Blackest Nights, Darkest Dreams Swap - Ship Date Passed, Receiving!

[Eviecorn]

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Blackest Nights, Darkest Dreams

Okay, so the name may need a little work, but this is basically a darker-themed swap.  Gore is not the point, and it's not necessarily Halloweeny.  It's just ... we have so many cute, colorful themes (and those are fabulous!) but I'd love to see a customs swap where the point is to include darker, duskier, dare I say more gothic?  themes.  I don't like that word but it's the only one that fits.

Stuff that would fit:

Moonlit scenes
Dead trees
Black and grey bases!
Deep red, gold and silver (really any color can work as long as it looks ... dark.)
Jewels
Ravens/crows
Roses
Dark fairies
Mythical creatures, horns
Fire
Elemental things
Armor
Celtic knotwork
... anything else you can think of that just ... fits.

I'll devote some quality time on this thread linking to pictures for inspiration. 

Official rules and regulations:

1. This would be a swap for experienced customizers.  That doesn't mean you have to be an elite customizer, but you must know what you're doing.  You will have to provide at least 10 positive feedback examples with no negative feedback in your history.  At least 3 of those feedbacks should be for swaps of any kind, and they can be from here or from the TP.   You must also provide at least 3 examples of custom ponies you've created in the past.

2.  You MUST be able to ship internationally if needed.  I'm sorry in advance, but it's just not practical in terms of matching partners, as for this swap the matches aren't 100% random and based on skills and techniques/interests.  I can try to give you someone within your own country/continent, but no guarantees.  You can say if you PREFER not to ship internationally or if you don't mind, but it doesn't give you a 100% guarantee on this.

3.  I reserve the right to reject your application for any reason - if I do, it will usually be a feedback/current swap limit issue or some issue from a previous swap.  Never anything personal.

4.  You must stick to the theme, and you must check in with photo updates.  If you do not do this, you will be booted from the swap or will not be given permission to ship.  Check-in dates should be met and I should be able to have no problem communicating with you.

5.  It is YOUR responsibility to check for the accountability of swap hosts, and also not to exceed your Arena swap limit.  I will be checking these for every applicant.

6.  Ship smart!  Package all ponies well, in a sturdy box, after they are completely dried.  Do NOT wrap ponies in newsprint or colored tissue paper.  Take extra care if you have breakable parts.  Oh, and I cannot stress this enough - KEEP YOUR SHIPPING RECEIPTS.

7.  NO SPOILERS.  All photo updates should be sent only to me, unless I am your partner (I will tell you who to send it to.)  You don't know who talks to who, so DO NOT share who your partner is to anyone!  If you have questions for your partner, send them to me and I will get your answer.

8.  Extras are highly encouraged but not absolutely mandatory.  Extras should not take away from the pony itself - that's the main focus of your package, duh!

Dates:

*Sign-Ups: Swap Approval until July 17th, or until 20 participants have signed up - whichever comes first
*Partners Assigned - Wednesday, July 17th (within 24 hours)
*1st Check-In (Photo Required) - Wednesday, August 7th
*2nd Check-In (Photo Required) - Wednedsay, September 11th
*Shipping - Friday, September 30th to Friday, October 4th (Finished photo MUST be sent to get your shipping address! 
International shippers may get approval and ship one week before September 30th if they wish.)

Sign-up Form (behind spoiler)

Spoiler

Name:
Email:
Mailing Address: *will not be shared until final check-in*
Feedback Links (if it's all Arena-based, ignore this.)
Links to 3 custom ponies you've completed (a gallery link is fine):
Current swaps you're in:
Have you read all the rules and regulations of this swap?

List 5-10 points of inspiration pertaining to the swap to help your partner create a pony for you.  These can be accent colors, motifs, objects/creatures, themes, etc. that fit within the swap.

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What generation of pony would you like to receive?  Any you don't want?

Anything you particularly like your customs to have?

Anything you don't like seeing on customs?

Any other information for your partner?  Allergies, things you like as extras, etc?

(fill these out too, but only I will see these.)

Is there a generation of pony you specifically like to work on?

Any other information for your swap host?  Do you have pets/other allergens around your work space?

You have read and understood the dates and everything, right?  If so, title your PM "Blackest Nights Sign-Up Form".

Participants!
1. Eviecorn - Received by Partner!  http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,343087.html
2. WeepingPiano - Received by Partner!  http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,343076.0.html
3. ViciousJupiter - Received by Partner!  http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,342183.0.html
4. Kaoskat - Received by Partner!  http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,342342.0.html
5. Lady Satine - Received by Partner!  http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,342817.0.html
6. Uninu - Recieved by Partner!  http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,342519.0.html
7. tsukikakushi - Received by Partner!  http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,342954.0.html
8. Unicorn_pops - Received by Partner!  http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,342950.0.html
9. Roogna - Received by Partner!  http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,342197.0.html
10. Salli - Received by Partner!  http://mlparena.com/index.php?topic=343547.0.html
11. coinoperatedgirl - Recieved by Partner!  http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,342421.0.html
12. Pythia - Received by Partner!  http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,342786.0.html
13. PrincessOfDarkness - Received by Partner!  http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,342961.0.html
14. wiccanpony1 - Received by Partner!  http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,342383.0.html
15. summer-blade - Received by Partner!
16. StrawberryMeadow - Received by Partner!  http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,344172.0.html
17. WaePonies - Received by Partner!  http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,342585.0.html
18. Flarewing - Received by Partner!  http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,342184.0.html
19. BlackCurtains - Received by Partner!  http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,342354.0.html
20. hannaliten - Received by Partner!


Approved ~ CSA 7/1/13

[wiccanpony1]

Sounds like a wonderful idea id be interested for sure:)

[coinoperatedgirl]

Oooooh... neato!

[Eviecorn]

Do you think the deadline is too soon?  Should I increase it by a couple of weeks?

[PandaBerryInSpace]

Ah, that sounds awesome! Unfortunately, I'm all full up right now, otherwise, I'd join! :O

[PrincessOfDarkness]

This sounds awesome!!

[ViciousJupiter]

I am such a fan of dark colored ponies!  But alas, the end dates are right around when my baby is due and I would hate to fail my partner come time to deliver...  But I have some inspirational pics I can provide!

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[Eviecorn]

Here's some inspiration links!

http://marysoul.tumblr.com/image/27011854414

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-xyviZfZGKOI/T1NAWzedtSI/AAAAAAAAAJo/jXgH51ZCUdM/s1600/elvia1.jpg

http://img.xcitefun.net/users/2009/08/105862,xcitefun-surreal-14.jpg

http://psychanormalwolf4.deviantart.com/art/Dark-Art-338625537

http://wallpoper.com/images/00/37/23/02/dark-birds_00372302.jpg

http://www.r3veblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/owl_queen_by_ei_en-d2mthzt-600x440.jpg

http://www.r3veblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/lithium_by_ei_en-d3bp7ex-600x953.jpg

Yes, I have a thing for birds.  You don't have to, though. 

Also, based on my own feelings, I tweaked the shipping dates a little bit to give a little more time.

[WeepingPiano]

I really like this idea/theme. It is right up my alley. (and black FBRs are the easiest ones I know )

[kCherry]

Oh, I do hope that this swap gets enough interest; I adore darker themed ponies. I can't handle the pressure of a swap right now, but I'd love to see the ponies from this swap haunting the boards!

[pyrodarknessanny]

oohh i do love the idea of spooky stuff.

this might be a good excuse to uses some of that GID hair ive been hoarding fo so long now.   

Post Merge: July 01, 2013, 04:47:49 AM

is it open for all gen baits or only certan gen like fim ponies? 

[FoolBornUnicorn]

Oh my goodness!
Alas, I don't meet the requirements.
I'll have to sit this one out , but you can bet I'll be stalking the threads should this swap happen!
 

[Eviecorn]

is it open for all gen baits or only certan gen like fim ponies? 

It'd be open to whatever you'd want to receive as long as it's not outrageous.  If you want a G3 or G4 or even a G1 pony, say so in your form.

[LadySatine]

I'm gonna throw a maybe your way. Sounds cool!

[Salli]

I just finished all of my swaps and was hoping someone would post a spookyish one. Also, Evie you are a great swap host!

I am so in.