I Want to Know That! Monoka Kingdom Q&A (Important Announcement Included)

Theme Announcement—has it already been three days?

There are things I thought, "That's it!" and things you all have asked, "What about this?" so I thought I'd summarize them. Also, I've created a magazine for the entry works.Please use it to check your own entry and to read for judging. I'll include this Q&A in it as well.

Articles not included here (↑) will not be considered entries. I am adding them as I go, but a common mistake is misspelling the hashtag.

Correct | #MonokaKingdom2025
Incorrect | #MonokakiKingdom2025, #MonokaKingtam2025 etc.

By the way, the current number of entries is 33. I don't know how it will end up (as I mentioned last time), but please start reading now. If you let them pile up, you surely won't be able to read them all.

Monoka Kingdom is a "write and judge" competition, if you don't vote, you will be disqualified.Every year, we have a very high (over 98 percent) voting rate. Thank you!

Also, Shiina Otowa-san posted this on X.

Yes, as I wrote briefly last time, the comment sections for the entry works actually get quite lively.

Sometimes they are articles written with all one's heart. Perhaps there is a sense of unity among those who wrote on the same theme. People you don't usually meet. It's a great opportunity to discover, "Oh, there are such interesting writers out there!"I would be happy if you could enjoy that aspect as well. Now, for the Q&A.

Q. What happens if I don't judge (vote)?

Even if you were to win or place (even if you received enough votes), you will be excluded. This competition is a "write and judge" contest. Please be sure to read other people's work and vote. I apologize for the trouble, but thank you for your cooperation.

Q. Are you saying I have to read all of those works?

Yes. However, how you read them is up to you. Of course, it is desirable to read them carefully and consider them deeply, but if your eyes "slide over" them, it is not your fault. In any case, please take a look at them at least once.

Q. Can I participate even if I'm not a member of the Writing Club?

Of course. While the organizer is Kotobato, it has nothing to do with our membership 'Writing Club'. There is no advantage to being a member. Participation from non-members is very welcome! I hope this becomes a competition for everyone who loves writing on note.

Q. Can I add the tag to a past article and enter it?

No, you cannot. Please repost it within the entry period. Personally, I would prefer new work (as the judges will have a sense of déjà vu). However, since that cannot be determined, if you are going to remake it, please repost it.

Q. Can I enter multiple works?

No, you cannot. You can write as many as you like during the period, but please make sure to narrow it down to just one at the end (please delete the hashtags from any works other than your entry). We may reach out to you, but in the worst case, you could be disqualified.

Q. I went over the character limit... am I disqualified?

No. The rule is 'a maximum of around 1,500 characters,' so as long as it is within reasonable limits, it is fine. However, if it is too long, the judges might wonder, 'Is this really 1,500 characters?' and it could work against you. It is the same as in comedy award competitions.

I will add more if there are any other questions. The competition has only just begun. I look forward to your passionate works. There is also this article, so please take a look if you like.

▼ Monoka Kingdom 2025 Competition Overview

I appreciate your thoughts and shares! Please also check out the 'Writing Club' where we all improve together.