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''Faceclaims'' are images (or a set of images) used to represent a character.. On Beyond the Pale, we require each character to have a unique faceclaim. Each faceclaim can only be used by one character at a time, except in cases of a.) twins and b.) parent/child where the child uses younger photos of the parent.
Faceclaims
Faceclaims are images (or sets of images) used to portray a character. We require every character to have a unique faceclaim. Each faceclaim can only be used by one character at a time, except in cases of twins or kits using younger photos of their parent's faceclaim. To view current faceclaims in use, please visit our [https://beyondthepalerp.jcink.net/index.php?act=Pages&pid=10 claims] list.


At this time, we allow both photos and artwork to be used as faceclaims.  
At this time, we allow photos (manipulated or not) and artwork to be used as faceclaims.  


== Photo Faceclaims ==
== Photo Faceclaims ==


Photos are the primary faceclaim on Beyond the Pale. We only allow photos that are ''Creative Commons'' or photos that you have been specifically given permission to use (often called by the community as "perms".)  
Photos are the primary choice of faceclaim on Beyond the Pale. We only allow members to use photos that are under the Creative Commons license or photos that you have specifically been given permission to use (often called in the community "perms.")


Some suggested websites to search for Creative Commons photos:
Some suggested websites to search for Creative Commons photos:
* Flickr (with CC filter)
 
* Flickr (ensure only searching Creative Commons)
* Pexels
* Pixabay
* Pixabay
* Pexels
* Unsplash
* Unsplash


=== Photo Manipulation ===
=== Photo Manipulation ===


We allow photo manipulation (also called "manips") on the site. Similar to art faceclaims, we allow photos to be manipulated as long as they remain semi-realistic. Please review the guidelines listed in [[#Art Faceclaims]]. If using CC images, make sure that the license allows for adaptations. (Hint: if it says "NoDerivatives" anywhere in the license, it's a no-go!)
Photo manipulations (called "manips") are allowed on the site. Please ensure that if you're using Creative Commons photos that the license allows for adaptions.


If characters become [[Mutations|mutated]], their original photos may be manipulated more extremely.
== Art Faceclaims ==


== Art Faceclaims <ref>Added in 2025 after member vote.</ref> ==
Artwork may be used as a faceclaim instead of a photo. We ask that your character's design is semi-realistic unless otherwise described by staff (such as in kitten mutations.) You must have the rights to use the character artwork or design, either because you are the artist or you commissioned the artwork. You may use artwork from other sources if you have explicit permission from the original artist. If you are not the artist, please provide a link to the artist's preferred platform.  


Some may prefer (or, in the case of extreme mutations, have no other option!) to use artwork instead of photos for their character's faceclaims. We allow this with some stipulations to ensure the tone of the site is maintained. We require:
Unless otherwise specified, we ask that you follow the art guidelines below:
 
* You must have the rights to use the artwork and character design.
** You must have either drawn the art, commissioned the art, or have had the art drawn specifically for you.
** Currently, you do not have to provide proof that you have the rights.
* If the artwork was commissioned or gifted, please provide a link to the artist's account on their preferred platform.
* You may use publicly available character generations (i.e. picrew) as long as they allow personal use.
 
Unless otherwise specified by a mutation, your character's design must be '''semi-realistic'''. (Please note that this means the design - not your art style!) We require:


* Natural pelt colors
* Natural pelt colors
* Natural eye colors
* Natural eye colors
* A base realistic pelt pattern
* A semi-realistic pelt pattern (i.e. tabby, calico, spotted, pointed)
** i.e. tabby, calico, spotted, pointed
 
We currently give allowances for:
 
* Unusual markings, colour patterns or spotting
* Unlikely pelt/eye color combinations
** i.e. a black cat with blue eyes


While not required, we encourage you to include a design sheet or a full body illustration in your character's bio for reference.
<br>We currently give creative allowances for:


[[Category:Gameplay]]
* Unusual markings, color patterns or spotting
* Unlikely pelt/eye color combinations (i.e. a black cat with blue eyes)

Latest revision as of 00:24, 11 July 2025

Faceclaims Faceclaims are images (or sets of images) used to portray a character. We require every character to have a unique faceclaim. Each faceclaim can only be used by one character at a time, except in cases of twins or kits using younger photos of their parent's faceclaim. To view current faceclaims in use, please visit our claims list.

At this time, we allow photos (manipulated or not) and artwork to be used as faceclaims.

Photo Faceclaims

Photos are the primary choice of faceclaim on Beyond the Pale. We only allow members to use photos that are under the Creative Commons license or photos that you have specifically been given permission to use (often called in the community "perms.")

Some suggested websites to search for Creative Commons photos:

  • Flickr (ensure only searching Creative Commons)
  • Pexels
  • Pixabay
  • Unsplash

Photo Manipulation

Photo manipulations (called "manips") are allowed on the site. Please ensure that if you're using Creative Commons photos that the license allows for adaptions.

Art Faceclaims

Artwork may be used as a faceclaim instead of a photo. We ask that your character's design is semi-realistic unless otherwise described by staff (such as in kitten mutations.) You must have the rights to use the character artwork or design, either because you are the artist or you commissioned the artwork. You may use artwork from other sources if you have explicit permission from the original artist. If you are not the artist, please provide a link to the artist's preferred platform.

Unless otherwise specified, we ask that you follow the art guidelines below:

  • Natural pelt colors
  • Natural eye colors
  • A semi-realistic pelt pattern (i.e. tabby, calico, spotted, pointed)


We currently give creative allowances for:

  • Unusual markings, color patterns or spotting
  • Unlikely pelt/eye color combinations (i.e. a black cat with blue eyes)
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