Two SPREE! Prizes Retiring February 20; will be replaced with 3 new ones

Webkinz Newz has just announced that two prizes from the game SPREE! will retire on Wednesday, February 20. These two prizes are the Yoga Ball Bed and the Elephant Kinzbanz Wall Art.

Their replacements are reported to be the Arcade Pool Table, Gold Leaf Settee, and the Gold Leaf Coffee Table.

We have been given five weeks of warning, so that should be more than enough time to clear the SPREE! board and get to the mall. Many times, actually, if you get good rolls and log in daily.

Wednesday Updates: January 9, 2013

It is in reading the list of tags for this blog via Windows Live Writer, a feature this laptop apparently has, I realize just how many tags Let’s Talk Webkinz has. Well, guess what—now we’re adding more! Introducing the 2013 tag, which we will hopefully use a lot, and Deluxe-W-Shop, which we will hopefully never ever have reason to use again. While we’re off-topic, I recently realized the background for this blog resembles bacon. We now return to the matter at hand.

The first Wednesday update of the year features the addition of new clothing to the KinzStyle Outlet, and…the somewhat pointless conversion of the City Styling Theme, otherwise known as the Mocha theme, to a Deluxe-only W-Shop theme.

--Winterfest 2013 Begins January 11--

Speaking of confusing Deluxe-related shenanigans, the Winterfest challenge is rendered currently unwinnable as one of the tasks is to earn 20 KinzCash playing Waddell’s Icecap Adventure. Not that this a particularly difficult endeavor, but said game was recently converted to a Deluxe-only game. Non-Deluxies are getting the task anyway.

And speaking of Winterfest, it has begun a full 4 days early on January 11, as Asian accounts report the snowflakes already flying. WKN previously reported that this year’s Winterfest would end on the 27th, but they have revoked this previous statement and are now saying it will last from apparently January 11-20. This is still a good nine days of snowflake-catching fun, so get out there!

To learn about the previous 6 years of Winterfest fun—yes, it really has been that long!—check out this page of the Webkinz Insider Wiki. Winterfest takes some dedication, so if you happen to be in charge of dinner, then consult this list of meals compiled by Webkinz Insider staff. These are all meals that are wholesome, delicious, and that can be made in a cinch without having to be constantly attended to.

 

New Clothing Added to KinzStyle Outlet

Yeah, so Deluxe-only clothing remains a thing that exists.

Adventure Parka: 150 KC, Deluxe-only

Boys Green Plaid Shirt: 125 KC (yes, I know, they forgot an apostrophe)

Cat Ear Toque: 80 KC, Deluxe-only (…my question is why would your pet need this)

Cozy Sweater & Scarf: 130 KC (more scarfs YESH)

Howlin’ Hoody Vest: 105 KC (is actually pretty neat)

Knitted Flower Headband: 75 KC

Marshmallow Ear Muffs: 80 KC (finally!)

Polarberry Pants: 110 KC, Deluxe-only

Polished Ice Dress: 130, Deluxe-only

Sweet Snowflake Coat: 200 KC

Warm Toggle Jacket: 180 KC, Deluxe-only

Winter Buckle Boots: 95 KC, Deluxe-only

If you’re interested in more Winter fashions, check out the PJ Collie Peek-A-Newz going on from today until the 31st. This Peek-A-Newz includes three Webkinz Newz exclusive items, which are a black variant of the Winter Buckle Boots, a brown variant of the Adventure Parka, and a green variant of the Cat Ear Toque.

You do not have to be a Deluxe member to win these items!

I do advise that you make use of an ad-blocker, as there is currently a very obnoxious/irritating advertisement for some new show or somethin’ that will pop up around the site.

CampKinz Cookout Challenge Information

Challenge 1: CampKinz Cookout

Send your pet to camp!

• Pack your bags...purchase the Dynamic Dancer's Duffel from the W-Shop.
• Be prepared for the outdoors...ask your friends for 5 Camping Guidebooks.*
• Practice your first aid skills...Successfully complete the Dr. Quack's Assistant job at the Employment Office.

Prize: Camp Kinz T-Shirt [possible item to be received in return for sending a gift via KinzPost to Arte]; CampKinz First Aid Kit [W-Shop item, decorative]

*This works just like you would ask a friend for an item for the Snow Day Challenge.  

Challenge 2: Go On A Canoe Trip With Your Pet!

Try and find the perfect campsite...

• Make it through the swamp...earn a total of 20 KinzCash playing Lily Padz 2 in the Arcade
• What an adventure! Earn a total score of 2,000 points playing  Zacky's Quest in the Arcade
• Set up camp...Ask your friends for 8 Tent Pegs

Prize: Life Jacket [when a pet retires, there's a Count the Sailboats game for that day and this is a possible prize from it]; CampKinz Flag Pole [W-Shop item] 

  
Challenge 3: Build A Campfire
It's almost dinner time...

• Collect some kindling...Ask your friends for 10 Twigs 
• You'll need some firewood...Ask your friends for 10 Logs 
• Tell some stories around the campfire...Purchase The Kinzville Caper Storybook from the W-Shop

Prize: Camp Kinz Canoe Paddles; Camp Kinz Lantern [W-Shop items]

Challenge 4: Cook By The Fire

I love canoe trips!

•  Get cooking...Make a snack for your pet using a stove, sandwich maker, or blender
• Earn a total of 25 KinzCash playing Picnic in the Arcade
• mmmmmm...Ask your friends for 12 Roasted Marshmallows

Prize: Calming Campfire Stove [Challenge Specific Prize originally intended to be a gift for adopting any Signature Endangered pet]; Marshmallows [W-Shop food]

Lights...Camera...Action! Challenge Information

This is a fairly demanding challenge, with 4 sets of rather large tasks...or so one would think, but the remaining three sets of tasks are really simple.

Challenge 1: Lights...Camera...Action!

Help your pet become a movie director by raising funds for their film!

• Earn a total of 40 KinzCash playing WackyER Zingoz in the Arcade
• Successfully complete any 2 jobs at the Employment Office
• Earn a total of 50 KinzCash playing Pinky's Big Adventure in the Arcade 

Prize: 100 KinzCash 

Challenge 2: Quiet on the set!
Hire your cast, choose a set and start filming!

• Purchase any two Webkinz Studio Actors from the W-Shop
• Purchase any Webkinz Studio Background from the W-Shop
• Time to make a movie...drag and drop the Webkinz Studio into your pet's room

Prize: 100 KinzCash; Dex Dangerous Standee [W-Shop item]

 

Challenge 3: Dress like a star!

Choose an outfit for your pet's movie premier!

•  Buy a pair of White Hollywood Sunglasses for your pet
• Make 10 wishes on Wishing Well 2
• Buy a stylish hat from the KinzStyle Outlet [it can be anything from the Hats category, even a barrette]

Prize: Star Cookie [potential Alyssa's Star Challenge prize]; Hot Pink Studded Shades [KinzStyle Shop item]

 

Challenge 4: Time for your movie premier!

Create the perfect screening room for your movie

• Add the Movie Magic wallpaper to your pet's room
•    Purchase the Movie Theatere Row seating from the W-Shop
• Feed your pet 10 bags of Popcorn from the W-Shop

Prize: Fantasy Movie Poster; After Party Red Carpet  [both eStore items]    

CampKinz Cookout Challenge Information

Challenge 1: CampKinz Cookout

Send your pet to camp!

• Pack your bags...purchase the Dynamic Dancer's Duffel from the W-Shop.
• Be prepared for the outdoors...ask your friends for 5 Camping Guidebooks.*
• Practice your first aid skills...Successfully complete the Dr. Quack's Assistant job at the Employment Office.

Prize: Camp Kinz T-Shirt [possible item to be received in return for sending a gift via KinzPost to Arte]; CampKinz First Aid Kit [W-Shop item, decorative]

*This works just like you would ask a friend for an item for the Snow Day Challenge. 

Wednesday Updates 04/01/12

There is also a Super School Day at the Kinzville Academy. During these Super School Days, every class a pet passes will count for 2 days of classes instead of 1.

After a short break, the first Wednesday updates of the year have arrived, and they bring many new and exciting additions to Webkinz World!

Four new Challenges have been added.
These Challenges are: 

• Journey to Treasure Island Challenge

This Challenge follows the theme of a pirate's adventures on the high seas in search of the legendary Treasure Island. This Challenge will be unlocked to those who have completed the golf-themed Webkinz Open Challenge. It has 4 sets of tasks to complete instead of the usual 3, so be prepared!

•    CampKinz Cookout Challenge

This Challenge is a fun trip through the forests to a CampKinz Cookout! This Challenge also has 4 sets of tasks, and will be unlocked to anyone who has already completed the Key to Kinzville.This is a Challenge that involves asking friends for assistance, much like the Christmas challenge in December.

• Goober's Assistant Challenge

This fun little Challenge features our good scientist Goober. You'll need to help him out by playing some games and collecting some items. Hope you're good at Goober's Lab! This Challenge has only 2 sets of tasks, and will be unlocked after the Meet Mr. Moo Challenge is complete.

• Egyptian Expedition Challenge

This Challenge has 3 parts, and is Deluxe Only. Players will get to prepare for a trip through Egypt, exploring the sands and finding ancient artifacts. It will be unlocked to Deluxe members who complete the All Star Astronomer Challenge.


The Winter Line has been unveiled at the KinzStyle Outlet!
This line consists of warm coats and sweaters, three pairs of boots, and even a hat and a dress. Save your coupons--the prices have raised considerably in comparison to the fall line. The items that make up this line are:

•  Argyle Sweater--230 KC (not to be confused with the grey, green, purple, and orange sweater of the same name, which costs 55 KC and has been around for awhile!)
•  Checkered Fleece Jacket--325 KC
•  High Top Sneakers--100 KC
• Cozy Sweater and Scarf--210 KC (yay! Scarves for our Webbies!)
• Lace Up Boots--150 KC
• Pink Beanie Cap--185 KC
• Puffy Crested Jacket--345 KC
• Rhinestone Buckle Boots--175 KC
• Slinky Pink Sweater--310 KC
• Tunic Tutu--235 KC (this is a dress, with a pink skirt, and a black and white striped top with some design you can hardly see on the front. If you like the Lightweight Striped Top and Ruffled Skirt, then don't buy the two, just buy this dress--it's cheaper and looks almost identical.)

The Winter Room and Winter House Party Packs are for sale at the W-Shop!
With these Party Packs, one can set up a wintery party at either their house (750 KC) or at the Clubhouse (1,000 KC). 

Also, don't miss the Polka Dot Welcome Mat, sold for 200 KC at the W-Shop. This is a piece of furniture that's sold to accompany the eStore Polka Dot Theme, but it's also very easy to use with any other theme. Though you should know that it's not really good value for 200 KC, as it barely takes up a corner of a single tile, and in-room, looks more like a bunch of circles somebody spilled while crafting than anything else.

January 2012 Pets Revealed!

Ganz has just released the plush images for the January 2012 Webkinz! Looks like we're getting a ton of them, with 8 pets and a Signature!

Airedale Terrier

Fantastic! Gotta love the terriers. ^ ^

Blossom Sea Turtle

Cute smile. I love the design of its shell!

Charming Panda

A nice new addition to the families of Webkinz Panda collectors, but nothing that really stands out.

Cotton Candy Puppy

Gasp! The colors! The texture! That face! :D It's amazing!

Darling Dino

Oh, there you are, Darling Dino. As you may remember, this was supposed to be a December 2011 release, but it got moved.

Holland Lop Bunny

Simple, yet charming!

Mohawk Puppy

*applause*
The colors blend well, and the tufts of fur are a fine touch.

White Tiger

Eh...once again, a cool pet, but nothing all that unique. Something about that gaze...

Signature Siberian Husky

Huzzah, huzzah! A long-anticipated pet finally makes its debut. And a very pretty coat of fur it sports, too!

And, last but not least, the Valentine's Day 2012 pet...

The Eluvant.

 The heart shaped ears are a nice touch.