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A jam converted from a legacy contest
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  • Jam Overview

    Jam is over.
    It ran from May 4, 2016 @ 4:00 pm UTC to May 18, 2016 @ 4:00 pm UTC
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    Basic Summary

    Finalists Jam accepted Skins from participants.
    Accepts only standard resolution skins.

    Read the about for more information.

    Judging

    Ranked by Judges - Only members of the jam assigned with judging permission can vote.
    Entries can't be updated during the judge phase.
    14 day entry period.

    Rating Criteria

    1. Creativity & Uniqueness
      Rate how original and creative the entry is in its conception.
      Rated 1 to 5
    2. Technique & Execution
      Rate the level of skill demonstrated with the creation of the entry.
      Rated 1 to 10
  • About

    Converted Legacy Event

    This event was converted from our old contest and event system into our new jam format for historic preservation. Some details may be confusing in the new jam context.

    Banner made by whtdragon!

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    Skin Contest Theme : "Online Persona"


    This theme was a closed decision by the judges in order to pick a theme that would appeal to the community at large; future contests will return to the poll formula, but keep that in mind for this one!

    Returning contestants: please note that the prizes have changed. Be sure to check below and see the new prize!

    All of the normal rules of the site still apply in this contest. We encourage you to read the full submission rules here before submitting your entry. You can find our submission rules here.

    1. Create an "Online Persona" Skin.

    Everyone has a version of themselves that they present to others and online you can be anything you want to. In this months contest we want you to make a skin that reflects who you are and how others see you online.
    Just be sure it fits the theme and add a description of who/what the skin is and how it relates to the theme of "Online Persona".

    Please try to remember to be creative with your submissions, we take creativity as well as technique into account when scoring the finalists. So if you make something common and well known you may end up with a lower score compared to someone who made a much lesser known character or made up the idea for their skin.

    2. Skins must be new and made for this contest.


    We do not and have never accepted any copies or re-posts in our contests, nor do we accept skins created before the contest's announcement date.

    Do not submit copies, or paint-overs, of default textures from the minecraft.jar - This means no Steve skins, zombie skins, pigman skins, Creeper skins, or Enderman skins are permitted!

    Do not submit copies, or paint-overs, of skins found in any existing texture packs or mods, even if you are the original author.

    Do not submit existing member submissions, from this site or others. This includes your own galleries.

    Give us something new and fresh, please!

    3. Skins must be valid, use-able character skins.


    This is a contest for player skins only. Please do not submit mob skins, villager skins, or anything but the format expected for the player model.
    Note that as of 1.8 skins are allowed to have transparencies on the second layer, skins with transparencies on the first layer will be disqualified.

    4. Submit something you made, entirely by yourself.


    Skins that are obvious remixes, recolors, or blatant copies of other people's work are not acceptable. Your entry will be deleted, and you will be disqualified from the contest if you are found to be submitting stolen work.

    Using skin-making tools or apps such is not the same as making a skin yourself. Keep in mind also that, when using those applications, you are copying from a library of 'parts'. Several of those 'parts' were taken from talented skinners without their consent, and as such, skins containing those parts are considered stolen art. Those entries will be disqualified, and deleted from your account.

    Our global ban list of apps and websites includes, but is not limited to:
    MinersNeedCoolShoes Armory
    SkinCraft Skin Creator
    NovaSkin Skin Creator
    Skins Pro Creator (iPod)

    Skins created with any of these services will be disqualified with no option for appeal. Continue reading for a list of suggested skinning programs to use.

    5. One entry per person.


    Each user will only be permitted to submit one skin for this contest.

    You may edit your entry for as long as the contest submission period is open. If you decide to change your submission at any point, you are free to do so. However, be warned that deleting your original entry may cause errors and make it impossible for you to re-enter the contest. Instead, you should use the "update submission" button on your active submission, then save the new file over your old one. Remember to change the submission title and description if necessary!

    6. The contest will run for two weeks.


    Post dates must be made after today's date, 5/4/16. The contest will end about two weeks from today, on 5/18/16. Skins submitted after this date will not be accepted.
    After this time the contest will be put into a review period of three days before we move into the judging stage.

    7. Take your time, and make it fun!

    Give your skin some character! Give them some defining characteristics. Make it unique and awesome!

    We've always scored higher for submissions that include more thought and creativity. Write a bit about the history behind your character and we'll all learn more. Remember, you have two weeks to do this. You don't have to put something up right away. Take your time!

    If you're unsure if your idea will fit with the theme or have any other concerns feel free to contact our list of judges below they should be able to help you, as well as many of the site moderators.

    Do not rush yourself to get something in immediately. This contest is not a random drawing - the submissions are judged by a panel of long-standing members with a great deal of experience in making Minecraft skins. It will not help your chances at winning if you submit anything less than fantastic, so take your time.

    Should you chose to rush, remember that you are able to update your submission as many times as you want before the final close date of 5/18/16.

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    Submit a skin as you would normally, but check the box indicating that your skin is for the contest.

    1st Place

    • (1) $40 Steam wallet credit
    • A Contest Themed, Gold, Pixel Art Trophy for Member's Profile Trophy Case.
    • Profile Featured on PMC - 1 Week.

    2nd Place

    • A Contest Themed, Silver, Pixel Art Trophy for Member's Profile Trophy Case.
    • Profile Featured on PMC - 1 Week.

    3rd Place

    • Contest Themed, Bronze, Pixel Art Trophy for Member's Profile Trophy Case.
    • Profile Featured on PMC - 1 Week.

    All Participants

    • A Contest Themed, Pixel Art Badge/Medal for Member's Profile Trophy Case.


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    If you do not know how to make skins, or have an idea but have never attempted it before, here are a few things you should know.

    1. Skins must be saved as a .PNG file. No other file format will function properly.

    2. The most popular tools for editing Minecraft Skins are:

    MCSkin3D, an application developed by Paril. You can download it from its PMC page.

    MCSkinEdit, an application developed by a user named Swedman. You can download it from the official forums post, here. You will also need the previewer, which you can download
    here or here.

    You may wish to use a more advanced editor for certain effects. GIMP and Paint.net are free applications that will give you access to better tools for editing.

    3. If you need help or want some tips for making nice skins, many of our top skinners have made tutorials outlining the processes and techniques they use for skinning. Check out these ones by Roobus and Leostereo

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    Here is a list of the current submissions.

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    Judges will be encouraged to participate, but will be disqualified from winning prizes.
  • Jam Entries

  • Jam Results

    During this jam, 400 entries were submitted between May 4, 2016 @ 4:00 pm UTC and May 18, 2016 @ 4:00 pm UTC.
    450 ratings were given to 45 finalists between May 18, 2016 @ 4:00 pm UTC and June 3, 2016 @ 4:00 pm UTC.
    The average number of ratings per entry was 10.00 and the median was 10.
    • Over-Time - Online Persona Skin Contest
      Minecraft Skin
      150
      35
      16.1k 397 65
      PureNerd 5/17/16 8:00
    • Ranked 1st for overall jam
      with a score of 11.550 out of 15 from 10 ratings.

      JUDGE RATINGS
      CriteriaRankedScore*Raw ScoreMax
      Creativity & Uniqueness8th3.2503.2505
      Technique & Execution1st8.3008.30010
      Overall Score1st11.55011.55015
    • Top Memester [2nd!]
      Minecraft Skin
      124
      47
      11.4k 1.1k 40
      Fred 5/11/16 8:45
    • Ranked 2nd for overall jam
      with a score of 10.950 out of 15 from 10 ratings.

      JUDGE RATINGS
      CriteriaRankedScore*Raw ScoreMax
      Creativity & Uniqueness1st4.1504.1505
      Technique & Execution7th6.8006.80010
      Overall Score2nd10.95010.95015
    • The Gatekeeper
      Minecraft Skin
      189
      81
      11.8k 1.4k 76
      Knightsundere 5/18/16 12:33 • posted 5/16/16 8:49
    • Ranked 3rd for overall jam
      with a score of 10.750 out of 15 from 10 ratings.

      JUDGE RATINGS
      CriteriaRankedScore*Raw ScoreMax
      Creativity & Uniqueness4th3.3503.3505
      Technique & Execution2nd7.4007.40010
      Overall Score3rd10.75010.75015
    • Samurai King (Online Persona Skin Contest)
      Minecraft Skin
      85
      16
      1.3k 55 32
      Allergy_Man 5/16/16 1:16
    • Ranked 4th for overall jam
      with a score of 10.350 out of 15 from 10 ratings.

      JUDGE RATINGS
      CriteriaRankedScore*Raw ScoreMax
      Creativity & Uniqueness10th3.1503.1505
      Technique & Execution3rd7.2007.20010
      Overall Score4th10.35010.35015
    • The trickster [Contest skin, mate lel]
      Minecraft Skin
      125
      41
      5k 890 24
      DragonsDungeon 5/18/16 11:21
    • Ranked 5th for overall jam
      with a score of 10.150 out of 15 from 10 ratings.

      JUDGE RATINGS
      CriteriaRankedScore*Raw ScoreMax
      Creativity & Uniqueness5th3.3503.3505
      Technique & Execution6th6.8006.80010
      Overall Score5th10.15010.15015
    • Power in Anonymity - 6th
      Minecraft Skin
      122
      49
      4.3k 314 41
      bio 5/17/16 3:39
    • Ranked 6th for overall jam
      with a score of 10.050 out of 15 from 10 ratings.

      JUDGE RATINGS
      CriteriaRankedScore*Raw ScoreMax
      Creativity & Uniqueness15th2.9502.9505
      Technique & Execution4th7.1007.10010
      Overall Score6th10.05010.05015
    • Your Stereotypical Canadian [7th Place!]
      Minecraft Skin
      38
      10
      1.5k 125 12
      Fantastic 5/16/16 8:54 • posted 5/15/16 8:57
    • Ranked 7th for overall jam
      with a score of 10.000 out of 15 from 10 ratings.

      JUDGE RATINGS
      CriteriaRankedScore*Raw ScoreMax
      Creativity & Uniqueness14th3.0003.0005
      Technique & Execution5th7.0007.00010
      Overall Score7th10.00010.00015
    • Spirit of the Dragons [Contest] [8th!]
      Minecraft Skin
      69
      20
      1.6k 115 27
      Spectral 5/15/16 2:33 • posted 5/5/16 9:26
    • Ranked 8th for overall jam
      with a score of 9.700 out of 15 from 10 ratings.

      JUDGE RATINGS
      CriteriaRankedScore*Raw ScoreMax
      Creativity & Uniqueness6th3.3003.3005
      Technique & Execution11th6.4006.40010
      Overall Score8th9.7009.70015
    • Shaded the Hunter [Contest]
      Minecraft Skin
      76
      25
      1.6k 109 29
      Shadedfire 5/14/16 4:59
    • Ranked 9th for overall jam
      with a score of 9.700 out of 15 from 10 ratings.

      JUDGE RATINGS
      CriteriaRankedScore*Raw ScoreMax
      Creativity & Uniqueness11th3.1003.1005
      Technique & Execution9th6.6006.60010
      Overall Score9th9.7009.70015
    • Luftpilot (contest)
      Minecraft Skin
      83
      25
      2.9k 153 29
      Drzzter 5/9/16 11:19
    • Ranked 10th for overall jam
      with a score of 9.500 out of 15 from 10 ratings.

      JUDGE RATINGS
      CriteriaRankedScore*Raw ScoreMax
      Creativity & Uniqueness7th3.3003.3005
      Technique & Execution13th6.2006.20010
      Overall Score10th9.5009.50015

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