Cresthaven RPG is a community-driven fantasy role-playing game that thrives on collaboration and creativity. We’re excited to invite writers, artists, and other creators to help build the world of Cresthaven. This guide will show you how to get started, what kind of contributions we’re looking for, and how you can share your work in a way that aligns with our license and vision.


Table of Contents

  1. What We’re Looking For
  2. Our License
  3. Ways to Contribute
  4. Contribution Guidelines
  5. Submission Process
  6. FAQ
  7. Thank You!

What We’re Looking For

  • Art & Illustration
    Concept art, character designs, environment illustrations, maps, or sketches of items and monsters.
  • Writing & Narrative Content
    Short stories, lore entries, new game mechanics, modules, expansions, or character backstories.
  • Game Mechanics & Rules
    Proposals for additional systems, items, spells, or other gameplay elements.
  • Playtesting & Feedback
    Balancing existing rules, suggesting improvements, and testing new modules or expansions.

If you have an idea you believe fits the Cresthaven vision—whether it’s a single-page lore entry or a fully fleshed-out adventure—your contribution is welcome!


Our License

Cresthaven RPG is released under the Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0) license.

What Does This Mean?

  1. Attribution
    You must give appropriate credit when reusing or adapting Cresthaven RPG material. You can do so by linking back to our main site or acknowledging the original creator(s).
  2. NonCommercial
    You may not use Cresthaven RPG material for commercial purposes.
  3. ShareAlike
    If you remix, transform, or build upon Cresthaven RPG material, you must distribute your contributions under the same CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 license.

For Contributors

When you submit work to Cresthaven RPG, you agree that your contribution will also be licensed under the CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 license. This ensures that all Cresthaven content remains free to share and build upon, while preventing commercial exploitation.


Ways to Contribute

  1. Post a Comment
    Comment on any Cresthaven RPG page to share your ideas, propose new art or writing, and discuss possible improvements or expansions.
  2. Write or Illustrate New Content
    Contribute short stories, world-building pieces, or character art. Check our Contribution Guidelines for details on file formats and styles.
  3. Review Existing Content
    Provide constructive feedback on existing rulebooks, lore, or artwork. Offer suggestions, point out inconsistencies, and help refine the material.
  4. Design Game Mechanics
    Propose new rules, items, or magic systems. If you have a knack for game design, we’d love to see your ideas in action.
  5. Help With Documentation
    Keep track of new developments, correct errors, or simplify explanations so others can easily understand the game.

Contribution Guidelines

  1. Formatting & Style
    • For written contributions, follow a consistent tone and style (e.g., third-person point of view, in-universe references).
    • For artwork, provide files in the highest possible resolution along with a description or title if applicable.
  2. Lore Consistency
    • Review existing lore before introducing new elements.
    • If you want to create a completely new race, location, or storyline, mention it in a comment so we can ensure it fits the world.
  3. Credit & Attribution
    • Add your name or handle to your submission if you want public credit.
    • If you build upon another contributor’s work, credit them as well.
  4. Plagiarism
    • Only submit original content or properly attributed derivative works under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.
    • You are responsible for ensuring your submission does not violate anyone else’s intellectual property.

Submission Process

  1. Propose
    • Leave a comment on the relevant page describing your idea. This might be a short outline, concept sketch, or an overview of how your content fits into Cresthaven.
  2. Discuss & Refine
    • Others may reply to your comment with suggestions or questions. Use this feedback to adjust your idea if needed.
  3. Draft / Create
    • Once your idea feels solid, develop your contribution. Keep relevant notes or progress files in case you want to share updates.
  4. Review & Feedback
    • Post your completed draft or artwork as a follow-up comment (or in another specified submission area).
    • Invite feedback and make any final revisions based on suggestions.
  5. Final Submission
    • Clearly state in a comment that your work is finished and ready to be included.
    • Include any requested details (e.g., your preferred name for attribution).
  6. License Confirmation
    • By finalizing your submission, you confirm that the work is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 and that you have the rights to share it.

FAQ

1. Can I sell or profit from my Cresthaven RPG contributions?
No. Cresthaven RPG is licensed under a NonCommercial license. You are free to share, adapt, or remix the content, but you cannot use it for commercial purposes.

2. Can I post or host my contribution on my own website or portfolio?
Absolutely! You retain ownership of your work. Just remember to include the CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 label and attribute Cresthaven RPG accordingly.

3. Can I use third-party licensed assets in my contribution?
Please make sure any third-party materials are compatible with CC BY-NC-SA 4.0. If you’re unsure, check with the asset’s original license or creator.

4. Do I have to use a specific software or platform to create my contribution?
No. You can use whatever tools you’re comfortable with. We recommend commonly accessible formats (e.g., .pdf, .docx for writing; .png, .jpg, or .svg for art).

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