THE GROUP
Use the buttons below to explore the available roles in our Discord group.Each section provides detailed information about the role and any requirements you’ll need to meet before applying.
Group LORE
Long ago, an Artist Alley Facebook group existed.
Then, the IP lawyers attacked.
Shunned from the social media platform, it moved to a place called 'Discord'.
There, the artists live in peace, happily sharing their wares & creations.
As long as no one sends signals to anger IP gods, they are safe.
General Server Rules
💜 Be Respectful!
Respect the mods and your fellow users.Nobody likes a bully and there will be no tolerance for rudeness, personal attacks, or anything along those general lines.
❤️ Contacting Mods
ONLY use #modmail channel to contact Moderators❌ DO NOT directly DM any mods with an AAN question - or for any reason, including but not limited to applications or bans.❌ DO NOT send mods unsolicited friend requests. Mods will NOT reply to personal DMs.
💙 Chat Behavior & Etiquette
No sharing identifying info (names, social media, art, posts, screenshots, etc.) without permission. This applies to artists, customers, coworkers - anyone but yourself. Please remember that this is a public server with thousands of people, most of whom will be strangers.
Prohibited: Bigotry, racism, homophobia, transphobia, body shaming, illegal or harmful content, and health/safety risks.
Also Prohibited: We are now strictly prohibiting posting photos of children under the age of 18. If they appear in the background of convention photos, that’s fine, but do not post your own or others' kids. We also recommend you avoid sharing personal details such as things about your home, your work, or even identifying photos of yourself. The internet can be a dangerous place, and in a server with strangers, internet safety remains a priority.
NO screencaps of AAN discord conversations are allowed to be posted outside of the group. Paraphrasing is fine. Even if screennames are hidden, absolutely no screenshots. Violations may result in a Timeout or Ban, depending on severity. This policy is in place to maintain a safe space for artists to freely express their opinions on events, manufacturers, etc., within our community.
Stay On Topic. Be sure to follow the specific rules for each channel. Off-topic chatter will get a nudge and get redirected towards the proper channel.
📌 Check The Pins In main channels/threads, there is typically important information and/or answers to common questions pinned for easy reference and searching.
➡️ Source Questions
If you see something a person has made or created and you're curious where they had it made, head to #manus_sourcing channel and discuss it there. Respect the privacy of individuals who don't feel comfortable giving their suppliers for any reason. If you're posting an image to an example product or display, be sure to give credit to the original creator!➡️ Fanart Legality Discussions
Fanart is allowed, but discussions on fanart legality are banned to avoid heated debates. It's perfectly fine to point out if an IP allows/disallows fanart for the sake of informing someone so they can make an educated decision, but let's not dwell on the topic of "is fanart legal."➡️ Tax and Law Questions
For tax and legal advice, please consult a professional. This group is not qualified to address specific tax or legal questions.❌ No Posting Twitter/X Links in the Group. At all. We have a auto-filter in place to remove any and all links going to Twitter/X. #Con_News is the only exception.
Why are the Rules so Strict?
Our rules reflect the standards you’ll find in large convention Artist Alleys, where IP protection and artist security are top priorities.
Some of these rules protect both the server and its artists. We’ve had to learn from past experiences - like when an IP lawyer joined our old FB group, reported posts, and ultimately got the entire group shut down.To avoid a repeat in our discord server, we have clear guidelines and requirements for artists. By adhering to these rules, we can continue offering a safe, supportive community for everyone.
Join Our Group
Step 1:
Step 2:
Join the Discord BEFORE you fill out the form.
(You won't have access to all the channels yet.)
Make sure you are already IN the discord before filling out the entry form. If you are not in the group, we can't assign you a role to give you access. If you're re-applying to join, you will need to re-join the discord.
Step 3:
Choose the role that fits you best
Step 4:
Fill out the Application Entry Form for the role you chose (be sure to fill ALL required fields)
Step 5:
Wait for the mods to assigned your profile a role that will grant access to the rest of the channels within the group!
The group of moderators will review your entry application and assign you a role. They review your app to make sure that everything aligns to our rules.** Role assigning process can take up to 3 weeks. We know you're excited to join, but please have patience with us. This time may fluctuate depending on convention season, holidays, and the amount of applications we receive in an open period.
Entry Forms for the group are open from the 15th to the end of the month.
Application denied?
The mods don't deny applications without reason.
Make sure to re-read all the rules and all the requirements for the group.You are welcome to re-apply again during the next entry cycle, as long as your new application better adheres to the rules/requirements.When you re-apply, you will need to re-join the discord again. At the end of the month, the group is purged of accounts with no assigned role to make sure we don't have bot accounts.
Removed from the Group?
We understand that being removed from the group can be unexpected. Please know that we never ban or remove members without cause. Our guidelines exist to ensure a safe and supportive community, and we will enforce them when necessary.When you joined, you agreed to follow these rules, and any removal or ban follows multiple steps to address broken guidelines. We’re always here to support those who engage respectfully and we appreciate everyone’s cooperation in maintaining a positive environment for all members.
Do Not Privately message mods about your removal.
Can’t access the Discord at All?
You were likely banned previously for breaking our rules - the most common reason being IP violations, though witch-hunting or harmful behavior are also possible.If your social media, portfolio, or booth display still show products that violate our rules, you will not be readmitted to the group. Attempting to circumvent the ban with a backup account or by hiding but still selling the problematic pieces will result in a permanent ban.If you’d like to rejoin, and it has been at least 90 days since your ban, please fill out the appeal survey.
[We will post a link for that here. It is currently a work in progress]Unbanned applicants must rejoin the group after the ban is lifted.
