The surface features a Japan Violet exterior (dark black with purple undertones), colored with pigment ink instead of dye ink to avoid the inconsistencies and bumps that bad dye jobs bring. Moving to the middle, the Hayate features single bubble rubber foam for a thin cushion that provides a little bounce back. Down at the bottom, anti-slip embossing ensures that the mouse pad stays exactly where it should. Granting fast initial motion, complete stop control, and minimal lift off distance, the Artisan Hayate OTSU is a prime option.