Your post is remarkably clear despite your inability to choose a typeface or set kerning. Using standardized symbols is the way we communicate.

Flat design is a dogma, but nearly so dependent upon revelation and faith. A five colored gradient emulating perfect lighting of a semi-glossy aluminum rod is carving saints into the tympanium - semiotics for the initiated and confirmation of one's devotion to sacred values. The word "perfect" gives the language game away.