Newsletter 23 October 2006
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This week Yavn introduces a new column, reveals the last Mystery Item for Halloween Month and drops a few hints on things to come. All live from Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida!
Yavn Speaks!
Yavn Speaks 10/23
Around The World Every 4-6 Weeks!
Greetings from around the World! Walt Disney World to be more exact. Why am sending the column in from Florida? Well most of the VMK creative team is here in Orlando to work on new Quests and content for upcoming builds of the game. Typically members of the team are in Orlando ever 4-6 weeks - it's our home away from home - so if you don't see me in the game you'll know why.
As you can see we keep making adjustments to the site, and more specifically the Newsletter - what do you guys think of the new logo for my section? Now you can find me each week in my very own section of the Newsletter. Plus, very soon you'll see a brand new column from Jake focusing on the parks. Also as I mentioned last week, we'll continue to refine things - like our pal Push. He'll continue his makeover and one of the cool things he'll be doing is something called Push's Pics!
The Last Mystery - Item!
I told you we saved the best for last! Maleficent and Cowboy! What was your favorite Halloween item? Vote in the poll and tell us! And if you missed any of those cool hats and costumes - don't worry - they will be back again! Also remember that you only have until the end of the month to get Halloween goodies!
Halloween Maze Event
Here's a last reminder for the Halloween Maze Event which will run from 10/30 - 10/31. Find your way to the end of the maze and win the new Halloween pin! (Please note, no matter how many times you complete the maze you only get one pin.) And yes that pin will be tradable for anyone who can't play.
That's all for now but stay tuned for next Monday when I'll give you a preview of what's in store for the holidays as well as making a major announcement about Major November Game Events! Now it's off to eat a Turkey Leg and take a ride on Test Track! Maybe I'll ride Test Track before I eat…
Enjoy the game,
Yavn
Tips
Tips, Tricks Hints and How To's
Getting high fireworks scores!
Have you ever hit all the fireworks in the Castle Fireworks Game and still not advanced to the next level? When the fireworks shoot up in the sky, wait until they almost burn out (when they begin to sparkle) and then click on them. The longer you wait before the disappear, the higher the score you will get. The more "flawless" clicks, the higher your score!
Contact Us Tips
Problems? Contact Us!
When you use Contact Us to ask a question or report an issue, please be aware of the following:
If you use AOL or EarthLink for e-mail, you won't receive our response, as AOL e-mail filters block our replies. Please provide an alternative e-mail in the Contact Us form where it asks for your e-mail address.
Some Spam Filters will automatically block e-mail from an unknown source unless you tell the program to allow it: To get email from VMK, allow mail from mailman@virtualmagickingdom.com. (Please note this email address does not receive e-mail except via the Contact Us form.)
Dear Yeti
You've Got Questions, Yeti Has Answers
When Disneyland first opened, none of the rides were roller coaster-type thrills - what was the first fast ride at a Disney park?
-Pogoagogo
Dear Pogoagogo,
Inspired by the movie Third Man on the Mountain, the Matterhorn was part of a huge development project to enhance Fantasyland. Built by Arrow Dynamics, the Matterhorn Bobsleds was not only the first fast ride at any Disney Park (the attraction debuted in 1959, just four years after Disneyland opened), it also has another distinction - it's the world's first tubular steel roller coaster! Steel roller coasters existed before the Matterhorn but the cars rode on flat steel tracks, instead of tubular track. Today, almost all steel coasters ride on tube steel tracks - all decedents of the Matterhorn!
Dear Yeti, I read somewhere that Disney animated films use Rotoscope techniques? What is Rotoscoping?
-MissElizabethT
Dear MissElizabethT,
Besides a fancy technical term, rotoscoping is a technique used by animators to capture the lifelike and fluid movements of actors or animals. Basically it works like this: Animators capture live-action on film, then print the frames of action and use the images as a guide for animation. Original rotoscopes used by major Hollywood studios were actually projected onto glass and then traced by a studio animator. Disney animators actually preferred to use the action just as a guide for the animation, filling in the detail and animation by hand.
Do you have a question for the Yeti?
Send it to me through the Contact Us section at the bottom of this page. Be sure to have your VMK registration info with you (the email and information you registered with) and select "Dear Yeti" from the drop down menu. Each week I'll answer a question or two here in the Newsletter.
Push's Trash Trivia
What devilish Disney villain was brought to life by animator Bill Tytla (with the help of music by Modest Mussorgsky)?
Know the answer?
Send your answer using Contact Us at the bottom of this or the main VMK webpage. Be sure to have your VMK registration info with you and select Push's Trash Trivia from the drop down menu. Out of all the correct answers, three players will be randomly drawn as the winners and sent a cool prize. But hurry! Only entries submitted by the close of game on Friday will be accepted.
Here's the answer to last weeks Trash Trivia question:
Q: Which real-life racing king voices The King in Disney-Pixar's Cars?
A: 7 time NASCAR Cup Champion Richard Petty provided his voice for The King.
Did you know: The light blue color that The King is painted is the same color used on Richard Petty's 43 racecar. The color is so unique it even has its own name, Petty Blue. Be sure to listen for Richard's wife, Lynda Petty, who provides the voice for Mrs. The King in Cars too.
Congratulations to the 3 lucky (and randomly picked) players that sent in the correct answer for last week's question! Your prize is on its way!
AwesomeM
CL_melizza
TrinaBird
Awards and Top Players
What makes a Guest Room award-worthy?
Guest or Game Rooms that stand out show originality in concept and design. It could be a use of conventional furniture in unconventional ways, the use of a theme or color, or humor. Game rooms that get the nod offer a new game idea or a new twist on an old favorite. In all rooms we look for room owners who welcome everyone with a smile and show a willingness to answer questions about their room.
Check out this week's Best Guest Rooms and Best Game Rooms.
Best Guest Rooms
 | Take a ride through Aliceblue's Castle on the Water. This enchanting castle is filled with pirate dreams, If you like try to find your way to the top and sit in a green throne. |
 | Welcome to CL_Nedakh's Typhoon Harbor! Explore the enchanting and charming islands of VMK or a wait for our next ship sail to your favorite place. Relax and have fun! |
Best Game Rooms
 | Try not to be caught in the The VMK Zombie Game. CL_jeremyv actually hopes that you do not get captured. Well at least we think so. |
 | Welcome to Tron Down Hill Racers! Your race host smalld is always there to lend a helping hand throughout the race. |
Best Player Quests
 | IWearTheMoose urges you to come and tryout the Costume Quest! As you go please try your best to keep up with all that she has asked. Have fun! |
Players who have been previously recognized for their design talents will receive the VIP award.
VMK Cards
Have you ever wondered what cards you are missing in your collection. Well there is now a great new way to discover all the cards for VMK. Check it out!
Scam Alert
Trading!
When trading, make sure that you get a fair deal by double checking the trade window. You can see what you are giving and what you are getting. Always make sure what you are trading for is in the trade window. If you think a trade isn't fair, please don't trade. There are plenty of opportunities to find what you need.
Safety Corner
Please always remember to never give, or ask anyone in VMK for any personal information. Do not give out your location or ways to contact you outside of the game. It's just not safe.
In-Park Quests!
Going to Disneyland® Park or Magic Kingdom® Park? Play the in-Park Quests! Learn more here.
High School Musical Quest! Watch the movie, visit the Parks and answer all the questions to win cool stuff!
Get the Thrill Seekers Quest for the Walt Disney World® Resort here!
The Tomorrowland Quest is still available: Download it here.
