Last month, we asked: Who’s leaving all the items around in EarthBound, and how? Our winning theory was from ItSkell, whose extensive analysis of the game's items argued the boxes were placed by Buzz Buzz's PSI. Check it out here!
For May, let’s take some time to reflect on MOTHER 3 and its twenty-year legacy. Twenty years later, what influence has MOTHER 3 had on the industry, and what future does it have? This prompt is taking a different approach. Let’s analyze the real-world effects of the game; you don’t need to be a big EarthBound “lore junkie” to participate.
Check out the Riddles we’re running this month! We’ve got EarthBound Beginnings Riddles, MOTHER 3 Riddles, and Undertale/Deltarune Riddles. You know the drill: read the riddle, pick your brain, and see if you can figure out the answer. If you can’t, don’t worry because there will be hints added every day until a solution is provided.
The games that have riddles shift from month to month, so stay tuned. You never know for sure what will be on the calendar.
The first week of this month saw the conclusion of the most recent mafia game, MOTHER: Apparitions. The game came down to the wire, with a final-three showdown between Xedic Zyvis, Deybrek, and Jeff’s Radio. Ultimately, though, one team had to take the crown, and the town threw out the final mafia member and won the game.
Keep your eyes peeled for future mafia signups. Eventually, something new will come out of the pipeline — and that’s when the endless conflict between the town and mafia will rage on once again.
It’s been twenty years since MOTHER 3 released, and user SaxophoneDude celebrates the occasion with a special musical performance. Watch their orchestra play some of the game’s best tunes for yourself in this thread!
Additionally, Ostricho, JCJimmy, and Zonsai bring new updates in MOTHER: Origins and EarthBound: Faraway Skies. Follow along with these fanfiction series, which are complete with illustrations! It’s sure to tickle your mind and eye alike.
Oh, and do you like ROM hacks? You may have missed it, but thanks to the Jank Jam events, the PK Hack community has been ramping up its output. It’s never been easier to get started with EarthBound ROM hacking, but sometimes, people get hung up on little details and never quite finish their projects as a result. In a Jank Jam, the goal is to put together a short hack and get it out there in the world — no polish required! Check out what our users put together last month here.
Last month’s prompt was Hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobia. This monster of a word, ironically, refers to the fear of long words. Starmen.net users weren’t afraid, though. Read last month’s submissions and conquer your fear of long words! Then, post a review of someone else’s work if you don’t mind.
Xedic Zyvis strikes again with a new prompt: Wish. What do you wish to write about? Head over to the thread and give it a go.
The biggest and busiest thing on Starmen.net right now is the MOTHER 3 20th Anniversary Funfest. We’ve got a variety of faces, both old and new, streaming their way through MOTHER 3 on our Twitch channel. What’s more, all the classic submission categories are open: Writing, Handart, Compart, and AudioViz. There is even a new Music section you can participate in!
If you win first prize in one of these categories, you’ll win some swag from Fangamer! This is a rare opportunity to potentially score a shirt, poster, or another cool piece of merch. So work those creative muscles, send in your fan works, and let’s keep this show going!
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We look forward to seeing you in the month of June! Who knows what the news cycle will bring around next time?
Written by Ostricho, encoded and edited by maximuspinpoint.
