The second month of this year can be deemed as one of the most happening months in quite some time, despite being the shortest. With a war ending, a tournament being announced, new alliances being formed, and way too many changes in leadership of armies, this month has been a witness to many worthwhile moments.
As it is done every month, the Club Penguin Armies staff team came together and hosted an internal vote for what we believed to be the “Top Five Moments” of February 2024. This includes moments that have resulted in a significant impact on the community as a whole.
5T. SavageCobra Inducted as Leader at Elite Guardians
Written by: Coolguy
On February 13th, after a three-year absence from the community, S/M Army Legend Savage Cobra returned to the Elite Guardians. Not only did he return to his former army but he returned to form a triumvirate leadership, cementing his place as EGCP’s 15th Leader. Now, the Guardians look onwards as they aim to win their first trophy under the new triumvirate. Will they be successful and win the coveted March Madness Trophy under Cobra’s leadership?
Cobra’s first event at the Elite Guardians after his return
5T. People’s Imperial Confederation and Winged Hussars Form an Alliance
Written by: Coolguy
In January, the People’s Imperial Confederation and Winged Hussars went to war with many reasons being stated for the declaration by the Confederation. However, whilst the armies had their differences, the war would see the competitive spirit light up within the SM community. PIC hoped that this war would be the start of something much bigger for all SM armies. However, following the war’s conclusion on February 3rd, the two armies became allies on February 7th. Despite being on opposing sides during the war, they found common ground, solidifying a newfound friendship between the armies and their leaders.
Wojna Prestiżowa
4. Elexonck Retires from Rebel Penguin Federation
Written by: Coolguy
Elexonck first joined the Rebel Penguin Federation in 2018. A year after getting a High command role, Elex became a Rebel Commander in February 2021. Since that day, Elex spent each and every day over the course of three years leading the Rebels in one of its golden generations. Under his leadership, the army won the Legends Cup XI (2021), Christmas Chaos XI, Ausia Arena: Winter Edition (2022), Christmas Chaos XII (2022), March Madness VIII (2023), and Double Deck The Halls II (2023). These are just the tournaments that Elex has helped the Rebels to win. He has been a legendary part of the army, taking them from one success to the next. However, on February 25th, 2024, Elex finally retired after nearly six years of enlistment and three years of leading. It goes without saying that he retired as a Legend of the army and a CPA Legend.
March Madness VIII Finals – Rebel Penguin Federation vs. Help Force
3. Mabel Retires from Water Vikings
Written by: Edu14463
In an unexpected move, Mabel retired from her leadership position in the Water Vikings on February 2nd. As one of their longest-serving leaders, this event highlighted a sense of surprise within the community, as she decided to embark on a new journey due to her real-life commitments. After leading the army for more than a year, Mabel was a key individual behind some of the Vikings’ successes. Under her leadership, the Water Vikings partook in several tournaments, such as the Christmas Chaos XII, and Legends Cup XIII, even making it to the Grand Finals of the AUSIA Arena: Summer Edition.
Most recently, the Vikings surprised the community by taking home the coveted trophy of the Christmas Chaos XIII tournament. Therefore, given her hard work and dedication as a leader, Mabel was inducted as Viking Legend in December 2023 alongside her co-leader Dino. Mabel’s legacy speaks volumes about her dedication and hard work to her army.
Mabel’s Retirement Event
2. March Madness IX is announced
Written by: Coolguy
On February 26th, Club Penguin Armies‘ Chief Executive Producer, Mchappy, announced the ninth edition of the historic March Madness tournament. The origins of March Madness date back to 2013, making it 11 years since it first premiered within the community. With the announcement came a controversial change which would see the March Madness structure change into a double-elimination. The change scared many armies because of the uncertainty and length of the tournament, not to mention Easter coming up. Therefore, the Administration, along with the Army Board, decided to revert back to the original format. The seedings for the tournament were released in March, seeing just eight armies take part. Who will come out on top and become the ninth-ever winner of the tournament?
March Madness IX
1. Coolguy Retires from Army of Club Penguin
Written by: Disha
After leading the Army of Club Penguin since May of last year, Coolguy decided to step down from his position within the army. Having left his previous army, the Special Weapons and Tactics, he decided to join the Clovers as a Second in Command on March 29th, 2023. Within two months of his enlisting, he was promoted to the army’s 50th Commander in Chief, alongside AustinFraud. and has led the Clovers through several wars and victories, including their winning Legends Cup XIII, and, Trick or Treat Trials last year, and New Year Bonanza, this year. Under his leadership, the army has also maintained its #1 streak on Top Ten for multiple weeks, and in these nine months of leading, he has certainly been able to leave a mark within the army.
Coolguy’s Retirement Event
As another month comes to an end, the question arises about what the next month shall hold for the army community. Do you think March will be an exciting month? What were the top moments in February for you, and why are they so?