Avant-garde

A Yusuke Kitagawa Fanzine

Avant-garde is a SFW for-charity physical zine focused on Yusuke Kitagawa from Persona 5!The zine may contain spoilers and is focused on canon events from the game, particularly centering Yusuke’s story and dynamics with the rest of the cast.All proceeds from this zine will go towards Palestine Children's Relief Fund.

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FAQ

- What is a zine?
A zine (short for magazine) is a self-published, independent project focused around a certain topic or sub-culture. Fanzines in particular are usually a collection of artwork and written fan works celebrating a piece of media, ship, or character.- What are the specs of this zine?
This zine will be a half-letter (5.5 x 8.5 in) zine with a physical book and physical merchandise. All physical items will be shipped from the United States.- Are spoilers allowed?
Yes, spoilers are allowed.- Is this zine SFW?
Yes, however, it may contain canon-typical violence.- Is shipping or AU allowed?
No, this zine focuses on canon events from the game. You are free to explore Yusuke’s platonic dynamics with other characters, though!- How many contributors will there be?
We aim to have around 10 to 15 artists, 2-3 writers, and 5 merch artists.- How old do you need to be to apply?
Because this zine isn’t for profit, anyone 16 or above can apply.- How will contributors be compensated?
All contributors will be compensated with a digital copy of the zine. If sales allow, contributors will receive a full physical bundle. Additional profits will be donated to the Palestine Children's Relief Fund.- How will communication take place between contributors and mods?
Communication will take place through Discord.

Mods

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Dev - Main/Shipping Mod

Why do you like Yusuke?
I love his passion for art and how much his understanding of the world revolves around it. He’s a very perceptive and emotionally intelligent character!
Experience?
- Etsy and BigCartel shops → Manufacturing acrylic charms, standees, plushies, prints, etc.
- Organizing fandom events and fandom gift exchanges

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Toxic - Organization Mod

Why do you like Yusuke?
He's hilarious and pretty and such a sincere friend!
Experience?
Kaito Momota Zine (Head/Writing), Kaede Akamatsu Zine (Writing), Full Bloom (Socials), Oumota Zine (Organization/Writing)
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Mrow - Art Mod

Why do you like Yusuke?
i find his personality and demeanor endearing (and relatable), as well as really enjoying his play style and animations most
Experience?
art mod for shinjiro zine, guest artists on the following: Envision: Rezhong zine, Customs of Liyue zine, Kyrie Eleison : Sunday zine , participant in many others

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Neb - Graphics Mod

Why do you like Yusuke?
I always loved his insightful commentary on things and general eccentricities. He's a fun character that feels underrated amongst the Phantom Thieves.
Experience?
-Full Bloom (Graphics Mod)
-Deathbound (Graphics Mod)
-Ryuji Big Bang (Graphics Mod)

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Miru - Formatting Mod

Why do you like Yusuke?
i really love how unique yusuke's perspective and attitude is compared to the rest of the cast! he's wonderfully eccentric and entertaining but has a lot of depth to him when you look beneath the surface, which i adore in characters :^)
Experience?
this will be my first formatting experience for a zine, however i'm very familiar with indesign through formatting personal projects <3