Terms of Service

Last Updated: 01/03/2025

Welcome, and thank you for your interest in Shadowfang Studio (“Company,” “we,” or “I”) and my services and offerings under its divisions: Fangraphix, Arcadiax, and FangLore, collectively referred to as (“the Service”). These Terms of Service (“Terms”) are a legally binding contract between you and Shadowfang Studio regarding your use of the Service.

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TERMS CAREFULLY.
BY ACCESSING OR USING THE SERVICE, YOU AGREE THAT YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD, AND, AS A CONDITION TO YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THESE TERMS, INCLUDING OUR PRIVACY POLICY. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE, YOU MAY NOT USE THE SERVICE.

1. Shadowfang Studio Service Overview

Shadowfang Studio provides services through its divisions:

  • Fangraphix: Offers merchandise design, web development, visual identity, and social media graphic services.
  • Arcadiax: Focuses on gaming-related content and community engagement.
  • FangLore: Provides book writing, editing, and publishing services.

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 13 years old to use the Service. By agreeing to these Terms, you represent and warrant that:

  • You are at least 13 years old;
  • You have not been previously suspended or removed from the Service; and
  • Your use of the Service complies with applicable laws and regulations.

3. Accounts and Registration

To access some features of the Service, you may need to register for an account. You agree to provide accurate and up-to-date information and to maintain the confidentiality of your account and password. Notify us immediately at support@shadowfangstudio.com if your account is no longer secure.

4. Payment Terms

Certain services or products may require fees. Before payment, you will have an opportunity to review the applicable fees. All fees are in U.S. Dollars and are non-refundable unless stated otherwise. You authorize Shadowfang Studio or its third-party payment processors to charge your payment method for the fees. If a recurring subscription applies, you authorize periodic charges until cancellation.

5. Service-Specific Terms

Fangraphix

Custom design work may require additional agreements or contracts. Turnaround times and revision limits will be outlined in your agreement with Fangraphix. Licensing and ownership of delivered designs will be specified in your agreement.

Arcadiax

Access to gaming content, events, or memberships may involve additional rules or eligibility requirements. These will be disclosed upon registration or purchase.

FangLore

Publishing services may involve separate contracts detailing royalties, rights, and distribution agreements. All written content provided by you must comply with applicable copyright and plagiarism laws.

6. Intellectual Property

All content and materials provided by Shadowfang Studio are owned by us or our licensors and are protected by intellectual property laws. You may not use, reproduce, or distribute our content without prior written permission, except as expressly allowed under these Terms.

7. Prohibited Conduct

By using the Service, you agree not to:

  • Use the Service for unlawful purposes;
  • Violate third-party rights, including intellectual property rights;
  • Interfere with or disrupt the Service, including transmitting malicious code;
  • Impersonate another person or entity;
  • Attempt to bypass security features of the Service.

8. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Service at any time, with or without notice, if you violate these Terms or for any other reason at our discretion. Upon termination, you must stop using the Service and any outstanding fees will remain payable.

9. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, SHADOWFANG STUDIO IS NOT LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR SPECIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE.

10. Disclaimers

The Service is provided “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE.” We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

11. Indemnity

You agree to indemnify and hold Shadowfang Studio harmless from any claims, liabilities, damages, and expenses arising from your use of the Service or violation of these Terms.

12. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of laws principles. Any disputes will be resolved in the state or federal courts located in San Francisco County, California.

13. Modifications to Terms or Service

We may update these Terms at any time. We will notify you of changes by posting the updated Terms on our website. Your continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of the changes.

14. Contact Information

Shadowfang Studio can be reached at: support@shadowfangstudio.com

15. Privacy Policy

Please review our Privacy Policy for details on how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. The Privacy Policy is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

16. Additional Terms

Additional terms may apply to specific features of the Service. These will be disclosed to you and are incorporated into these Terms.

17. International Use

The Service is intended for use in the United States. We do not guarantee the Service is appropriate or available outside the U.S. Accessing the Service from jurisdictions where it is prohibited is at your own risk.