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2025 Cap-IM RBB FAQ

2025 Cap-Iron Man Reverse Big Bang


RBB Frequently Asked Questions



⭐ What's the RBB/Reverse Bang? How does it work?<
This RBB is a collaborative event between artists and writers: artists provide anonymized works, writers claim the art that inspires them, and then write fic based on that art! Then, the team posts their works, linking to each other or embedding them together. Our RBB has been running since 2010! You can read about the claims/matching process in more detail here.



⭐ What are the minimum fanwork requirements for this event?
ARTISTS must complete one traditional or digital artwork OR a 1 minute(+) fanvid OR a set of at least 2 manips/gifs.

WRITERS must write a fic of at least 5000k words.

PODFICCERS must write a fic of at least 2500k words and record an accompanying pod of that work.



⭐ What are the minimum fanwork requirements for this event?
AI-generated pieces are categorically against the spirit of fandom and rules of this exchange. You may not submit any AI-generated or enhanced work whatsoever.



⭐ Does my art have to be totally done at the time of sign-up?
No, but the more done your art is, the more your writer will have to run with! You can read about the minimum criteria to submit a WIP here.



⭐ How do I sign up?
If you're signing up as an artist, submit your art using this form by Feb 19, 2025.

If you're signing up as a writer, claim an art entry when we open claims on Feb 22, 2025.



⭐ What does collaboration involve?
Every collaboration will be different because every participant is different. The level of communication and collaboration between teammates is to be negotiated between all creators as adults, but at minimum: all participants must communicate clearly with their teammates to coordinate on art and writing progress, dates, and fanworks posting. Everyone operates differently, so just be open about your expectations and communicate obstacles as they arise. Keep each other's feelings in mind and stay open and willing to compromise - your teammate is a human on the other side of the screen.



⭐ I want to make art but I don't want to collaborate with a writer.
This is likely not the event for you! Check out one of our exchanges instead.



⭐ My writer is going in a different direction than I'd envisioned; help!
The RBB isn't about a fic being commissioned to the exact specifications of the artist, but about writers being inspired by the art that is claimed. By signing up with your art you're agreeing to trust another person with your work! Keep lines of communication open and be open to new ideas.



⭐ I can't get in contact with one of my teammates!
Contact the mods at cap.im.events@gmail.com or DM one of us on Discord and we will track them down for you.



⭐ Uh-oh, Life Has Happened to me and I need to drop out.
It happens! Because this is a collaborative event and your co-creators are counting on you, dropping out after claims does incur the penalty of a temporary ban from some Cap-IM events. PLEASE let your teammates know and then contact the mods ASAP so that we have as much time as possible to find your teammates a pinch hitter.



⭐ Uh-oh, Life Has Happened to me and I need an extension.
Let us know you need more time ASAP by emailing us at cap.im.events@gmail.com. There will be an Amnesty period at the end of posting and we can work with you to get your team across the finish line.



⭐ I have another question that hasn't been answered here!
Contact the RBB mods by emailing us at cap.im.events@gmail.com or DM one of us on discord!



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