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Just when you thought the timeline was quiet, U.N.I.T. command has authorized a new, tactical maneuver to keep spirits high and the community thriving.
Welcome, to the inaugural launch of Operation Secret Bunny.
We're keeping the lights on for Cmdr. Kate Lethbridge-Stewart and Col. Christofer Ibrahim. Their story is far from finished and we aren't going anywhere. There is no better way to celebrate them and our own resilience than by sharing some brand-new fics, art, and edits. We aren't going anywhere!
🗓️ Mission Timeline
Phase 1: February 2 — Signups officially open.
Phase 2: February 8 — Recruitment closes at midnight.
Phase 3: February 14: Intel Distributed (Matches sent!). The shenanigans begin.
Phase 4: February to May — Research & Development (Create your gifts).
Phase 5: May 2 to 6 — Deployment: Posting window is open!
📋 How It Works
Operation Secret Bunny follows the traditional Secret Santa protocol. To participate, you must be prepared to give as much as you receive.
The Dossier: You will fill out the Google Form detailing what you're excited to create and what you'd love to receive.
The Media: We are currently accepting Fanfiction, Fanart, Gifsets, and Fan Videos.
The Pairing: Our tactical team (the mods—@expectiations and @unitarchives) will match based on your preferences. You'll receive a briefing with your giftee's details so you can start your assignment.
The Secret: Keep your identity under wraps! You'll only reveal yourself once the posting window opens in May.
⚠️ Operational Rules
To ensure the success of Operation Secret Bunny, all operatives must adhere to the following guidelines:
Minimum Requirements: To keep things fair, your gift must meet one of these benchmarks: Fic of at least 1000 words, a set of at least 2 original Gifs, a Video at least 1 minute in length, or a completed Art piece (no rough napkins, please!).
Anonymous Intel: We highly encourage "Anon Shenanigans." Once you get your assignment, feel free to reach out to your giftee via anonymous asks! Ask for prompt details, drop cryptic teasers, or just say hello. It makes the guessing game much more fun.
Extraction Protocol: If life gets in the way and you cannot complete your assignment, you must notify the mods immediately. This allows us to find a "Backup Bunny" so no one is left empty-handed.
No "To Be Continued": Your gift must be complete upon posting. You can create a multi-chapter fic or a series of art pieces, but the entire project must be finished and shard within the posting window.
The 48-Hour Rule: Please acknowledge your gift within 48 hours of receiving it. A quick "Thank you!" keeps the momentum going and lets your creator know their hard work arrived safely.
Human Intelligence Only: We are a community of creators. Generative AI is strictly prohibited. This includes fics, art, gifs, videos, and music.
New Missions Only: All gifts must be created specifically for this event. No recycling old drafts or adding chapters to existing series. Let's make something fresh!
Filing Your Reports: When posting on Tumblr, use the tags #dustbuddiessource and #d&toperationsecretbunny in your first five tags so we can find and reblog you! Tag your recipient in the post. If you post on AO3, add your work to the official Operation Secret Bunny collection.
Attention operatives! All dossiers for Operation Secret Bunny have been successfully dispatched. Check your secure comms (DMs or Inbox) for your target’s profile and briefing details.
What now?
Initiate Contact: The "Anon Shenanigans" phase is officially green-lit! Head over to your target's ask box and start dropping those anonymous asks. Tease them, ask for prompt details, or just let them know a Bunny is watching.
Maintain Cover: Keep your identity classified until the deployment window in May.
If you haven't received your briefing or if there is a discrepancy in your assigned target’s data, contact UNIT Command (the mods) immediately.
Let the creation—and the wild speculation—begin! 🪺
We are entering Day 3 of signups for Operation Secret Bunny. Cmdr. Lethbridge-Stewart has the coffee ready and the matching algorithms are being calibrated—all we’re missing is you.
Don't miss out on the chance to create something brand new for your fellow Dustlings. Head over to the link below to claim your spot on the mission roster!
