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Clotho
OceanMaster Joined: Jun 23, 2009 Posts: 2668 Status: Offline |
The aim of this event is to introduce player-created seasonal trinkets that will be available for sale at the Palace Shoppe for a limited period. We aim to run this event approximately once every 3 months. The deadline is 11:59:59pm game time on Friday 24th February 2012. Entry thread Trinket Size The final trinket size must be 36 pixels wide by 39 pixels high . Do not provide any image of your design larger than this. You will need to host your image on an external site so that you can post the image. Background The background should be transparent (or plain white if you do not know how to produce a transparent background). Adrielle described a transparency method here. The trinkets use indexed colors and therefore cannot have any semi-transparent elements. The arrrtists can touch things up if they have to, but providing an image ready to go into the game will increase your odds of getting selected. Content The trinket may represent anything seasonal related to Spring, or to any popular holiday or event that takes place during the period from mid-March to mid-June . So, you could choose a generic Spring theme - spring weather, vacations, spring and outdoor activities. Or you could go for a particular holiday or date. Please avoid duplicating a trinket that already exists in the game. If you do choose a National or religious event to commemorate, try to avoid overt national or religious symbology (picking a random example, if you're representing Wales, a daffodil is more likely to be used than a Welsh flag). Whatever the theme you choose, the content of must be appropriate to the game. Further clarification on this: the most important thing is that your trinket has a strong design and is visually appealing. In terms of picking a theme or holiday, it can be any seasonal occurrence or holiday that happens within the allotted time frame, particularly one that has a secular celebration or observance associated with it that can be represented with recognizable symbology of a non-religious or not-necessarily-religious nature. (e.g. anything from purely natural/seasonal themes to the secular celebration of Mardi Gras). You can view the winning Spring trinkets from last year here and the previous winning winter trinkets here. Originality Designs should be your own, and created specifically for this event. One exception to this rule is that you may base your entry on YOUR OWN entry from a previous contest! Colors You can design your trinket to come in a single color variation, or in a range of colors, and you may use up to 3 color variations as many of the trinkets do. If you wish to have the trinket available in multiple colors, please provide two versions of it, in different colors, so it is clear which elements of the trinket change with the color choice. If you're using the cloth-color selection, it's helpful to have one of your variants have RED as the changeable color area. If this isn't possible because of the colors elsewhere in your design, try GREEN or GOLD. If you're using the bone-color selection, it's helpful to have one of your variants have RED as the changeable color area. Style You will want to design the trinket so that the artwork is compatible in style to the trinkets already in the game. Take a look at the YPPedia trinket page for an overview of the trinkets already available. It should be obvious, but no animation! Availability The intention for these trinkets is that the winning entries will be available for purchase in the Palace Shoppe. They will be inscribable. It is just possible that the arrrtists will choose to use the trinket in a different way - for example, being used as an event prize. The final decision will be made by the arrrtists. Prizes A couple of your own trinkets when they become available and a pirate flag (furniture item)! In addition, if you haven't already been awarded it, you will get the Dread Masterpiece trophy when your trinket becomes available in the game. Judging There will be a single stage of judging, undertaken primarily by the arrrtists. They will identify the short list of trinkets that they would like to develop for inclusion in the game. They may wish to edit or adapt the trinket design to 'tweak' the design or to make it fit better with other in-game art. They may ask the player artist to make changes, or they may make changes themselves. The final decision on which trinkets are introduced to the game, and on the final design used, rests with these Ringers. Note that trinkets will only be introduced to the game if there are designs considered suitable. Trinkets chosen in this contest may be made available in-game on different dates and for different durations. Number of entries Each player may make just ONE entry post, and this post may include up to TWO designs. How to enter, and deadline Post your entry in the Entry Thread. Please include the following information at the top of your post: * Pirate name: * Ocean: * Trinket name: (this is your name, but final name for the trinket will be an arrrtist decision) * Theme / date: (explain what your trinket represents - the season generally, a particular holiday or event (give dates) etc) If you have two trinket designs in your entry, remember to put in the entry information for both trinkets! Include your design as an image in the post (see link in next post) - not as a link. If you intend the trinket to be available in multiple colors, include two versions of the trinket in different colors so that it is clear which pieces of the design change with each color choice. The deadline is 11:59:59pm game time on Friday 24th February 2012. Additional information Links: Entry thread (again!) Trinket page Adrielle's mini-guide to setting transparency Standard color options How to post an image on the forum Reminder on how to reply to a post Tips and tricks for entering events (The next event will be the Summer theme posted around May, and covering trinkets relevant for those hot summer months). Please feel free to post in this thread if you have comments, questions, suggestions, or words of encouragement. Good luck, and have fun! Para español, haz clic aquí . Edit: you may use up to 3 color variations ---------------------------------------- Hilando las hebras de la vida pirata... |
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I_Be_Batman
Joined: May 27, 2006 Posts: 78 Status: Offline |
We can ask questions here? ---------------------------------------- Saosin of Miridian (Viridian) Captain of Burn After Rolling King of Odd Future |
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cattrin
Joined: Jan 22, 2005 Posts: 1221 Status: Offline |
^From the Entry Thread. So sure! ---------------------------------------- Cattrin of Avatar by Apollo, Wiske, Shawe, Blakbead, Daeva, Bunnylaroo and Musicologist!
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Clotho
OceanMaster Joined: Jun 23, 2009 Posts: 2668 Status: Offline |
Please feel free to post any comments, questions, suggestions or encouragement in this thread! ---------------------------------------- Hilando las hebras de la vida pirata... |
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I_Be_Batman
Joined: May 27, 2006 Posts: 78 Status: Offline |
Don't make order unless your an OM If I work a buddy on one do we both get recognition for it? I want the trophy :0 ---------------------------------------- Saosin of Miridian (Viridian) Captain of Burn After Rolling King of Odd Future |
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Jongy5
Joined: Dec 20, 2010 Posts: 1297 Status: Offline |
-Cattrin was trying to help you....... -I highly doubt you could share the recognition with somebody else, otherwise [hypothetically] if I could design a trinket with 100 other people would we all get Dread Masterpiece trophies? ---------------------------------------- Musicologist of Emerald (and sometimes Meridian): Self-proclaimed Master Minstrel Clotho tells ye, "I love your musical art, thank you for sharing!" Avvy by the awesome Velternal! |
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I_Be_Batman
Joined: May 27, 2006 Posts: 78 Status: Offline |
Sorry. Missed the So Sure! at the bottom. ---------------------------------------- Saosin of Miridian (Viridian) Captain of Burn After Rolling King of Odd Future |
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I_Be_Batman
Joined: May 27, 2006 Posts: 78 Status: Offline |
2 Pirates. Have a buddy in real life who plays the game too. Two heads think better than one. ---------------------------------------- Saosin of Miridian (Viridian) Captain of Burn After Rolling King of Odd Future |
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cattrin
Joined: Jan 22, 2005 Posts: 1221 Status: Offline |
I'm pretty sure that it should be a singular project, considering the emphasis on "your own" quite a lot, and not "you and a friend", but it's Clotho's decision. :) ---------------------------------------- Cattrin of Avatar by Apollo, Wiske, Shawe, Blakbead, Daeva, Bunnylaroo and Musicologist!
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Clotho
OceanMaster Joined: Jun 23, 2009 Posts: 2668 Status: Offline |
Definitely not encouraged, designs should be your own and created for this contest only! The objective is for artists and potential artists to try their hand at new designs and the trophy is a visual recognition to that effort. Please keep in mind that other players that answer some questions have experience in these types of events and they're only trying to help, and we are very grateful for their input. If the responses are accurate, then there's no need for the OM organizing the event to respond again - we only do so when there's a need for clarification or addition to the responses given. ---------------------------------------- Hilando las hebras de la vida pirata... |
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Ezmerelda_M
Joined: Jan 31, 2006 Posts: 3115 Status: Offline |
With trinkets that are designed to come in various colors, is it ok to include more than two variations? (Like 3 or 4?) =D ---------------------------------------- Adrielle (retired) / @AmazinAdrielle on Twitter |
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Clotho
OceanMaster Joined: Jun 23, 2009 Posts: 2668 Status: Offline |
Historically, we've only allowed up to two. I will consult with the arrrtists and get back to you ---------------------------------------- Hilando las hebras de la vida pirata... |
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Ezmerelda_M
Joined: Jan 31, 2006 Posts: 3115 Status: Offline |
Thanks! =D ---------------------------------------- Adrielle (retired) / @AmazinAdrielle on Twitter |
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Clotho
OceanMaster Joined: Jun 23, 2009 Posts: 2668 Status: Offline |
Confirmation regarding color variations: It's fine to use up to 3 color variations, just make sure to use only the colors available in game and remember to submit a couple of examples so the color changes are clear - Adding note to OP. ---------------------------------------- Hilando las hebras de la vida pirata... |
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Ezmerelda_M
Joined: Jan 31, 2006 Posts: 3115 Status: Offline |
Awesome! =D Thanks Clotho! ---------------------------------------- Adrielle (retired) / @AmazinAdrielle on Twitter |
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Snowpixie
Joined: Aug 14, 2008 Posts: 1446 Status: Offline |
I finally had a minute to scroll through the entries. I. Want. Them. All. These just keep getting better and better... I don't know how you can put such detail into such a tiny space! I especially want the towel. But I want all the others, too =D ---------------------------------------- Imp of Meridian. Superdoodle avatar by Budclare =D |
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Clotho
OceanMaster Joined: Jun 23, 2009 Posts: 2668 Status: Offline |
A little over a day to go... this is exciting! ---------------------------------------- Hilando las hebras de la vida pirata... |
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cattrin
Joined: Jan 22, 2005 Posts: 1221 Status: Offline |
Am I the only one who thought this contest went by extremely fast? xD I swear one day I was entering early and the next it was the 24th. I've had "vial of rain water" and "rain boots" in my head for awhile, but I like the way you guys did them much better than what I've tried. :) ---------------------------------------- Cattrin of Avatar by Apollo, Wiske, Shawe, Blakbead, Daeva, Bunnylaroo and Musicologist!
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pn55406
Joined: Dec 15, 2005 Posts: 124 Status: Offline |
I agree with you Cattrin, it did seem to go by fast. Thank you for the complement, and the rain boots are cool. ---------------------------------------- Blakbead of the Meridian ----------------------------------------------------- Avatar brought to you by Cattrin |
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wuppypuppy2
Joined: Jul 24, 2010 Posts: 226 Status: Offline |
Whew. Judgement day. You know, I drew that duck months ago? I didn't have internet at my house, and I was bored, so I worked on it a lot. His name is Reindeer. Reindeer the duck. ---------------------------------------- Wayfarer of Meridian, formerly Malachite. Wuppypuppy of Cerulean :) I make avatars. |
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Clotho
OceanMaster Joined: Jun 23, 2009 Posts: 2668 Status: Offline |
Drumroll! We have six winners for this event! Claddagh Ring by Ecastasy of Cerulean Blooming Anchor by Adrielle of Meridian Daisy Chain by Adrielle of Meridian Cherry Blossom by Dexla of Cerulean Dread Shamrock by Phaerie of Cerulean Seed Packet by Cattrin of Cerulean Thank you everyone for participating, the designs were all lovely! Congratulations again to all the winners, you will receive the trophy and prizes when your trinket becomes available in the game. Can't wait :) ---------------------------------------- Hilando las hebras de la vida pirata... |
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CapnKkatz
Joined: Jul 11, 2006 Posts: 1436 Status: Offline |
Congratz to all of the winners - very nice entries! :) ---------------------------------------- Greylady, Meridian & Emerald Cronus tells ye, "...it's Hera's doing. She spread those horrid lies of me eating poor innocent babies. *burp*" Cronus tells ye, "When in doubt blame Hera" |
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cattrin
Joined: Jan 22, 2005 Posts: 1221 Status: Offline |
Yay, thank you! :) Congrats to the other winners as well. ---------------------------------------- Cattrin of Avatar by Apollo, Wiske, Shawe, Blakbead, Daeva, Bunnylaroo and Musicologist!
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Phaerie2
Joined: May 4, 2010 Posts: 193 Status: Offline |
Thank you! Love the arrtists rename of the shamrock :D Congrats to everyone that entered, really great ideas that I wish I had thought of! ---------------------------------------- Phaerie on Cerulean "My donkey fell in your waffle hole" ---------------------------------------- [Edit 1 times, last edit by Phaerie2 at Feb 28, 2012 4:57:39 AM] |
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Dexla
Joined: Sep 26, 2006 Posts: 2368 Status: Offline |
Many thanks!! Most importantly, congrats to the winners and to all of you who entered! There were some fantastic entries this season. ---------------------------------------- DEXLA LOUISA MIDNIGHT on Cerulean - Tired, but not necessarily retired. |
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pn55406
Joined: Dec 15, 2005 Posts: 124 Status: Offline |
Congratulations winners! It is fun to enter these events! ---------------------------------------- Blakbead of the Meridian ----------------------------------------------------- Avatar brought to you by Cattrin |
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XEcastasy
Joined: Nov 15, 2005 Posts: 1089 Status: Offline |
I totally almost missed this :O Thanks so much ^_^! Congrats to all the other winners and the people who participated! I look forward to the next batch :D ---------------------------------------- Ecastasy of ... Cerulean Avatar by Pennywhistle! |
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joandart
Joined: Jan 24, 2007 Posts: 1008 Status: Offline |
Now all we need is for Spring to arrive and let us have these goodies! ---------------------------------------- Herowena of Cerulean Still Sleeping With The Fishes Avatar by the Dexterous Dexla |
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Jongy5
Joined: Dec 20, 2010 Posts: 1297 Status: Offline |
.e does double take.... how could I miss an ENTIRE trinket contest?!? ---------------------------------------- Musicologist of Emerald (and sometimes Meridian): Self-proclaimed Master Minstrel Clotho tells ye, "I love your musical art, thank you for sharing!" Avvy by the awesome Velternal! |
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joandart
Joined: Jan 24, 2007 Posts: 1008 Status: Offline |
Blame the eggs. ---------------------------------------- Herowena of Cerulean Still Sleeping With The Fishes Avatar by the Dexterous Dexla |
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