Slanted Fish

Hey Poptropicans, if you’ve been hoping against hope for the way the game’s been going, this might just be the pick-me-up for you.

Battle Morale is a feature-length Poptropica fan movie by Invisible Ring and released only last month. You can watch the full film below. Plus, scroll down for a PHB-exclusive interview with the perky producer!

Battle Morale tells the story of an optimistic Poptropican — Ring starring as herself — seeking hope and truth in a dark and pessimistic world. Along the way, she goes on a mission to retrieve pirate treasure, confronts a former Pop Creator on the world’s troubles, and dives into the deep rivalry between Amelia and the Baron. We won’t spoil everything here, but invite you to join the journey in the video above!

And now, let’s welcome our special guest to chat with us about her inspirations and process of pulling off this project: the kindred kid and the Poptropican of passion, Invisible Ring!

Ring: Hee hee hee… I like those alliterations! …So what’s up?

Fishy: Invisible Ring, we are nothing short of amazed at your new movie, and we want to hear more. Our first question is, how did you do it? How did your story come together and what was the process like?

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Fan Art Features, PoptropiCon Island, Social Media

PoptropiCon-tinued with Challenges 🦹

February 9, 2022February 9, 2022 Slanted Fish

Hey Poptropicans, here’s the latest. We’ve got reminders, revisits, and ridiculously creative works to see. Let’s pop right in!

The news on Home Island is that the Baron has already left, and for the first time in a while, a new week hasn’t brought changes to Adventure Outfitters, which is still stocking lots of layered winter looks and Valentine’s Day items. Also, this Friday marks the end of the PoptropiCon Challenges — enter for your chance at free credits!

Speaking of PoptropiCon fever, there’s more. The Creators’ Blog recently pulled up PoptropiCon Bingo cards for Episodes 1 and 2, featuring lots of colorful characters for you to look for as you wander around the convention. (Pro tip: Download the PDF from our PoptropiCon Island Guide, which also includes the bingo game for Episode 3!)

Poptropica’s been picking up the activity on Twitter, too. A recent tweet hyped up the return of Flash islands, but it was quickly followed by a note that it was just about conversion — in other words, nothing new.

WHOOPS, don’t want to give the wrong impression, but I meant to say that we’re converting the Flash islands rn! Some have already returned and there are more in the pipeline! Stay tuned 👀💙
— Official Poptropica (@Poptropica) February 3, 2022

Another tweet even suggested that buying memberships can contribute to Poptropica’s progress in bringing old islands back. That may be true, but we can’t help but wonder if it could go any faster!

Memberships help pay for the development of Poptropica, including converting the old Flash islands! 💙 https://t.co/in2L2MmpUy
— Official Poptropica (@Poptropica) February 3, 2022

Last but not least, enjoy the latest fan art features — cute and creepy — from Poptropica’s Instagram stories:

That’s all for this update. Keep on popping on, Poptropicans!

~🐠

coloring pages, Fan Art Features, Monthly Costume Contests, PoptropiCon Island

Coloring Action for Mighty Costumes

February 4, 2022 Slanted Fish

Hey Poptropicans, here comes a force of mighty coloring action! 🖍

It’s time for another monthly costume contest, and the current competition is open from now till Wednesday, February 16, at 8pm PST! Get the details on the Creators’ Blog »

For more creative challenges, check out the new Mighty Action Force coloring pages on the Creators’ Blog! You can print out or download these outlines of the superhero squad to decorate as you please.

By the way, did you know that these PoptropiCon heroes are inspired by various characters from other franchises? Try swapping out Teen Arachnid for Spider-Man, or World Guy for Captain America. 🌎 Check out our PoptropiCon Island Guide trivia for more fun facts!

As for some already made art, check out the latest fan art features on Poptropica’s Instagram stories:

Monster Carnival showdown by @nova_opteryx

That’s all for now. Stay mighty and doodle on, Poptropicans! 💪

~🐠

Baron's Airship, Fan Art Features, Member Gifts, Store

Rockette with Romance and Tigers 💖🐯

February 2, 2022February 1, 2022 Slanted Fish

Hey Poptropicans, the Baron’s back with big bounty, Adventure Outfitters is refreshed for romance and winter, and member gifts are celebrating the Year of the Tiger. ✨ Let’s pop right in!

First up, fly up to the Baron’s Airship on Home Island for the free Rockette costume (space bar to lift up with your hands in the air!). Plus, swing by the pop-up shop for PoptropiCon goodies!

The Cabin of Curiosities is stocking a PoptropiCon poster (50 credits), Glass Display Case (200), Pony Bros poster (50), an Omegon mask (200), as well as two cute stuffed toys: the Green Dragon and Astronaut plushies (300 credits each), uwu~ 🧑‍🚀✨

Back down in basic town, Adventure Outfitters has traded in last month’s PoptropiCon gear for winter wear and Valentine’s visuals!

On the left of the shop floor, all players can pick up the Cupid follower (250 credits) and Ice Slice costume (350). Members can add on the Valentine Crushing accessory (300), Cool Flame (350), and Healthy Hike costumes (300). 🗻

To the right, everyone can get the Pretty Ponytail, Nature Trails, Short Hugs, and Small Breeze costumes (350 credits each), and various romance related tidbits: the Cupid Bow and Arrow (400), Valentine Bouquet (150), Valentine Chocolate Box (150), and Valentine Heart Balloon (300). 💖 See it all on the Creators’ Blog »

This week is also Lunar New Year, and Poptropica is celebrating the Year of the Tiger with three tiger-based member gifts: a Tiger Tail, Tiger Mask, and Baby Tiger Follower! 虎年大吉! 🐅🐅🐅