Hi, you can call me Kemo! I post anthropomorphic animal Ball Jointed Dolls (BJDs)! These are a niche hobby item so I wanted to dedicate a page to them specifically.
This blog is specifically for anthropomorphic ball jointed dolls. There will be more focus on art dolls than children's toys.
Suggestions/requests are allowed! Just keep in mind these following rules:
- Kemonomimi (humans with animal ears and/or tail) are not eligible for posting.
- Feral/quadrupedal animals are not eligible for posting.
- OOAK (One Of A Kind) dolls are not eligible for posting. This includes customizations (think Monster High/Breyer/MLP customs), and dolls made from scratch.
- Small business/independent artist products are eligible for posting as long as they are not OOAKs.
- Kickstarter/Makeship/otherwise limited release dolls are eligible for posting.
The chart below can be used to determine what kind of anthro is eligible for posting.
For the sake of limiting the presence of humans and feral animals on this blog, generally speaking Tier 1 and Tier 5 type dolls are not eligible for posting.
Additional info and FAQ about doll eligibility under the read more!
Eligibility FAQ
Why are kemonomimi not allowed? First and foremost, Tier 1 (kemonomimi) dolls are NOT banned from this blog. The balance of Anthropomorphism vs. Ferality is unique for every doll out there, and it would be unfair to discredit every doll that appears human. However, kemonomimi are extremely popular and very abundant. This blog is specifically to highlight unique and adventurous dolls from people that were brave enough to create a niche object, when it would have been safer to do a standard kemonomimi character. I am always open to suggestions and discussion about dolls that may toe the line to determine if they are eligible for posting.
Why are feral dolls not allowed? The same rules as above apply to Tier 5 (feral) dolls as well. While feral dolls are less common, they still exist and aren't really the focus of this page. Again, I am always willing to discuss specific dolls to determine their eligibility for posting.
Why are OOAKs not eligible? OOAKs are not eligible for posting, and this is a rule I am more firm on for a specific reason. The goal of this blog is not just to highlight unique dolls, but to provide a resource for likeminded individuals to purchase the doll of their dreams. OOAKs are lovely, but it does no one in this niche hobby any good to see photos of a wonderful doll they'll never have a chance to own. I have nothing against customs and OOAKs as a hobby, but they don't fit into this blog's mission.
How are small businesses/independent artists different from OOAK dolls? If a business/individual is selling dolls that are part of a consistent mold/production, even if in small amounts, this is eligible. This is again because of my desire to spotlight brave makers and their unique products, as well as provide a source for other hobbyists.
Why are Makeship or similarly limited dolls eligible if OOAKs aren't? This is because of multiple reasons. One reason being that these are produced in much larger amounts, to a consistent quality level, than an artist could ever do trying to replicate an OOAK they've previously made. Another reason is that, because these are produced in larger amounts, it is possible to find them secondhand from many different people, whereas there is only ever one OOAK, owned by one person at a time. And lastly, when these limited release dolls do well, it gives the owner of the design/concept a chance to increase production in a second release, or even go fully independent and start producing them on their own for people to continue buying.
What is an art doll? Are they really that different from toys? Art dolls are a type of doll crafted with quality and aesthetics in mind. They tend to be made of delicate resins or durable plastics, with more detailed/delicate paint. These dolls are usually made by small businesses or independent artists. Children's toys may have aesthetic, but almost never have quality that can live up to an art doll's. Children's toys are made by large companies to maximize profits while keeping costs low, so they are often made out of cheap plastics or vinyl, with paint that is thick/blocky and outfits that are made of cheap fabric. Further differences between art dolls and toys can even be the type of joints (if they have any), and how difficult it may be to pose or dress the doll. Art dolls are often held together with elastic and magnets and can be difficult to string together if they don't come pre-strung, whereas toys are almost always held together by simple friction fit joints that will loosen and become floppy with use.
Are Monster High/Equestria Girls/other toys allowed? Yes, it just depends on how anthropomorphic the specific doll in question is. For example, inhuman coloured skin on it's own doesn't make a doll eligible. A doll with animal ears, claws, paws, tail, inhuman eyes, fangs, or other combinations of features and inhuman skin would likely be eligible. Again, this blog is intended for anthropomorphic animals, not monsters, so there may be grey areas/nuance in what is eligible.
Do things like werewolves count? Yes, werewolves or other beast-like dolls are up for consideration. As long as they are not significantly feral/quadrupedal, they are eligible for posting.
What about centaurs/other taurs then? Generally speaking, no, centaurs are not eligible. There are some very unique dolls out there, so they are still up for consideration, but it's likely they will be ineligible.
Does that mean no mermaids/merfolk/sirens? Generally speaking, no, merfolk are not eligible. However, the more inhuman the doll in question is the more likely they will be eligible for posting.
Are NSFW dolls/dolls with genitals allowed? Yes, these kinds of dolls are allowed, as long as they are not permanently attached to a base stand.
What about dolls that don't have many/any joints? Yes, these kinds of dolls are allowed, as long as they are not permanently attached to a base stand. Additionally, if the doll comes with a significant amount of clothes molded onto the body (ie shirts, coats, pants/trousers, skirts) it is no longer eligible for posting.
What about fabric bodied dolls? These kinds of dolls are allowed as long as they have some kind of interior armature, and/or plastic/vinyl/resin elements that are part of the body. For example, an anthropomorphic sheep with a soft wooly fabric for it's body would be eligible if it had plastic/vinyl/resin hooves, horns, and/or face, but it would be ineligible if it had a fully fabric body. Plastic eyes/noses do not count towards eligibility.
What about x, y, or z? As I said earlier, I am always willing to discuss things! If there's a specific doll you want to suggest or discuss, please include the name of the doll, and the name of the company that produces it in your ask/message! You may make a point I hadn't considered, or show me something that doesn't fit into the framework I've laid out. I'll always listen and take your feedback into consideration.
Thank you for reading all this, I hope this deep dive helped you understand my thoughts and reasoning for decisions on this blog!
