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We are a for-profit fanzine that centers on the romantic relationship of Twilight/Loid Forger and Yor Forger/Thorn Princess from the anime and manga series SpyxFamily by Tatsuya Endo.Our theme, Budding Love, explores Loid and Yor's relationship as it grows and blooms, like flowers in a garden.

CURRENT PHASE
CONTRIBUTOR APPLICATIONS

*subject to change

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Q: What is a zine?
A: A zine, or fanzine, is an independently published "magazine" that is a collection of creative work.Q: What is the theme of this zine?
A: This zine centers around the romantic pairing of Yor Forger and Twilight/Loid Forger from the anime and manga series SpyXFamily. Keep an eye out for more on the specific theme!Q: Will this zine be physical or digital?
A: Hopefully physical, although it depends on the Interest Check!Q: Is the zine SFW, NSFW, or both?
A: This depends on the Interest Check. Note: All NSFW content will be digital to account for different restrictions between countries on the possession of 18+ content.Q: Is the zine for profit or for charity?
A: This zine will be for profit, with compensation equally divided amongst all contributors and moderators.Q: Will AUs be allowed?
A: No. Only canon-divergent (set in the same world and/or culture as canon) content will be featured.Q: Are minors allowed to apply?
A: Due to this zine being for profit, we will only be accepting applications from those 18 and older.Q: How many contributors are you looking to accept?
A: We will be accepting around 25-30 contributors, including (all numbers are estimates) 15 page artists, 5 merch artists, and 5 writers.Q: Will you be inviting guests?
A: Yes, we will be inviting a few guests, who will be announced on our Twitter!Q: What will be the zine dimensions?
A: That has yet to be determined! We will update this question once it's decided.Q: I have another question!
A: Please feel free to reach out to us via our Twitter DMs or Retrospring!

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General Guidelines
⁕ You are at least 18 years old
⁕ You may have tagged NSFW in your portfolio/samples
⁕ Please tag any potential triggers in the space provided in the application form. You will be automatically disqualified if you fail to do so.
⁕ Your portfolio must contain at least 5 works
⁕ All works you provide must be created by you and you alone
⁕ You must provide 2 - 3 of your best work (can be from your portfolio). If you provide more than 3, you will be automatically disqualified.
⁕ Spy x Family and Twiyor samples are strongly recommended but not required
⁕ Please ensure that all links are accessible. We are not responsible for any broken links and will automatically disregard your application.Page Artist
⁕ Showcase the art style that you will be using for the zine in your samples
⁕ At least 1 sample must have a background
⁕ Your samples must be completed works (no sketches, etc.) You may include WIPs in your portfolio
⁕ You will create one fully rendered with background piece (either page or spread) for the zineMerch Artist
⁕ Showcase the art style that you will be using for the zine in your samples
⁕ Backgrounds are not necessary
⁕ Your samples must be completed works (no sketches, etc.) You may include WIPs in your portfolio
⁕ You will create 1 - 2 artworks to be made into assigned merch items for the zineWriters
⁕ Showcase the writing style that you will be using for the zine in your samples
⁕ All samples must be between 1.5k - 2.5k, with 100 words or leeway either way
⁕ At least one sample must be a completed work
⁕ There is no minimum or maximum word count for your portfolio
⁕ You will create one work between 1.5k - 2k for the zine