complex at the turn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNone.\u003c\/strong\u003e Laniakea contains no metallic shimmer particles. This makes it fully safe for fine nibs, delicate vintage pens, and pens with narrow ink channels. No risk of clogging or shimmer settling in the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNone.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rather than producing metallic edge sheen, Laniakea invests all its visual energy into the colour separation itself. The drama is in the ink film, not on its surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFlow \u0026amp; Behaviour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWater-based and well-behaved, Laniakea flows smoothly in standard fountain pen converters and cartridge-converter systems. It does not feather on quality paper, and dry time is consistent with other Tono \u0026amp; Lims inks — slightly longer on coated papers, which can actually enhance colour separation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow to Get the Most Out of Laniakea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Paper\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe quality of Laniakea's colour separation is directly tied to paper choice. For maximum effect:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTomoe River (52gsm or 68gsm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the gold standard for shading inks; slow absorption lets the chroma separation fully develop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMidori MD Paper\u003c\/strong\u003e — creamy surface with excellent ink pooling behaviour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRhodia \/ Clairefontaine\u003c\/strong\u003e — reliable and widely available; good separation on both\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCosmo Air Light\u003c\/strong\u003e — exceptional results for those seeking the full green-to-purple spread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvoid highly absorbent papers (standard copy paper, Moleskine). Fast absorption will compress the colour gradient before it can fully develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Nibs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium to Broad nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — more ink on the page means more visible separation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStub or Italic nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the contrast between thick and thin strokes creates dramatic gradient shifts within each letter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlex nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the variation in ink flow under flex pressure produces multiple tonal zones in a single downstroke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — will show the grey-to-green-purple shift on quality paper, though more subtly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJournaling and long-form writing\u003c\/strong\u003e — the colour shift rewards sustained writing sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand lettering and calligraphy\u003c\/strong\u003e — every stroke carries its own tonal narrative\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSketching and wash techniques\u003c\/strong\u003e — diluted with water, Laniakea can produce multi-tonal washes for illustrated journals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwatching and ink reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e — Laniakea is a highly photographable ink; the colour separation reads clearly in macro photography\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout the DEEEP FIELD Series\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDEEEP FIELD\u003c\/strong\u003e series is Tono \u0026amp; Lims' most technically ambitious regular line. Each ink in the series takes its name and conceptual identity from a specific astronomical phenomenon — from the Oort Cloud at the edge of our solar system to the vast superstructures of the observable universe. The series is defined by its use of \u003cstrong\u003echroma-separating pigment technology\u003c\/strong\u003e, which gives every ink a multi-tonal character unavailable in conventional single-pigment inks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eLaniakea sits at the largest scale in the series — the supercluster level — making it conceptually the most expansive ink in the collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout Tono \u0026amp; Lims\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims\u003c\/strong\u003e is a South Korean ink brand founded on the principle that fountain pen ink should be an artistic medium in its own right. Known for their adventurous colour formulations, limited edition releases, and thematic series, Tono \u0026amp; Lims has built a devoted global following among fountain pen enthusiasts, calligraphers, and stationery collectors. Their inks are manufactured in South Korea and distributed through curated stationery retailers worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDEEEP FIELD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLaniakea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSouth Korea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e30ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eGlass bottle with secure cap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater-based fountain pen ink\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCool Grey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDry Colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eGrey \/ Deep Green \/ Golden Yellow \/ Violet-Purple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eExceptional — Chroma-Separating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNib Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAll nib sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAvailability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLimited Edition — Spring 2025\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai — Ottawa–Gatineau\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShosai\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shosai.ca\" class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\"\u003eshosai.ca\u003c\/a\u003e) is a fine stationery boutique serving the \u003cstrong\u003eOttawa–Gatineau National Capital Region\u003c\/strong\u003e. We carry a curated selection of premium fountain pen inks, papers, and writing instruments from the world's most respected stationery brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e📍 \u003cstrong\u003eIn-store pickup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gatineau, QC — J9J 0K6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🛵 \u003cstrong\u003eLocal delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in the Ottawa–Gatineau area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🚚 \u003cstrong\u003eCanada-wide shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e🇫🇷 \u003cstrong\u003eService bilingue\u003c\/strong\u003e — français et anglais\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhether you are new to fountain pens or a seasoned collector, Shosai is your local destination for inks that go beyond the ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48064903643361,"sku":null,"price":35.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/DF003AD.jpg?v=1773150113"},{"product_id":"tono-and-lims-deeep-field-great-attractor-fountain-pen-ink","title":"Tono \u0026 Lims DEEEP FIELD Great Attractor – 30ml Fountain Pen Ink (Chroma Shading)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims DEEEP FIELD Great Attractor — 30ml Fountain Pen Ink\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims DEEEP FIELD Great Attractor\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 30ml fountain pen ink inspired by one of the most mysterious structures in the observable universe — the \u003cstrong\u003eGreat Attractor\u003c\/strong\u003e, a gravitational anomaly pulling hundreds of thousands of galaxies, including the Milky Way, toward a single region of space at 600 kilometres per second. We cannot see it directly; it lies hidden behind the dense star fields of our own galaxy. Yet its pull is undeniable. Great Attractor, the ink, behaves much the same way: its yellow base draws the eye immediately, but the complexity beneath — orange, brown, and unexpected blue-grey — reveals itself only as the ink dries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eReleased as part of the DEEEP FIELD series at the 2026 Mitsukoshi Stationery Festival in Japan, Great Attractor is one of Tono \u0026amp; Lims' most conceptually resonant inks to date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai (shosai.ca) in Gatineau \/ Ottawa — with in-store pickup (J9J 0K6) and Canada-wide shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Makes Great Attractor Different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eYellow fountain pen inks are rare. Yellow inks with genuine chroma-separating complexity are rarer still. Great Attractor is not simply a yellow ink — it is a yellow ink that refuses to stay yellow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIts separating properties mean the ink fractures as it dries, pulling apart into distinct colour zones across the same stroke. The effect is not shimmer. It is not sheen. It is the ink's own pigment chemistry unfolding across the page, the way gravitational forces pull different galactic structures in different directions — all toward the same invisible centre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eColour Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eGreat Attractor presents as a green-yellow tone in the bottle — an unusual, slightly murky warmth that hints at the complexity to come. On the page, however, the green-yellow settles into a clear, warm yellow as the dominant base colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eDry Shift \u0026amp; Chroma Separation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAs Great Attractor dries, its chroma-separating formula begins to pull the yellow base apart:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrange\u003c\/strong\u003e — appearing at the ink's densest pooling points and stroke centres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrown\u003c\/strong\u003e — emerging in transitional zones between wet and dry areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlue-grey\u003c\/strong\u003e — surfacing at stroke edges and in the lightest passes, the most unexpected and visually dramatic element of the separation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe presence of blue-grey in a yellow-based ink is what makes Great Attractor genuinely singular. It mirrors the astronomical phenomenon itself: the attractor cannot be seen directly, but its influence bends everything around it in unexpected directions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eThe Cosmic Effect\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe full separation — yellow dissolving into orange and brown, with blue-grey appearing at the periphery — maps visually onto the gravitational structure that inspired it. Dense areas mirror the mass concentration of the attractor itself; lighter strokes capture the stretched, distorted galactic filaments being drawn toward it. Your writing becomes a record of that invisible force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eInk Properties at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShading\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e★★★★☆ — Excellent. Shading is the ink's defining quality, with a visible tonal gradient from light to deep yellow within each stroke. On wider nibs and slower-absorbing papers, the gradient deepens noticeably, creating rich variation across longer strokes and broad letterforms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone. Great Attractor contains no metallic shimmer particles. It is fully safe for fine nibs, vintage pens, and pens with narrow ink channels. No clogging risk, no shimmer settling in the bottle over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone. Like others in the DEEEP FIELD series, Great Attractor channels its visual drama entirely into colour separation rather than surface metallic sheen. The complexity lives within the ink film itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFlow \u0026amp; Behaviour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWater-based and well-mannered, Great Attractor flows smoothly through standard converters and cartridge-converter systems. Dry time is consistent with the broader Tono \u0026amp; Lims range — slightly extended on coated papers, which works in the ink's favour by allowing the chroma separation more time to develop fully before the film sets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow to Get the Most Out of Great Attractor\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Paper\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePaper choice is the single greatest variable in how dramatically Great Attractor's colour separation expresses itself. For maximum effect:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTomoe River (52gsm or 68gsm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — slow absorption allows full chroma separation to develop; all four colour zones become visible simultaneously\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMidori MD Paper\u003c\/strong\u003e — creamy surface with excellent pooling; warm paper tone complements the yellow-orange palette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRhodia \/ Clairefontaine\u003c\/strong\u003e — reliable separation across both formats; a dependable everyday option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCosmo Air Light\u003c\/strong\u003e — exceptional for those seeking the full yellow-to-blue-grey spread in a single stroke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvoid highly absorbent papers (standard copy paper, Moleskine). Fast absorption compresses the colour gradient before it has time to separate, reducing the multi-tonal effect to a flat, unremarkable yellow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Nibs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium to Broad nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — more ink deposited means more visible separation across the full colour range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStub or Italic nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the contrast between thick and thin strokes creates multiple tonal zones within each letter; particularly striking for the orange-to-blue-grey transition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlex nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — ink flow variation under pressure produces dramatic shifts from yellow through to brown in a single downstroke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — will show the yellow-to-blue-grey shift on quality paper, with a more refined, restrained expression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJournaling and long-form writing\u003c\/strong\u003e — the colour separation rewards sustained writing; pages develop a warm, layered character over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand lettering and calligraphy\u003c\/strong\u003e — every stroke carries its own tonal arc, from yellow entry to orange and brown depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated journaling and wash work\u003c\/strong\u003e — diluted with water, Great Attractor produces multi-tonal yellow washes with unexpected cool undertones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwatching and ink documentation\u003c\/strong\u003e — the yellow-to-blue-grey range photographs exceptionally well; the separation reads clearly across all lighting conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003ePairing With the DEEEP FIELD Series\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims suggests pairing Great Attractor with \u003cstrong\u003eOort Swirl\u003c\/strong\u003e, another ink in the DEEEP FIELD series. The two inks occupy different ends of the colour spectrum, and their chroma-separating formulas create complementary layering effects when used across the same page or journal spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout the DEEEP FIELD Series\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe DEEEP FIELD series is Tono \u0026amp; Lims' most technically ambitious regular line. Each ink takes its name and conceptual identity from a specific astronomical phenomenon — from the Oort Cloud at the outermost edge of our solar system to the invisible gravitational structures that shape the large-scale architecture of the universe. The series is defined by its use of chroma-separating pigment technology, giving every ink a multi-tonal character unavailable in conventional single-pigment formulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eGreat Attractor sits at the hidden, gravitational heart of the series — the phenomenon that cannot be observed directly, only inferred from its effects on everything around it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout Tono \u0026amp; Lims\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims is a South Korean ink brand founded on the principle that fountain pen ink should be an artistic medium in its own right. Known for adventurous colour formulations, limited edition releases, and thematic series, Tono \u0026amp; Lims has built a devoted global following among fountain pen enthusiasts, calligraphers, and stationery collectors. Their inks are manufactured in South Korea and distributed through curated stationery retailers worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDEEEP FIELD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eGreat Attractor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSouth Korea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e30ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eGlass bottle with secure cap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater-based fountain pen ink\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eYellow (green-yellow in bottle)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDry Colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eYellow \/ Orange \/ Brown \/ Blue-Grey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eExcellent — Chroma-Separating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNib Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAll nib sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAvailability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLimited Edition — 2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai — Ottawa–Gatineau\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShosai (shosai.ca) is a fine stationery boutique serving the Ottawa–Gatineau National Capital Region. We carry a curated selection of premium fountain pen inks, papers, and writing instruments from the world's most respected stationery brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e📍 In-store pickup: Gatineau, QC — J9J 0K6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🛵 \u003cstrong\u003eLocal delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in the Ottawa–Gatineau area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e🚚 Canada-wide shipping available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e🇫🇷 Service bilingue — français et anglais\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhether you are new to fountain pens or a seasoned collector, Shosai is your local destination for inks that go beyond the ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48065242792161,"sku":null,"price":35.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/DF004AD.jpg?v=1773155850"},{"product_id":"tono-and-lims-horten-229-fountain-pen-ink","title":"Tono \u0026 Lims Horten 229 – 30ml Fountain Pen Ink (Dark Blue)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims Horten 229 — 30ml Fountain Pen Ink\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims Horten 229\u003c\/strong\u003e is a dark blue fountain pen ink named after the Horten Ho 229 — the world's first jet-powered flying wing aircraft, developed by Nazi Germany in the final years of World War II. Designed by brothers Reimar and Walter Horten, the Ho 229 was a machine ahead of its time: sleek, angular, and built to disappear. Its dark, radar-absorbing surface and unconventional silhouette gave it an almost phantom quality. Horten 229, the ink, carries that same character — a deep, composed blue that does not announce itself loudly, but commands attention through restraint and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis is a blue for writers who want something serious. Not a bright, expressive blue. Not a grey so dark it reads as black. Horten 229 occupies a precise, considered position: dark enough to carry weight, blue enough to remain unmistakably itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai (shosai.ca) in Gatineau \/ Ottawa — with in-store pickup (J9J 0K6) and Canada-wide shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Makes Horten 229 Different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eDark blue inks are among the most competitive categories in fountain pen ink. Horten 229 distinguishes itself not through drama or special effects, but through the quality of its colour and the reliability of its behaviour. Where many dark blues veer toward navy, indigo, or near-black, Horten 229 maintains a clear blue identity with a subtle grey undertone that gives it a sober, professional character without sacrificing warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIt is comparable in tone to Tono \u0026amp; Lims Dynamite and Pilot Iroshizuku Shin-Kai — darker than a standard navy, lighter than Taccia Ao-guro by several shades. For writers who have been searching for a dark blue that sits precisely in that range, Horten 229 is a strong candidate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eColour Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eHorten 229 is a dark blue with a mild grey cast. In the bottle, it reads as a deep, slightly muted blue — not dramatic, not murky, but controlled and deliberate. On the page, the grey undertone becomes more apparent, lending the ink a composed, almost military seriousness that suits its namesake well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShading\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eHorten 229 exhibits low shading. On Tomoe River paper, there is a gentle tonal shift from deep blue at the stroke's densest points to a slightly lighter blue in thinner areas — visible but not pronounced. Writers who prefer flat, consistent colour will find this entirely comfortable. Those who seek dramatic gradient effects should look elsewhere in the Tono \u0026amp; Lims catalogue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eA mild sheen is present. In areas of heavy ink pooling or on slower-drying papers, a subtle metallic quality becomes visible at the surface of the ink film. It is not a defining feature of Horten 229 — it will not dominate the look of your writing — but it adds a quiet layer of interest for those who look closely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone. Horten 229 contains no metallic shimmer particles. It is fully safe for fine nibs, vintage pens, and pens with narrow ink channels. No risk of clogging, no shimmer settling in the bottle over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eInk Properties at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eHorten 229 is a wet ink. It flows generously through standard converters and cartridge-converter systems, making it a comfortable choice for drier pens or fine nibs that benefit from added lubrication. The wet flow also contributes to the ink's mild sheen, as more ink on the page means more opportunity for the surface effect to develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eDry time is on the longer side — approximately 50 seconds on quality paper under normal conditions. Writers who work quickly through journals or notebooks should be aware of this, particularly on coated or slow-absorbing papers where dry time extends further. For left-handed writers or those who smudge easily, a medium or broader nib on faster-absorbing paper is advisable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone. Horten 229 is a standard water-based dye ink with no water resistance. It will run if exposed to moisture. For documents requiring longevity or water resistance, a pigment-based ink is recommended instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow to Get the Most Out of Horten 229\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Paper\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eHorten 229's wet flow and mild sheen express themselves best on smooth, slow-absorbing papers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTomoe River (52gsm or 68gsm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the wet flow pools gently, enhancing the mild sheen; shading is most visible here\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMidori MD Paper\u003c\/strong\u003e — smooth surface complements the ink's controlled, composed character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRhodia \/ Clairefontaine\u003c\/strong\u003e — reliable everyday option; consistent results across both formats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCosmo Air Light\u003c\/strong\u003e — brings out the grey undertone and mild sheen particularly well\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvoid highly absorbent papers (standard copy paper, Moleskine). Fast absorption will suppress both the shading and the sheen, reducing Horten 229 to a flat, featureless dark blue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Nibs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine to Medium nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — well-suited to Horten 229's character; the dark blue reads cleanly at smaller sizes and the wet flow compensates for any dryness in finer nibs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBroad or Stub nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the increased ink deposit brings out the mild sheen and makes the subtle shading more visible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — the absence of shimmer particles makes Horten 229 safe for older pens with narrow feeds and delicate ink channels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDry writers\u003c\/strong\u003e — the wet flow makes Horten 229 a practical choice for pens that tend to run on the dry side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEveryday writing and note-taking\u003c\/strong\u003e — the dark blue is highly legible and professional; a reliable daily ink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJournaling\u003c\/strong\u003e — the grey undertone gives written pages a composed, considered quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional correspondence\u003c\/strong\u003e — dark enough to read as serious, blue enough to avoid the severity of black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFountain pen photography and swatching\u003c\/strong\u003e — the grey-blue character photographs well under natural light, showing the mild sheen in pooled areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout Tono \u0026amp; Lims\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims is a South Korean ink brand founded on the principle that fountain pen ink should be an artistic medium in its own right. Known for adventurous colour formulations, limited edition releases, and thematic series, Tono \u0026amp; Lims has built a devoted global following among fountain pen enthusiasts, calligraphers, and stationery collectors. Their inks are manufactured in South Korea and distributed through curated stationery retailers worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eHorten 229\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSouth Korea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e30ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eGlass bottle with secure cap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater-based fountain pen ink\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDark Blue with grey undertone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMild\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e~50 seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNib Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAll nib sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai — Ottawa–Gatineau\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShosai (shosai.ca) is a fine stationery boutique serving the Ottawa–Gatineau National Capital Region. We carry a curated selection of premium fountain pen inks, papers, and writing instruments from the world's most respected stationery brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e📍 In-store pickup: Gatineau, QC — J9J 0K6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e🛵 Local delivery: Available in the Ottawa–Gatineau area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e🚚 Canada-wide shipping available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e🇫🇷 Service bilingue — français et anglais\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhether you are new to fountain pens or a seasoned collector, Shosai is your local destination for inks that go beyond the ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48066102919393,"sku":null,"price":35.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/LER001.jpg?v=1773170229"},{"product_id":"tono-and-lims-breakthrough-fountain-pen-ink","title":"Tono \u0026 Lims Breakthrough – 30ml Fountain Pen Ink (Dusty Purple)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims Breakthrough — 30ml Fountain Pen Ink\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims Breakthrough\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 30ml fountain pen ink built around one of the most underrepresented colours in the fountain pen world: a dusty, grey-toned purple that sits at the quiet intersection of mauve, grey, and muted violet. This is not a vivid purple. It is not a bright, saturated statement colour. Breakthrough occupies a considered, restrained position — a low-saturation, vintage-feeling grey-mauve that rewards writers who want something composed and distinctive without announcing itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eOriginally released as part of Tono \u0026amp; Lims' earlier catalogue and later revisited as a Remastered Limited Edition, Breakthrough has accumulated a loyal following among writers drawn to its understated, dusty character. It has been compared in tone to Sailor Studio 223 — a reference point that will resonate immediately with anyone familiar with that colour family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai (shosai.ca) in Gatineau \/ Ottawa — with in-store pickup (J9J 0K6) and Canada-wide shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Makes Breakthrough Different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIn a market saturated with purples that compete for attention — vivid violets, jewel-toned plums, shimmer-laden lavenders — Breakthrough does the opposite. It retreats. It quiets down. It offers a grey-mauve that feels almost archival, the kind of colour that suits long writing sessions, considered correspondence, and journals meant to be read years from now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThere are no special effects here. No shimmer particles catching the light. No sheen flashing at the stroke edges. No dramatic shading pulling the eye through colour gradients. What Breakthrough offers instead is consistency, character, and a colour that is genuinely difficult to find elsewhere in the fountain pen ink market at this tone and saturation level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eColour Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eBreakthrough is a dusty purple with a pronounced grey undertone — what might be described as a dark grayish mauve. In the bottle, it reads as a muted, slightly murky purple-grey. On the page, the colour settles into a composed, low-saturation mauve that leans neither too warm nor too cool. It dries to a restrained, vintage-feeling tone that sits closer to grey-purple than to any vivid violet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWriters who find most purples too bright or too saturated will find Breakthrough to be a rare and welcome exception.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShading\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone to minimal. Across swab tests and writing samples on a range of papers including Tomoe River, Breakthrough dries to a remarkably even, consistent colour. There is no meaningful tonal gradient between the densest and lightest areas of a stroke. Writers who prefer flat, uniform colour will find this entirely satisfying. Those who seek visible shading should look elsewhere in the Tono \u0026amp; Lims catalogue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone. Even on premium papers where sheen effects typically manifest most strongly — Tomoe River, Cosmo Air Light — Breakthrough shows no metallic edge sheen. The ink's visual identity is entirely in its base colour, undistracted by surface effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone. Breakthrough contains no metallic or iridescent shimmer particles. It is fully safe for fine nibs, vintage pens, and pens with narrow ink channels. No risk of clogging, no particles settling in the bottle over time. Despite occasional early discussions suggesting otherwise, mainstream reviews consistently confirm the absence of shimmer in both the original and Remastered Limited Edition versions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eInk Properties at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eBreakthrough is a smooth, wet ink. It flows generously through standard converters and cartridge-converter systems, making it a comfortable and reliable choice for a wide range of pen and nib combinations. The wet flow is particularly welcome in fine nibs, where it prevents skipping and ensures consistent colour delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eDry time is on the longer side — approximately 50 seconds on quality paper under normal conditions, with variation depending on paper absorbency and nib wetness. Writers who work quickly should be aware of this, particularly on coated papers where dry time extends further. Left-handed writers or those prone to smudging may prefer a medium nib on a faster-absorbing paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eLow to none. Breakthrough is a standard water-based dye ink. It will run if exposed to moisture and is not suitable for documents requiring water resistance or archival longevity. For those applications, a pigment-based ink is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShow-Through\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eModerate. On thinner papers, Breakthrough shows through to the reverse side at a moderate level — not severe, but worth considering when choosing paper for two-sided writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow to Get the Most Out of Breakthrough\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Paper\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eBreakthrough performs reliably across a wide range of papers. For the best expression of its dusty grey-mauve character:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTomoe River (52gsm or 68gsm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the slow absorption allows the full colour to develop; the grey undertone is most visible here\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMidori MD Paper\u003c\/strong\u003e — the creamy surface complements the vintage, muted tone of the ink particularly well\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRhodia \/ Clairefontaine\u003c\/strong\u003e — consistent, reliable results; a dependable everyday pairing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCosmo Air Light\u003c\/strong\u003e — brings out the dusty quality of the colour with excellent clarity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvoid highly absorbent papers (standard copy paper, Moleskine) where the wet flow may cause feathering and the colour depth will be compressed before it fully develops on the page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Nibs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine to Medium nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the wet flow ensures consistent ink delivery even in finer nibs; the grey-mauve reads cleanly at smaller sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBroad or Stub nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the increased ink deposit reveals more of the colour's depth and dusty character across wider strokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — the complete absence of shimmer particles makes Breakthrough entirely safe for older pens with delicate feeds and narrow ink channels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDry writers\u003c\/strong\u003e — the wet flow makes Breakthrough a practical and comfortable choice for pens that tend to run dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEveryday writing and journaling\u003c\/strong\u003e — the quiet, composed grey-mauve suits sustained writing sessions; pages take on a considered, vintage quality over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional correspondence\u003c\/strong\u003e — distinctive enough to be memorable, restrained enough to remain appropriate in formal contexts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-form note-taking\u003c\/strong\u003e — the flat, consistent colour is easy on the eye across extended reading; no visual noise from shading or sheen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFountain pen photography and swatching\u003c\/strong\u003e — the dusty grey-mauve photographs well under natural light; the colour's subtlety reads clearly in macro shots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout the Remastered Limited Edition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eBreakthrough was originally released as part of Tono \u0026amp; Lims' earlier catalogue before being revisited as a Remastered Limited Edition. The Remastered version maintains the core colour identity of the original — the dusty grey-mauve base, the flat consistent finish, the smooth wet flow — while reflecting Tono \u0026amp; Lims' ongoing refinement of their ink formulations. Both versions share the same essential character; the Remastered edition represents the most current and polished expression of what Breakthrough has always been.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout Tono \u0026amp; Lims\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims is a South Korean ink brand founded on the principle that fountain pen ink should be an artistic medium in its own right. Known for adventurous colour formulations, limited edition releases, and thematic series, Tono \u0026amp; Lims has built a devoted global following among fountain pen enthusiasts, calligraphers, and stationery collectors. Their inks are manufactured in South Korea and distributed through curated stationery retailers worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBreakthrough\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eEdition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOriginal \u0026amp; Remastered Limited Edition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSouth Korea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e30ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eGlass bottle with secure cap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater-based fountain pen ink\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDusty Purple \/ Dark Grey Mauve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone to minimal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSmooth, wet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e~50 seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLow to none\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNib Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAll nib sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai — Ottawa–Gatineau\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShosai (shosai.ca) is a fine stationery boutique serving the Ottawa–Gatineau National Capital Region. We carry a curated selection of premium fountain pen inks, papers, and writing instruments from the world's most respected stationery brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e📍 In-store pickup: Gatineau, QC — J9J 0K6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e🛵 Local delivery: Available in the Ottawa–Gatineau area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e🚚 Canada-wide shipping available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e🇫🇷 Service bilingue — français et anglais\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhether you are new to fountain pens or a seasoned collector, Shosai is your local destination for inks that go beyond the ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48067012919521,"sku":null,"price":35.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/LER002.jpg?v=1773190452"},{"product_id":"tono-and-lims-sea-of-illusion-fountain-pen-ink","title":"Tono \u0026 Lims Sea of Illusion – 30ml Fountain Pen Ink (Navy Blue)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims Sea of Illusion — 30ml Fountain Pen Ink\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims Sea of Illusion\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 30ml limited edition fountain pen ink built around a deep, saturated navy blue with a cool blue-grey base. This is not a simple dark blue. Sea of Illusion occupies a precise tonal position — cool, composed, and deliberate — without veering toward purple, teal, or black. Its defining characteristic is its medium shading: on quality paper, each stroke reveals a visible gradient from lighter blue to deep navy, giving the ink a quiet depth that rewards attentive writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eOriginally released as part of Tono \u0026amp; Lims' earlier catalogue and later revisited as a Remastered edition through select international channels, Sea of Illusion remains a limited and sought-after ink. It is a navy blue for writers who want more than flatness — but without the visual complexity of shimmer, sheen, or chroma separation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai (shosai.ca) in Gatineau \/ Ottawa — with in-store pickup (J9J 0K6) and Canada-wide shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Makes Sea of Illusion Different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNavy blue is one of the most populated categories in fountain pen ink. Every major brand offers at least one. What separates Sea of Illusion from the field is not a dramatic special effect — it is the quality and consistency of its shading, and the precision of its colour position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhere many navy blues collapse into near-black at their darkest or fade to a washed-out grey-blue at their lightest, Sea of Illusion maintains a coherent identity across the full tonal range of each stroke. The light areas read as clear, cool blue. The dark areas read as rich, deep navy. The gradient between them is smooth and natural — visible enough to add interest, controlled enough to remain professional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThere are no shimmer particles. There is no sheen. The ink's entire visual argument is made through colour and shading alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eColour Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSea of Illusion is a deep navy blue with a cool blue-grey cast. In the bottle, it presents as a rich, saturated dark blue — neither warm nor greenish, but distinctly cool and composed. On the page, the blue-grey base gives the dried ink a slightly restrained quality that keeps it from reading as a flat, heavy navy. The colour sits at approximately RGB 93, 133, 188 — a mid-dark blue that retains clear blue identity at all ink densities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShading\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMedium shading — the ink's most notable visual characteristic. On smooth, slow-absorbing papers such as Tomoe River, Sea of Illusion produces a clearly visible tonal gradient within each stroke: lighter cool blue at the stroke's thinner passages, deepening to rich navy at the densest points. The shading is consistent and reliable, becoming more pronounced with broader nibs and wetter writers. It is not the extreme, dramatic shading of a dedicated shading ink, but it is stable, attractive, and one of the primary reasons this ink has retained its following across multiple releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone. Across standard testing on quality papers and at multiple viewing angles, Sea of Illusion produces no metallic edge sheen — no red, purple, or other reflective overlay on dried strokes. The ink dries to pure navy blue, undistracted by surface effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone. Sea of Illusion is a standard dye-based ink containing no metallic or iridescent shimmer particles. It is fully safe for fine nibs, vintage pens, and pens with narrow ink channels. No clogging risk, no particles settling in the bottle over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eInk Properties at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAverage. Sea of Illusion flows at a moderate, balanced rate through standard converters and cartridge-converter systems. It is neither notably wet nor notably dry — a reliable middle ground that suits a wide range of nib sizes and pen types without requiring adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eLong — exceeding 60 seconds on quality paper such as Tomoe River under normal conditions. This is among the longer dry times in the Tono \u0026amp; Lims range and is worth factoring into your writing setup. On faster-absorbing papers, dry time will be shorter, though at the cost of reduced shading visibility. Left-handed writers and those who smudge easily should exercise particular caution and consider faster-absorbing paper or a finer nib.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone. Sea of Illusion is a standard water-based dye ink with no water resistance. It will run, bleed, or fade when exposed to moisture. It is not suitable for documents requiring archival longevity or water resistance. For those applications, a pigment-based ink is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFeathering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eModerate on standard papers. On fountain-pen-friendly papers — Tomoe River, Rhodia, Clairefontaine, Midori MD — Sea of Illusion performs well with clean stroke edges. On standard copy paper or more absorbent papers, some feathering may occur. Paper choice is important for getting clean results with this ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow to Get the Most Out of Sea of Illusion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Paper\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePaper choice directly determines how visible Sea of Illusion's medium shading will be. For the best results:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTomoe River (52gsm or 68gsm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the gold standard for this ink; slow absorption maximises the tonal gradient and gives the full blue-to-navy shading range room to develop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMidori MD Paper\u003c\/strong\u003e — smooth surface with good ink behaviour; the cool blue tone reads cleanly against the cream paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRhodia \/ Clairefontaine\u003c\/strong\u003e — consistent, reliable results with clean edges; a dependable everyday pairing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCosmo Air Light\u003c\/strong\u003e — excellent clarity; the shading gradient is well-defined and the cool blue-grey character is clearly visible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvoid highly absorbent papers (standard copy paper, Moleskine). Fast absorption compresses the tonal gradient before it develops, reduces shading visibility, and may cause feathering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Nibs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium to Broad nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the primary recommendation; more ink on the page means more visible shading across the full blue-to-navy range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStub or Italic nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the contrast between thick and thin strokes creates dramatic tonal variation within each letter; the shading effect is particularly striking in broader stroke sections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — shading is more subtle but still present on quality paper; a good choice for those who want the colour without the full gradient effect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — the complete absence of shimmer particles makes Sea of Illusion safe for older pens with delicate feeds and narrow ink channels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEveryday writing and journaling\u003c\/strong\u003e — the medium shading gives sustained writing sessions a quiet visual rhythm; pages develop a layered, considered quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional correspondence\u003c\/strong\u003e — navy blue remains one of the most universally appropriate ink colours for formal writing; the shading adds distinction without sacrificing legibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-form note-taking\u003c\/strong\u003e — the cool, composed colour is easy on the eye; the shading provides visual interest without distraction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFountain pen photography and swatching\u003c\/strong\u003e — the blue-to-navy shading gradient photographs clearly under natural light; the cool tone reads well across a range of lighting conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout the Remastered Edition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSea of Illusion was originally released as part of Tono \u0026amp; Lims' earlier catalogue before being revisited as a Remastered edition, available through select international and specialty channels. The Remastered version preserves the core colour identity and shading character of the original while reflecting Tono \u0026amp; Lims' ongoing refinement of their ink formulations. Both versions share the same essential profile — deep navy blue, medium shading, no shimmer, no sheen — with the Remastered edition representing the most current expression of the ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout Tono \u0026amp; Lims\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims is a South Korean ink brand founded on the principle that fountain pen ink should be an artistic medium in its own right. Known for adventurous colour formulations, limited edition releases, and thematic series, Tono \u0026amp; Lims has built a devoted global following among fountain pen enthusiasts, calligraphers, and stationery collectors. Their inks are manufactured in South Korea and distributed through curated stationery retailers worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSea of Illusion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eEdition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLimited Edition \/ Remastered Edition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSouth Korea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e30ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eGlass bottle with secure cap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater-based dye ink\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDeep Navy Blue \/ Blue-Grey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAverage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e60+ seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNib Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAll nib sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai — Ottawa–Gatineau\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShosai (shosai.ca) is a fine stationery boutique serving the Ottawa–Gatineau National Capital Region. We carry a curated selection of premium fountain pen inks, papers, and writing instruments from the world's most respected stationery brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e📍 In-store pickup: Gatineau, QC — J9J 0K6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e🛵 Local delivery: Available in the Ottawa–Gatineau area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e 🚚 Canada-wide shipping available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e🇫🇷 Service bilingue — français et anglais\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhether you are new to fountain pens or a seasoned collector, Shosai is your local destination for inks that go beyond the ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48067070689505,"sku":null,"price":35.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/LER003.jpg?v=1773191711"},{"product_id":"tono-and-lims-chigyoraku-fountain-pen-ink","title":"Tono \u0026 Lims Chigyoraku 知魚楽 – 30ml Fountain Pen Ink (Burgundy Purple)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims Chigyoraku 知魚楽 — 30ml Fountain Pen Ink\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims Chigyoraku 知魚楽\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 30ml limited edition fountain pen ink rooted in one of East Asian philosophy's most quietly joyful passages — the story of Zhuangzi and Huizi standing on a bridge, debating whether a fish can know happiness. The answer, in Zhuangzi's telling, is found not through logic but through feeling: you know joy by living it. Chigyoraku, the ink, carries that same emotional register. Its burgundy-plum base shifts from dusty rose to deep wine-purple across a single stroke, capturing something between delight and melancholy — the bittersweet beauty of a fading rose, the warmth of water catching light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe bottle label features two small fish and Chinese characters against the ink's base colour — a quiet piece of design that reflects the philosophical origin without overstating it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eOriginally released as a limited edition and later revisited as a Remastered version reformulated with updated materials for greater depth and refinement, Chigyoraku remains one of Tono \u0026amp; Lims' most emotionally resonant inks. The Remastered edition is the most current and polished expression of this colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai (shosai.ca) in Gatineau \/ Ottawa — with in-store pickup (J9J 0K6) and Canada-wide shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Makes Chigyoraku Different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eBurgundy and plum inks are not rare. But an ink that shifts convincingly from pale dusty rose to deep wine-purple within the same stroke — on the same page, in the same pen — is considerably rarer. Chigyoraku's defining quality is not simply its colour, but the range of its colour: the full arc from light pink through mauve to dark burgundy-purple, expressed through shading alone, without shimmer or sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe effect changes dramatically with paper. On Cosmo Air Light, the ink reads as a dusty, grey-pink rose with deep wine at the stroke centres. On Tomoe River, it shifts toward a richer grape-purple. On everyday papers, it settles into a composed pink-purple that remains entirely legible and professional. The same ink reads differently in every context — which is, perhaps, the point. Like Zhuangzi's fish, its happiness depends on where it swims.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eColour Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eChigyoraku is a complex burgundy-plum purple with warm pink undertones. In the bottle, it presents as a deep, slightly murky wine-purple — rich without being heavy. On the page, the colour resolves differently depending on paper and nib:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eOn \u003cstrong\u003eTomoe River\u003c\/strong\u003e, the ink reads closest to a deep grape-soda purple — saturated, warm, and rich\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eOn \u003cstrong\u003eCosmo Air Light\u003c\/strong\u003e and similar papers, it shifts toward a dramatic dusty rose in lighter areas, deepening to pink-purple and dark burgundy at the stroke's densest points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eOn standard papers, it settles into a composed pink-mauve that reads cleanly at all nib sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe colour sits at approximately RGB 182, 118, 142 — a pink-purple that is warm at its lightest and deeply vinous at its darkest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShading\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMedium to heavy — Chigyoraku's most defining and celebrated characteristic. The tonal range within a single stroke is exceptional: light passes read as soft, dusty pink; mid-tones resolve into mauve and warm purple; the densest areas deepen into dark burgundy and wine-purple. The gradient is expressive and dramatic without being garish — it rewards broad nibs, slow writing, and quality paper, but remains attractive even in finer nibs on everyday stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis is one of the most visually expressive shading inks in the Tono \u0026amp; Lims catalogue. Writers who value tonal depth over flatness will find Chigyoraku to be among the most rewarding inks available at this colour position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eReflet métallique (Sheen)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone to minimal. Reviews of both the original and Remastered versions consistently report no significant sheen. The ink's entire visual energy is invested in its shading range rather than surface metallic effects. On premium papers under certain lighting conditions, a very faint warmth may appear at pooling points, but this is not a defining feature of the ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003ePaillettes (Shimmer)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone. Chigyoraku is a standard dye-based ink containing no metallic or iridescent shimmer particles. It is fully safe for fine nibs, vintage pens, and pens with narrow ink channels. No clogging risk, no particles settling in the bottle over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eInk Properties at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAverage. Chigyoraku flows at a balanced, moderate rate through standard converters and cartridge-converter systems — neither notably wet nor notably dry. The flow is consistent across nib sizes, making it a reliable choice for a wide range of pens without adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe original version tested at approximately 40 seconds on quality paper — on the longer side for a dye ink. The Remastered version performs at an average or slightly faster dry time on quality paper, reflecting the reformulation. On faster-absorbing papers, dry time is shorter, though at the cost of reduced shading visibility. Left-handed writers and those prone to smudging should factor this into their paper and nib choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone. Chigyoraku is a standard water-based dye ink with no water resistance. It will run or fade when exposed to moisture and is not suitable for documents requiring archival longevity. For those applications, a pigment-based ink is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eLine Quality\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eCrisp and clean on quality fountain pen papers. On premium papers — Tomoe River, Cosmo Air Light, Rhodia — Chigyoraku lays down clean, well-defined strokes with no feathering. On standard office paper, performance is slightly reduced but remains acceptable for everyday use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow to Get the Most Out of Chigyoraku\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Paper\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePaper choice is the single most important variable in how Chigyoraku's shading expresses itself. The ink behaves differently enough across paper types that the choice genuinely changes the character of the colour:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCosmo Air Light\u003c\/strong\u003e — the most dramatic expression; dusty rose in lighter areas, deep burgundy at stroke centres; the full pink-to-wine range is visible simultaneously\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTomoe River (52gsm or 68gsm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — shifts the colour toward a richer grape-purple; slower absorption maximises the tonal gradient; the gold standard for shading inks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMidori MD Paper\u003c\/strong\u003e — creamy surface brings out the warm pink undertones; excellent pooling behaviour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRhodia \/ Clairefontaine\u003c\/strong\u003e — consistent, reliable results; a dependable everyday option that shows the shading clearly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvoid highly absorbent papers (standard copy paper, Moleskine). Fast absorption compresses the tonal gradient before it develops, reducing the pink-to-burgundy range to a flat, mid-tone mauve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Nibs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium to Broad nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the primary recommendation; more ink on the page means the full pink-to-burgundy shading range is visible within each stroke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStub or Italic nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the contrast between thick and thin strokes creates multiple tonal zones within each letter; particularly striking for expressive writing and lettering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlex nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the variation in ink flow under flex pressure produces dramatic shifts from pale pink to deep wine within a single downstroke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — shading is more restrained but still present on quality paper; a good choice for those who want the colour without the full expressive range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtistic writing and expressive journaling\u003c\/strong\u003e — the pink-to-burgundy shading range rewards sustained writing; each page develops its own tonal narrative\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated journaling and wash work\u003c\/strong\u003e — diluted with water, Chigyoraku produces multi-tonal pink and mauve washes with unexpected depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEveryday writing\u003c\/strong\u003e — the composed pink-mauve base reads cleanly and professionally on standard papers; distinctive without being distracting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwatching and ink documentation\u003c\/strong\u003e — the shading range photographs exceptionally well; the full pink-to-burgundy gradient reads clearly in natural light and macro photography\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout the Remastered Edition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eChigyoraku was originally released as a limited edition before being revisited as a Remastered version, reformulated with updated materials to bring greater depth and refinement to the colour. The Remastered edition preserves the core identity of the original — the burgundy-plum base, the expressive shading range, the philosophical origin — while representing Tono \u0026amp; Lims' most current and polished expression of this ink. Both versions share the same essential character; the Remastered edition is the version currently available through select retailers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout Tono \u0026amp; Lims\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims is a South Korean ink brand founded on the principle that fountain pen ink should be an artistic medium in its own right. Known for adventurous colour formulations, limited edition releases, and thematic series, Tono \u0026amp; Lims has built a devoted global following among fountain pen enthusiasts, calligraphers, and stationery collectors. Their inks are manufactured in South Korea and distributed through curated stationery retailers worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eChigyoraku 知魚楽\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eEdition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLimited Edition \/ Remastered Edition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSouth Korea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e30ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eGlass bottle with secure cap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater-based dye ink\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBurgundy \/ Plum Purple \/ Pink-Purple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMedium to Heavy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone to minimal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAverage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e~40 sec (original) \/ Average (Remastered)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNib Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAll nib sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai — Ottawa–Gatineau\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShosai (shosai.ca) is a fine stationery boutique serving the Ottawa–Gatineau National Capital Region. We carry a curated selection of premium fountain pen inks, papers, and writing instruments from the world's most respected stationery brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e📍 In-store pickup: Gatineau, QC — J9J 0K6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e🛵 Local delivery: Available in the Ottawa–Gatineau area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e 🚚 Canada-wide shipping available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e🇫🇷 Service bilingue — français et anglais\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhether you are new to fountain pens or a seasoned collector, Shosai is your local destination for inks that go beyond the ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48067158802657,"sku":null,"price":35.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/LER004.jpg?v=1773194438"},{"product_id":"tono-and-lims-city-of-mist-fountain-pen-ink","title":"Tono \u0026 Lims City of Mist – 30ml Fountain Pen Ink (Grey)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims City of Mist — 30ml Fountain Pen Ink\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims City of Mist is a 30ml limited edition fountain pen ink built around a cool, neutral grey — a colour that is deceptively simple on first impression and quietly compelling in use. Grey inks occupy a precise niche in the fountain pen world: too light and they disappear; too dark and they read as black. City of Mist finds the right position — a mid-tone, slightly cool grey that holds its identity across nib sizes and paper types, while its shading gives each stroke a visible depth that flat greys cannot match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eA collaboration between the Japanese brand Tono \u0026amp; Lims and South Korea's Lim's Lab, City of Mist was originally released as a limited edition available primarily at pen shows and select events. It has since been revisited as a Remastered Limited Edition, reformulated with updated materials for greater depth and refinement, and made available through select international channels. The Remastered edition is the most current and polished expression of this colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai (shosai.ca) in Gatineau \/ Ottawa — with in-store pickup (J9J 0K6) and Canada-wide shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Makes City of Mist Different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eGrey is one of the most technically demanding colours in fountain pen ink. A grey that reads as flat and lifeless on the page offers nothing that a diluted black cannot provide more reliably. City of Mist avoids that trap through its shading — a visible gradient from lighter to darker grey within each stroke that gives the ink a textured, atmospheric quality entirely its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe name is apt. City of Mist does not assert itself. It settles. It diffuses. It creates the impression of depth without drama — a grey that feels considered rather than merely neutral. Writers who find black too heavy and blue too conventional will find in City of Mist a third option that is neither compromise nor afterthought.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eColour Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eCity of Mist is a mid-tone, cool neutral grey. In the bottle, it presents as a clean, slightly muted grey — neither warm nor noticeably blue-toned, but distinctly cool in character. On the page, the grey settles into a composed, legible tone that sits at approximately RGB 109, 106, 116 — close enough to neutral to work in professional contexts, cool enough to carry quiet character. It is not a dark charcoal and not a pale silver-grey; it occupies the considered middle ground between the two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShading\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eVisible and characterful — the ink's defining quality. City of Mist produces a clear tonal gradient from lighter grey in the thinner areas of each stroke to deeper, denser grey at the pooling points. The Remastered version enhances this further, using updated materials to strengthen the depth and refinement of the shading effect. On quality papers with broader nibs, the gradient becomes particularly pronounced, giving sustained writing sessions a layered, atmospheric quality that flat grey inks cannot achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eReflet métallique (Sheen)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone. Reviews and descriptions of both the original and Remastered versions consistently report no metallic edge sheen. City of Mist invests its visual identity entirely in its grey base and shading character rather than surface reflective effects. The ink dries to pure grey, undistracted by sheen at any angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003ePaillettes (Shimmer)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone. City of Mist contains no metallic or iridescent shimmer particles. It is a standard dye-based ink, fully safe for fine nibs, vintage pens, and pens with narrow ink channels. No clogging risk, no particles settling in the bottle over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eInk Properties at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSmooth and reliable. City of Mist flows well through standard converters and cartridge-converter systems across a wide range of nib sizes. The flow is consistent and balanced — a comfortable everyday ink that does not require adjustment or special handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003epH\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eApproximately 9.2 — slightly alkaline. This is within the normal range for fountain pen inks and does not present compatibility issues with standard pens and materials. Writers with particularly sensitive vintage pens or unusual ink channel materials may wish to note this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone. City of Mist is a standard water-based dye ink with no water resistance. It will run or fade when exposed to moisture and is not suitable for documents requiring archival longevity. For those applications, a pigment-based ink is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eBottle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e30ml glass bottle — the standard Tono \u0026amp; Lims format, with a secure cap suitable for long-term storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow to Get the Most Out of City of Mist\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Paper\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eCity of Mist's shading expresses itself most clearly on smooth, slow-absorbing papers that allow the ink film time to develop its tonal gradient before setting:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTomoe River (52gsm or 68gsm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — slow absorption maximises the light-to-dark grey gradient; the shading is at its most visible and atmospheric here\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMidori MD Paper\u003c\/strong\u003e — smooth surface with excellent ink pooling behaviour; the cool grey tone reads cleanly against the cream paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRhodia \/ Clairefontaine\u003c\/strong\u003e — consistent, reliable results; a dependable everyday pairing that shows the shading clearly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCosmo Air Light\u003c\/strong\u003e — excellent clarity; the cool neutral grey character is well-defined and the shading gradient reads with precision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvoid highly absorbent papers (standard copy paper, Moleskine). Fast absorption compresses the tonal gradient before it develops, reducing City of Mist to a flat, unremarkable grey with no visible depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Nibs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium to Broad nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the primary recommendation; more ink on the page means the full light-to-dark grey shading range is visible within each stroke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStub or Italic nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the contrast between thick and thin strokes creates multiple tonal zones within each letter; the shading effect is particularly atmospheric in broader stroke sections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — shading is more subtle but still present on quality paper; a good choice for those who prefer a more restrained expression of the gradient\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — the complete absence of shimmer particles makes City of Mist entirely safe for older pens with delicate feeds and narrow ink channels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEveryday writing and note-taking\u003c\/strong\u003e — the cool neutral grey is highly legible and professional; a distinctive alternative to black for daily correspondence and journaling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional correspondence\u003c\/strong\u003e — grey reads as considered and precise; City of Mist occupies a tone that is formal without severity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-form journaling\u003c\/strong\u003e — the shading gives sustained writing sessions a layered, atmospheric quality; pages develop visible tonal depth over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFountain pen photography and swatching\u003c\/strong\u003e — the light-to-dark grey gradient photographs clearly under natural light; the shading reads well in macro photography\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout the Remastered Limited Edition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eCity of Mist was originally released as a limited edition available primarily at pen shows and select events, a collaboration between Tono \u0026amp; Lims and Lim's Lab. It has since been revisited as a Remastered Limited Edition, reformulated with updated materials to bring greater depth and refinement to the grey base and shading character. The Remastered edition preserves the core identity of the original — the cool neutral grey, the visible shading, the composed atmospheric character — while representing the most current and polished expression of the ink. It is available through select international and specialty retailers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout Tono \u0026amp; Lims\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims is a South Korean ink brand founded on the principle that fountain pen ink should be an artistic medium in its own right. Known for adventurous colour formulations, limited edition releases, and thematic series, Tono \u0026amp; Lims has built a devoted global following among fountain pen enthusiasts, calligraphers, and stationery collectors. Their inks are manufactured in South Korea and distributed through curated stationery retailers worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCity of Mist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCollaboration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims × Lim's Lab\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eEdition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLimited Edition \/ Remastered Limited Edition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSouth Korea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e30ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eGlass bottle with secure cap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater-based dye ink\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCool Neutral Grey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003epH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e~9.2 (slightly alkaline)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVisible — Light to Dark Grey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSmooth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNib Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAll nib sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai — Ottawa–Gatineau\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShosai (shosai.ca) is a fine stationery boutique serving the Ottawa–Gatineau National Capital Region. We carry a curated selection of premium fountain pen inks, papers, and writing instruments from the world's most respected stationery brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e📍 In-store pickup: Gatineau, QC — J9J 0K6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e 🛵 Local delivery: Available in the Ottawa–Gatineau area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e🚚 Canada-wide shipping available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e 🇫🇷 Service bilingue — français et anglais\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhether you are new to fountain pens or a seasoned collector, Shosai is your local destination for inks that go beyond the ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48070358171873,"sku":null,"price":35.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/LER005.jpg?v=1773236042"},{"product_id":"tono-and-lims-eva-82-hrs-fountain-pen-ink","title":"Tono \u0026 Lims EVA 82 hrs – 30ml Fountain Pen Ink (Turquoise)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims EVA 82 hrs — 30ml Fountain Pen Ink\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims EVA 82 hrs is a 30ml limited edition fountain pen ink built around a bright, saturated turquoise — a clean blue-green that sits in the precise tonal range where sky blue meets tropical water. This is not a muted or dusty turquoise. EVA 82 hrs presents as a vivid, confident blue-green that retains its saturation both wet and dry, without veering toward either pure blue or pure green. Its RGB profile sits at approximately 52, 156, 214 — a bright, clear turquoise that has drawn comparisons to Lamy Vibrant Turquoise in tone and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eOriginally released as a Japanese domestic or pen show limited edition, EVA 82 hrs has since been made available internationally through a Remastered edition. It is a reliable, well-behaved turquoise for writers who want a clean, expressive colour without the complexity of heavy shading, shimmer, or dramatic sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai (shosai.ca) in Gatineau \/ Ottawa — with in-store pickup (J9J 0K6) and Canada-wide shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhat Makes EVA 82 hrs Different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTurquoise is one of the most populated colour categories in fountain pen ink, with strong entries from Lamy, Diamine, Pilot, and many others. EVA 82 hrs does not attempt to out-drama the competition. Instead, it offers something more considered: a turquoise that is bright without being harsh, saturated without being overwhelming, and well-behaved enough for everyday use without sacrificing visual interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe low shading adds a gentle tonal variation that prevents the ink from reading as completely flat. The mild sheen adds a quiet surface interest on premium papers. Neither effect dominates — they complement the base colour without distracting from it. EVA 82 hrs is a turquoise that works as hard as you need it to, and no harder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eColour Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eEVA 82 hrs is a bright, clear turquoise with a strong blue presence and a fresh green undertone. In the bottle, it presents as a vivid, slightly electric blue-green — immediately recognisable as turquoise, neither too warm nor too cool. On the page, the colour dries to a composed, saturated turquoise that holds its identity across nib sizes and paper types. The colour sits at approximately RGB 52, 156, 214 — closer to a bright sky blue with turquoise character than to a green-dominant teal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWriters familiar with Lamy Vibrant Turquoise will find EVA 82 hrs to occupy a similar tonal position, with the characteristic Tono \u0026amp; Lims refinement in flow and behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShading\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eLow. EVA 82 hrs exhibits a gentle tonal variation between the lighter and denser areas of each stroke — visible on quality paper under good lighting, but not pronounced. The gradient is a subtle shift from lighter turquoise to a slightly deeper blue-green at the pooling points, rather than a dramatic multi-tonal separation. Writers who prefer consistent, even colour will find this entirely comfortable. Those seeking dramatic shading should look to other inks in the Tono \u0026amp; Lims catalogue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMild. On premium papers such as Tomoe River, EVA 82 hrs shows a subtle metallic surface quality at heavier ink deposits — a quiet warmth or slight reflective quality that becomes visible at certain angles. It is not a high sheen or rainbow sheen ink; the effect is restrained and does not dominate the ink's overall appearance. It adds a layer of interest for those who look closely without changing the fundamental character of the colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone. EVA 82 hrs is a standard dye-based ink containing no metallic or iridescent shimmer particles. It is fully safe for fine nibs, vintage pens, and pens with narrow ink channels. No clogging risk, no particles settling in the bottle over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eInk Properties at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAverage. EVA 82 hrs flows at a balanced, moderate rate through standard converters and cartridge-converter systems — neither notably wet nor notably dry. It is a comfortable, reliable choice for a wide range of pen and nib combinations without requiring adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eApproximately 25 seconds on quality paper under normal conditions — a moderate dry time that suits most writing styles and paper types. Faster than many Tono \u0026amp; Lims inks, making EVA 82 hrs a more practical choice for writers who work quickly or tend to smudge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNone. EVA 82 hrs is a standard water-based dye ink with no water resistance. It will run or fade when exposed to moisture and is not suitable for documents requiring archival longevity. For those applications, a pigment-based ink is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFeathering and Bleed-Through\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMinimal on quality papers. On fountain-pen-friendly papers — Tomoe River, Rhodia, Clairefontaine, Midori MD — EVA 82 hrs performs cleanly with well-defined stroke edges and no bleed-through. On standard absorbent papers, some feathering may occur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow to Get the Most Out of EVA 82 hrs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Paper\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eEVA 82 hrs performs reliably across a wide range of papers. For the best expression of its turquoise character and mild sheen:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTomoe River (52gsm or 68gsm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — slow absorption allows the mild sheen to develop fully; the turquoise reads at its most vivid and the subtle shading is most visible here\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMidori MD Paper\u003c\/strong\u003e — smooth surface complements the bright blue-green character; excellent everyday pairing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRhodia \/ Clairefontaine\u003c\/strong\u003e — consistent, reliable results with clean stroke edges; a dependable everyday option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCosmo Air Light\u003c\/strong\u003e — the bright turquoise reads with excellent clarity; clean edges and good ink behaviour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvoid highly absorbent papers (standard copy paper, Moleskine). Fast absorption suppresses both the mild sheen and the subtle shading, and may cause feathering that disrupts the clean turquoise character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Nibs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine to Medium nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the bright turquoise reads cleanly at smaller sizes; a natural fit for everyday writing and note-taking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium to Broad nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — more ink on the page brings out the mild sheen and makes the subtle shading more visible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStub or Italic nibs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the contrast between thick and thin strokes adds visual interest to the colour's low shading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage pens\u003c\/strong\u003e — the complete absence of shimmer particles makes EVA 82 hrs entirely safe for older pens with delicate feeds and narrow ink channels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEveryday writing and note-taking\u003c\/strong\u003e — the bright, clean turquoise is highly legible and distinctive; a reliable daily ink for those who want colour without complexity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJournaling\u003c\/strong\u003e — the mild sheen and low shading add quiet visual interest to sustained writing sessions without dominating the page\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional correspondence\u003c\/strong\u003e — bright enough to be memorable, controlled enough to remain appropriate in most contexts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFountain pen photography and swatching\u003c\/strong\u003e — the saturated turquoise photographs clearly under natural light; the mild sheen reads well in macro shots on premium paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout the Remastered Edition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eEVA 82 hrs was originally released as a Japanese domestic or pen show limited edition before being revisited as a Remastered edition for international distribution. The Remastered version preserves the core colour identity and reliable behaviour of the original — the bright turquoise base, the low shading, the mild sheen — while reflecting Tono \u0026amp; Lims' ongoing refinement of their ink formulations. The Remastered edition is the most current and widely available expression of this ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAbout Tono \u0026amp; Lims\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims is a South Korean ink brand founded on the principle that fountain pen ink should be an artistic medium in its own right. Known for adventurous colour formulations, limited edition releases, and thematic series, Tono \u0026amp; Lims has built a devoted global following among fountain pen enthusiasts, calligraphers, and stationery collectors. Their inks are manufactured in South Korea and distributed through curated stationery retailers worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/60 py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTono \u0026amp; Lims\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eEVA 82 hrs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eEdition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLimited Edition \/ Remastered Edition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSouth Korea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e30ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eGlass bottle with secure cap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eInk Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater-based dye ink\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBase Colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBright Turquoise \/ Blue-Green\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eShimmer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSheen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eMild\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eFlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAverage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eDry Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e~25 seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNib Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-border-300\/30 py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eAll nib sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eAvailable at Shosai — Ottawa–Gatineau\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShosai (shosai.ca) is a fine stationery boutique serving the Ottawa–Gatineau National Capital Region. We carry a curated selection of premium fountain pen inks, papers, and writing instruments from the world's most respected stationery brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e📍 In-store pickup: Gatineau, QC — J9J 0K6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e 🛵 Local delivery: Available in the Ottawa–Gatineau area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e🚚 Canada-wide shipping available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e 🇫🇷 Service bilingue — français et anglais\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhether you are new to fountain pens or a seasoned collector, Shosai is your local destination for inks that go beyond the ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shosai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48070511952097,"sku":null,"price":35.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/files\/LER007.jpg?v=1773239795"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/8032\/1249\/collections\/IMG_3584_1.jpg?v=1773080074","url":"https:\/\/shosai.ca\/collections\/tono-and-lims-shading-sheen-shimmer.oembed","provider":"Shosai","version":"1.0","type":"link"}