Membership Post!
January 5th, 2012 01:17![[identity profile]](https://www.dreamwidth.org/img/silk/identity/openid.png)
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First and foremost, thank you for your interest in joining this subbing community! I'm glad you paid a visit, and do hope you'll enjoy what I have to offer. :)
Second, I would like to explain in detail why I have decided to open up a community for my subs. It might be a long read, but seeing as how this will be the first and only time I talk about it in this much depth, I'd appreciate it if you could spare a few minutes of your time.
When I first joined the LJ Arashi fandom, I knew I wanted to sub but did not feel the need for a community. I thought releasing on my personal LJ was enough, and by having all my posts in one location, I would be able to keep track of my releases as well as my radio and magazine translations.
However, as it was a personal journal, I felt the need to keep my private posts locked for my f-list. In order to "protect" my subs, so to speak, I inevitably had to lock the posts, which then meant that those who were not on my f-list could not access them. Some of you may know that I do not friend back easily, and it's not because I didn't want to share (that would defeat the purpose of fansubs); it's because it was a personal LJ. Of course, I was often troubled about this because my desire to share clashed with my slow friending process. Plus, I know not everyone joins the LJ community at the same time (meaning that if you weren't active when I released, you wouldn't know of it), so that was another worry of mine.
To be frank, I did not think I would need a community just for my subs when I first began. But through the years, I realized that I had released quite a few clips. More importantly, I intend to continue subbing. The reason why I didn't start this community sooner was because I, too, have what we call "RL". I work full-time just like most everyone else, and honestly, I felt I would not have the time to maintain a community. I did not want to start something on a whim nor did I want to be irresponsible after having created a community. After weighing the pros and cons, though, I realized that now is as good a time as ever to open one. It was a long time coming, but I hope you can see why I took this long. And, for those who had been waiting for me to take this step, thank you for waiting, and welcome. :)
Now, here's how to join. I know most of you are familiar with the fandom rules, but I'm putting it here as an obligatory post and because it's kind of an unwritten rule to do so. ^^; Plus, when you comment, I will assume that you have read this post and are therefore held accountable and responsible as a member of this community.
The Rules:
Regarding subbed files:
1. DO NOT UPLOAD to online streaming sites.
2. DO NOT SELL subs for profit.
3. DO NOT REPOST links (reuploading files counts as reposting).
4. DO NOT CLAIM as your own.
5. DO NOT REPOST files elsewhere.
6. DO NOT REENCODE files (includes other formats).
Regarding translations:
1. DO NOT RETRANSLATE into other languages. By this, I mean that you cannot use the translations on my subbed files to translate again into another language.
2. DO NOT USE without permission.
Regarding the community:
Please be courteous and respectful of other members. I want this place to be a comfy, rainbowy community; I hope you all feel the same. :)
DISCLAIMER
(Sorry, this is the only part that has to sound mean; I wish I didn't have to say this, but): I reserve the right to decline membership requests, and modify or terminate existing members based on current or previous offenses of the fansub rules. There are serial offenders and, though this fandom is large, it is small enough that if someone catches you breaking the rules, subbers will be notified. This is also why a lot of subbers left the fandom in the past, so please be nice!
I won't ask you to comment on every release. It's okay if you're only here to leech (though, quite honestly, it'd be nice to get to know my members since that's how a community thrives). But please, the only thing I ask is that you respect these rules. I put a lot of time, effort, and most of all, passion, into my work. I love what I do, I love Arashi, and I really hope it shows in my work. To join, please leave a comment here telling me that you've read the contents of this post. Then, and don't forget this step, click "join community". Note: I only add LJ accounts. This means that if you are using a FB account, for example, I will not add you. And, this may be more for my benefit, but if you have anything to say regarding what you want to see in, or what you want from, this community, add a blurb in your comment. Or, you know. Spam me with cracktastic, Arashi gifs. xD I welcome public displays of affection and appreciate the love. <3 I would be delighted to hear that you all enjoy watching the clips as much as I enjoy subbing them. I'm here to share, so please respect my work and follow the rules. It's as simple as that, and that's all I ask.
Processing membership may take a while, but I ask that you please be patient. I run this community alone, and as I mentioned before, I work full-time. I will try to get back to you within a month span (that is, I will take one month at most). If you do not hear from me within 31 days (inclusive), I may have accidentally missed you. >_< Poke me again with a comment on this post only if you have not heard from me after two weeks. Commenting frequently to be added does not give you any higher an advantage. ^^;
Processing membership may take a while, but I ask that you please be patient. I run this community alone, and as I mentioned before, I work full-time. I will try to get back to you within a month span (that is, I will take one month at most). If you do not hear from me within 31 days (inclusive), I may have accidentally missed you. >_< Poke me again with a comment on this post only if you have not heard from me after two weeks. Commenting frequently to be added does not give you any higher an advantage. ^^;
Just a tiny sidenote♪ If you like my work or would like to give feedback, please do not hesitate to leave a comment in the release posts. I enjoy conversing and I appreciate your input and support. Believe it or not, I read every, single one and often comment back. Also, I'm notorious for flailing in comments, so feel free to strike up a conversation with me. I can get quite chatty. :P
Lastly, thanks again for your interest in joining my community! :Dv
Originally posted on: January 5, 2012 01:17 JST
Last edit: October 4, 2016, 05:36 JST
Latest membership processing: CLOSED (*see below)
Attention: As of October 4, 2016, membership processing is CLOSED. FYI: YES, I will still be subbing things, and YES, membership will be opened again in the near future. In the meantime, I will continue releasing subs in my comm for existing members. I will let everyone know when membership is open again, so please check back at this post for updates!
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April 25th, 2016 18:35 (UTC)i will follow all your rules. because i can fell if the rules was broken maybe you will annoyed, commnity jus only the change i can relation about arashi ^^
welcome with your new community
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May 2nd, 2016 02:05 (UTC)Looks like you forgot to click "join community", could you do that so I can approve membership?
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April 25th, 2016 19:00 (UTC)I've read your rules and promise I will follow them, I hope I can join this community nwn And thanks for your hard work :3
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May 2nd, 2016 02:10 (UTC)Anyway, welcome to the community, enjoy your stay! ^^
I want to join!
April 25th, 2016 19:12 (UTC)Please accept me into your community! Would love to get to know you more too. Yoroshiku!
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May 2nd, 2016 02:12 (UTC)You've been approved, welcome to the comm~
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i'd like to join your community..
i have read your rules and i promise i will follow your rules..
thank you so much..<3
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May 2nd, 2016 02:17 (UTC)no subject
April 25th, 2016 19:51 (UTC)I've read the post and promise to follow the rules.
Yoroshiku onegaishimasu^^
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May 2nd, 2016 02:18 (UTC)no subject
April 25th, 2016 21:50 (UTC)no subject
May 2nd, 2016 02:20 (UTC)Welcome to the community, enjoy your stay~ ^^
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April 25th, 2016 22:32 (UTC)I read the whole post (you seem like a lovely person ^^) and of course I will respect your rules. Thank you for sharing your files with us - and thank you so much for your hard work!
Looking forward to fangirling with you xD
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May 2nd, 2016 02:22 (UTC)P.S. With your icon, I couldn't resist using mine. xD
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April 25th, 2016 23:46 (UTC)I would like to join your comm and have read your membership post / rules.
Nice to meet you and thanks for your hard work :)
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April 25th, 2016 23:55 (UTC)no subject
May 11th, 2016 04:45 (UTC)Welcome to the community, enjoy your stay~!
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join!
April 26th, 2016 01:23 (UTC)I've read all the rules and I'll abide all of them
please let me join~
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April 26th, 2016 03:48 (UTC)I haven't been active in the fandom for quite some time now.
I'd love to join your community to regain my love for Arashi and J-Pop in general. :D
I've read all your rules regarding your subbed videos, translations and the community and promise to follow them.
Thank you in advance! Yoroshiku~
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May 11th, 2016 04:55 (UTC)no subject
April 26th, 2016 05:55 (UTC)i'm dean from taiwan who's currently living in indonesia! i've been a fan of arashi for less than a year and will continue to do so~
hope i can join in this comm and i won't distribute your file in any form that internet has to offer ;)
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May 11th, 2016 05:02 (UTC)no subject
April 26th, 2016 10:58 (UTC)Thanks and keep up the good work!
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May 11th, 2016 05:04 (UTC)no subject
April 26th, 2016 13:03 (UTC)I promise to follow your rules & not repost / reupload your videos or claim them as mine.
I also follow you on twitter but am too shy to talk to you :xIt's so cool that you're a full-time producer & translator?!?! I wanted to do film & media when was younger but real life got in the way >>>>>>
since it's not practical in my country...Please let me join your community! :3
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May 11th, 2016 05:07 (UTC)Where are you from? Being in the entertainment industry can have its pros and cons. When I first started my career, it was more of a stamina thing: long hours, no sleep, etc. But now, I feel efforts are rewarded and I see that being busy is a good thing! :P
You've been approved, welcome to the comm~
P.S. Don't be shy! I'm chatty and very active on Twitter ;)
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April 26th, 2016 15:33 (UTC)Thank you so much for your hard work.
Love
Neena
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May 11th, 2016 05:11 (UTC)(no subject)
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April 26th, 2016 16:43 (UTC)I've read all of the rules and promise I will follow all of it
Thank you so much in advance
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May 11th, 2016 05:15 (UTC)no subject
April 26th, 2016 16:51 (UTC)So glad that you reopen the membership!
I've read all the rules and promise to follow it and I'd like to join this community
Thank you and yoroshiku~~
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May 11th, 2016 05:27 (UTC)no subject
April 26th, 2016 17:39 (UTC)Uhm.. I don't know if I clicked the join button after I commented so I clicked it again(?) today (May 4). I just want to make sure. Sorry if there's any inconveniance because of it. 😅
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May 11th, 2016 05:17 (UTC)no subject
April 26th, 2016 17:59 (UTC)I really appreciate the love, hard work and dedication you put into this community. I promise to follow all the rules and hope you'll let me join. Thank you so much!
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May 11th, 2016 05:18 (UTC)You've been added, welcome to the community~
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April 26th, 2016 18:16 (UTC)thank you so much for your hard work!
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May 11th, 2016 05:29 (UTC)Welcome to the community, enjoy your stay~!
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April 26th, 2016 23:27 (UTC)Honestly I'm not very active in the Arashi fandom much anymore. 'RL' is taking up too much time for serious fangirling. Joining your community is just a way for me to get back into the groove of being an Arashi fan.
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May 11th, 2016 05:31 (UTC)Welcome to the community, you've been added~!
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April 26th, 2016 23:54 (UTC)PS: I like your header. It's really cute and the colour of it really make balance of all <3
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May 11th, 2016 05:34 (UTC)Thanks for the compliment! Can you guess where the idea is from? ;)
Membershop request
April 27th, 2016 00:11 (UTC)Love Nani!
Re: Membershop request
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