Current status: LEFTOVERS OPEN ON NOVEMBER 27!Ahoy, welcome to Stormbreaker! This is a fanzine centered on Beidou from Genshin Impact. This fanzine is SFW and will feature both writers and artists, and include both digital and physical merch items.You can always send us a DM on our socials above or email at [email protected] for any questions!
Bundle Contents
LEFTOVERS OPEN ON NOVEMBER 27!Check out what our bundles will have below! Please note that bundles are slightly different than from pre-orders due to stretch goal items being included. Prices may also be reduced from pre-orders.
In book only bundles, B-grade zine prices will be reduced by $5. B-grade zines have slight scuffs to the sides of the cover page, light scratches to the gold foil, or a small dent in the spine. They are otherwise in great condition and indistinguishable from the A grades.
Please note that the mini standee is only available à la carte as it was an early bird/add on item during preorders.
FAQs
What is a zine?
A zine is a fan project where fans come together to create something for a piece of media, such as a book or a magazine. In this case, Stormbreaker is a fanzine where fans come together to create pieces based on Beidou from Genshin Impact.How many contributors will you be accepting?
For now, we will be looking at about 20 to 25 artists, 5 writers, and 5 merch artists. This number may change depending on the interest check and the number of applications we receive.Do I need prior experience to participate?
No prior experience is necessary to participate! All Beidou enjoyers are welcome to apply!Are ships allowed in this zine?
Yes! However, this is a general Beidou zine, so we’d prefer that any ship content is subtle and the pieces are primarily Beidou focused.Are NSFW pieces allowed in our portfolio?
Yes! However, please make sure to tag them properly!Can we submit previous art pieces for the zine?
No. All pieces for the zine must be made exclusively for the zine.Can I post WIPs or stream my piece?
Please do not post WIPs of the piece itself past the sketch phase. You may also post thumbnails. Likewise, for streaming, please do not stream past your sketch process. We will be providing preview templates for contributors to share previews on social media closer to final submission.Can I post or sell my finished piece?
Contributors retain all rights to their pieces! However, please only post or sell your finished piece after orders and delivery have been fulfilled. The mods will give the go-ahead for contributors to start posting their pieces.Contributor Compensation and FulfillmentAll contributors will be guaranteed a free digital copy of the zine and merch regardless if we break even. In the case that we do break even, contributors will be sent compensation ranging from physical zine-only bundles to full bundles for free. If not, contributors will have the option to purchase the zine and merch at reduced production cost! Furthermore, proceeds from the zine will be split between charity and profit (split equally between mods and contributors).
Mods
Ciarre
Head, Organization, Graphics & Layout Mod - Taking over Finance/Shipping
give beidou MUSCLES including big BICEPS and large THIGHS and most importantly ABS
Vanessa
Social Media Mod
Heyo folks! I'm Vanessa and I am a Beidou Enthusiast (TM). Beidou has been in my team from the moment I started playing Genshin, so she has a special little place in my heart (aka would sacrifice the world for her). It's time for Beidou to take the world by storm!
Emi
Merch Mod
consider me the self-proclaimed chairlady of the Secret Society of Connoiseurs of Captain Beidou's Massive Beiceps 💪
Vasiliás
Writing Mod
Hello~ I'm Vasiliás~ super excited to be part of this project! Beidou was my first gacha in the game and it's time she gets the spotlight in the zine scene hehe make way for the sea queen~
Jojo
Intern
Hello! I'm Jojo and I'm an intern for this zine. I have zero experience but will learn as much as I can. I say I enjoy reading mangas and watching anime but I haven't done either in a long time. Most of my free time is spent playing either IDV or Genshin. 😂
Ito
Art Mod
Cym
Former Finance & Shipping/Production Mod
Contributor Portfolio and Submission Guidelines
Please double-check your sample/portfolio sharing links to make sure that we can view them! Applicants can apply for multiple positions (page artist, merch artist, writer), but will be accepted for one position only. Make sure that you are following the guidelines when applying.Artists:
Illustrations for the zine will be in full color, CMYK color mode at minimum 300dpi with guidelines provided. They may opt to collaborate with a writer on an illustration/spot art!1. Applicants will be asked to submit a link to your portfolio along with 3-5 chosen samples that best represent your skills.
2. Do not submit WIPs. NSFW works are allowed but must be labeled accordingly.
3. At least one Genshin Impact piece is highly recommended, but not mandatory.
4. Traditional art is welcomed! Make sure to scan it in the highest quality (300 dpi).Merch Artists:
Merch artists will be expected to make 1 to 3 pieces of merchandise, depending on allocation and production feasibility.1. Applicants will be asked to submit a link to your portfolio along with 3-5 chosen samples that best represent your skills.
2. Do not submit WIPs. NSFW works are allowed but must be labeled accordingly.
3. At least one Genshin Impact piece is highly recommended, but not mandatory.
4. Merch portfolio/samples are preferred! If you do not have any merch examples, you can also submit the art style you’d use for merch.
5. Real-life pictures of previous merch you’ve made are welcomed! Make sure the photo is clear and well lit, so we can see your designs clearly.Writers:
Writing for the zine should be kept PG13 and within 2,500 words. Writers can also choose to collaborate with an artist!1. Applicants will be asked to submit a link to your portfolio along with 3-5 chosen samples that best represent your skills.
2. A piece featuring Beidou is highly preferred. If not, please have at least one fic featuring Genshin characters, whether it’s canon-based or AU.
3. You may submit excerpts of longer fics, but at least one must be a complete work and within 2,500 words.
4. NSFW works are allowed but must be labeled accordingly.
5. Please keep the total word count of your submitted samples at no more than 10,000 words.