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Hello my lovely cupcakes!


For those of you who are part of my Patreon current, I posted a couple updates over there, but I figured I'd update here too just in case not everyone checks Patreon. lol


Firstly, I will be taking November and December off from Patreon because of upcoming holidays and such I have planned, and to hopefully get through some personal art and adopts I wanna do!


Once you have been charged for October (which will be in the first few days of November), I will pause payments for the next two months. During this time, I will be pulling my NSFW images off of Patreon and working on getting them submitted to Deviantart instead, where they will be put behind a $5 subscription paywall. Patreon will become entirely “safe for all ages”. For those of you who have NSFW art from me, I will get you your own personal folders in my dA stash so that you can still access them at any time!


Why am I doing this? Put simply, Patreon is cracking down on 18+ NSFW content and forcing those of us who offered it to provide personal government issued ID’s with our addresses and ID numbers to a 3rd party in order to comply with some new rules from Mastercard. I’m personally not keen on the idea of giving my info to a random 3rd party like that, so this is the best solution I could come up with.


This does, however, as mentioned in a previous update, mean that my tiers will be changing. Not only for this new rule, but I will be going to change/increase prices and tiers to better reflect my skill, detail, what I feel my work is worth, and to match current commission prices.

I do hope everyone understands, and please make sure to read everything!


UPDATED PRICES AND TIERS

**Please note: These changes will not take effect until January 2023**

Some Tiers will shift for rewards, a couple will be deleted, and a “new” one will be added. When this happens, I will reach out to everyone individually by Tier to give you all first dibs on where you would like to move to/change, drop, or stay the same.

The “Next Level” and “couple’s sketch/ACEO” options will remain the same.

What are these changes? I’ll do my best to break things down by Tiers and what is staying the same, changing or being deleted.

TIERS THAT ARE STAYING THE SAME

$1 CUPCAKE TIER - no change, no need to do anything

For those who wish to simply show their support with no strings attached! You are all too sweet, my darling little cupcakes, thank you so much!

Everything in this Tier will still be posted publicly, so you do not NEED to join a Tier to see anything, this is just optional to show your support in my creative endeavors!


$5 ANGELFOOD CAKE TIER - no change, no need to do anything

For those who are able to show just a little more support. All the same benefits as my Cupcake Tier, with an added bonus for Adopts.

TIERS THAT WILL BE DELETED

$6.90 DEVIL’S FOOD CAKE TIER - THIS TIER WILL BE DELETED!

For those who were able to show just a little more support and wanted to see the NSFW images. Due to changes regarding personal IDs, this tier will be deleted. If you would still like to support me, I would love for you to drop down to the $5 tier here, or if you would like the NSFW images, please support me on deviantart and subscribe here instead!


$10 CHOCOLATE CAKE TIER - THIS TIER WILL DELETED!

Currently this is a personalized 1/2 - 2/3 body sketch of any character of your choice. No NSFW option. If you would still like to support me and get a sketch, please see the new $20 Tier, which will be the NEW Chocolate Cake Tier. This $10 option will be deleted.


$15 CHEESECAKE TIER - THIS TIER WILL DELETED!

This is where the option for the NSFW sketch was. This $15 Tier will be deleted.

TIERS THAT ARE CHANGING

$20 BIRTHDAYCAKE TIER - THIS TIER WILL BE CHANGING!

This tier will be RENAMED to Chocolate Tier and will be where you can request a 2/3rd-ish body sketch of any character you want! This tier will NOT include a NSFW option. Alternatively, rather than waiting to combine two months for an ACEO (usually is coloured bust up image) option like before, you can outright choose an ACEO over a sketch for the month instead! You will still need to combine two months in order to get a couple’s sketch or double (couple’s) ACEO.

NEW TIER

$40 BIRTHDAY CAKE TIER - THIS IS A “NEW” TIER!

This option, much like the previous Birthday Cake Tier, will still offer both a sketch AND an ACEO of your choice of characters. The price difference is simply to reflect my current prices for both things individually. You will still need to combine two months in order to get a couple’s sketch or double (couple’s) ACEO.


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I hope this all makes sense, I’ve been trying to figure things out to suit everyone, and these decisions have not been easy.


These will go into effect on January 1st, 2023 after my break, and as I mentioned, I will be reaching out to everyone personally to help you decide what you would like to do and help you change over accordingly. I’ll be going tier by tier starting from the Birthday Cake tier, so hopefully it should be a smooth transition. If there are any questions, concerns or musing, please let me know! I am more than happy to discuss things!


I appreciate all your support and patience while I try to navigate these changes, both Patreon wise and personally!


All that said, I completely understand if some of these changes are not for you, and if you feel that you are unable to continue to pledge, I fully support your decision. I am ever so eternally grateful to the support I have gotten over the years, and I appreciate you all so much for it! If you opt to continue supporting me, know that I ugly cry a little in thanks and gratitude, and I look forward to what gorgeous and amazing characters you will share with me. It is an honour and a privilege to be able to draw for you all!


Thank you for taking the time to read all this, and together we can hopefully work everything out!


All the best, much love to you all!

Cake


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Thank you to everyone who has been so wonderfully supportive and understanding about my situation lately, I am truly so very grateful to all of you! Being an essential worker in these times is not easy, and I hope you are all doing well and taking the time you all need for yourselves, too! Love you all! <3333


Want to show your support? Check out my Patreon for all my rewards! Behind the scenes, WIPS, personalized sketches, previews of Kamitsune and other adopts before they're released, and even the chance to pre-claim adopts at a discounted price!


Even just $1 helps keep me in business, ensuring I have the supplies I need to continue making art. However, you do not need to actually subscribe to see stuff! Please check it out and considering joining! I'm hoping to add more content, so let me know what you'd like to see!


Become a Patron!


Other places to find me:

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www.twitter.com/artbybrooke

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I honestly cannot believe this group is starting it's 7th year! Life has taken some of us on some unexpected journeys of ups and downs, tangents and self realizations. Some have moved on, others have joined in the fun, and while things may quiet down, that doesn't mean this group is going anywhere any time soon!


We wish everyone an amazing 2021 and immense success in whatever you put your minds and hearts to, and we hope those who are still around will continue to support your fellow senshi here and have an wonderful year of fun and growth! We wouldn't be where we are without any of you, and I am extremely humbled by all your support and love! Thank you all for being so amazing, I love each and every one of you who has come through here!


From the bottom of my heart, thank you all so much for 7 years, and hears to many more!! <333


And you all know what that means!!! Time for our annual Anniversary Celebration of Events!!


So lets get started!!! <3333


Timeline: March 28th, 2021 - April 30, 2021


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Anniversary Event 1

"Roar! Return of the Beastly Roulette!"

Everyone's favourite is back again! Comment below under the correct comment thread with a number between 1 and 300 for your chance to win a free animal trait! (can only be used after your first Upgrade)


Beastly Roulette Comment Thread: https://www.deviantart.com/comments/1/874605503/4910873537


Rewards: everyone who comments will receive 1 Crystal Point, and at the end of the Anniversary Events, one winner will be randomly selected to win a free animal trait!


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Anniversary Event 2

"Jellybean Jar, Guesstimation!"

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Guess how many jellybeans are in the jar pictured above! Comment below under the correct comment thread with your guess. Please note, counting will not help, the admins have previously assigned a designated number for it. This number does not exceed 400.


Jellybean Jar Comment Thread: https://www.deviantart.com/comments/1/874605503/4910873726


Rewards: everyone who comments will receive 1 Crystal Point, and at the end of the Anniversary Events, the person with the closest number will win an additional 10 Crystal Points and 1 free embellishment/modification of their choice! (can only be used after your first Upgrade)


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Anniversary Event 3

"Magical Masks! Crystal Senshi Mask-erade!"


Using your Senshi's Crystal and her/your aesthetics, design a gorgeous masquerade mask themed around your Animamate! She can be wearing it if you like, but it isn't necessary! It can be any kind of mask! Half, quarter, full, animal, your choice!


Rewards: 2 Crystal Points


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Anniversary Event 4

" Renegade Rabbit! Catch that Bunny!"


Uh ho! Looks like a rogue bunbun has made its way into the Crystal Caverns somewhere! Better find them and save them before they get into any sort of trouble!!


Hidden somewhere in this group is a lone rogue rabbit! Find the correct page, screencap it, stash it, and send a note to the group titled "RENEGADE RABBIT!" with a link to the sta.sh file so you can claim your prizes!


Rewards: 2 Crystal points and 1 Easter/Bunny Themed Pilik (or Geode if you have not had your first Upgrade)


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Anniversary Event 5

"Prizes, prizes, prizes! A Crystal Raffle of Love!"


As always, we love to show our unending love and gratitude to all you amazing people for helping make this group what it is! How you ask? By hosting a raffle full of some amazing prizes!! Leave a comment in the thread linked below to be entered for your chance to win something fun! At the end of the entire run of Anniversary Events, winners will be drawn via random.org a few at a time. When each winner is announced, they may choose anything they'd like from the prize pool until all prizes are claimed.


Raffle Sign Up Thread: https://www.deviantart.com/comments/1/874605503/4910873872


"CA is amazing and I love it, would I be able to donate a prize as well?"


Absolutely!! We would love you forever even more than we already do! If you're interested in donating a prize simply comment in the correct featured comment (linked below for easy finding) and tell us what you would like to donate! Please make sure you are able to complete your prize(s) in a timely manner. Everyone has 6ish months to complete them, so there's plenty of time! If you are unable to complete it by this time for whatever reason, please note the group and we will happily make alternate arrangements! <33


Prize offer Thread: https://www.deviantart.com/comments/1/874605503/4910874043


Prizes will be accepted right up until the end of the event run(April 30th) and winners will be determined starting May 1st!


Due Date for Finishing Prizes: November 26, 2021


Prizes:

1 - 1 Holiday Themed Bust from sailorx161

1 - 1 Holiday Themed Bust from sailorx161

1 - Bust Portrait by THEOLAS


CLAIMED PRIZES:

AlexLyre ~ 1 two-color ACEO of any of your CA-associated characters from nickyflamingo

Diluculi ~ 1 Full Colour Full Body from PinkVampire

PinkVampire ~ 1 Rendered half body of your CA character from GutsandGays

dayaja ~ 1 digital couple bust sketch-any of your CA characters by nickyflamingo

PatheticCreature ~ 4 outfit designs by sailorx161

nickyflamingo ~ 1 ACEO of any version of your CA by SailorAlcyone

Ra-Punzelle ~ 1 Mixed Media Bustshot of any CA-related character from BirbAnk

THEOLAS ~ 1 full-body picture of any CA character from Burnt-Ink

Burnt-Ink ~ 1 Half body sketch of any version of your CA by @SailorAlcyone

Desperillo ~ 100 Crystal Points

neofox ~ 1 dig couple bust sketch-any of your CA characters from nickyflamingo

sailorx161 ~ 50 Crystal Points

BirbAnk ~ 1 trad half-body sketch - any of your CA characters from nickyflamingo

GutsandGays ~ 1 Mixed Media Bustshot of any CA-related character from BirbAnk

Unisamas-Art ~ 1 - Additional Power (can be offensive, defensive or innate/passive). Must be accompanied by a short story/image on how your senshi earns this.

Tessera-Arts ~ 25 Crystal Points

Re-Pyper ~ 1 trad half-body sketch - any of your CA characters from nickyflamingo

Curious-Insanity ~ 1 dig bust sketch - any of your CA characters from nickyflamingo

JKDreamer ~ 10pt Fuku Embellishment/Modification

chamalaeon ~ 5pt Fuku Embellishment/Modification

SakuraHime666 ~ Fullbody Colour of a CA related character by PatheticCreature

dayaja ~ 1 Monochromatic Full Body from PinkVampire

Unisamas-Art ~ 1 Chibi from PinkVampire

Curious-Insanity ~ 1 Pixel from JKDreamer

Re-Pyper ~ Halfbody of a CA related character, coloured by PatheticCreature

GutsandGays ~ 400 dA Points from SailorAlcyone / Tsuzukikun

PinkVampire ~ 1 Power Augmentation (this is not a new power but a power boost to one of your existing powers, as described here: http://fav.me/d9fithd ). Must be accompanied by a short story/image on how your senshi earns this.

nickyflamingo ~ 1 Micro Chibi of CA Character (new knights welcome) from Re-Pyper

neofox ~ 1 dig bust sketch any of your CA characters from nickyflamingo

sailorx161 ~ 1 Sparkly Pixel Brooch from Curious-Insanity

Diluculi ~ 1 Mixed Media Bust of any CA-related character from BirbAnk

JKDreamer ~ 1 Micro Chibi of CA Character (new knights welcome!) from Re-Pyper

chamalaeon ~ 1 dig bust sketch any of your CA characters from nickyflamingo

Burnt-Ink ~ 1 Monochromatic Full Body from PinkVampire

PatheticCreature ~ 1 Bust Portrait by THEOLAS

AlexLyre ~ 1 digi bust sketch any of your CA characters from nickyflamingo

Tessera-Arts ~ 1 digi bust sketch any of your CA characters from nickyflamingo

THEOLAS ~ 1 Sparkly Pixel Brooch from CuriousInsanity

Ra-Punzelle ~ 1 Micro Chibi of CA Character (new knights welcome!) from Re-Pyper

Desperillo ~ 1 Month dA Core from SailorAlcyone

SakuraHime666 ~ 4 outfit designs by sailorx161

BirbAnk ~ 1 Month dA Core from SailorAlcyone

Re-Pyper ~ 1 Chibi from PinkVampire Burnt-Ink~ 4 outfit designs by Sailorx161

sailorx161 ~ 1 couple sketch of CA senshi/knight from Burnt-Ink

PinkVampire ~

chamalaeon ~ 1 B&W Bust Sketch from JKDreamer

Tessera-Arts ~ 1 Chibi from PinkVampire

neofox ~ 1 full-body picture of any CA character from Burnt-Ink

AlexLyre ~ 1 full-body picture of any CA character from Burnt-Ink

GutsandGays ~ Bust of a CA related character, coloured by PatheticCreature

JKDreamer ~

dayaja ~ 1 full-body picture of any CA character from Burnt-Ink

Unisamas-Art ~ 1 Coloured Bust Sketch from JKDreamer

BirbAnkie ~ 1 Coloured Bust Sketch from JKDreamer

nickyflamingo ~ 1 Month dA Core from SailorAlcyone

Ra-Punzelle ~

THEOLAS ~ 1 Holiday Themed Bust from sailorx161

Diluculi ~ 1 B&W Bust Sketch from JKDreamer

Desperillo ~ 1 couple sketch of CA Senshi with other senshi/knight from Burnt-Ink

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Eclipse has been forced upon users, and while it's not the worst thing in the world to try to navigate (though omg the layout is so IN YOUR FACE that I can only manage to look at my in box and pages for a very short time before I am so sensory overloaded that I can't even see things anymore because they blur together in a mash of overwhelming colour), it unfortunately is far from actually ready when it comes to groups. First and foremost...it's so hard to actually GET to groups, well, not hard, just a lot more unnecessary clicking than needs to be. I can use the drop down menu from "all deviants and groups", but why do I need to scroll (okay sure i can use the search but why so difficult??) to find the groups that I admin for?! But wait, that's only to see what was submitted to the group! That's not actually an admin page where I can see comments, submissions to accept/decline, etc is it???! There needs to be an easier way to get to admin functions in a group aside from going to the original group page...where we couldn't see comments anyway......Currently, notifications for groups are buggy at best, and again, require a buttload more clicking to get to in order to find them. Every notification I had not deleted because I needed them for one reason or another are not gone, so now I have to go searching and try to remember what I needed.....


All that aside, once you can actually get to the group page itself, it's still the old layout (for how long, I have no idea) so navigation from there is more familiar and quicker to go through. However, I have no CLUE how to edit ANY journal that was submitted before Eclipse dropped. I can't update any lists at all. I may have to go through and complete resubmit...everything....but...If someone who is more Eclipse savvy than me knows, pleeeaaaase help!! LOL *******This looks like they've fixed whatever problem I had between yesterday's frustrations and today. It DOES seem I can edit now!!******


Also how in the heck can I put the custom coding on journals now??? TT^TT


ALSO NO I DO NOT WANT MY GROUP JOURNALS POSTED TO MY PERSONAL PAGE!!! WTF?!?! HOW DO I FIX THAT TOO??!?!


What this means though, is that, going forward, until dA irons out these annoying kinks, group things will be mostly on hold while I figure things out. And if anyone has any questions about anything, please send them directly to me ( Tsuzukikun ), not the group so that I can actually get to you in a timely manner. This includes anything that you'd like approval for, or just general questions about the group and previous journals.


Thank you so much for all your patience during this chaotic time!


All the best!

Admin Team

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CrystalAnimamates


Eclipse has been forced upon users, and while it's not the worst thing in the world to try to navigate (though omg the layout is so IN YOUR FACE that I can only manage to look at my in box and pages for a very short time before I am so sensory overloaded that I can't even see things anymore because they blur together in a mash of overwhelming colour), it unfortunately is far from actually ready when it comes to groups. First and foremost...it's so hard to actually GET to groups, well, not hard, just a lot more unnecessary clicking than needs to be. I can use the drop down menu from "all deviants and groups", but why do I need to scroll (okay sure i can use the search but why so difficult??) to find the groups that I admin for?! But wait, that's only to see what was submitted to the group! That's not actually an admin page where I can see comments, submissions to accept/decline, etc is it???! There needs to be an easier way to get to admin functions in a group aside from going to the original group page...where we couldn't see comments anyway...... Currently, notifications for groups are buggy at best, and again, require a buttload more clicking to get to in order to find them. Every notification I had not deleted because I needed them for one reason or another are not gone, so now I have to go searching and try to remember what I needed.....


All that aside, once you can actually get to the group page itself, it's still the old layout (for how long, I have no idea) so navigation from there is more familiar and quicker to go through. However, I have no CLUE how to edit ANY journal that was submitted before Eclipse dropped. I can't update any lists at all. I may have to go through and complete resubmit...everything....but...If someone who is more Eclipse savvy than me knows, pleeeaaaase help!! LOL *******This looks like they've fixed whatever problem I had between yesterday's frustrations and today. It DOES seem I can edit now!!******


Also how in the heck can I put the custom coding on journals now??? TT^TT


ALSO NO I DO NOT WANT MY GROUP JOURNALS POSTED TO MY PERSONAL PAGE!!! WTF?!?! HOW DO I FIX THAT TOO??!?!


What this means though, is that, going forward, until dA irons out these annoying kinks, group things will be mostly on hold while I figure things out. And if anyone has any questions about anything, please send them directly to me ( Tsuzukikun OR SailorAlcyone , either one, I will be checking both my accounts as regularly as I can), not the group so that I can actually get to you in a timely manner. This includes anything that you'd like approval for, or just general questions about the group and previous journals.


Thank you so much for all your patience during this chaotic time!


All the best!

Admin Team

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Today we said goodbye to the sweetest Sweets that ever did sweet. Maisy had been through so much this last month, and despite everything, we could do no more for her. It was the right decision, painful as all hell for us, but the right decision for her. She's no longer in pain. We are taking it as well as we can, and knowing she's in a better place where she can eat all the roast chimkens she desires makes it a little easier. We don't know where she came from or why she showed up in our yard 5 years ago, but we are forever grateful she did and decided that she was going to make this her home for the last of her years. She gave us all the love and we loved her with everything we had in return. Rest well my Sweetness, Little Miss Maisy, Pudge, Miss Moop, Moose, Baby Girl. You will be dearly missed and always loved.


Thank you to everyone who has reached out, expressed concern over the last little while about her. I just hope she knew how loved she was. 💜💜💜💜💜

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