Dancing with the Flames is a SFW [PG-13], physical fanzine focused on the My Hero Academia villain, Dabi / Touya Todoroki.This project will contain both illustrative and written pieces exploring Dabi's past, present, and future. This zine is set to be focused on canon material, though AU's, or canon-divergence pieces that can work within canon may be included. As this is a general zine, ships will not be included.
FAQ
This project will contain both illustrative and written pieces exploring Dabi's past, present, and future. This zine is set to be focused on canon material, though AU's, or canon-divergence pieces that can work within canon may be included. Examples of this would include Dabi's recovery after his fight with Shouto, reuniting with his family, bonding with the League, etc. This zine will include manga spoilers.This zine will be an A5, perfect bound physical zine with accompanying physical merch. We will be accepting 20-30 page artists, 5-7 writers, and 5-7 merch artists.Applicants are required to be at least 16+ in order to apply. All contributors must be able to use Discord for the duration of the project. Failure to communicate during the creation period or submit check-ins on time will result in termination from the project. Please take a look at our schedule and ensure you are able to complete your piece on time prior to applying. Applicants are free to apply for multiple positions, but will only be selected for one role. Submissions including NSFW pieces must be properly tagged in your application. Including a BNHA or Dabi piece in your application is not required, but is highly recommended.
What is a zine?
A zine or fanzine is a collection of works dedicated to a specific topic of interest. Zines generally consist of both art and writing components.What are the specs of this zine?
This zine is SFW and for charity. Assuming we gather enough interest to produce a physical copy, it will be A5 perfect-bound. We expect the zine to be around 80-100 pages.How will contributors be compensated?
Contributors are guaranteed to receive a digital copy of the zine. We hope to provide all contributors with a complimentary full bundle if the project makes enough profit during our preorder period.Will ships be included in the zine?
As this is a general zine, ships will not be included.In the recent chapters of the manga, Dabi is depicted with extensive injuries, am I allowed to create content with this type of gore in the zine?
This zine is rated PG-13, and canon-typical violence is allowed to be depicted, With this being said, excessive gore will be limited, as we want this project to be enjoyed by readers of all ages.Do I need experience in order to apply?
Nope! Anyone and everyone is encouraged to apply. If you have any questions about this project or zines in general, feel free to DM us and we would be happy to answer any questions you may have!
MODS
Zygo
Head, Graphics, SocialsHey there, it's Zygo! I love working on zines as a mod, page and merch artist! I'm stoked to be hosting this project and am looking forward to having more mods join the team to turn this zine into a reality!
SCHEDULE
| Interest Check | 12/15 - 1/20 |
| Interest Check Results | 1/27 |
| Mod Applications | 02/01 - 03/01 |
| Mod App Results | 03/10 |
| Contributor Applications | 03/20 - 04/20 |
| Contributor Results | 04/25 |
| Pitches Due | 05/10 |
| 1st Check In | 06/15 |
| 2nd Check In | 07/15 |
| 3rd Check In | 08/15 |
| Finals Due | 09/01 |
| Preorders | October 2022 |