Basement LVL Magazine
Basement LVL Magazine is a quarterly, digital & print publication that’s curated by and FOR collectors, cosplayers, organic artists, photographers, and creative writers of all levels! Submissions are OPEN for the January 2027 Issue, see Submissions tab for specs and details.
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Issue 0 - Oct 2026
Submissions & Eligibility Requirements;
Categories & Submission Requirements:
Please Note: We will contact you if your submission is chosen will assign you an Issue that you will be published in. We save all submissions for future consideration but you may submit as often as you wish.-Toy Photography, all photography MUST be taken by you. No AI generated elements are eligible. Please include 300 dpi photos via Drop Box or private gallery link. 2-5 photos should be included with any proper credits and your links.-Organically Created Artwork All artwork you've created yourself with any traditional medium is accepted. We do not accept AI generated work. Please include 300 dpi photos via Drop Box or private gallery link. 2-3 photos of your work should be included with any proper credits and your links.-Cosplay Models must be 18+. There is no nudity or risqué posing in General Issues. Please include 300 dpi photos via Drop Box or private gallery link. 5-7 photos should be included with any proper credits and your links. Photographer Release will be required if you did not take the photos yourself or on your personal device. No AI generated elements will be accepted.-Creative Writing; we will accept for submission any original comic or storytelling work. Submit a sample and a description of the story as a whole. Chat GPT or plagiarized works will NOT be considered. Any quotes or referenced works must be submitted with proper credits. We do not have a limit on the number of words but prefer short stories due to space limitations. If you have a longer story you want to submit we do allow select stories in chapters per issue, just note that in your email and submit a small sample for us to read and a general description. While we love horror and will also accept gore, we DO NOT allow stories that need trigger warnings due to DV, SA, CSAM or any other subject that is illegal or abusive. If you do submit something that includes ANY of these elements you will be banned from future publication.- Toy Reviews: please include WHAT toy you want to review (Photo, Brand and Name of toy). If you have samples of your review or prior reviews you can send us the link or a paragraph length sample for review.
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Arthur Yoell
Founder & Editor In Chief
Arthur Yoell is a published Artist, Streamer and Illustrator that has been creating since he could hold a crayon. Arthur strives to create a space that does away with all the toxic negativity and encourages people to just collect what they love. Arthur has collected toys since he was 6 years old and has been reviewing toys for over 10 years via his Youtube Channel, Unboxing Art. You can see him Live on his stream, State of the Art every Wednesday at 7:30 pm EST or keep up to date with his travels and art at www.unboxingart.com.
Janine Romero
Executive Creative Editor & Marketing Director
Janine Romero is a published photographer and female figure collector with a penchant for that out-of-the-box way of life. With several years experience as the West Coast Photography Director for Vintage Affair Magazine and as a successful business owner, Janine brings a momentum that will hopefully encourage people to share what they care about in Basement LVL Magazine. You can see her unboxings and random musings on her instagram and tiktok at @justababeintoyland
fanboytone
Editor & Director of Creative Writing
fanboytone is a self-proclaimed Hyper Nerd, expert sushi eater, and craft beer lover. Of the many things fanboytone enjoys Science, Anime, Pro Wrestling, D&D, Video Games, anything Fantasy, toy collector,Cats, and Savage Crucible figs rank pretty high on that long list. He has been a content creator consistently since 2018, and created the Banter&Babble brand in 2019. He loves being on streams, supporting his content creating friends, and talking about his passions. Catch him on Tuesdays at 8pm EST for his new Box Crushers Live, under the Banter and Babble Channel on Youtube! or on Instagram at @fanboytone
Paul "Big Bear" Hughes
Senior Editor - Top 10 From the Bear Bottom
Hailing from the Pacific Northwest, longtime collector Paul "BigBear" Hughes is a lover of Masters of the Universe, Warhammer, TMNT, GI Joe, comic books, and movies. BigBear is always ready to talk nostalgia! You can find Paul "Big Bear" Hughes Live every Wednesday at 7:30pm EST as a cohost of the State of the Art stream on YouTube.
Dante G
Contributing Editor - Dark Jokerz Corner
Host of the Infinity Equation podcast for 7 years, co host of Infinity Creators and host of Coffee and Collecting, Dante keeps himself immersed on the pulse of the collecting space! He is also an experienced 3d printer who creates accessory pieces for figures and dioramas. Collecting since he was a kid, everything from Super Powers to now with Legends and other 6inch figures. an avid comic book reader and collector, Dante enjoys a comic that can make you think but also enjoys the story and art of the craaft. You can catch Dante on Instagram or Youtube at the Infinity Equation channel!
Art G
Contributing Journalist- Art/Work/Life Balance
Art has been collecting action figures, statues, and other collectibles for most of his life. Sharing his collecting adventures through social media is also something he enjoys as it has created opportunities to meet new people and experience things he never thought would happen in his life. Find Art G on Instagram/TikTok at @artg_collection and on Youtube at @ArtGcollection
Cody - AntiSocial Horror
Contributing Journalist - The Screaming Room
Cody is the creator behind AntiSocial Horror, an independent digital media community dedicated to horror film news, nostalgic culture, and genre recommendations. He is an avid collector of vintage 90s collectibles and nostalgic toys from his past. A massive fan of 80s cinema and B-horror movies that don't get enough credit. You can find him onTikTok & Twitch at @antisocialhorror or on Instagram and YouTube at @antisocialhorrorclub
Brittny Behlen
Contributing Journalist - Britt's Channel
Brittny is an animal loving, self-proclaimed plant mom who enjoys all media, especially of the horror variety. When she's not in front of the TV, you can catch her flipping tarot, painting, gaming or at a concert.
Mia
Webmaster & Web Designer
Mia Jette is a published digital illustrator, artist and website designer. When not creating art, building websites or trying to pet stray cats, she spends her free time watching anime and playing Final Fantasy. You can see more of her art on Instagram at @Fizzma_ or her website www.fizzma.carrd.co