How’s it going, Poptropicans? I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but we have a departure within the Poptropica community.
In early August, Jonathan Pitcher, a longtime Pop Creator who has left his stamp on the game, shared on X/Twitter that his time with Poptropica had come to a close. Considering Jon’s frequent appreciation for Poptropica and the fact he’s currently seeking work elsewhere, this sudden exit appears to be yet another layoff.
Jon Pitcher has worked at Poptropica for well over a decade. His duties included leading the charge in branded advertisement games, then later becoming an art director who contributed to creating new islands and managing the Poptropica store.
Jon leaves behind a legacy for the beloved game that simply can’t be overstated. His contributions to the community will forever be cherished and remembered — we wish him the very best! If you’d like to learn more about Jon’s work and impact, we’ve had the pleasure of interviewing him here on the PHB and have highlighted his Poptropica Portfolio from earlier in his career.
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In a similar light, I too will be stepping away from blogging — on my own blog, Fierce Flyer Adventures, as well as here on the PHB.
As I’ve shared before, being asked to join the Poptropica Help Blog all those years ago is one of my favorite and most cherished moments, and this still holds true. The community I was able to be a part of and the friends I’ve met through Poptropica have changed my life for the better.
I sincerely believe I wouldn’t be where I am today without this chapter in my journey. From the bottom of my heart, thank you all so much for being part of it.
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! ⚡Can you find yourself in the collage graphic?
🖍 Gifted Gladiators 🎶
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. 🤖
Check out the awesome Art Gallery Exhibition packed with some spirited submissions for this event. There’s 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
💪 Brawny Brainiacs 🧠
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! 🪽
🔎 Sensational Scavenger Hunt 🔦
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 hour—an astonishing feat unmatched by any other tribe. Standing tall and triumphant, they secured a stellar score of 80 points! 🔥
🥇 Final Scores🥈
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, we’ve 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…🥁🥁🥁
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! 🏆🎊
🙌 G.O.A.Ts of the Games 👏
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! 🐐
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 on Saturday, August 31 @7pm Eastern / 6pm Central / 5pm Mountain/4pm Pacific (for all other time zones, check a time zone converter). In some parts of the world, it may be Sunday morning, September 1. 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. 😉
Answer: Monster Carnival Island GuideAnswer: Avatar Studio GiftAnswer: Look Book (ignore the typo 🤡)Answer: ComicsAnswer: Fortune Cookie QuotesAnswer: Haunted House GuideAnswer: About Answer: The Poptropica YearbookAnswer: LexiconAnswer: Merchandise Guide
Welcome back once again, Poptropicans, it’s time for the third and final round of the 2024 Tribal Tournament!(If you’ve been under a rock for the past few weeks and have no clue what we’re talking about, check out our previous posts, rounds 1 & 2.) Remember: Although the Brawny Brainiacs Bout is over, the first round—Gifted Gladiators—is open for the remainder of the tournament, so don’t hesitate to start creating now!
I now present the ✨ Sensational Scavenger Hunt! ✨
In this competitive game, you and your team will follow clues, hidden on different pages all over the blog, by answering questions relating to Poptropica.
Here’s how this works: Below, you’ll find your first clue that will hint to any given page here on the blog where the next clue is located. (For example—“A list of many themes and scores enhances islands even more”—would probably lead to the Pop Music page, where you’d find the next clue.) The clue could be anywhere on a page, so you might want to scroll through its entirety to find it.
There are a total of 10 clues you will need to decipher in order to complete this round. The first team to find the last clue and reach “the finish line” will earn 80 points. Second place will earn 70 points, third will get 60, and so forth. If any team doesn’t start the race at all, they won’t receive any points.
Unlike last time, this round will be a collaborative effort that will hopefully bring you and your tribemates closer together. We recommend discussing the clues in your designated tribe channel on the Poptropica Help Chat and to avoid talking about the clues in the comments section as to not ruin the purpose of the race.
Rules:You must go through all of the clues in order to finish the game. If you just so happen to stumble upon the finish line or any clue ahead of the position of where you actually stand in the game, then it will not count unless you have proof that you found the answers for the previous clue(s). We’ll need screenshots of all 10 clues and the finish line for you to earn points.
Join us on the PHC Discord to get involved in this final round!
P.S. Here are the answers to the last week’s Brawny Brainiacs Bout challenges if anybody was curious. 😉 How much could you solve?
Poptropica Word Search Challenge
Character Crossword Challenge
Decode-A-Message Challenge
Clue 1: A-M & N-Z, the first above and the latter below… Message: Gnyyl ub! Answer: Tally ho!
Clue 2: B is Y, G is T, and M is N Message: Gvoo nv blfi hvxivg, zmw r’oo gvoo blf nrmv! Answer: Tell me your secret, and I’ll tell you mine!
Clue 3: Take 8 steps backward (Tip: Use the alphabet as a clock, counterclockwise. When you pass “A” continue with “Z”.) Message: Izm gwc twwsqvo nwz awumwvm? Answer: Are you looking for someone?
Clue 4: Unscramble each word and follow the next step (#) Message: steeh(7), lilw(1), frasn(9), idr(4), on(2), eon(3), fo (6), deomdeslem(8), em(5)? Answer: Will no one rid me of these meddlesome narfs?
Clue 5: Take 2 steps forward and reverse the message (Tip: Use the alphabet as a clock. When you pass “Z” start again at “A”.) Message: ?rlckylpsmr jyzgpr cfr lg qsmgpmragt cz jjgu mfU Answer: Who will be victorious in the Tribal Tournament?
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