hello, new user!
This guide is for any newcomers, those who need a refresher on the species, or just want to know more about Anita Inus! Feel free to even request certain things be added to this list if you think it'd be of benefit!
note: nearly every linked page here has a corresponding channel in the discord server. if you don't want to go through the hassle of navigating toyhou.se, be sure to join our server!
Can anyone join this species?
pretty much! We encourage users to thoroughly read the rules and guidelines page though, as it outlines some preferred behavior within the community & what rules we require users to follow pertaining to the species. the only type of people we greatly discourage from joining the species is bigoted people & internet trolls.
What happens if I break a rule/guideline?
it greatly depends on which one honestly. Some art is rather easy to fix through communication (like trading a pixie before its cooldown is up), while some are much more serious (using slurs / hateful language towards any of the members). for the less serious rules, you may get talked to about whatever the issue is. while for the more serious ones, you may be kicked from the server/toyhouse world and put on temp or permanent ban. all users will be notified of this though, and given the reasoning why they were kicked/banned. most of the time users will also have a chance to defend themselves / apologize / etc, unless the user in question is a danger to the community (for example, knowingly exposing minors to nsfw content & similar).
What's an original species?
a fictional species created by someone & brought to life usually through a community, specific traits/visual representations, adopts, etc!
What's a semi-open / closed species?
this is an original species that's limited by its usage, and has specific rules to follow when make your own. usually you need what's called an MYO (make your own) to be able to create your own of the species.
How are MYOs obtained?
it depends on the species! For Anita Inus, there's a few ways. Purchasing with usd, purchasing with species currency (spirit coins), winning in events, trading with other users, or bribing the owner.
myo shop - events - akeyo's alleyway
How do I use an myo I own?
please look over the rarities & traits applicable to your myo slot, choose the ones you want, and create your design! If you need help with certain traits, or are unsure of something, feel free to ask about it here or in the discord server.
After your design is made, and you don't need to double check about traits or anything, copy the form here and comment it in the myo approval bulletin!
My Anita Inu is approved! Can I sell/trade/gift the design?
it depends mostly on how you obtained your slot! please refer to rule 8 & 9 in the rules & guidelines for permissions.
Can I remove my Anita Inu from the species? Can I keep them if so?
yes! please see the voiding center bulletin for info on that & the proper form for doing so.
I have a voided Anita Inu! how do i unvoid them?
see rule 11 of the rules & guidelines for the specifics on what to do!
rarities & traits - rules - voiding center - myo approval - masterlist
What are Anita Inus?
Anita Inus are a canine species that leak spirits and are bound by ball and chain. Users are free to make them either feral or anthro, as there’s no set form for them - whatever you’re most comfortable with, you do it! the team doesn't want to limit creativity for the species, and even encourage artistic freedom <3
How did Anita Inus come to exist (lore wise)?
Centuries after modern civilization has fallen, various species of canines have become the major populous of the planet. They’ve evolved to live within the rubble and ruin of their previous civilization as well as becoming supernaturally attuned to the world around them. Over time, a mysterious phenomenon began occurring - Balls and Chains that were possessed by the spirits of the lost civilizations began attaching themselves to various Inus, and slowly, this became the norm. An Inu without their chains is extremely rare…
Can my Anita Inu have unique lore?
yes! you can have any backstory to your characters within the species, as long as they physically represent the species (aka have proper traits needed). the given lore is simply to provide some history to the species if others want to use it
Can I have my Anita Inu interact with other original species?
yes! This is 100% allowed, and we love to see users creating their own personalities/friendships for their pups. though if the owner / mod team / etc of the other specie(s) you draw your pixie or pet with, don't allow it, please respect their wishes!
Do I get rewarded for my art / writing for Anita Inus/Pets?
Yes! please refer to the currency info and currency claims info for more information on what currency you get, and how much.
What's this currency used for?
Currently, spirit coins are used to buy trait upgrades and myo slots!
Can I make ych's / commissions for Anita Inus?
Yes! and you're allowed to accept any form of payment for these.
Can I make bases / resources for Anita Inus?
Yes! but we prefer them to be free to use please. if you'd like to set a price for your base, ask the owner before doing so.
Am I allowed to use a regular feral/anthro base for myos / art?
Yes! for claiming currency for art, this would fall under bases though so it might limit your reward.
currency info - currency claims