A Place for DBH Fans

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This community was created to be a place where DBH fans can talk about the game, the characters, headcanons, and anything else they want.  All ships are valid here.  Art, fic, and meta are all welcome!

I'm working on a FAQ post, but one important note for tumblr refugees: the tagging system is different on Dreamwidth!  Accounts, including communities like this, are limited to a certain number of tags.  Since this community is a free account, we're limited to 1000 tags.

I know we're all used to expressing ourselves in tags, and I hate to take away that option. :(  But there are many other ways to express oneself on posts here, from choice of icon, to mood, location and music tags, to other interesting things you'll discover as you go.  :)

The upshot is, you can only use tags at this comm that have been approved by moderators.  I know, I know, you love your tags!  If you want us to add a tag, please add a comment to this post.  To see all currently available tags, go here.

If you have any questions about how DW works or in the comm in general, please feel free to comment here!  We will do our best!

DBH: Secret Santa Information!

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If you signed up for the Detroit: Become Human Secret Santa, you can find the FAQ here!  This is a mirror of this post.

Sign ups:

• The sign up period is till the 20th November however, sign-up sheets will close on the 15th. After that, in the days leading up to the 20th, we’ll be setting up the gifitng list while still accepting ammendments to your applications.
  

The Gift-Creation Period:

• This will be from the 20th of November till the 25th of December, which will be when gifts will start being distributed. At the beginning of December, expect a message in your ask box or chat from our main administrative account @wicked2og regarding your progress as well as another one nearing the date.
• In regards to art gifts, any medium is accepted. Regarding written pieces, we suggest a minimum of 2,000 words. If time extensions are needed at any point, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Link to excel sheet with recipient information can be found here!

The Gifting Period:

• Gifts are to start being given to your recipients on the 25th of December. It is recommended that by the 10th of January, all gifts are sent out. If you don’t receive your gift by then, please message us.

Do not forget to use the tag #dbh secret santa 2018 on your posts so we can reblog them on our blog. :)

Secret Santa Discord Server!

For better communication with our participants, we have opened up a Discord Server. Although currently, we’re only allowing people who are participating in the Secret Santa Event, we’ll later open it for the general public! ^^

You can join here!

DBH Big Bang 2019 FAQ Mirror

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What is a BigBang?

A Bang is a type of fan challenge in which writers and artists of all kinds work together to produce new collaborative content for the fandom. This particular BB is focused on the relationship between Lieutenant Hank Anderson and the android Connor/RK800, from Quantic Dreams’ Detroit: Become Human.

Who is allowed to participate?

Everyone is welcome to participate, whether you’re new to the fandom or has been clinging to DBH from the very first day; this is all regardless of your level of skill and/or popularity across social media!

Is there a theme? (ie. “Home,” “Winter,” “Fluff,” “Blue” etc.)

No theme! The only requirement is to have HankCon as the focus of your piece.

Is this a romantic-only event, or can I come on board whilst having Hank and Connor exclusively in a father-son relationship?

Father-son dynamics are a difficult thing to promise, seeing as this is a ship-oriented event. A few participants, however, have stated to be working on fics without explicit content - more casual storylines, so to speak. As of now, unfortunately, that’s all that can be said on that front.

Are crossovers allowed?

So as long as HankCon remains the focus, absolutely!

What’s the schedule like?

Please check our Schedule page to access all the relevant dates.

Can I continue a piece I’ve been working on or edit an old one?

If they’re already partially published somewhere, then unfortunately no! All entries must be new and worked on with your partner throughout the BB. That being said, you are allowed to use plot bunnies you’ve had for a long time.

What genres/warnings/ratings are allowed?

You can make whatever you’d like! All ratings are welcome as long as they’re tagged accordingly.

What art mediums are accepted?

Traditional art, digital art, moodboards, vids, editing, music, manips, animation; the sky’s the limit!

What are the general requirements for art/fic?

Please check our Guidelines page for detailed information.

Can I co-write with a friend?

Of course! But when submitting your story summary, make sure to list both you guys’ names as writers, so there will be no misunderstandings. 

What if I miss a deadline?

Message us ASAP!

What if I need to drop out?

We know sometimes things get out of hand for one reason or another, so you’re free to pull out of the event should the need arise. But if it happens after you’re partnered with someone, make sure to bring it to our attention immediately! The sooner you tell us, the easier we’ll find a pinch-hitter for your assigned partner. Just please understand that by dropping out you are essentially giving up your idea to someone who will take your place; they will not use your work, no, but they need to be able to continue your plans in order to transition smoothly with your former partner.

Wait…what is a pinch-hitter?

A pinch-hitter is someone who steps in if there’s a problem or emergency and a writer or artist needs to drop out. So basically: a savior!

Okay! So how do I sign up?

Artist sign-ups [HERE]
Writer sign-ups [CLOSED]
Beta sign-ups [Opens on January 19]
Pinch-hitter sign-ups [Opens on February 5, if applicable]

Any questions left unanswered?

Check our already answered asks; if you’re still in the dark about something, don’t hesitate to send us an Ask!

HankConBB2019 Guidelines

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General

• Participants must be respectful of each other and each other’s works;
• This event has a zero-tolerance policy on LGBTQIAP+ phobias; anyone who violates this will be banned from the BB;
• If you encounter an issue with your partner or another person in the event, please let the admin know so it can be resolved;
• If you have an emergency and cannot make a deadline please let us know ASAP;
• Only new works created specifically for this event are allowed.

Check-ins

• First check-in | Requirement is to have communication well established with your partner; planning has to have started;
• Second check-in | Both fic and all art forms must’ve reached 30%–40% of the intended final product;
• Third check-in | First draft check, both fic and all art forms must amount to at least 75%–85% of its intended final product; 
• Last check-in | Last draft check, all art forms due.

Artists

• The minimum is one (1) artwork, of any art media you’d prefer; there is no maximum, but all works should be finished by the due date and polished by the posting date;
• Artists should consider listing any and all triggers and warnings for final posting.

Writers

• The minimum word count is 10,000; there is no maximum, 
• Multi-chapter fics are allowed but must be completed by the posting deadline;
• Writers must list any and all triggers and warnings for final posting.

Pinch-hitters

• All of the above rules apply;
• Because of the nature of your position, you will have less time to work. So please be aware of that and use your time wisely;
• Word count can be negotiated on a case by case basis.

Beta-readers

• The minimum is to beta for at least one (1) writer, but we’d recommend to apply only if you feel inclined to extend a helping hand to a wider number than that;
• Betas are to offer constructive criticism, keeping in mind the author’s wishes (if grammatical/typo corrections only, seeing to plot holes, inconsistent timelines etc). 

Posting

• General | Posting goes from May 17 to June 7. This time frame will allow multi-chapter fics and any type of accompanying serial art forms the necessary span to be appropriately delivered, and are not to go beyond the deadline regardless of their length. If you are for whatever reason unable to meet these dates, please inform us immediately. Further instructions will be sent through email and Discord’s #announcement channel close to the posting date, so stay tuned for that;
• Artists | Seeing as we intend to reblog everyone’s works to our Tumblr, yet in the face of recent developments concerning the website’s censorship, you’ll be allowed to foregone posting on Tumblr if your piece features NSFW content; if SFW, posting in the full on Tumblr is preferred, but not required. The only requirement will be to post a SFW-only preview (showing up to 30% of your piece) on Tumblr, adding the appropriate and applicable tags, and your partner’s social media and fic links; to include a teaser or story’s summary is also encouraged, but ultimately to be discussed between writer and artist alone. You may, however, additionally post it on any other social media if you so choose, as well as request your writer to embed your work on their fic on AO3;
• Writers | If posted on Tumblr, you must add as bulletpoints: title, rating, pairing(s), tags, possible trigger warnings, your partner’s art links/social media, your beta’s social media (if applicable), and summary. You may also allow the first few paragraphs of your story peek through (although we recommend not going beyond 300 words), but the rest of your fic must be put under Read More. If posted on AO3, your fic must be added to our yet-to-be-created Collection, as means to keep all participants’ amazing stories together; much like on posting on Tumblr, you must add your beta’s social media and your partner’s art link(s) to the Author’s Notes or, if you both feel so inclined, to incorporate it into the body of the text.

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Any questions left unanswered? Don’t hesitate to send them in!

HankConBB2019 Schedule

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Opening

oct 10 | artist and writer sign-ups open
nov 25 | writer sign-ups close
nov 26 – dec 30 | summary submission
dec 16 | artist sign-ups close
jan 6 – jan 13 | summary bidding 
jan 18 | pairings confirmed, working period begins
jan 19 – feb 2 | beta reader sign-ups

Partners

feb 5 | pinch-hitter sign-ups open (if applicable)
feb 17 | first check-in
mar 17 | second check-in 
apr 19 | third check-in
may 3 | last check-in; extension requests

Battle for Detroit

may 17 | posting begins
jun 7 | extensions due, posting ends

HankConBB2019 Writer's Summary Submission

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As of November 25, writer’s applications have officially closed - now, all confirmed participants who’ll be contributing with their amazing stories must send us their summaries and all applicable warnings, as well as a few other details in order to get the party started! 

Click here to access the form and the pertaining instructions.

WRITERS, you have until December 30th to send out the form for you fic. You can access our Schedule in the full here. 

Please don’t forward us the email if you haven’t applied prior to the 25th. We understand a few people might’ve unfortunately missed the application period, but there will be other opportunities! If you still feel inclined to participate through other art mediums, artists’ applications are still going strong. Just don’t forget to read up on our FAQ and Guidelines, first!

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Any questions? Feel free to shoot us an ask!