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Dewdrops At Dawn - A Mulian Zine @mulianzine.bsky.social · Jul 29

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Dewdrops At Dawn - A Mulian Zine @mulianzine.bsky.social · Jul 29

Mulianists, rejoice! Starting today, our contributors may start sharing their pieces on AO3 and their social media accounts. 🌸

#DewdropsAtDawn #MuLian #TGCF #TianGuanCiFu #HeavenOfficialsBlessing #天官赐福 #慕怜

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Dewdrops At Dawn - A Mulian Zine @mulianzine.bsky.social · Jul 16

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Dewdrops At Dawn - A Mulian Zine @mulianzine.bsky.social · Jul 16

Dewdrops at Dawn is a free digital zine that contains both SFW and NSFW themes. Aside from art and fic, there are also some downloadable goodies.

You can find it here: drive.google.com/file/d/1wRT4...

Dewdrops At Dawn.pdf

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Dewdrops At Dawn - A Mulian Zine @mulianzine.bsky.social · Jul 16

Dewdrops at Dawn is out!

We hope everyone enjoys going through the zine we have put together. We cannot thank all the contributors enough for their hard work and patience! 🌸

More info and the way to access it below ⬇️

#DewdropsAtDawn #MuLian #TGCF #TianGuanCiFu #HeavenOfficialsBlessing #天官赐福 #慕怜

A graphic with a pink background, and a couple of chibi animals: a white cat and a stoat. Above them there’s text that reads “Dewdrops at Dawn”

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Dewdrops At Dawn - A Mulian Zine @mulianzine.bsky.social · Jul 14

Aside from our esteemed graphics mod, a surprise guest artist has participated in the making of some art found inside the zine.

We hope you guys enjoy the final product. 🌸

Dewdrops At Dawn - A Mulian Zine @mulianzine.bsky.social · Jul 14

The wait is almost over!

Dewdrops at Dawn will be released tomorrow, Tuesday 15 July.

In the meantime, take a look at the cover of the zine. 🌸

#DewdropsAtDawn #MuLian #TGCF #TianGuanCiFu #HeavenOfficialsBlessing #天官赐福 #慕怜

A graphic in light pinch hues, with some banners coming down, from which can be seen some cherry blossoms with golden lineart, colored in pink hues. In the center of the cover, surrounded by a minimalist design of pink leaves and a dewdrop, some text reads: “Dewdrops at Dawn. A Mulian Zine”

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Dewdrops At Dawn - A Mulian Zine @mulianzine.bsky.social · Jul 14

Our final contributor spotlight is for the wonderful Marc Morrigan 🌸

#DewdropsAtDawn #MuLian #TGCF #TianGuanCiFu #HeavenOfficialsBlessing #天官赐福 #慕怜

A graphic with some light pink and golden accents and some cherry blossoms. On the left side there’s an icon: Hua Cheng as illustrated by ZeldaCW, peeking from behind a curtain, with a pride flag behind him.
Under that icon, some text reads: “Marc Morrigan. Artist. @marcmorrigan (Tumblr). ‘Certified multishipper and trans agenda advocate here to draw my faves in t4t polycules and pretty outfits. Historical fashion is a huge special interest of mine, so how could I not love Mulian? Special shoutout to Fennel, who wrote the incredibly sweet fic that I had the honor of illustrating!’”.
On the right side, there is a sneak peek of some art depicting a modern AU Mu Qing standing behind Xie Lian, placing a crown on top of Xie Lian’s head. Sticking to the mirror where they’re both reflected in, there are some photos .
On the bottom left, it says “Dewdrops at dawn”, adorned with more cherry blossoms.

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Dewdrops At Dawn - A Mulian Zine @mulianzine.bsky.social · Jun 30

Contributor spotlight of the day is for Vin, one of our writers for the winter section @mushroomvinn.bsky.social 🌸

#DewdropsAtDawn #MuLian #TGCF #TianGuanCiFu #HeavenOfficialsBlessing #天官赐福 #慕怜

A graphic with some light pink and golden accents and some cherry blossoms. On the left side there’s an icon: a photo of a red panda.
Under that icon, some text reads: “Vin. Writer. @mushroomvinn (bsky). ‘I’m really excited to be a part of this zine!’”.
On the right side, there is a sneak peek of some writing:
“He felt a jolt as he recalled something he definitely should have remembered from the beginning. Wasn’t Xuan Zhen the heavenly title of his former servant and friend, Mu Qing?
Xie Lian’s vision went slightly hazy as he gazed at the establishment plaque in disbelief. He stumbled backwards, nearly slipping on the snow
Mu Qing”.
On the bottom left, it says “Dewdrops at dawn”, adorned with more cherry blossoms.

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Dewdrops At Dawn - A Mulian Zine @mulianzine.bsky.social · Jun 25

Our next spotlight is for one of our writers for the winter section, the one and only @syllareads.bsky.social 🌸

#DewdropsAtDawn #MuLian #TGCF #TianGuanCiFu #HeavenOfficialsBlessing #天官赐福 #慕怜

A graphic with some light pink and golden accents and some cherry blossoms. On the left side there’s an icon: a person in cartoon style drinking a cup of tea.
Under that icon, some text reads: “Sylla. Writer. @syllareads (bsky) @syllapoecats (Tiktok/YT). ‘Hi, I’m Sylla! I love reading and writing unhinged and/or sad queer things and making readers suffer <3 If any of that sounds interesting to you, stick around and let yourself get hurt. XOXO’”.
On the right side, there is a sneak peek of some writing:
“Love, the cat yawns, butting her little head against his thumb and Mu Qing thinks about the order he had received, and tries not to shudder. Xie Lian’s eyes stare at him, white as his hair, the barest tinge of pink around the edges, and Mu Qing does not tell him because he does not know how. Instead, they both sit and keep quiet, the cat’s mindless purring their only shared conversation.
When Xie Lian leaves, Mu Qing deposits his little beast onto the pillow next to his head and tries to ignore the plaintive cry (cold!) echoing inside his mind.
He had other magic to dedicate himself to. It is, after all, only proper for a bastard to be commanded by his king”.
On the bottom left, it says “Dewdrops at dawn”, adorned with more cherry blossoms.

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Dewdrops At Dawn - A Mulian Zine @mulianzine.bsky.social · Jun 19

It’s great to introduce you to Irene, one of our dear artists for the winter section. 🌸

#DewdropsAtDawn #MuLian #TGCF #TianGuanCiFu #HeavenOfficialsBlessing #天官赐福 #慕怜

A graphic with some light pink and golden accents and some cherry blossoms. On the left side there’s an icon: A portrait of a person with light colored skin, long brown hair, and glasses, doing a peace sign, against a big flag gradient.
Under that icon, some text reads: “Irene MG. Artist. @ire_mgg (twitter) @ire.mg (IG). ‘Mulian is so dear to me as a hurt/comfort lover. The fact that they hurt each other so much and still found their way back together. I hope to bring this into my contribution and give you all the feels’”.
On the right side, there is a sneak peek of some art with a melancholic atmosphere depicting Mu Qing and Xie Lian, in cool hues, sitting on the ground. Xie Lian has his head on Mu Qing’s shoulder.
On the bottom left, it says “Dewdrops at dawn”, adorned with more cherry blossoms.

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Dewdrops At Dawn - A Mulian Zine @mulianzine.bsky.social · Jun 16

Happy Happa Monday! Here is another sneak peek of what’s in the winter section of the zine. We’d like to thank @happasecs.bsky.social for being a part of it. 🌸

#DewdropsAtDawn #MuLian #TGCF #TianGuanCiFu #HeavenOfficialsBlessing #天官赐福 #慕怜

A graphic with some light pink and golden accents and some cherry blossoms. On the left side there’s an icon: A closeup of a chibi.
Under that icon, some text reads: “Happa. Writer. @happasecs (twitter + bsky). ‘Obnoxiously obsessed with tsunderes. I believe Mulian are both part kitten, part menace’”.
On the right side, there is a sneak peek of some writing:
“Mu Qing’s frown deepened, like a bottomless pit overlooking with grief. The aire was crisp and clear, yet the felt nothing but the stench of death. Today was his funeral.
The surroundings of the Imperial City were nothing like the day he first found himself in front of the entrance, or even like they were yesterday. In one night, everything had changed. He could no longer recognize his home.
Home?
To Mu Qing, home was a person. And when that person was no more, even heaven would become unbearable.”
On the bottom left, it says “Dewdrops at dawn”, adorned with more cherry blossoms.

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Dewdrops At Dawn - A Mulian Zine @mulianzine.bsky.social · Jun 13

Happy weekend! We’re ecstatic to show you Fennel’s writing for the zine. Such a cool winter addition. Pun intended. 🌸

#DewdropsAtDawn #MuLian #TGCF #TianGuanCiFu #HeavenOfficialsBlessing #天官赐福 #慕怜

A graphic with some light pink and golden accents and some cherry blossoms. On the left side there’s an icon: Sha Hualing drawn by Velinxi, against a lesbian flag.
Under that icon, some text reads: “Fennel. Writer. @mingguangsword (twitter). ‘I run on caffeine and rarepairs’”.
On the right side, there is a sneak peek of some writing:
“Together, they stepped past the doors of the theater, into the cold winter night. On their walk to the subway station, Xie Lian watched Mu Qing’s face, his breath steaming in the air, cheeks flushed from the cold. Xie Lian felt his heart rise in his chest slightly, the same way it did at the end of a performance, when the whole audience got on their feet, applauding.
But this was better than any standing ovation. Because Mu Qing wasn’t here for the Sugar Plum Fairy, or for pointed feet and high legs and powerful jumps. As the two of them ducked into the shelter of the empty subway station, Mu Qing led Xie Lian through. The broken turnstile again, saying, ‘we really need to get you a pass that works.’”
On the bottom left, it says “Dewdrops at dawn”, adorned with more cherry blossoms.

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Dewdrops At Dawn - A Mulian Zine @mulianzine.bsky.social · Jun 11

A little sneak peek of what @biancaboop.bsky.social, one of our artists, created for the zine, bringing the coziness to the winter section. 🌸

#DewdropsAtDawn #MuLian #TGCF #TianGuanCiFu #HeavenOfficialsBlessing #天官赐福 #慕怜

A graphic with some light pink and golden accents and some cherry blossoms. On the left side there’s an icon: a cartoon icon of a white cat showing its tongue and one of its paws, against a green background.
Under that icon, some text reads: “Biancaboop. Artist. @biancaboop (bsky). ‘I spent time working on this piece on the coldest days of winter. Now I’m craving some roasted chestnuts’”.
On the right side, there is a sneak peek of some art in soft colors showing Mu Qing, who stares at the person beside him holding a chestnut in their hand.
On the bottom left, it says “Dewdrops at dawn”, adorned with more cherry blossoms.

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Dewdrops At Dawn - A Mulian Zine @mulianzine.bsky.social · Jun 9

Starting the winter section sneak peeks with the lovely art, full of yearning, that Alma created for our Mulian zine 🌸

#DewdropsAtDawn #MuLian #TGCF #TianGuanCiFu #HeavenOfficialsBlessing #天官赐福 #慕怜

A graphic with some light pink and golden accents and some cherry blossoms. On the left side there’s an icon: a closeup of a character playing the flute, as light illuminates them from above.
Under that icon, some text reads: “Alma. Artist. @almyaa_ (twitter). ‘If you could only use one word to define Xie Lian and Mu Qing’s relationship, it’d probably be ‘complicated’, They’ve hurted [sic] each other so much, but they’ve loved each other so much, too. They’re like winter and spring: meant to be, also meant to depart. I worked hard on this piece, and hope you will like it! <3’”.
On the right side, there is a sneak peek of some art in soft warm hues depicting Mu Qing and Xie Lian in opposite sides, seen from the side, with their hands reaching out to each other, standing against the sky.
On the bottom left, it says “Dewdrops at dawn”, adorned with more cherry blossoms.

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Dewdrops At Dawn - A Mulian Zine @mulianzine.bsky.social · Jun 8

Our last contributor for the autumn section is @namelessflower.bsky.social, who has written a truly wonderful story. 🌸

#DewdropsAtDawn #MuLian #TGCF #TianGuanCiFu #HeavenOfficialsBlessing #天官赐福 #慕怜

A graphic with some light pink and golden accents and some cherry blossoms. On the left side there’s an icon of a chibi version of Hua Cheng.
Under that icon, some text reads: “NamelessFlower. Writer. @flowercityism (twitter) @hualianisms (Tumblr) @namelessflower (bsky + AO3). ‘Love of words, stories, yuri/yaoi yearning, angst, catharsis & healing’”.
On the right side, there is a sneak peek of some writing: “The divine statue alone stood as if untouched by the passage of time, its splendor unsullied, unmarred by neither dust nor erosion. The artisan had captured Mu Qing’s likeness perfectly: his graceful beauty the deftness of his hands, the elegant set of his shoulders. Every bit the glorious, magnificent deity.
Xie Lian didn’t know how long he stood there, gazing at the statue, at that beautiful face: at once close enough to touch, and the farthest thing in the world”.
On the bottom left, it says “Dewdrops at dawn”, adorned with more cherry blossoms.

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Dewdrops At Dawn - A Mulian Zine @mulianzine.bsky.social · Jun 7

Take a look at what Sara @swyllh.bsky.social drew for the zine! Isn’t it amazing? 🌸

#DewdropsAtDawn #MuLian #TGCF #TianGuanCiFu #HeavenOfficialsBlessing #天官赐福 #慕怜

A graphic with some light pink and golden accents and some cherry blossoms. On the left side there’s an icon of a digital portrait.
Under that icon, some text reads: “Sara. Artist. @swyllh (bsky + ao3). ‘Mulian scratches a very specific yuri-yaoi part of Sara’s brain’”.
On the right side, there is a sneak peek of some art: two panels are visible, one with a raven, and another one with a silhouette of a person in black robes, with long black hair styled in a ponytail. The art has red lines and some red accents.
On the bottom left, it says “Dewdrops at dawn”, adorned with more cherry blossoms.

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Dewdrops At Dawn - A Mulian Zine @mulianzine.bsky.social · Jun 5

Presenting you a little sneak peek of Mikey’s writing for the zine, who contributed as part of our autumn section. 🌸

#DewdropsAtDawn #MuLian #TGCF #TianGuanCiFu #HeavenOfficialsBlessing #天官赐福 #慕怜

A graphic with some light pink and golden accents and some cherry blossoms. On the left side there’s an icon: a drawing of Mu Qing, inspired by the donghua design, against a dark background.
Under that icon, some text reads: “Mikey. Writer. @bangtanyoonlove (twitter), @mikey_daz (ao3). ‘Wrote one TGCF fic and it went downhill from there’”.
On the right side, there is a sneak peek of some writing:
“‘Xie Lian.’ It was finally Mu Qing who broke the silence first, ending Xie Lian’s dilemma. But then the silence seemed to be close to falling between them once more.
‘A-Qing?’ Xie Lian couldn’t let that happen again. He wanted to reach out, his fingers moments from drumming against the table, just to have something else to do.
‘…I’ll be leaving on a mission soon’.”
On the bottom left, it says “Dewdrops at dawn”, adorned with more cherry blossoms.

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Dewdrops At Dawn - A Mulian Zine @mulianzine.bsky.social · Jun 4

We are so happy to introduce you to Finch @dappledfinch.bsky.social, one of our artists for the autumn section of the zine. 🌸

#DewdropsAtDawn #MuLian #TGCF #TianGuanCiFu #HeavenOfficialsBlessing #天官赐福 #慕怜

A graphic with some light pink and golden accents and some cherry blossoms. On the left side there’s an icon: the portrait of a smiling person with light skin, whose hair is long and sporting a fringe.
Under that icon, some text reads: “Finch. Artist. @dappledfinch (Bsky), @dappledfinchart (Tumblr). ‘I’m a hobby artist with a love for pretty men. Mu Qing did nothing wrong’”.
On the right side, there is a sneak peek of some art
Showing Xie Lian in light-colored and sky blue robes, walking past Mu Qing, wearing black robes with red details. Behind them, there is a tree that’s shedding some leaves, a blue sky and green grasses.
On the bottom left, it says “Dewdrops at dawn”, adorned with more cherry blossoms.

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Dewdrops At Dawn - A Mulian Zine @mulianzine.bsky.social · Jun 2

Next in our autumn lineup is Auxi, one of the cool writers we’re so lucky to have in the Mulian zine. 🌸

#DewdropsAtDawn #MuLian #TGCF #TianGuanCiFu #HeavenOfficialsBlessing #天官赐福 #慕怜

A graphic with some light pink and golden accents and some cherry blossoms. On the left side there’s an icon: digital art of a character with silver white hair and red eyes, smiling to the viewer.
Under that icon, some text reads: “Auxi. Writer. @wxytodawn (Twitter). ‘Hello, I’m Auxi! I’m a writer and I’ve been into TGCF for a bit more than a year. Mulian has a special place in my heart, so I’m happy to be in this project. Thanks for having me!’”.
On the right side, there is a sneak peek of some writing:
“‘The only way to save him, is by making a choice. Give your existence away for his. Erase your own existence from the world. No one will remember you; it will be as if you had never existe. Now, what will you do?’
‘It’s obvious, isn’t it? I’ll sacrifice my existence for him.’
Xie Lian didn’t have to think about it twice. Even if they had their disagreements in the past, he couldn’t let him die. So if he had to give his life, if his existence had to be exchanged in order to save him, he would do so.”
On the bottom left, it says “Dewdrops at dawn”, adorned with more cherry blossoms.

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Dewdrops At Dawn - A Mulian Zine @mulianzine.bsky.social · May 31

Say hi to Ari, @ariowl.bsky.social, who made some sweet autumn-themed merch for the zine. 🌸

#DewdropsAtDawn #MuLian #TGCF #TianGuanCiFu #HeavenOfficialsBlessing #天官赐福 #慕怜

A graphic with some light pink and golden accents and some cherry blossoms. On the left side there’s an icon: a chibi portrait of Mu Qing with glaring glowing eyes, against a dark background.
Under that icon, some text reads: “Ari. Merch artist. @pockermuqing (Twitter), ariowl-arts (Tumblr), @ariowl (Bsky). ‘Been a Mulian lover since I first read the novel –so I’m here to share my appreciation for them’”.
On the right side, there is a sneak peek of some art in soft warm tones depicting Xie Lian happily pressing his cheek against a flustered Mu Qing, each holding a mooncake in their hands.
On the bottom left, it says “Dewdrops at dawn”, adorned with more cherry blossoms.

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Dewdrops At Dawn - A Mulian Zine @mulianzine.bsky.social · May 30

Getting into the autumn section with the tender art created by the amazing a1bern. 🌸

#DewdropsAtDawn #MuLian #TGCF #TianGuanCiFu #HeavenOfficialsBlessing #天官赐福 #慕怜

A graphic with some light pink and golden accents and some cherry blossoms. On the left side there’s an icon: a portrait of a person upside down, smiling, with read hair and light skin.
Under that icon, some text reads: “a1bern. Artist. @a1berrn (Telegram). ‘Mulian is my Roman Empire’”.
On the right side, there is a sneak peek of some art in blues and warm hues, depicting Xie Lian wearing his red earring, smiling with his eyes closed, touching Mu Qing’s hair, as the latter stares at him longingly.
On the bottom left, it says “Dewdrops at dawn”, adorned with more cherry blossoms.

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Dewdrops At Dawn - A Mulian Zine @mulianzine.bsky.social · May 29

Our last artist for the summer section is none other than Yams (@canayams.bsky.social), who made some cool art that irradiates warmth and longing. 🌸

#DewdropsAtDawn #MuLian #TGCF #TianGuanCiFu #HeavenOfficialsBlessing #天官赐福 #慕怜

A graphic with some light pink and golden accents and some cherry blossoms. On the left side there’s an icon: a chibi with brown skin, brown hair and golden eyes.
Under that icon, some text reads: “Yams. Artist. @canayams (bsky) @canayams-art (Tumblr). ‘I am not a serious person. I am simply here to share in the soul-crushing yearning’”.
On the right side, there is a sneak peek, a blurred picture in warm hues depicting Mu Qing in almost muted colors, reaching down for Xie Lian, who is depicted in oranges and reds.
On the bottom left, it says “Dewdrops at dawn”, adorned with more cherry blossoms.

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Dewdrops At Dawn - A Mulian Zine @mulianzine.bsky.social · May 28

Our next summer artist is Erashroom, who gave Mulian a nice happy ending 🌸

#DewdropsAtDawn #MuLian #TGCF #TianGuanCiFu #HeavenOfficialsBlessing #天官赐福 #慕怜

A graphic with some light pink and golden accents and some cherry blossoms. On the left side there’s an icon: a mushroom with a red cap and a white stipe, resembling an amanita, wearing a top hat and a black bowtie.
Under that icon, some text reads: “Erashroom. Artist. @erashroom (IG + Twitter). ‘I thought it would be nice to represent modern Mulian getting married in game, however perhaps the feelings aren’t limited virtually’”.
On the right side, there is a sneak peek, a blurred picture in soft warm hues depicting a smiling Xie Lian in red robes with a happy Mu Qing behind him..
On the bottom left, it says “Dewdrops at dawn”, adorned with more cherry blossoms.

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Dewdrops At Dawn - A Mulian Zine @mulianzine.bsky.social · May 27

Say hi to @auroraversed.bsky.social, one of our artists for the summer section, who brought a lot of color to the season 🌸

#DewdropsAtDawn #MuLian #TGCF #TianGuanCiFu #HeavenOfficialsBlessing #天官赐福 #慕怜

A graphic with some light pink and golden accents and some cherry blossoms. On the left side there’s an icon: a cartoon style portrait of two people, one with white hair, touching the face of another person in black hair. Under that icon, some text reads: “Aurora. Artist. @auroraversed (Bsky), @that-one-ao3-writer (Tumblr). ‘Fengqing>>>Mulian pipeline real. But fr, these idiots started to grow on me so much, I wanted to draw them more!!!’”.
On the right side, there is a sneak peek, a blurred picture in pinks and some color splashes, showing Mu Qing and Xie Lian kissing.
On the bottom left, it says “Dewdrops at dawn”, adorned with more cherry blossoms.

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