What’s next?

Well, I’ve found myself in quite the predicament here. The Modthorne recently resigned as a moderator, a long-time submitter just said his goodbyes, and now I’m stuck by myself with over a thousand letters to answer (and plenty more on the way, no doubt). On top of that, I’ve been attempting to balance my schedule between this blog, drawing things for my art blog, and a number of other creative projects. Not to mention all the real-life tasks to add to the mix.

Basically what I’m trying to say here is…

Much as I’m going to miss the Modthorne, I think it’s time for someone else to fill the empty seat here at Ask Ace Attorney! The thing is, I haven’t given much thought to who should take the Modthorne’s place when she retired, but I guess the best way to find a replacement is to subject a bunch of applicants to the same rigorous screening process that we subjected ourselves to when we started…answering these letters?

Nah, just joking. I’m going to do it in pretty much the same way the Mod did. After all, it worked out pretty well last time, wouldn’t you say?

So, if you’re interested in becoming a part of the de Modder line, the job requirements are as follows:

Fluency in English - Sorry if it’s your second language or you’re not entirely comfortable with it, but dialogue is one of the most important parts of the games. It has to be sharp and witty and without mistakes. Know your grammar and your vocab.



- Sorry if it’s your second language or you’re not entirely comfortable with it, but dialogue is one of the most important parts of the games. It has to be sharp and witty and without mistakes. Know your grammar and your vocab. A firm understanding of the games/characters - This should go without saying. You can’t run a blog like this without having played all the titles and retained all the events. Understanding character motivation and voice is important too.

- This should go without saying. You can’t run a blog like this without having played all the titles and retained all the events. Understanding character motivation and voice is important too. Time - Without the ability to devote an hour or so a day to the blog, you can’t do it. It’s that simple.

- Without the ability to devote an hour or so a day to the blog, you can’t do it. It’s that simple. Love for the work - Running an ask blog always sounds like fun, but people will abandon it as soon as they realize it’s work. You won’t come into your stride if you don’t stick with it. You can trust me on that.

- Running an ask blog always sounds like fun, but people will abandon it as soon as they realize it’s work. You won’t come into your stride if you don’t stick with it. You can trust me on that. Respect for canon - The foundation of AskAceAttorney is the game series. It isn’t fanfiction or shipping wars or web comics or the anime or anything like that. The American localization is the canon used here, and while you can seek the anime, manga, or movie for reference, they aren’t the law. You aren’t here to invent character traits or off-screen events either. Understanding that is an absolute must because it allows for the entire audience to enjoy the blog, not just a sub-sect.

- The foundation of AskAceAttorney is the game series. It isn’t fanfiction or shipping wars or web comics or the anime or anything like that. The American localization is the canon used here, and while you can seek the anime, manga, or movie for reference, they aren’t the law. You aren’t here to invent character traits or off-screen events either. Understanding that is an absolute must because it allows for the entire audience to enjoy the blog, not just a sub-sect. Understanding the difference between an ask blog and a roleplay blog - If selected, you’re here to answer letters in the format you’re used to. You’re not playing a single character or hosting conversation. You’re not inventing story threads. The idea behind the blog is fans writing celebrities and those celebrities writing back. Think of it like email or handwritten letters.

- If selected, you’re here to answer letters in the format you’re used to. You’re not playing a single character or hosting conversation. You’re not inventing story threads. The idea behind the blog is fans writing celebrities and those celebrities writing back. Think of it like email or handwritten letters. Image editing software - This is a vital tool for answering letters. You have to screenshot and crop letters, which is something a child can do, so you don’t actually need to know how to use the software, you just need to have it. There are free options out there, such as GIMP 2 and Pixlr Express, so you don’t even need Photoshop.

In case you’re wondering, these are the same requirements set forth by The Mod a couple years ago, almost ad verbatim, and I feel that they still apply to any new moderator of this blog. The main idea is also the same: Remember the “feel” of the games and try to emulate what already exists. That’s what we’re all fans of, after all. Respect for the soul of the blog and the game series is extremely important.

So, if this sounds like something you’re interested in, send an email to theaskaceattorneymod@gmail.com telling me why you think you’d be good for the position and any other qualifications you might have. Can you make gifs? Do you make cool art that could be used as bonus content? Are you a freelance writer? Do you actually work for Capcom? Something else super cool? Remember, this email is how I’ll judge your personality, knowledge of the series, and intellect. Sound smart and quick-witted, but don’t try too hard.

I don’t need or want any personal information. I don’t even need to know your real name. All I care about is your ability to pretend to be multiple characters and anything else that might help with that.

If you think you’re a good fit but don’t know how to run a blog, apply anyway. More important than anything is a love of the Ace Attorney franchise and a love of this blog. I’ll also be there to help you get settled in should you end up being the winner – it’s not a very complicated job, but there are some rules of thumb that I’ve picked up during my time here that I think will be helpful.

Best of luck to everyone who chooses to apply (whether it’s a hundred people or just a handful), and have some fun while you’re at it! Remember to take it seriously, but…not too seriously.

I’m look forward to seeing what sort of Ace-level talent I can find! Best of luck, and I’ll see you ‘round!

-The Co-Mod