Resonance
A zine exploring the cyclical nature and resonance of the characters and themes in Frieren: Beyond Journey's End
Mod Apps results have been emailed!Interest Check coming soon!
F.A.Q.
What is a fanzine?A fanzine is a short magazine created by fans, usually focused on a particular topic or theme. This fanzine focuses on the lingering relationships formed between Frieren and her companions.What is Frieren?Frieren: Beyond Journey's End is an anime and manga exploring the life of the main character, Frieren, as she traces the steps of the journey she took fifty years before to defeat the Demon King.What is this zine's theme?This zine seeks to explore the resonance of characters and themes in Frieren.For example, Stark has a similar backstory to Eisen, with similar themes of overcoming cowardice, but he is allowed to be his own character and address those themes in a different manner. In the same way, Fern is a lot like Frieren, but with very human desires. Frieren herself resonates with Himmel, as a mentor leading her group through the same journey she went on with Himmel while taking on odd side quests, but she also resonates with Serie in saying that she wouldn't take on an apprentice and then doing so (with a specifically human apprentice, continuing the elf -> human -> elf -> human cycle that Serie unintentionally set up when she taught Flamme). Even the idea that the priest in the party is always a drunk feels cyclical in nature.This is not to say that all pieces should be a compare/contrast or a mirroring between characters, but that we want to explore the way so much of Frieren resonates within itself.Is this fanzine SFW?This fanzine will be SFW.Will this zine contain spoilers for the anime?
Yes.
The zine will allow content from anything within the first two seasons of the anime.Will this fanzine include content from the manga that hasn't been adapted to the anime?This will be determined by our Interest Check, but the hope is that manga content will be allowed.Will ships be allowed?Yes.Will this fanzine be digital or physical?This will be a digital only zine.Will this zine be free?This will be determined by our Interest Check. If there is enough interest, we hope for this zine to be for charity.How old should someone be to apply?Mods must be at least 18 years old on the date that mod applications close: July 31, 2026.Contributors must be at least 18 years old on the date that contributor applications close: October 16, 2026.What positions will be available, and how many of each will you accept?We will be accepting Page Artists, Writers, and Merch Artists, as well as selecting one of our Page Artists to design the cover.How many of each position we accept will be determined by our Interest Check.Will you accept alternate forms of media, like music, comics, or cosplay?Yes.Can someone apply for multiple roles?Yes, but you will only be accepted for one.Will there be any guests for the zine?This will be determined by the Interest Check.Will collaborations between contributors be allowed?Yes.I have a question that isn't answered here!Feel free to ask other questions through our Tumblr, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
Schedule
* Mod Applications: July 10 - 31
* Interest Check: Oct. 1 - 30
* Contributor Applications: Nov. 2 - Dec. 1
* Contributor Application Results: Dec. 7
* Pitches Due: Dec. 28
* Pitch Results: Jan. 8
* Check-In 1: Feb. 8
* Check-In 2: March 8
* Check-In 3: April 6
* Final Submissions: May 4
* Zine Release: TBD
Mods
Bandit
Head Mod, Organization Mod
Ask for PronounsYo, I'm your friendly neighborhood Bandit, and it's a pleasure to meet you! I'm primarily a zine writer, but I was also head mod for Error: Off Script, a Danganronpa 2 Canon Divergence Zine. I'm excited to be here, and I'm excited to see everything we create together. Woo!
Dawn
Co-Art Mod
They/ThemHi! I'm Dawn, I'm really excited to work on this zine with everyone. This is my first time on a Frieren zine but I've worked on many other projects across a variety of fandoms. Let's make this zine a great one 🙂↕️
Straythorn
Co-Art Mod
He/HimHeyo! I'm Straythorn or just Stray, and im super excited to be a part of the project! I have been an Art Mod for Off the Clock, Sticker Trove, Land Ho!, , Sky is the Limit: a Tears of the Kingdom Zine, and more. Can't wait to see all the beautiful art! :D
temkyun
Merch Mod
Any PronounsYour average neet that likes to do fandom projects online to cope. I've just got into modding zines but had been a contributor in the past 6 years in over 20 zines. I'm looking forward working with you!
Animercom
Co-Writing Mod
She/HerHi, everyone! I'm Ani. I'm primarly a zine writing and org mod in the Genshin Impact fandom for the past few years, but I'm excited to share the love to other beloved series! There's no better storytelling than Frieren so I am so honored to be part of this team.
attu
Co-Writing Mod
They/ThemHello! Frieren has fallen into the honorable position of "most watched anime when I am stressed" - it's a huge comfort watch for me and I absolutely love everything about it! I have held various mod positions across several zines, including writing, organization, and social media. I can't wait to help make this zine a success!
Ashe
Co-Graphics Mod
He/TheyMy name is ashe and I will be participating as one of the co-graphics mods for Resonance! Frieren is such an incredibly compelling story and I really want to show my love for it by being a part of this zine. Outside of Frieren things, I work fulltime as a graphic designer and love making OC art as well c:
chelian.png
Co-Graphics Mod
She/HerHenlo, I'm Lian!! I've been mostly a page and merch artist but I'm so happy to explore new things in the zine scene. I do graphic design on an everyday basis, so I really wanted to try out my skills here!! I'm super grateful for this opportunity and I can't wait to work with you all!! -
Mellian
Formatting Mod
She/HerHi!! I'm Mellian^^ I adore Frieren so so much, and I'm so happy to be here!! I've mostly been a page/merch artist for zines but I've been wanting to contribute a bit more, so here I am!! I've spent many days yearning to get back to formatting, so I'm very grateful for the trust and opportunity!!
Bunn
Finance Mod
She/HerHello I’m Bunn! I’m 25 and I have plenty of experience in zines and I am very excited for this one! I love Frieren it’s such a beautiful story <33 I’m very excited to work with everyone!
El Reese
Social Media Mod
They/ThemHeyo, call me Reese! I'm getting spoiled for most Frieren character arcs because I know german, nonetheless I have imprinted that anime on my soul.
Info Doc Coming Soon.