A free digital zine dedicated to our Lord Louis Guiabern and the demons of Hell that he stands for. All contributors will receive the digital zine + merch for free when the project is completed and launched.
Release TBD to accommodate for formatting.
Graphics mod apps are set to be from Sept 1st to Oct 6th.Status: Pre Mod Apps

About the Project

The center of this project is Louis Guiabern himself following the theme of demons and his associations with Lucifer. This will be explored in many ways, from canon content to AUs. Many different types of art and writing are allowed, as long as it fits under the theme.
No explicit NSFW will be included. Mild blood and violence as well as tasteful, artistic nudity is permitted.Page Art
Standard A5, double for spread. No bleed. RGB coloring.Writing
Short stories between 1500-3000 words with 200 overage allowed. Fics can be anything from canon compliant, AU, prose, etc.Merch
Digital items, including icon sets, wallpapers, emojis, coloring pages, and more.

Schedule & Expectations

IC ⛧July 25 - August 22nd
IC Results + Mod Apps ⛧ September 1st-October 6th
Mod App results sent out + announcement of contributor apps opening ⛧ Oct 11th
Contributor Apps ⛧ Oct 18th-Nov 15th
Results sent out ⛧ Nov 22nd
Pitches due ⛧ Dec 14th
Pitches assigned ⛧ Dec 19th
Check in 1 ⛧ Jan 11th
Check in 2 ⛧ Feb 8th
Check in 3 ⛧ March 8th
Finals ⛧ April 5th
Formatting & Production ⛧ TBDProgress will look different for everyone. This is to act as a general guideline to help keep participants on track. Extensions will be permitted as necessary. Failure to respond to check ins or attempts to communicate will result in removal from the project.Check in 1 ⛧ Outline/sketch or 25% completion
Check in 2 ⛧ Half of estimated wordcount/flat colors or 50% completion
Check in 3 ⛧ Completed draft/Start of rendering or 75% completion
Final submissions ⛧ Hard deadline, with extensions granted in extreme cases
Formatting/production period ⛧ Zine will be formatted for release. Contributors will have the opportunity to review the draft and final copy before release. Release date will be announced closer to the finalization of formatting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a fanzine?
A zine is a collection of art and writing by various contributors, relating to some sort of theme. Zines come in both physical and digital formats, often including merchandise as add-ons.
How will contributors be compensated?
All contributors will receive the digital PDF and any digital merch for free.What is the minimum age required to join?
All contributors must be 18+ on or by the final day of applications.How many contributors will be participating? Currently, 25 artists, 4 merch artists, and 8 writers are planned to be included overall.Are ships permitted?
No, as they are not the focus of the zine.Are collabs permitted?
Yes! During pitches, writers may work with an artist for either up to 2 pieces of spot art or a full page illustration to accompany their piece.I don’t see my question on here.
Feel free to send an ask here!

Head & Writing

Scarlet Nevermore

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Art

Formatting

Zevron

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Adobe SoftwareAO3 ⛧ twitter

Social Media

Will

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Scorch the Skyline ⛧ head mod
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Application Guidelines

All applicants will be judged solely based on skill. Factors such as social media popularity and ship preferences will have no effect on application status. Sample and portfolio links can be Google Drive, AO3, etc., as long as the sample can be easily viewed.Link to Graphics Mod AppGraphics Mod
A portfolio consisting of 5-10 pieces that best demonstrate your skills. Being able to work efficiently and communicate openly with the team is a must. No prior moderating experience is required. As the project is digital, you will be permitted to contribute a piece if your time allows for it, but moderation is top priority.Artist Guidelines
5 of your best pieces, plus an optional portfolio. Metaphor and Louis-centric pieces are highly encouraged, but will only affect your application in the event of a tie. Art will be judged on composition, anatomy, usage of color, and creativity.Writer Guidelines
3 of your best works between 1000-3500 words, plus an optional portfolio. At least one sample must be a completed, standalone fic. Metaphor and Louis-centric pieces are highly encouraged, but will only affect your application in the event of a tie. Fics will be judged on grammar, characterization, prose, and creativity.Merch Guidelines
At least 5 of your best pieces, including an optional portfolio. Digital items showcasing what you intend to create are preferred, but physical items are also acceptable.