07-25-2019, 10:08 PM
(This post was last modified: 09-08-2019, 06:33 PM by GamerInGeorgia.)
Ladies and gentlemen, Koopas and Mushrooms, I humbly present to you...
MFGG's First Writing Competition!
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That's right! A fresh, new competition that's never been done before! Now, let's get into the theme...
Since MFGG's 18th anniversary was not too long ago, the theme will have to do with what MFGG's all about: Mario.
Speaking of Mario, where'd he come from? How did he and his lanky brother Luigi become the heroes of the Mushroom Kingdom? Where did it all begin?
Your job is to come up with your own version of the Mario Brothers' story. You are free to run wild with this theme, just keep it within MFGG guidelines. You can finally settle the argument whether Mario is from Brooklyn or Italy.
However, there is one catch... Within your tale, you must include Luigi saying the following words of wisdom: "I hope she made lots of spaghetti!" And yes, it has to make sense within the story.
The Rules
1. You must have Mario, Luigi, Peach, and Bowser or some other villain (you can make up your own if you want) each playing a role within your story.
2. As stated above, there has to be an instance where Luigi says the words "I hope she made lots of spaghetti!" Word for word. Plus, it must fit within the context he's saying it in. [Try to do something unique with this. Don't just copy Hotel Mario in regards to the how this line is used.]
3. Don't copy any existing Mario plot.
4. You don't have to be particular regarding grammatical errors and spelling mistakes. However, if the judges consider it unreadable or even if only one section is hard to understand, then it may be disqualified.
5. Texting language/abbreviations are not allowed within your story unless it is within the context of one character texting another by phone and is easily understood.
6. You must have a minimum of two full pages of text in Arial, 12-point font. This can be checked by pasting your story into Google Docs.
7. The story may be as long as you want! Just don't, you know, make it too long.
8. Your story must have a title.
9. The judges may disqualify any entry if they see fit as long as there is a viable reason for doing so.
How to Submit
As you might have seen in the rules, we are having judges this time around! @VinnyVideo, @Evil Yoshi Toes, @Fun With Despair, and @GamerInGeorgia (that's me!) are your judges de jour! To eliminate bias, I have come up with this system of blind judging:
Go to this link and upload the file or link of your entry. Do NOT post your entry on the forums or on the MFGG Discord. Then, after you've sent your entry in, send @GamerInGeorgia (me, again) a DM either here on the forums or on Discord. Here's what it should look like, with the spoiler containing the name of your entry (this must match the title you gave your story):
I will create a list of the entries as they come in (everyone will read them blind) and only start posting the names once I get a good amount of entries so that it's not evident who wrote what.
On a side note, the judges can also submit entries; however, they will not be judging their own entry. A judge can still win if the other judges vote for their story, but can't vote for themselves.
The Deadline and the Prize
You have until August 25, 2019 11:59 PM EST to complete your entry. This is a soft deadline and you're allowed to be a little late.
Regarding the prize for coming out on top, the winning story will get a cover drawn by Evil Yoshi Toes! (Second place might get something too!)
On top of that, all entries will be compiled and posted on Wattpad!
If you have any questions, ping/DM me here or on the MFGG Discord if you need anything clarified!
With that being said, what are you waiting for? Dust off those typewriters, put your Mario caps on, and get writing!
List of Entries
Pipes
Super Mario Bros: King Koopa's Clown Car Disaster
Mario '83
Turtles
Mario Bros. & Insurance Papers
MFGG's First Writing Competition! Since MFGG's 18th anniversary was not too long ago, the theme will have to do with what MFGG's all about: Mario.
Speaking of Mario, where'd he come from? How did he and his lanky brother Luigi become the heroes of the Mushroom Kingdom? Where did it all begin?
Your job is to come up with your own version of the Mario Brothers' story. You are free to run wild with this theme, just keep it within MFGG guidelines. You can finally settle the argument whether Mario is from Brooklyn or Italy.
However, there is one catch... Within your tale, you must include Luigi saying the following words of wisdom: "I hope she made lots of spaghetti!" And yes, it has to make sense within the story.
The Rules 2. As stated above, there has to be an instance where Luigi says the words "I hope she made lots of spaghetti!" Word for word. Plus, it must fit within the context he's saying it in. [Try to do something unique with this. Don't just copy Hotel Mario in regards to the how this line is used.]
3. Don't copy any existing Mario plot.
4. You don't have to be particular regarding grammatical errors and spelling mistakes. However, if the judges consider it unreadable or even if only one section is hard to understand, then it may be disqualified.
5. Texting language/abbreviations are not allowed within your story unless it is within the context of one character texting another by phone and is easily understood.
6. You must have a minimum of two full pages of text in Arial, 12-point font. This can be checked by pasting your story into Google Docs.
7. The story may be as long as you want! Just don't, you know, make it too long.
8. Your story must have a title.
9. The judges may disqualify any entry if they see fit as long as there is a viable reason for doing so.
***Make sure that there is nothing that reveals who you are in your entry!***
How to Submit Go to this link and upload the file or link of your entry. Do NOT post your entry on the forums or on the MFGG Discord. Then, after you've sent your entry in, send @GamerInGeorgia (me, again) a DM either here on the forums or on Discord. Here's what it should look like, with the spoiler containing the name of your entry (this must match the title you gave your story):
Forum DM:
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Spoiler![[Image: unknown.png]](https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/425338015930515463/604107309601259533/unknown.png)
Discord DM:
This spoiler will only be looked at after all of the judges have voted. Do NOT DM me if you have not submitted yet!!!!! ![[Image: unknown.png]](https://media.discordapp.net/attachments/425338015930515463/604108229970231317/unknown.png)
I will create a list of the entries as they come in (everyone will read them blind) and only start posting the names once I get a good amount of entries so that it's not evident who wrote what.
On a side note, the judges can also submit entries; however, they will not be judging their own entry. A judge can still win if the other judges vote for their story, but can't vote for themselves.
The Deadline and the Prize You have until August 25, 2019 11:59 PM EST to complete your entry. This is a soft deadline and you're allowed to be a little late.
Regarding the prize for coming out on top, the winning story will get a cover drawn by Evil Yoshi Toes! (Second place might get something too!)
On top of that, all entries will be compiled and posted on Wattpad!
If you have any questions, ping/DM me here or on the MFGG Discord if you need anything clarified!
With that being said, what are you waiting for? Dust off those typewriters, put your Mario caps on, and get writing!
List of Entries Pipes
Super Mario Bros: King Koopa's Clown Car Disaster
Mario '83
Turtles
Mario Bros. & Insurance Papers
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Can't wait to see what will you all make!
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