THIS IS AN 18+ EVENT!
If it is discovered you are lying about your age, you will be removed and barred from future events.ZERO HARASSMENT / BULLYING / HATE SPEECH / ETC!
If you are caught doing any of these things at any point in the project, you will only be warned exactly ONCE to stop. If you persist, you and your work will be removed from the project and any credit you received via social media will be erased.CHARACTER OR SHIP HATE / BASHING IS NOT ALLOWED!
We understand everyone has their favorites and that they also have characters / ships they are not fond of, but in this space, EVERYONE is welcome to discuss those they like. Lets all be mature about these things, please.USE OF AI IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED!
If you are caught using AI in any way on or in your pieces, you will be immediately ejected from the bonk and banned from future bonks. We trust that all of you are talented enough not to have to rely on AI!PLEASE KEEP UP WITH ANNOUNCEMENTS!
This is for the mods' sakes as well as your own, as important info will be shared there regarding the project, deadlines, etc.HAVE FUN!
This project is intended to give a creative outlet to some of the most awesome people in the Persona fandom, so let your imagination run wild and show us some amazing art & stories to that end!REQUIREMENTS
Writers
Minimum of 3k words with no set maximum.
Fully original piece not posted anywhere else. Can connect to previous work, but should not depend on it in order to be understandable.
All pieces will be checked for SPaG!
A title as well as a list of content/trigger warnings should be provided at the top of the document.Artists
Either lined OR fully colored piece (decided by your team)
Backgrounds may be simple, important details (i.e characters) should be clear
Dimensions: min size of A4 (210mm x 297mm) 300 dpi RBG

Name: Jiro
Role: Head Mod
Age: 34

What do you love most about Ryuji?

I feel like I have a lot in common with him, tbh. We both grew up with single moms and faced hardships from a young age, both socially and physically. However, despite all that, he still tries his best to be positive and that's hella rad!

Previous Experience

• Get Rekt : A Reki Kyan Zine (2023) - Art Mod
• Treasured : A NagiReoNagi Zine (2024) - Co-Head Mod, Art Mod & Discord Mod
• Incandescent : A Magical Girl Zine (2024) - Art Mod
• Winter Wonderland: A Winter-Themed Pokemon Zine ( 2024 ) - Art Mod
• RE:Flect : A Persona 3 Tarot Zine (Full Deck) (2024) - Head Mod
• Venom : A DKBK Omegaverse Zine (2024) - Art & Merch Mod
• Knife's Edge : A Horror ShuAke Zine (2025) - Art Mod

Name: Pikamel
Role: Writing & Socials Mod
Age: 18+

What do you love most about Ryuji?

Ryuji's optimism and passion is such an inspiring thing to me. I think he's a fun character with many layers, and I appreciate everything about him- even if the game sometimes doesn't!

Previous Experience

• Bungou Stray Dogs Big Bang General Mod (2023)
• Ryuji Bonk Writing Mod (2024)
• Souyo Big Bang Writing Mod (2024)
• RyuDate Week Admin and Discord Admin (2022-2024)
• KazuFuu/0703 Week Admin (2023)
• Another Life: A Soukoku Anthology Writing Mod (2024)
• Forbidden Fruit: A 0703 Anthology Writing Mod (2024)

Name: Victarion
Role: Writing Mod
Age: 24

What do you love most about Ryuji?

He's the heart and soul of the Phantom Thieves! He's not only the reason the group formed, he's arguably the main member who kept it going. I love his ride-or-die mentality, especially when it comes to Joker, and his dynamics with the rest of the team are amazing as well! It's kind of impossible not to love him, really!

Previous Experience

Colorful Nights: A ShuYuka zine (2025) - Writing mod

Name: Ara
Role: Graphics Mod
Age: 22

What do you love most about Ryuji?

One of the traits I love about Ryuji is his energetic nature. No matter the circumstance, his passion and ability to care shine through (even during moments where others might take it as detrimental). His dedication to his teammates and the protagonist are heartwarming and he's one of my favorite guy companions in the series.

Previous Experience

Found here!

Name: Mornh
Role: Art Mod
Age: 20

What do you love most about Ryuji?

Ryuji never pretends to be perfect. He’s real, he’s honest, and he never backs down when it matters. He reminds me that true strength isn’t about being tough—it’s about standing by the people you care about, no matter what!

Previous Experience

This will be my first full-fledged experience!

FAQ

Q: What is a bonk (bang)?
A: In a traditional bang, as this one is this year, writers will submit 1 or 2 summary pitches anonymously of pieces they'd like to write. Artists will then be allowed to anonymously pick from them the ones they'd like to work on / with to do art pieces for. Once both processes are finished, artists and writers will be paired into teams and work together!Q: What is the theme of this bonk?
Just celebrating Ryuji Sakamoto in general! AU's, canon, anything is allowed here.Q: What kind of content is allowed?
A: All content will be allowed. However, there will be roles separating people from content they don't wish to see in the server and no one will be paired with someone doing content they do not wish to see.Q: Is there an age restriction?
A: Yes, you must be 18+ to participate!Page will be updated as necessary as we receive more questions.

Setup DatesMod Apps // February 13th - March 15th
Mod App Results Sent Out // March 20th
Interest Check // April 1st - May 1st
Interest Check Results // May 10thSign Up PeriodWriters / Artists / Pinch Hitters / Betas // June 1st - June 28th
Last Day To Enter Server // July 2ndSubmissionsSubmission Period // July 5th - July 15th
Claims Period // July 16th - July 30th
Teams Announced // August 5th
Team Contact Check // August 6thCheck-InsCheck-In 1 // September 15th - September 20th
Check-In 2 // October 15th - October 20th
Check-In 3 // November 15th - November 20th
Check-In 4 // December 15th - December 20th
Final Check-In // January 15thAdditional DatesPreview Posting Period - December 30th - January 6th
Posting Period -January 16th - January 30thSchedule is subject to be change should the full mod team find it necessary.