Stella Aurea: A Mel Fanzine ✨ Creation!
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An unofficial, for-charity fanzine dedicated to the brightest star in Runeterra, Mel Medarda! ✨💫 ✧ Status: Creation Period! https://melzine.carrd.co/
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✨ THANK YOU EVENING DAY! 💫

This November 6th, join us in celebrating the birthday of Mel and Ambessa's wonderful character designer, @/eveningmonteiro (TWT), for #ThankYouEvening Day! 💙✨

↪ Read the thread below on more details on how to participate! 💫
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I come bearing fantastic news! Preorders for Legacy of Zaun: A Vanco Zine have been EXTENDED until October 18th, 2025 at 11:59 PM PST!!

For more details, check out the full 🧵 below! ⬇️🐺♥🧪

#Vanco #ZaunDads #Arcane
A tattered piece of paper with the zine logo stamped on it is tacked onto a wooden wall, surrounded by banners and various papers with doodles on them, while confetti falls from the sky. The text in the top left reads "To blisters and bedrock!". The main text reads "Preorders are now extended, September 8-October 18" in all caps, with the sub caption "A fan anthology of art and writing dedicated to the romantic relationship between Silco and Vander". Next to it is an illustration of a sparkling golden champagne flute, with text below it reading "The greatest thing we can do in life is find the power to forgive!"
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Small update! Now that I've gotten a little settled from my move my etsy shop is back up!

💗 Shop here: sapphicsparkles.etsy.com 💗

[ #arcane | #starwars ]
Front side of Arcane double sided character charms of Viktor, Jayce, Vander, Caitlyn, Vi, Jinx, Isha, Steb, Maddie, Ambessa, Ekko, Mel, Sevika, and Lest from season 1 on a pink and blue background photo of mini acrylic charms of Star Wars characters from Ahsoka, The Clone Wars, and Thrawn: 

Ahsoka Tano
Sabine Wren
Hera Syndulla
Huyang
Shin Hati
Morgan Elsbeth
Baylan Skoll
Marrok
Anakin Skywalker
Obi-Wan Kenobi
Captain Rex
Commander Cody
Thrawn
Eli Vanto
Ar'alani Heart shaped sticker of Sabine Wren and Shin Hati with lightsabers crossed and glaring at each other Chibi stickers of The Armorer and Bo-Katan one version with her helmet off and one with it on while holding the darksaber, set on a background of a lesbian flag
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CONTRIBUTOR SPOTLIGHT 🌟✨

Let's have a toast for @pearlsw.bsky.social! 💫✨

With their brilliant use of lighting, the Soul's Reflection will for sure shine bright in Raccoon's piece. Look forward to a scene of Mel enjoying a day out with the Hound of the Underground! 💛
CONTRIBUTOR SPOTLIGHT

Page and Merch Artist: Pearl See

Contributor Bio: I love Mel because I think I would have needed a character like her as a child. A woman who is powerful and magical and cheeky and intelligent who's story does not revolve around a trope. And obviously also because she is super pretty.
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🗓️INTEREST CHECK NOW OPEN!🗓️

It was marked on our calendar so that must mean that today is indeed the day - that's right, it's time for our INTEREST CHECK!

We've got a ton of questions for YOU to help us shape this project. Let us know what you think!

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arcane calendar interest check is here - multicolored text on a yellow checkered background
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For anyone not familiar, Evening has been fighting for Black and trans voices from day one. They have designed so many of our favs (Mel, Ambessa, Viktor) and it’s time they get some of the love they deserve. Please share the post directly from the Mel Zine account and spread the word ‼️💘✨ #arcane
A screenshot of a tweet from Evening Monteiro, the person who designed multiple Arcane characters, that says: How the fuck are you an arcane fan and transphobic? We definitely did NOT make that show for you.
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You can also view our visual guide to avoid whitewashing Mel in any works you share.

We look forward to seeing you all celebrate with us! #melmedarda#arcane

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In celebration of #MelWeek2025 this month, we're offering our Mel Visual Guidebook for those participating in @melmedardaweek.bsky.social! 🌟

The guide was created by our Art Mod, @sapphicsparkles.bsky.social, and we hope you all find it helpful. 🥰 #melmedarda#arcane

tinyurl.com/melguidebook
The image depicts various models of Mel Medarda - from bust to fullbody - to display her skintone with notes about her features such as the natural freckles she has. The image depicts Mel in various types of lightning, showcasing how she is still depicted as a dark-skinned black woman despite the changes in environment.
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As a thank you for helping to bring these beautiful, black female characters to life, we want to show how much we as fans appreciate their talent!

Remember to use #ThankYouEvening on your posts! 🌟✨
This November 6th, join us in celebrating the birthday of Evening Monteiro - the illustrious illustrator behind Mel and Ambessa Medarda! As a thank you for helping to bring these beautiful, black female characters to life, how outspoken they’ve been against the whitewashing of black characters in the fandom, and more, we want to show how much we as fans appreciate their talent!

How can you participate?
- We encourage fans to share notes of appreciation about Evening’s work - whether it’s sharing how much characters they’ve been involved in designing mean to you, how you’ve been influenced by their work, and more.
- Feel free to share art of characters they’ve designed - from your personal doodles and sketches to fully completed pieces - so Evening can see them in a variety of styles!

Important things to remember:
- We ask that participants be mindful and respectful of what they tag Evening directly in; NSFW and/or highly triggering content is not allowed.
- Absolutely NO whitewashing. There are multiple resources available regarding drawing black skintones, including by our team.
- Please remember that Evening’s pronouns are They/Them.

Remember that all posts should include the hashtag #ThankYouEvening so they can be easily found.

We look forward to celebrating their birthday with you all!
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✨ THANK YOU EVENING DAY! 💫

This November 6th, join us in celebrating the birthday of Mel and Ambessa's wonderful character designer, @/eveningmonteiro (TWT), for #ThankYouEvening Day! 💙✨

↪ Read the thread below on more details on how to participate! 💫
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tot-mjvweek.bsky.social
Big sorry! I've been miscounting severely over the past few days.

#trickortreatmjvween starts Oct 3rd. Which is 2 days away. Sorry for the confusion.

Tumblr |Carrd |Rules |Prompts | Ao3 |

#mjvween | #trickortreatmjvween | #arcane | #mjv | #meljayvik
Halloween themed graphic card that reads "2 days til Trick or Treat MJVween"
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CONTRIBUTOR SPOTLIGHT 🌟✨

Our luminious star for today is @/gcldquartz (TWT)! 💫✨

Pinchable cheeks and cute, chunky ears are trademarks of Quartz's adorable chibis. We're thrilled that they will be bringing their lovable style to our merch lineup and know you will be too! 💛
CONTRIBUTOR SPOTLIGHT

Merch Artist: Quartz

Contributor Bio: There is always more to the eye than we can see with Mel and that is something I appreciated right from the start and still do whenever we learn new bits and pieces of her. Just the right amount of mysterious to lure me in. Her upbringing, her family, how big her heart is and how much of her rebellion (against her mother) is rooted in that. That she is much more than just a politician. Her relationship with her mother and how difficult it is to not meet your mothers expectations yet be all she sees. The complicated back and forth. How it hurts deep down to be a mothers daughter at times. But despite all the hardships she stays true to herself. She doesn't lose her empathy, doesn't think of herself as weak but instead sees strength in it. Also love me some gold!
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CONTRIBUTOR SPOTLIGHT 🌟✨

Today we're spotlighting our very own Finance and Production mod, @feeplings.bsky.social! 💫✨

Their soft style will be perfect for our tender-hearted councilor. Look forward to their piece of Mel enjoying an enchanting night in Piltover! 💛
CONTRIBUTOR SPOTLIGHT

Page Artist: feeplings

Contributor Bio: she is so pretty and strong...
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Just a few more hours to go before #MeljayWeek starts! 🍂

You are welcome to share all kind of works from fanart to fanfiction, as well as edits, polls and moodboards.

Use the tags #MeljayWeek or #MeljayFallInLoveWeek to share your creation with other Meljay enjoyers.
A cutout image of Mel Medarda and Jayce Talis. Jayce rests his head in Mels lap.

Above it the image it says:
Meljay Fall In Love
September 25th - October 1st
1 Day To Go
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CONTRIBUTOR SPOTLIGHT 🌟✨

Lets shine a light on @kiboutie.bsky.social! 💫✨

Kiboutie's eloquent writing will be perfect for transporting you into the bright beginnings of not only Hextech, but Mel and Jayce's relationship. Get ready to be swept off your feet when you read their piece! 💛
CONTRIBUTOR SPOTLIGHT

Writer: Kiboutie

Contributor Bio: Smart, talented, BEAUTIFUL!!! A complete package!!
Mel is one of my favourite characters in Arcane and I'm so excited to be a part of this project celebrating her!
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We are this close to falling in love with #Meljay this fall. 🍂

Everyone get their blankets out and their tea cooking. Time to cozy up. ☕️

Two more days until #MeljayWeek!
A cutout image of Mel Medarda and Jayce Talis. Mel leans her forehead against Jayces back as they stand together.

Above it the image it says:
Meljay Fall In Love
September 25th - October 1st
3 Days To Go
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OMG MY SHAYLA 😭 #melmedarda #arcane
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✨ CHECK-IN 1 PREVIEWS! 💫

Enjoy a look at the magic happening behind the scenes within Stella Aurea! 💫

💛 Don't miss out on more exclusive sneak peeks by subscribing to the zine's newsletter via our carrd: melzine.carrd.co
Stella Aurea is a SFW, for-charity fanzine that seeks to celebrate the life and legacy of Runeterra's brightest star, Mel Medarda! We're showing off previews from our first check-in!

The image depicts gold detailing similar to Mel Medarda's tattoos and sigils. The detailing and logo also blends design elements of her magic while also having a warm golden hue to invoke the feeling of the sun. There are six images showing close-up sketches of Mel for page art and merchandise.

There is an 'A sneak peek of Check-in 1' line in the upper left corner.
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CONTRIBUTOR SPOTLIGHT 🌟✨

The arcane stirs within @giselledoodles.bsky.social! 💫✨

We couldn't have 'the' Mel Zine without the magical whimsy of Giselle's work as part of it! Their use of beautiful, bright colors will radiate the page! 💛
CONTRIBUTOR SPOTLIGHT

Page Artist: Giselle

Contributor Bio: Quite literally probably the most beautiful animated character ever made, love that she's involved in more than just P/Z so we get to continue following her journey in the future, and I love being a menace on her in game.
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CONTRIBUTOR SPOTLIGHT 🌟✨

Today we're highlighting @/thousand-winters (TU)! 💫✨

Thousand Springs poetic way of words does justice to the many layers hidden behind Piltover's luminous councilor. Their piece will be a worthy addition that will leave you asking for more! 💛
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Writer: Thousand Springs

Contributor Bio: I love the contrasts that define her. Her stubbornness in her ideals, seeking every way in which she can remain true to herself and her beliefs, and at the same time, her capacity for change and the way in which she doesn't refuse the notion that she has to adapt. The shields she puts around herself, while still unable to stop being loving and caring about others even to her own detriment. She's clever and strong, but she's also gentle and idealistic. There's so many layers to her that still hold one truth: how compassionate she is, and how that reflects in her desire for peace more than anything else.
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Jayce needs your help planning his surprise date for Mel. You should head over to Twitter and vote in his super duper secret surprise poll so #Meljay can have a wonderful date! 🔽

#MeljayWeek #MeljayFallInLoveWeek
An image that is framed by the words "Meljay Fall In Love". At the center of the image are cutouts of Mel Medarda and Jayce Talis. Above their heads it says "Jayces super duper secret surprise poll". There is text on Mels face and it says "Shhhhh... Mel can't find out!"
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CONTRIBUTOR SPOTLIGHT 🌟✨

Let's give a warm welcome to @hexdyke.bsky.social! 💫✨

Maddie will be giving us a peek into the sweeter moments of Mel's childhood. Their adorable style has captured our hearts and will capture yours too! 💛
CONTRIBUTOR SPOTLIGHT

Page Artist: Maddie

Contributor Bio: I love how complex her character is, specifically the battle between hard and soft within her.
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Don't forget to send Riot a mail and make yourself heard. In the meantime we will put even more love into creating for #MeljayWeek.

Let's show Youtooz how it's properly done with love, respect, and a sprinkle of pumpkin spice. 🍂🌿

Jayce should be done plotting soon enough! 🤔
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Ways we can try to reach out to Riot about Youtooz's racist marketing:

- merch.riotgames.com/en-us/: Riot sells Youtooz figures directly on their merch store. At the bottom of the site, there is a contact form - send them your feedback!

An email: [email protected]