Many Updates!

Hiya Cho's!
It's been such a long time since we've seen you guys! Hopefully, as you've noticed, the blog has changed completely. You'll notice soon that the theme will change to winter, as it is just around the corner.

If you guys would like some recent updates that you might have not noticed, here's some important things to know:

• There are now 6 new agents- please welcome Agnesie, Yosheh, Bluewonder, Feryat, Emma, and Maya!
• Phil has been promoted to a Developer!
• The Market has been shut down because of the low rate of interest and usage in the system.
• We have our November Journalists- Elthomii, Vasa12345, Alert, Agnesie, Bebot, and Adventurous!
• We had our 2nd Halloween party together on Chobots!
• It's already been 2 years on Chobots- woop!
• The Nichos have returned, oh no! Keep an eye out, they're already capturing Chobots!

There has also been a Halloween video contest held recently, here are the winners for that:

Waash17

Maya

Camera 

Those were some spooky and cool videos! Each of you win 5,000 bugs, 5 days of citizenship, and a video camera! 

To end this post full of updates, we (Maya and I) ask you fellow Chobots what you'd like us to post about. Interviews, stories, guides, anything?

Leave a comment below if you have any suggestions and we'll be sure to add it in just for you entertainment! 

Make sure you stay tuned in for more gossip, news, and updates! 

Sylva

P.S. Get ready for Thanksgiving, we might hold a contest on our blog with amazing prizes!

Catching Up!

Hey guys!
This blog is a catch up of almost everything that's happened this week so it's going to be a long one! Sorry I haven't been posting in a while, I've been very busy.. I hope this post makes up for the past week!

Name Change
I got my name changed to Maya! It is my nickname and I thought it was about time I changed my name. Also, for those of you who don't know, I have been promoted to Moderator. x]

Also, it's my 500th Cho Bithday today and some users drew me some art!

Aw how sweet! Thanks guys!

May Journalists
April is over and a new month is here! Therefore, we are looking for a fresh bunch of Journalists to join this months team.
Here are the main requirements for blogs

• You're posts should not be copied from a different source; you have to write them yourself. You are free to copy pictures from the Official Blog, however if you are taking it from another Chobot's blog, you should always ask for their permission first.
• Be creative and unique - Your posts don't always have to be about Chobots. You could share a story, you could post diary entries, comics.. anything that will make your blog noticed by the judges.
• Your blog must be at least a month old and your blog should be updated at least twice a week.

How? 

Click here to read the official post, this is where you should submit your blog.

You have until Thursday, May 9
Former journalists do not have to re-submit their blogs.

Have you been submitting your blog multiple times and not been very successful? Well I've written the perfect guide for you! Simply click here to read it.

Good luck!

Game Night Review
Game Night was a blast! We had tons of fun with the users and everyone enjoyed themselves.

"Game Night is an amazing event, it brings players together and gives them a chance of show casing their talent in their very favorite game!" - Furry

"It was a great games night which was extremely fun and I would never get bored of it" - Lololol1

"It was great! there was a variety of different magics used, lots of game playing and competitiveness in trying to be first in your favourite game! A great and very eventful evening in my eyes! I will definitely attend the next one:)" - Independent

It sounds like everyone had a great time! If you missed it, here are some snapshots!

Pictures from Dean and Official Blog

Main Blog Updates
Just a few updates added to the blog!
The header looks really funky, it's got a new look to it and is by far the best header yet.

Also, there is a new party tracker designed by Yaniv! This tracker will tell you the upcoming parties including a countdown. So keep an eye out for it!

Epic Designs
Firstly, we have our designer Star back in the team! He is forever creating cool items for Chobots and has a lot of enthusiasm. However, some of the items he creates are inspired by your drawings! He loves them so keep posting on the forums and sending to support! Here are a few of my favourite items which have been designed recently..

Users rocking some new wing designs. The rainbow wings were designed by Art!

That's all for now,
Thanks for reading, comment your favourite design!
Maya

Contests, contests & more contests!

Hi there, Chobots.
Swifter here, with a whole package of news! Let's get started, shall we?

April Journalists
The April Journalists have been announced! :O
Ooh, the tension! The Journalists of April 2013 are....

Bebot

Bluezorogirl13

Cati886

Drytoby

Eggs

Lisa09 & David09

Perfectlexie & Flapiefeet

Smiley

Twinklefairyx

Vasa12345

Congratulations, you guys! You've worked really hard on your blogs & it's finally paid off.

I'm sure you'll have a really fun time as Journalists. It really is an amazing achievement.

And, in return for all of your hard work you receive all of the following:

• Journalist badge on your playercard with your blog title. 
• The possibility for your blog to be featured on the play page. 
• Your blog will be featured on the Official Blog! 
• Moderators will bookmark your website! 
• You will be invited to write one blog post on the Official Blog. 
• You will be added to an exclusive mailing list to receive all the behind-the-scenes 
• information and news before anyone else does. 
• One free week of citizenship in the beginning of the month. 
• Automatically receive the feather item. 
• PC moderators even though their player-card is blocked. 
• Purple name-tag. 

Elite Journalists

This is a new scheme which will be starting this month! The Chobots Team have introduced to us.. ''Elite Journalists''. This is a new rank allowing Journalists to have more control over the Official Blog. To qualify for this spectacular rank, you must have been in the journalist system for at least 2 months and have amazing blogging skills. You do not currently need to be a journalist to be chosen.

Brand New Contest!

A brand new contest that has been added to Chobots! The Chobots Team have decided to host a contest with one of our favorite mascots.... CHOPIX!!! That's right. There's a new contest with one of our quests. Fact: This has never been done before! Isn't that just an awesome idea?
Obviously, for each competition, you have to have a scoreboard. Right? Well, they've added one, and I've gotta say; it's looking swift!

It's bright & pink! That's nice. You wouldn't have any trouble finding it, would you? Haha.

Very, very nice indeed! But, hurry! You don't have long to get as many points as you can! The contest is ending on April 15th! Good luck, and may the odds be forever in your favour.

75 Followers Contest

Twinkle will host a contest for an entire blog template when she reaches 75 followers! This includes a header, moving banner, blog banner, buttons, images and so much more!

Share the blog to your friends, only one more follower to go!

Thank you for reading my post,

Comment your favourite contest!

Swifter

Recruiting April Journalists

A new month has began and the Chobots Team have decided to recruit new journalists into the scheme. There are certain requirements you must follow to participate in this program.

• You're posts should not be copied from a different source; you have to write them yourself. You are free to copy pictures from the Official Blog, however if you are taking it from another Chobot's blog, you should always ask for their permission first.
• Be creative and unique - Your posts don't always have to be about Chobots. You could share a story, you could post diary entries, comics.. anything that will make your blog noticed by the judges.
• Your blog must be at least a month old and your blog should be updated at least twice a week.

If you feel that your blog has covered all the requirements then submit your blog!

How? 

Click here to read the official post, this is where you should submit your blog.

You have until Friday, April 12

Have you been submitting your blog since the start of this program and not been very successful? Well I've written the perfect guide for you! Simply click here to read it.

Former journalists do not have to re-submit their blogs.

Good luck to all you budding authors.

Twinkle

Feeling Lucky?

Hey guys! Another jam-packed, amazing post heading your way!
Ok, before I start, I have some random news to share with you...
Last Friday, it was Comic Relief in the UK.. Also known as Red Nose Day. It's a day where people raise money for people less fortunate as us. So, I sprayed my hair red and now it's not coming out D;
Moving on..

St Patrick's Day Updates
Happy St. Patrick's Day! To celebrate this green occasion, the designers have created a fun, fresh Cafe St decorated with shamrocks, pot o' golds, and advertisements of St Patrick xD

March Journalists
New journalists have been announced! I am so proud to say that ChoGossip is one of the lucky blogs to be picked for March Journalists! Guess that's why they call it the Month of Luck xD
Here are all the blogs which were picked

• Twinklefairyx
• Art
• Swifter
• Captain
• Bebot
• Brooke647
• Little98miss
• Vasa12345
• David09
• Bluezorogirl13
• Pain

I am truly grateful for them picking 'our' blog. That's right, I want to share my reward with all of you readers of my blog, because without you my blog wouldn't be here!
Congratulations all of you who were picked as your blogs are amazing. If you weren't picked, don't be sad! I have a Road to Journalism post written. Click here to read it.

Agency Poll

The Agent Recommendations have been counted and seven lucky Chobots have been elected to go through to the next phase of heading towards agency.. The Agency Poll.
Congratulations to:

• Bluezorogirl13
• Theufo
• Spencer
• Adster015
• Woolyfleece
• Bacon
• Furry

You are the Lucky 7 that have made it to the poll. To vote on the poll click here.
Don't worry if you haven't been picked, there are always new agent polls every month. In the mean time, you should read this post written by Koiz.

Cool Outfits
Today I was looking out for some cool St Patrick's Day themed outfits to be featured on my blog. Perhaps it will give you an idea on how to dress for todays event.

LaurenMeow - I like how she has incorporated her green style with dragonfly wings. Also, the blue in the tutu also goes well with the wings. An amazing outfit, great job.

HummingBirdVani - I absolutely love her outfit. The way her shoes and hair colour match the brown shirt and paintbrush. The cute golden ascot also matches the tip of the brush.

Coliflower - I love how the rainbow magic just stands out. It brightens the entire mood of the outfit. Well put together, well done.

Funny Fact

The three users I chose all have 1 day away from having a whole numbered age! Haha.

That's all for now,
Have a great day, be sure to comment what you think of the new updates.
Twinkle

Super Sunday

Hiya guys! I have so much gossip to spill *excited* haha!
Aw, it's Sunday.. soon it will be time for school -.-

Game Night Review
Game Night was a blast! It brought the Chobots Community together and we all had a great time. There was competition in every game, however only the person in 1st place could win the prize!
However, before I reveal the winners of each game, here are some quotes from Chobots about yesterdays game night;

Game night was an awesome experience! I just love the idea that the moderators came up with, it's a nice challenge and a fun activity. -Vasa12345

It was awesome, really awesome. - Bacon

So, this is the moment of truth... here are the winners!

 

They won 5 days of citizenship, 

5000 bugs and a game controller!

March Journalists

Next up is this months journalists! Anyone can enter their blog as long as it's over a month old, they post regularly and they don't copy and paste posts from the Main Blog.

If you think you have what it takes to become a journalist, sign up your blog on the blog post.

All you have to do is comment your blog URL on the post. Simples.

Twinkle's Advice #3
Have you been applying for journalist for these past 2 months and not been successful? If so, then carry on reading! You are in the same boat as me because my blog has also been turned down twice. So, I will give you some tips on how you an do better.

First of all, it is pointless to give your blog in again if you haven't made any changes to it, because that's what the judges are looking out for; whether you have improved. If you don't know how you can improve, simply check out the current journalists to have an idea of what elements might have caught the judges eye.

Perhaps adding more pages or changing the layout of your posts will be a good idea. The main key is to make your blog original. For example, to keep my blog unique, I changed my blog name to 'ChoGossip'. Because I felt a cool, fresh blog name will make my blog sound interesting before someone has actually viewed it.

Agents Meeting
All you agents out there.. this is a message for you! There will be an Agents Meeting on Saturday, 16th March. You are not obliged to come, however those who come will be awarded with a special prize!
We will talk about all sorts x]
Hope to see you there.

That's all for now!
More fun posts are heading your way!
Twinkle

Twinkle's Advice #1

How to become a Journalist?
Well, becoming a Journalist isn't as easy as it used to be.
Now the Chobots Team are looking for creativity and style in posts, and don't forget uniqueness!
You should post on your blog at least 3 times a week and your posts should never ever ever be 'copy and pasted' from the Main Blog.

Also, your pages should be up to date and include pictures and creative text in them.
These are all very important tips, however this is the secret to become a Journalist...
Make sure your blog is ORIGINAL!
Originality is key, the Chobots Team don't want to keep reading similar blogs, they're looking out for those that make them want to read on!
I'm not a journalist however I am sure if you read these tips you will be one soon enough. You should never give up. I still carry on although I wasn't one this month! It takes time to become a Journalist.
I hope my tips help!

Twinkle

New perks for journalists!

Hey Chos!
As you know, the Chobots Team are a wonderful bunch of people, therefore they have decided to give journalists several AMAZING new perks to start of the new year.
However, the rules of becoming a journalist have changed. You are now not judged by the style and creativity of the blog but now judged by the effort of your posts.
Boosts to become a journalist could be writing stories, reviews and maybe interviews; however your posts must still be Chobots related.

Perks include:

So what are you waiting for?! Get your thinking hats on and write creatively for our staff!

Good luck to everyone who enters.

-Twinkle

Calling All November Journalist!

Well hello there everyone! It's ToastyTim (bet you didn't even know I worked here)! I'm here to post about our Journalist Program! Its the 3rd of the month, so that means Journalist can submit their blogs to Chobots.net, and it may get featured on the main blog!

Taken from the main blog

Here are the guidelines:

• You MUST publish your own content, no taking words from other people and using them as your own! (However, you CAN use pictures from the main blog in your post!)
• You should be active in the community!(You should post on your blog at least twice a week, your blog should to be open for atleast a month, you should be active in-game, and on the forum)

Here's your reward:

• You get a spiffy little J badge on the lower right corner of you playercard!

Looking spiffy boss!

• Your blog will get featured on the Main blog on the sidebar!

Spiffy Blogroll!

So what are you waiting for!? If you think you qualify, leave a comment with your blog on the blog post!

Maybe you can be a journalist! Don't be afraid to sign up HERE!

Good luck, and keep writing!

Keep it spiffy!

~ToastyTim