Writing Guidelines

Everything you need to know about contributing stories to the Everloop canon. Every entry here — whether it tells of a Shard or never mentions one — is part of a larger convergence.

Core Principles

Respect the Canon

The Everloop has established lore, characters, and locations. Your stories should fit within this framework, not contradict it. Use the Archive to research existing canon.

Expand, Don't Override

Add to the world rather than changing what exists. Fill in gaps, explore untold stories, and create new characters that complement the existing cast.

Maintain Tone

The Everloop is a world of mystery, ancient magic, and looping time. Stories should maintain a fantasy atmosphere with hints of cosmic significance.

Serve the Current

Everything in the Everloop is pulled by a deeper gravity. Your story doesn't need to mention the Shards directly, but it should feel like it belongs in a world where something scattered is slowly being drawn back together. Characters, obstacles, discoveries — they're all part of this current, whether they know it or not.

What We Look For

Strong Storytelling

Compelling narratives with clear structure, engaging characters, and meaningful conflict. Quality prose that draws readers in.

Canon Integration

Stories that reference existing lore naturally, not forced. Characters that feel like they belong in the Everloop universe — touched by its gravity, even when the larger stakes remain out of view.

Original Voice

Your unique perspective and style. We want diverse voices contributing to the tapestry of the Everloop.

Careful Worldbuilding

New elements that enrich without overpowering. If you introduce something new, consider how it affects the broader world.

What to Avoid

Canon Contradictions: Don't kill established characters, destroy major locations, or contradict known history without approval.
Overpowered Elements: Avoid introducing all-powerful artifacts, godlike characters, or reality-breaking magic.
Modern References: The Everloop is a fantasy world. Avoid anachronisms, pop culture references, or modern technology.
Gratuitous Content: While the Everloop can be dark, avoid excessive violence, explicit content, or content that exists purely for shock value.

The Submission Process

1

Write Your Story

Use the Write page to craft your story. Reference canon entities to ensure consistency.

2

AI Review

When you submit, our AI analyzes your story for canon consistency and provides feedback.

3

Curator Review

Lorekeepers review submissions, considering both quality and canon alignment.

4

Canon Status

Approved stories become part of the Everloop canon, accessible in the Archive forever.

Ready to contribute to the Everloop?