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About the fest

A Yoonmin fest for exploring worlds and characters beyond the bounds of reality. Magic, supernatural elements and themes of good versus evil, all through the lens of Yoongi and Jimin.

Any kind of fantasy is welcome! Whether it’s dark, cozy magical realism, or full high fantasy epics with intricate worlds.

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Rules

➶ Must be 18+ to participate
➶ Must have an AO3 account to participate
➶ Yoonmin must be the main ship
➶ Minimum word count of 2k
➶ This fest is open to writers and artists
➶ Must follow rules and restrictions
➶ Works must be appropriately tagged
➶ No plagiarism/AI allowed
➶ Fest will run in KST

Restrictions

There are no restrictions, but works must be tagged appropriately and AO3 warnings added, if applicable.

Prompting

➶ Must have an AO3 account to submit prompts
➶ Maximum of 20 prompts per AO3 account
➶ Prompt must not be overly detailed
➶ Include DW and DNW
➶ Please leave dynamics up to the writer
➶ Prompts violating rules will be deleted
➶ Self prompts will be added before claiming begins

Claiming

➶ Writers can claim up to 3 prompts (including 1 self prompt)
➶ Must fill in the claiming forms within 48 hours
➶ Each prompt can only be claimed twice (excluding self prompts)
➶ Must follow fest rules & DW/DNWs
➶ WIPs allowed, as long as they meet minimum word count
➶ Please fill in check-in forms

Artists

➶ Artist must be 18+
➶ Art can be inspired by prompts or own ideas
➶ Art can be SFW or NSFW
➶ No need to claim prompt on AO3
➶ Please fill in artist claim form
➶ Please tag art appropriately

Schedule

Submission schedule

Forms

Feeling inspired? Prompt it on AO3 💜
Remember to write down your DW and DNW since this fest has no restrictions!

• ✦ Prompt form on AO3

Please fill out the claiming form after you have claimed a prompt on AO3!

• ✦ Claiming form
• ✦ Artist claiming form

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• ✦ Submission form

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• ✦ Drop out form

Minlandia

There are whispers around the realm of Minlandia, about two certain individuals having gone missing...

Check back in later to learn how the story of Minlandia unfolds...

Minlandia Types

As you journey through the lands and realms of Minlandia, quest by quest, you’ll encounter many different souls. Each unique, yet shaped by six ancient callings. Which one calls to you?

• ✦ Take the quiz

Artwork by awkwardcatfriend

The Thornweaver

The Thornweaver is sharp-minded and purpose-driven, placing high value on structure and efficiency. A true strategist! Whether crafting a battle plan or building a future, they never act without intent.

Perfectly capable of thriving alone, the Thornweaver will still choose teamwork when it’s efficient, but they won’t waste time on flattery or chaos. With competent allies, they can overcome anything, and likely improve the system (and move some hearts) along the way.

Their focus makes them good at pastimes that require discipline, like playing instruments or writing poetry. They don’t seek the spotlight they’re often given, but they’ll make it look effortless when all eyes are on them.

When the Thornweaver falls in love, they’ll ignore it for as long as possible. There’s no time for romance when there’s a plan to weave! But once their heart burns too strongly, they’ll court with intention. Just don’t laugh when they get a little clumsy around their crush... They might have a plan, but nothing wrecks their focus quite like blushing.

“Every move has a purpose. They win without noise.”

Artwork by awkwardcatfriend

The Veilwalker

Be it with their body or their mind, the curiosity of the Veilwalker keeps them moving. They’re either floating around the world or journeying inward from their comfy couch, but one thing is certain: they’re difficult to grasp.

On the rare occasions they’re spotted in the wild, they’re usually reading a thick book or staring into space like they’re listening to whispers from another dimension. Then they just leave without a word.

But when the Veilwalker feels comfortable enough to stick around, they suddenly won’t shut up. They’ll dive into niche obsessions with childlike excitement, yapping (or bullshitting) for hours about a weird fish they once saw, while their friends roll their eyes and smile. Just don’t mistake them for being frail and weak. Cross them, and their wisely chosen words will cut like a blade.

Love takes time for the Veilwalker, as they don’t fall easily or often. Not because they’re afraid, but because they don’t feel that kind of pull without deep connection. They might not realize it’s love until it’s already taken root. But once it has, they’ll always find their way back, whispering the sweetest words to their sweetheart.

"Knows things they shouldn’t, softly aching behind the curtain."

Artwork by awkwardcatfriend

The Stonebound

Steady as bedrock, patient, and stronger than they’ll ever claim. The Stonebound is known as the grounded protector, the one to influence a crowd by their mere presence, not by words or dramatic gestures.

They aren’t guided by praise or rewards, they don’t rely on strategy or get distracted by fuss. They run on instinct and loyalty, guarding what matters and enduring what others can’t. It’s in silence that they carry burdens, perhaps only grunting a little when in discomfort.

Their strength doesn’t lie in conversation, and they simply won’t lift a finger unless it’s absolutely necessary (and only for a cause they fully support). But one must beware when their blade is drawn, as it’s only done to end things, not start them.

It’s a common misconception that the Stonebound is cold, heartless, and ruled by duty alone. Because, oh, once someone has taken their heart, they’d move mountains at any cost. They may never scream it off the rooftops, but they’ll show it in every gesture. That’s how the Stonebound loves: constant, unshakable, and without end.

“They don’t speak love. They prove it.”

Artwork by awkwardcatfriend

The Stormkissed

The Stormkissed are bold, cunning, and impossible to ignore. Their passion to go after what they want makes them compelling lovers leaders, whether it’s intentional or not (it probably is).

While others might hesitate, the Stormkissed move. Charm is their strategy, emotion a tool. But don’t mistake their fierce attitude for being careless or cruel, as they feel everything deeply with a heart that’s beating just as warmly as anyone else's, just beneath the surface.

They’ve learned from every storm they’ve survived, coming up for air only to check if they’re still heading exactly where they want to. No one else can tell a Stormkissed how to live, and they’ll throw a tantrum if someone tries. The past shaped them and made them stronger, and with it came a wall. A feisty wall that won’t fall easily.

But real trouble might only begin once they fall in love. The Stormkissed might not fall first, but they always fall harder, and the storm loves fiercely once it settles... They’d duel a god for the one they love, which might not always be a wise thing to do.

“They don’t chase, they pull. And suddenly, you’re in the tide.”

Artwork by awkwardcatfriend

The Starborn

Fluid in their movements and determinedly expressive, the Starborn are creative and skillful. Flowing from moment to moment with a certain elegance, they tend to follow their innate inspiration guided by emotion.

They’re in tune with their body and innovative mind, whichever way they express their artistic side. It might be through dancing, singing, or solving math problems in ways no one else could imagine, and they always seem effortlessly good at what they do.

Or is it really that effortless? Perfectionism haunts them all too often, and imposter syndrome nags at them more than they’d like to admit. They may sparkle on the outside, but inside they’re rewriting everything, hoping to finally feel worthy of the praise.

One thing is for certain: the Starborn are deeply kind and will make everyone around them feel a little (or a lot) enchanted. They’re thoughtful, but sometimes too careful to be fully honest, worried that their truth might not be soft enough to keep others close. With that, when the Starborn falls in love, they might need a little push to admit their feelings, but it’ll be written in their dance moves long before.

“They dance through fate like they were born for it.”

Artwork by awkwardcatfriend

The Hearthrisen

The Hearthrisen glows with a comforting warmth. They’re the ones who remember birthdays, bring snacks and bandages to long quests, and stay up until all ‘home safe’ messages are in. Their strength lies in their generous heart, wide open to anyone in need.

They highly value their friends and (found) family, always placing their needs far above their own. Kindness is not something they choose, but it’s simply who they are. And while it seems effortless, it’s all built on ashes. The Hearthrisen knows what it means to fall apart, yet still choose love.

That devotion comes with a cost, when they give until there’s nothing left, hiding exhaustion behind smiles and laughter. They won’t ask for help, not wanting to burden anyone else. Like a phoenix, they’ll burn in self sacrifice, and rise before anyone notices they were gone.

They fear being loved only for what they offer, not for who they are. The thought of someone seeing them fall apart terrifies them, let alone letting someone pick up their ashes and help them heal. But once they feel safe, the love of a Hearthrisen is an endless beam of sunshine.

“Shines brightly to guide someone else through the dark, smiling.”