Star Crossed: a Curlya Zine is a free digital zine project focused on the platonic or romantic relationship between Curly and Anya from Mouthwashing.The purpose of this project is to unite artists of all sorts over a mutual passion for Curlya. Whether you create art, write fiction, make merch, cosplay, animate, anything, all are welcome to participate!Please take a moment to review the mods page, the schedule, and the FAQ for more information. Thank you so much for reading! We hope you love it when it’s done!To contact the mods, you can email us at [email protected], and DM us on Twitter or Tumblr

Lexi - Art Mod

I'm Lexi - a game artist who loves cartoons, characters, and creature design. 🦖 I make games on the side as a co-founder of IconicArts, a remote indie studio. I do 2D/3D art + animation, UI, level design, etc. I also have an extreme obsession with the color purple. 💜I got into MW around late November and it's stuck ever since. Seeing all the out of context fanart on Twitter got me to play it :)Why do you like Curlya?
Curlya has touched my heart because I see so much of myself within the two characters that it makes me sick. Two abuse victims finding peace with one another is just so beautiful and powerful to me.

Peu - Head and Graphics Mod

Hey there, I am Peu! I am a graphic designer by day, and artist by very late night. I am also currently specializing in web development.I didn't expect Mouthwashing to get me this hooked at first, and honestly, it didn't. For some reason, the obsession took over one month after I had played the game, but I am glad it did. It's been such a breath of fresh air to me, artistically speaking :)Why do you like Curlya?
My love for this ship was gradual, starting with me not understanding why it was a thing at all, then followed by a long denial phase. But hey, this just means my love for Curlya is very real! I love how doomed they are, and how they are a tragic amalgamation of if onlys.

Cody - Socials Mod

Hi! My name is Cody. I’m 29, and I’ve been drawing for my entire life. I also write, and I can sing. I started off in the Reddit MW fandom (yikes), then eventually made the 99.9% Discord server, where I’ve met so many wonderful friends. The game has completely changed my life, turning me from a directionless loser to someone bursting with creativity who’s busy with eight million different projects, and for that I’ll be forever grateful. It seems that when you see yourself fully in a character that feels stuck in his career with no motivation, it can light a fire under your ass.Why do you like Curlya?
I honestly don’t remember how I got into Curlya. But there’s something about the caring nurse meeting the despondent captain that draws me in. Their flirty banter in game kills me so bad, it’s so easy to write them playing off of each other in my fics. I just think that if he opened up to her, they would’ve made such a beautiful pairing. Therefore, I cope with the tragedy by making endless AUs where nothing bad happens.

Saturno - Writing Mod

Hi! You can call me Saturno. I’m 24 and stories have always been important to me. I’ve been reading and writing since I was a little girl, and I’m currently studying literature in college. Art is what keeps the soul alive, and I love exploring how many corners of the human mind I can reach, whether it be through books, zines, scripts, or anything under the sun.Why do you like Curlya?
I love Curlya because I’m a masochist who enjoys ships that are doomed by the narrative just as much as sweet ships. Whether in a world with a better ending, or the canonical universe, Curlya can fulfill either one.

Zine positions
This zine aims to take on around 30 artists, 7 merch artists, 10 writers and 10 alternative contributors.Page Artist: General artist position. You will create 1 piece which can range from single page, spread, or short comic.Writer: General writer position. You will write a short, finished piece ranging from 1.5k words to 4k.Merch Artist: You will work on different merch pieces, ranging from digital to printable.Alternative Contributor: Your contribution will feature works that don't fall in the aforementioned categories. For example: cosplay, animation, 3D renders, music, etc.Zine Content
Content will be split between Alternate Universe and Canonverse. We aim for a 3/2 ratio, which means 60% Canonverse, and 40% Alternate Universe.- Canonverse applies to any content taking place in the Tulpar. Canon-divergent content will be included with Canonverse.- Alternate Universe applies to all content in a setting different to the one shown in Mouthwashing.General application guidelines- All samples provided must be publicly accessible. You can link either Social Media posts (from Instagram, Twitter, Tumblr, etc.) or Google Drive links (but again, make sure it's accessible). FOR WRITERS: please read through the writer applications sections, as these conditions will vary.- It is your responsibility to make sure that everything you submit is publicly accessible (you can check this by opening your links in an incognito browser window). If our moderators don't have access to your works, your application(s) will not be reviewed.- NSFW canon compliant content (which is to say, blood and gore) is allowed in your portfolio, as well as non-sexual nudity, but make sure to indicate any relevant trigger warnings. Any other NSFW that doesn't fall into this category is not allowed.- If you wish to edit your application after submission, please submit a new version and make sure to specify that this is a resubmission in the designed space you will find in the form.- All contributors have to be 16 or older at the time of submitting their application.- You may apply for more than one role, but keep in mind you will only be eligible for one. You may also be offered a position for a role you didn't apply to if the Mod Team considers you'd be a better fit taking that role, so please keep this in mind.Page and Merch Artists- Your portfolio must contain at least three samples that reflect the art style that you would like to use in this zine. Make sure they are in good quality and either in PNG or JPG format.- A Mouthwashing sample IS REQUIRED. Please provide us one in your application.- A Curlya sample is appreciated, though not required. Having or not having a Curlya sample will not change your chances of being accepted.Writers
- Provide three samples of your writing that you feel best represents the style of writing you would like to use in this zine. Can be excerpts of longer works.- Please submit your work as a .pdf file.- Your sample must not exceed 1000 words in total.- A Mouthwashing sample IS REQUIRED. Please provide us one in your application.- A Curlya sample is appreciated, though not required. Having or not having a Curlya sample will not change your chances of being accepted.Alternative Contributors
- For this role, your submitted samples could range from 3D modeling, animation, music or cosplay, for example. We only ask that you surprise us!- Provide at least three samples of your work that you feel best represents the work that you would like to contribute to the zine.- For alternative contributors, a Curlya or Mouthwashing sample is appreciated, though not required. Having or not having them will not change your chances of being accepted.

1. What is a zine?
A zine is like a book that’s centered around a specific theme, which in this case is Curlya. Various artists, writers, and other sorts of creators collaborate to create the content for the pages, and the graphics moderator does background work to gather it all together in an artful way, much like a magazine.⮞ If you wish to know more information about zines, feel free to check out this Carrd made by @atozines: https://zinebaby.carrd.co/2. More information about this zine
This is a zine that centers around the platonic or romantic relationship between Curly and Anya. We’re looking for artists, writers, merch artists, and any kind of alternative type of contributor.Here you can take a look at what is expected for each category:⮞ Artists: for contributors who will work on page art, which includes single page and spreads, as well as short comics.⮞ Writers: for contributors who will work on a piece of writing for the zine.⮞ Merch Artists: for contributors who will work on creating merch for the zine. Keep in mind that this zine is digital, so they will work on digital and printable merch (more on that later).⮞ Alternative Contributors: for contributors who don't fall in any of the aforementioned categories. Their work could range from cosplay, to animations, to even music.3. Does the zine have a theme I need to adhere to?
Not necessarily, as long as it’s centered on Curlya. Whether you depict them in a romantic or a platonic way is ultimately your choice!4. Is there an age requirement for this zine?
All applicants must be 16 or older.5. How many contributors will this zine have?
This zine aims to take on around 40 artists (guests included), 7 merch artists, 10 writers and 10 alternative contributors.6. Will contributors be compensated in some way?
This zine will be free for consumers, as well as 100% digital. Since we will not be dealing with finances in any shape or form, that means no finantial compensation.
Our contributors will, however, receive a digital copy of the zine, as well as digital merch.7. Are we allowed to depict other characters?
Of course! As long as the focus is on Curlya, include whoever you’d like.8. Are AUs allowed? Which AUs aren't allowed?
When it comes to canon vs AUs, we’re looking for more canon content rather than AU, although AUs are totally allowed. Think of a 60:40 ratio of canon/canon-divergent material vs AU.
The type of AUs that are not allowed are anything sexual/NSFW, dead dove, or excessively gorey. Due to the nature of the game, disturbing content is permitted, as long as it doesn’t go too far.9. Is NSFW allowed?
SFW only, please. Depending on the reception and interest, we might do an NSFW one in the future.10. Are contributors allowed to post their work to their own socials?
Yes, once the zine is completed, contributors will be able to post their work. However, while the project is still ongoing, we ask contributors to not share any WIPs publicly. In addition, when the time comes, contributors will be asked to post a preview/sneak peek to their socials using the template the team will provide.