Since the thread is near its end I figure we at least talk about the rules. Normally I prefer to keep a hands-off approach with drawthreads but I do have to say the rules are very convoluted/overstated. I'm not saying you must do these, but I do have opinions of them and Speedy or Superior can have the final say of whether they want to do anything with them or not.
>Leave reference image (for the characters involved. Pose is optional but can be forgiven if there's description. Any request without a reference image will be deleted) and clear descriptions. No tl;dr, please.
<for the characters involved
It's obvious what characters are involved
<Pose is optional but can be forgiven if there's description.
What? Poses are not references?
<Any request without a reference image will be deleted
This is a little harsh. If the description alone is enough to pass the message, a ref wouldn't be needed. It's an option. Just as reference images are better for those who have difficulty describing what they want. And others are comfortable with using both.
It should just be:
Leave reference images and/or clear descriptions. No tl;dr, please.
>Every 5 threads you can link to your old unfulfilled requests from previous threads, however you can’t just use all 6 of your request posts to repost the old undelivered stuff.
>Past Requests are not allowed. They must be new. (which can be crossed out every 5 threads)
These practically overlap. Honestly I'm not sure if you guys even commit to the whole every 5 thread thing anymore and if not, it no longer would be needed. This would be easier to track if you're using numbers (say: Drawthread 5, 10, 15...) but you use letters... so idk.
It should be left:
Past Requests are not allowed. They must be new.
If you are using or planning to use the every 5 thread thing, it's better to state that in the FAQs section and actually striking out the rule when it applies. Also make an announcement about it at the end of a thread before anew is applied.
>Do not request male original/self insert characters (You) created. (not applied in this thread)
What do you mean not applied in this thread ? So the rule is canceled out?
>All requests centering on the same fetish (such as oppai loli or futa) must be request chains
>Be unique with your ideas, and don't spam things with "x character does a skirt lift to reveal her panties" every couple of days. (one or two requests may be forgivable, but 7 posts with the same trope is too much)
>Only 3 requests (from one person/isp per thread) can use the same character. Have some variety.
>Don't ban evade/use different IDs when posting offending requests. We'll know your posting styles and the filenames.
These are clearly aim towards spammers but there doesn't need to be four rules.
Simplify it to:
Repetitive requests will be deleted. Repeated offenders will be warned or banned.
>Ban list: toilet/poop related requests, multiple requests where "x character does a skirt lift to reveal her panties", anything Fernado related (the red loli fox, Sparkle from Craig of the Creek transforming, etc)
This shouldn't be here. If you wanted to ban something or someone, create a BANNED section (with bold red text) in the OP, perhaps above or below the FAQs section.[Expand Post]
P.S.: Speaking of bold red text, Do try and use text formatting so it looks a little cleaner.
_ _ _ _ _ _ ___
FOR REQUESTERS
Add "+REQUEST " in the subject title for artists to find easily.
- Leave reference images and/or clear descriptions. No tl;dr, please.
- 6 is the max number of request per user a thread. Chain requesting is fine (5 per post)
- Do not request male original/self insert characters (You) created.
- No bumping/seconding requests within the same thread to avoid clutter.
- Repetitive requests will be deleted. Repeated offenders will be warned or banned.
- Past Requests are not allowed. They must be new .
FOR ARTISTS
Add "+DELIVERY " in the subject title.
- Remember to reply to the Requester via >>
- Don't ask for requests. This causes flooding.
- You're free to deliver for request from past threads.
- You may go rogue on a request's description if you're only looking for inspiration.
FAQ
"Why won't anyone deliver my request?"
It means artists aren't interested in your request.
"Can I make a request about ___?"
Anything is request-able so long as it doesn't violate any rules.
"What happened to my request?"
If your request is missing, usually it means you bumped a request.
"I posted a request in the end of the last thread. Can I still bump that?"
If it's a last minute request and most users moved on, then Yes.
"I forgot to tag my post as +Request/+Delivery. What do?"
Simply Report it as "Forgot +Request/+Delivery" and mods will fix it right away.
Have patience, give artist time, don't be rude and have fun.