The Modern Warfare 4 trailer that released on May 28th 2026 did not feature Soap or Gaz, nor did it address any possible way Soap might still be alive. What other way to fight back than to override Activision’s reality with our own?
For this event, we’re forging a space in this fandom with one goal in mind: creating art in which Soap is still alive. You can do this however you’d like: art, writing, animation, video edits – a MW3 canon fix-it, supernatural incidents, Soap simply never having joined the military in the first place… The possibilities are endless! It doesn’t matter how, as long as Soap is alive in the end.
This is a Soap-centric event. However, we’re Feeling A Way™ about Gaz's absence from the trailer as well, therefore we encourage everyone to include our beloved Sergeant in the spirit of the movement.
(Participation Sign-Ups and FAQ beneath the cut)
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Want to participate in the Discord?
If you’re 18+ and willing to follow the server rules, you can sign up via our Google Form. More details can be found in the Form!
Participants Sign-Up Here!
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Want to help run the event server?
We have an admin team ready, but depending on the number of sign-ups, we are looking for more moderators for the discord server that will:
Be active in chat to create a positive, encouraging environment
Manage participants and make sure the event runs smoothly
Be entrusted in keeping the server a safe space
More details can be found in the sign-up form!
No modding experience needed! We encourage you to learn moderating if you’re interested. We’ll be with you every step of the way and will take time to teach you what you need.
Moderators Sign-Up Here!
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Questions? Asks are open!
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Follow us on Bsky for more updates!
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FAQ
Is this event 18+?
No, but to join the event Discord you must be 18+, as we will have designated NSFW channels. However, we want to encourage everyone to flood the tag when the day arrives!
Do I have to join the Discord to participate?
No, it is not required to participate. Joining the Discord is the only way to guarantee that we’ll be able to add you to the AO3 collection once the posting day arrives. We understand not everyone wants to join a server, and not everyone has a Discord. This shouldn’t stop you from wanting to create and spread the news that Soap is alive!
Why do I have to submit a writing/art sample in my application?
Our participant application is purely for those who wish to join this event Discord. The process is to ensure that we are creating a SAFE environment in which the people who take the time to join actually want to be here in good faith. You will not be turned away based on writing/art quality. If you don’t have any writing or art samples, tell us some prompt ideas instead!
Overall, we’re trying to keep our community safe from bad actors and trolls.
Why isn't this event on Twitter?
We chose not to invite the devil into our house.
How long is the creation period?
We officially start on June 23rd for those who choose to join the Discord server. You have four months (until October 23rd) in which to create your art, which also just happens to be the date MW4 was announced to be released. >:)
When do we post?
On the weekend October 23rd-October 25th. The posting will occur over 3 days, and the way you post is up to you! If you make multiple pieces, you can either post them all at once or spread them out over the weekend.
Where do we post?
Use any social media you like with the Hashtags #SoapIsAlive and #GazisSAFE! The official event pages are only hosted on Tumblr and Bsky, so these are the only two platforms from which we'll reblog fan creations. There will be an AO3 collection that will be available for those who join the Discord, but that shouldn't stop you from writing and posting!
What are the requirements?
There are no minimum word counts or minimum render levels required. You can also post unfinished works.
The only requirement for your creation (also applies to unfinished work): Soap has to be alive ultimately!!
What kind of creations are allowed?
Anything is allowed. You can create fics, threadfics, artwork, comics, playlists, physical flyers… Go absolutely nuts to your heart’s content. We love to see anything!
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Fandom is about coming together as a collective and sharing in the joy of creation, the joy of art, of unity and community. Our beloved characters will never die so long as there are stories still left to tell. And every story is worth telling. ❤︎
If you’re 18+ and willing to follow the server rules, you can sign up via our Google Form. More details can be found in the Form!
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Want to help run the event?
We have an admin team ready, but depending on the number of sign-ups, we are looking for more moderators for the discord server that will:
Be active in chat to create a positive, encouraging environment
Manage participants and make sure the event runs smoothly
Be entrusted in keeping the server a safe space
More details can be found in the sign-up form!
No modding experience needed! We encourage you to learn moderating if you’re interested. We’ll be with you every step of the way and will take time to teach you what you need.
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SIGN-UPS:
Participant
Moderator
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Questions? Asks are open!
An FAQ will be posted shortly!
Chibi sketch commissions for @tacticallyunsoundjohnnyboy !! You might recognize the medieval AU design, sans mask. Last one is just a bonus (Lad broke his leg).
Thank you for feeding my love for these dummies. ❤️❤️
man's best friend.
dog owner!simon + dog owner!reader
thinking about the time I was out for drinks and there was a dude with the biggest fucking dog I’ve ever seen just chilling at the bar. surrounded by ladies.
simon taking riley out for an afternoon walk, but ending up at the pub cuz a man needs pint every now and then.
he's finishing his beer while watching the match on the pub telly when he feels a tug on the leash. he looks down, and finds you petting and cooing at riley. the bugger is all in for the attention, ears perked and tail wagging against his boots.
pretty little thing, you.
he doesn't move, content with watching you like this. maybe a minute later is when you finally notice him staring.
"oh! sorry," your voice is as sweet as you look; too tempting for a man like him. "your dog is so cute! what's its name?"
"riley." he grunts out. wouldn't mind indulging you, just for a while.
"cute name, it suits him," you say. riley nudges your hand with a wet nose begging for scratches. it makes you laugh. the sound is enough to make simon shift in his seat.
would suit you too, he thinks.
"got one of your own?" he asks instead.
you smile. "yes! i have a doberman. she's in her terrible twos right now, though. not as well behaved as riley."
"lots of energy, those ones," he grumbles. "better get a playmate before she rips your couch up."
simon ends up leaving the bar with a new number on his phone and a marked date on his calendar.
wasn't looking; wasn't hunting for anything, but riley sniffed you out for him. fell right into his lap anyway. he spoils the pup with some treats once they get home.
