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A jam converted from a legacy contest
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  • Jam Overview

    Jam is over.
    It ran from October 14, 2017 @ 4:00 pm UTC to October 29, 2017 @ 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.
    15 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.

    Skin Contest Theme : "Urban Legends"

    Contest managed by Zitzabis, theme chosen by community vote
    Banner made by Fanjawi
    Blurb by Dexheart
    Banner background: https://www.planetminecraft.com/project/haunted-house-3131883/

    1. Create an Urban Legend Skin.

    Carefully hidden behind a veil of rumors and mysteries lies the story of a paranormal, mythological, horrifying creature that no one truly knows exists, or does not exist. It's tale sends a shiver down the spine of anyone who dares to bring up it's name, their shadows watching them as under the light of a dim flashlight they recount the words of an "Urban Legend". Perhaps caught in the back of their minds, they cannot seem to recall every detail, every claw, every gnashing tooth, every terrifying gaze it casts upon it's unfortunate victims. But, someone zips up the tent flap. You! Holding your own flashlight and your personal journal, you cautiously step inside the tent to gather around your friends, and tell them what it truly looks like, what it truly is! For this skin contest, you will be recounting the Urban Legend of your own mystical, horrible beast that lurks in the shadows of people's minds, stalking them in the corner of their eye.

    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, usable 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, October 14th, 2017 @ 12:00 PM EST. The contest will end about two weeks from today, on October 29th, 2017 @ 12:00 PM EST 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 October 29th, 2017 @ 12:00 PM EST.

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

  • Jam Results

    During this jam, 191 entries were submitted between October 14, 2017 @ 4:00 pm UTC and October 29, 2017 @ 4:00 pm UTC.
    441 ratings were given to 49 finalists between October 29, 2017 @ 4:00 pm UTC and November 14, 2017 @ 5:00 pm UTC.
    The average number of ratings per entry was 9.00 and the median was 9.
    • Unwanted_Flesh
      Minecraft Skin
      217
      100
      13.3k 711 41
      Noobator 10/28/17 1:52
    • Ranked 1st for overall jam
      with a score of 13.611 out of 15 from 9 ratings.

      JUDGE RATINGS
      CriteriaRankedScore*Raw ScoreMax
      Creativity & Uniqueness2nd4.1674.1675
      Technique & Execution1st9.4449.44410
      Overall Score1st13.61113.61115
    • Pestilence
      Minecraft Skin
      114
      45
      5.2k 267 19
      SharkyBoy 10/22/17 4:01
    • Ranked 2nd for overall jam
      with a score of 13.500 out of 15 from 9 ratings.

      JUDGE RATINGS
      CriteriaRankedScore*Raw ScoreMax
      Creativity & Uniqueness1st4.2784.2785
      Technique & Execution2nd9.2229.22210
      Overall Score2nd13.50013.50015
    • Surgery
      Minecraft Skin
      75
      20
      2.6k 43 12
      Allergy_Man 10/29/17 8:01
    • Ranked 3rd for overall jam
      with a score of 12.000 out of 15 from 9 ratings.

      JUDGE RATINGS
      CriteriaRankedScore*Raw ScoreMax
      Creativity & Uniqueness6th3.7783.7785
      Technique & Execution3rd8.2228.22210
      Overall Score3rd12.00012.00015
    • The Candy Man
      Minecraft Skin
      120
      61
      3.5k 254 45
      ICY 10/25/17 4:14
    • Ranked 4th for overall jam
      with a score of 11.333 out of 15 from 9 ratings.

      JUDGE RATINGS
      CriteriaRankedScore*Raw ScoreMax
      Creativity & Uniqueness5th3.7783.7785
      Technique & Execution4th7.5567.55610
      Overall Score4th11.33311.33315
    • The Akephaloi (Skin + Art!)
      Minecraft Skin
      63
      22
      2.2k 79 11
      Luthien 10/26/17 2:51
    • Ranked 5th for overall jam
      with a score of 11.222 out of 15 from 9 ratings.

      JUDGE RATINGS
      CriteriaRankedScore*Raw ScoreMax
      Creativity & Uniqueness3rd3.8893.8895
      Technique & Execution6th7.3337.33310
      Overall Score5th11.22211.22215
    • Pigeon Master
      Minecraft Skin
      77
      28
      3.7k 340 8
      Althestane 10/21/17 6:40
    • Ranked 6th for overall jam
      with a score of 10.889 out of 15 from 9 ratings.

      JUDGE RATINGS
      CriteriaRankedScore*Raw ScoreMax
      Creativity & Uniqueness4th3.8893.8895
      Technique & Execution9th7.0007.00010
      Overall Score6th10.88910.88915
    • The Monster Inside
      Minecraft Skin
      92
      43
      6.7k 276 16
      Havingfun_ISKEY 10/28/17 9:10
    • Ranked 7th for overall jam
      with a score of 10.389 out of 15 from 9 ratings.

      JUDGE RATINGS
      CriteriaRankedScore*Raw ScoreMax
      Creativity & Uniqueness7th3.2783.2785
      Technique & Execution7th7.1117.11110
      Overall Score7th10.38910.38915
    • Boney Maloney - Urban Legends Contest
      Minecraft Skin
      93
      38
      3.9k 366 23
      Irish 10/22/17 4:37
    • Ranked 8th for overall jam
      with a score of 9.889 out of 15 from 9 ratings.

      JUDGE RATINGS
      CriteriaRankedScore*Raw ScoreMax
      Creativity & Uniqueness27th2.3332.3335
      Technique & Execution5th7.5567.55610
      Overall Score8th9.8899.88915
    • Wendigo
      Minecraft Skin
      95
      30
      4.5k 263 32
      David 10/22/17 8:06 • posted 10/19/17 7:53
    • Ranked 9th for overall jam
      with a score of 9.556 out of 15 from 9 ratings.

      JUDGE RATINGS
      CriteriaRankedScore*Raw ScoreMax
      Creativity & Uniqueness22nd2.5562.5565
      Technique & Execution8th7.0007.00010
      Overall Score9th9.5569.55615
    • Bacon Head Brian
      Minecraft Skin
      67
      25
      2.5k 216 10
      Beanie 10/14/17 7:36
    • Ranked 10th for overall jam
      with a score of 9.222 out of 15 from 9 ratings.

      JUDGE RATINGS
      CriteriaRankedScore*Raw ScoreMax
      Creativity & Uniqueness9th3.1113.1115
      Technique & Execution10th6.1116.11110
      Overall Score10th9.2229.22215

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