Hey Poptropicans! Tune in for news of a name drop, fan art features, and a birthday mention. Let’s pop right in!
The well-known women’s media brand Cosmopolitan published an article about actress Hailee Steinfeld back in November that just made it into Poptropica’s new YouTube short. Turns out the writer’s a veteran!
Although Steinfeld’s movies and Cosmo aren’t written for kids, we can all appreciate the Pop name drop: “At 14, she was collecting an Oscar nomination, while the rest of us were, IDK, playing Poptropica.”
Speaking of features, there’s more on the Pop Creators’ Blog! A recent post spotlights fan art, including some we’ve shared on the PHB via Pop’s IG stories. Plus, here’s one from Twitter by @XMzhier:
Also on the Creators’ Blog is a post from guest writerYoung Rider. They write about visiting the Baron (though she’s gone by the time this post comes up), their mess of a clubhouse, and the upcoming birthday of Poptropica founder Jeff Kinney on February 19. Happy 51st, Jeff!
Young Rider’s clubhouseJeff Kinney
That’s a wrap for this post. Pop on, Poptropicans!
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 โ 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 โ in other words, nothing new.
WHOOPS, donโt want to give the wrong impression, but I meant to say that weโre converting the Flash islands rn! Some have already returned and there are more in the pipeline! Stay tuned ๐๐
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! ๐ https://t.co/in2L2MmpUy
Hey Poptropicans, here comes a force of mighty coloring action! ๐
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 ยป
Mighty Action Force by Slanted Fish
For more creative challenges, check out the new Mighty Action Force coloring pageson 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. ๐ 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:
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. โจ 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 posterย (50 credits),ย Glass Display Caseย (200),ย Pony Bros posterย (50), anย Omegon maskย (200), as well as two cute stuffed toys: theย Green Dragonย andย Astronaut plushiesย (300 credits each), uwu~ ๐งโ๐โจ
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 followerย (250 credits) andย Ice Slice costumeย (350). Members can add on theย Valentine Crushingย accessory (300),ย Cool Flameย (350), andย Healthy Hike costumesย (300). ๐ป
To the right, everyone can get the Pretty Ponytail,ย Nature Trails,ย Short Hugs, andย Small Breeze costumesย (350 credits each), and various romance related tidbits: theย Cupid Bow and Arrowย (400),ย Valentine Bouquetย (150),ย Valentine Chocolate Boxย (150), andย Valentine Heart Balloonย (300). ๐ See it all on the Creators’ Blog ยป
This week is also Lunar New Year, and Poptropica is celebrating the Year of the Tiger with three tiger-based member gifts: aย Tiger Tail,ย Tiger Mask, and Baby Tigerย Follower! ่ๅนดๅคงๅ! ๐ ๐ ๐
Beyond the roar of the tiger, Pop fan art is as lively as ever. Check out the latest features from Poptropica’s Instagram stories:
Hello once again everyone! Spotted Dragon here bringing you the January recap for Community Creations. January’s theme was Arabian Nights, so be sure to check out all the featured artists!
I absolutely love the crisp lines and coloring of this design! Not to mention the wonderful swirly background that really puts a cherry on top of this magical composition. This is a great portrayal of Scheherazade, especially with all those warm pinks! Find their Instagram here.
Careful What You Wish For by Lucky Joker
Now, of course, Scheherazade is not the only genie from Arabian Nights Island. This depiction of Samhal is quite fantastic and the lighting in particular blows me away! The particle effect definite adds a great sense of magic. Find his Instagram here and check out his posts here on the PHB.
A Villain Wish by sleepybiker
Alright, bird man and magic girl look adorable in this art style, don’t you agree? Though the work focuses on Scheherazade and Ringmaster Raven, their plight can really apply to any villain on any island. Pretty hilarious to think about, especially with how ridiculous our Poptropica costumes can be! Find their DeviantArt here.
Scheherazadeย by Purple Paw
With this more realistic art style, Scheherazade jumps from adorable to gorgeous! I love the warm reds and yellow that were added for lighting because it makes the colors so visually interesting to look at. And the texture of the hair and other colors is quite painterly and loose! Find her on the PHC Dirscord and read her posts here on the PHB.
A Whole New World by Smart Icicle
Stepping away from Scheherazade and Samhal but keeping with our genie theme, this work showcases a neat crossover between Poptropica and Disney’s Aladdin. I love the Poptropica-fied versions of these characters! Plus, there’s great attention to detail in such a small composition. Find their DeviantArt here and her PHB posts here.
Honorable Mentions
No honorable mentions this month, so keep sending things in next time! Super creative work as always from everyone. Hopefully I won’t have to spell out “Scheherazade” again for a while though…
February: How Do I Participate?
Community Creations is a cool series for anyone in the Poptropica community to join in on. To sum up what itโs about, itโs basically a chance to show off your artwork, creepy fan-fics, Pop clubhouses, costumes, and anything else that pops into your mind.
If we really like the piece you submit, we will feature it here on the PHB! As long as it relates to that monthโs theme. So what is February’s theme? February’s theme isโฆ
This month, anything comic related is fair game. Make your own superhero costumes, draw your favorite superheroes as Poptropians, you name it. It doesn’t even necessarily have to be superhero themed! Come up with your own Poptropica comic strip, draw characters from the Poptropica Comic series, or even take inspiration from islands like Big Nate. Have fun with it!
Submit: Comment below with a link to whatever youโve created, email it to the PHB team on our Contact page, OR share it with me (SydVC aka Spotted Dragon) on DeviantArt, Twitter, or Discord.
Results: Next month, I will feature 5 submissions that stood out to me the most as well as some honorable mentions.
Limitations: Just make sure you relate to both the theme and Poptropica (and nothing NSFW or otherwise inappropriate).
Due Date: I will take any entries before the end of this month. Submit as many things as youโd like!
I will be sure to let you know I have seen your creation. While quality counts, Iโm mainly looking for something to simply catch my eye, so donโt be afraid to join in!
So what are you waiting for? Go make something awesome!
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