This is the official A & M Art Fight scoring guide for written works, defined as works of art made by way of written language.
We have guides for specific written mediums. To find which guide you should use, check if your work falls under the descriptions and click on the medium that applies. If none of the mediums work or you are unsure which medium/subcategory fits your attack, contact a moderator for help.
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One Shot
A self-contained story over 2000 words.
Series
A story spanning more than two chapters.
Short Works
Works with less than 2000 words and/or have more than 3 structured elements (stanzas, paragraphs or blocks).
One Shot
| A - Target |
| Refers to who you are attacking or if it's your first attack. |
| Points |
⭐ |
Subcategory |
Definition |
| 2 |
|
First Attack |
Your first attack of the event. Nice work! You may only apply this bonus once for the entire event. |
| 1 |
|
Regular Attack |
More attacks, more points! Any attack done towards the opposing team if it is not your first attack count. |
| 0.5 |
|
Friendly Fire |
A nice gift for a teammate. :) Only applies to works where the opponent is on the same team as yourself. |
| 0 |
|
Weekly Prompt / Lost Prompt |
Nothing catching your eye? Use the weekly event prompts! If you don’t remember the prompt you’re using, you will not get prompt bonuses. |
| B - Length |
| Refers to the block (stanza, paragraph) or word count. Works are rounded down to the lower scoring subcategory if it falls in between two subcategories. |
| Points |
⭐ |
Subcategory |
Definition |
| 1 |
|
Short |
2000 - 4900 words. |
| 2 |
|
Medium |
5000 - 9900 words. |
| 3 |
|
Long |
10000 - 15000 words. |
| 5 |
|
Very Long |
16000+ words. Any lengths longer than 16000 words do not provide bonus points. |
| C - Technical Skill |
| Defined by basic sentence and paragraph construction. |
| Points |
⭐ |
Subcategory |
Definition |
| 0.5 |
|
Consistency |
Grammar, spelling, capitalization and syntax is consistent in the work. The tense or voice used stays the same throughout the work. |
| 1 |
|
Proper Breaks |
The work is blocked and formatted into meaningful paragraphs. Single sentences are properly used for impactful scenes or descriptions. |
| 1 |
|
Great Prose |
The work is engaging and has a good voice, either from smooth word flow or immersive storytelling. |
| D - Detail |
| Refers to creative use of language to create motifs and symbolism. |
| Points |
⭐ |
Subcategory |
Definition |
| 0.25 |
|
Easter Eggs / References |
There are some references present within the work that adds a minimal layer of detail without detracting from the story as a whole. |
| 1 |
|
Thoughtful Symbolism |
The language evokes emotions or creates a sensory experience by giving words or scenes literal and figurative significance in the work as a whole. |
| 1 |
⭐ |
Consistent and Meaningful Motifs |
There exist motifs, defined as recurrent thematic elements, that provide depth in meaning and thought within the work. |
| E - Language |
| Refers to presentation of interactions and explorations within the work. |
| Points |
⭐ |
Subcategory |
Definition |
| 1 |
|
Credible Interactions |
The work features interactions between characters that are in line with their behaviors and beliefs in the canon content. |
| 1 |
|
In-depth Explorations |
The work focuses on an internal struggle of a specific character and explores what their reactions and thoughts could be as they work through it. |
| 1 |
⭐ |
Compelling Arc |
An arc, defined by the evolution of a personality through the story, adds a relevant or meaningful impact to the story in the context of a character. |
| F - Flow |
| Refers to the plot progression and clarity of the overall work. |
| Points |
⭐ |
Subcategory |
Definition |
| 0.5 |
|
Thematic Relevance |
The story itself is relevant in some way to the prompt used by setting up a basic plot structure: exposition, climax, resolution. |
| 1 |
|
Clear Plot Direction |
Each plot structure element (exposition, climax, resolution) can be easily identified in the work and does not muddle the flow of progression. |
| Penalties |
| Refers to any element that is detrimental to the work as a whole. |
| Points |
⭐ |
Subcategory |
Definition |
| -1 |
|
Inconsistent or Poor Characterization |
The characters featured in the work act in manners inconsistent with canon material or interpreted in a way that seems antithesis to their canon counterpart. |
| -1 |
|
Poor Plot Progression |
The work does not properly set up the plot or the way the plot is progressed through the story does not make sense or is poorly handled. |
| -1 |
⭐ |
Technical Errors |
The work features more than ten errors or inconsistencies with grammar, spelling, capitalizations or syntax. Certain elements, such as run-on sentences or conflicting descriptions and terminology, prevent a smooth reading of the work. |
Series
NOTE: Each chapter is considered a separate attack. Each subcategory applies to each chapter unless noted.
| A - Target |
| Refers to who you are attacking or if it's your first attack. |
| Points |
⭐ |
Subcategory |
Definition |
| 2 |
|
First Hit |
Your first attack of the event. Nice work! You may only apply this bonus once for the entire event. |
| 1 |
|
Regular Attack |
More attacks, more points! Any attack done towards the opposing team if it is not your first attack count. |
| 0.5 |
|
Friendly Fire |
A nice gift for a teammate. :) Only applies to works where the opponent is on the same team as yourself. |
| 0 |
|
Weekly Prompt / Lost Prompt |
Nothing catching your eye? Use the weekly event prompts! If you don’t remember the prompt you’re using, you will not get prompt bonuses. |
| B - Length |
| Refers to the block (stanza, paragraph) or word count. Works are rounded down to the lower scoring subcategory if it falls in between two subcategories. |
| Points |
⭐ |
Subcategory |
Definition |
| 1 |
|
Short |
2000 - 4900 words. |
| 2 |
|
Medium |
5000 - 9900 words. |
| 3 |
|
Long |
10000 - 15000 words. |
| 5 |
|
Very Long |
16000+ words. Any lengths longer than 16000 words do not provide bonus points. |
| C - Technical Skill |
| Defined by basic sentence and paragraph construction. |
| Points |
⭐ |
Subcategory |
Definition |
| 0.5 |
|
Consistency |
Grammar, spelling, capitalization and syntax is consistent in the work. The tense or voice used stays the same throughout the work. |
| 1 |
|
Proper Breaks |
The work is blocked and formatted into meaningful paragraphs. Single sentences are properly used for impactful scenes or descriptions. |
| 1 |
|
Great Prose |
The work is engaging and has a good voice, either from smooth word flow or immersive storytelling. |
| D - Detail |
| Refers to creative use of language to create motifs and symbolism. |
| Points |
⭐ |
Subcategory |
Definition |
| 0.25 |
|
Easter Eggs / References |
There are some references present within the work that adds a minimal layer of detail without detracting from the story as a whole. |
| 1 |
|
Thoughtful Symbolism |
The language evokes emotions or creates a sensory experience by giving words or scenes literal and figurative significance in the work as a whole. |
| 1 |
⭐ |
Consistent and Meaningful Motifs |
There exist motifs, defined as recurrent thematic elements, that provide depth in meaning and thought within the work. |
| E - Language |
| Refers to presentation of interactions and explorations within the work. |
| Points |
⭐ |
Subcategory |
Definition |
| 1 |
|
Credible Interactions |
The work features interactions between characters that are in line with their behaviors and beliefs in the canon content. |
| 1 |
|
In-depth Explorations |
The work focuses on an internal struggle of a specific character and explores what their reactions and thoughts could be as they work through it. |
| 1 |
⭐ |
Compelling Arc |
An arc, defined by the evolution of a personality through the story, adds a relevant or meaningful impact to the story in the context of a character. |
| F - Flow |
Refers to the plot progression and clarity of the overall work.
NOTE: This subcategory only applies to the final chapter of the series. It must be specified by the writer if it is the final chapter.
|
| Points |
⭐ |
Subcategory |
Definition |
| 1 |
|
Thematic Relevance |
The story itself is relevant in some way to the prompt used by setting up a basic plot structure: exposition, climax, resolution. |
| 3 |
|
Clear Plot Direction |
Each plot structure element (exposition, climax, resolution) can be easily identified in the work and does not muddle the flow of progression. |
| Penalties |
| Refers to any element that is detrimental to the work as a whole. |
| Points |
⭐ |
Subcategory |
Definition |
| -1 |
|
Inconsistent or Poor Characterization |
The characters featured in the work act in manners inconsistent with canon material or interpreted in a way that seems antithesis to their canon counterpart. |
| -1 |
|
Poor Plot Progression |
The work does not properly set up the plot or the way the plot is progressed through the story does not make sense or is poorly handled. |
| -1 |
⭐ |
Technical Errors |
The work features more than ten errors or inconsistencies with grammar, spelling, capitalizations or syntax. Certain elements, such as run-on sentences or conflicting descriptions and terminology, prevent a smooth reading of the work. |
Short Works
| A - Target |
| Refers to who you are attacking or if it's your first attack. |
| Points |
⭐ |
Subcategory |
Definition |
| 2 |
|
First Hit |
Your first attack of the event. Nice work! You may only apply this bonus once for the entire event. |
| 1 |
|
Regular Attack |
More attacks, more points! Any attack done towards the opposing team if it is not your first attack count. |
| 0.5 |
|
Friendly Fire |
A nice gift for a teammate. :) Only applies to works where the opponent is on the same team as yourself. |
| 0 |
|
Weekly Prompt / Lost Prompt |
Nothing catching your eye? Use the weekly event prompts! If you don’t remember the prompt you’re using, you will not get prompt bonuses. |
| B - Length |
| Refers to the block (stanza, paragraph) or word count. Works are rounded down to the lower scoring subcategory if it falls in between two subcategories. |
| Points |
⭐ |
Subcategory |
Definition |
| 0.25 |
|
Short |
The work features 3 structured elements (stanzas, paragraphs or blocks). A paragraph is defined as 6 sentences or more. |
| 0.5 |
|
Medium |
The work features 4 structured elements (stanzas, paragraphs or blocks). A paragraph is defined as 6 sentences or more. |
| 0.75 |
|
Long |
The work features 5 structured elements (stanzas, paragraphs or blocks). A paragraph is defined as 6 sentences or more. |
| 0.25 |
⭐ |
Additional Elements |
Any work past 5 structured elements (stanzas, paragraphs or blocks) gain points per additional element. A paragraph is defined as 6 sentences or more. |
| C - Technical Skill |
| Defined by basic sentence and paragraph construction. |
| Points |
⭐ |
Subcategory |
Definition |
| 0.5 |
|
Consistency |
Grammar, spelling, capitalization and syntax is consistent in the work. The tense or voice used stays the same throughout the work. |
| 0.5 |
|
Proper Breaks |
The work is blocked and formatted into meaningful paragraphs. Single sentences are properly used for impactful scenes or descriptions. |
| 1 |
|
Great Prose |
The work is engaging and has a good voice, either from smooth word flow or immersive storytelling. |
| D - Detail |
| Refers to creative use of language to create motifs and symbolism. |
| Points |
⭐ |
Subcategory |
Definition |
| 0.25 |
|
Easter Eggs / References |
There are some references present within the work that adds a minimal layer of detail without detracting from the story as a whole. |
| 1 |
|
Thoughtful Symbolism |
The language evokes emotions or creates a sensory experience by giving words or scenes literal and figurative significance in the work as a whole. |
| 1 |
⭐ |
Consistent and Meaningful Motifs |
There exist motifs, defined as recurrent thematic elements, that provide depth in meaning and thought within the work. |
| E - Language |
| Refers to presentation of interactions and explorations within the work. |
| Points |
⭐ |
Subcategory |
Definition |
| 1 |
|
Credible Interactions |
The work features interactions between characters that are in line with their behaviors and beliefs in the canon content. |
| 1 |
|
In-depth Explorations |
The work focuses on an internal struggle of a specific character and explores what their reactions and thoughts could be as they work through it. |
| 1 |
⭐ |
Compelling Arc |
An arc, defined by the evolution of a personality through the story, adds a relevant or meaningful impact to the story in the context of a character. |
| F - Flow |
| Refers to the plot progression and clarity of the overall work. |
| Points |
⭐ |
Subcategory |
Definition |
| 1 |
|
Thematic Relevance |
The story itself is relevant in some way to the prompt used by setting up a basic plot structure: exposition, climax, resolution. |
| 1 |
|
Clear Plot Direction |
Each plot structure element (exposition, climax, resolution) can be easily identified in the work and does not muddle the flow of progression. |
| Penalties |
| Refers to any element that is detrimental to the work as a whole. |
| Points |
⭐ |
Subcategory |
Definition |
| -1 |
|
Inconsistent or Poor Characterization |
The characters featured in the work act in manners inconsistent with canon material or interpreted in a way that seems antithesis to their canon counterpart. |
| -1 |
|
Poor Plot Progression |
The work does not properly set up the plot or the way the plot is progressed through the story does not make sense or is poorly handled. |
| -1 |
⭐ |
Technical Errors |
The work features more than ten errors or inconsistencies with grammar, spelling, capitalizations or syntax. Certain elements, such as run-on sentences or conflicting descriptions and terminology, prevent a smooth reading of the work. |