Slanted Fish

Hey Poptropicans, it’s been a hot minute since our last Popular Poptropican interview, but we’re back with a new one! ⭐️

Today’s guest is Dizzy Feather, whom you may recognize as the author of The Pink Knight fanfiction series, and whose My Place in Poptropica story you can read here. Welcome, Dizzy Feather! Let’s pop into it.

What inspired you to write Poptropica fanfiction, and your specific stories?

When I first found the PHB, the first post I read was The Villain Saga fanfiction and I loved it! I wanted to try my hands at writing my own fanfiction. I created The Pink Knight after reading/watching Invisible Ring’s PoptropiCon Saga comics on her YouTube channel. It heavily inspired me — in fact, if you would watch them, you’ll see a few similarities between the two stories.

What advice would you give to aspiring Poptropica fanfic writers?

Have a backup plan if your plot doesn’t turn out the way you want it to. Sometimes you’ll have a great idea for a plot, but once you finish writing it, you might realize it’s not all that good and have to scrap it. If you already have part of it published, and you don’t have a backup, you might have to have to end it on a cliffhanger. Anyway, on the backup plan, make sure you tie it into the preexisting parts of the story. For example, it’s going to look weird if one chapter you’re on the Great Booga Shark, and the next you’re on the Red Baroness, without any explanation.

Mount Improbable: Mountaineering is too dangerous these days.

What do you enjoy about the Poptropica community?

So many things to choose from! But I would have to say my favorite thing would be seeing other fans’ creations.

What do you hope for the future of Poptropica and its fandom?

I hope Poptropica will be able to have all the islands and mini-quests back, and that the fandom will continue to grow.

What is (or was) your favorite Poptropica island and why?

Another hard one to pick. I would have to say Shrink Ray. Although I never finished it, it was fun to have my character shrunk.

Who is (or was) your favorite Poptropica character and why?

Why, Dr. Hare of course. The rabbit theme is hilarious, but I do wish we got more of him than a couple lines of dialogue.

🌟 Would you like to be the next Popular Poptropican? 🌟

Help us scout the next Pop star to feature! To nominate yourself or someone you know, contact the PHB with the following:

the name of your nominee (a Poptropica name or other screen name)
a reason why your nominee should be the next Popular Poptropican

Thank you for reading, and stay awesome, Poptropicans!

~🐠

Clubhouse, Fan Art Features, Store

Rumpel Rampage ‘Round the Racks 😈🛍

July 12, 2022 Slanted Fish

Heyo Poptropicans! Here’s the latest in Pop shopping and more.

Adventure Outfitters got the Rumpelstiltskin bug and is restocking the iconic villain’s costume, along with some splashy summer gear. 🔫 Meanwhile, the clubhouse store is selling stuff from various islands, including the recent Fairytale Island-inspired Rumpel décor from the Baron’s airship. See the details on the Creators’ Blog »

Word is the Baron leaves this Wednesday, so this is your last chance to nab the free costume and enjoy her flight deck, where the Pop Creators will be hanging out to find some cool player looks to feature in an upcoming post. 👀💃 Wonder what’ll happen to her Rumpel-itis…

By the way, Wednesday is also the last day for Poppies nominations here on the PHB! 🏆 Tell us who or what deserves a spotlight in a plethora of categories, and they might just make it to the voting round later this week. Stay tuned, and in the meantime, get your party outfit ready! ✨

Plus, enjoy the latest fan art features from Pop’s Instagram stories:

Height Advantages: Hare vs Bard by @invisible_b0nes

Remember: last chance for Poppies nominations! Keep ’em coming! 🏆

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Creators' Blog Guest Posts, Fan Art Features, Monthly Costume Contests

Get Ready to Rumpel with the Poppies 😈🏆

July 9, 2022 Slanted Fish

Hey Poptropicans! Between the Baron’s suspicious behavior and the beginning of the Poppies, it’s been a busy week. Let’s kick it back a bit! 🌴

Along with the Baron’s Rumpel remarks comes a heavy hint for what’s brewing. On the official blog, the Pop Creators have promised that a members only adventure is about to be unlocked for all next week involving an “expedition across the islands.” Fairytale followers can probably figure out the quest in question: Rumpel’s Challenge! 😈

We’re super stoked and honored to have the Pop Creators shout out our Poppies event! 🏆✨ As they shared on the blog, we’re calling all players to nominate their faves in a variety of categories for our Poptropica fan awards. Comment on our Poppies post by Wednesday, July 13 and check back later for the voting round and deets for a can’t-miss party! 🥳

Speaking of fandom fanfare, this week also marks the launch of the next monthly costume contest, which is open until Friday, July 22 at 8pm PST.

Plus, guest writer Dizzy Feather is also continuing her fanfiction The Pink Knight (which debuted here on the PHB!) with a sequel called Poptropican Heroes over on the Creators’ Blog — the first part is up now!

Last but not least, this week has also brought some stellar fan art features to Pop’s Instagram stories, including an animation featuring the power of a Hamburger Hamburger, scenes from the Baron’s latest visit, and even a comic based on events from Spy Island. 🍔🕵️

Poppies 2022 by the PHB (@poptropicahare)

Oh, and Poptropica’s keeping it real with their IG reels. Check out this carousel of iconic villains (if only they could really be starter characters!):

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Thanks for popping by! Go nominate in the Poppies!

~🐠

Guest Posts, My Place in Poptropica

My Place In Poptropica: Young Rider

July 8, 2022July 4, 2022 Slanted Fish

This is a guest post from Young Rider sharing her My Place in Poptropica story, which is all about one’s Poptropica journey. Enjoy!

Hi, my Poptropica name is Young Rider, and here is My Place In Poptropica.

2019 | Cool Math & Confusion

So I started with Cool Math Games like many people, and that’s where I found Poptropica. I looked at the description and I thought it sounded really cool. Next, I created an account. I was confused in the beginning, but then I found out it was fun. I played Poptropica for about a year and then forgot about it.

2020 | Revisiting

I was looking at my history a little while later and I saw Poptropica. I searched it up and started to play it again. But it started to get glitchy, so I stopped playing it.

2022 | Flight of Flash

I heard about Flash not being a thing anymore, and I remembered some games that were on Flash. I remembered Poptropica yet again and made a new account so I could play it again. I saw how much had changed, and was disappointed. But I quickly moved on.

I got confused on Mythology Island, so I searched up a walkthrough. That’s how I found the PHB! I saw how many walkthroughs they had and it has become my favorite site ever since. I have used countless walkthroughs on this blog. Then I saw Dizzy Feather’s “My Place in Poptropica” post so I thought I would try to make my own. Here we are!

My Poptropica username is pelicanray and you can friend me if you want. Have a great day!

– Young Rider

Hope you enjoyed this “My Place in Poptropica” story! If you did, you’ll probably enjoy our other MPIP stories here on the PHB.

If you haven’t already shared your story, we invite you to send in your own. Interested in writing for the PHB under a different Pop-topic? Take a look at our Write for the PHB page for ideas, guidelines, and more!