Hail, Elyrians!
The Elyria on Earth contest has come to an end and we had a wonderful time seeing your entries. Choosing a winner was tough but, in the end, someone must win! We primarily centered our judging around how well it fit the theme. In order to avoid bias (they wouldn't let Souzou and me vote for our own entry even though it was solid!), the team did secret ballots in several rounds before we ultimately decided on the winners.
But first, I want to go through some of the honorable mentions!
Bryce submitted an unprecedented 35 entries full of jaw-droppingly beautiful landscapes! Though he didn't win the contest, the team has been inspired by what he's shared and some of it may show up in the game. Not a direct win, but influencing the dev team is a win in its own way.
@SoulboundStudio#ElyriaOnEarth pic.twitter.com/ylWbtflkS7
— Bryce (@CommanderWarden) December 22, 2016
The simplicity of this comic-style entry by Omni-Gamers had us all nodding in approval.
@SoulboundStudio @dm21_gaming My entry for the Elyria on Earth contest !! #ElyriaOnEarth #CoE #FrappeLatte pic.twitter.com/GzRTvtEpNK
— Omni-Gamers (@Omni_Gamers) December 7, 2016
Lucius BlackHeart captured what would definitely happen if pteroguins were on Earth, even though they are a little small. Juveniles, probably.
@SoulboundStudio Elyria Invasion! Are you ready? #ElyriaOnEarth pic.twitter.com/EErFENdPWB
— Lucius-BlackHeart (@lucius_bh) January 7, 2017
Imbued Green braved winter like a true pioneer for these shots. Please help yourself to some cocoa with extra marshmallows!
@SoulboundStudio #ElyriaOnEarth
— Imbued Green (@Imbuedgreen) January 16, 2017
It is never too late to begin following the road to adventure. Just don't forget to bring the proper attire! pic.twitter.com/u5gEEMcjGV
The team loves sweets, so it was tough to pass this one over. We can confirm that we do love candy. In fact, had in included more sugar, it might have just won!
@SoulboundStudio In keeping with the season, and to honor all the new villas handed out. and because I'm hungry :p #ElyriaOnEarth pic.twitter.com/lqmFggXSk7
— Chris Miller (@Chris_Miller23) January 16, 2017
Literally everyone loves a good literal interpretation...literally!
#ElyriaonEarth @SoulboundStudio pic.twitter.com/R2gfwGnJ8e
— Mystic Dreamer (@mysticdreamr76) December 24, 2016
The production value looks awesome and we want to know when we can watch it!
@SoulboundStudio Is this WIP screen from an upcoming #ChroniclesOfElyria themed video suitable for the #ElyriaOnEarth contest? pic.twitter.com/EsMqL506AZ
— Chris James (@Jangular) January 6, 2017
We can neither confirm nor deny the sheer awesomenocity of this unofficial merchandise...
I made a thing today :) #ElyriaOnEarth @SoulboundStudio #pteroguin #crazypenguinthing #ChroniclesOfElyria pic.twitter.com/05OxaKTaVf
— Danielle (NieNie) (@Artgirlnienie) December 21, 2016
Painting Elyria onto Earth...kinda want to frame it and put it in game.
@SoulboundStudio #ElyriaOnEarth A photo from our RL elk hunt in Colorado, converted to Elyria elk hunting pic.twitter.com/Zmz8dtuwI3
— Rheika (@Rheika8) December 15, 2016
No contest would be complete without Melonist entries...
They say there's no bond like that of a boy and his melon turtle. #ElyriaOnEarth @SoulboundStudio #melonism pic.twitter.com/IXZ5M4DGPf
— Michael Galvin (@michael_galvin) December 13, 2016
We've been sent a curious gift from an anonymous source. Is this an entry for #ElyriaOnEarth? pic.twitter.com/lb8mJyEh7Q
— Soulbound Studios (@SoulboundStudio) December 1, 2016
We don't think this photoshoot happened because of this contest but it is, nevertheless, a great picture! We had to explain to some of the team that it wasn't a just a still from the Vikings TV show.
@SoulboundStudio 'AJ Charlton Photography' and I figured we should climb to the top of Mount Snowdon in full Viking armour. #ElyriaOnEarth pic.twitter.com/89Koywb5Oh
— Adam Collier (@ARCollier) December 6, 2016
We were also surprised how many things on Earth were unintentionally Elyrian things!
@SoulboundStudio #ElyriaOnEarth I didn't make this, but the original source has no source.. An albino flower-cup porcupine.. *Smiles* pic.twitter.com/wXkevb7D5x
— Gray Shaw (@Howl_Phoenix) December 10, 2016
.@SoulboundStudio This bronze sculpture, a fir-cone or Italian Pigna, with peacocks is located at the Vatican. #ElyriaOnEarth pic.twitter.com/kbolefuKUT
— Justin Esparza (@kahruveldesign) December 18, 2016
Ancient Rapier from the Order of the Pinecone. #ElyriaonEarth. @SoulboundStudio pic.twitter.com/u1FzQImRF7
— John Ford (@Sabbicat) January 1, 2017
And now the moment you've all been waiting for...
These 3 entries win 250 EP each which will be able to be used on items during the Exposition phase prior to launch.
We love us some arts and crafts! Clearly Sabbicat had to go outside to find a pinecone, obtain glow-in-the-dark paint, and maybe even to set it outside to dry to avoid the fumes. Going outside that much to ultimately have a bizarre pinecone that can be a physical reminder of CoE and a source of questioning looks from visitors is why this is a runner up.
Greetings @SoulboundStudio here is my submission for #elyriaonearth #Angelica'sTears. Thanks @Sabbicat pic.twitter.com/CtdUMYxMms
— John Ford (@Sabbicat) December 28, 2016
The Adventures of Olaf were a compelling read. He will now have some extra EP to get a horse or something for his next journey!
Olaf continues his journey throughout the night. Up to now his path has... (cont: https://t.co/PXzYIySoqN)@SoulboundStudio #ElyriaOnEarth pic.twitter.com/6d9Nzf1IRC
— Jorin Quiles (@JorinQuiles) January 11, 2017
It would have been easy to just change the text to say "Dryas Elk" but the attention to detail on those antlers is the reason Hellmoon is a runner up!
A Dryas Elk would do a number on a car! @SoulboundStudio #ElyriaOnEarth #chroniclesofelyria pic.twitter.com/pgD8jwfQOu
— Hannah VanOstrand (@HellmoonHV) January 14, 2017
The photoshop is strong with this one. The lighting, shadow, and scale are all accounted for to create a seamless depiction of Elyria on Earth. It's simple but effective and well-made. Justin Esparza is the lucky winner of $75 in store credit!
.@SoulboundStudio Hikers in the Alps with a decidedly Elyrian breed of pack animal. #ElyriaOnEarth #ChroniclesofElyria pic.twitter.com/GYXhCuBPQJ
— Justin Esparza (@kahruveldesign) December 18, 2016
Nearly all of LorenzRainBird's entries made it past the first couple rounds of judging, but this one is our favorite. It's his own picture, not an image found online, and he does a nice job placing Earth and Elyria together in a single shot. LorenzRainBird wins two 3-Day passes to PAX East and $150 store credit!
So, snow came to Elyria, and Vancouver. #ElyriaOnEarth @SoulboundStudio Fleyt looks over the town from a neighbour's back yard. pic.twitter.com/ubGcm0fuD6
— LorenzRainBird (@LoriWinterhoff) December 5, 2016
We'll be reaching out to all the winners to get them their prizes. Thanks for all the awesome entries and for your support!
Pledged to Your Continued Adventures in Life, Both Actual and Fantasy,
Vye
