All contributors must be 16+ years of age. Applications by individuals younger than sixteen will not be accepted.

We are volunteers. Everyone participating in this project is a volunteer dedicating their hard work, time, and energy to creating something amazing. Be considerate of others and understand that other things in someone's life may take priority over the work of this zine.

Communication is key. If something comes up, let the mod team know! We are more than happy to work with you for any situation.

Keep your workload in mind. Zines are a lot of work! Please keep in mind deadlines, check-ins, and other notes. Don't try to push yourself past your limits when it comes to work. Your personal health comes first!

Be respectful and mindful of others. Bullying of any kind will not be tolerated within this project. Any contributor found to be bullying, harassing, or otherwise being rude to another contributor or person within the space may be dismissed from the project.

We communicate via Discord. All contributors must have a Discord account and join our server to participate in our zine. Our team disseminates all important information via Discord, and cannot make exceptions for those who do not wish to join the server.

No prior experience is needed to apply. If you have not participated in a zine before, now's your chance!

Applicants must have a viewable digital portfolio. Google Drive folder links are preferred; ensure that sharing settings are set to "Everyone with the link can view" before submitting. Social media profiles will not be accepted.

Choose your portfolio pieces carefully. Portfolios should be curated for each application and thus should include hand-picked work that best meets our criteria.

Portfolios may contain NSFW content. Artistic nudity and light gore are acceptable. If your portfolio contains suggestive content or heavy gore, please provide a content warning.

Portfolios do not have to contain Splatoon work, but it is highly recommended. Let us see how your style translates into the Splatoon style! Don't fret if you don't have any work related to Splatoon.

All artwork must be your own. Portfolios containing AI-generated content will not be reviewed.

All moderators must be 21+ years of age. Applications by individuals younger than twenty-one will not be accepted.

Moderator experience is recommended, but not required. We will prioritize moderator applicants who have prior experience moderating zines, but this does not mean we will discard applicants who have never moderated before.

Critique experience is required. Writing and art mods will be critiquing contributor work throughout the duration of this project. Other mod positions may critique contributor work if they please, but will be required to review contributor portfolios and provide comments.

Moderating is a hefty task. Please do not apply if you are not prepared to dedicate a significant amount of time and effort to this project.

Portfolio must contain 3–10 pieces. Portfolios containing less than three or more than ten pieces will not be reviewed.

Portfolios must contain at least one piece with a fully rendered background. Abstract shape, pattern, or solid-colored backgrounds do not meet this criterion.

Artwork must be drawn in the style you intend to use for the project. Do not submit artwork in a style you are unwilling to work in or replicate.

Artwork should be high-quality. All screen-only artwork must be a minimum of 72 DPI, and all print-only artwork must be a minimum of 300 DPI.

Page Artist Application Judging Criteria:

Consistency in art style.

Understanding of anatomy, including variations in angles, poses, and interesting figures.

Good eye for composition and understanding how to format an illustration.

The ability to capture tone and atmosphere, especially through color.

Understanding of lighting and rendering.

Understanding of perspective and backgrounds.

The ability to tell a story through a single page or spread.

Confidence in drawing backgrounds, props, and elements other than figures.

Confidence in drawing multiple figures, especially when interacting.

Portfolio must contain 2–5 works with 1.5K–3K words combined across all pieces. Portfolios containing less than two or more than five pieces will not be reviewed. In total, your portfolio should not exceed 3K words.

Samples must be written in the style you intend to use for the project. Do not submit writing samples in a style you are unwilling to work in or replicate.

Samples are encouraged. Feel free to cut or pull samples from longer works in your portfolio.

Portfolios must be written in English. American English and British English are both accepted.

Text must be legible. Do not submit work in illegible typefaces.

Writer Application Judging Criteria:

Consistency in writing style.

Distinct and engaging writing style.

Correct grammar with consistent tense and voice.

Ability to portray mood and tone through text.

Engaging storytelling through dialogue and prose.

Portfolio must contain 3–10 pieces. Portfolios containing less than three or more than ten pieces will not be reviewed.

Artwork must be drawn in the style you intend to use for the project. Do not submit artwork in a style you are unwilling to work in or replicate.

Fully-realized merchandise is preferred, but not required. If you have examples of physical merchandise, please show us!

Mockups are preferred, but not required. If you do not have physical mockups, please show us digital ones instead.

Artwork should be high-quality. All screen-only artwork must be a minimum of 72 DPI, and all print-only artwork must be a minimum of 300 DPI.

Merch Artist Application Judging Criteria:

Consistency in art style.

Understanding of anatomy, especially in simplified form.

Understanding of silhouettes, especially in simplified form.

Examples of past merchandise, such as but not limited to, acrylic keychains, sticker sheets, enamel pins, and prints.