Having gone through everyone's posts here I think I've managed to get a handle on a concensus of opinion of what folks want in the rules.

So, how long should a challenge last for? One month as the norm with an option for two months should circumstances, the time of year, or the challenge setter require it.

More than one entry? That's a big 'NO!' from most of you.

On the question of size, there was a mixed feelings about this one. So, I'm going with 'anything goes' from 800 x 600 to 1024 x 768, but with the proviso that no-one should be penalised when it comes to voting because their work was presented at 800 x 600 when it might have looked better at 1024 x 768 or whatever.

As for the deadlines, Midnight Rosity time wins hands down; although some of you seem confused as to how Rosity time equates to your local. The answer to that is very simple. Rosity time sits at the very top of every page. Check this time against that on your watch/clock/chrono-particle-indicator/temporal-distortion monitor!!!!

And coming to how long voting should last for? 3 days!

Now read this next bit carefully!!
The idea of disqualification for posting challenge entries in the galleries before the end of the challenge got a big thumbs-up! I'm going to extend this to after voting. In other words I'm not going to allow anyone to post a challenge entry in the galleries until voting has been completed. While it's arguable that the advantage one entry might get would be negligable, the fact that an advantage might be seen to be gained is undeniable. I cite the discussions and upsets during the March/April challenge when artists posted two entries as my case in point. In other words, when you guys get the bit between your teeth on any contentious point all hell breaks loose and I have to pick up the pieces!

Post WIPs by all means but keep them in the Main Challenge Thread. DON'T make a new thread about your work till AFTER the challenge is over.

Finally, I have to thank Quest for making a very valid point that has been over-looked and like many I thought was a given.

Challenge entries should be NEW work; NOT something you've posted previously in the galleries or entered in other challenges or competitions. If it's been simmering on the back-burner on your HDD for ten years then fine. But it must not have seen the light of day prior to a challenge.

I hope this clarifies things. I'll be making changes to the main rule page shortly.
Thank you all for keeping this thread sane.

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