C = Cel, S = Sketch(Genga/Douga/Roughs/Layouts), R = Rilezu, H = Hanken, RC = Studio Authorized Repro Cel, P = Painting, Settei=SE, MC= Model Cel, O = Other

Accessory - Emphasis on what the character is holding, using, swinging, playing, aiming. (C, S, R, RC)
Action - Scenes of action, movement, motion, dynamism (C, S, R, RC)
Background - No characters allowed. (C, S, P, RC)
Children - Youths, babies, kids. (C, S, R, RC)
Comic/Manga - Original art from comic artists and mangakas (S, P, O)
Creature - Animals, monsters, pets, demons. (C, S, R, RC)
Cute - Adorable, precious, toothache inducing. (C, S, R, RC)
Death/Dying - Characters in the final throws of death, or those that have already passed away. (C, S, R, RC)
Embarrassed - Blushing, mortified, awkwardness, total humiliation. (C, S, R, RC)
Fan Art - Made by you or another artist. (C, S, P, O)
Female - The fairer sex. (C, S, R, RC)
Funny - Laugh out loud moments. (C, S, R, RC)
Group - Art of 2 or more characters. (C, S, R, RC)
Hanken - Art used for merchandise or other non-production special circumstances. Hankens are not allowed in any other category. (C, S, H, P, O)
Harmony - Unique combinations of line work and watercolor used to convey deep emotion and profound artistry. (C, S, P, RC)
Heroic - White knight saves the day. (C, S, R, RC)
Insanity - Irrational delirium, totally crazy. (C, S, R, RC)
Joy - Extreme happiness. (C, S, R, RC)
Male - Boys, guys, men, bishonens. (C, S, R, RC)
Outfit - Best dressed, emphasis on clothes and costumes. (C, S, R, RC)
Rage - Mad, angry, extreme agitation. (C, S, R, RC)
Robot - Our mechanical friends. (C, S, R, RC)
Romance - Kissing, hugging, groping, anything non-explicit. (C, S, R, RC)
Shikishii - Original signatures and/or artwork drawn by industry artists. Only the artist's signature and accompanying sketch are allowed for submission.(C, S, P, O)
Shocked - Stunned, horrified, utter dismay. (C, S, R, RC)
Sorrow - Tear jerkers, sadness. (C, S, R, RC)
Special Effect - Power bursts, transformation effects, airbrushing, etc. (C, S, R, RC)
Villainous - Archenemies, evil scientists, meanies, wicked bad guys. (C, S, R, RC)

Optional Categories -

Animated - Short sequences of animated artwork.(C, S)
Hentai - Sexually explicit & nude. All pairings welcome!(C, S, R, RC)
Settei - Original sheets(not copies) or model cels featuring character, item or scenery. Settei can only be submitted to this category.(MC, SE)