contained inside the files in this zipped archive but let's distill a few extremely critical elements:
===FILES IN BASE DIRECTORY===
CCC Adventure Design Concept Outline vQ2-2020 --> your concept must use this file CCC Creation Rules (2019 v1.0) --> Read them, love them; RULES! s9 Adventure Format --> your adventure must use this format
===FILES IN "HELP & REFERENCE"===
Adventure Design Guide --> excellent tips from the Wizards team D&D AL Template --> add this .dotx style to Office and make life easier DnD House Style Guide --> keeping your voice & delivery consistent with ours Editing Checklist draft --> things to look for in editing & tone Using the D&D 5e Template --> how to use the template .dotx file
Common Questions & Answers:
Q: What Files Do I Need? A: All of them.
Q: Do I Have To Use The Concept Document?
A: Yes.
Q: Do I Have To Use the Template (.dotx) File?
A: Yes and no. The adventure template (.docx) was built from the .dotx and you could certainly use it, but adding the .dotx template to your Microsoft Office installation is a great help in the long run.
Q: My Concept Document Won't Open.
A: There are scripts operating in this document. You may need to use Adobe Acrobat on a Windows-based computer.
Q: I use a Mac or Linux desktop and Can't Open <document name>!
A: We will not accept alternative formats. All submissions must be in .docx or .pdf format, using the files and templates provided.
Q: I've Submitted my CCC Proposal; When Should I Hear Back?
A: We keep the submission window open for about 2 weeks, then compile our feedback during the week following. During that week, we will select the approved proposals (hint: following the guidelines reduces the amount of feedback we need to provide, which raises your chances of approval) and notify those creators. Regardless, everyone will get a response about approval or denial within roughly 30 days of submission.
Q: I Didn't Get Approved But I Know I Can DO THIS!
A: Check out the tier 1 options! Your event needs to be approved, but we've opened the doors on a lot of tier 1 development. Go that route, brush up your skills, and feel free to submit again when you're ready to!
Q: I Have This Great Idea for a CCC Set in Eberron (etc)...
A: We are neither accepting nor approving CCC pitches for campaigns other than the main Forgotten Realms Adventurers League campaign.