Quests & Challenges

Pick up your participation badge and get ready to have some fun. You have two weeks to explore. Keep your camera ready to document the things you have seen. Perhaps you'll even win a prize! AS A REMINDER: Please do not share images that contain personally identifying information such as faces, addresses, place names, or other items that would allow someone to pinpoint you in real life.

[center][url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56637661][color=#008000][b]How to Enter[/b][/url] | [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56637951][color=#008000][b]Rules[/b][/url] | [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56637953][color=#008000][b]FAQs[/b][/url] | [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56638308][color=#008000][b]Tasks[/b][/url] [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56638310][color=#008000][b]Badges[/b][/url] | [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56638376][color=#008000][b]Spreadsheet[/b][/url] | [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56638377][color=#008000][b]Prizes[/b][/url] | [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56638948][color=#008000][b]Credits[/b][/url] [/center] [center][img alt="How to Enter"]https://i.imgur.com/xUXZBiX.png[/img][/center] [columns] [nextcol][indent][font=arial][size=5]This works a lot like any regular scavenger hunt. I give you a list of items to search for, but instead of collecting the items, you take a photograph of them! Grab a copy of [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56638949][color=#af4e0f]the template[/url], reserve your post, then start taking pictures![/size][/font] [nextcol] [indent] [/columns] [columns] [nextcol][indent][font=arial][size=5]I have tried to include a wide variety of challenges, to make sure everyone from around the world has a fair chance, but please be aware that these are supposed to be [i]challenges[/i]. Some people may find things easier than others. Get creative! If you come across a challenge that is absolutely impossible for you, please let me know. I'm sure we can work something out.[/size][/font] [nextcol] [indent] [/columns] [columns] [nextcol][indent][font=arial][size=5]If you're unsure about anything, please don't hesitate to ping or message me: [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/msgs/new?to=Juxta13&subject=RLSH Question][b][color=#af4e0f]@[color=#af4e0f]Juxta13[/b][/url] [color=transparent].....[/color]<<Click my name to start a message. [/size][/font] [nextcol] [indent] [/columns] [center][img alt="Horizontal divider - a green frog reaches with its long tongue trying to catch a Behemoth Cicada."]https://i.imgur.com/akxZs05.png[/img][/center] [columns] [nextcol][indent][font=arial][size=5] All entries must include a card, paper, or something else [i]in the picture[/i] that has your [color=#AF1710][b]username and User ID[/b][/color] as well as the event and date [color=#AF1710][b]“GG 2024”[/b][/color]. I highly recommend using very bold lettering to make it easy to read. [/font][/size] [nextcol] [indent] [/columns] [center][font=arial][size=7]Examples[/font][/size][/center][columns][nextcol][indent][font=arial][size=5][i]Note: I "borrowed" these wonderful examples from one of the first Real-Life Scavenger Hunts that Charliex8 ran, so please forgive the 2018 date.[/i][/size][/font] [nextcol] [indent] [/columns] [columns][indent][url=https://imgur.com/TVQh0Pn][img]http://i.imgur.com/TVQh0Pnt.jpg[/img][/url][nextcol][indent][font=arial][size=5]A perfect example! The username, User ID and the year are clear and easy to read. The flowers are big and certainly can't be missed! [nextcol] [indent] [/columns] [columns][indent][url=https://imgur.com/2vkGiwX][img]http://i.imgur.com/2vkGiwXt.jpg[/img][/url][nextcol][indent][font=arial][size=5]A great example too! Although the name card is blurry, it can still be easily read. Using a photo editor to blur people's faces or details is fine, and so is pointing out your items if they are far away, like these 3 birds in red circles. [nextcol] [indent] [/columns] [columns][indent][url=https://imgur.com/rInl94p][img]http://i.imgur.com/rInl94pt.jpg[/img][/url][nextcol][indent][font=arial][size=5]A lovely photo but the name card is nowhere to be seen, so I can't accept this entry. You are welcome to take nice pictures of your own, though. Feel free to share them in the thread if you are extra pleased with them. [nextcol] [indent] [/columns] [center][img alt="A pair of periodical cicada wings displayed between two oak branches leaking tree sap."]https://i.imgur.com/Utq1YoK.png[/img][/center] [columns] [nextcol][indent][font=arial][size=5]Upload your photos to an image sharing website (such as [url=https://imgur.com/][color=#af4e0f]imgur.com[/url][font=arial][size=5]), and share it in this thread. If you aren't able to post the image, please let me know. If I can't assist, I may allow you to post a link instead, but it makes things much easier to have the pictures visible here. Please use the same post for all your entries! To make things easier, you can paste [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56638949][color=#af4e0f]this template[/url] to help with tracking. I will try to keep up with everyone's entries, but when you edit your original post, please ping me if you want me to check it and update your points. Please [u]do not delete your post[/u] - even if you decide you're not going to have time to participate. I make note of the links to everyone's posts. Deleting a post can change the url for the posts that are after it. You are welcome to change or remove content within it, though. Thanks. [/size][/font] [center][img alt="A green caterpillar."]https://i.imgur.com/ylLkvIf.png[/img][color=transparent]XXXXXXXX[/color][img alt="A brown caterpillar."]https://i.imgur.com/6Zq7MFR.png[/img][color=transparent]XXXXXXXX[/color][img alt="A green caterpillar with a red stripe and yellow spikes."]https://i.imgur.com/VFg65cR.png[/img][/center]

[center][url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56637661][color=#008000][b]How to Enter[/b][/url] | [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56637951][color=#008000][b]Rules[/b][/url] | [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56637953][color=#008000][b]FAQs[/b][/url] | [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56638308][color=#008000][b]Tasks[/b][/url] [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56638310][color=#008000][b]Badges[/b][/url] | [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56638376][color=#008000][b]Spreadsheet[/b][/url] | [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56638377][color=#008000][b]Prizes[/b][/url] | [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56638948][color=#008000][b]Credits[/b][/url] [/center] [center][img alt="Rules"]https://i.imgur.com/QtWRn4B.png[/img][/center] [columns] [color=transparent]xxxx[/color] [nextcol][color=transparent]x x x x x x x x x x x x[/color] [img alt="A flying Northern Glass cicada."]https://i.imgur.com/xPe4FEn.png[/img] [color=transparent]x x x x x x x x x[/color] [img alt="A blue and pink Northern Glass cicada gives off sparkles."]https://i.imgur.com/KCqp9PR.png[/img] [color=transparent]x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x[/color] [img alt="Vertical divider - an orange cat stretches up trying to catch a flying Behemoth cicada."]https://i.imgur.com/zPWbcsh.png[/img] [nextcol][color=transparent]xxx[/color] [nextcol][columns][img]https://i.imgur.com/e1UgWPl.png[/img] [nextcol][color=transparent]x[/color] [nextcol][font=arial][size=5]Stay safe! The real world can be a dangerous place. If you venture outside, [u]don't put yourself at risk![/u][/columns] [color=transparent]XX XX[/color] [columns][img]https://i.imgur.com/e1UgWPl.png[/img] [nextcol][color=transparent]x[/color] [nextcol][font=arial][size=5]All entries [u]must[/u] be in by [color=#075C15][b]Saturday, June 1st 23:45 FR time.[/b][/color] [b][u]DO NOT edit your post[/u][/b] after this time or your entries will not count![/columns] [color=transparent]XX XX[/color] [columns][img]https://i.imgur.com/e1UgWPl.png[/img] [nextcol][color=transparent]x[/color] [nextcol][font=arial][size=5]All entries must belong to you and must be done within the start and end date of the contest.[/columns] [color=transparent]XX XX[/color] [columns][img]https://i.imgur.com/e1UgWPl.png[/img] [nextcol][color=transparent]x[/color] [nextcol][font=arial][size=5]This event is open to all flights including Nature.[/columns] [color=transparent]XX XX[/color] [columns][img]https://i.imgur.com/e1UgWPl.png[/img] [nextcol][color=transparent]x[/color] [nextcol][font=arial][size=5]All entries must include your name card unless specifically stated. Cutting off some of the text is acceptable as long as I can still tell that it belongs to you.[/columns] [color=transparent]XX XX[/color] [columns][img]https://i.imgur.com/e1UgWPl.png[/img] [nextcol][color=transparent]x[/color] [nextcol][font=arial][size=5][b]Do not share images that contain personally identifying information such as faces, addresses, place names, or other items that would allow someone to pinpoint you in real life.[/b][/columns] [color=transparent]XX XX[/color] [columns][img]https://i.imgur.com/e1UgWPl.png[/img] [nextcol][color=transparent]x[/color] [nextcol][font=arial][size=5]Editing photos is not allowed apart from cropping, labeling, highlighting items, or blurring faces/place names etc.[/columns] [color=transparent]XX XX[/color] [columns][img]https://i.imgur.com/e1UgWPl.png[/img] [nextcol][color=transparent]x[/color] [nextcol][font=arial][size=5]You can include multiple items in the same photo to save space. If you do, [u]please[/u] label them to make it easier for me to identify everything.[/columns] [color=transparent]XX XX[/color] [columns][img]https://i.imgur.com/e1UgWPl.png[/img] [nextcol][color=transparent]x[/color] [nextcol][font=arial][size=5]You can enter your photo into multiple categories if it includes more than one item or fits multiple challenges.[/columns] [color=transparent]XX XX[/color] [columns][img]https://i.imgur.com/e1UgWPl.png[/img] [nextcol][color=transparent]x[/color] [nextcol][font=arial][size=5]If you are struggling to photograph some of the harder items (such as a moving animal) with your card, you may take 2 photos - one of the item and a proof photo containing your name card with exactly the same features as the first photo.[/columns] [color=transparent]XX XX[/color] [columns][img]https://i.imgur.com/e1UgWPl.png[/img] [nextcol][color=transparent]x[/color] [nextcol][font=arial][size=5]When you're out on your adventure, don't forget to take a break for lunch! Pack plenty of water, wear sunscreen, and remember to wear comfortable shoes![/columns] [color=transparent]XX XX[/color] [columns][img]https://i.imgur.com/e1UgWPl.png[/img] [nextcol][color=transparent]x[/color] [nextcol][font=arial][size=5]Do not hurt any animals or damage any living plants.[/columns] [color=transparent]XX XX[/color] [columns][img]https://i.imgur.com/e1UgWPl.png[/img] [nextcol][color=transparent]x[/color] [nextcol][font=arial][size=5]Have fun and enjoy your experience![/columns] [/size][/font][nextcol] [indent] [/columns]

[center][url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56637661][color=#008000][b]How to Enter[/b][/url] | [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56637951][color=#008000][b]Rules[/b][/url] | [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56637953][color=#008000][b]FAQs[/b][/url] | [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56638308][color=#008000][b]Tasks[/b][/url] [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56638310][color=#008000][b]Badges[/b][/url] | [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56638376][color=#008000][b]Spreadsheet[/b][/url] | [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56638377][color=#008000][b]Prizes[/b][/url] | [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56638948][color=#008000][b]Credits[/b][/url] [/center] [center][img alt="F.A.Q."]https://i.imgur.com/MhcmXGc.png[/img][/center] [columns][indent][columns][img]https://i.imgur.com/Tu6GWS8.png[/img][color=transparent]X[/color][nextcol][font=arial][size=5][b]Can I record all of my entries in one post?[/b][/size] [size=5]Absolutely! In fact, that is probably the easiest way for me to keep track of things. I will be reviewing everything at the end, but feel free to ping me (in a separate post) to let me know when you add something new. Make sure you [u]do not[/u] edit the post after the deadline![/size][/columns] [color=transparent]XX[/color] [columns][img]https://i.imgur.com/Tu6GWS8.png[/img][color=transparent]X[/color][nextcol][font=arial][size=5][b]Do I have to complete [i]every[/i] challenge to be eligible for the badge or a prize?[/b][/size] [size=5]No. You can claim the participation badge as soon as you make your first entry. Each challenge has a point value, so you will earn tickets based on how much you complete. If you complete everything, you will have the best chance at choosing a nice prize (and you earn the fantastic completion badge), but it is certainly not necessary.[/size][/columns] [color=transparent]XX[/color] [columns][img]https://i.imgur.com/Tu6GWS8.png[/img][color=transparent]X[/color][nextcol][font=arial][size=5][b]How do I know how well I am doing?[/b][/size] [size=5]You can check the spreadsheet at any time to make sure I have recorded your entries and see your ticket totals. Please allow me 24 hours after you ping me for the entry to be recorded. After that, feel free to pester me![/size][/columns] [color=transparent]XX[/color] [columns][img]https://i.imgur.com/Tu6GWS8.png[/img][color=transparent]X[/color][nextcol][font=arial][size=5][b]I simply don't have access to (insert item here). What can I do?[/b][/size] [size=5]Most of these should be things you can find in or around your home. But, if not, get creative! Is it something you can draw or make? I will be very flexible about what qualifies for each challenge if I can tell that you have put in some effort![/size][/columns] [color=transparent]XX[/color] [columns][img]https://i.imgur.com/Tu6GWS8.png[/img][color=transparent]X[/color][nextcol][font=arial][size=5][b]I found a better (insert item here). Can I post it instead?[/b][/size] [size=5]You are welcome to post multiple entries for the same challenge or update your earlier posts, but you will only receive points once. If you are having fun with a particular challenge, feel free to share![/size][/columns] [color=transparent]XX[/color] [columns][img]https://i.imgur.com/Tu6GWS8.png[/img][color=transparent]X[/color][nextcol][font=arial][size=5][b]Can I keep track of everything in one Google doc and just include the link here?[/b][/size] [size=5]Unfortunately, no. Since I can't tell when the document was last edited, this could allow you extra time to complete the challenges, and that wouldn't be fair to everyone else. As much as possible, I would like to include images and text within your posts here. If you are having trouble posting something, please let me know, so we can work out an alternative.[/size][/columns] [color=transparent]XX[/color] [/font][nextcol][color=transparent]xx[/color] [nextcol][color=transparent]. . . . . . .[/color] [img alt="A flying Northern Glass cicada."]https://i.imgur.com/xPe4FEn.png[/img] [color=transparent]. . . . . . .[/color] [img alt="A flying Behemoth cicada."]https://i.imgur.com/7RreBr5.png[/img] [color=transparent]. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[/color] [img alt="Vertical divider - an orange cat stretches up trying to catch a flying Northern Glass cicada."]https://i.imgur.com/t7ByTR6.png[/img] [nextcol][indent][/columns]

[center][url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56637661][color=#008000][b]How to Enter[/b][/url] | [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56637951][color=#008000][b]Rules[/b][/url] | [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56637953][color=#008000][b]FAQs[/b][/url] | [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56638308][color=#008000][b]Tasks[/b][/url] [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56638310][color=#008000][b]Badges[/b][/url] | [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56638376][color=#008000][b]Spreadsheet[/b][/url] | [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56638377][color=#008000][b]Prizes[/b][/url] | [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56638948][color=#008000][b]Credits[/b][/url] [/center] [center][img alt="Tasks"]https://i.imgur.com/CGP3E6o.png[/img][/center] [columns][indent][font=arial][size=5][b]Overall Notes:[/b] Do not include any identifying images of yourself, those around you, or your location! Do not put yourself at risk! Most of these should be things you can find in or around your home. If not, get creative! [b]DO NOT edit your post after Saturday, June 1st 23:45 FR time![/b] To make things easier, I have created [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56638949]a template here[/url] so that you can copy and paste the task list into your own post. There is also a printable (or digital) checklist available [url=https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FuOFZwSxkWHMew0SlBbbddCIuZLJjUwuDqa8ETN6WyI/edit?usp=sharing]here[/url] to take with you.[/size][/font] [nextcol][indent][/columns] [center][img]https://i.gyazo.com/3c03b2cd1bc40f26d5fae4fcdd259ba2.png[/img] [font=arial][size=7][b]Introductions![/b][/size] [img]https://i.gyazo.com/3c03b2cd1bc40f26d5fae4fcdd259ba2.png[/img][/center] [columns][indent][font=arial][size=5][b]#1 - Introduce yourself![/b] - [i]5 points[/i][/size] [font=arial][size=5](no photo needed) Tell us about yourself! How long have you been here? What flight are you in? What do you like most about the site? Anything you like![/size] [font=arial][size=5][b]#2 - Create your ID[/b] - [i]5 points[/i][/size] [font=arial][size=5]It should include your user name, user ID, the event, and date. But, feel free to include any other personalization you like. Show it off! If you lose it just make a replacement and add it here. (Yes, if you manage to write a recognizable name or symbol [u]and[/u] GG24 on your hand/finger/nail, I suppose that can count.)[/size] [font=arial][size=5][b]#3 - Take a friend![/b] - [i]5 points[/i][/size] [font=arial][size=5](no photo needed) Ping a friend or two that might like to join your adventure. (You are welcome to ping yourself to find your way back or ping me if you don't want to ping anyone else!) [/size] [font=arial][size=5][b]#4 - Clan Representative[/b] - [i]5 points[/i][/size] [font=arial][size=5](no photo needed) Who will be representing your lair? Show off your lair entomologist or the dragon just fascinated by bugs.[/size] [font=arial][size=5][b]#5 - Be prepared[/b] - [i]5 points[/i][/size] [font=arial][size=5](no photo needed) Use the dressing room to create the perfect outfit for exploring the great outdoors and share it here.[/size][/indent] [nextcol][indent][/columns] [center][img]https://i.gyazo.com/3c03b2cd1bc40f26d5fae4fcdd259ba2.png[/img] [font=arial][size=7][b]They're everywhere![/b][/size] [img]https://i.gyazo.com/3c03b2cd1bc40f26d5fae4fcdd259ba2.png[/img][/center] [columns][indent][font=arial][size=5]Cicadas are found [i]almost[/i] everywhere - on all continents except Antarctica.[/size] [font=arial][size=5][b]#6 - World map or globe[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] [b]#7 - Sidewalk or walkway[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] [b]#8 - The ground[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] [b]#9 - Window ledge or frame[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] [b]#10 - A planter or pot[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] [b]#11 - Stairs[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] [b]#12 - A railing or low wall[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] [b]#13 - Any part of a car, bicycle, or boat[/b] - [i]10 points[/i][/size][/indent] [nextcol][indent][/columns] [center][img]https://i.gyazo.com/3c03b2cd1bc40f26d5fae4fcdd259ba2.png[/img] [font=arial][size=7][b]What they are NOT[/b][/size] [img]https://i.gyazo.com/3c03b2cd1bc40f26d5fae4fcdd259ba2.png[/img][/center] [columns][indent][font=arial][size=5]Despite common confusion, cicadas are not locusts and do not harm crops. Let's find some other bug friends that cicadas are not.[/size] [font=arial][size=5][b]#14 - Bee or wasp[/b] - [i]10 points each![/i] Be careful if it's a real one! [b]#15 - Lady bug[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] [b]#16 - Spider[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] [b]#17 - Butterfly or Moth[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] [b]#18 - Beetle[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] [b]#19 - Cricket or Grasshopper[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] [b]#20 - Fly or fruit fly[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] [b]#21 - Dragonfly[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] [b]#22 - Ant[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] [b]#23 - Firefly (or small fairy/twinkle lights)[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] [/size] [nextcol][indent][/columns] [center][img]https://i.gyazo.com/3c03b2cd1bc40f26d5fae4fcdd259ba2.png[/img] [font=arial][size=7][b]A Closer Look[/b][/size] [img]https://i.gyazo.com/3c03b2cd1bc40f26d5fae4fcdd259ba2.png[/img][/center] [columns][indent][font=arial][size=5]Cicadas are one of the longest living insects. They spend most of that time underground.[/size] [font=arial][size=5][b]#24 - Egg[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] Cicadas can lay up to 600 eggs (typically 200-400) in trees and shrubs. [b]#25 - Hole in the ground[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] When the nymphs hatch, they drop and burrow underground where they can remain for years until it is time to emerge. [b]#26 - Shell[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] When a nymph becomes an adult, it leaves its shell behind. [b]#27 - Leg[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] Like other insects, cicadas have six. [b]#28 - Wing[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] Their wings range from 2.5 cm to 15 cm long. [b]#29 - Eye[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] Cicadas have five: two large compound eyes and three ocelli between those - most likely used to detect light and darkness. [/size] [nextcol][indent][/columns] [center][img]https://i.gyazo.com/3c03b2cd1bc40f26d5fae4fcdd259ba2.png[/img] [font=arial][size=7][b]Things that fly (better)[/b][/size] [img]https://i.gyazo.com/3c03b2cd1bc40f26d5fae4fcdd259ba2.png[/img][/center] [columns][indent][font=arial][size=5]Periodical cicadas are notoriously bad flyers, and they often run into things! These might do a bit better.[/size] [font=arial][size=5][b]#30 - Flag[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] [b]#31 - Kite[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] [b]#32 - Clouds[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] [b]#33 - Bird(s)[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] [b]#34 - Dragon[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] [b]#35 - Plane[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] (Yes, Airplanefoxx and scylla, this one's for you.)[/size] [nextcol][indent][/columns] [center][img]https://i.gyazo.com/3c03b2cd1bc40f26d5fae4fcdd259ba2.png[/img] [font=arial][size=7][b]Feeding Time[/b][/size] [img]https://i.gyazo.com/3c03b2cd1bc40f26d5fae4fcdd259ba2.png[/img][/center] [columns][indent][font=arial][size=5]Modified mouthparts are designed to feed on liquids rather than solids. They extract nutrients from trees and their roots.[/size] [font=arial][size=5][b]#36-#37 - Trees[/b] - [i]10 points each[/i] Two different types of trees. [b]#38 - Roots[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] [/size][nextcol][indent][/columns] [center][img]https://i.gyazo.com/3c03b2cd1bc40f26d5fae4fcdd259ba2.png[/img] [font=arial][size=7][b][s]Mating[/s] Dating Helpers[/b][/size] [img]https://i.gyazo.com/3c03b2cd1bc40f26d5fae4fcdd259ba2.png[/img][/center] [columns][indent][font=arial][size=5]As soon as they shed their shell, male cicadas begin trying to attract a mate. Maybe these would help?[/size] [font=arial][size=5][b]#39 - Chocolate[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] [b]#40 - Flowers[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] [b]#41 - A "love" letter[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] Stationary, heart stickers, or write a fake love letter. [b]#42 - Art[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] [b]#43 - A picnic[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] Food + Outdoors [b]#44 - Walk in the park[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] A park bench or outdoor seat [b]#45 - Dinner[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] A menu (Don't show the location!) [b]#46 - Movie[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] DVD, video, or a device you would use to watch a show. [b]#47 - Music[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] CD, vinyl record, or a device you would use to play music. [/size][nextcol][indent][/columns] [center][img]https://i.gyazo.com/3c03b2cd1bc40f26d5fae4fcdd259ba2.png[/img] [font=arial][size=7][b]NOISE[/b][/size] [img]https://i.gyazo.com/3c03b2cd1bc40f26d5fae4fcdd259ba2.png[/img][/center] [columns][indent][font=arial][size=5]Unfortunately, cicadas find a mate by screaming! Actually they rub their wings, and a special part of their exoskeleton called a "timbal" makes the identifiable clicking sound. Their love "song" can reach 120 dB (as loud as a chainsaw). So, let's make some noise![/size] [font=arial][size=5][b]#48 - Radio[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] [b]#49 - Wind chime[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] [b]#50 - Drum, shaker, or percussion instrument[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] [b]#51 - String instrument[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] [b]#52 - Keyboard[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] [b]#53 - Bell[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] [b]#54 - Power tool[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] From what I've heard, it is the finest music to cicadas, and it's better not to plan home improvement projects during their active periods. [/size][nextcol][indent][/columns] [center][img]https://i.gyazo.com/3c03b2cd1bc40f26d5fae4fcdd259ba2.png[/img] [font=arial][size=7][b]Creative Uses[/b][/size] [img]https://i.gyazo.com/3c03b2cd1bc40f26d5fae4fcdd259ba2.png[/img][/center] [columns][indent][font=arial][size=5]Cicadas have no defenses except their sheer number: They are slow, clumsy fliers that do not sting, bite, or hide. Because they are so abundant, many like to find ways to use them or the shells they leave behind. [/size] [font=arial][size=5][b]#55 - Recipe[/b] - [i]15 points[/i] Share a creative "recipe" (doesn't have to be food) that involves cicadas or shells. (No photo required - only the details.) [/size] [nextcol][indent][/columns] [center][img]https://i.gyazo.com/3c03b2cd1bc40f26d5fae4fcdd259ba2.png[/img] [font=arial][size=7][b]Bonus![/b][/size] [img]https://i.gyazo.com/3c03b2cd1bc40f26d5fae4fcdd259ba2.png[/img][/center] [columns][indent][font=arial][size=5]In case you were having trouble with a couple of the tasks, here is an alternative to make up the points. (Only 530 are needed for the completion badge, but the maximum possible is 550 with the bonus.)[/size] [font=arial][size=5][b]#56 - Cicada[/b] - [i]10 points each[/i] Include a picture or a drawing of a cicada! [b]#57 - Type[/b] - [i]10 points[/i] Tell us what type of cicada you showed in #56. (No photo required.) 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[center][url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56637661][color=#008000][b]How to Enter[/b][/url] | [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56637951][color=#008000][b]Rules[/b][/url] | [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56637953][color=#008000][b]FAQs[/b][/url] | [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56638308][color=#008000][b]Tasks[/b][/url] [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56638310][color=#008000][b]Badges[/b][/url] | [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56638376][color=#008000][b]Spreadsheet[/b][/url] | [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56638377][color=#008000][b]Prizes[/b][/url] | [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56638948][color=#008000][b]Credits[/b][/url] [/center] [center][img alt="Prizes"]https://i.imgur.com/Rx6No4C.png[/img][/center] [center][img alt="A single oak branch leaking tree sap facing left."]https://i.imgur.com/6rIosMj.png[/img][/center] [center][size=7][b]All claimed!![/b][/size] [center][img alt="A single oak branch leaking tree sap facing right."]https://i.imgur.com/CyvYG0a.png[/img][/center] [center][img alt="Claimed Prizes"]https://i.imgur.com/d2XCQX9.png[/img][/center] [center](Don't bother looking at these.)[/center] [center][quote=Blessed Be Your RNG!] [size=5][b]One unhatched egg of your choice![/b][/size] [img]https://i.imgur.com/YUgb45c.png[/img] [/quote] [quote=Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Bug] [item=Tertiary Gene: Firefly] Tertiary Gene: Firefly [/quote] [quote=Shrimps is Bugs] [item=Tertiary Sandsurge Gene: Chitin] Tertiary Sandsurge Gene: Chitin [/quote] [quote=Paint by the Pines] [size=5][b]Art by Pinopsida[/b][/size] [size=4]Full-color, no background, Dragons or Animals[/size] [url=https://toyhou.se/27186726.flight-rising-art-examples][color=#008000][size=4]Click here for more examples.[/size][/color][/url] [img]https://f2.toyhou.se/file/f2-toyhou-se/images/81787959_0RvW5aiAwuwWPGC.png[/img][img]https://f2.toyhou.se/file/f2-toyhou-se/images/81787687_uYMfQJTRfUMd12M.png[/img] [/quote] [quote=Farm to Table] [b][size=5]Farming by Juxta13 ALL drops from two hours of farming in your choice of [u]any[/u] Coliseum venue(s).[/size][/b] [img]https://i.imgur.com/Rk3sVgp.png[/img] [/quote] [quote=Get Your Float Ready!] [item=Ancient Gene Parchment: Display] [item=Ancient Gene Parchment: Parade] Ancient Gene Parchment: Display, Ancient Gene Parchment: Parade [/quote] [quote=Self Defense] [item=Eliminate] [item=Rally] [item=Haste] [item=Sap] [item=Berserker] [item=Berserker] [item=Berserker] [item=Ambush] [item=Ambush] Eliminate, Rally, Haste, Sap, 3 Berserker, 2 Ambush [/quote] [quote=Crimson & Clover (Over & Over)] [columns][url=https://www1.flightrising.com/dragon/85349057][img]https://www1.flightrising.com/dgen/dressing-room/dragon?did=85349057&skin=0&apparel=30205,30843,30839,30844&xt=dressing.png[/img][/url][nextcol][font=Century Gothic][color=transparent]xxxxxxx[/color][size=5][i][b]Prize[/b][/i][/size][color=transparent]xxxxxxxxxxxx[/color][font=Century Gothic] [img]https://www1.flightrising.com/static/icons/primary-gene.png[/img] Shamrock [b]Petals[/b] [img]https://www1.flightrising.com/static/icons/secondary-gene.png[/img] Shamrock [b]Butterfly[/b] [img]https://www1.flightrising.com/static/icons/tertiary-gene.png[/img] Shamrock [b]Glimmer[/b] [img]https://www1.flightrising.com/static/icons/eye-type-normal.png[/img] Nature [b]Uncommon[/b] [img]https://www1.flightrising.com/static/icons/birthday-cake.png[/img] Apr. 06, 2023 [b](1 year old)[/b] [img]https://www1.flightrising.com/static/cms/icons/113.png[/img] XXX, unbred, [b]Fully gened[/b] [img]https://www1.flightrising.com/static/cms/icons/69.png[/img] Level 25 [img]https://www1.flightrising.com/static/cms/icons/50.png[/img] Coded Bio, No Lore [img]https://www1.flightrising.com/static/cms/icons/8.png[/img] Familiar Included: [item=Bloomback Slink][/columns] [center][font=Century Gothic]Items Included: [item=Scroll of Renaming][item=Gladegift Garlands][item=Verdant Starsilk Cloak][item=Verdant Starsilk Scarf][item=Verdant Starsilk Earrings] [i]Bloomback Slink, Scroll of Renaming, Gladegift Garlands, Verdant Starsilk Cloak, Verdant Starsilk Scarf, Verdant Starsilk Earrings.[/i][/quote] [/center] [quote=Jewel of Your Collection] [item=Swarming Devourer] [item=Swarm Sovereign] Swarming Devourer, Swarm Sovereign [/quote] [quote=Hole in the Ground] [item=Bun-Bun Burrow] Bun-Bun Burrow [/quote] [quote=Turns Out Insects Are A Girl's Best Friend] [img]https://www1.flightrising.com/dgen/dressing-room/dummy?breed=14&gender=1&skin=0&apparel=18030&xt=dressing.png[/img] [item=Butterfly's Kiss] Butterfly's Kiss [/quote] [quote=Southern Hemisphere Appreciation] [img]https://www1.flightrising.com/dgen/dressing-room/dummy?breed=13&gender=0&skin=0&apparel=25022,25023,25020,25024,25019,25025,25021&xt=dressing.png[/img] [item=Autumn Grove] Autumn Grove [/quote] [quote=The Mythical Mith Menagerie] [item=Brown-Spotted Mith] [item=Cinder Mith] [item=Clouded Mith] [item=Construction Mith] [item=Goldenplains Poodle Mith] [item=Luna Mith] [item=Marshland Poodle Mith] [item=Mith Bruiser] [item=Mith Loremaster] [item=Mith Spellstealer] [item=Primrose Mith] [item=Regal Silkmith] [item=Sentinel Mith] [item=Silkmith] Brown-Spotted Mith, Cinder Mith, Clouded Mith, Construction Mith, Goldenplains Poodle Mith, Luna Mith, Marshland Poodle Mith, Mith Bruiser, Mith Loremaster, Mith Spellstealer, Primrose Mith, Regal Silkmith, Sentinel Mith, Silkmith [/quote] [quote=The Hand That Feeds] [item=Ancient Gene Parchment: Mandibles] Ancient Gene Parchment: Mandibles [/quote] [quote=Put On Your Buggy Best] [img]https://www1.flightrising.com/dgen/dressing-room/dummy?breed=2&gender=1&skin=0&apparel=36152,36159,36162,36169,36172,36179&xt=dressing.png[/img] [item=Gleaming Chitin Armor] Gleaming Chitin Armor [/quote] [quote=I Spy A Shiny Carapace] [item=Ancient Gene Parchment: Beetle] Ancient Gene Parchment: Beetle [/quote] [quote=Slithering Sidekicks] [img]https://www1.flightrising.com/dgen/dressing-room/dummy?breed=15&gender=1&skin=0&apparel=22166,22167,22168,22170,22169&xt=dressing.png[/img] [item=Corn Snake] [item=Rattle Snake] [item=Red-Tailed Boa] [item=Ball Python] [item=Green Tree Python] Corn Snake, Rattle Snake, Red-Tailed Boa, Ball Python, Green Tree Python [/quote] [quote=Found Treasures] 10x[item=Rusted Treasure Chest] 5x[item=Iron Treasure Chest] [item=Gilded Decorative Chest] 10 Rusted Treasure Chest, 5 Iron Treasure Chest, Gilded Decorative Chest [/quote] [quote=All The Colors of the Butterfly Rainbow] [item=Black Butterfly Necklace] [item=Blue Butterfly Necklace] [item=Brown Butterfly Necklace] [item=Green Butterfly Necklace] [item=Grey Butterfly Necklace] [item=Orange Butterfly Necklace] [item=Purple Butterfly Necklace] [item=Rainbow Butterfly Necklace] [item=Red Butterfly Necklace] [item=Yellow Butterfly Necklace] Black Butterfly Necklace, Blue Butterfly Necklace, Brown Butterfly Necklace, Green Butterfly Necklace, Grey Butterfly Necklace, Orange Butterfly Necklace, Purple Butterfly Necklace, Rainbow Butterfly Necklace, Red Butterfly Necklace, Yellow Butterfly Necklace [/quote] [quote=Fragile Wings Are Not Always Weak] [img]https://www1.flightrising.com/dgen/dressing-room/dummy?breed=12&gender=1&skin=0&apparel=17231,17265,17243,17247,17255,17271,17279&xt=dressing.png[/img] [item=Butterfly's Arm Guards] [item=Butterfly's Breastplate] [item=Butterfly's Helmet] [item=Butterfly's Leg Armor] [item=Butterfly's Shoulder Pads] [item=Butterfly's Tail Guard] [item=Butterfly's Wing Fans] Butterfly's Arm Guards, Butterfly's Breastplate, Butterfly's Helmet, Butterfly's Leg Armor, Butterfly's Shoulder Pads, Butterfly's Tail Guard, Butterfly's Wing Fans [/quote] [quote=I Have A Deadly Nightshade] [img]https://www1.flightrising.com/dgen/dressing-room/dummy?breed=9&gender=1&skin=0&apparel=24717,24714,24715,24713,24716,24718,24719&xt=dressing.png[/img] [item=Poisonous Grove] Poisonous Grove [/quote] [quote=Planting Season!] [img]https://www1.flightrising.com/dgen/dressing-room/dummy?breed=10&gender=1&skin=0&apparel=42920,42926,42935,42936,42943,42930&xt=dressing.png[/img] [item=Sprouting Garden] Sprouting Garden [/quote] [quote=Spring's Seasonal Sundries] [item=Spring Sphinx] [item=Plumed Springtail] [item=Spring's Breath] [item=Spring Antlers] [item=Spring Staff] [item=Scene: Spring] [item=Scene: Spring Day] Spring Sphinx, Plumed Springtail, Spring's Breath, Spring Antlers, Spring Staff, Scene: Spring, Scene: Spring Day [/quote] [quote=Beetles. Everywhere.] [item=Bloodstone Beetle] [item=Empress Beetle] [item=Goliath Mountain Beetle] [item=Mossy Beetleboar] [item=Tufted Leaf Beetle] Bloodstone Beetle, Empress Beetle, Goliath Mountain Beetle, Mossy Beetleboar, Tufted Leaf Beetle [/quote] [quote=Sweets from the Swarm] [item=Beekeeper's Hat] [item=Beekeeper's Honeycomb] [item=Beekeeper's Swarm] [item=Scene: Royal Chambers] Beekeeper's Hat, Beekeeper's Honeycomb, Beekeeper's Swarm, Scene: Royal Chambers [/quote] [quote=Mith Masquerade] [item=Skin: Brown-Spotted Mith] [item=Accent: Construction Mith] [item=Skin: Marshland Poodle Mith] [item=Skin: Luna Mith] Skin: Brown-Spotted Mith, Accent: Construction Mith, Skin: Marshland Poodle Mith, Skin: Luna Mith [/quote] [quote=Tough Skin For The Tough-Skinned] [img]https://www1.flightrising.com/dgen/dressing-room/dummy?breed=9&gender=0&skin=0&apparel=37696,37677,37686,37697,37676,37687&xt=dressing.png[/img] [item=Corroding Arm Chitin] [item=Corroding Chitin Breastplate] [item=Corroding Leg Chitin] [item=Corroding Mandible Helmet] [item=Corroding Tail Segments] [item=Corroding Wing Segments] Corroding Arm Chitin, Corroding Chitin Breastplate, Corroding Leg Chitin, Corroding Mandible Helmet, Corroding Tail Segments, Corroding Wing Segments [/quote] [quote=Beautiful Brown Box] [img]https://www1.flightrising.com/dgen/dressing-room/dummy?breed=15&gender=0&skin=0&apparel=25057,25060,25058,25062,25059,25061,25063&xt=dressing.png[/img] [item=Sepia Grove] Sepia Grove [/quote] [quote=Vibrant Verdigris] [img]https://www1.flightrising.com/dgen/dressing-room/dummy?breed=4&gender=1&skin=0&apparel=5163,5400&xt=dressing.png[/img] [item=Lemongrass Plumage] Lemongrass Plumage [/quote] [/center]

A great big THANK YOU to everyone that helped with this event and all who participated! xx Headers & general organization: Event Coordination: alyblaith and kirathekat Typesetting: Myrtana, uruhead General Art: Main art (all banners, etc.): Antimoany Bullet points, cicadas, and decor: BrassicaOracle Badge design: ReddyforFreddy Original event concept and information: Charliex8 Prize Donations: acorncap, alyblaith, Amberfox, aredshroom, bonstrosity, CaityJay, Deviation, dragonflare92, Draugwen, figura, Finesse, Juulika, Juxta13, Kieren, Kothra, MonsteraDelici, Myrtana, Pinopsida, Puggles, Ryulyn, teddy2008, transhowl, ZimeBelle

[center][url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56637661][color=#008000][b]How to Enter[/b][/url] | [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56637951][color=#008000][b]Rules[/b][/url] | [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56637953][color=#008000][b]FAQs[/b][/url] | [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56638308][color=#008000][b]Tasks[/b][/url] [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56638310][color=#008000][b]Badges[/b][/url] | [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56638376][color=#008000][b]Spreadsheet[/b][/url] | [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56638377][color=#008000][b]Prizes[/b][/url] | [url=https://www1.flightrising.com/forums/qnc/3332064/1#post_56638948][color=#008000][b]Credits[/b][/url] [/center] [center][img alt="Template"]https://i.imgur.com/ED8S0oQ.png[/img] [font=arial][size=5]Paste the code below into a post to keep track of the tasks as you complete them. There is also a printable (or digital) checklist available [url=https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FuOFZwSxkWHMew0SlBbbddCIuZLJjUwuDqa8ETN6WyI/edit?usp=sharing][color=#008000][b]here[/b][/color][/url] to take with you.[/size][/font][/center] [code] [b]Reminders:[/b] Please do not delete your [u]whole[/u] post. (Deleting contents is fine.) Do not include any identifying images! Do not put yourself at risk! Having trouble with an item? Get creative! [b]DO NOT edit your post after Saturday, June 1st 23:45 FR![/b] INTRODUCTIONS! #1 - Introduce yourself! - 5 points (no photo needed) Tell us about yourself! How long have you been here? What flight are you in? What do you like most about the site? Anything you like! #2 - Create your ID - 5 points It should include your user name, user ID, the event, and date. But, feel free to include any other personalization you like. Show it off! If you lose it just make a replacement and add it here. (Yes, if you manage to write a recognizable name or symbol and GG24 on your hand/finger/nail, I suppose that can count.) #3 - Take a friend! - 5 points (no photo needed) Ping a friend or two that might like to join your adventure. (You are welcome to ping yourself to find your way back or ping me if you don't want to ping anyone else!) #4 - Clan Representative - 5 points (no photo needed) Who will be representing your lair? Show off your lair entomologist or the dragon just fascinated by bugs. #5 - Be prepared - 5 points (no photo needed) Use the dressing room to create the perfect outfit for exploring the great outdoors and share it here. THEY'RE EVERYWHERE! Cicadas are found almost everywhere - on all continents except Antarctica. #6 - World map or globe - 10 points #7 - Sidewalk or walkway - 10 points #8 - The ground - 10 points #9 - Window ledge or frame - 10 points #10 - A planter or pot - 10 points #11 - Stairs - 10 points #12 - A railing or low wall - 10 points #13 - Any part of a car, bicycle, or boat - 10 points WHAT THEY ARE NOT #14 - Bee or wasp - 10 points each! Be careful if it's a real one! #15 - Lady bug - 10 points #16 - Spider - 10 points #17 - Butterfly or Moth - 10 points #18 - Beetle - 10 points #19 - Cricket or Grasshopper - 10 points #20 - Fly or fruit fly - 10 points #21 - Dragonfly - 10 points #22 - Ant - 10 points #23 - Firefly (or small fairy/twinkle lights) - 10 points A CLOSER LOOK Cicadas are one of the longest living insects. They spend most of that time underground. #24 - Egg - 10 points Cicadas can lay up to 600 eggs (typically 200-400) in trees and shrubs. #25 - Hole in the ground - 10 points When the nymphs hatch, they drop and burrow underground where they can remain for years until it is time to emerge. #26 - Shell - 10 points When a nymph becomes an adult, it leaves its shell behind. #27 - Leg - 10 points Like other insects, cicadas have six. #28 - Wing - 10 points Their wings range from 2.5 cm to 15 cm long. #29 - Eye - 10 points Cicadas have five: two large compound eyes and three ocelli between those - most likely used to detect light and darkness. THINGS THAT FLY (BETTER) Periodical cicadas are notoriously bad flyers, and they often run into things! These might do a bit better. #30 - Flag - 10 points #31 - Kite - 10 points #32 - Clouds - 10 points #33 - Bird(s) - 10 points #34 - Dragon - 10 points #35 - Plane - 10 points (Yes, Airplanefoxx and scylla, this one's for you.) FEEDING TIME Modified mouthparts are designed to feed on liquids rather than solids. They extract nutrients from trees and their roots. #36-#37 - Trees - 10 points each Two different types of trees. #38 - Roots - 10 points [s]MATING[/s] DATING HELPERS As soon as they shed their shell, male cicadas begin trying to attract a mate. Maybe these would help? #39 - Chocolate - 10 points #40 - Flowers - 10 points #41 - A "love" letter - 10 points Stationary, heart stickers, or write a fake love letter. #42 - Art - 10 points #43 - A picnic - 10 points Food + Outdoors #44 - Walk in the park - 10 points A park bench or outdoor seat #45 - Dinner - 10 points A menu (Don't show the location!) #46 - Movie - 10 points DVD, video, or a device you would use to watch a show. #47 - Music - 10 points CD, vinyl record, or a device you would use to play music. NOISE Unfortunately, cicadas find a mate by screaming! Actually they rub their wings, and a special part of their exoskeleton called a "timbal" makes the identifiable clicking sound. Their love "song" can reach 120 dB (as loud as a chainsaw). So, let's make some noise! #48 - Radio - 10 points #49 - Wind chime - 10 points #50 - Drum, shaker, or percussion instrument - 10 points #51 - String instrument - 10 points #52 - Keyboard - 10 points #53 - Bell - 10 points #54 - Power tool - 10 points From what I've heard, it is the finest music to cicadas, and it's better not to plan home improvement projects during their active periods. CREATIVE USES Cicadas have no defenses except their sheer number: They are slow, clumsy fliers that do not sting, bite, or hide. Because they are so abundant, many like to find ways to use them or the shells they leave behind. #55 - Recipe - 15 points Share a creative "recipe" (doesn't need to be food) that involves cicadas or shells. (No photo required - only the details.) BONUS In case you were having trouble with a couple of the tasks, here is an alternative to make up the points. (Only 530 are needed for the completion badge, but the maximum possible is 550 with the bonus.) #56 - Cicada - 10 points each Include a picture or a drawing of a cicada! #57 - Type - 10 points Tell us what type of cicada you showed in #56. (No photo required.)[/code] [center][img alt="A dark green Behemoth cidada with yellow accents sitting on a vine."]https://i.imgur.com/txrbxO1.png[/img][/center]