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[quote][b]Event is now closed![/b][/quote]
Welcome to the 8th Sornieth Winter Games, hosted by Clan Diamond Dust! It's a competition between clans from every flight to see who can come out on top and bring home the gold! Eight events will run during the Gala - enter as many as you'd like to earn tickets to the Ice Flight Gala raffles and special prizes (but to be eligible for the grand prize drawing, you need to enter at least six events).
Returning this year is "word of the day" to incorporate into your role play; if you use the word that day, you will be entered into a drawing for a bonus prize.
A brief intro to the event is below, but you can skip directly to the [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3202352#post_53175000]rules[/url]. But don't forget - [b]for your entries to count, you have to post a role play in this thread AND submit a google form for [u]each[/u] event.
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[i]Quick Link to Submittal Form:[/i] [url=https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdqKMtCt8ntwY_bPMYRTxgw_QBgFTv75D0LFR0xu975AVrlqw/viewform?usp=sf_link]Here[/url]
[i]Quick Link to Entry Tracking Spreadsheet:[/i] [url=https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Dl5GhVffPCwYsWyIstpJlscAi6sQGzG0M0M9Xy7nJJM/edit?usp=sharing]Here[/url]
[i]Friday's Word of the Day[/i]: [b]Sneaky[/b]
[i]Saturday's Word of the Day:[/i] [b]Victory[/b]
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Rumors had been flying about ghosts haunting the Crystalline Gala this year. Wild theories abounded. Did they escape from some Gaoler-monitored ice prison? Was an illusionist dragon trying to drum up some viral marketing? Was it all just some dragons' imaginations running wild?
Nonetheless, Ghost Hunting tours and equipment stands seemed to be popping up all over the Gala. Just how do you catch a ghost...? The range of devices for sale ranged widely from nets to some of kind of electrical-powered backpack being labeled "proton pack." Shops were selling ghost-hunting apparel of all kinds - mage's robes, armor, feathers (what??), and protective winter gear. Even the normal stands had themed specials - Ghost Lollipops, Ghost Cupcakes, Ghost Cookies, Ghost Marshmallows in Hot Chocolate, Ghost... you get the idea.
[center][b]Gala Snack Shack[/b]
[item=Ghostcrab] [item=Ghost Cockroach] [item=Wetland Ghost]
[b]The Southern Lights[/b]
[item=HAUNTED FLAME CANDLES] [item=CANDLE CASCADE] [item=Golden Sage Lantern]
[b](Ghost) Familiar Adoption[/b]
[item=Ghosthost Viola] [item=Aragonite Haunt] [item=Frostbite Hummingbird ]
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Rounding the corner, you find Sornieth Winter Games sign-up booth!
On the sign out front, the expectations for competitors are clearly outlined: [i]Your clan can compete in as many or as few events as you'd like, but to be eligible for the overall medals, you need to enter at least six out of eight.[/i]
Taking a deep breath, you get in line and start to mentally prepare for the competition. Would you join all eight events or the minimum to be eligible for the overall medals or just one or two you enjoy most?
Let the Winter Games begin!
[center][img]https://imgur.com/WzanP6r.png[/img][/center]
The short version: pick an event, write a role play post as one of your clan's dragons (either preparing for or competing in the event), copy the link to your post, then fill out the Google Form so your entry can be counted. But please read the rules below for additional details!
[center][u]Table of Contents[/u]
[url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3202352#post_53175000]The Rules/FAQ[/url]
[url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3202352#post_53175002]Events[/url]
[url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3202352#post_53175003]Role Play Tips and Examples[/url]
[url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3202352#post_53175005]Prizes & Participant Badge[/url]
[url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3202352#post_53175009]Ping Lists[/url]
[url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3202352#post_53175012]Thanks/Hub Link[/url]
[url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3202352#post_53175015]Hall of Fame - Clan Awards[/url]
[url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3202352#post_53175018]Hall of Fame - Individual Awards[/url][/center]
[center][url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3202352#post_53175019]Opening Ceremonies[/url] ~ [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3202352/8#post_53290360]Day One Recap [/url]~ [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3202352/10#post_53298937]Day Two Recap[/url]
[url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3202352/13#post_53307680]Day Three Recap[/url] ~ [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3202352/15#post_53315606]Day Four Recap[/url] ~ [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3202352/18#post_53323843]Day Five Recap[/url] ~ [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3202352/20#post_53331375]Day Six Recap[/url]
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Welcome to the 8th Sornieth Winter Games, hosted by Clan Diamond Dust! It's a competition between clans from every flight to see who can come out on top and bring home the gold! Eight events will run during the Gala - enter as many as you'd like to earn tickets to the Ice Flight Gala raffles and special prizes (but to be eligible for the grand prize drawing, you need to enter at least six events).
Returning this year is "word of the day" to incorporate into your role play; if you use the word that day, you will be entered into a drawing for a bonus prize.
A brief intro to the event is below, but you can skip directly to the rules. But don't forget - for your entries to count, you have to post a role play in this thread AND submit a google form for each event.
Quick Link to Submittal Form:Here Quick Link to Entry Tracking Spreadsheet:Here Friday's Word of the Day: Sneaky Saturday's Word of the Day:Victory
Rumors had been flying about ghosts haunting the Crystalline Gala this year. Wild theories abounded. Did they escape from some Gaoler-monitored ice prison? Was an illusionist dragon trying to drum up some viral marketing? Was it all just some dragons' imaginations running wild?
Nonetheless, Ghost Hunting tours and equipment stands seemed to be popping up all over the Gala. Just how do you catch a ghost...? The range of devices for sale ranged widely from nets to some of kind of electrical-powered backpack being labeled "proton pack." Shops were selling ghost-hunting apparel of all kinds - mage's robes, armor, feathers (what??), and protective winter gear. Even the normal stands had themed specials - Ghost Lollipops, Ghost Cupcakes, Ghost Cookies, Ghost Marshmallows in Hot Chocolate, Ghost... you get the idea.
Gala Snack Shack
Ghostcrab
Seafood
This crab haunts beaches, not dragons.
30
3
Ghost Cockroach
Insect
The only thing this creature has in common with a spectre is that certain dragons are terrified of them.
64
8
Wetland Ghost
Seafood
The wetland ghost will molt every month, leaving behind a perfect ghost of itself. The molts are crunchy, but not as satisfying for a young dragon as a full shrimp.
50
5
The Southern Lights
Haunted Flame Candles
Apparel
A spooky assembly of mysterious floating candles. One must be careful when making sudden movements to avoid being singed.
0
Candle Cascade
Apparel
That's not how it's recommended to use a candle, but you do you!
250
Golden Sage Lantern
Apparel
Brilliant gilded lanterns accent the glittering, golden sage!
1600
(Ghost) Familiar Adoption
Ghosthost Viola
Familiar
An otherworldy tune floats on the breeze.
1500
Aragonite Haunt
Familiar
Deactivated golems make an excellent home for wandering spirits.
0
Frostbite Hummingbird
Familiar
Frostbite hummingbirds are the messengers of the Icewarden. These tiny beings are minor ice spirits and not living, breathing birds at all.
1400
Rounding the corner, you find Sornieth Winter Games sign-up booth!
On the sign out front, the expectations for competitors are clearly outlined: Your clan can compete in as many or as few events as you'd like, but to be eligible for the overall medals, you need to enter at least six out of eight.
Taking a deep breath, you get in line and start to mentally prepare for the competition. Would you join all eight events or the minimum to be eligible for the overall medals or just one or two you enjoy most?
Let the Winter Games begin!
The short version: pick an event, write a role play post as one of your clan's dragons (either preparing for or competing in the event), copy the link to your post, then fill out the Google Form so your entry can be counted. But please read the rules below for additional details!
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[LIST]
[*]Opens after rollover on Sunday, January 22 to both in-flight and out of flight.
[*]You can enter as many events as you want each day; however to be eligible for the daily prize, you have to use the word of the day in that day's post. [b]Each event entry requires a separate google form submission to count.[/b]
[*]Participants who post entries in at least six events will be eligible to take home the overall Gold, Silver, or Bronze prize packs.
[*]Post your entry in this thread (no PMs). Please label each entry with the event "Speed Skating," "Luge," etc as appropriate.
[*]You must post a dragon from your clan in your entry, along with a role play (examples below). For team events (example: curling), you may post the entire team or just the team leader/captain.
[*][b]You MUST fill out [url=https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdqKMtCt8ntwY_bPMYRTxgw_QBgFTv75D0LFR0xu975AVrlqw/viewform?usp=sf_link]a form[/url] (click for link) each time you enter an event [/b] or your entry will not be eligible. (You will need your Role Play post URL link.) [u](If you don't have access to Google Forms, please PM me and I can submit your entries.)[/u]
[*]Submitted entries can be viewed on [url=https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Dl5GhVffPCwYsWyIstpJlscAi6sQGzG0M0M9Xy7nJJM/edit?usp=sharing]this spreadsheet[/url].
[*]No entries will be accepted after [b]23:59 FR time on Saturday, January 28[/b] (last full day of Gala).
[*]RNG (random.org) will be used to determine the winners for the prizes in each event category and the overall medals.
[*]You don't need to ping me when posting entries (although definitely ping me if you have a question).
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[b]FAQ:[/b]
[i]I missed submitting my Google form yesterday. Can I submit it late?[/i]
Yes, as long as you include the post's link, you can submit the form any time during the week. However, as I need to submit the number of tickets to the raffle coordinators on Sunday morning, all posts and forms must be completed by 23:59 FR time on the last day (Saturday) of the Gala.
[i]Can I do pairs figure skating or does it have to be individual?[/i]
I'll leave it up to you! All entries in the category will be judge the same (random.org), but you can compete as a single dragon or a pair.
[i]What if I don't have a full team of dragons for ice hockey?[/i]
Not a problem! Behind the scenes, organizers have formed teams for solo competitors with clans in the same flight.
[i]If I have entered the Winter Games five times (or more), shouldn't I be in the Hall of Fame?[/i]
Yes!! However, two things to note: 1. You get inducted after your fifth time playing. So if this year is your fifth year, then you will be inducted the next year during the Opening Ceremonies. 2. I only tracked user names, not user IDs! If you had a user name switch, you'll need to let me know so I can update my list and confirm eligibility.
Opens after rollover on Sunday, January 22 to both in-flight and out of flight.
You can enter as many events as you want each day; however to be eligible for the daily prize, you have to use the word of the day in that day's post. Each event entry requires a separate google form submission to count.
Participants who post entries in at least six events will be eligible to take home the overall Gold, Silver, or Bronze prize packs.
Post your entry in this thread (no PMs). Please label each entry with the event "Speed Skating," "Luge," etc as appropriate.
You must post a dragon from your clan in your entry, along with a role play (examples below). For team events (example: curling), you may post the entire team or just the team leader/captain.
You MUST fill out a form (click for link) each time you enter an event or your entry will not be eligible. (You will need your Role Play post URL link.) (If you don't have access to Google Forms, please PM me and I can submit your entries.)
No entries will be accepted after 23:59 FR time on Saturday, January 28 (last full day of Gala).
RNG (random.org) will be used to determine the winners for the prizes in each event category and the overall medals.
You don't need to ping me when posting entries (although definitely ping me if you have a question).
FAQ:
I missed submitting my Google form yesterday. Can I submit it late?
Yes, as long as you include the post's link, you can submit the form any time during the week. However, as I need to submit the number of tickets to the raffle coordinators on Sunday morning, all posts and forms must be completed by 23:59 FR time on the last day (Saturday) of the Gala.
Can I do pairs figure skating or does it have to be individual?
I'll leave it up to you! All entries in the category will be judge the same (random.org), but you can compete as a single dragon or a pair.
What if I don't have a full team of dragons for ice hockey?
Not a problem! Behind the scenes, organizers have formed teams for solo competitors with clans in the same flight.
If I have entered the Winter Games five times (or more), shouldn't I be in the Hall of Fame?
Yes!! However, two things to note: 1. You get inducted after your fifth time playing. So if this year is your fifth year, then you will be inducted the next year during the Opening Ceremonies. 2. I only tracked user names, not user IDs! If you had a user name switch, you'll need to let me know so I can update my list and confirm eligibility.
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You may compete in any or all of the events this year. Each event requires a separate google form submittal (see rules). To be eligible for the overall clan Gold/Silver/Bronze prize packs, you must enter at least [b]six events[/b] (out of eight).
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[url=https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Slalom_skiing]Alpine Skiing - Slalom[/url] - [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3202352/30#post_53401914]Medal Ceremony[/url]
[url=https://www.olympic.org/cross-country-skiing]Cross-Country Skiing[/url] - [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3202352/30#post_53401914]Medal Ceremony[/url]
[url=https://www.olympic.org/curling]Curling[/url] - Medal Ceremony
[url=https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Figure_skating_at_the_Olympic_Games]Figure Skating[/url] - Medal Ceremony
[url=https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ice_hockey]Ice Hockey[/url] - Medal Ceremony
[url=https://www.olympic.org/luge]Luge (Sledding) [/url] - Medal Ceremony
[url=https://www.olympic.org/ski-jumping]Ski Jumping[/url] - Medal Ceremony
[url=https://www.olympic.org/speed-skating]Speed Skating[/url] - Medal Ceremony
Clan Overall Medal Ceremony
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[i]Please note that Clan Diamond Dust's Lightning dragons have worked hard to make sure each event gives every breed of dragon a fair chance to win. For example, multiple Cross-Country Skiing routes have been created, depending on the type of dragon, and standings will reflect the standardized scores.[/i]
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[url=http://flightrising.com/main.php?dragon=7165160][img]http://flightrising.com/rendern/avatars/71652/7165160.png[/img][/url][nextcol][url=http://flightrising.com/main.php?dragon=8023219][img]http://flightrising.com/rendern/avatars/80233/8023219.png[/img][/url][/columns]
Announcers Jenara and Wishspell will be back this year to provide commentary on the previous day's events and other festival activities! And, as has become tradition, they will also be providing the "word of the day" for you to incorporate into your role play entry for fun and a chance to win bonus prizes!
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[url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3202352#post_53175019]Opening Ceremonies[/url]
[url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3202352/8#post_53290360]Day One Recap[/url]
[url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3202352/10#post_53298937]Day Two Recap[/url]
[url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3202352/13#post_53307680]Day Three Recap[/url]
[url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3202352/15#post_53315606]Day Four Recap[/url]
[url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3202352/18#post_53323843]Day Five Recap[/url]
[url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3202352/20#post_53331375]Day Six Recap[/url]
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You may compete in any or all of the events this year. Each event requires a separate google form submittal (see rules). To be eligible for the overall clan Gold/Silver/Bronze prize packs, you must enter at least six events (out of eight).
Please note that Clan Diamond Dust's Lightning dragons have worked hard to make sure each event gives every breed of dragon a fair chance to win. For example, multiple Cross-Country Skiing routes have been created, depending on the type of dragon, and standings will reflect the standardized scores.
Announcers Jenara and Wishspell will be back this year to provide commentary on the previous day's events and other festival activities! And, as has become tradition, they will also be providing the "word of the day" for you to incorporate into your role play entry for fun and a chance to win bonus prizes!
[center][img]https://i.imgur.com/Su1t0Ro.png[/img][/center]
[LIST]
[*]You can make your role play as long as you want (within reason), but please try to post a minimum of three sentences.
[*]The post can be about your dragon's preparation for the event, or waiting nervously to start, or actually participating. Up to you!
[*]Please don't have your dragons "win" or "lose" the event in your post. You can have them on top of the leader board or have a bad run that initially puts them at the bottom (or not mention it at all), but I do need some flexibility for when the winners are chosen.
[*]Participants are banned from using magic to win or cheating in other ways. Creativity is fine :-)
[*]You can enter the same dragon every day or rotate among clan members. Have fun!
[*]Don't feel the need to enter all the events on the same day - you can spread your entries throughout the entire week of the Gala. Having the ability to enter the events at any time just gives participants greater flexibility with their IRL schedules.
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[i]Example #1[/i]
Figure Skating
[url=http://flightrising.com/main.php?dragon=12320537]
[img]http://flightrising.com/rendern/350/123206/12320537_350.png[/img]
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Lily stepped up to the booth and spoke to the dragon behind the counter. "I'm here to register for Figure Skating." The events were running concurrently this year, due to travel schedules, so dragons had to pick a time slot to compete.
Since she had signed up early, Lily had a lot of flexibility in choosing when she would do her routine in front of the judges. As there were so many other activities during the Gala, she opted to go on Day 1. Having practiced in the offseason, the Skydancer felt fully prepared, although it certainly helped that this was her home rink and she didn't need to have any training sessions to get used to it.
[i]Example #2[/i]
Luge
[url=http://flightrising.com/main.php?dragon=12320535]
[img]http://flightrising.com/rendern/350/123206/12320535_350.png[/img]
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Willow pulled on her safety goggles - although she had a need for speed, the Spiral practiced strict safety first measures.
As she looked down the course, a huge grin spread across her face. Nothing was more exciting than racing down the icy track, taking the turns at breakneck speeds, feeling the cold air rush by her.
The starting pistol jolted her into action. She flew down the track, avoiding even tiny errors that might hurt her place in the standings. Now, she just had to wait for her competitors to finish so she could truly see how she did.
[i]Example #3[/i]
Ice Hockey
[url=http://flightrising.com/main.php?dragon=10060464]
[img]http://flightrising.com/rendern/350/100605/10060464_350.png[/img]
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Time for hockey! Frost put on her equipment and stepped onto the ice. The competition was going to be tough, but she had faith in her team!
You can make your role play as long as you want (within reason), but please try to post a minimum of three sentences.
The post can be about your dragon's preparation for the event, or waiting nervously to start, or actually participating. Up to you!
Please don't have your dragons "win" or "lose" the event in your post. You can have them on top of the leader board or have a bad run that initially puts them at the bottom (or not mention it at all), but I do need some flexibility for when the winners are chosen.
Participants are banned from using magic to win or cheating in other ways. Creativity is fine :-)
You can enter the same dragon every day or rotate among clan members. Have fun!
Don't feel the need to enter all the events on the same day - you can spread your entries throughout the entire week of the Gala. Having the ability to enter the events at any time just gives participants greater flexibility with their IRL schedules.
Example #1
Figure Skating
Lily stepped up to the booth and spoke to the dragon behind the counter. "I'm here to register for Figure Skating." The events were running concurrently this year, due to travel schedules, so dragons had to pick a time slot to compete.
Since she had signed up early, Lily had a lot of flexibility in choosing when she would do her routine in front of the judges. As there were so many other activities during the Gala, she opted to go on Day 1. Having practiced in the offseason, the Skydancer felt fully prepared, although it certainly helped that this was her home rink and she didn't need to have any training sessions to get used to it.
Example #2
Luge
Willow pulled on her safety goggles - although she had a need for speed, the Spiral practiced strict safety first measures.
As she looked down the course, a huge grin spread across her face. Nothing was more exciting than racing down the icy track, taking the turns at breakneck speeds, feeling the cold air rush by her.
The starting pistol jolted her into action. She flew down the track, avoiding even tiny errors that might hurt her place in the standings. Now, she just had to wait for her competitors to finish so she could truly see how she did.
Example #3
Ice Hockey
Time for hockey! Frost put on her equipment and stepped onto the ice. The competition was going to be tough, but she had faith in her team!
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[LIST]
[*]100 Raffle Tickets to Ice's out-of-flight raffle per event completed for out-of-flight participants; 10 Raffle Ticket per event completed to the in-flight raffle for Ice participants.
[i](Tickets won't be added to the master ticket spreadsheet until the Gala ends.)[/i]
[*]Participants who post entries in at least [b]six[/b] events will be eligible to take home the Gold, Silver, or Bronze prize packs. A [url=https://www.random.org/]random number[/url] drawing will determine the winners.
[*]There were also be Gold, Silver, and Bronze winners for each event, also chosen by a random number drawing at the end of the Gala.
[*]No one will go home empty-handed! All players who do not medal will receive a an item souvenir, plus a participant badge.
[*][i]Please allow up to 4 weeks for me to send all the prizes and souvenirs.[/i][/LIST]
[quote][center][b]Participation Badge for All Competing Clans[/b] [/center]
[center][img]https://i.imgur.com/9oZjuhX.png[/img][/center][/quote]
[quote][center][b]Badges for Gold - Silver - Bronze Medalists[/b][/center]
[center][img]https://i.imgur.com/7y4rhMk.png[/img][img]https://i.imgur.com/KM28XfJ.png[/img][img]https://i.imgur.com/P0WOz7B.png[/img] [/center][/quote]
[quote][center][b]Gala Game Badge[/b]
[img]https://i.imgur.com/rcCRpZd.png[/img]
[i]Join in any Gala event or game to claim this badge![/i][/center][/quote]
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[center][b]Gold Medal Winner[/b] [/center]
[center][item=autumnal wreath] [item=Gold Amulet of Alchemy] [item=Gilded Decorative Chest]
[item=resplendent suit] [item=Haunted Flame Candles]
[item=unhatched ice egg] [item=Icewarden Ice Sculpture] [item=winter wind][/center]
[center][b]Winner:[/b] givemeyourbones[/center]
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[quote][center][b]Silver Medal Winner[/b] [/center]
[center][item=umbral wreath] [item=Silver Amulet of Science] [item=Iron Treasure Chest]
[item=florid suit] [item=Solar Flame Candles]
[item=Unhatched Nocturne Egg] [item=Icewarden Ice Sculpture] [item=winter wind]
[center][b]Winner:[/b] Canisa[/center][/quote]
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[center][b]Bronze Medal Winner [/b][/center]
[center][item=green olive wreath] [item=Copper Amulet of Transmutation] [item=Rusted Treasure Chest]
[item=classy suit] [item=Ethereal Flame Candles]
[item=unhatched bogsneak egg] [item=Icewarden Ice Sculpture] [item=winter wind][/center]
[center][b]Winner:[/b] Lundlaeva [/center][/quote]
[center][img]https://i.imgur.com/V6q8KtX.png[/img][/center]
[quote][u][b]Event 1 - Alpine Skiing - Slalom[/b][/u]
[b]1st Place [/b]
[item=Gilded Rose Thorn Crown] [item=sociable striped Locket] [item=the golden sage]
Winner: winterninja
[b]2nd Place[/b]
[item=Umbral Wreath] [item=respectable alabaster Locket] [item=winter wind]
Winner: AceChaser
[b]3rd Place[/b]
[item=green olive wreath] [item=Glamorous Scarlet Locket] [item=Golden Sage Lantern]
Winner: Undermom
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[quote][u][b]Event 2 - Cross-Country Skiing[/b][/u]
[b]1st Place [/b]
[item=Twilight Rose Thorn Crown] [item=sociable striped Locket] [item=hoary scale trunk]
Winner: Deladria
[b]2nd Place[/b]
[item=Umbral Wreath] [item=respectable alabaster Locket] [item=winter wind]
Winner: Disillusionist
[b]3rd Place[/b]
[item=green olive wreath] [item=Glamorous Scarlet Locket] [item=Learned Sage Lantern]
Winner: Stanzascale
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[quote][u][b]Event 3 - Curling[/b][/u]
[b]1st Place [/b]
[item=Sanguine Rose Thorn Crown] [item=sociable striped Locket] [item=tutor's apparel]
Winner: wither48
[b]2nd Place[/b]
[item=Umbral Wreath] [item=respectable alabaster Locket] [item=winter wind]
Winner: Leopardmask
[b]3rd Place[/b]
[item=green olive wreath] [item=Glamorous Scarlet Locket] [item=Verdant Sage Lantern]
Winner: WhitePhoenix
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[quote][u][b]Event 4 - Figure Skating[/b][/u]
[b]1st Place [/b]
[item=Pastel Rose Thorn Crown] [item=sociable striped Locket] [item=cloudberry plumes]
Winner: tigressRising
[b]2nd Place[/b]
[item=Umbral Wreath] [item=respectable alabaster Locket] [item=winter wind]
Winner: Elfydragon
[b]3rd Place[/b]
[item=green olive wreath] [item=Glamorous Scarlet Locket] [item=Charming Sage Lantern]
Winner: Sylpheed
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[quote][u][b]Event 5 - Ice Hockey[/b][/u]
[b]1st Place [/b]
[item=Poisonous Rose Thorn Crown] [item=sociable striped Locket] [item=brutal lion]
Winner: Stanzascale
[b]2nd Place[/b]
[item=Umbral Wreath] [item=respectable alabaster Locket] [item=winter wind]
Winner: winterninja
[b]3rd Place[/b]
[item=green olive wreath] [item=Glamorous Scarlet Locket] [item=Lucky Sage Lantern]
Winner: Magmish
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[quote][u][b]Event 6 - Luge (Sledding)[/b][/u]
[b]1st Place [/b]
[item=Pristine Rose Thorn Crown] [item=sociable striped Locket] [item=ivory mage robes]
Winner: BrutusCourt
[b]2nd Place[/b]
[item=Umbral Wreath] [item=respectable alabaster Locket] [item=winter wind]
Winner: WhitePhoenix
[b]3rd Place[/b]
[item=green olive wreath] [item=Glamorous Scarlet Locket] [item=Dusty Sage Lantern]
Winner: Deladria
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[quote][u][b]Event 7 - Ski Jumping[/b][/u]
[b]1st Place [/b]
[item=Faerie Rose Thorn Crown] [item=sociable striped Locket] [item=autumn grove]
Winner: xenonentity
[b]2nd Place[/b]
[item=Umbral Wreath] [item=respectable alabaster Locket] [item=winter wind]
Winner: Ajgreelyfan3
[b]3rd Place[/b]
[item=green olive wreath] [item=Glamorous Scarlet Locket] [item=Mystic Sage Lantern]
Winner: lyrelore
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[quote][u][b]Event 8 - Speed Skating[/b][/u]
[b]1st Place [/b]
[item=Dusky Rose Thorn Crown] [item=sociable striped Locket] [item=sorcerer's tatters]
Winner: FinalFlight
[b]2nd Place[/b]
[item=Umbral Wreath] [item=respectable alabaster Locket] [item=winter wind]
Winner: Kvon
[b]3rd Place[/b]
[item=green olive wreath] [item=Glamorous Scarlet Locket] [item=ghost flame candles]
Winner: Dessy
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[quote][b]Daily Word of the Day Prizes[/b]
[i]Daily prize winners may only win one daily prize during the week[/i]
Sunday - Hunt - Prize: Celebration Sage Lantern - Winner: Kvon
Monday - Ghost - Prize: Eliminate - Winner: Stanzascale
Tuesday - Haunt - Prize: Primary Gene: Slime - Winner: Leopardmask
Wednesday - Ice - Prize: Scene: Winter - Winner: Skaarsgard
Thursday - Spirit - Prize: Spiffy Suit - Winner: Disillusionist
Friday - Sneaky - Prize: Malign Intent - Winner: WhitePhoenix
Saturday - Victory - Prize: Phoenix - Winner: Magmish [/quote]
100 Raffle Tickets to Ice's out-of-flight raffle per event completed for out-of-flight participants; 10 Raffle Ticket per event completed to the in-flight raffle for Ice participants. (Tickets won't be added to the master ticket spreadsheet until the Gala ends.)
Participants who post entries in at least six events will be eligible to take home the Gold, Silver, or Bronze prize packs. A random number drawing will determine the winners.
There were also be Gold, Silver, and Bronze winners for each event, also chosen by a random number drawing at the end of the Gala.
No one will go home empty-handed! All players who do not medal will receive a an item souvenir, plus a participant badge.
Please allow up to 4 weeks for me to send all the prizes and souvenirs.
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Participation Badge for All Competing Clans
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Badges for Gold - Silver - Bronze Medalists
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Gala Game Badge
Join in any Gala event or game to claim this badge!
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Gold Medal Winner
Autumnal Wreath
Apparel
A wreath of crisp, yellowing leaves that sits atop the head. Crowns such as these are prized possessions as the branches they are made from come from trees that take hundreds of years to mature.
1300
Gold Amulet of Alchemy
Apparel
An oversized amulet inscribed with an alchemy formula.
250
Gilded Decorative Chest
Chests
What a prize! This golden chest gleams in the sunlight and is decorated with jewels and beautiful platinum designs. It's extremely heavy. Surely there is something valuable within.
0
Resplendent Suit
Chests
Contains the resplendent top hat, waistcoat, monocle, spats, cane, tailcoat, pants, ring, dress shirt, and tail spat. 10 items.
6800
Haunted Flame Candles
Apparel
A spooky assembly of mysterious floating candles. One must be careful when making sudden movements to avoid being singed.
0
Unhatched Ice Egg
Dragon Eggs
A razor sharp egg crusted in hoarfrost. It is frigid and heavy, encasing a ferocious creature inside. A single crack is snaking its way along the shell.
0
Icewarden Ice Sculpture
Trinkets
A fragile ice carving designed to look like the Icewarden. It holds an aura of spine-tingling cold about it.
105
Winter Wind
Apparel
Winter is coming.
2000
Winner: givemeyourbones
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Silver Medal Winner
Umbral Wreath
Apparel
A moody crown of dark, ailing leaves that sits atop the head. A chemical in the leaves keeps the forehead of overheated dragons cool.
650
Silver Amulet of Science
Apparel
An oversized amulet inscribed with a scientific formula.
250
Iron Treasure Chest
Chests
A hefty treasure chest made of oak and iron. The lock is strong, but can easily be broken by a strong dragon.
0
Florid Suit
Chests
Contains the Florid top hat, waistcoat, monocle, spats, cane, tailcoat, pants, ring, dress shirt, and tail spat. 10 items.
6800
Solar Flame Candles
Apparel
A spooky assembly of mysterious floating candles. One must be careful when making sudden movements to avoid being singed.
1400
Unhatched Nocturne Egg
Dragon Eggs
A tiny Nocturne hatchling grows within. The thick, armored shell makes it unclear what elemental alignment it has taken.
0
Icewarden Ice Sculpture
Trinkets
A fragile ice carving designed to look like the Icewarden. It holds an aura of spine-tingling cold about it.
105
Winter Wind
Apparel
Winter is coming.
2000
Winner: Canisa
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Bronze Medal Winner
Green Olive Wreath
Apparel
A wreath of supple, healthy leaves that sits atop the head. These crowns are revered as a recognized symbol of athleticism.
650
Copper Amulet of Transmutation
Apparel
An oversized amulet inscribed with a transmutation formula.
250
Rusted Treasure Chest
Chests
A dented chest that is rusted shut. A deft dragon may be able to pry the lock open. A strong one could probably smash it.
0
Classy Suit
Chests
Contains the Classy top hat, waistcoat, monocle, spats, cane, tailcoat, pants, ring, dress shirt, and tail spat. 10 items.
6800
Ethereal Flame Candles
Apparel
A spooky assembly of mysterious floating candles. One must be careful when making sudden movements to avoid being singed.
1400
Unhatched Bogsneak Egg
Dragon Eggs
A tiny Bogsneak hatchling grows within. The thick, armored shell makes it unclear what elemental alignment it has taken.
0
Icewarden Ice Sculpture
Trinkets
A fragile ice carving designed to look like the Icewarden. It holds an aura of spine-tingling cold about it.
105
Winter Wind
Apparel
Winter is coming.
2000
Winner: Lundlaeva
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Event 1 - Alpine Skiing - Slalom
1st Place
Gilded Rose Thorn Crown
Apparel
A twist of thorns with a beautiful bloom makes for a dangerous headpiece. Wear with care.
1600
Sociable Striped Locket
Apparel
Tiny bits and bobs can be stored within the pop-open casing of this shining locket.
1250
The Golden Sage
Chests
Contains the Golden Sage Cover, Lantern, Shawl, Sash, Sleeves, and Tassel. 6 items.
8950
Winner: winterninja
2nd Place
Umbral Wreath
Apparel
A moody crown of dark, ailing leaves that sits atop the head. A chemical in the leaves keeps the forehead of overheated dragons cool.
650
Respectable Alabaster Locket
Apparel
Tiny bits and bobs can be stored within the pop-open casing of this shining locket.
1500
Winter Wind
Apparel
Winter is coming.
2000
Winner: AceChaser
3rd Place
Green Olive Wreath
Apparel
A wreath of supple, healthy leaves that sits atop the head. These crowns are revered as a recognized symbol of athleticism.
650
Glamorous Scarlet Locket
Apparel
Tiny bits and bobs can be stored within the pop-open casing of this shining locket.
1250
Golden Sage Lantern
Apparel
Brilliant gilded lanterns accent the glittering, golden sage!
1600
Winner: Undermom
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Event 2 - Cross-Country Skiing
1st Place
Twilight Rose Thorn Crown
Apparel
A twist of thorns with a beautiful bloom makes for a dangerous headpiece. Wear with care.
500
Sociable Striped Locket
Apparel
Tiny bits and bobs can be stored within the pop-open casing of this shining locket.
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[i]Thread Opening & Daily Reminder[/i]
[u]Ping me[/u] in this thread to get added.
The Daily Reminder pinglist will be used to announce the word of the day, which you can include in your role play post for a chance to win additional prizes. You'll also get to read the Daily Recap posts by Jenara and Wishspell.
[quote][center][b]2023 Winter Games Opening Ping List[/b][/center]
Disillusionist Canisa Deladria Lundlaeva Katsuokai tigressRising FinalFlight Beezarre styygian 8ooks Kvon Doozie Watercolour Stanzascale Sinjin Saronai Noivurn Farore odyssia Dessy alagasianflame shiro3tora Elfydragon Skaarsgard
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[quote][center][b]2023 Winter Games Daily Ping List[/b][/center]
Disillusionist Canisa Deladria Lundlaeva Katsuokai tigressRising FinalFlight Beezarre styygian 8ooks Kvon Doozie Watercolour Stanzascale Sinjin Saronai Noivurn Farore odyssia Dessy alagasianflame shiro3tora Elfydragon Skaarsgard lyrelore Leopardmask ArithMedic AceChaser ClockworkEclipse Islet winterninja
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[i]Winner Announcements[/i]
Ping me in this thread and request to be added to this list if you'd like to receive a ping for the for the medal ceremonies.
[quote][center][b]2023 Winter Games Medal Announcements[/b][/center]
styygian 8ooks Kvon Saronai xenonentity Farore alagasianflame Elfydragon Skaarsgard FinalFlight Leopardmask ArithMedic Canisa shiro3tora reefsharkqueen winterninja Beezarre Katsuokai Deladria Lundlaeva ArithMedic BrutusCourt ClockworkEclipse Kvon Ajgreelyfan3
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[i]Future Openings[/i]
Ping me in this thread and request to be added to this list if you'd like to receive a ping for the 2024 Winter Games (schedule permitting).
[quote][center][b]2024 Winter Games Opening Ping List[/b][/center]
Deladria Beezarre styygian 8ooks Kvon Saronai xenonentity Farore alagasianflame Elfydragon Skaarsgard Disillusionist FinalFlight Leopardmask Canisa reefsharkqueen winterninja Katsuokai shiro3tora Lundlaeva ClockworkEclipse Kvon AceChaser Ajgreelyfan3
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The Daily Reminder pinglist will be used to announce the word of the day, which you can include in your role play post for a chance to win additional prizes. You'll also get to read the Daily Recap posts by Jenara and Wishspell.
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[*]Thank you to everyone who worked on the Gala Art: aurustaurs, TheWinterBard, SairentoTsuki, Croissants, Elfydragon, AlphaSnowdust, Jeon, and HolyGiratina
[*]Thank you to the Gala Planners!
[*]As always, thanks to the crew of Dom Organizers, who keep us going all year!
[*]Special thanks to Thoracosaurus coming to the rescue for the yearly update of the medals!!
[*] Thank you to all the icicles who donated prizes for the Gala this year - it greatly helped fill in the prize packs for the Winter Games and cut down prep time.
[*]Thank you to jbapple, undermom, and tulmultuous for previously supplying me with enough Sand Creepers to prevent me from another year of constantly worrying about having enough for the Autumnal Wreath. Next up: [b]2024 wreath prep![/b]
[*]Thank you to everyone who has supported Ice and participated in our festivities, as well as all the Icicles who helped out this year.
[*]And a final heartfelt thank you to LadyCake for designing the Sornieth Rings & Micheru for designing the Gold - Silver - Bronze medals way back in 2016 & Thoracosaurus for the Clan Medal recolor. [emoji=familiar heart size=1]
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[center][b][color=#254981][size=5]Rep your ghost hunter status with our signature[/color][/size][/b][/center]
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[center][size=2][color=#254981]Art:[b] aurustaurs[/b] | Typesetting: [b]Croissants[/b][/color][/size][/center]
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Thank you to everyone who worked on the Gala Art: aurustaurs, TheWinterBard, SairentoTsuki, Croissants, Elfydragon, AlphaSnowdust, Jeon, and HolyGiratina
Thank you to the Gala Planners!
As always, thanks to the crew of Dom Organizers, who keep us going all year!
Special thanks to Thoracosaurus coming to the rescue for the yearly update of the medals!!
Thank you to all the icicles who donated prizes for the Gala this year - it greatly helped fill in the prize packs for the Winter Games and cut down prep time.
Thank you to jbapple, undermom, and tulmultuous for previously supplying me with enough Sand Creepers to prevent me from another year of constantly worrying about having enough for the Autumnal Wreath. Next up: 2024 wreath prep!
Thank you to everyone who has supported Ice and participated in our festivities, as well as all the Icicles who helped out this year.
And a final heartfelt thank you to LadyCake for designing the Sornieth Rings & Micheru for designing the Gold - Silver - Bronze medals way back in 2016 & Thoracosaurus for the Clan Medal recolor.
[center][size=6][color=000080][b]Opening Ceremonies[/b][/color][/size][/center]
Another year has gone by already, and spectators are back in the audience for the Opening Ceremonies of the Winter Games. Organizers have used very traditional ice / winter decorations this year, and it's a frosty winter wonderland.
There's a small sign by the stage with a donation bin: [i]"Sand Creepers Needed! If your clan has a spare Sand Creeper or two, please consider donating towards next year's Autumnal Crown. Good luck in the Games & happy Gala!"[/i]
Jenara and Wishspell, the announcers for the Winter Games, are at their spots, and contestants begin arriving in the Opening Ceremony parade of athletes.
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Welcome to the Sornieth Winter Games, hosted by Clan Diamond Dust! I'm Jenara, one of the announcers for this event, returning for my [b]eighth[/b] year of hosting duties. As you enjoy the Winter Games, be sure to check out the other Gala events and try a local delicacy or two![/size]
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I'm Wishspell, one of the clan's guides, and I'm back again too! Each day we'll be dropping in to provide updates and announce the [b]word of the day[/b]. Today's (Sunday) word of the day is "[b]Hunt[/b]." If an attendant catches you saying it, you may win a special prize! Please note that this year all Word of the Day prizes will be announced after the end of the Winter Games.[/size]
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[url=http://flightrising.com/main.php?dragon=7165160][img]http://flightrising.com/rendern/avatars/71652/7165160.png[/img][/url][nextcol][size=4] We are going to experiment with the timing of the release of the Word of the Day this year, so please bear with us as we work through a new process. There may be some days when TWO words are active, depending on the timing, but one will always expire at rollover.[/size]
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[url=http://flightrising.com/main.php?dragon=8023219][img]http://flightrising.com/rendern/avatars/80233/8023219.png[/img][/url][nextcol][size=4] We have five new clans being inducted into the Hall of Fame, joining our previous six inductees. You'll recognize all of them from past success on the medal podium. Congratulations to all of our inductees for their clan achievement! [/size]
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[b]2023 Inductees:[/b]
Deladria / WindSky Weyr
Disillusionist / The Disillusionists
Elysadie / Clan Elysadie
Leopardmask / The Wild Oasis
Sidegrinder / Scintillare Spires
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[url=http://flightrising.com/main.php?dragon=7165160][img]http://flightrising.com/rendern/avatars/71652/7165160.png[/img][/url][nextcol][size=4]With so many inductees this year, one dragon was randomly selected to be the flag bearer and lead the athletes into the opening ceremonies - this year, the honor goes to the Andromede, former cross-country skiiing bronze medalist of Clan Elysadie! Again - thank you to those clan for their continued support of the Winter Games. An appreciation gift will be dispatched via courier to your clan at some point in the future.[/size][/columns]
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[url=http://flightrising.com/main.php?dragon=8023219][img]http://flightrising.com/rendern/avatars/80233/8023219.png[/img][/url][nextcol][size=4] Any clan who has attended five Winter Games will be inducted during the opening ceremony the following year, as long as they are active to claim the award. Do note that we are tracking by name, so if you have a (user) name switch and you hit year five, please let us know to update our records! And now, a few final admin items.[/size]
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[url=http://flightrising.com/main.php?dragon=7165160][img]http://flightrising.com/rendern/avatars/71652/7165160.png[/img][/url][nextcol][size=4]To enter events, each clan should choose a dragon to represent their clan [i](can be the same one every time or different dragons for different events)[/i] and be sure to follow the rules. [b]Don’t forget to fill out the Google form for each event you enter or your entry won't be counted![/b] And one last reminder: any dragons caught trying to use magic or special abilities to gain a competitive advantage will be disqualified.[/size][/columns]
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[url=http://flightrising.com/main.php?dragon=8023219][img]http://flightrising.com/rendern/avatars/80233/8023219.png[/img][/url][nextcol][size=4] Given the amount of snow ahead of the games and unpredictable weather, we again have weather mages standing by to protect the competition areas as needed. Now, let the Games begin! Good luck to all our competitors and have an [i]ice[/i] day![/size]
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Another year has gone by already, and spectators are back in the audience for the Opening Ceremonies of the Winter Games. Organizers have used very traditional ice / winter decorations this year, and it's a frosty winter wonderland.
There's a small sign by the stage with a donation bin: "Sand Creepers Needed! If your clan has a spare Sand Creeper or two, please consider donating towards next year's Autumnal Crown. Good luck in the Games & happy Gala!"
Jenara and Wishspell, the announcers for the Winter Games, are at their spots, and contestants begin arriving in the Opening Ceremony parade of athletes.
Welcome to the Sornieth Winter Games, hosted by Clan Diamond Dust! I'm Jenara, one of the announcers for this event, returning for my eighth year of hosting duties. As you enjoy the Winter Games, be sure to check out the other Gala events and try a local delicacy or two!
I'm Wishspell, one of the clan's guides, and I'm back again too! Each day we'll be dropping in to provide updates and announce the word of the day. Today's (Sunday) word of the day is "Hunt." If an attendant catches you saying it, you may win a special prize! Please note that this year all Word of the Day prizes will be announced after the end of the Winter Games.
We are going to experiment with the timing of the release of the Word of the Day this year, so please bear with us as we work through a new process. There may be some days when TWO words are active, depending on the timing, but one will always expire at rollover.
We have five new clans being inducted into the Hall of Fame, joining our previous six inductees. You'll recognize all of them from past success on the medal podium. Congratulations to all of our inductees for their clan achievement!
With so many inductees this year, one dragon was randomly selected to be the flag bearer and lead the athletes into the opening ceremonies - this year, the honor goes to the Andromede, former cross-country skiiing bronze medalist of Clan Elysadie! Again - thank you to those clan for their continued support of the Winter Games. An appreciation gift will be dispatched via courier to your clan at some point in the future.
Any clan who has attended five Winter Games will be inducted during the opening ceremony the following year, as long as they are active to claim the award. Do note that we are tracking by name, so if you have a (user) name switch and you hit year five, please let us know to update our records! And now, a few final admin items.
To enter events, each clan should choose a dragon to represent their clan (can be the same one every time or different dragons for different events) and be sure to follow the rules. Don’t forget to fill out the Google form for each event you enter or your entry won't be counted! And one last reminder: any dragons caught trying to use magic or special abilities to gain a competitive advantage will be disqualified.
Given the amount of snow ahead of the games and unpredictable weather, we again have weather mages standing by to protect the competition areas as needed. Now, let the Games begin! Good luck to all our competitors and have an ice day!