|| Holey Grail Questing!

If you're not already in the Social Server, start there. You’ll need to complete the standard verification process, which includes submitting a valid form of ID to confirm you're 18 or older. This is mandatory—most channels (including event categories) are age-restricted.

Once verified, head to the ping-roles channel. Under the Fan Content Creator section, react to receive the @Holey Grail Quest role. This role isn’t required to participate or view submissions, but it will ensure you’re notified when new quests begin and when other creators share their entries.

When a new Quest Season begins, moderators will post an announcement in the announcements channel. You’ll be directed to a new event category on the server, which will include:

• A central event release channel.
• A central event discussion channel.
• A central event submission forum.

When you're ready to share your work, ping the event release channel with a link to your forum thread (e.g "Hey @Holey Grail Questers! I've drawn some cool art, check it out in: LINK"). Make sure you submit before the posted deadline—late entries won’t be considered.

Once the deadline passes, we’ll archive your submission in the Fan Content categories on the Wikis, tied to the appropriate series. If your submission is art of a character, it will instead be showcased in that character's Gallery article. These placements are permanent, unless you personally request removal.

A panel of judges will review the submissions. While likes, comments, and community engagement will be taken into account, final podium placements are decided by the judges. Winners will be officially listed in the event articles and featured prominently in the pantry’s public shelves. If you don't wish to be judged, and are participating purely for non-competitive fun, you can attach the "Opt-Out" tag in your forum post.

Active Categories are the default set of Quest shelves—always stocked, always open. These are the categories with a consistent level of community engagement, meaning we can reliably include them in every Holey Grail Quest season. If you're looking for the most accessible way to participate, these are your best bet.

Gallery entries cover all forms of visual media—still, moving, or interactive. This isn’t limited to just illustrations or polished art. If it shows, and feels part of the pantry world? It belongs here.   We currently do not accept completely AI-generated content, such as Midjourney Generations. This includes human-edited AI pictures. The only exception is contents such as moodboards, advertisement flyers, and character introduction graphic templates—in these instances, the creative element is shifted away from the art itself and more towards how the creator curates and composes the design. We highly suggest you add a watermark.

Library entries are text-based works in any form, and the definition is deliberately broad. Don’t just think “books”—think paper, ink, and digital sprawl. If it reads, and fits the theme? It fits the shelf.  

Inactive Categories are experimental shelves in the pantry—open to submission, but not guaranteed to be included in every Holey Grail Quest season. These categories demand more time, labor, or technical overhead, and might not receive enough entries to justify a dedicated space by default. If you’re serious about contributing to one of these, you must contact a moderator at the beginning of the event to discuss feasibility and coordination. If you are the only participant, or one of only three participants, you are guaranteed to place on the podium.

You must be a member of the Discord server with completed 18+ ID verification to access submission channels. Verification is mandatory to participate. No exceptions. All members of the community are welcomed to participate. Moderators can participate and receive placements, but rewards will always pass down to the next eligible non-mod participant. This ensures prizes are reserved for the community.

All submissions must follow Discord’s Community Guidelines and the server’s internal content policies. Submissions containing NSFW content are permitted. Where all else fails, default to JanitorA.I Guidelines. Content that violates the safety, dignity, or consent of others will not be tolerated under any circumstance. The following will result in immediate disqualification, server removal, and potential permanent ban at the discretion of moderators:

• Racial or ethnic slurs, hate speech, or bigoted language of any kind when framed in a way such as to support and promote the hateful ideologies they stem from.
• Sexually explicit content involving minors (real or fictional)—this includes suggestive art, writing, or coded ageplay.
• Bestiality or erotic depictions of non-human sentient creatures where consent cannot be established.
• Glorification of hate crimes, white supremacy, Nazi ideology, or violent extremist propaganda.
• Promotion or romanticization of self-harm, suicide, eating disorders, or substance abuse without proper content warnings or framing.
• Graphic gore or body horror submitted without appropriate tags or opt-in warnings.
• Content designed to provoke, troll, or harass individuals or communities.

Submissions that include AI-generated content (art, writing, code, etc.) must clearly label what aspects were made with AI. You will not be penalized for using AI, but judges will evaluate the proportion of human effort vs. automated generation. For example, the inclusion of AI images inside a human-written pamphlet will be accepted, clearly marked, and judged fairly.   While interpretation and flexibility are encouraged, your submission must still be recognizably on-theme. If a submission strays too far from the event’s stated theme, it may be disqualified without warning. When in doubt, ask a moderator before you start.

All entries must be submitted before the official deadline stated at the beginning of the event, and must follow the category-specific submission template pinned to the forum. Usually, this will be the last day of the month. Late entries will not be accepted, regardless of reason. Plan your time accordingly. During the submission process, please keep discussion around entries constructive, supportive, and respectful. Harassment, vote manipulation, or hostile behavior will result in removal from the event and future participation restrictions.

You are allowed to submit in multiple categories (e.g., Gallery + Library), but you can only win in one. We will rank your highest placing across categories. If you place in multiple, only the highest ranking will count for reward purposes. In the case of a tie in top placements across two or more categories, moderators will contact you directly to select the category you wish to be officially listed in.

You can submit more than one entry within the same category (e.g., two short stories in Library or multiple illustrations in Gallery). All entries will be accepted and reviewed, but keep in mind that the judges will assess each individually, not cumulatively. Only one entry per person per category will be eligible for podium placement. Submitting multiple entries does not increase your chances of winning and may divide attention or dilute impact. For best results, we recommend focusing your effort into one strong, polished submission rather than spreading yourself thin.

Submissions must be your original work or your adaptation of community lore. Collaborations are allowed, but all contributing users must be credited properly and meet verification requirements. Moreover, although all collaborators will be listed, only one collaborator is eligible to receive a Grail prize, and must be elected within the group. Do this by bolding the elected author/artist in your forum submission. Plagiarism or submitting content that is not your own will result in immediate disqualification and potential ban.

All valid submissions will be archived in the Wiki, preserving your contributions with full credit. If you update your submission after the event ends, you may contact a moderator to have the Wiki entry amended. Winners of each category will receive Grail Roles (18 total available) based on placement—granting temporary access to bundle content in the Business Server. These roles remain active until the end of the next season, at which point they will either be removed or renewed if you place again. In addition to placement-based rewards, all participants will receive a "Seasoned Quester" Role, and those who have ever held a Grail Role will permanently carry the "Got Fuckin' Grailed!" Role as a badge of honor.