BM Secret Santa!

Most likely a massive long shot because this is a gay concept and we all hate one another, but who would be up for a BM Secret Santa project?

YES

What kinds of things would be Santa’d?

Sounds fun! I’ll join in!

totally up for this.
also I’m guessing stuff like steam gifts or something

First accessible BMs event, I support this.

Sure!

I’m in

hm, so long as it’s not limited to steam gifts only
thinking of the poor people here

I appreciate you thinking of me. :slight_smile:

:frowning:

I’m interested <.<

I was looking at something around the value of 15-20$ (excluding shipping costs), but anyone is free to spend more or less on it if they desire so.

To make the matter of choosing easier, we could ask people to give some general indicative preferences when they sign up. With this I don’t mean specific names or items, but just something along the lines of “I like to read fantasy books” or “I love plushies”. Just something to make it easier for someone to pick a gift for you (though the person that is supposed to get you a gift is still free to ignore your preferences).

Also, whoever signs up for this needs to realize fully well that this is a semi-serious project. This is about anonymously giving and receiving gifts, not about sending disgusting or inappropriate gifts, so if you’re thinking about sending someone a bottled turd, please fuck off.

Anyway, here’s a little FAQ of the things I can think of right now.

What’s this secret Santa thing about?
It’s about anonymously sending and receiving gifts to/from a random person in this community.

What’s in it for me?
Well… In addition to feeling warm and fuzzy inside, you’ll also receive a gift. Can’t promise you’ll like the gift, but receiving gifts is always fun, regardless of content.

How do I sign up?
I’ll get details ironed out soon-ish, but expect something like a thread where people post their current location (city + country), preference and whether they mind paying for international shipping (some people would be forced to if they sign up, as I’m sure there’s only one person here from Malaysia, for example).

Who do I buy a gift for?
Once people have signed up, I’ll gather them all up and randomly assign someone to each and every one of you.

Do I need to tell the person I’m buying for?
I can’t stop you from telling the person you’re buying for, but you’re supposed to be a “secret” Santa, not much secrecy when you’re announcing the fact that you’re Santa (think of the children!).

I hate the person I’m supposed to buy for, can I switch or not buy anything?
Christmas is a time for love and forgiveness. Put down the weapons and give something anyway. Once a name has been given to you, you’ll buy for that person, regardless of mutual hatred. No switching

What gifts are eligible to give?
Anything really, as long as it’s gift-y. Obviously no inappropriate or disgusting things, nothing with the sole intent of pissing someone of. But books, DVDs, CDs, plushies, games (both conventional and digital), gift cards for Steam or iTunes or anything similar, handcrafted items, toys, clothing, silly-stuff, etc…

Do I -have- to send a physical gift?
Not really, but it adds to the whole experience if there’s a giftwrapped box (or just a box). So you’re free to send a digital gift if physical gifts are not feasible for you, but try to avoid it when possible.

How much should I spend on the gift?
Probably something along the target value of 15-20$, shipping excluded.

I’m poor but can make something fancy through fine craftsmanship, is that OK?
Of course. Handmade gifts are always awesome.

I’d rather not pay for international shipping, is that OK?
Sure, I’ll try to keep that in mind when coupling people, but I can’t promise anything (if everybody refuses to send internationally, what would happen to that Malaysian boy, eh?).

How about you, Bolteh, will you give and receive gifts?
I’m thinking about just giving something to someone, but not put myself up to receive anything (as I don’t think it’s fair to anyone if I picked my secret Santa myself). Feel free to send me a Christmas card though (as if that would happen ;_; )

Do I wait until Christmas to open the gift?
Up to you, really. I personally wouldn’t wait, but like I said, you’re free in that regard.

What happens when I receive my gift?
Feel free to post photos in the designated thread and say what you think of the gift. But apart from that, nothing really… Apart from cherishing the Christmas spirit!

That’s all I can think of right now. If you have any questions, feel free to ask.

I would LOVE to sign up, but I really, REALLY do not have any cash whatsoever (recently moved countries, do not even have a credit card).

Oh well, I am sure there will be something that can be done. Sign me up please :slight_smile:

Hmm, I’ll pass, I’m not giving my home address to you creeps.

You’re probably the only one with a home that has electricity in Portugal, doubt you’ll be hard to find.

Same here, I’m living in the middle of nowhere anyway :stuck_out_tongue: Guess I (at least) will only get to do this if digital gifts are allowed.

Fuck you, I have to pedal all day just to generate enough electricity to heat a small burrito.

(Not directed to me, but I laughed way too hard at that, I woke up the cats outside the window <3)

I’ll add that to the FAQ

Do I -have- to send a physical gift?
Not really, but it adds to the whole experience if there’s a giftwrapped box (or just a box). So you’re free to send a digital gift if physical gifts are not feasible for you, but try to avoid it when possible.

That sounds pretty cool. Sign me in !

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