Numerous changes have occurred within the community across various domains, including increased conflicts, alterations in army management, shutdowns, and modifications within the organization. The small/medium army community experienced some of its most significant transformations through the establishment of numerous new armies at the outset. Let us now examine how certain armies have sustained their existence over the course of a year.

Over the past year, many armies have formed, disbanded, merged, dissolved, and some have engaged in conflict. There have also been armies that have expanded tremendously, and others that have had tough times and periods of inactivity. Army leaders have been at the helm of affairs during such occurrences, directing and building the future of their armies.

To gain an additional understanding of the small/medium army classification and their engagements throughout the year, Club Penguin Armies contacted several leaders of various small/medium armies.

Romans

The Romans constitute one of the original armies of the community, established by Explorer7777 in 2006. Hence, they have an extensively documented history of conflicts and multiple leadership changes since their inception.

After their revival on June 8, 2025, Djgtjvgyhxgy, the creator of the army, abruptly announced his retirement from the army. Soon thereafter, Sua and Judy assumed leadership roles in Roman. Subsequently, in light of ongoing activities within the army, TD999 announced his departure from leadership, in accordance with the provisions within the army, as one of the most influential figures.

Throughout the remainder of the year, the Romans engaged in multiple changes concerning leadership, conflicts, and army growth. Notable events included Sua’s departure and ToxicStorms‘ induction into leadership. In addition, an off-map war against Special Weapons and Tactics, which resulted in a victory with a score of 7-0-2 in favor of the Romans. Subsequently, following further alterations in leadership and alliances, the Romans advanced to the finals of Christmas Chaos XV in a three-way contest against Dark Warriors and Templars. Shortly thereafter, the Water Vikings declared an off-map war termed the Second War of Roman Subjugation against the Romans.

WV declaration on the Romans

Subsequently, Ulysses Nardo, a prominent figure in reviving the army, resumed his leadership position. Most recently, several leadership changes were implemented, including the induction of the latest leader of the Romans, SlashXD.

To comprehend their involvement within the community in detail, CPA contacted SlashXD for an interview.

How was the last year going for your army?

I think that if I knew it ahead of time, I probably would’ve pushed for more events, however there’s no certainty that it would’ve done anything. Users get burnt out, and losing interest is just something that is a part of our human nature. At the end of the day, we do our best to keep everyone interested and happy.

What do you think maybe would have gotten better if u knew it beforehand?

I think that if I knew it ahead of time, I probably would’ve pushed for more events, however there’s no certainty that it would’ve done anything. Users get burnt out, and losing interest is just something that is a part of our human nature. At the end of the day, we do our best to keep everyone interested and happy.

Would you like to address the community regarding the future of your army?

Just, keep going. No matter how hard things get, your goals can be reached if you really want it.

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Shadow Legionnaires

Shadow Legionnaires have been a prominent army in the small/medium community lately. Thunder222 established the army on May 3, 2025. Since its commencement, the army has made a major impact within the community.

During a short duration of their existence, they encountered conflict with Void Troops, which resulted in a defeat. Additionally, Lemon was appointed as a leader on September 4, 2025. Shortly thereafter, Shadow Legionnaires, in conjunction with The White Order, engaged in war against the Rebel Penguin Federation, concluding in a score of 9-0-0 in favor of the RPF. Subsequently, the Legionaries entered a period of hiatus on September 30, 2025.

Soon thereafter, they announced their second generation, which commenced on October 7, 2025. Subsequently, SL allied with SWAT and achieved victory in March Madness XI within the s/m division, receiving the inaugural March Madness S/M trophy in recognition of their efforts.

Subsequently, GreenVege was inaugurated as the third SL leader following a declaration of war against the Fire Vikings. Following the conflict, both parties consented to a two-week halt. The army also allied with the Army of Club Penguin after the induction of AB into the legionaries’ leadership. Unexpectedly, Shadow Legionaries faced defacement by their recently inducted leader, AB. Most recently, the army claimed victory in the Around the World Cup III tournament in the s/m division.

To comprehend their involvement within the community in detail, Thunder222 was contacted for an interview.

How was the last year going for your army?

It was rather a challenge and more on planning at the start, the start was really getting friends that i’ve known for from different communities to jump start, afterwords it slowly grew and got more people in it, during the summer was a bit rocky due to summer blitz and how i lost my mind with the scheduling since i was mostly just a back up for leading events, but we were still be able to grow out and even get 20 for AUSIA at the time. We had a couple of breaks/ hiatuses since a lot of it was towards how the army was going and we had to fix it to stay up to our standards, in the time also improving behind

What do you think maybe would have gotten better if u knew it beforehand?

That is rather a good question. i feel like on the diplomacy side but Cobra has already given me details on how to do it properly, im more leaning towards like my perspective on what the army wants

Would you like to address the community regarding the future of your army?

We need more kids and young leaders in this community to experience how Club Penguin is, knowledge, feel, and retrospect of others, that is how i got into armies and club penguin in general, before that before the original shut down i failed to make an account in 2017 LOL Back in my rookie days in Rebel Penguin Federation, Army of CP, Fire Vikings, and other armies that i army hopped as a kid, i got on the train on CPRewritten from their rebuild and transition to html5. 12 year old me was invested into it because of its vibrant community mini games and achievements, which while CPR was developing in HTML5, they slowly grew back their community and trust. Armies back then had a lot more freedom by how CPRewritten managed their rules for armies, which later on made it more fair before their unfortunate shutdown. Nowadays, I feel like kids dont even try to achieve something, with the small medium scene, not even close. armies have to be together and work together whiles not doing stupid shit.

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Fire Vikings 

Fire Vikings commenced their involvement within the community on November 16, 2024. The army was established by YellowTyper. The Vikings emerged following the shutdown of the Secret Service, based on what remained of the army. Undoubtedly, FV has established itself as an exemplary army within the community, exhibiting continued growth.

The year began with the unexpected departure of Zujot from leadership following the Templars’ declaration of war. Soon afterward, YellowTyper announced his retirement, coinciding with Zujot’s return to leadership. After several months of inactivity, the army underwent significant changes with the induction of Klombe and Carly to leadership. Not long after, Fire Vikings formed an alliance with the Romans. The army later celebrated its first anniversary on November 16, 2025. However, just days later, on November 22, 2025, Fire Vikings announced its shutdown.

In the months that followed, Fire Vikings announced its revival on February 4, 2026, marking the commencement of the army’s third generation. They allied with Phoenix of Club Penguin, alongside announcing their Golden Age, with the merger of Tsunamis of Club Penguin and Phoenix of CP into them. Subsequently, Cyber was inducted into leadership. They also allied with the Templars, with Siri’s induction into leadership. In a surprising turn of events, Shadow Legionaries declared war on Fire Vikings, following controversies involving their leader Siri.

Later on, the war came to a halt due to internal issues in the Club Penguin Army Judges. Most recently, Nicoolas01 was inducted as the newest leader.

To comprehend their involvement within the community in detail, YellowTyper was contacted for an interview.

How was the last year going for your army?

Last year was an interesting year for FV as many surprises came our way that time.

What do you believe might have improved if you had known it in advance?

Engagement with other armies and better communication

Would you like to address the community regarding the future of your army?

FEAR THE MF FLAMES

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Undoubtedly, the armies have experienced numerous conflicts, changes, and shutdowns throughout the year. Evidently, the responses of leaders to the challenges faced in the previous year demonstrate their resolve and how they overcame them. Additionally, several questions arise regarding the future of the armies. What new changes would armies have within them in the forthcoming year? What effects have these changes exerted on the armies?

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