2026:Mascot
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Bonjour! Meet Lucé, our official Wikimania mascot...and discover what Lucé stands for.
The Spark of Wikimania
With a head shaped like a lightbulb, Lucé is a nod to the Siècle des Lumières (the Age of Enlightenment) and the birth of the great encyclopedias. But don't look for any magical superpowers here – Lucé doesn't have any! Instead, Lucé’s real strength lies in something far more powerful: collaboration.
Who is Lucé?
- Jovial and sociable: Luce loves meeting people from all over the globe. For Lucé, the best way to light up a room is to fill it with friends.
- Infinitely curious: Lucé has an insatiable thirst for learning. The bulb glows a little brighter every time Lucé discovers a new fact or asks a question.
- A trusted guide: In a stormy ocean of fake news and misinformation, Lucé stands as a reliable little lighthouse, guiding everyone toward verified, open knowledge.
Lucé’s philosophy
Lucé loves the old saying: "A single candle can light thousands of others without ever shortening its own life." That is exactly how Lucé sees open knowledge – it only grows when it is shared.
You can already see Lucé in action on the Designs page, and keep an eye out for more Lucé as we count down the days to Wikimania!