surstrommiakki | 2014 Surströmmiakki Fest FAQ

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About the Event

1. What is the purpose of this fest/event?

This event is to encourage and produce fanwork for the pairing SuFin through the use of prompts. The format is quite simple and works under a system where you chose the prompts you want to create fanwork for. The prompts are chosen randomly.

2. Is this event strictly for the pairing only?

Yes it is. You are free to make fanwork showcasing them as close friends but it's preferred that fanworks have a "shipping element" to them.

3. What's the timeline for this?

This is the timeline for the fest:

Sign-ups open: October 19th
Last day to sign up: October 29th
All prompts sent by: October 30th & 31st
Posting access opens: November 23rd
Last day to post: December 6th

Any changes will be announced here and through e-mail (via the e-mails you signed up with).

Signing Up

1. I don't have an DW account. Can I still participate?

Absolutely! Please visit the sign-up page for more info.

2. I want to be anonymous for this event. Can I still participate?

Yes you can! Just send your work to hetaliafests[@]gmail[.]com when you're finished and we'll do the rest.

3. I'm not a fan of SuFin but I'm interested in joining. Can I still do that?

Absolutely! Everyone is welcomed to join this fest.

4. Can I drop out of the event at anytime?

Yes you can! This event is meant to be fun and stress-free. We understand that things come up suddenly and it may leave with a lack of time to complete your work. If you need/want to drop out, send an e-mail to hetaliafests[@]gmail[.]com and we'll remove you from the participants list.

The Prompts

1. How does the prompt system work?

Visit this post for more information.

2. Why are the prompts randomly assigned?

It is to encourage participants to get creative and try something that they haven't tried before!

3. Is the prompt in the brackets optional?

Yes! Anything in brackets is completely optional. It's a little something extra for those who are looking to challenge themselves!

4. I like the optional prompts better than the ones I got, can I substitute it?

No you may not. You either work with the ones you were given or you can request a new set if you're struggling with the ones you have.

5. I can't work with the prompts I have. How do/Can I request for a new set of prompts?

If you're having a hard time working with the prompts you have, send an e-mail to hetaliafests[@]gmail[.]com to request a new set. However you can only do this once so please think hard about it! Once you get your new set, you can't request for your old set back or get a new one!

The Fanwork

1. What kind of submissions are allowed?

We accept art and writing submissions for this event. You may also do both instead of sticking to one medium!

2. What are the minimum requirements?

Fics must be a least 500 words and for art, it must be coloured and cleaned up. You must submit at least one prompt out of the four you're given but you are free to do more!

3. Is Nyotalia and/or AUs allowed?

Yes! All of those are allowed for this event! Feel free to get as creative as you want!

4. Is mature work/smut allowed?

Yes that's perfectly fine! Just remember to put proper warnings when you're posting your work.

5. Can I add other characters/pairings in my work?

Yes you can! As long as it stays focused on Sweden and Finland, feel free to add as many characters and/or pairings as you like!

6. How do we post to this community when we're finished?

On November 25th, submissions will be open and you can post it here. If you opted to post anonymously or lack a DW account, you will need to email your fanwork to the fest email (hetaliafests[@]gmail[.]com) and we will post it for you.

7. Can we post our work off DW?

Of course! We want everyone to see the wonderful work you've produced! All we ask is that you post to this community first before you post elsewhere.

Other

1. I have a question that's not covered under the FAQ.

Sure thing! Just reply to this entry and we'll give you an answer as soon as possible! Anonymous commenting is enabled. You may also send an e-mail to hetaliafests[@]gmail[.]com.