A minimal, highly customizable Debian-based operating system inspired by the aesthetics of Blue Archive.
KivotOS (formerly Blue Archive Linux) is designed for users who want a lightweight, optimized system that doesn't compromise on aesthetics. Welcome to Kivotos, Sensei.
This project offers a unique computing experience tailored for daily usage, development, and gaming. It is crafted with passion by Senseis, for Senseis, ensuring every boot feels like logging into Schale Residence.
- Base System: Debian
- Build Tools: Live-build (you can found original doc here), Docker (if you want to use docker method)
- Desktop Environments: XFCE, GNOME, KDE Plasma
- Window Managers: Openbox, Niri, Hyprland, AwesomeWM, i3
To get a local copy up and running or to build your own ISO, follow these simple steps.
- Docker (for containerized builds)
live-build(for native builds)- A 64-bit x86_64 system
1. Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/Kivot-OS/KivotOS.git
cd KivotOS2. Build Method A: Shell Script
sudo bash build.sh3. Build Method B: Makefile (Dockerized)
Ensure you have Docker installed and running. Please refer to the official Docker documentation for installation instructions specific to your OS.
# Once Docker is running:
make menuconfig
make4. Post-Install
After installing KivotOS, you can install your preferred environment using standard APT:
# Example: updating and installing environment
sudo apt update
sudo apt install kivotos-kde-plasmaContributions, issues, and feature requests are welcome! Feel free to check the issues page.
- Fork the Project
- Create your Feature Branch (
git checkout -b feature/AmazingFeature) - Commit your Changes (
git commit -m 'Add some AmazingFeature') - Push to the Branch (
git push origin feature/AmazingFeature) - Open a Pull Request
Give a ⭐️ if you like this project! It helps fund Arona's strawberry milk supply. 🍓🥛
Get Help & Stay Connected
- Nexon & Yostar for creating the Blue Archive universe and our beloved students.
- Arona & Plana for (hopefully) keeping the system stable.
- Debian Project for the solid operating system foundation.
- Microverse for the README template inspiration.
- All the fellow Senseis, beta testers, and contributors who helped shape this project.
This project is GPLv3 licensed.
Why GPLv3? We chose the GNU General Public License v3.0 because it ensures that KivotOS and all derivative works remain free and open source forever. It allows anyone to use, modify, and distribute the software — but any modifications must also be released under the same license. We want KivotOS to stay open for the community, not be absorbed into proprietary products.
To everyone who starred, forked, or just downloaded KivotOS — thank you.
Even though @minhmc2007 has stepped back, the spirit of Kivotos lives on. With @dungdinhmanh taking the lead, we continue to build a system crafted with passion.
— The KivotOS Team —
Made with 💙 by Senseis, for Senseis
"A minimal system with maximum Blue Archive vibes"
⭐ Star us on GitHub if you're excited about KivotOS!