Welcome to the 2nd edition of
clraik Quarterly.
Here, we will be recapping on news that have happened on clraik, Neopets, and even a few memorable world events. A new edition will be released every 3 months, and should be on a regular schedule after this edition. This edition will cover less time than usual to ensure the Quarterly is released four times in a yearly period.
As before, feedback and comments are greatly appreciated.
clraik
News
Team clraik
The Altador Cup has concluded, and, as always, Team clraik was in full force this year.
Despite setbacks, such as TNT's flagging, we managed to be strong competitors in this year's tournament. Great work to everyone on this year's team, and userbars will be rewarded soon to our teammates.
New Guides
Some of our users have spent their time creating various guides to help fellow members. If you're a scoresender, Andymac106's
(you need an account to see links) may be useful for you, or, if restocking pertains to you more, his
(you need an account to see links) may be helpful. If you have questions or concerns about VPNs and proxies,
(you need an account to see links) may help to resolve some of your concerns and familarize you with how to protect yourself using proxies.
Rank-ups
Official clraik:
None!
Top clraik:
looklook123123
Master clraik:
Aura
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Notable Bans
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Statistics
Our top statistics to see how they change over time.
Top Posters:
Infamous Joe (9,333)
John (5,853)
I_royalty_I (5,765)
Top Reputations:
Accelerator (812)
Zachafer (673)
Daviid (638)
Top Thanked:
Infamous Joe (15,464)
I_royalty_I (7,564)
Drizzy (6,917)
Top Referrers:
Infamous Joe (3,823)
Savant (217)
Vinko (174)
Events & Giveaways
Current:
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Neopets
News
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NetDragon, a builder of internet communities, has acquired Jumpstart. Being a leader in the Chinese gaming industry, Neopets users will be curious to see how the change will affect the site. Jumpstart being largely unpopular with the current users, Neopets can only hope that the new leadership will bring about welcomed changes to the site so it can at least brush its former glory again.
(credits to leilani for introducing this story)
Events
Altador Cup
The annual Altador Cup has concluded, and the winners were Kiko Lake, Kreludor, and Maraqua. Many players were frustrated this year, due to TNT's system of flagging in which stopped players from earning points or scoring trophies. Maraqua's win was also a controversy, as they landed in the mid bracket during the final round, but managed to seize third place. Despite the aggravations, Scrappy, the Neopian Times editor, was very communicative during this period, making board and responding to players' questions on the Site Events subforum.
AC Staff Tournament
TNT faced off in their own tournament, allowing users who added the staff members onto their team to earn Neopoints depending on the team's success. The top contenders (in their own section) were Ehlo Froyo, Scrappy, and Cherry Blossom.
New Avatars
New Pet Colours
International
News
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Britain has fallen victim to numerous terrorist attacks within the past few months. Seven were killed when a van was used to strike pedestrians on London Bridge, before the attackers stabbed others at Borough Market before being shot and killed by police. Twenty-two were also killed at a bombing at an Ariana Grande concert, mostly young people or their parents, where the attacker blew himself up. Westminster Bridge was also faced with tragedy in a separate attack where five were killed when a van rammed into pedestrians.
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Germany updated their marriage laws by ruling that same-sex couples could officially get married, legalizing the act by a large majority of votes. Before then, same-sex couples had only been allowed to enter into civil partnerships, but the legalization allows for families to adopt children and gain other rights not previously available.
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Adam West, most well-known for his role as the 60s Batman, passes away at 88 after battling leukaemia. Despite this notable role, he struggled without a steady job for years, until he landed a role as the Quahog Mayor in
Family Guy by the same name. He is survived by his wife, his six children, his grandchildren, and his great-grandchildren.
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