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Guidelines

Last updated: 08/10/2025

These rules ensure that all character images remain high-quality, visually consistent, and compatible with current and future features.

General Rules​

Prohibited Content

  • Fanart, NSFW content, and copyrighted images are strictly prohibited.
  • Only official artwork from verified sources (official websites, press materials, series wikis, or anime screenshots) is allowed.

Source Verification

  • Always confirm that the artwork comes from an official source.
  • Double-check copyright policies for each series (e.g., Arknights and Azur Lane prohibit third-party redistribution).
  • If unsure, perform a quick search such as "<Series> copyright" before accepting an image.

Event Art

  • Avoid event-themed or seasonal images unless the event is ongoing.

Backgrounds

  • Avoid plain white or black backgrounds, subtle ones are preferred.

Artwork Requirements​

1. Positioning and Framing​

Our new style allows two levels of zoom, while keeping the face as the central focus:

Close-Up​

  • The chin should be near the vertical middle line of the image, but it should never drop below it.
  • Leave 2–3 pixels of space above the head (not counting hair spikes or accessories).
  • The face should be horizontally centered, if the character is facing sideways then keep the face balanced within the frame.
  • Ideal for portraits or bust-level compositions.

Zoomed-Out / Full-Body​

  • The head should be centered vertically within the top half of the image.
  • The chin must never drop below the middle line.
  • The face should mostly remain horizontally centered, even if the body is angled.
  • Allows for more dynamic, cinematic compositions while preserving balance.

2. Pose & Orientation​

  • Avoid heavy head tilts or extreme sideways angles if possible.
  • For characters facing diagonally or in unique poses, prioritize face visibility and balance.
  • If the character has spiky hair, ponytails, or large accessories, measure the "top of the head" from the skull, not the tips of hair or ornaments.

3. Content & Composition​

  • No text, watermarks, or extra characters.
  • Use official artwork over screencaps of a character whenever possible.

4. Dimensions & Format​

  • Size: 524 × 869 px
  • Format: PNG (.png)
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