Frequently Asked Questions

What is this zine about?
The myth and magic of celestial fantasy and a love written in the stars.Our stories and art will explore themes of celestial and astrological fantasy, myth, destiny, and legends. Examples include fairytales about the galaxy (star royalty, sun and moon spirits, how the astrological signs were born, etc.), the ideas of fate and destiny based in the stars (such as reincarnation, soulmates, and similar themes), character exploration regarding their star signs (introspective pieces, works regarding compatibility, how a sign impacts someone's personality, and so on), and pieces that deal with the galaxies, stars, and celestials in a fantastic/fantasy way.What is the zine rating?
PG-13, or the equivalent of the Teen rating on AO3. This rating, as it is in movies, contains slightly more intense material than a PG-rated story, but is not as intense as an R-rated story. Violence may be described in detail some readers may find disturbing. References to mature themes may appear, but not be described in detail. Actual sex may be implied to happen, although sex scenes are usually still "fade to black." The content would not be inappropriate in modern young adult fiction.Is this zine for charity or profit?
This is intended to be a split-profit zine, meaning half of the profits will go to charity and half will go to the contributors, provided the zine makes profits of at least $1000. If it makes profits less than $1000, the entire amount goes to charity!Will you announce the amount donated to charity?
Yes! Once orders and fulfillment have been completed, we will make an announcement with the total amount donated to charity.How will the zine be promoted?
Through the zine’s tumblr and twitter. Previews and promotional art and/or stories will be posted closer to (and during) the pre-order time frame, but it will be up to the mod team and contributors to reblog, retweet, etc., to spread the word!What will the zine cost?
The final pricing is still to be determined.How do I get the zine?
The physical zine and merch bundles will be available for purchase during our pre-order period, which is projected to be in February 2022. PDF sales will remain open for a short period after that.What if I miss the pre-orders?
The zine in its entirety is only available during pre-orders but you can still pre-order a PDF copy for a short while after that. While not expected, if there are extra physical copies, we will make them available during a leftover sale. Also, all contributors will be allowed to publicly post their individual pieces on a specified date after final fulfillment of orders.What if I need to cancel my pre-order?
Provided you cancel before orders are shipped, we’ll be happy to accommodate.Do you accept returns?
Kindly understand that we do not accept returns after orders are shipped unless the items you received are damaged or misprinted. If your order is lost or damaged during transit, please contact us at [email protected] and we will be happy to send you a new item. However, if your order is lost due to your entering the wrong address, moving, etc., a shipping fee will be charged for resending your order.In order to claim a replacement due to damage or misprint, please notify us within 48 hours of receiving your shipment, and include a photo of the damage/misprint in your request. Please send replacement requests to [email protected] and include 'Damage/Misprint' in the subject line.What if I miss out on the zine entirely?
Don’t worry! There will be more zines to come! Keep an eye on the blog even after this zine ends for information on future projects!FOR APPLICANTSCan anyone apply to be a contributor?
This zine is open to contributors 18 or over.How many contributors is the zine planning to feature?
The zine plans to feature 50 total contributors ~ 35 artists (including cosplayers) and 15 writers.What are the application requirements?
Writers will be required to link three fics of no more than 3000 words each. At least one must be Yuri on Ice. If any fics are over 3000 words, please provide instructions as to which portion of the fic you wish to be considered in your application.
For writer applications, we will be reviewing grammar and punctuation, characterization, plot, creativity, and pacing.Artists will be required to link to three pieces of artwork. At least one must be in full color and at least one must be Yuri on Ice.
For artist applications, we will be reviewing general knowledge of fundamentals such as anatomy, composition, and coloring, as well as creativity and originality.Cosplayers will be required to link to three samples of cosplay. At least one must be Yuri on Ice. For cosplayer applications, we will be reviewing accuracy, performance, costume, setting, and photography.Please see below for what will be expected of your contributions should you be accepted.Can I apply if I’ve never done a zine before?
Absolutely! Artists, writers, and cosplayers who have no experience are just as valid as those who do!Can I apply as both a writer and an artist?
Absolutely! There will be individual applications for writers, artists, and cosplayers, so you’ll need to fill out all that apply.Can my application samples include NSFW pieces?
Yes! Though only SFW pieces will be allowed in the zine, your application samples can include NSFW submissions. Please, however, do not submit any samples that contain permanent major character death or non-con elements.How will I know if my application was accepted? Will only those selected as contributors get notified?
Do not fear! All applicants will receive an e-mail, regardless of whether they have been accepted as contributors.FOR CONTRIBUTORSIs this zine only for Victuuri pieces?
Nope! All YOI ships are welcome, as long as they are of legal age. For example, if you plan to ship Yurio, he will need to be aged up to 18 or higher.Are there any topics that are off-limits for zine contributions?
We will not accept any piece that includes graphic depictions of violence or sexual content, and we will not accept any piece that contains non-con elements or permanent major character death.What are the rules on R language?
A few f-bombs are alright, but excessive swearing will not be accepted, and explicit references to genitalia should be avoided. Slurs are not acceptable. If you are unsure if your contribution meets the guidelines, a mod will be happy to give an opinion.Will there be a community/server for the contributors and mods? Is a specific program or website required to participate?
Yes; there is a zine-specific Discord server that all mods and contributors will have access to. Those accepted will receive a private invitation to the server. Primary communication will be done over Discord, but for those who cannot join, we will also send emails with necessary updates and information.What are the page dimensions for artist contributions?
Full Canvas size: 5.75” x 8.75” (to account for bleed and spine). Art space: 5.5” x 8.5”.Is traditional art allowed?
Absolutely! We have no limits on the art mediums used: both traditional and digital are welcome.What are the minimum and maximum word counts for writer contributions?
Minimum: 500. Maximum: 3,500 (plus a 100-word leeway).Will there be separate merch artists?
No, our merch will be designed and created by our contributing zine artists. After all contributors are accepted and have joined the Discord server, a merch application form will be posted in the server where any contributor who wishes to design merch can sign up!How will I know what the merch assignments are?
Merch assignments will be discussed once the merch applications have closed and will be announced in the server! We'll try to accommodate every artist who wishes to design one of our merch items!Are collaborations between contributors allowed?
Absolutely! If you wish to do a collab, please indicate that in your application if possible.Is a beta required for writer contributions?
No, but we strongly encourage you to utilize a beta or reach out to our Beta Mod throughout the creation process. All contributions will be reviewed by the mods before publication.Can I use my own beta(s) for my story?
Yes!How will contributors be notified about progress check-ins?
Check-ins will take place on the Discord server, but as we know not everyone checks Discord frequently, so e-mail check-ins will be sent to those who haven’t/aren’t able to check-in on Discord for one reason or another.What are the check-in requirements/expectations?Please see our schedule page for the most up to date schedule announcements. Below is our preliminary schedule:First Check-in (September 20th): Have the estimated word count and general idea of what your piece will entail, but actual progress is not necessary at this stage. Ideally: you should be able to provide a short blurb about your concept.Second Check-in (October 20th): Some degree of work, whether that be a sketch, an outline, a few paragraphs, etc. Ideally: 20-30% of your overall work.Third Check-in (November 20th): Ideally: 60% line art finished, and perhaps flat colors applied. First draft written or coming to the half-way point in your story.Soft Deadline (December 20th): Pieces should be mostly finished, if not complete, only needing some finishing touches like betaing or touching up the background. This is also the ideal last date to drop out, should you need to, or to make a major change to your work so pinch-hitters have ample time to step in.Hard Deadline (January 20th): All pieces are due, except for those granted extensions (extensions are due January 25th).Final Extension Requests Due (February 5th)How will the completed pieces be collected?
We will have a Google Form available for contributors to upload all completed pieces.What if I need an extension?
Please let us know, and we’ll do our best to work with you to accommodate this. Do keep in mind, however, there is only so long we can allow for extensions without delaying the entire zine.What if I need to drop out of the zine?
We understand life comes first. We have a schedule in place to gather pinch-hitters if they are required, though we ask that if you do need to drop out, please do so before the final check-in, if possible. Please review our schedule and be aware that the final work period for contributions overlaps the winter holidays, so please plan accordingly.What do contributors get?
All contributors will receive our highest-level bundle package, which includes the physical zine.Can contributors post their own (unofficial) previews? Or are the official previews the only ones allowed to be shown?
Official previews will be posted closer to (and during) the pre-order period. However, you are allowed to post your own preview, providing it doesn’t show more than 20-30% of the piece. For anyone who streams, you can work on your piece while live, provided you do not complete the piece on stream. The full, completed piece is not allowed to be posted or published until after the zine has fulfilled and distributed ALL orders and any overstock.

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