"Saint Seiya in Winter"
A winter-themed fanzine, organized by
Saint Seiya Zone
About the Zine
‣ Theme: Saint Seiya in Winter‣ Description: It’s time for your tiger blanket and hot cocoa to come out and play in the SSZ StS in Winter Zine!‣ Participation: You will submit one (1) original, new fanwork (older/already published work is not accepted) to be compiled into a zine. Please do not share your final work until the zine has been properly published by SSZ (you may, however, share WIPs, previews, and/or close-ups as you work on it)‣ Type: The final compilation of all fanworks will be a free, digital PDF file (no physical versions will be made, no money will be earned or paid)‣ Character: Submission types have the following limitations:
– Fanarts: 1 main character per submission (no duplicates)
– Fics: focus on 1-2 main characters per submission
– Cosplays: 1 main character per submission
– Merch Photos (ex. Myth Cloths): 1 main character per submissionThe Taken Character List will be updated daily at 19:00 UTC -6 (Costa Rica time) until the sign-up period is concluded. We appreciate your patience while this occurs. Once you are added to the list and your character is confirmed, you may start working on your submission. This is on a First Come, First Served basis.‣ Sign-up timeframe: 15-20/Dec/2025‣ Sign-up form: here
– Before filling it out, check the Taken Character list. For fanarts, you'll input 5 different options, from most wanted to least wanted.
☆ Please note this zine does not review/approve/reject sign-ups, everyone is welcome to take part in the activity as long as they sign-up. If there are any issues, we'll get back to you.‣ Submission period: 23-27/Feb/2026 23:59 UTC -6
Fanworks submitted after this will not be included (this is non-negotiable). However, if you are facing challenges with your submission, let the staff know ASAP.‣ Submission: Send fanwork via email to [email protected]
The email subject should be "Saint Seiya in Winter Zine, [Creator], [character/fic name]", and the file name should be:
- Visuals: [Character name] - [Creator]
- Fics: [Creator] - [Fic title]. Writers, please also include a 400x400 px image you want us to use for you in the credits pageExamples:
- Email Subject: Saint Seiya in Winter Zine, El Cadejos, Alioth Epsilon Fenrir
- Fic file: Zeuse - “Encallar”
Submissions
‣ Art/Photography Canvas size: 72 dpi, JPEG
- 2480 x 3508 px (portrait orientation) OR
- 3508 x 4960 px (landscape orientation)
- Fanwork must be finalized; cannot be a sketch, uncolored lineart or otherwise incomplete‣ Fics: docx file, prose, English or Spanish only (due to Staff limitations). You must include a title (please keep it short)
- 4 OR 6 full pages in total as exact as possible, Arial font, 11 pt, single space
- Margins: 1 in (each)
- Paper size: Letter (8.5 in x 11 in)
- There must be spaces between your paragraphs
- Use this template so you have the file formatted correctly‣ Allowed:
- Age reinterpretation (e.g., an adult character as a child)
- Alternative Universes
- Other applicable characters (including OC), please check FAQ‣ Not allowed:
- AI-generated content of any kind
- NSFW/Explicit content (contact staff for case-by-case reviews)
- Non-official genderbends
- Crossovers with non-StS series
FAQ
‣ May I draw whichever character I want?
As the purpose of this zine is to include as many characters from the Saint Seiya universe as possible to bring variety into the final product, we ask you to please check the Taken Character list and choose one that is not already there‣ May I submit more than one work?
If, after the sign-up period is over, you would like to collaborate with a second submission, reach out to us. You may send different submission types if you want (e.g., 1 fanart and 1 fic). Please bear in mind the second character must still be available for you to take.‣ May I include other characters in my submission?
Yes, as long as there is a clear hierarchy where your chosen character is the main focus. Original Characters (OCs) may also be included as long as they follow this guideline. There is no problem if those secondary characters are already taken, or if the mix of characters would not make sense in the official material (for example, Subaru interacting with Radamanthys).‣ May I use spinoff characters?
Sure! All characters officially included in the Saint Seiya universe are applicable (except those without an official visual design, like Odin). Please note that even though there are characters with different versions across the franchise [ex: Aiolia], they are not counted as different options for the Zine, so if said character is already taken, no other version of them will be available. The only exceptions to this rule are Milo (Legend of Sanctuary) and Shaun (Knights of the Zodiac).‣ I changed my mind about the character I chose, and the new one is still available. Can I switch?
To prevent confusion and misunderstandings, all character selections are final and cannot be changed/traded.‣ Can I switch from one contribution type to another (e.g., fanart to fic) after I sign up?
To prevent confusion and misunderstandings, all contribution type selections are final.‣ The sign-up timeframe already passed. May I still join?
To prevent confusion and misunderstandings, no new sign-ups are accepted after the deadline.‣ Am I allowed to change certain aspects of a character’s official design?
It depends on the aspect, and should be reviewed case-by-case.
- Example 1: as a Latin American, Io could differ in skin tone from the one seen on the official materials. However, characters like Hagen and Aldebaran, who have darker skin tones, should not be given lighter tones.
- Example 2: if due to a personal headcanon, you believe a character has a certain scar or marking that is not seen in official materials, it can be included, but once again, please reach out to Staff for a case-by-case review.‣ What qualifies as "winter-themed"?
This season is experienced differently all around the world, which is why the theme is broad on purpose. Any activity, scenery, meal, clothing, and celebration that is typical of this season in your country/culture is applicable. That includes (but is not limited to) Winter solstice, Christmas, Kwanzaa, Hanukkah, Dia de Reyes, Chinese New Year, and others.‣ What is the difference between an Alternate Universe [AU] and a Crossover?
Some AU use popular tropes as a base, while a Crossover uses an already existing material as base.Examples:
- Popular tropes for an AU: magic school, space fantasy/sci-fi
- Existing material: Twisted Wonderland, Mass Effect [games], Little Witch Academia, Star Trek [series], Heralds of Valdemar, Dune [books]So making a fanwork of the general "Saint Seiya × Magic School" or “Saint Seiya x space fantasy/sci-fi” concepts is an AU, but "Saint Seiya × Twisted Wonderland" or “Saint Seiya x Star Trek” are considered a crossover. In essence, heavy references to other existing fandoms are not allowed.‣ Would you please elaborate on what is/isn’t considered Not Safe For Work (NSFW)?
If it is not appropriate for a general, non-specialized office work environment, then it is not accepted.Examples:
✅ blood depictions/mentions of it
❌ graphic/detailed gore, mutilation, or body horror
✅ sensual themes (e.g., pin up)
❌ sexual themes (including, but not limited to: genitalia, specifically erotic gestures like blowjob, etc.)‣ May I include a watermark on my submission?
Yes, we encourage you to submit already watermarked fanworks to the zine.‣ I’m a writer! What is an acceptable image for the credits page?
You can send an official StS work, fanarts (as long as it is made by you, gifted to you, or commissioned by you), or a picrew-generated image (as long as the picrew allows that use)‣ Do I have to send something for the check-ins?
Nope. Our check-ins act as reminders only so you know exactly how much time you have left to send your submission.‣ I’m unable to complete my submission and would like to withdraw. Is that okay?
Yes, you can withdraw at any time, for any reason (you don’t need to explain). Please just let us know in advance.
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