Summer Camp Reading 2022 (mad·​ness | mad-nəs)

I begin this article with heartfelt gratitude!

Thank you all for voting and congrats to all the other winners! You all are the awesome beans. <3 Sending prayers, love, hugs, and much gratitude your way. This was quite an epic surprise that brought a smile to my face after a busy, hectic weekend.

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The Challenge(s)...

As a first-time prompt sponsor, lot of my August time was devoted to reading through the 325 Great Leaders of Their People entries. While reviewing each and every one was quite fun, the process was very time-consuming. Nevertheless, I managed. Still, I wanted to claim the ravishing owl badge, so I knew I'd have to read an additional nine articles- three from each of three categories picked by me. I figured I'd leave the Great Leaders alone because they've already had all the time to shine. XD During July and August, I did browse other works but I suppose it's best I venture and find nine things that I haven't read yet, so, here I go!

In this article, you will find the nine articles I've read for the 2022 Summer Camp Reading Challenge along with the madness that was my judging of the Great Leaders of Their People prompt...

Summer Camp Reading Challenge

For this, I chose to take a little trip. There were so many interesting categories, I didn't know what to choose. I knew I had to pick the vehicle prompt because that was the only one we hadn't covered last year and I was so excited to see it this time!

First, I grabbed a bite to eat...

what I liked & learned

This world is intriguing and I'm glad I discovered it when looking through the Great Leaders. I adored this nice little article, but I really wanted to learn more about the Cookie character who was indeed not linked. I fear perhaps his article is not yet done. Still, my takeaway from this is that, even when I write articles surrounding characters who have not yet been introduced formally to the readers, it is still beneficial to tell of them and their personalities. I can glean a bit from the article who Cookie is and how he behaves, which is a good thing.

what I liked & learned

A coming-of-age ceremony for busses, in which the busses do not eat, but humans eat in celebration. Very interesting approach to the prompt. This encourages me to continue finding what works for me in the article instead of forcing something when the creativity is not there at the moment. We all have so many things in our worlds, but if we want to write about busses, we can write about busses! The prompt worked and was cleverly done.

what I liked & learned

This dream world was quite intriguing. The metaphor for life was very apparent and profound, but I was still transported into the world and made to wonder what I would do in such a situation. I could see myself partaking in some cases, but abstaining in other cases. Perhaps the only way to know for sure would be to actually happen upon the town. This inspired me to continue writing in creative ways to get real-life issue messages accross. Sharing my faith through my work is something I've done for ages, and it's great to get deep sometimes while still being entertaining and fun.

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Then, I climbed into the vehicle to embark on my long journey...

what I liked & learned

So much mystery, redacted information, and vague description- all things I adore writing myself. This encouraged me to continue. While some may think not enough story was given, others (like myself) find such baiting entertaining and find that it makes the world more appetizing as you crave to learn more about everything.

what I liked & learned

Comically chaotic name. Comically chaotic narration. An inventor's log is so clever. A whole article filled with the triumphs and failures of a tested technology. We witness the birth of a new mode of transportation. The storytelling was on point, and this encouraged me to continue adding things like Commander McCox giving newbies the rundown in the sidebars. There's something enchanting about a person from the world talking to you about things...

what I liked & learned

This space train seems super cool! The setup of the article was nice, interchanging from straight up facts to ad-like descriptions to attendants' advice and even a seemingly horrible suggestion from a freeloading stowaway?? This was written in such an entertaining fashion and immersed me in the world well. It encouraged me to continue writing in different fashions even within one article- as long as it's done right and not in a confusing manner. This article was on point.

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Last, I finally arrived at my destination to find

a wealth of mysterious technologies lost to the ages...

what I liked & learned

Another fine example of a mysteriously vague article that doesn't tell too much info but still gets enough across to make the subject and world as a whole very intriguing. Not everything was explained, but, as the people in-world, the explanation for this technology has been lost. More encouragement to not feel the need to add too much information when I feel it would be fine left in a mysterious air.

what I liked & learned

Quite comical thought of what future beings may interpret us using the primative floppy discs for. This is a good example of how perspective is key. Another article shrouded in mystery indeed, but by NOT getting certain information, we actually learn a lot about the world and the character who is narrating, their mindsets, and everything else.

what I liked & learned

Such a relatable article thay may just be an accurate prediction of the state of our near future. Writing about real-life things is something I find challenging. Why pen an article about something that exists for real? Might as well copy and paste from Wikipedia XP but this article covered a real-life phenomenon in an interesting way that kept me in the world but still let me see the similarities of such events to the ones of our world. Well done and an inspiration to record more events specific to my fictional world to help fill up the real-world articles and not feel like I'm copying info from an almanac.

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So... what are my plans now?

There's quite a lot I sought to accomplish this year, but I'm certain I'll probably blink and discover Valentine's Day is tomorrow. The things I outlined in My Summer Camp 2022 Worldbuilding Pledge Document haven't even been accomplished. I am scheduled to start a new vocation in October. Though this break was unexpected, I am grateful for it. I got a lot of rest and was able to do so many things I normally wouldn't have time to do. I sponsored a prompt and even kickstarted my Twitch channel all the way to Affiliate status in less than two months! Quite a feat, if I do say so myself. I plan to keep up my Twitch streams- perhaps at least streaming once a week/twice a month. I also should work on making more short YouTube videos because my channel has been getting more activity since I've been posting Twitch VODs there.
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In addition to these, my original goals remain. I'm still planning on finishing Teambuilding- A One-Shot Interactive Story Experience, publishing Troubled Beginnings Chapter Two, and completing An Intern for Christmas audio special and possibly adding the New Year's special. I've also now added a Murder Mystery to the mix that I may or may not have mentioned in my original pledge. One Night at Nellindill Mansion should give you a nice preview. This one is a sequel to Lifestyles of the Fish and Famous- A Virtual Escape Room RPG Experience, so I'm thinking the second escape room I mentioned creating should be part three of this saga? Or perhaps something from a different storyline altogether....

So much to think about. I thank you all for following my adventures and adding to them with your own exciting articles and worlds that I've had the pleasure of exploring. God bless you all and I appreciate each and every one of you from the bottom of my heart! <3

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Great Leaders of Their People

I hiked through the Anvilverse deeper than ever before this month, going on trek after trek, entering world after world, meeting leader after leader...
Come along with me on a quick sum-up of my extensive journey to find a worthy recipient of a special short video with music, Read-Aloud narration, and custom sticker.

Which ones were my favorites?

There were SO MANY great articles! I read through each and every one of the 325 submitted (even those I did not have permission to read live on stream). The only ones that I could not read were the eleven that unforunately required a multipass that I did not possess. Other than that, I thank each and every one of you who wrote these articles! While it proved to be quite a daunting task, I did quite enjoy myself. Listed below is my selected group of favorites. Do know that even if you don't find yourself on the list, you still contributed to this project, helped me learn something, intrigued me, and brought a smile to my face as I read through. Thanks again to everyone!

Who was crowned winner?

At the end, a very special leader was awarded the prize...

This character... he's quite relatable and I could sense by the writing that he has a lot of pressure on him. All the text has stated though are good things, but what about his feelings? You can even see it in his eyes that there's so much he's enduring for the betterment of his people, the success of his family, and the expectations that rest upon his shoulders. In speaking to the author, my speculations were confirmed. They explained that this is something Killien does not openly reveal to anyone. This is quite sad but very touching. The article speaks to me and, while formatting is not perfect and some things can stand to be improved (along with the fact that the art should be credited- though the author let me know the image was created using Artbreeder and they agreed to later add it), I believe this one is the one that stood out the most. God bless you, CherreePanda and thank you for sharing this interesting character. I would love to learn more about him! <3

THE MADNESS That Was Great Leader Twitch Streams!!!

Episode One



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Impetine by Ononomad

King Rendorik by lillianacasper

Lisbet Ryker by mirescosmo

(Real) Episode Three



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Tiwa Okoro by Julian Ralid

Fenrik Klovhernsman by Worldkeymaster

Nemiisae by ChroniclesofEvalaw

The Third Sister by George Sanders

Boblin the Goblin by drunkenpanda951

Episode Six



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Maria Stein by Revyera

Josephine Slande by Artgalles

Sextana Hadriana Raruos by Javak + NOTES

Gage Manning by lilithgaskarth

Corinne Cotnor-Grey by harldawg

Caleran Seacastle by RPGDinosaurBob

Orlon Gantiel by tjtrewin

Nina Kho by barriesaxxy

Asurlan I by Callyxtus

Minoas by Gortius-VIII

Episode Nine



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Nivak, Lady of the Glimmering Snow by LordForte

Sovereign Nimkay Yaen by MaestroX7

Polis City Mayor by VandWriter

Laila by BasicDragon

Forge Master Montgomery Grimm by Springheeled Jack

Ieh' by rudysb9

General Bleakwing by ArachCobra

Episode Twelve



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Aurya ir-Aessus by Kros!

Ilrina Vethnis by Urania

Beuford Greesewheel by WantedHero

Casper the Voice of War by Drax-TheDarkLord

Wolendius Curathen by EmperorCharlesII

High Ashad Isha by TheCharmQuark

Killien Zai by CherreePanda

Purple Pilgrim by PanAndPaper

Asterius Poírius Acássia by Kveldulfr83

King Ordo Blientiel Sackins by gibo53

Episode Fifteen



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Hakkon "The Brave" Thoraldson of Clan Hakonsen High King of Vistaghast by Killer_Korax

Saint Delos Martinei by Kereminde

Greylock Twotails by Solstice

Anika Bluehair by Cerulean_Falcon

Qhall by Piggie4299

Jallr'hali, legendary Shantiahe emperor by Rumengol

Alexander Orlovsky by FreedomExpress

Lar Bresh by Catoblepon

The Black King by tim-in-a-box

Khorvus'Malnoir by DM Torment

Ahmar Pearce by JibstaMan

Kaggan of Blackhills by PrippyMontyPoppyCock

Holy Princess Chandna of Shiar by Hanhula

Aleksandra Ossipowna Piatnitzkaja by Racussa

Ionathar Angeleos by Vibeca

Lili Parsens by BCGR_Wurth

Episode Two



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Ishet by TheDoctor292

Callidus Iratus by tlcassis

Soave Lamoureux by Rahjar

Emperor Harmonic Horizon by kitoypoy

Abraham The Honest by eccbooks

Akara Gon Sa by strixxline

Johan of Tangermunde by Dazzlinkat

Guildmaster Thora Rahmani by Dragonscribbles

Charlemagne by Colonel 101

Councillor Robert Foster by DesdemonaRose

Episode Four



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Youdron Taro by Elise727

Dazzle by SiobhantheWriter

The Water God Lydien by AmélieIS

Jacob Kellier by Butcher of Seville

Iakor by Mochimanoban

Hagus by Frogdrake

Kali Genro by Sh4d0wPh03n1x

Tritolis IV by moonflower-writing

Joe Sanders by SoulLink

Dreyma Rikr by EtherianWorkshop

Raeu Vogelsang by KyoAkashi

Helge Starfen by Nightone

Episode Seven



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Varthine Crystal by illumiinae

Queen Anna by The_Betrayer_Titan

Dr. Julius Renard by AldrickPanzer

Beline Milevski by Sach2000

Ezray Lohdan by Seleim

Siegmund Kerlbror by Lyraine Alei

Nadyra by ynix

Marece by Amalius

Episode Ten



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Alain Gislain Dragani by Hiisikuningas

Falleh Bonestriker by Spiveystrange

Astirrah High School's Principal by TaraFaeBelle

Episode Thirteen



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Nmenarghe by Johe

Dr. Kira Grace by CelestiaNightamre16

Halisca Fidelis by CrazyEddie

Grosava Oathwatcher by FirethornDragon

Kersil Selen by ninne124

Empress Jeannette by Flyteach

Unlikely Allies - Captain Argus Malitora and Taluk'okt by Orthais
Tatiana by [email protected]

Aurelius the Wise by Jester%

Helin Silma by Tanai

Ruthren Ddraig Sy'n Ddu by oncomingshower

Queen Valeria de Sarix by Tyburn

Radiant Prelate Mathaera Dolan by scholarmage

Alvaro, Shadow of the Everlight by Ximily

Episode Sixteen



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Awolee by MGatta

Sarastro by mezzopatricia

Aldara the Dream-Eater by Qurilion

Haroeri, The First Emperor by ClarissaGosling

Szane Coręng by Damparo

Maxwell Blayen by SparkyTheSec0nd

Victor Milvanius III by Travakh

Lineos Parmes by Ecnemalas

Emperor Manfred III by Cobalt Sky

Desren Hergeld by BlackDeath90

The Lady Medari by Typh39

Dorapan by hughpierre

Archon by Kefkejaco

Gellark Lionrage by Jarhed

Lord Vonak Dragonmaul by Heffé

Ilthuryn Farxidor of Baquenta by Jhickey25

King Megakles the Strong by Philipwn

Hassuran by Paul Norris

Duuloa Nargeid by invadersforever

Eztareia Gizapletar by Esspii

Salix by Shirokappa

(Oops!) Episode Three



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None lol. Sorry, this one was an error.

Episode Five



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Rotten Stev-i-e by Brandael

Besi Galiasollei by The Big G

Dinod Ironfist by DMSirSwank99

R*z!'ah by Logan Mountain

Orion Titain by Valcin

Andera Lunar by NathaliaBooks1993

Blodyn llachar tanllyd by Absinthe

Eli Grimm by EVTaurus

The Founders by Nightflyer0ne

Diana May by SAGE_metaverse

Jessica Fiyere by ThatMomFriend

Episode Eight



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Sienna Nartouhi Karpov by Xah

Baron von Hafn by Dufanzy

Ignosh Fargaze by Szeipusz

Dahmra Menes by Maltacrai

Karla Cemtory by Byzantian

Vhi Grave-Rhitt by DarkNymfa

Beithir Hacende: The Dark Storm Queen by Luthein

Wilma Woods by Lazulum97

General Omolara by EbonxGaming

Episode Eleven



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Laemsi by Escritora Novata

Lionel Winestone by Eliora Yona

Deplorable Swans by Lady Grayish

Holivar Bassoran by oaster2000

King Torke/Torkenantakin by Mardrena

Episode Fourteen



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Asariah Gaelira Venynore királynő by LiaFelis

Kyla Valan by Scotstimberwolf

Niconamia H. Siacelyn by M. A. E. Krawczyk

Mark Becker by KajetanWrites

Femur by Tuisku

Rath Silveraxe by JaxRedhammer

Roya by Michael Chandra

Picker, chief of the Rockhouse Tribe by Mutterwolf

Episode Seventeen



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Aldric Steelheart by HituraRael

General Seqrene Tao by Giabralter

Hāsadag āng Lāpod by malkuthe

Celia LeFer Esmaria by Dainou

Aethari Chalut by Cryssalia

Nl’thath Mtl’mn by fmbray

The Flame of Many by Aesenti

Emperor Memmorthix Illan'rdan by JoebiWanKenobi316

Amaltheia Poplarwhisk by MandoMc

Amara by Cajuncelt

Malandra the Drake Guardian by NorthWhiteWolf

Blademaster Linyarra by jester2b

Chidi Rivertoes by JMTyranny

Arapomo Thora by Jen9

Uereumu Uum by Ondo

Laura by Naelin

Irina the Eastern Tzar by Nated123

Eldeth Marteau-éclairé by hellay

Ralla Kindguard by Eraellas

High King Cormac Ironcliffe by Twaren Stormborn

Destrian Frosthand by cow2face

Adriana de Grafos by Sylver Shine

King Sel'Torinah Wavestrider by Xhy720

Galen Panos Vorreena by Jarissa + NOTES
--brief break--
Tasshaseki Kes by Foolster41

Dvorik Silverstone by narwaller

Karl Herwik by Dhelian

Queen of Thieves by Many Angled One

Esta Margroff Steinschmied by Saytama

King Romel the Glorious by TheTrashman_20

The Second Great Engineer by Rolls_The_Keg

Elenore by Drake Ragon

Ghorza Avinnordal by acusiont

Richard Dalreme VII by TinkerTech

The Falcon by Tonarus

Baron Fergus by Scalenex

Augustus I by BigBankSalty

Icaghor by themrbeasley

Zeera, the Shero of Horilande by Arianrhod SilverWheel

Calgacus by Dr Know

Margeret the Enlightened by Barron

Kuatke Ti Langit by NicOfTheRocks

Lady Serenity by chibiheidi

Sarton I by Adcheryl

Corentin by aethera

Ixion by Autumnkitsune

Atalea de Tartes by An'Akan

Wendell Silvane by hcraven

Charles Mesner by JAWest13

Freanx Rafbass by Laurabones

Meredith the Sober by Nutmeg95

Eramu the Open-Handed by Ademal

Meik Kaudo Leshind by mandyla

Enzo Sangelfique by amelianite

Mariah Sincawa by MadToxin
Arthur Atkinson by AvalonFaery

Olaf Thornguil by AvalonArcana

Queen Ngatka: Savior of Monarchy by Daskalarch

Erin by Eyrmia

Grrchk by LordRao

Esmeralda Filorinte by Bonus Action

Savata of Cayey by Starlocke

Billy the Hero by SixPathsSage

Cordell Klakowicz by deleyna

Final Reading Party!