Wazzup, Poptropicanos! ๐ค It’s Pride Month: that special time of year when we shine a light on the challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community while also honoring the significant contributions they’ve made throughout history. โจ Let’s joyfully celebrate the acceptance and pride of the LGBTQ+ community and how far it’s come. ๐
Like the real world, our online Poptropica community is home to a diverse array of awesome LGBTQ+ people who have greatly heightened the fandom with their contributions. What better way to celebrate this amazingness than by throwing a party in the Party Time Tower on Time Tangled Island? We’re proud to invite you to join us there!
๐ฅณWHO: Only the coolest people are on the guest list, and that includes all of you, LGBTQ+ and allies alike. Some of the PHB staff will be hanging out too!
๐WHAT: Common room parties on Poptropica and chatting it up, creating art, and more all on our Discord chat server, the PHC. Don your most funky and dazzling rainbow outfits to increase your chances of being featured in our recap!
๐ฆ WHEN:Saturday, June 28 โ starting at 4PM PST / 5PM MST / 6PM CST / 7PM EST. (Tip: Search your location on this time converter to see what time it’ll be where you live.) Drop by when you can!
๐ช WHERE: Join us for some fun and games at the Party Time Tower on Time Tangled Island, plus our Discord server, the PHC.
๐ WHY: To recognize and respect everyone’s inherent worth โ and to have fun, of course!
For those who are unfamiliar, LGBTQ+ is a term that encompasses individuals who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer. Learn more about LGBTQ+ identities in our post that explores this topic with some very cool Poptropica fan art! ๐ฅ
Sadly, members of the LGBTQ+ community often face a lack of respect regarding their sexual orientation or gender expression. However, that will never be acceptable in the Poptropica community! Keep your spirits high during these particularly challenging times, friends. ๐ซถ
Wazzup, Poptropi-lympians! In the last few weeks, our vibrant community representing the diverse tribes of Poptropica engaged in an exciting showdown to determine who would emerge victorious as the ultimate champion. With activities ranging from artistic creations and brain-teasing puzzles to an adventurous scavenger hunt, culminating in a grand closing ceremony, we hope you all had an unforgettable time!
The party was a typical mix of fun and laughter at Midas’ Gym on Mythology Island, where everyone gathered to enjoy some classic common room games. We chatted away in the Poptropica Help Chat (PHC), sharing nostalgic stories and funny gifs and pics. There were also plenty of pushups and dance moves to keep things lively! โกCan you find yourself in the collage graphic?
๐ Gifted Gladiators ๐ถ
The kickoff round, Gifted Gladiators, which took place throughout the entire event, was a dazzling display of art and creativity. A multitude of Poptropicans showcased their talents by submitting written works, eye-catching visuals, musical compositions, and an array of Poptropica-themed fan creations! We recognized the effort behind each submission, granting players 20 points for their tribe for every piece they submitted.
We were blown away by the amount of artwork that the Nanobots created, which amassed a whopping 1,740 points! Hats off to the mechanical crustaceans for stealing this round. ๐ค
Check out the awesome Art Gallery Exhibition packed with some spirited submissions for this event. Thereโs a ton of great stuff to see!
by Sleepy Biker of Pathfindersby happyclonetrooper of Seraphimby PHB author, Gentle Dolphin of Seraphimby Magic Kid of Nightcrawlersby Magic Kid of Nightcrawlersby Pegs of Nanobotsby Incredible Fire of Wildfireby Lazy Kid of Black Flagsby Lazy Kid of Black Flagsby Pink Star of Nightcrawlersby me, LJ of many tribesby Serious Heart of Flying Squid
๐ช Brawny Brainiacs ๐ง
In the second round, Brawny Brainiacs, there were several ways to rack up points such as a fun word search, a captivating character crossword puzzle, a tricky decode-a-message challenge, and a host of entertaining Pop the Difference games. Including bonus points, you could individually score up to 1,330 points in this round for your team if you completed every task.
It was the Seraphim who soared to the top this round, racking up an impressive grand total of 3,960 points! ๐ชฝ
๐ Sensational Scavenger Hunt ๐ฆ
In the thrilling final round, teams joined forces in a frantic dash to the finish line. A total of 10 clues awaited the tribes, each cleverly hidden throughout the blog’s many pages. The scoring system ranked participants from 80 points for first place down to 10 points for those who crossed the line last.
This time, the Wildfire tribe outshone all rivals, wrapping up their hunt in less than an hourโan astonishing feat unmatched by any other tribe. Standing tall and triumphant, they secured a stellar score of 80 points! ๐ฅ
๐ฅ Final Scores๐ฅ
Unfortunately, we have to say that the Yellowjackets are taking home the last place ribbon for the second time in a row, scoring just a tiny 60 points. Yikes! It looks like hibernation came early this year for these sleepy insects.
Worming their way into 7th place, weโve got the Nightcrawlers. With a score of 845 points, it looks like the early bird caught these little guys before they could wiggle any further.
Wildfireis sitting at a tepid 6th place this year. They put in a solid effort with 1,025 points, but it seems like the flames have cooled off a bit this time.
Flying Squid takes our 5th place spot with 1,460 points! They just ‘squid’n’t manage to break into the top half of the leaderboard. There’s always next time.
The Pathfinders‘ pursuit of first place did not culminate in success, as they raked in a total of 1,520 points; however, they can take pride in their earnest efforts. Coming in 4th place is still a commendable achievement!
In 3rd place, we have the Nanobots! With an impressive score of 3,090 points, these robotic crabs were truly electrifying!
The Black Flags put on an absolutely ‘plunder’ful performance, racking up an impressive total of 3,570 points! While they couldn’t hold onto their title as champions from the previous games, they still managed to clinch an impressive 2nd place. Argh, super close!
Which means…๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅ
The Seraphimhave emerged as the triumphant champions of this year’s tournament, scoring an overall 4,140 points! Their meticulous game plan, rather than ‘winging’ it, proved to be the winning strategy for this heavenly squad! ๐๐
๐ G.O.A.Ts of the Games ๐
While we value each and every one of our participants, a handful of competitors truly excelled, pouring their hearts into ensuring their tribe brought home the gold.
We want to give a super special shoutout to these exceptional Poptropicans for their remarkable dedication:
Pegs of Nanobots, Lazy Kid of Black Flags, Sleepy Biker of Pathfinders, Magic Kid of Nightcrawlers, Squidney24 of Seraphim, Lune of Wildfire, & Bony Bones of Flying Squid
Thank you all so much, once again, for your efforts in maintaining the lively spirit of our Tribal Tournament! Y’all are the GOATs! ๐
Greetings Poptropi-lympians! The Sensational Scavenger Hunt is now closed (although the Gifted Gladiators event is still open until the end of August 29!) And that means the tournament is coming to an end. You’ve all been hard at work trying to lead your teams to victory, so we thought you deserved a celebration at our Closing Ceremony!
The overall results of the games will be announced live on our Discord server, the PHC (Poptropica Help Chat) before being posted here on the blog.
In addition to the final scores being announced, plenty of fellow Poptropicans and some PHB authors will be chatting and partying it up in the Midas’ Gym common room on Mythology Island (if Poptropica decides not to crash). So, if you’re not already in the chat, you’ll definitely want to join so you don’t miss out!
Our event will take place onย Saturday, August 31ย @7pm Easternย /ย 6pm Centralย /ย 5pm Mountainย /ย 4pm Pacificย (for all other time zones,ย check a time zone converter). In some parts of the world, it may be Sunday morning, September 1.ย Hope you’re excited! See you there.
For now, here are all of the clues (and medal) from last round’s Sensational Scavenger Hunt. Check the caption for each photo to see which page each clue led to. ๐
Answer: Monster Carnival Island GuideAnswer: Avatar Studio GiftAnswer: Look Book (ignore the typo ๐คก)Answer: ComicsAnswer: Fortune Cookie QuotesAnswer: Haunted House GuideAnswer: About Answer: The Poptropica YearbookAnswer: LexiconAnswer: Merchandise Guide
And with that, the Poppies 2024 season comes to an end. Thank you all, PHB readers, for participating in our 10th annual Poptropica fan awards!
Like last year, we received well over 300 votes, and we appreciate all the enthusiasm. This year, the awards show was hosted by Smart Bubbles and Smart Icicle, presented for the first time with character sprites. Catch the video below, or scroll down for the list of winners!
(Also, small authorโs noteโthank you Fishy for your continued support!)
Congratulations to all the winners and nominees of the 2024 Poppies. Each one makes the legacy of Poptropica shine brighter! ๐ฅณ๐
โBest Fan Artโ Nominee Gallery
Check out this year’s top-tier fan art, chosen by the people:
“Bard & Rumpel” by Comical Icicle“Zeus – April Fools” by PajamaMoon“Beartraps” by snoopypliot, Part 1“Beartraps” by snoopypliot, Part 2“How I Became the Ruler of My Specific Poptropica World (anime title)” by lxvepup, Part 1“How I Became the Ruler of My Specific Poptropica World (anime title)” by lxvepup, Part 2“Poptropica’s Sweet 16 Collage” by PHB readers“The Show Must Go On” by Magic Kid“EDGAR EDGAR EDGAR” by Magic Kid“The Super Villains” by XMzhier“Poptropica Tribes” by Invisible Ring“Poptropica Tribes” by Invisible Ring
Thanks for joining us on the blue carpet of the Poppies awards! From nominations to voting to the party, it’s been sweet celebrating Poptropica, and the PHB’s Sweet 16 birthday, with all of you! ๐ฉตโจ
Happy awards day, Poppie-tropicans! We’re ready to reveal the winners of the Poppies, our Poptropica fan awards. ๐โจ
Thank you all for popping in on the fun throughout the month! We received over 300 votes (double from last year!) to determine our winners. This year, we made our Poppies presentation extra special with the video editing expertise of Sunneebee, who was also a host alongside the PHB’s Slanted Fish and Smart Bubbles. Catch the video below, or scroll down to directly see theย winnersย of the 2023 Poppies!
And the Poppies go toโฆ
Poptropica Awards
๐ Best Airship Arrival:Red Queen, October 2022 (runner-up: Amelia, December 2022)
๐ Best Version of Poptropica:Flashpoint (unofficial) (runner-up: Desktop Poptropica)
Check out our Old Islands Guide to find out how you can use Flashpoint, winner of the “Best Version of Poptropica,” to play all the beloved classic old islands.
Congratulations to all the winners and nominees of the 2023 Poppies. There’s so much to celebrate! ๐ฅณ๐
โBest Fan Artโ Nominee Gallery
Check out this year’s top-tier fan art, chosen by the people:
โBreaking Mirrors is Bad Luckโ by Golden OwlโHarold Mewsโ by PompadourCocoโThe Knowledge of the Starsโ by Smart BubblesโTime to Fly Back Homeโ by Bunnies-N-Bowties (Poppies 2023 winner)
Thanks for joining us on the blue carpet of the Poppies awards! From nominations to voting to the party, it’s been a blast celebrating the past with you. Plus, happy 15th blog birthday to the PHB! ๐ฉตโจ