2013 Mailbox Opening!

First, thanks to everyone for being patient with us! Second, elf invites will go out shortly to the people who have applied. Let us know if you do not hear back within 24 hours! We also still have some open slots left if anyone is still interested in being an elf this year!

Now, on to the part you've all been waiting to see! Please read through these rules VERY CAREFULLY, especially if you've never written a letter to Santa before (not our Santa anyway). We are likely to automatically reject letters that do not follow directions very well. Once you are confident you understand the rules, then get to writing those letters and feel free to spread the word!




Click "Send a Note" to go to the group's notes page.  Your letter will be this note, with the subject DEAR SANTA.  Here's a template that shows you an ideal letter:

Dear Santa,

I would like to have [a drawing of my character / a fanart of]  _________ [from the show __________].

Here are a few references to this character: [links to two or three pictures that give us a reference of what the character looks like].

(Optional choices:
P.S: I would like you to deliver this gift to my friend SomebodyElse for Christmas.
P.P.S.: I previously sent letters to Santa in [2008/2010/2011/2012] and have NEVER received a present.  These were my requests: [links to your previous notes].)

I understand you may not have time to grant my wish, but I want to thank you for reading my letter and thank the elves for their hard work!  

Love,
somebody

1. You are limited to only ONE letter, whether it's for yourself or a friend.
2. You MUST provide at least one picture reference. If you absolutely have none, provide a very detailed description.
   
   • If you are requesting a well known character such as Naruto, no reference is needed unless requesting a specific outfit or version of the character.
   • If you are asking for fanart, include the name of the show/movie/game/comic/whatever. For example: There are many Sakuras. Which Sakura do you want? Naruto? Cardcaptor Sakura?
3. Elves are limited, so there's a good chance not everyone will have their wish granted. Please do not harass elves or complain about not receiving a present. The elves are all volunteers and work very hard to fulfill wishes. You will not get a separate notification if your request is not granted, because elves sometimes continue to work after the holiday season and your gift may just be delayed.
4. If you have sent letters in past years but have NEVER received a gift, please include a link to your previous note(s) when you write to Santa. You can find previous notes you have sent the group by going to the Send a Note page. Click on a previous note, copy the html link, and paste that link in your letter. If you have received at least one gift, please send your letter normally without the links. We want to prioritize those who have never received a gift first.
5. Any requests violating the deviantART Terms of Service will automatically be rejected. We cannot create art that cannot be posted. Do not request any art that is pornographic, includes self mutilation, child abuse or any other images of that nature.
6. If you change your username after sending in a letter, we request that you note us with your old and new usernames. This will make it easier for us to keep track of letters to Santa. Otherwise, your present may be lost in delivery!

SPECIAL NOTES:
We will accept requests for characters of ALL types, but please keep in mind there are fewer elves who are talented in certain areas such as animals, anthros, and fantasy creatures. However, that does not mean it is impossible.
Single character requests are more likely to be fulfilled, because they are less time-consuming and more people can get gifts.
Because this is an international group, please do not ask for traditional art to be mailed to you. All art will be sent digitally.
Copyright of all art belong to the individual elves and are not free for commercial use, even if the characters belong to you, unless you work things out with the elf.