Rain, rain, go away… Rainy days can be the pits, especially when the cold winter is over and you’re waiting for warm-weather fun to start. With the right amount of imagination and creativity, there are lots of fun things you can do indoors. Below are some fun indoor activities for the whole family to save you when it’s raining cats and dogs.
Play Wizard hide-and-seek
The greatest thing about hide-and- seek is that you can play it almost anywhere, with any number of people higher than one. This fun twist is a take on the popular game that makes “it” the Wizard and every other player a “magic spell”. Just like traditional hide-and-seek, the rules are simple: One person is “it” aka “the Wizard” and the other people (the magic spells) have to hide. The Wizard has to find the magic spell’s hiding places, and the first person to be found becomes The Wizard in the next round.
To play, choose a place to be your home base. You can pick something small (like your favorite chair), or something big (like a whole room). The person who is The Wizard stands at home base, covers his or her eyes, and counts (everyone should agree on what number The Wizard is counting to before you start to play). All the players except for The Wizard find places to hide. When he or she is done counting, the hunt is on!
Act out a game of charades, Pirate101 style
Charades is about getting other players to guess a word or phrase—like a movie title or a book—without actually saying anything. In this take on the game, everyone writes something from Pirate101 on a slip of paper and puts it in a bowl. Things written down could range from a pet, a world, a character, and more! One person then draws a piece of paper, reads what’s on it, and acts it out while the other players guess. When your word or phrase is being acted out, play fair and don’t yell out the answer! If you have a clock or a timer from another game, it’s a good idea to give each person a set amount of time to act things out.
Wiggle and dance, then FREEZE!
When you need to get your wiggles out after being cooped up inside, you can put on some music and play Freeze! All you need is something to listen to and people to play. Put one person in charge of the music while everyone else gets to dance. This person starts the music, and to the others must get moving—dance, wiggle, jump, skip… anything goes as long as you’re being safe. Then, the person with the music presses “Pause,” and everyone has to freeze. The most fun part of this game is that the players have to freeze in whatever position they were in when the music stopped! Anyone who keeps moving is out of the game. Keep doing this till only one person is left.
Play trivia games online
When you’re all worn out from hide-and-seek and Freeze, you can play some awesome games at FreeKIgames.com. There are tons of fun trivia games with all kinds of subjects, from movies and music to ballet, holidays, farm facts and much more. You can even win codes and free items for Wizard101 and Pirate101! With permission from your parents, get online and challenge your siblings on FreeKI Games.
With all these awesome indoor activities to choose from, rainy days don’t have to be boring.
Having a pet has always said something about the kind of person you are. If someone tells you “I’m a cat person,” you know that might mean he or she is independent and solitary, while dog people enjoy time with others and tend to be energetic.
Your Wizard101 pet also says something about the kind of person you are.
Brown Rat Magician
While this little guy isn’t one of the strongest pets in the Spiral, his willpower is impressive. If your favorite pet is a Brown Rat Magician, you like to be secretive and sly. You enjoy being with people, but prefer that they not get too close to you. In a pinch, you are one tough cookie to beat.
Cat Thug
One of the weaker pets you can have, this guy is more about appearance than power. Like a true cat person, you have a Cat Thug to show that you are an individual, not part of the crowd. You like to stand out, but don’t typically want to get involved.
Clockwork Paladin
Without a doubt, this guy is one of the strongest pets to have by your side. While you are very nice, you know how to show your strength when necessary, but you aren’t out to intimidate people. You are optimistic and friendly, preferring to see the best in everyone.
Dapper Corgi
This stylish pup is good at everything. Consider that Queen Elizabeth has several Corgis, and you get an idea what this pet says about you. You are pleasant and witty, and people who know you love having you around.
Grumpy Snowman
This pet is surprisingly smart and agile for a creature made of frozen water. Having one of these grumpy guys makes a very interesting statement about how you see the world. While you tend to be pessimistic at times, you know that nothing lasts forever, including gloomy skies. You are determined and always get things done when you put your mind to it.
Krokotillian
A rare combination of brains and brawn, the Krokotillian is all business. As the owner of a Krokotillian, you are no stranger to power. Looks are nice for other people, but you care more about being in charge and getting things done. People love being on your team because of this.
Lucky Leprechaun
What this little guy lacks in strength, he more than makes up for in brains and will. As one of the smartest pets, Lucky Leprechauns don’t just have the luck of the Irish. If you have one of these, you are the kind of person people know to watch. You are a fun-loving prankster.
Myth Ghoul
Myth Ghouls are surprisingly strong for the undead. If you have one of these, you are full of surprises. You prefer sports to school, but that is what people love about you. You aren’t flashy because you prefer to win as a team than on your own.
Spider Golem
This is hands down the most powerful spider in the first generation. It’s a rare pet, so having one shows that you are both determined and dedicated. You know how to be happy with what you have, you just love the challenge of finding out if things could be better.
White Rat Magician
Perhaps one of the most surprising pets, the White Rat Magician has everything but strength and power. With one of these in your collection, you are probably the kind of person who prefers brain work. You also love games like chess that require agility and out-thinking your opponent.
Did thou knowest William Shakespeare would arriveth at the ripe olde age of 451 years old today, April 23, 2015?
Mayhaps in celebration of Talk Like Shakespeare Day, thou may enjoyest this ode to Fishing in the Spiral. Cast a line and catch a Sharkspear today!
All the Spiral’s a Pond
All the Spiral’s a pond,
And all the Wizards merely anglers;
They have their waves and their shores,
And one Wizard in their time catches many Dekois,
Their acts being seven ranks. At first, the Novice,
Casting and missing in the Commons pond.
Then the Neophyte, with few lures
And shining morning face, creeping like a snail
Unwillingly to catch. And then the Apprentice,
Fire lures like furnace, with a woeful ballad
Made to the Be Mine Fish. Then the Initiate,
Full of strange oaths and bearded like the Bearded Trout,
Jealous in honor, sudden and quick in dueling,
Seeking the most badges
Even in the Catfish’s mouth. And then the Intermediate,
In fair round belly of a whopper Codfather,
With eyes severe and suit of formal cut,
Full of wise tips and fishing quests;
And so they fish their best. The sixth age shifts
Into the Journeyman Angler,
With spectacles on nose like the Four-Eyed Grouper;
Their youthful rank, well saved, a Spiral too wide
For the Sun Ray, and its big yellow fins,
Turning again toward childish Todd Poles, pipes
And whistles in the splash. Last rank of all, Adept Angler
That ends this strange eventful past-time,
Of second hobby and energy gear,
Sans Bone Fish, sans Execushiner, sans Frankenfish, sans everything.
(Parody of the “All the world’s a stage” monologue from As You Like It by William Shakespeare.)
Our Wizard artists have been hard at work this month crafting beautiful paintings, drawings and other creative endeavors. Each month we like to feature Pirate101 fan art and fan photo submissions through or official social media like Facebook and Pinterest. There are always tons of creative works from dedicated Wizard101 players, and this month is no different!
We had many talented artists submit in the past few months, but here are some of our recent art favorites.
Want to submit something creative of your very own? If you are under 13 years of age, ask your parent or guardian for permission to send us your screenshot. If you would like to submit something, send the picture and your character name in an email to community@wizard.com! Please attach no more than three images per email, and please limit total submissions to no more than nine screenshots in a month. Try to only submit your very best images!
Online games are a great source of fun and education for the whole family, but as a parent, it can be a struggle to determine which games are appropriate for your kids. Setting boundaries can be tough, especially if you’ve never played the games yourself. To keep parents informed, the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB®) system offers guidance about the content in each video or computer game your child plays. Below, each rating and content descriptor is explained:
EC = Early Childhood
Games rated EC – Early Childhood are great for kids ages 3 and older. This rating means the game shouldn’t include any content that a parent might deem inappropriate. You can trust that your child won’t encounter suggestive language, violence, or mischief of any kind in EC games.
E = Everyone
Games rated E – Everyone feature content that is more suited for children ages 6 or older. Games in this category may contain some comic mischief, mild language, and/or minimal violence. To give you an idea of what to expect, Wizard101 is considered E – Everyone 10+. If you’re unsure of what your child might see in these games, play first for yourself, then make a judgment call.
T = Teen
Games rated T – Teen target young adults ages 13 and older. Content within these types of games may include mild or strong language, violence, and/or suggestive themes. If you’re uncomfortable with your child hearing insults, seeing fighting, or potentially noticing some interesting adult themes, test the waters with each game or ask other parents if they’ve played. You might be surprised at the games some parents play in their downtime.
M = Mature
Games rated M – Mature should have audiences ages 17 and older. They generally contain mature sexual themes, strong language, and/or significant violence. Expect many instances of weapon use, curse words, and other elements reminiscent of R-rated movies in these types of games.
AO = Adults Only
This title is basically self-explanatory, as games rated AO – Adults Only are only suitable for adults. Games that fall within this category typically incorporate explicit and graphic depictions of sex and violence. AO games are not intended for kids under the age of 18, but luckily very few are ever given this rating.
RP = Rating Pending
Games rated RP – Rating Pending have been sent to the ESRB and are awaiting their final rating. Because there is no real information available yet, it’s recommended that parents either hold off on making a purchase until the rating is determined or play the game themselves to make an informed decision.
In addition to these ratings, games usually include content descriptors that detail which elements led to their designation of EC, E, T, M, or AO. A few of these include:
- Animated Blood
- Comic Mischief
- Edutainment
- Fantasy Violence
- Some Adult Assistance May Be Needed
For a full list of content descriptors and their explanations, head here.
The ESRB does a fantastic job rating the content of computer and video games so that parents can make smart choices for their kids when it comes to gaming. It’s always important to take precaution—whether gaming offline or online—and to set boundaries when possible. This means selecting an age-appropriate rating, using parental controls online, and monitoring gaming habits.
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