Rules

*A/N: I used DeepL for the translation, so I can't necessarily guarantee that it's entirely accurate. If you are able to translate the rules more formally, please feel free to edit this section. :)*

These are a translation of the rules and guidelines officially set by White Tails, all of which can also be found on their website. Please note that Japan's copyright rules are quite strict, hence why these need to be stated.

## **Introduction**

White Tails supports derivative works by our viewers.

In addition, we have established guidelines for the safe and secure "clipping" of videos published by White Tails and White Tails members *(hereinafter referred to as "guidelines")*

We appreciate your continued understanding and cooperation so that more and more people can become familiar with White Tails’ content.

## **About #しろっぽ**

**#しろっぽ** (*Shiroppo)* is the official Twitter hashtag for White Tails fanworks. All kinds of secondary works including illustrations are welcome here. The only rule for #しろっぽ is "do not slander other people's creations" There are no rules regarding the content of creations, so please follow your own sense of ethics and be moderate in your creative activities. We recommend that you mute or block the creators of works that you dislike to protect yourselves.

This is just a rule regarding the creation of derivative works on White Tails, so please do not bring your works to other tags or places.

### ***Sale of Goods and Merchandise***

As a general rule, the sale of goods for profit in exchange for money is prohibited. However, you are free to do so for items such as "neppuri" available at convenience stores that do not cost money to the creator of the item. You are also free to create goods for non-commercial purposes, such as gifts for friends or goods for personal use.

### ***Educational purposes***

You are free to use the White Tails videos, goods, and other creations for educational purposes, such as presentations and posters at schools.

### ***Homage to the project***

If you post a video using a completely original project of White Tails without modifying the name or content of the project, you are free to use it as long as you indicate that it is a homage in the summary or other section of the video and give credit to the artist.

## **About Clips**

### ***What is "clipping"?***

The term "clipping" as used in these guidelines refers to the process of creating a new video by dividing, combining, adding audio or text, or otherwise processing or editing one or more videos *(hereinafter referred to as "original video")*published by a White Tails member for the purpose of publishing on the Internet, by the viewer themselves. A "clipped video" means a video produced by clipping and scheduled for release.

### ***Permission for Clipped Video***

White Tails grants permission for the production and publication of clipped videos that comply with these Guidelines.

The following White Tails members are eligible to license clipped videos.

* Nakamu
* Broooock
* Sharkun
* Kintoki
* Smile
* Kiriyan

### ***Video clippings subject to license***

*The following are the original videos that are subject to the license of clipped videos (hereinafter referred to as "Licensed Videos")*

* Videos that are available to the public from the channels of White Tails and White Tails Members on YouTube.
* Transmissions made available to the general public from the channels of White Tails and White Tails Members on YouTube *(including those whose archives are limited to Members only)*
* Distributions made publicly available from the channels of White Tails members on Twitch.
* Videos and distributions other than those listed above that have "Clipping Permission" clearly indicated in the summary section.

*The original videos that are not subject to the permission of the clipping video (hereinafter referred to as "unauthorized videos") shall be as follows:*

* Videos and distributions released exclusively to members from White Tails and White Tails members' channels on YouTube.
* Videos and transmissions that fall under the aforementioned "Licensed Videos" but are marked "Not Available" in the video summary section.
* Videos and transmissions on video sharing platforms other than YouTube and Twitch *(due to the possibility of violating the terms of use of each platform)*
* Audio distributed via radio.

### ***Prohibited productions of clipped videos***

The following prohibitions apply to the production of clipped videos:

* Intentionally altering the intent or purpose of the expression in the original video to create misleading content.
* Combining a video that is not subject to the license (including a video produced by the applicant or a third party) with a video that is subject to the license.
* Combining a video that is not subject to the license (including videos produced by you or a third party) with a video that is subject to the license.
* Editing text, sound, etc. to damage the honor or credibility of White Tails or White Tails members, or to insult their personalities.
* Adding text or audio that is untrue or not verified as factual.
* Editing that harms the copyrights, portrait rights, or other rights of third parties.
* Creating a work for the purpose of advertising, publicity, sales promotion, or promotion of a third party's name, trade name, products, or services.
* To express content that is offensive to the law or to public order and morals.

## **Publication of clipped videos**

### ***Video sharing platforms***

Clipped videos shall be made public by uploading them to the following video sharing platforms:

* YouTube
* Twitter
* TikTok
* Facebook
* Instagram

### ***Monetization***

Any monetization of clipped videos posted on the Internet is prohibited.

### ***Points to note when publishing***

No prior confirmation of a clipped videos by White Tails is required. However, *if instructed to re-edit or delete a clipped video that has been published, you must comply with the instructions immediately.* In this case, White Tails is not obligated to explain the reason for such instructions.

When publishing clipped videos on YouTube, *you must clearly indicate "clip" in the name of your channel or account or in the title of the video.*

When publishing a clipped video on YouTube, *include the URL in the summary section that links to the channel or video from which clip was taken.*

If the video is published on a social networking service such as Twitter without using a dedicated account for publishing clipped videos, it is not necessary to specify that the video is a clip. However, behavior that misleads the viewer into believing that the video is the original content of the contributor is prohibited.

## **Use of Character Visuals and Logos**

When using White Tails character visuals and logos in icons, thumbnails, videos, etc., the following must be strictly adhered to.

### ***Character designs and visuals***

* Colors and aspect ratios must not be changed or reversed.
* No excessive alteration is allowed.
* Icons must not be used in such a way as to mislead the viewer into believing that they are a member of White Tails.
* (When using character visuals, please clearly indicate on the icon that it is a clip)

## **Logo**

* The official logo cannot be used as an icon.
* No alterations of any kind are allowed.
* No text or images may be superimposed over the logo.
* If White Tails instructs you to re-edit or delete any part of the logo, you must comply immediately.

In the event that a third party files a complaint or claims for damages due to reasons arising from the clipped video, the contributor of the clipped video is responsible for resolving the problem.

In the event that a third party's material is used in a clipped video, it is the responsibility of the contributor of the clipped video to obtain permission for the material in question.

In the event that White Tails recognizes a violation of these guidelines, White Tails will immediately delete the offending channel, account, or video at White Tails' request, without any objection, and the user will compensate White Tails for any damages incurred.

These guidelines may be revised or eliminated at any time at the discretion of White Tails. The revised guidelines shall become effective upon publication on the website.

## **FAQ**

**Q. Can I clip videos that show distributors other than White Tails members in the video?**

**A.** You may clip any video or distribution that does not indicate "No Clipping" in the summary section, even if it shows a distributor who is not a White Tails member.

**Q. Can I make and publish my own videos supporting White Tails other than clippings on the clippings channel?**

**A.** In principle, only clipped videos are allowed, but we do not prohibit the production and publication of original videos as long as the content and purpose of the video is to support White Tails. However, regardless of whether the video is a clipping or an original video, any revenue earned through the channel will be subject to video royalties.

**Q. Should I delete clipped videos that were published before these guidelines were released?**

**A.** White Tails will not request the deletion of clipped videos published before the publication of these guidelines (April 2022), regardless of whether or not they violate these guidelines. However, if you receive a separate instruction to delete the video, please delete the video as soon as possible.

**Q. Can minors make clippings?**

**A.** Clippings may be made regardless of age.