The Rules


1.) Contestants may submit up to two pictures of their entry (a front and side view, for example). Images must be no larger than 400 pixels by 600 pixels. Larger images will be disqualified. Entries linked to a folder containing more than two images, or images larger than 400x600 pixels, of the custom minifig will be subject to disqualification.

2.) For this contest, please refrain from submitting characters based on Star Wars, or cartoon adaptions of comic books.

3.) Entries must be brand new, never-before-seen customs. Any entry or decal that was published online prior to the start of the contest will be disqualified.

4.) Contestants may each enter only one (1) minifig for consideration. Please consider this choice carefully, as entries cannot be changed once they have been submitted for review.

5.) When submitting an entry, please include a short write-up giving the name of the character and what cartoon(s) the character was featured in. Please keep in mind that only cartoons made prior to 2000 are acceptable (the 20th century). Cartoon characters first featured in 2000 or later (21st century) are not eligible for consideration in this contest.

6.) Entries must be something the whole community can enjoy. For obvious reasons, avoid nudity, excessive gore, or other offensive content.

7.) Please use care in taking pictures of your custom. If an image is dark, blurry, or has excessive glare, it may get marked down as the actual custom will be difficult to see.

8.) Contest rules are subject to change if necessary.


PRIZE

Both the winner and the runner up will have their customs featured on the front page of the MCN and will be entered into the MCN Customs Database (at such a time when the database is fully up and running again, which may be after the next website update).
The winner of the contest (only one winner folks) will be given a $25 voucher to be used at any one MCN Approved Vendor (see below) of the winner's choice.

The winner will be contacted via Private Message with the details after the contest is finished, and must respond with their choice within 2 weeks. If the winner cannot or will not comply, the prize will be awarded to the runner up.

BrickArms
BrickForge
Kaminoan's Fine Clonier
Arealight's Custom Works
Recluce's Castings    or.....
A hooded cloak and classic trench coat in winner's choice of colour - from the fine store of Unknown Artist.

The Contest will run from today (August 1st  12.01 am GMT ) to August 29th (12.00 am GMT)

So get busy! We look forward to seeing what you can come up with!

- MCN staff

Hmm, this contest is going to be very, very, interesting to see the entries. By the way DD, on the rules, you typed rules 6, 7, and 8 twice each.

How do we upload images to enter

try this: http://www.minifigcustomizationnetwork.com/forum/5005

If it's too confusing let me know. :-)

Ok - fixed. :-D

Post calling "Dibs" will be deleted.  Please keep such comments to yourselves.  This is an informational topic, letting you know about a new contest, and if you have questions directly relating to the contest you may ask them here.

That being said.... I will be entering this contest, not as a contestant, but just for fun.

Question: If I posted a character, and after this someone posted their version of the same character, could I change my post with a different character?

-KB

A few clarifications of note, just to compile them into one post. Please read carefully.

1.) ANY character featured in a cartoon and first appearing in that cartoon prior to the year 2001 is eligible for this contest, with the exception of COMIC BOOK and STAR WARS characters. So as to the more specific comment about Sonic the Hedgehog, he had a cartoon which aired in the early '90s. It doesn't matter that he was a video game character first. If it was -ever- a cartoon in the specified time, and does not violate the comic books/Star Wars clause, you can enter it.

ONE EXCEPTION: Ninja Turtles. While technically the Ninja Turtles were a comic book before being a cartoon, The Ninja Turtles are still valid characters to attempt for this contest.


2.) An animated feature film is not a cartoon. Characters from animated movies are not eligible (they would have been eligible in the Movie Madness contest). However, if that animated movie was turned into a television cartoon series, it becomes eligible. Therefore, Buzz Lightyear (from the cartoon named after him) is eligible, though Woody (only featured in the Toy Story film) is not.

3.) Some of you might be tempted, as mentioned above, to enter 'buddy' characters like Sonic and Tails or Rocky and Bullwinkle. Please remember that each CHARACTER counts as one entry, and you are only allowed just one entry. If you submit a picture showing two custom minifigs, or try to submit two separate entries, you will be disqualified.



Can't wait to see what you guys come up with. Good luck everyone. And remember, you can't win if you don't enter!



An Entries thread will be created sometime this week. As soon as the thread is up, you may begin posting your entries. Please remember to RE-READ THE RULES before posting to make sure your entry is formatted correctly. And also remember to take your time, there's no rush to be the first person to enter.

hey can there be noses and ears, cause thats one thing that makes cartoons distinct

spaz

The winner of the contest (only one winner folks) will be given a $25 voucher to be used at any one MCN Approved Vendor (see below) of the winner's choice.

The winner will be contacted via Private Message with the details after the contest is finished, and must respond with their choice within 2 weeks. If the winner cannot or will not comply, the prize will be awarded to the runner up.

BrickArms
BrickForge
Kaminoan's Fine Clonier
Arealight's Custom Works
or
A hooded cloak and classic trench coat in winner's choice of colour - from the fine store of Unknown Artist.

BrickArms and BrickForge Are custom weapons, kaminoan's is custom professional decals, I don't know what area light is, and unknown  artist cloak looks like this:

If you have anymore questions, direct them to Daredevil.

It's $25 for ONE vendor.  Spikeballs you should have no problem spending that much at Brickarms, and if you need assistance Im sure many of our members would be able to assist you in taking up the last few dollars.

It can be any color you want, yellow, flesh, green, blue, purple....