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Blade
AddedFeb 15, 2024
UpdatedJun 28, 2026
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Blade Nation: A renowned underground computer artscene group, active from 1994-1998, specializing in ANSI and ASCII art.

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Boston, MA, US
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1994
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Blade, also known as The Blade Nation, was an underground computer artscene group founded in 1994 by ANSI artist Sub Zero in New Jersey. The group's core mission was to push the boundaries of digital art through the creation and distribution of ANSI, ASCII, and high-resolution artwork. Blade primarily operated from 1994 to 1997, with a brief resurgence in 1998, focusing on the niche market of digital art enthusiasts and the broader artscene community.

Notable affiliated individuals include the founder Sub Zero and other prominent artists within the digital artscene. Despite its relatively short lifespan, Blade made a significant impact by contributing to the evolution and appreciation of digital art forms. The group's key achievements include the release of numerous influential artworks that have been celebrated for their creativity and technical prowess. Blade's legacy continues to inspire contemporary digital artists and remains a respected name in the history of computer art.

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Blade - Quick Facts

Who are Blade's competitors?

Companies similar to Blade include Blade Games World, ArtSquare, Spellbrush and Outland.

When was Blade founded?

Blade was founded in 1994.

Where is Blade's headquarters located?

Blade's headquarters is located in Boston, MA, US.

Blade - Classification

Ownership
  • Private
Geographic Exposure
  • United States
Customer
  • Consumers
Main Product
  • Artwork
  • Digital Art
NAICS
  • 513200Software Publishers
  • 510000Information
  • 513000Publishing Industries
  • 513210Software Publishers
SIC
  • 7300Business Services
  • 7370Computer Programming, Data Processing, And Other Computer Related
  • 7372Prepackaged Software