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Nov 9, 2012 10:07 AM
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Introductions Rules

The following rules apply only to the Introductions board in addition to the Site & Forum Guidelines and take precedence whenever there is a conflict.
  1. Do not bump threads more than a week old.
  2. Do not introduce yourself in someone else's introduction thread. Make your own.
  3. The Introductions board is not a chat room. Please use your profiles, PMs, or our Discord server for that.
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Nov 9, 2012 10:11 AM
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Games, Computers & Tech Support Rules

The following rules apply only to the Games, Computers & Tech Support board in addition to the Site & Forum Guidelines and take precedence whenever there is a conflict.
  1. This board includes computer-related question topics and is not for MAL support. If you're having problems with the site, please see the Support board.
  2. Do not expect a certified professional to help you with serious computer issues. This is community support and topics should keep this in mind.
  3. Game-specific threads do not expire. Please always post in the existing thread.

Common Threads
Official Gamertag Thread (Xbox 360, Steam, Wii, PS3, etc.)

Please note that MAL is only for listing your anime and manga history. Do not make threads asking for additional lists. If you'd like to log other media, please see the following suggestions:

Visual Novel Lists
VNDB.org

Video Game Lists
Backloggery.com
gamerDNA.com
playfire.com
vgcollect.com
GiantBomb.com
Nov 9, 2012 10:12 AM
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Music & Entertainment Rules

The following rules apply only to the Music & Entertainment board in addition to the Site & Forum Guidelines and take precedence whenever there is a conflict.
  1. Please refrain from creating threads that do not encourage meaningful and/or civil discussion; e.g., gossiping about individuals (e.g. youtubers, channels/videos, etc.).
  2. Drama/Movie specific threads do not expire. Please always post in the existing thread.

Please note that MAL is only for listing your anime and manga history. Do not make threads asking for additional lists. If you'd like to log other media, please see the following suggestions:

Visual Novel Lists
VNDB.org

Asian Drama Lists
MyDramaList.com

Movie & TV Lists
IMDb.com
flickchart.com
trakt.tv
letterboxd.com

Music Lists
last.fm
rateyourmusic.com

OEL & Book Lists
LibraryThing.com
goodreads.com
LunaOct 12, 2019 11:57 AM
Nov 9, 2012 10:12 AM
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Current Events Rules

The following rules apply only to the Current Events board in addition to the Site & Forum Guidelines and take precedence whenever there is a conflict.
  1. When creating a new thread, do not only post news articles, videos, etc. but also add your own thoughts to initiate discussion.
  2. If you cite a news article, please include the source.
  3. Do not bump threads more than two weeks old.
  4. Do not create threads regarding events more than two weeks old, unless new information regarding the event has been released.
  5. Please use titles which factually and neutrally describe the event. Topics with clickbait/sensationalist titles will either be edited, locked, or removed.
  6. Topics which fall into the site's definition of Not Safe For MAL (NSFM) are not allowed.
  7. Controversial/sensitive topics liable to incite rule violations (trolling, flaming, abuse) must:
      a. be sourced from a reputable English-language media outlet (e.g. New York Times, Wall Street Journal, BBC, Scientific American)
      b. use the title of the sourced article, and
      c. be of significance (e.g. changing legislature, Nature/Science journal articles, unexpected world events, etc.)
    This includes, but is not limited to, topics relating to: gender, sexual orientation, race, xenophobia, religion, abortion, sexual assault, immigration, hate groups, political ideologies, controversial public figures/leaders, etc.

The Current Events board has been closed.
LunaFeb 4, 2022 7:35 AM
Nov 9, 2012 10:13 AM
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Casual Discussion Rules

The following rules apply only to the Casual Discussion board in addition to the Site & Forum Guidelines and take precedence whenever there is a conflict.


1.　Please refrain from creating threads that do not encourage meaningful and/or civil discussion. Examples include:
    a.　picture collecting

    b.　random "xx vs. yy"
      e.g.　Mickey Mouse vs. Superman, etc.

    c.　discussing social media/community members or their works
      e.g.　What do you think about YouTuberA? Do you agree with blog B? Why is userC so hated? etc.

    d.　personal storytelling, narration, ranting, and/or blog-style posts
      e.g.　Ask me anything!, Ask me about ___, Rate my about me/signature/etc., Post your ___ and I'll rate it
      e.g.　Blog and/or rant texts about your day etc.
      These topics only encourage a one-way discussion where members are commenting on the poster's idea (or vice versa).

    e.　MAL community data
      e.g.　Specific reviews, moderation of data/community content/reviews, etc.
      Concerns about the website should be reported using the appropriate buttons or designated MyAnimeList boards.

    f.　labeling and/or berating groups of people
      e.g.　What is the most toxic fandom? Fans of ___ are toxic, Elitists think ___, ___ have "shit taste", etc.

    g.　categorizing generalized opinions as popular/unpopular
      e.g.　Why does everyone like/hate ___, Post your unpopular opinion about ___, etc.
      These threads are designed to assign people into black/white categories which then instigate wars between each "side". Either use the overrated/underrated thread or think carefully about what it is you want to discuss and avoid generalizing.

2. Offhand remarks, often consisting of 1-2 words, do not contribute to nor encourage meaningful discussion. Posts should contain thought.
    Bypassing the minimum character requirement for posts is considered spam and may result in warnings/bans.

3. The Casual Discussion board is not a chat room.

4. Casual Discussion is also not a spam board. Pointless threads will be removed.


5. General questions/personal concerns should be posted in our General Advice Thread.


6. Casual Discussion is also not a sex board. Thread topics about sexually explicit material are not allowed and will be removed.
    This includes but is not limited to topics about:
    • porn material, the porn industry
    • masturbation, sexual preferences, sexual experiences, sexual fetishes

7. Controversial/sensitive topics liable to incite rule violations (trolling, flaming, abuse) are no longer allowed.
    This includes but is not limited to topics about:
    • gender, sexual orientation, lgbt, homophobia
    • race, xenophobia, immigration
    • sexual assault, abortion
    • pedophilia, lolicon/shotacon, incest, teenage-adult relationships
    • politics, political ideologies, laws, policies
    • controversial public figures/leaders, hate groups
    • religion
    • drugs, illegal activities

    Even if the topic seems innocent and is made with the best intentions, it only takes one bad actor/troll to begin posting in the thread for it to spiral into a toxic exchange—which we have seen repeatedly, time and time again. As much as we don't want to blanket ban all conversations surrounding these topics, it is too common for posts to be made which are liable to ignite toxic flame wars (at best) and/or genuinely harm an individual's mental state (at worst). Thus, these topics should be discussed in a moderated space designed to handle them. A public forum on an entertainment website shared by anonymous users is not this place.

8. News threads are allowed only if they meet all of the following conditions.
    i.　They are not pointless (Rule 4), sexual (Rule 6), or controversial/sensitive (Rule 7).
    ii.　You not only post the news article text, videos, etc. but also add your own thoughts to initiate discussion.
    iii.　If you cite a news article, you must include the source.
    iv.　The title is factual and neutrally describes the event. Topics with clickbait/sensationalist titles will either be edited, locked, or removed.

    Do not bump news threads more than two weeks old.
LunaFeb 4, 2022 7:32 AM
Nov 9, 2012 10:14 AM
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Creative Corner Rules

The following rules apply only to the Creative Corner board in addition to the Site & Forum Guidelines.
  1. Do not steal anyone else's work. If it's not yours, label it! If you want to report stolen work, use the report form.
  2. Remember the Guidelines: no nudity or overly sexualized images allowed.
  3. Images that are very high and/or very wide so that they distort the forum layout should be posted as simple links, thumbnails, or in spoiler tags.

Below is a list of common threads and clubs that may be useful.

Need help with your signature?
Signature Help
Signature Making Tutorials
Signature Slicing Tutorials
Automatic Signature Maker
Scripted Signatures

Need help with your list?
Anime/Manga List Help
Anime/Manga List Tutorials
Custom Lists, Layouts, Tutorials, etc.

Post your latest work
Signature Design Updated
Profile Design Updated
List Design Updated
Profile Avatar/Picture Updated
Show us your latest sketch or drawing
LunaMar 28, 2020 3:32 AM
Nov 9, 2012 10:14 AM
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MAL Contests Rules

This board houses current site-wide friendly competitions on different aspects of the website and relating to anime/manga. For more information on current contests, please see below.

In addition to the Site & Forum Guidelines, the following rules apply to Nomination/Voting threads:
  • Follow the rules as stated in the first post of each contest. Not following these rules may get your nomination/vote disqualified or your post deleted.
  • Do not nominate or vote for someone just because they are your friend or they ask you to.
  • Have fun! Winning isn't the most important thing ever. Losing isn't bad at all.
What you should expect from the "hosts":
  • To follow their own rules.
  • To not change the results due to personal opinion.
  • To not change the rules mid-contest.
  • To listen to the community for input, as these contests are for the community.
  • To just have fun.
Note: Not anyone can post their contests in this board. Please post your idea in the MAL Awards Club if you wish to have your contest in the MAL Contests board.


Current Contests:

Fantasy Anime League (FAL) Congress
The Fantasy Anime League is similar to Fantasy Sports but with an anime twist. Basically, players form their own team by selecting anime from the upcoming season. Once the teams are chosen, everyone sits back and watches their team rack up points according to criteria posted in the season's rules thread.

Please join the Fantasy Anime League Club for important contest dates and other notifications.

Best Profile Design Nate
A monthly contest where MAL users can nominate, judge, and vote for that month's best profile design.

Please see the Best Profile Design Club for important contest dates and official rules.

Best Signature Design Nate
A contest held every month in which MAL users can nominate and vote for the best designed forum signatures.

GFX Signature Contest Sylinchen
A contest in which MAL users can submit their own GFX signatures and vote for their favorite GFX designs.

Please see the Enchanted Pixels club for important contest dates and official rules.

List Design Contest Shishio-kun
A contest held every 3-4 months in which MAL users can vote for list designs made by other users in various design categories.

Please see Shishio's Custom Lists & Profiles club for important contest dates and official rules.


Previous Contests:
- Best Anime/Manga List Design (Talon)
- Art Jam (ScrumYummy)
- Official Wallpaper Challenge (Pietel)
- Icontest (RaitoTheReaper)
- GFX Sig Challenge (Moony)
- Graphical Effects Signatures (Kvakond)


If you have any questions or for further information, join the MAL Awards Club.
LunaMay 15, 2021 2:55 AM
Nov 9, 2012 10:15 AM
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The following rules apply only to the Forum Games board in addition to the Site & Forum Guidelines and take precedence whenever there is a conflict.
  1. Game threads never expire. Please always post in the existing thread.
  2. Do not bump threads that are not game threads.
  3. MAL currently has four general chat threads (listed below). Please observe the rules within each thread and do not create additional chat threads.
  4. Please report threads that reach 10k replies so that a moderator can make the next version.


MAL's general chat threads
Cute Girls Doing Cute Things
UPPERCASE CHAT THREAD
lowercase chat thread
Chang D

If the above threads are not to your liking and you prefer a more secluded environment, you can also try these clubs:
Namine's Café (General)
~Monia Café~ (General)
MAL Season Group (Anime)
Seasonal Anime Club (Anime)

You can also look for other clubs more specific to your interests using our search function.
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