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Welcome to the Room No.9 Zine. This is a fan project dedicated to the Room No.9 game released by parade.This zine will consist of artwork and written pieces, focusing on the two main characters, Kobayashi Daichi and Azumi Seiji. As of right now, there is no specific theme for the zine--it is meant to focus on the two main characters' relationship.As the game features explicit content, it is rated +18 for both contributors and purchasers. Explicit work is allowed on the zine.This is a digital zine, released as a free-to-download PDF.

September 30th - October 31st: Interest Check
November 1st: Results
November 2nd - 23rd: Contributor Sign Ups
December - March: Creation PeriodDecember 5th: Initial Ideas/Concepts/Outlines Due
January 5th: Check-in 1
February 5th: Check-in 2
March 5th: Final Submissions
Release Date: Ideally March 2026

mankadavi / salidummay
Head Mod

  • Page artist for the Conclave zine, "From the Crooked Timber of Humanity"

  • Page artist for the Sinners zine (yet-to-be-released)

  • Page artist for the Witch Hat Atelier zine, "Interwoven"

  • Experienced in running online store and in-person markets

  • What is your age policy?: Due to the game’s explicit content, the zine is +18 for both contributors and purchasers. All participants must be +18 by the time of applications.

  • How many artists/writers will be chosen?: The number of artists/writers chosen will depend on how many people apply, but we’re aiming for at least 15-20 contributors.

  • Who is running the zine and do they have experience modding?: Currently, I (@mankadavi / @salidummay) am the only moderator - I’ll open moderator applications if the interest check is successful! Additionally, I do not have experience modding zines and would very much appreciate it if anyone is interested in joining the mod team (especially a finance mod)!

  • What are the zine specifications?: The zine will be 6 x 9 inches.

  • Are AUs allowed?: Yes, AUs are allowed!

  • Is a Discord account required to participate?: Discord will be our main form of communication but we will also use email. You are not expected to be active on the Discord server but you are expected to be on it.

  • Can I apply for more than one position?: Yes, as long as you have ability to handle the workload.