A REMEDY GAMES FANZINE

The FBC Zine

A free, annual community based digital zine focused on the Remedy Entertainment
video game franchises of Alan Wake and Control.

Status: Interest Check November 18, 2024 - December 16, 2024.

Interest Check Form

Past Issues

 
 
 
FBC Zine Vol. 1
2022-2023
The first Control fanzine which focused on the Federal Bureau of Control and its characters.Download PDF Here

 
 
FBC Zine Vol. 2:
The Oceanview Guestbook
2023-2024
The second annual FBC Zine featuring fanworks from Alan Wake and Control (2019). This second zine is themed around investigation, travel, and deep dives into the mysteries of the Oceanview itself.Download PDF Here

SCHEDULE

This page will be updated with more information about the zine as it moves forward through each phase. If you have any questions please refer to our FAQ and Guidelines section or ask us a question on Tumblr or Twitter. This schedule will be finalized after the Interest Check results.
Deadlines are according to PST (Pacific Standard Time).

FAQ

What is a zine?
A zine is a collection of fanworks published as a fan project in a magazine-like format. Zines can feature a variety of media, including writing, art (both digital and traditional), cosplay, photography, and more. This zine highly encourages and invites creativity.What is the Remedy Connected Universe
The Remedy Connected Universe involves the worlds of Alan Wake (I, II), Control (2019), and FBC: Firebreak. For the purposes of this zine, we will only be focusing on these three franchises and any crossover between them.What is the zine's theme?
Horror and all its subgenres. We are looking for fanworks which feature elements of the RCU from a horror perspective, this includes characters, environments, and more.Is this zine digital or physical?
This zine will be available for free in digital format.Why is this a digital-only zine and not a physical one?
By providing a free, digital zine, those who would not have otherwise been able to afford a physical zine can still enjoy curated, collaborative fanworks created by fans in a polished collection.Will this zine be Safe For Work (SFW)?
The FBC Zine will be safe for work, with content aligning with the game’s own Mature rating.What age do you have to be to participate?
Since the games are rated Mature, all participants must be 18 years or older.Do I have to have prior experience in a zine to contribute?
No previous experience is required, just enthusiasm, a willingness to create, and good work ethic!Can I apply for more than one position?
Yes, but if you apply as an Artist and Writer, you will only be accepted for one of the two. Any spot illustrators can also apply for other positions as well and can be accepted as both. You can also apply for any of the above roles in addition to applying as a Multimedia Contributor. At maximum, you can only have 2 roles in the zine.How many contributors will be accepted?
We do not have specific limits for any role, with the exception being the cover artist.Will the zine have guest contributors?
All interested applicants must apply. The mods will not be reaching out to anyone specifically.What will be expected of me as a contributor?
Contributors will be expected to produce at least one, brand new piece of content for the zine. Please see our guidelines for specific information. The FBC Zine is not submission based, and applications which attempt to submit previously published finished pieces or works already in progress will be denied. All contributors work within the creation period to create their piece at the same time.Will contributors be compensated?
No, this zine is purely non-profit and is not affiliated with Remedy Entertainment.Is shipping related content allowed?
Yes, all pairings between adult characters are allowed except for any incest and/or pairings involving a minor.Is general content (such as genfic) allowed?
Of course! We would like to create a zine with a well-rounded display of content.What about original characters?
Original characters (OCs) are allowed, with one caveat: because this is a zine focused on the Remedy universe, all submissions must involve canonical characters from Alan Wake or Control. Ultimately, if you have an idea involving OCs, the mods will review it on a case-by-case basis.Are AUs allowed?
In short, no. However, canon divergent AUs are acceptable, such as "No Hiss Invasion" AUs. If you’re uncertain about your potential idea, the mods will review it on a case-by-case basis.The mods will be assessing content on a case-by-case basis. If you have specific questions about these guidelines or would like to run your idea with us in advance, please contact us.Are Crossovers allowed?
No. The only crossover content allowed in the zine is between Alan Wake and Control.How can I apply?
We will announce when the zine’s contributor applications have opened through our social media platforms as well as on this carrd. You will fill out a form for either an Writers, Artists, or Multimedia Contributor.Who approves my application?
The Director, Head Mod Zath.What kind of content can I create for the zine?
Anything that fits within the current zine’s theme and abides by the content guidelines. For example, we welcome traditional/digital art, short comics, writing (fanfiction, poetry, meta essays, scripts, in-game style documentation), traditional photography, LARP style cosplay, fan videos (machinima, original music), themed recipes, and anything else you’re passionate about which we haven’t already covered. If you have questions about your particular ideas, you can always reach out to the FBC zine’s socials.What could cause my application to be declined?
Submitting pitches that either do not follow the current zine’s theme, do not abide by the zine’s content rating or guidelines, or are too low effort or vague. The FBC Zine is not submission based, and applications which attempt to submit previously published finished pieces or works already in progress will be automatically denied. Applicants should also keep in mind that while we don’t have a set number of contributors, we will be trying to diversify the zine’s content to showcase as many unique themes and characters as possible.I have a question that wasn't listed.
Please reach out on our Tumblr or Bluesky! Our asks and DMs are always open! If you have neither, feel free to email us at [email protected].

GUIDELINES

APPLICATION GUIDELINES

General Requirements
▾ All contributors must be 18 years or older before applying.
▾ All linked portfolios must be accessible (if you are using a Google Drive link, please set permissions to “Anyone with the link”).
▾ If possible, please provide at least one sample of a Remedy Connected Universe fanwork.
▾ Each applicant will be asked to submit at least two pitches, with an optional third pitch.
▾ All provided samples and pitches must be Safe For Work (SFW).
▾ AI generated content is not welcome and will result in immediate disqualification.For Artists
▾ Please submit two samples of your own artwork.
▾ We recommend one sample featuring a full background.
▾ If applying for the role of a spot illustrator, please provide at least one spot art sample or something comparable.For Writers
▾ For fiction and nonfiction, please submit two samples of your work under 3,000 words. These may be excerpts from longer pieces.
▾ For poetry, please submit at least one poem.For Multimedia Contributors
▾ Please provide at least one sample of your previous work.

ZINE CONTRIBUTION GUIDELINES

General Requirements
▾ All contributions will be created during the zine’s creation period.
▾ All contributors will be expected to abide by the zine’s schedule. Any requests for deadline extensions must be submitted prior to the deadline’s date.
▾ Discord will be the primary mode of communication. Mods expect contributors to be responsive.
▾ Lack of timely communication at any point during the zine’s creation may result in a contributor’s removal from the zine.
▾ All zine contributions will receive feedback through three check-ins in order for all pieces to align with the zine’s themes and guidelines.
▾ Contributors must not share any WIPs or screenshots with those outside the zine at any time throughout the zine’s creation period.
▾ All contributors retain the rights to their contributions, but we ask that completed works not be posted publicly until after the official release of the zine.Artist Deliverables
▾ Page Artists will produce one new, original RCU fanwork. Pending our Interest Check results, we may allow for horizontal spread page artwork in addition to vertical orientation.
▾ All files must not have a watermark. Artist signatures are allowed however.
▾ Traditional art is welcome as long as it’s scanned in high quality, at least 300 dpi or higher.
▾ Spot Illustrators will produce three to five images to be used throughout the zine. The number of expected spot illustrations may be adjusted depending upon the amount of contributors. Individuals who apply only as spot illustrators will be asked to create a larger portion of the spot illustrations. Spot illustrators will be expected to use the zine’s color palette.
▾ The Cover Artist will be responsible for creating both the front/back cover of the zine. The Cover Artist will be expected to use the zine’s color palette.Writing Deliverables
▾ Writers will write no more than 3,000 words of original, new content per zine. Previously published works or works already in progress will not be accepted as contributions.
▾ Writers will create no less than 300 words of original, new content.
▾ Pieces can be traditional fanfiction, in-universe documentation, scripts, or nonfiction meta essays about Remedy Games.
▾ For poetry, the expected word count will vary depending upon the type of poem. Poetry contributors may be asked to create more than one poem depending upon the type of poem.
▾ All writers will work in collaboration with the writing mod throughout the zine’s creation process. The writing mod will read and edit pieces to polish syntax structure, grammar, and content length. The overall content of the piece will receive feedback and may require revision throughout each stage.General Multimedia Deliverables
▾ Multimedia contributions must be created during the zine’s creation period. We will not accept previously published works or works already in progress.
▾ All multimedia contributions must include an accompanying written supplement, a maximum of one page, which explains your creative process. For example, a cosplay contribution can explain why you chose to cosplay as a particular character, how you designed your outfit, picked your photo shoot location, why you chose to contribute this particular type of media to the zine, etc.Cosplay
▾ Must include at least three high quality photographs. We will not accept mirror selfies for cosplay.Recipes
▾ Must include at maximum three Remedy Games themed recipes.
▾ Must include at least one high quality photograph of the finished recipe.
▾ Only non-alcoholic drinks will be allowed, i.e., hot-chocolate, tea, coffee etc.Video/Audio Fanworks
▾ Minimum of two minutes, maximum of ten minutes.
▾ We will accept original music/songs, video essays/documentaries, machinima, America Overnight episodes or other in-game style recordings, animation, etc.
▾ Contributions requiring a script will need to submit any scripts for review and editing by the writing mod.
▾ We will not be accepting video game reviews of Remedy Games.If you have questions about your particular pitch for a contribution, please reach out on our Tumblr or Bluesky! Our asks and DMs are always open! If you have neither, feel free to email us at [email protected].

Admin Team

Zath
HEAD & FORMATTING MOD
They/Them
Hello, I’m Zath! I’m a graphic designer, aspiring artist, and writer. When I’m not hosting fanzines, I enjoy gaming and reading in my spare time. I host the FBC Zine because I enjoy collaborating with others to tell new stories in this universe. Can you believe we’re about to embark on the third volume? With this year’s zine revolving around horror, I hope to see these beloved RCU characters in all different kinds of spooky and frightening situations!
Zine Experience

• Carrd
• Bluesky
• Tumblr
• Archive of Our Own

WondrousWendy
WRITING & SOCIAL MEDIA MOD
She/Her
Hey, I’m Wendy! I am an original fiction and fanfiction author who’s been writing for nearly two decades (thankfully not from the Dark Place). I’m eager to get started on a new project for this universe and can’t wait to meet another team of contributors!
Zine Experience

• Carrd
• Archive of Our Own
• Tumblr
• Bluesky