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2) Entries may be based on books that have been made into movies, as long as the model is not one that replicates a studio model. For instance: a Martian War Machine (Wells, War of the Worlds) is a valid entry, as long as it does not replicate one seen in any of the film adaptations. Pat Flannery's model in the gallery would have been acceptable under these rules. Likewise, Captain Nemo's Nautilus (Verne, 2000 Leagues Under The Sea) or the Roger Young (Heinlein, Starship Troopers) are acceptable entries if they do not replicate studio models or CGI.

3) You may enter as many kits as you like. Each entry must be accompanied by a $5 entry fee. All payment must be made in a check or money order for US dollars, made out to "Starship Modeler". Send payment to: Starship Modeler, 128 Marimac Ln, Vernon Hills, IL 60061 (USA).

4) All entries must be received by August 20, 2000. Judging will take place between August 21 and September 1. Voting will be performed online by registered members of the Starship Modeler readership, as well as the staff for Editors' Choice awards. Starship Modeler staff and relatives are excluded from the entering the competition. All judging is final. The Starship Modeler staff will determine the winner in cases of a tie.

5) Entries must include:

6) Do not add or subtract detail from your submissions, digitally or otherwise. i.e., do not add starry backgrounds or phaser fire. All photos should depict the model, showing off its features and workmanship. Dioramic backgrounds and accessories are not allowed, though custom stands or simple starfield backdrops (non-digital) are acceptable. We suggest you photograph the model in natural light against a plain, dark background for best results. Scans should be done AT LEAST 100% (200% is better) image size, and at 72 dpi. Do not send images with greater density than 72 dpi, as it dramatically increases download time.

7) Prizes will be delivered by mail and sent out within one month of judging.

8) Starship Modeler reserves the right not to post images that are deemed distasteful. We're not going to be prudish, but all images should be presented in a tasteful manner. Any nose art, and the like, should be in keeping with historical military tradition.

9) In the Stock categories, detail sets such as aftermarket lighting kits or decals are allowed. While such extra detail could increase your chances to win, quality and creativity of the work is still a major factor in the Editor's Choice category.

10) Entries can be models which were completed prior to the contest, but can not be ones that have been previously submitted for publication on Starship Modeler.

11) Starship Modeler staff reserve the right to reject any entry we feel does not meet the guidelines published here, or the underlying spirit of our contest.

If you have any questions about these rules or other contest details, please ask us by dropping a note, or use the postal address given above.

Contestants: make sure we have your mailing address!