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As some of you islanders may remember, there was a question about how to transfer the old teleports that are saved to your current computer to a new one. Well, now there's a way!

Thanks to Seashell, we've figured out a way to "teleport" your teleports! All you have to do is go to your program files and find "Stagecoach Island." Once you open it, there should be a folder called "teleport.txt." Just copy and paste it to your new computer — as Seashell says, "Easy as pie!"

Now those are some mad computer sleuthing skills!

Also, congrats to those who've finished the Quest! Know anyone that's completed the Black Bart adventure? Post their names (or your own) here, and let's see how many slanders have made it to Deputy status! Woot!

If you've been wondering who the dude is talking to you in the volcano, he's actually a descendant of someone very important — James B. Hume. Hume (the first and the original) was a Wells Fargo special agent assigned to track down Black Bart  and other robbers way back in the day when outlaws were looting the treasure boxes off of stagecoaches and railroad express cars!

Special Agent Hume's mission was to follow the trail of evidence that Black Bart left behind. So some of the clues you see for the Quest are loosely based on what Black Bart really used to do, like leave poems and little notes at his crime scenes! Hume was hot on his tail, tracking footprints, bullets, tools, and clothing — anything that would give him a lead to Black Bart's whereabouts.

There are actual photos and documents from Hume's very own personal case files that are now preserved in the Wells Fargo Archives, and if you're really interested, you can see some of the evidence in a Crime Scene Investigation exhibit at the Wells Fargo History Museum in San Francisco! Pretty nifty, yeah?

So, when you're chatting with James Hume III, know that he's related to a pretty brave special agent, and take his advice — he knows what he's talking about!

Well, except maybe when he comments on people's hairstyles and stuff. But you get the point!

 

Last Friday was "International Talk Like a Pirate Day"  — thought I'd just throw in a "shiver me timbers!" to celebrate for those of you who missed it!

I met Miana, who wanted me to do a quick little shout out to Matt for building her a absolutely sassy home in Isla Del Sol. Check out the photos: there's a section of grassy green stairs that Matt calls "The Steps." Why, I have no idea...we'll just have to wait for him to explain that part. Other than that, the place looks awesome! Check it out at 124S 122W.

 
 

Oh, and by the way, lots of people have been asking me questions about the Quest, and digging for hints here and there...my lips have been taped shut (more like glued with super duper glue!), and if I say anything, I'll be locked up in the silent room again!

But, if you islanders want to share some hints with each other, go for it! You can even comment your findings right here below this post. Literally, just write an itty bitty clue right below these words.

All you got to do is start typing and click submit!

 

We have an exciting beach event hosted by HaileyHorse15 coming up this Saturday. The party starts from 6pm and ends at 8pm, so all the islanders can check out the island sky as the sun sets and the moon rises!

Date:               Saturday, September 20, 2008
Time:               6:00pm PT
Location:         Beach Cabana 125S 85W
Details:           It's going to be a late night beach party!

Don't miss out!

 
 

For all the islanders who've seen RandyLH's special little profile here and who've been 'gramming me when the new islander will be up, well, here's your chance to help decide that!

This month, we want to put the Member Spotlight on someone who's new to the island. So pick a newbie and just nominate like we did last time!

Wondering if your picture can be featured on the site? Well, write us a little snippet and tell us why! Make it a good tidbit though — the other islanders will be looking at it while submitting their nominations too!

Who will be the next island celeb? Will it be YOU?

By this time, I'm sure all you islanders have heard about the Quest, right? (If you haven't, you can find out more about it here!)

We got together last Friday and celebrated the Quest's kick-off. We ended up chit-chatting all the way to the bingo hall to compete! If you missed our little Quest rendezvous, no worries — we'll have something like it again soon, since I know lots of you have questions and stuff!

So far, I've heard from some peeps that a tiny handful of people have completed the mission and reached the secret chamber of Black Bart! Have you?

Check out our pics and let us know where you are on the Quest! I'm still waiting for the sunset, but at least I have my key! You?

 
 

Let's get together and celebrate the Quest!

With it being new and all, I just wanted to make sure that you guys are able to figure out the clues. I mean, it's not a piece of cake or anything, so don't worry if you're slightly frustrated, lost, confused — all that good stuff.

Just remember that you're the mastermind treasure hunter solving a very intricate mystery!

So with that said, in honor of the brave islanders, we would like to have a little get together to support the fellow peeps that will be embarking on this mission to hunt for Black Bart's lost gold!

Bring your thinking caps and quest capes — we're on for an awesome party!

P.S. I know we talked about changing the times of the parties to something that worked better for everyone, so I took all the suggested times and stuff that you guys sent in and decided on Friday Sep 19th at 5pm Pacific Time. Check the Events section for the most updated party info!

 

I can't tell you where I am, or how I got here — but I'm stuck in the silent room till one of you guys figures out how to find the treasure!

It's cold, dark, and a bit boring here...not nearly as exciting as being a part of Black Bart's treasure hunt! I'm hidden in a corner tapping into the free wi-fi. Someone please hurry and finish the Quest so I can come back to the island!

*lights another candle*

P.S. Since I can't be there, please post all the cool things you've seen so far! You know, all the juicy tidbits and details of what's mysterious and strange out there! But be careful! You don't want to give away too much, or else someone might beat ya to the treasure!

As the Mission Impossible theme music plays in the background — let me let you in on a little secret...

*beckons islander to come closer*

Black Bart is behind the mystery that lurks the island. Who is he you ask? He's not just any bandit, but the infamous robber that looted lots of stagecoaches back in the 1800s. His trademark? The little notes he left behind to taunt the detectives who were searching for him.

Your mission: Recover the lost treasure by following the string of clues. They won't be easy to find, but you islanders are all brilliant! The fate of the treasure rests in your hands now. Don't let the other treasure hunters beat you to it!

Hurry up! The clock's ticking!

If you've noticed some strange buildings or things that aren't quite the island "norm," fear not! "The Gold Quest" for Black Bart's treasure is here and slowly making its way on the island!

The adventure will be dropping in-world tomorrow, so keep an eye out and get ready to take the challenge! It won't be easy!

P.S. In the meantime, check out the new items to buy at GCK — I love the dress!

 

Here's your chance to see and be seen!

If you missed out on getting nominated for Member Spotlight, fear not! Here's another great opportunity for you to be featured on our community site!

We're celebrating the launch of our new Facebook Fan Page by asking all of you to send in your favorite mug shot of yourself and upload it onto our page! The winner will be featured in a post here on the community site for everyone to remember, along with a shout out on Facebook.

What are you waiting for? Don't hesitate — get posting!

You nominated him and he's here — the winner of the member spotlight is RandyLH! The Member Spotlight is in a box on the right, tucked under the "Invite A Friend" tab. Take a peek and learn about the island celeb's home, a bit about them, and one memorable moment they shared on the island!

If you were nominated but didn't get the chance to be featured, don't worry! There is a Member Spotlight up every month — all you have to do is give one reason as to why the islander should be featured!

It's that simple! In the mean time, enjoy reading up a little on our island celebrity...RandyLH!