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Mardi Gras - February 20 Thru 24
Get Ready to Party - Like a Pirate!
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It's part Pirate carnival and part celebration, highlighted, of course, by fireworks, fellowship, and parades - It's Mardi Gras. We're having a grand old time in the Caribbean this year. Join us in the days leading up to and on Fat Tuesday (February 24) for fun, surprises, and celebration!
Join us!

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Submit Entries for the Ship Naming Contest
A Ship By Any Other Name ...
A ship holds a special place in every Pirate's heart, and naming that special craft is just as important as choosing one. That's why we're expanding the Shipwright's Ship Naming Menu! Is there a special name you'd like to see in the Shipwright's selections? Then climb onboard the Grog Blog and suggest one .
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Be My Valentine - Pirates Help Spark Romance
"The Ocean Be My True Love .."
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Thanks to our Unlimited Access Members who brought together lost loves of the Caribbean! You quested for Sid Tackem (poor old Sid, a fine Pirate, but not very comfortable meeting the ladies) and got a special limited-edition Valentine clothing item for your efforts! Keep your eye on the horizon for more story and holiday Quests.

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EITC Plots and Port Royal's Destruction
"Properly Warned Ye Be ..."
Rumors still abound in the islands about the EITC's plan to mount an all-out attack on the Pirates of the Caribbean. Recently, Captain Walter of the Marceline guild has been leading raids on EITC ships and has been encouraging other Pirates to do the same. Now Pirates are turning their eyes toward Tortuga where the EITC has been seen unloading unmarked crates and barrels of "goods."
Read more in Lore.
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Live the Pirate's Life Anniversary Contest
Contest Ends - Now Selecting Winners
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Our Live the Pirate's Life Contest has just ended, and we'd like to take a moment to thank all the Pirates who sent in videos showing us how they live the Pirate's life. From Sparrow wannabes to ship-sailing captains, you're all certainly living the Pirates life! In the next few weeks, we'll plunder through all the entries and share with you the winners!

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On the Horizon ...

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