An Event that isn't a Screenshot Contest

[Lyrinn]

At the very least, I feel that the screenshot contests being coupled with the in-game seasonal events is important as that allows for a large amount of players to take part in.
However, it's definitely a good idea to mix it up and we have been discussing this internally as well. Just wanted to let you know that we are thinking about this.

Including as many people in these contests is nice, but variety allows for some amazing jaw-dropping works that screenshots simply don't. I can't compose; I can't draw well; I'm no good at writing fanfics; I can't cosplay; I can't craft, but I get excited any time I see other people's talents produce something great.

A couple of recent examples that were posted on Reddit:

Credit: http://www.reddit.com//user/enhwa



Credit: http://www.reddit.com/user/Kaomarston



I'm sure I'm not alone when I say that, even though I may not be able to participate in those sort of contests, I would absolutely enjoy watching the submissions just as I enjoy poring over many of the amazing screenshots people take.

[Riko_Futatabi]

Including as many people in these contests is nice, but variety allows for some amazing jaw-dropping works that screenshots simply don't. I can't compose; I can't draw well; I'm no good at writing fanfics; I can't cosplay; I can't craft, but I get excited any time I see other people's talents produce something great.

A couple of recent examples that were posted on Reddit:

Credit: http://www.reddit.com//user/enhwa



Credit: http://www.reddit.com/user/Kaomarston



I'm sure I'm not alone when I say that, even though I may not be able to participate in those sort of contests, I would absolutely enjoy watching the submissions just as I enjoy poring over many of the amazing screenshots people take.

OMG I HAVE TO RESPOND TO THIS IN CAPS LOL - "JOLLY CO-OPERATION" I LOVE IT

[Mychael]

Including as many people in these contests is nice, but variety allows for some amazing jaw-dropping works that screenshots simply don't. I can't compose; I can't draw well; I'm no good at writing fanfics; I can't cosplay; I can't craft, but I get excited any time I see other people's talents produce something great.

You're definitely not alone. I have a meager amount of artistic ability (at best!), but I loved scrolling through the events during 1.0.

For those of you that weren't with us, check them out:
http://forum.square-enix.com/ffxiv/f...32-Past-Events

If you don't think non-screenshot events can be accessible, check out the Chocobos Rule the World thread(s). While there's a great deal of effort in all of them, the submissions ranged from cooking to sketching, graphic design to sewing, needle art, sculpting--I could continue.