BOLT FROM THE BLUE
An EJP Raijin Zine
BOLT FROM THE BLUE is a for-profit, SFW fanzine celebrating the EJP Raijin.
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CURRENT STATUS:
A thunderous entrance
PREORDERS OPEN
Info + FAQ
General questions answered below. Additional information can be found in our info doc. Please feel free to contact us with any additional questions.
What is a zine?
For the purposes of this project, we define a fanzine or zine as: a collection of fan-created artwork and writing centered around a common theme.
Is there a minimum age for contributors?
As this is zine is for-profit, contributors must be 18 years or older upon acceptance to the project.
What kind of content is allowed?
Contributors will be asked to create safe-for-work content suitable for general audiences:- Works should focus on Suna Rintarou, Komori Motoya, and Washio Tatsuki as they relate to EJP Raijin.
- Both canon and AU content are welcome
- Gen (i.e. non-romantic) work only
How many contributors are planned?
Based on interest check responses, this project will proceed with a smaller contributor team, and the mod team has adjusted production specs accordingly.This project plans to accept around 16 artists, 4 writers, and 3 merch artists, including guest contributors These numbers are subject to change as needed.
How will contributors be compensated?
The zine aims to break even, meaning that any profits will first go towards covering free copies of the zine and merch + shipping, for all contributors. Any additional profits will be additional compensation for contributors.Contributors are guaranteed a digital PDF of the zine at minimum, and should the zine not reach required profits to provide free copies, may purchase zines/merch at production cost.
Where will the zine ship from? Where will it ship to?
The zine will be shipped from the USA, and will accept international orders. An updated list of countries we will ship to will be provided when pre-orders open.
What happens to the work when the zine is complete?
A contributor's work is their own. They retain all rights and are free to share or reproduce their work as they wish after the zine project is complete.
Is this zine associated with the discontinued EJP zine High Voltage? Will you consider applications from that project?
No, Bolt from the Blue was conceived independently of that project, and is a wholly new endeavor. Please submit a new application to this project if you are interested in being a contributor.
Schedule
This schedule is subject to change to accommodate a variety of factors and will be updated to reflect any changes as soon as possible.
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| [2024] | |
| Preorders | January 29 – February 29 |
| Production | March – April 2024 |
| Shipping | May – June 2024 |
*The mod team recognizes that some submission dates are near major holidays and possible academic conflicts. Additional weeks have been built into the schedule accordingly. Contributors are expected to communicate in a timely manner if they anticipate any issues or delays with submitting their work. Mods will work to accommodate contributors as best as able.
Mods
Ana
Social Media
I am a firm believer that ‘electric love’ by BØRNS is EJP Raijin’s personal theme song ⚡️
Experience
Mod Experience:
Head/Server owner of SakuAtsu Fan Server
IRL Experience:
Professional non-profit Social Media Manager/Secretary-General
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Cara
Art | Finance | Production | Organization
I put the RAAAAAAA in EJP Raijin 💛
Experience
Mod Experience:
A Monsters Ball: A Haikyuu National Team Zine - Production, Finance
「阿吽」To Have You As A Partner: An Iwaizumi x Oikawa Wedding Zine - Organization, Social Media, Writing, Production, Finance, Shipping, Discord
This Side of Paradise: A Haikyuu x Pokémon Zine - Production, Shipping
Haikyuu!! Gone Wild: A Haikyuu Animal Zine - Writing, Production, Finance
See full moderator experience here
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Esque
Writing/Art | Graphics | Layout | Organization
They didn't have to make Komori like that but they DID and I love him
Experience
Contributor for: See full contributor experience here
Mod Experience:
The Great Chuunosuke Chronicles - Writing, Organization, Layout
SunaOsa Spring/Summer Exchange - Graphics, General
to be determined: a sunaosa anthology - Solo Mod
Desire: An Asoryuu Marriage Zine - Graphics, Layout
IRL Experience:
6+ years as a graphic designer for packaging/layout/branding/web design, production quality manager and quality assurance, and project management.
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Black
Shipping
I like it when they hit the ball
Experience
Mod Experience:
Geass Fragments - Layout
The Great Chuunosuke Chronicles - Finance, Shipping
Full Steam Ahead - Co-lead Mod
From ShinRa with Love - Senior Mod
Honorary Maids of London - Solo Mod
DR Calendar Project 2022 - Solo Mod
Decade of Despair DR Anthology - Lead Mod
3.10.75 A Waver Velvet Anthology - Solo Mod
A Team Rider Anthology - Solo Mod
B4V3 DR Zine - Lead Mod
Cafe Harmony DR Zine - Lead Mod
Applications
Application Guidelines
Contributors must be 18 years old or older at the time of acceptance.
Applicants may apply for multiple positions, but will likely be accepted to one position only.
Applications may include examples from fandoms other than Haikyuu!!, but at least one example must feature characters from Haikyuu!!. Additionally, while not required, it is highly encouraged to include examples of characterization for Komori Motoya, Suna Rintarou, and/or Washio Tatsuki.
Both page and merch artists will have the option to collaborate with a writer to provide illustrations to accompany their writing. Artists who indicate their interest for this opportunity may not necessarily be assigned a collaboration, and all collaboration work must be done in addition to their main role.
See more detailed application guidelines for each role on the info doc
Contributor applications are closed.
Contact
Please direct any questions to our Twitter DMs, Tumblr asks, or email.