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Galingale Striders


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----------Lore---------------
Skeletal Galingale Striders used to only be known by the word of the superstitious. Tales of creatures sent from the underworld roamed the marshes and dark mountains, taking the lives of those who foolishly entered. The legends said the creatures would wait in the thick fog, screaming, pretending to be trapped in the mud. By the time their victim was close enough to see the hairless animal, with it's bones blocking the light from beneath it's skin, it was too late. Snatched away, the Strider would drag them into the bog burring them alive in the thick mud only to return when hunger pained it's stomach.
It is believed their appearance struck fear in those from long ago as they believed seeing one was a bad omen and death was upon the people. This lead a mass hunt to eradicate the entire species, to be sure of humanity's survival. After thousands of years of only paintings and stories to tell us about this mysterious sub-species, we now know these creatures do exist and are not malicious as the stories say.
These Strider's are the tallest out of all the sub-species and have transparent skin which reveals their bones. They have no fur, instead they have a fine layer of peach fuzz that makes their skin soft to the touch. They have developed this way due to the lack of sunlight in their environment. The dark mountains only receive the light from the moon reflecting off the rocks and the marshes are so thick with tree's and fog, fireflies can barely be seen. These Striders often take refuge deep within caves inside the mountains and do not crave the flesh of man. They much prefer glowing grubs, mosses, and carrion. Though they are not necessarily aggressive, they are very wary of people and if threatened will fight to the death. They are not a tame species and very difficult to find but those who have managed to bond with them have a very loyal companion.
We hope with time more of these species will reveal themselves but they have only been seen around the time of Halloween. Best of luck to you all who wish to train one of these marvelous creatures.

----------About---------------
Welcome to the Hallowed Moons Event! Skeletal Striders have emerged from the fog again, ready to be tamed. During this event you have the chance to win one of these sub-species! Follow the information below on how to get involved with this event!

This event will last from October 1st - October 31st, 2025.

---------------Challenges---------------

Trick or Treat
Post "Trick or Treat" on this page. Depending on what you pick will determine the amount of points you will receive... or loose. There is also a small chance to win "mystery prizes" with your choices. You can only post 1 option every 15-24 hours from your last post.
Contestants will be listed in order by the amount of points they have accumulated. The one with the most points will be allowed to choose the first Mystery Strider.

Costume Contest
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Design a costume for either a Strider
you own or our Hallowed Moons Mascot,
Vulcan. You will post your entry to the Discord
for the community to vote on October 30th.

Pumpkin Carving Contest
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Use our Pumpkin Giftlines,
or draw your own Pumpkins.
You will need to design 3
pumpkins based off of 3 of
your favorite designed
Striders. You'll need to
explain why you went with
those design choices and
what you love most about
those Striders. If using
Striders you don't own,
you will need to link the
owners of the Striders
in your entry!
Designs will be judged by
the community, on Discord
October 30th!

Spooky Story
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Post a small story about a Strider you own or our Hallowed Moons Mascot, Vulcan, using one of these prompts.

• Ghost Interaction
• Obtaining a Subtle Curse
• Experiencing a Transformation
• Potion Side Effects
• An Unlikely Companion

Your Stories will need to be 500 words minimum with no maximum, and you can post them here for editing and safe keeping before judging day on Discord October 30th.

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---------------Staff Benefits and Rules---------------
• Keep Striders hidden until chosen.
• Artists CAN NOT participate in the event as a competitor.
• Artists are granted 1 Event ticket for creating adopts.
• Foal Lines are not required, but must be
made if requested.
• Leave all Strider information as ???, except
Height, Sex, Generation and Training.

---------------Important Dates---------------
• October 1st
[Competitions begin]

• Every Friday, points calculated and adjusted.
[Competitions begin]

• October 1st - October 15th
[Free Ticket Raffles on Discord]

• October 30th
[Contest's Judged on Discord]

• October 31st
[All Winners Announced]

November 1st-8th
[All Striders Adopted]

---------------Event Rules---------------
• General Rules apply.
• Do not post on this page besides "Trick" or
"Treat".
• You may only post 1 time a day.
• Posts must be within 15-24 hours of each other.
• Posting both Trick and Treat will disqualify
you from points for the day.
• Challenges must be completed in order to
count or be voted on.
[500 words minimum]
• You may only post 1 pumpkin carving.
• Pumpkin carvings must be related to 3
of your favorite Strider Designs.
• You may post only 1 writing entry.
• You may post only 1 costume.
• Costumes may be sketches, or
even photoshopped clothing.
• NO AI allowed.
• You can apply for each of the raffles 1 time.
• Raffles are only held on Discord.

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----------2025 Applicants---------------

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• Flicka
  contest: trick or treat
  points: 41
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• Kitsyn
  contest: trick or treat
  points: 38
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• LOSTINTHEUNKNOWN
  contest: trick or treat
  points: 31
• Nanorat
  contest: trick or treat
  points: 30
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• Nalena
  contest: trick or treat
  points: 20
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• Elderling
  contest: trick or treat
  points: 20
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• Werepickle
  contest: trick or treat
  points: 19
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• Zentropy
  contest: trick or treat
  points: 11
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• Vyraal
  contest: trick or treat
  points: 11
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• AnonymousSoul
  contest: trick or treat
  points: 17
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• Baobabel
  contest: trick or treat
  points: 10
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• Loonamoth21
  contest: trick or treat
  points: 6
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• Queen Vivane
  contest: trick or treat
  points: -5
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• Parkiet
  contest: trick or treat
  points: -5
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• Cactus_Pawzzz
  contest: trick or treat
  points: -10
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