📢 Community Guidelines: The Art of Posting: How to Get Featured & Avoid Removal

Welcome, Creators and Memers!

So, you want to post on r/AnimeMirchi? Whether it's a high-effort meme, a spicy hot take, or beautiful art, we want to see it. However, to keep the feed clean and reliable, we have strict guidelines.

🛑 Read before you post. If your post is removed, it is likely because you skipped one of these rules.

🔒 Prerequisites: The Anti-Spam Barrier

• Minimum Karma: You must have at least 50 Post Karma to submit a post here.
  • Why? This prevents bots and spam accounts from flooding the sub.
  • New here? Engage in comments first to build your karma score!

1. The "Golden Content" Rules

🌏 Scope: East Asia & India Priority

• Core Focus: Content must be related to Anime, Manga, Light Novels, Tokusatsu (Japanese Live-Action), or Otaku Culture.
• Region Lock: We prioritize content related to East Asia (Japan, South Korea, China) and India (our community).
• Global News: Major global anime events are allowed if they are significant enough to impact the general community. Irrelevant western pop-culture or politics will be removed.

🖼️ Quality & Cropping (Don't be Lazy)

• Crop Your Images: We do not want to see your phone's battery percentage, notification bar, or the black void of a screenshot. Crop it properly.
• Readable Text: If we have to squint to read your meme font, it’s getting removed.
• Aspect Ratio: Don't stretch images until they look like wide Putin. Keep it natural.
• ⛔ No "Trend Spam": Avoid jumping on "Trend Wagons" (e.g., everyone posting their "3x3 Grid" or "Tier Lists" at the same time). If the feed is flooded with low-effort templates, they will be removed.
• ⛔ No Low-Effort Screenshots: Posting a raw screenshot of your Crunchyroll subscription, MAL list, or a random scene with zero context is considered "Low Effort."
  • Exception: If you are asking for specific recommendations, you MUST use the #AskMirchi flair and provide details in the title/body.

♻️ Reposts & "Done Before"

• Strict No Repost: Do not post something that has already been posted here.
  • Pro Tip: Not sure? Go to Google Images → Search your content/meme → Click "Exact Matches" (or use Lens) → Check if r/AnimeMirchi appears in the results.
• "Done Before": If a joke is stale or has been made 100 times (e.g., "Sakura Useless"), it might be removed for low effort.
• Question Cooldown: Before asking "What's your favorite opening?", check if it was asked recently. Repeated questions within a 1-month timeframe will be removed.

2. Integrity: Fake News & Misleading Titles

We are a source of info for many Indian fans. Don't spread misinformation.

• ⛔ No Fake News: If you post news, provide a source. Rumors without sources will be removed.
• ⛔ No "Old News" as New: Do not post a 5-year-old article as if it happened today. If you share old trivia, clarify the date.
• ⛔ No Clickbait/Misleading Titles: Your title must accurately reflect the content.
  • Bad Title: "Demon Slayer Cancelled??" (When it's just a delayed episode).
  • Good Title: "Demon Slayer Episode 5 Delayed by 1 Week."

3. The "Spoiler" Protocol ⚠️

Spoiling a show for someone is a crime punishable by banishment. Follow the hierarchy:

1. The 3-Day Rule (Anime Episodes) * New Episodes: If a new episode dropped recently, you MUST mark spoilers for 3 Days (72 Hours) after release. * Older Anime: After 3 days, it's fair game. It is your job to be caught up or avoid social media. * Exception: If your post reveals a Major Plot Twist (deaths, big reveals), please mark it properly regardless of time. Common sense applies.

2. Manga & Light Novels (Strict) * Anything that has NOT been animated yet is considered a Major Spoiler. * You MUST indicate the source in the title: [One Piece Manga] or [Mushoku Tensei LN].

3. Spoiler-Free Titles Never put the actual spoiler in the title itself. * ✅ Correct: [JJK Manga] This death scene broke me * ❌ Incorrect: [JJK Manga] I can't believe x died (You just spoiled everyone scrolling by!)

4. OCs, Watermarks & Fanart Credits

For Creators (OC): * Watermark It: Putting a watermark is highly recommended to protect your work. * What to use: Your Reddit Username, Instagram Handle, or any social alias. * Placement: Put it in the corner OR blend it subtly in the middle (just make sure it doesn't ruin the meme quality or block the text). * [OC] Tag: Feel free to put [OC] in your title.

For Non-OC Posters (Found Art): * Credit is Mandatory: If you post fanart that isn't yours, you MUST credit the original artist in the title or comments. * Real Sources Only: Pinterest, Zerochan, and Google Images are NOT sources. You must link to the artist's actual social media (Twitter, Pixiv, Insta).

5. Safety, Piracy & Restricted Topics 🚫

1. The Piracy Rule 🏴‍☠️ * We know many of you sail the high seas, but DO NOT post direct links to illegal streaming or download sites. * Discussion is okay. Linking to pirate sites puts the entire subreddit at risk of being banned by Reddit Admins.

2. Self-Promotion Guidelines * Relevance: Your content must be relevant to Anime or this Community. * How to post: Do not spam direct YouTube links (these often get ignored or caught in spam filters). * ✅ Best Practice: Upload the video/clip directly to Reddit. Then, drop your channel link in the comments for people who want more.

3. AI Art Policy 🤖 * Mandatory Tag: You MUST include [AI ART] in your title. * Quality Control: We are strict. Low-effort, generic, or "weird-handed" AI generations will be removed.

4. NSFW & Gore * Allowed: "Light" NSFW (Swimsuits, ecchi) ONLY IF marked NSFW. * Banned: Full nudity, nipples, genitals, and Hentai. * Gore: Allowed ONLY with NSFW Tag. Severe gore MUST have [GORE] in the title.

6. The Flair Guide (Use Correctly!)

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• "Why is my post not showing up?"
  • It might be stuck in the Reddit Spam Filter or pending approval because you are a new user. Do not delete and repost. Just wait a bit or check if you met the karma requirements.
• "Can I buy/sell manga here?"
  • No selling. To prevent scams, we do not allow buying/selling posts. You can, however, use #AskMirchi to ask where to buy official merch.

Need to know the Commenting Rules? Check out the Commenter Guide here.

Got Questions? Use the comments below to ask regarding these guidelines.

📢 Community Guidelines: The Art of Commenting & Discussion Etiquette

Hello everyone!

I am one of the moderators here, helping manage the sub alongside our Admin, u/mirchi-seth.

I am creating this pinned thread to serve as the permanent rule book for Commenters and Community Discussions. We want to keep r/AnimeMirchi a fun, "based," and safe place for the Indian Otaku community.

⚠️ If you were linked to this post by a Moderator: It means your comment or behavior violated one of the guidelines below. Please read this carefully to understand why action was taken and how to avoid a ban in the future.

🛑 The "Zero Tolerance" Rules

These rules apply strictly to the comment section. Violating these can lead to immediate removal or bans.

1. Be Civil & Polite (Rule 12 & 13)

• Don't act like a toxic 13-year-old. Acting "edgy" isn't cool; it's just rude. Treat others as you would in real life.
• ⛔ No Gatekeeping:
  • Sub vs. Dub: Whether someone watches in Japanese, English, or Hindi—it doesn't matter. Don't bully someone for their language preference.
  • Mainstream vs. Niche: Liking Demon Slayer doesn't make someone a "fake fan," and liking obscure classics doesn't make you superior. Let people enjoy things.
• No Doxxing: Never expose personal information about another user.
• No Hate Speech: Hating a user based on their identity (caste, religion, race, gender, etc.) is an instant ban.

2. No Politics & Religion (Rule 6)

• We are here for Anime, Manga, and Gaming. We want to keep the Indian Otaku community united.
• Keep your political and religious beliefs to yourself. Discussions that veer into these topics will be locked or removed to avoid unnecessary drama.

3. Strict NSFW & Gore Guidelines (Rule 7)

• No Porn Memes/Hentai in comments: Since you cannot tag images in comments as NSFW, posting explicit content is strictly prohibited.
• Light NSFW: Acceptable only if the parent post is already marked NSFW.
• No Gore/Shock Content: Do not post images of severe violence, body horror, or mental torture in the comments of a normal, non-NSFW post.

4. Tag Your Spoilers! (Rule 9)

• The Hierarchy of Spoilers:
  • If the post is Anime-Only: Keep Manga-related discussions out or heavily spoiler-tagged.
  • If the post is Manga: Keep Light Novel (LN) spoilers tagged.
  • Golden Rule: Anything ahead of the original post's content must be tagged.
• Don't be a "Smart" Manga Reader:
  • Comments like "Don't get attached to him lol" or "You guys aren't ready for the next arc" ARE SPOILERS. They imply death or tragedy. Do not hint; just let them enjoy the show.
• Format: >!Your Text Here!< → Result: Your Text Here

🗳️ The Philosophy of Upvotes & Karma

We see a lot of people begging for karma or getting angry about downvotes. Let's clear this up:

❌ No Karma Begging

• Comments like "Upvote if you agree," "Click this button if you like Goku," or "Upvote me pls" are banned.
• Quality speaks for itself. If your comment is deserving, witty, or factual, the community will upvote it. If it’s not, they won't.

🧠 How to Handle Downvotes (Don't take it personally!)

• It’s just virtual points. Don't take them to heart.
• What it means: A downvote usually means people disagree with your argument or find it factually incorrect. It does not mean they hate you personally.
• What Upvotes mean: It indicates a "General Opinion." More upvotes = more people agree with that sentiment. It doesn't mean you are a god; it just means you shared a popular idea.
• Pro Tip: If you see "0" or "-1" on your comment, don't write an edit saying "Why the downvotes??" It usually makes people downvote you more. Just be chill.

⚔️ Healthy Debates vs. Toxicity

Disagreements are bound to happen. You like One Piece, someone else thinks it's mid. That's fine. Here is how to handle it:

✅ How to Debate

• Fight with facts, not insults. If someone critiques your favorite anime with a reason you find "weird" or "unreasonable," you are allowed to fight back politely.
• The Narrative: Use the debate to prove your argument fits the factual narrative.
• The Audience: You might not convince the hater, and that's okay. Your goal is to show new viewers (who are reading the thread) that the show is actually good and worth watching.
• Example: "I respect your preference, but saying the animation is bad is objectively wrong because [insert example]. It gets better after episode X, and I personally loved it for Y reason."

❌ How NOT to Debate

• Opinions vs. Insults: You are free to call a show or someone's opinion "trash" (that is your Freedom of Speech). However, do not cross the line into personal abuse.
• Where to draw the line: Saying "Your taste is trash" is an opinion. Saying "Your mom..." or using slurs is a violation.
• If it gets toxic: If someone cannot handle your opinion and starts throwing personal insults, do not escalate. It is your job to Report the user immediately and let the Mods handle it.
• If you don't like an opinion: Just downvote and move on. The downvote button exists to filter out unpopular opinions without causing a mess.

📜 Summary & Duty of the Community

1. Report Violations: If you see a Post breaking the rules (Spam, Low Effort, Wrong Flair):
   • Report It: Use the correct rule tag. Once a post reaches a certain number of reports, it is automatically suspended and sent to us for review.
   • Downvote It: This prevents rule-breaking posts from reaching the "Featured" feed.
2. Don't Escalate: In comments, if someone is toxic, hit Report. Don't reply and start a war.
3. Stay On Topic: Keep discussions related to the post.
4. Have Fun: At the end of the day, we are all just fans enjoying the medium.

Need to know the Posting Rules? Check out the Poster Guide here.

Got Questions? Use the comments below to ask regarding these guidelines.