Terms of Service

Created: 25 February 2022, 22:04:23 EST
Last updated: 3 November 2024, 11:16:38 EST



 

 

 

 

 

0.0 GENERAL INFO

0.1 WHAT IS THIS DOCUMENT FOR?
0.2 SPECIES INFO

1.0 ADOPTION OF A JELLOCAT/PET

1.1 ADOPTION

2. APPROVING OWNERSHIP
3. DESIGN RULES & RIGHTS

3.0 INSPIRATION FROM CHARACTERS
3.1 CUSTOMS
3.2 MYO + RESELLING/GIFTING
3.3 DESIGNING YOUR MYO
3.4 REDESIGNING
3.5 VOIDING
3.6 ADMINS
3.7 MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS

4. GUEST ARTISTS

4.0 PRICES
4.1 GUEST ARTIST & REQUIREMENTS
4.2 GUEST ARTISTS
4.3 OFFICIAL ARTISTS
4.4 FAQ

5. PAYMENT - TYPES OF PAYMENT

5.1 PAYING
5.2 AUCTIONS
5.3 FLATSALES
5.4 TRADING, TRANSFERS, AND RESALE

6. BANNING & HATE

6.1 HARASSMENT
6.2 BLACKLIST

 

 

0.0 General Info

0.1 What is this document for?

  • Purpose: This document outlines the official rules for participating in the Jellocat Species community, which includes various platforms such as groups, websites, and events associated with the species.
  • Scope: The rules apply to all areas and interactions related to the Jellocat species, including owning Jellocats, subspecies, or Jellopets.
  • Agreement: By participating in the community (such as owning a Jellocat), you automatically agree to abide by these terms.
  • NFT Prohibition: Selling Jellocats as NFTs (non-fungible tokens) is strictly forbidden and will result in a permanent ban.
  • Updates: The Terms of Service may be updated over time.

 

0.2 Species Info

Species Info:

Website:

Discord & Toyhou.se:

Breeding Guide:

Custom & MYO Prices:

 

1.0 Adoption of a Jellocat/Pet

1.1 Adoption

Jellocat Species as a Closed Species

  • Closed Species: Jellocats are a closed species created by TaNa-Jo (on DeviantArt). This means you cannot create your own Jellocat without explicit permission.
  • Unauthorized Creations: If you create a Jellocat or a similar design without approval, you will be banned and blacklisted from participating in any Jellocat-related activities or platforms (e.g., DeviantArt Group, Lorekeeper, Discord, etc.).

How to Obtain a Jellocat:
You can obtain an official Jellocat through the following methods:

  • Auctions
  • Flat-sales
  • Gifts
  • Events
  • MYO (Make Your Own) Slots
  • Customs
  • Trades

Jellocats are typically sold on DeviantArt, CARA, Toyhou.se and sometimes on Twitter. It’s important to verify that the Jellocat design you’re adopting is officially approved to avoid issues.

 

Ownership Rules

Once you pay for a Jellocat, you fully own its design, not the species.

As the owner, you can:

  • Edit the design and its traits.
  • Participate in community events and purchase upgrades in the shop/market.

 

Restrictions for Jellocat Owners

You are NOT allowed to:

  • Claim that you created the Jellocat’s design unless you are the original creator.
  • Claim ownership of the Jellocat species.
  • Use the Jellocat for commercial purposes (e.g., selling merchandise or using it for profit).
  • Make copies of the design and sell them.
  • Trace the design.

 

Consequences for Violating the T.O.S.

Ignoring these rules can lead to:

  • Warnings, strikes, or a ban on your Jellocat and your user account.
  • Your username and aliases being blacklisted from the community.

In short, when you adopt a Jellocat, you agree to follow the community rules and not misuse the design or the species.

 

2. Approving Ownership

All Jellocats, subspecies and pets are registered at our masterlist: 

 

3. Design Rules & Rights

3.0 Inspiration from characters:

As a Jellocat owner, you're allowed to take inspiration from existing, copyrighted characters when editing or designing your Jellocat, but there are important rules to follow:

  • Originality is Key: While you can use ideas from existing characters, make sure your design isn’t too similar to avoid copyright issues.
  • Show Us: If you're unsure whether your design is too close to the original character, feel free to share it with the community or moderators for feedback and approval.

This helps protect both the integrity of the Jellocat species and respect for existing intellectual property.


Inspiration vs copying - Jellocat Species

Source: https://www.deviantart.com/tana-jo/art/Inspiration-vs-copying-Jellocat-Species-919822567 

 

3.1 Customs

Authorized Commission Creators:
Only TaNa-Jo, Admins, and Official Artists are permitted to take on custom commissions for Jellocats.

Custom Character Guidelines:

  • Customs can be based on characters you’ve created, as long as the character does not belong to another closed species (unless you have explicit permission and can provide proof).
  • Copies of copyrighted characters are prohibited. However, you are allowed to take inspiration from existing characters.
  • If your custom design is inspired by a copyrighted character, you must show it for approval beforehand to ensure it complies with the rules.
    • Official Artists receive 80% of the revenue from their custom commissions.
    • TaNa-Jo receives the remaining 20%.

 

3.2 MYO

What is MYO?
MYO stands for Make Your Own, allowing you to create your own Jellocat using a ticket.

How to Obtain MYO Tickets:
You can acquire MYO tickets through the following methods:

  • Purchase with DeviantArt points, money, or Jello blocks (the community's in-game currency earned through art rewards).
  • Win tickets during events or find them in free MYO events on rare occasions.

Where to Purchase MYO Tickets:
You can buy MYO tickets at this link: Purchase an MYO Ticket.

How to Earn MYO Tickets:
You can also earn a ticket by submitting fan art to the community and buying a ticket with Jello blocks, DeviantArt points, or money.
Learn more about Jello blocks and how to earn them here: Jello Blocks Info.

Artists Involved in MYO Creation:

  • Admins and Official Artists are the ones who will draw your MYO Jellocat after you purchase the ticket.
    Guest Artists are not authorized to draw MYOs.
    Note: Official Artists are part of the team indefinitely, with no restrictions on making adoptables, while Guest Artists have limited involvement.

Restrictions:

  • Banned individuals are prohibited from purchasing MYO tickets.

These rules ensure a clear process for creating and purchasing custom Jellocats using the MYO system.

 

MYO Reselling/Gifting:

1. Reselling Purchased Adopts, Customs, and MYOs:

  • You can resell Jellocats, Adopts, Customs, or MYO slots you purchased.
  • You may resell them for the same resource and price you originally paid.
    • Example: If you bought a Jellocat for points, you can only resell it for points.
  • If your Jellocat or MYO comes with additional art content, you can charge more than the original purchase price to reflect the value of the extra artwork.
    • You decide how much to charge for the additional art.

2. Value of 0€ Adopts and Gifts:

  • For MYO or Adopts that were given as gifts or have an original value of 0€, the design itself retains 0€ value even if additional art has been created.
  • However, you can still charge for the additional art while keeping the base design's value at 0€.
    • Example: The Jellocat design is 0€, but you may ask for money or points for the extra artwork included.

3. Reselling MYO Tickets:

  • You may only resell MYO Tickets for the same resource you used to purchase them.
    • Example: If you bought an MYO Ticket with DeviantArt points, you can only resell it for DeviantArt points.

4. Restrictions on MYOs and Jellocats Won in Events:

  • MYO slots or Jellocats won in events (not purchased) are valued at 0€, meaning they cannot be sold.
  • You can gift them after receiving approval from an admin.

5. Special Rules for FTO (First-Time Owner) Events:

  • MYOs won in FTO Events (for first-time owners) may only be gifted to people who:
    • Have not participated in the same FTO event.
    • Are First-Time Owners (FTOs) and have not owned a Jellocat before.

These guidelines ensure transparency in reselling and gifting within the Jellocat community and help maintain fairness, especially for MYOs and event prizes.

 

3.3 Designing your MYO

When using an MYO (Make Your Own) Ticket to create a Jellocat, please follow these guidelines:

1. Avoid Copyrighted Designs:

  • Your design must not be based on copyrighted characters or material.
  • Aim to create a unique and original design to prevent any disputes or issues within the community.

2. No Copying Other Jellocats:

  • Do not base your MYO on an existing Jellocat design unless:
    • You own that Jellocat, or you created it yourself with another MYO ticket.

3. Official Artist and Admin Commissions:

  • If you're unsure about creating a design yourself, you can commission one of the Official Artists or Admins to design your MYO Jellocat for you.
  • Design Must Be Colored:
  • The Jellocat design you create using the MYO ticket must include color as part of the finalized design.

These guidelines ensure the uniqueness of Jellocat designs while respecting other community members and avoiding any copyright infringements.

 

3.4 Redesigning

You can redesign your Jellocat, but please follow these rules:

Redesign Guidelines:

  • Redesigning does NOT mean creating a completely new Jellocat; it should look similar to the original.
  • You may make minor color changes and remove traits for free.
  • You can swap traits within the same rarity without cost.

Trait Changes:

  • Common traits can be changed for free.
  • For other trait changes, you must purchase a single trait upgrade ticket.
  • To add a new trait, buy the corresponding rarity ticket.

Masterlist Updates:

  • State any changes on the masterlist upon completion, including color alterations and trait swaps.

Approval Process:

  • Show all changes to admins before uploading your redesign. Uploading unapproved changes may lead to issues.

 

3.5 Voiding

Voiding allows you to "delete" your Jellocat design so that no one else can use it. Here are the key points to consider:

One-Time Decision:

  • Voiding is a permanent choice associated with the Jellocat's registration number.
  • Voided Jellocats will remain in the masterlist but cannot be used again.

Restrictions on Voided Jellocats:

  • Voided Jellocats cannot be reintroduced to the community using an MYO ticket.
  • They cannot be called "Jellocats" anymore.
  • Cloned designs are not allowed.

Permission Required:

  • You must request permission to void Guest Designs and Official Designs.

Alternative Options:

  • Before voiding, consider these alternatives:
  • Gift your Jellocat to someone else.
  • Return the Jellocat to the group for use as a prize in future events (value of 0; cannot be resold).
  • Sell your Jellocat for the same resource you originally purchased it with.

Creatures and Species:

  • Voided Jellocats may be transformed into another creature or species if permitted by the owner of that species.

 

3.6 admins

0. Prices: https://www.jellocats.club/info/price-list
1. Age Requirement: You must be 18 years old and have a PayPal account to sell for several reasons: 

  • Legal Responsibility: Adults can enter into contracts and handle legal obligations related to community management.
  • Maturity: Managing a community requires maturity and experience in conflict resolution and leadership.
  • Community Safety: Adults are better equipped to ensure a safe environment and handle sensitive situations.
  • Financial Transactions: Managing sales and payments legally requires an understanding of financial practices.
  • Platform Compliance: Many online platforms restrict certain actions to users aged 18 or older, ensuring adherence to policies.

2. Official Artists+Admins can take custom commissions (see section 3.1).
3. Selling Jellocats: No limit on how many Jellocats + traits you can sell or create. Masterlist registration is required!
4. Selling Jellopets: No limit on the number of Jellopets + traits you can sell. Masterlist registration is required!
5. Keep 100 % of the profit from Jellopets.
6. 20 % of sales from ADOPTS goes to TaNa-Jo. Pets excluded; you keep 100 %.
7. Admins are searched for only in official announcements or you are personally contacted.

 

3.7 Members & Non-members

  • You CAN sell YCH drawings & take YCH commissions, but only official/approved Jellocats & Make nerp adopts. You keep the profit 100 %.
  • You may create a pay to use base / free to use base and keep the profit.
  • You can offer & take commissions to draw existing, approved Jellocats & keep the profit.
  • You may take part in our community, discord, events, and website!

 

4. Guest Artists

4.0 Prices:

4.1 Guest Artist Requirements

Guest artists are invited artists that have the allowance to create several designs and sell them. We do not allow NFTs!

There are different rarities:
Bullet; Green Common | Bullet; Blue Uncommon | Bullet; Purple Rare | Bullet; Pink Legendary | Bullet; Yellow Mutation | Bullet; Orange Event

Requirements/Rules:
1. You must have PayPal. It is not our responsibility to who holds the PayPal account, but most countries require 18 years of legal age.
2. Accounts that are at least 3 months old.
3. You successfully can sell adopts and have experience + some art skills
4. An account at our Lorekeeper website & join our discord server for approval of designs
5. Following species traits and TOS/Rules
6. Active during your month of being a guest artist
7. You may apply in our discord server #applications (Applying does not mean you will be chosen as a Guest Artist.).
8. Guest Artists must not take custom commissions.
9. Guest Artists may create a Jellocat out of MYO Tickets. (Their terms and prices apply.)
10. Please do NOT use bases from others to submit a Guest Design. You may use a base you have made yourself only.

  • The difference between official artist and guest artists is that official artists are part of the team for an unlimited period of time without adopt making limitations.
    Guest artists have a limitation on how many Jellocats they may design and sell.

 

4.2 Guest Artists

How many Jellocats and Jello pets am I allowed to sell as a Guest Artist?

1. You need to submit the adopts in a BATCH only.
2. 5 Jellocats + 5 Jello pets (Faemith, Jelloworms and other pets). [All must be in the form of a batch pets and cats can be separate]
3. No limit on rarity for Jellocats and pets! You keep 100 % profit for pets!
4. 20 % going to TaNa-Jo in your currency as it will aromatically convert to euro. (tara.private@t-online.de)
5. After completing a jellocat batch, please ask for a MYO ticket of choice.

 

4.3 official artists

1. This status comes with an invite-only.
2. Official Artists may take custom commissions. See 3.1
3. There is no limitation on how many Jellocats/pets you can design. You may make your own Jellocat. You keep 100 % profit for pets!
4. For all official artist adopt/custom sales 20 % going to TaNa-Jo .

 

4.4 FAQ:

What currency/points?
100 points = 1 euro. You may use USD, Points, or Euros. Use the commission widget to convert points into money.

Is it sold for a flat price or auctioned?
You can choose either option.

What will I earn?
You keep 80%, while 20% goes to TaNa-Jo via PayPal in Euros.

Where will it be posted?
Submit it to your DeviantArt gallery and the ADOPTS folder in the group. You can also post it in other groups and pages/social media. Please submit your adopts in a batch, either combining Jellocats and pets or splitting them into two batches.

What defines rarity?
Rarity is determined by traits. For example, if a Jellocat has mostly common traits but one rare trait, it is considered rare.

Am I allowed to add character and history to design things like broken horns, scars, hair, etc?
Yes, you are allowed to add those elements.

 

5. Payment - Types of Payment

5.1 Paying

Jellocats are sold in DeviantArt points and Euros. Guest artists may use set USD prices (see 4.4).

  • Use a currency converter tool if needed.
  • Payment plans are allowed if both parties agree.
  • You will receive the Jellocat after full payment.
  • For points, use the commission widget or shop function on DeviantArt.
  • Payment must be made within 24 hours to 1 week unless otherwise agreed.
  • No payment plans for MYO Slots/items.
  • Note that not everyone will do this. arguing with a mod about this may get you a strike.

Refund Policy:
Refunds are not given unless there is a valid reason.

 

5.2 Auctions

  • Only bid if you have the funds. Auctions are held for DeviantArt points and money.
  • If you win, you'll be contacted via chat or note.
  • You can remove your bid if you are not the highest bidder.
  • Dropping out as the highest bidder results in a strike.
  • Failure to pay within the artist's time frame (usually 24-48 hours) results in a strike.
  • If the highest bidder drops out, the second-highest bidder wins.
  • Offensive comments against other bidders are not tolerated.
  • Holds are allowed, but you must follow the agreed timeframe or risk a strike.

 

5.3 Flatsales

Flatsales are available in points and real money.

  • First come, first served.
  • Dropping out follows the same rules as auctions, and the adopt will be relisted.
  • Payment must be made within the specified time limit.
  • Holds are allowed, but you must stick to the agreed timeframe, or you risk a strike.

 

5.4 Trading, Transfers, and Resale

  • Trading/Transferring: Jellocats can be traded or transferred via Lorekeeper or by notifying admins.
  • DeviantArt masterlist: Inactive since March 2022, due to the move to Lorekeeper.
  • Notify a mod before selling, trading, or gifting Jellocat MYOs, designs, or items.

 

MYO Slot Guidelines:

Earned via trade/prize/gift:

  • Valued at 0; cannot be resold for money or points.
  • Can be gifted or traded for art/designs.

  • Earned via shop for Jelloblocks:

    • Cannot be resold for money or points.
    • Can be traded for art, designs, Jelloblocks, or other currency.

  • Bought with money/points: Can be gifted, traded, or sold for art, designs, Jelloblocks, money, or DA points.

Design/Adopt Guidelines:

Earned via trade/prize/gift:

  • Valued at 0; can only be traded or gifted for art/designs.

Earned via shop for Jelloblocks:

  • Cannot be resold for money or points.
  • Can be gifted or traded for art, designs, Jelloblocks, or other currency.

Bought with money/points:

  • Can be traded, gifted, or sold for art, designs, Jelloblocks, or money.

MYOs won from events: Account-bound and cannot be traded or resold.
Value 0 Jellocats: Can gain value with additional art, up to your discretion.

 

Item Guidelines:

Earned via trade/prize/gift: Valued at 0; can only be traded or gifted for art/designs.

Earned via shop for Jelloblocks: Cannot be resold for money or points but can be traded for art, designs, or Jelloblocks.

Bought with money/points: Can be traded or sold for art, designs, Jelloblocks, or money.

Event trait potions: Account-bound and cannot be traded or sold.

Currency (Jelloblocks & Swirlberries): Cannot be sold or traded, only gifted to other users.

  • Jellocats can be traded or transferred for free between members via Lorekeeper or by notifying admins.
  • The DeviantArt masterlist has been inactive since the move to Lorekeeper in March 2022.

Resale, trade, and gifting guidelines for Jellocats, MYOs, and trait items must be followed.

 

6. Banning & mistreatment

6.1 Harassment

If you witness or experience harassment, contact the group admins with proof. Harassing others can result in a strike.

  • White knighting (speaking on behalf of admins) is not allowed and may lead to a strike.
  • Do not harass others for offbranding—simply notify admins.
  • For non-Jellocat-related issues, report the person to DeviantArt directly.

 

6.2 Blacklist:

  1. Lorekeeper Blacklist: https://www.jellocats.club/info/Blacklist 

You can receive 1 strike for certain offenses; 3 strikes lead to blacklisting. Some actions result in immediate banning.

  • Bannable offences include:
  • Off branding Jellocats
  • Racism, homophobia, or transphobia
  • Scamming
  • Serious mistreatment of staff or members

Strike offenses include:

  • Rude behavior
  • Ignoring the T.O.S. after a warning
  • Failing to pay after winning an auction or backing out of an auction/trade
  • Repeatedly causing drama or not following through on offers
  • Payment plan failures or habitual issues may lead to strikes.

Gifted or rewarded cats can be revoked if a user is banned. If already owned for months, the cat becomes voided.


Blacklisting cannot be undone. You can still re-sell your Jellocat. You are not allowed to take part in any events/activities anymore. Blacklisting is used for protecting people.