Information
This project intends to produce a digital zine featuring the characters and scenarios of the Hakuouki franchise.The zine will be an A5 size book and potentially come with digital merchandise such as phone wall papers and icon sets.
Schedule
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Sunday, April 6th, 2025 | Interest Check Opens |
| Sunday, April 27th, 2025 | Interest Check Closes |
| Monday, April 28th, 2025 | Contributor Apps Open |
| Sunday, May 4th, 2025 | Interest Check Results |
| Sunday, May 25th, 2025 | Contributor Apps Close |
| Sunday, June 8th, 2025 | Contributor Results Sent |
| Sunday, June 15th, 2025 | Deadline for Contributors to join the Discord |
| Sunday, June 22nd, 2025 | Pitches/Ideas Deadline |
| Sunday, July 13th, 2025 | Check-In 1 Deadline |
| Sunday, August 17th, 2025 | Check-In 2 Deadline |
| Sunday, September 14th, 2025 | Final Check-In |
| Early October 2025 | Shop Opens |
| Mid December 2025 | Shop Closes |
| January - March 2026 | Production |
Schedule is Subject to Change
FAQ
What is the age rating of this zine?
The intended rating for this project is 17+ since it is based on a mature gameDoes this project include the Shinkai expansions?
Yes, this project will consider the Shinkai expansions/remakes to be canon.Is this a charity or for-profit zine?
The proceeds from this zine will be split between charity and compensation for contributors and moderators.Can minors participate in the zine?
You must be 18 years or older to participate in this zine project due to the fact that money will be distributed to contributors and mods at the end of the project.What is expected of page artists?
At least 1 completed full page illustration in the A5 size. Artists may do up to a 2-page spread.What is expected of merchandise artists?
2 completed pieces of mixed products type. This means a merchandise artist can do, as an example, a sticker and print but not 2 prints.What is expected of writers?
A 2,500 word written piece in English.How will Contributors be compensated?
Budget permitting, we intend to get full physical bundles out to all Contributors if the project breaks even. Otherwise, Contributors are guaranteed a digital copy of the zine and digital merch downloads.
Moderators
Lia
Head, Finance, ShippingcarrdA seasoned head mod with various completed and on-going projects. Is a yumejoshi at heart and loves running their business.
jay
Social Media, ServercarrdMy first venture into otome was the Uta no Prince-sama anime, and I like watching people play otome games in my spare time!
Akano
ArtX | Instagramplaying otome games has always been my passion, but sadly, my phone’s storage decided to break my heart and say "nope!"
Aura
GraphicscarrdMod for 10+ zines and contributor for 10+ projects. I love doing graphic design as a hobby!