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Celestial Dreamin' Hype Thread - Sign Up Now! - Citrus Dreamin' Season 2
- Thread starter Pi on my Cake
- Start date
DisneyManOne
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1. I'd have to say that would be the time I wrote out a script for the Beauty and the Beast show that was meant for Disneyland Paris, but never got built. It was for the first season of "What If...?" and I did so under the premise that the concept was revived for a new Animation Courtyard at Walt Disney Studios Paris. I love to write out scripts like this, and it was fun to use a "what could have been" concept that deeply intrigued me as a basis.
2. Knowing when to cut back on the details. I know that can be a burden at times.
3. What were your thoughts on Zootopia 2?
2. Knowing when to cut back on the details. I know that can be a burden at times.
3. What were your thoughts on Zootopia 2?
- In the Parks
- Yes
Finding the right balance on detail is such a struggle. I feel your pain lol
I really liked Zootopia 2! I was always kind if meh towards the first one, not bad but other than the fun characters and world the movie itself was kind of bland. But Zootopia 2 was a big upgrade imo and one of my favorite isney films in years!
PerGron
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1. There’s too many to choose from honestly. I think Age of Magic in 1986 remains my favorite all-around project, but the entirety of the Everett Eerie backstory from that same game is strong, my personal Wild Kingdom project shows my commitment to realism when it comes to animal projects, but honestly an underserved one for me is the 1950s sci-fi atomic age Antarctica slot car thing I did (I don’t remember the name of it). It’s one of my favorite projects that doesn’t get enough love for me.
2. Time commitment. It’s usually my weakest thing and I’ve been known to have to bail mid-game and I’d like to stick this one through.
3. What’s your full legal government name? Also, last four of your social security? Mom’s maiden name? Street you grew up on? First pet’s name? Also credit card number for good measure.
2. Time commitment. It’s usually my weakest thing and I’ve been known to have to bail mid-game and I’d like to stick this one through.
3. What’s your full legal government name? Also, last four of your social security? Mom’s maiden name? Street you grew up on? First pet’s name? Also credit card number for good measure.
AidenRodriguez731
Well-Known Member
Hi everyone!This was the view you would see driving down Harbor Boulevard in Anaheim, California back in the 1940s:
Here is a picture taken from roughly the same spot in the 1980s:
More recently, this would be the view along Kirman Rd in Orlando if you were driving down it back in 2019...
Sometimes life gives you lemons, other times life doesn't even do you the kindness of gifting citrus. Luckily, store bought is fine!
Universal turned this Kirkman Rd property into their own metaphorical orange grove and now we have something truly epic in that spot...
This story might seem very different from that of Disneyland's, but the core is the same. People coming together to create something amazing out of nothing but an empty field and a dream and millions of dollars. We're going beyond citrus fields this time because the sky's the limit!
So, let's carry that spirit of imagination with us as we shoot for the stars and continue what we started in Citrus Dreamin' with a new season of the Armchair Imagineering competition with the highest concentration of Vitamin C...
Welcome to Celestial Dreamin'
Pictured: An Imagineering Competition that promises to be the most epic journey across the cosmos to ever feature a chocolate teddy bear and a sentient piece of fruit.
My name is Pi, and I'll be your Skipper today.
Joining me is Quartermaster Tiki who will host the official companion podcast (Though Tiki has been given absolutely no information about the competition so that way if he plays he has no advantage).
Alongside us is First Mate Orange Bird (O.B.) keeping our moonship steady.
Finally, we'll also have Epic Universe's Captain Cacao sailing with us through the stars as our Navigator (His name is a misnomer, he really is canonically the navigator despite his name being "Captain").
Hopefully you'll be joining the journey as well!
--How does the Game Work?--
Pictured: The start of another 3 Hour Tour. This time, instead of sailing on a Jungle Cruise boat, we're on some sort of a moon shaped ship creatively named "Moonship"
This is going to be a very accessible armchair Imagineering game. With a bit more of a Universal focus as the main twist, but don't worry there will be plenty of opportunities to work with Disney Parks and beyond! Freedom to follow your passions and prompts that push you to find new fun ways to express yourself are the name of the game here.
If you played in the original Citrus Dreamin' back in Spring of 2024, then this should all seem pretty familiar.
Almost like some sort of sequel/season 2 or something
This will be a Team Based Competition! With some loose Epic Universe/Sci-Fi theming, Captain Cacao and Orange Bird as our adorable and marketable mascots, and a light hearted irreverent comedic tone inspired by the Universal Parks, this game is sure to be a good time for all! The focus is on collaboration, brainstorming, creative writing, art, and presentation. Come up with an idea together and then communicate that in as fun and effective a way as you can!
Pictured: An Average Team Brainstorming Meeting
Celestial Dreamin' will be divided into a series of Wondrous Galaxies. These will serve as "Acts" for the game, each with their own theme. These take the place of the "Rivers" from Season One. Maybe one Wondrous Galaxy will involve projects exclusively in Universal parks? Or perhaps one will involve a gimmick that changes an aspect of the gameplay? There's no way of knowing where the next warp star will take us!
The Imagineering Expeditions (our fancy names for the rounds/prompts) will generally take a week barring any unforeseen twists. Each Wondrous Galaxy will take players on 1-3 Expeditions (so, the acts will have about 3 rounds each, give or take). I'll give the teams an Imagineering challenge, and they'll propose their best ideas!
Expeditions will either end in a prize for the winning team or an elimination for the losing team. Beyond just regular eliminations, there is the possibility of team shuffling to balance them out or extra eliminations due to lack of activity or other issues. If possible, any shake ups to the teams not caused by eliminations will happen between Rivers. The prizes that can be won from non-elimination rounds will vary from very simple gags to things that might impact the next Expedition, so every round is important! Perhaps one might even win the coveted Golden Pizza Moon
Pictured: This, but Gold. Sorry if this is all too cheesey
There will be an ultimate winner and getting competitive is a part of the fun, but the focus is on growing as Imagineers, having a good time, and creating some really cool stuff! So, if anyone needs an extension for any of the Expeditions I am happy to work with you, just ask 24 Hours before the due date so that it's fair to the other team.
I want to try to foster an environment where everyone is welcome and comfortable being themselves and having fun! If any other players make you feel uncomfortable in any way let me know and I'll do what I can to make it right.
--When is the Game?--
Celestial Dreamin' will start on December 22nd, 2025!
Right at Midnight WDW Time (9 PM Disneyland Time)!
If there's any time zones you want included in due dates to make things more accessible let me know
--How do I sign up?--
Pictured: The only vehicle fast enough to help you be first in line for sign ups
If you're interested in playing then you're in the right spot! Just introduce yourself and answer these riddles three to sign up to play!
You can start signing up now. If you don't want to play but are interesting in helping with guest reviews that is also awesome just let me know!
Orange you glad you clicked on this thread?
I'm Aiden, I've been around here a lot but mostly talking in the news/forums areas. Big fan of the Disney Parks obviously. Usually a pretty busy guy as I'm a nurse, game developer, and candle business owner but I love making time for these when I can.
1. Best Armchair Project? I have to say it would probably be from my last game with an alternate reality where me and my team envisioned a reality where ToT was never built the same and the actual expansion for DHS was Broadway themed/live production. It had a great dark ride omnimover going over the history of Broadway, a fun NYC street aesthetic, and an amazing drop ride themed to Phantom of the Opera. I've also made an Ice Age expansion for AK that I've still been working on but I love that one too because of how many attractions it fits.
2. Everyone knows me more as a Disney guy but I would like to get more invested and show off my love for Universal, even when I don't usually show it on here. I usually hyper focus on Disney so the switch up would be a nice change of pace. Also some time management, I'm a notorious procrastinator
3. You get a genie lamp and can get the usual 3 wishes with all rules (No love, no killing, no reviving, no more wishes than 3) What do you wish for?
Lizzy May Bee
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I’m the person who makes the Garfield rides, you might think you know me for something else, but you SHOULD know me for Garfield
2. I was pretty content with my performance in Visions Fantastic overall, so I’ll say that I’d like to get just a little bit better at everything this game to hopefully give me a shot at winning
3. What is a “Hype Tread” exactly? A really exciting tread, perhaps
1. I’ll shine a spotlight on the Bioshock HHN maze I worked on in Visions Fantastic, which was a pretty equal team effort, but I think it was a good example of my improved writing skills since I first joined the forums
2. I was pretty content with my performance in Visions Fantastic overall, so I’ll say that I’d like to get just a little bit better at everything this game to hopefully give me a shot at winning
3. What is a “Hype Tread” exactly? A really exciting tread, perhaps
Architectural Guinea Pig
Well-Known Member
- In the Parks
- No
1. My recent Disney’s Oceans Beyond fifth park project with the folks at Visions Fantastic is easily my all time favorite project! An absolute masterclass of design and combination of ideas that while got third place, will forever be the best in my heart
2. I’m on an art streak right now! I’ll be taking an assistant role for this game on and work on dropping some concept art for all the rounds
3. Judy Hopps or Nick Wilde?
there are no wrong answers 
- In the Parks
- Yes
I wrote the answer on a piece of paper, folded it into an airplane, and threw it in your direction. Hopefully it makes it safely
I wish for more time to think
Also, I was on your team for that broadway land and it was a lot of fun! Great project to work on!
Hype Tread is what keeps the Hype Tires from not getting enough Hype Traction on the Hype Roads
Wouldn't be a game hosted by Pi without some typos lol
As characters, I think that Nick Wilde has both a more interesting arc between films and is just more fun to watch. Both of them are pretty great though. Some of the better written Disney Animated characters in a while and some of the few leads to never feel like their personalities had to pass through several layers of focus groups to ensure they are #relatably adorkable the way a lot of disney leads feel3. Judy Hopps or Nick Wilde?
Disney Warrior
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I miss this place (technically I never left but still) it's good to be back. Cool to see this comp happen, it's even giving me some nostalgia.
now I don’t know if I’ll be playing or not but I’ll still be answering these questions just in case
2. Again I’m unsure if I’ll be playing or not but chiming in as it is what got me eliminated last time
3. I was gonna give you a quiz question from my psych exam but since the answer is probably on quizlet I’ll give you a different question: Is water wet?
now I don’t know if I’ll be playing or not but I’ll still be answering these questions just in case
1. God I haven’t thought about them in a while (it's what being a college student does to you). It definitely would have to something recent as a lot of my early stuff is flawed. I’m just gonna put down a very original answer and say Disney's Oceans Beyond. It was very fun to work on and I really liked the lineup of lands (plus the graphics even though none of them were mine).
2. Again I’m unsure if I’ll be playing or not but chiming in as it is what got me eliminated last time
3. I was gonna give you a quiz question from my psych exam but since the answer is probably on quizlet I’ll give you a different question: Is water wet?
Half/CartoonHalf/Human
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1. Nothing major yet, though I have come up with some creative ideas in the past, so hopefully I can get a personal favorite here!
2. My teamwork skills. I really struggled with them during my time in Visions Fantastic, so I really hope I can get better with them.
3. What are some animated movies (Quality doesn’t matter) that people should definitely check out?
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Mr. Sullivan
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- I think this would have to be my Land and Sea Biodome pavilion for the finale of Fantasmic Journeys. It netted me second place overall and is my best work to date I think.
- I would love to not even get better at but learn period how to draw park maps.
- What is one controversial Disney Parks change or decision anywhere in the history of the parks that you think was actually a good idea and you’ll defend it?
Brer Panther
Well-Known Member
Sorry, didn't see the riddles...
I'd say Muppets Mountain (got to whip up some goofy sight gags and dialogue), the Hanna-Barbera crossover dark ride from our Seuss Landing/Toon Lagoon replacement or whatever that challenge was (I got to show off my knowledge of Hanna-Barbera), and... what challenge was it that let me design more mascots for Blizzard Beach?
Actually contributing, I suppose? I have a habit of going rounds without adding much to the project.
What exactly is the appeal of AI art?
- In the Parks
- Yes
Happy to have you aboard if you join the voyage, but no hard feelings if you don't!
Water is not wet because wetness is a way to measure how much liquid is on something!
Paranorman is probably one of my favorite underrated films that I'm sure there's at least a few people here who haven't seen it. Spirited Away is a great starting point for anyone who hasn't really tried any anime films before. Though of course there are so many incredible Disney/Pixar/Dreamworks animated films, the Lego films, some great Sony films, and a lot of other more mainstream ones ya'll probably already know! Really though my biggest thing I'd say people should "check out" is anything a bit outside their comfort zone. Trying something new is the only way to grow!
I think that this would be a great question for anyone with an answer to chime in on if they'd like!
What are some animated movies (Quality doesn’t matter) that people should definitely check out?
Oooooo controversial changes I defend? Definitely have a few. Getting rid of Splash Mountain was the right call. MuppetVision was a masterpiece but 30 years is long enough run for a 3D movie in a theme park and it was time to replace it. New Country Bears is better than the old one (though I do miss some of the darker humor, most of the old jokes were all the same "wow can't believe they said that in a theme park with a cartoon bear" shock humor whereas the new one has a more chaotic muppet style energy with more varied comedy styles). Building beyond Big Thunder without getting ride of most if not all of Rivers of America/TSI would have been a crowd flow nightmare and 2-3 new lands with huge expansion spaces is worth the loss of the rivers and TSI (assuming the Cars area/ride is visually pleasing from the outside).
No worries if you didn't do the riddles! They're more for fun than an actual rule. They do help with getting a feeling for the skillsets of players I'm less familiar with so I can better balance the teams, but that's not an issue with people I know like you!
Anyways, the big appeal of AI Art in my mind is finding a way to waste as many resources as possible using an unethical plagiarism machine all in the pursuit of making something that generally looks so bland and boring that you would've been better off just doing a rough doodle anyways. I do understand the idea that there's a certain novelty factor that can be fun, but I don't see anyway for the novelty to outweigh the cons. Put aside all other issues, I've never seen a piece of AI Art that has been good enough at conveying idea/emotions that I've thought it better than a "worse" looking sketch done in two minutes
Lord Fozzinator
Well-Known Member
- In the Parks
- No
Doh, why not. Aloha everyone, my name is Lord Fozzinator (but you already knew that).
- I would think either Magic Kingdom: A Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow or Branmere, both for different reasons. MK is the pinnacle of my map-making so far and it took me months but god am I proud of it. Branmere for the writing. I had such a fun time writing for Branmere and it was a greatly detailed land.
- I would say either brainstorming or communication or filtering out ideas. My maps and writing are good right now but it’s really just those 3.
- What’s your bank account number, SNN, and expiration date. My intentions are completely non-mischievous. Just don’t check your bank account, money tends to disappear from time to time.
- In the Parks
- Yes
My account number and SSN are both "01" as I invented banks. That's right, I am Jebediah Bank. Founder of bank. Named them after myself
Lord Fozzinator
Well-Known Member
- In the Parks
- No
JokersWild
Well-Known Member
1. Probably The Story Source from the last Sorcerer’s Apprentice. It’s the only project that I’ve done literally everything I can for - music, design, a physical model, etc.This was the view you would see driving down Harbor Boulevard in Anaheim, California back in the 1940s:
Here is a picture taken from roughly the same spot in the 1980s:
More recently, this would be the view along Kirman Rd in Orlando if you were driving down it back in 2019...
Sometimes life gives you lemons, other times life doesn't even do you the kindness of gifting citrus. Luckily, store bought is fine!
Universal turned this Kirkman Rd property into their own metaphorical orange grove and now we have something truly epic in that spot...
This story might seem very different from that of Disneyland's, but the core is the same. People coming together to create something amazing out of nothing but an empty field and a dream and millions of dollars. We're going beyond citrus fields this time because the sky's the limit!
So, let's carry that spirit of imagination with us as we shoot for the stars and continue what we started in Citrus Dreamin' with a new season of the Armchair Imagineering competition with the highest concentration of Vitamin C...
Welcome to Celestial Dreamin'
Pictured: An Imagineering Competition that promises to be the most epic journey across the cosmos to ever feature a chocolate teddy bear and a sentient piece of fruit.
My name is Pi, and I'll be your Skipper today.
Joining me is Quartermaster Tiki who will host the official companion podcast (Though Tiki has been given absolutely no information about the competition so that way if he plays he has no advantage).
Alongside us is First Mate Orange Bird (O.B.) keeping our moonship steady.
Finally, we'll also have Epic Universe's Captain Cacao sailing with us through the stars as our Navigator (His name is a misnomer, he really is canonically the navigator despite his name being "Captain").
Hopefully you'll be joining the journey as well!
--How does the Game Work?--
Pictured: The start of another 3 Hour Tour. This time, instead of sailing on a Jungle Cruise boat, we're on some sort of a moon shaped ship creatively named "Moonship"
This is going to be a very accessible armchair Imagineering game. With a bit more of a Universal focus as the main twist, but don't worry there will be plenty of opportunities to work with Disney Parks and beyond! Freedom to follow your passions and prompts that push you to find new fun ways to express yourself are the name of the game here.
If you played in the original Citrus Dreamin' back in Spring of 2024, then this should all seem pretty familiar.
Almost like some sort of sequel/season 2 or something
This will be a Team Based Competition! With some loose Epic Universe/Sci-Fi theming, Captain Cacao and Orange Bird as our adorable and marketable mascots, and a light hearted irreverent comedic tone inspired by the Universal Parks, this game is sure to be a good time for all! The focus is on collaboration, brainstorming, creative writing, art, and presentation. Come up with an idea together and then communicate that in as fun and effective a way as you can!
Pictured: An Average Team Brainstorming Meeting
Celestial Dreamin' will be divided into a series of Wondrous Galaxies. These will serve as "Acts" for the game, each with their own theme. These take the place of the "Rivers" from Season One. Maybe one Wondrous Galaxy will involve projects exclusively in Universal parks? Or perhaps one will involve a gimmick that changes an aspect of the gameplay? There's no way of knowing where the next warp star will take us!
The Imagineering Expeditions (our fancy names for the rounds/prompts) will generally take a week barring any unforeseen twists. Each Wondrous Galaxy will take players on 1-3 Expeditions (so, the acts will have about 3 rounds each, give or take). I'll give the teams an Imagineering challenge, and they'll propose their best ideas!
Expeditions will either end in a prize for the winning team or an elimination for the losing team. Beyond just regular eliminations, there is the possibility of team shuffling to balance them out or extra eliminations due to lack of activity or other issues. If possible, any shake ups to the teams not caused by eliminations will happen between Rivers. The prizes that can be won from non-elimination rounds will vary from very simple gags to things that might impact the next Expedition, so every round is important! Perhaps one might even win the coveted Golden Pizza Moon
Pictured: This, but Gold. Sorry if this is all too cheesey
There will be an ultimate winner and getting competitive is a part of the fun, but the focus is on growing as Imagineers, having a good time, and creating some really cool stuff! So, if anyone needs an extension for any of the Expeditions I am happy to work with you, just ask 24 Hours before the due date so that it's fair to the other team.
I want to try to foster an environment where everyone is welcome and comfortable being themselves and having fun! If any other players make you feel uncomfortable in any way let me know and I'll do what I can to make it right.
--When is the Game?--
Celestial Dreamin' will start on December 22nd, 2025!
Right at Midnight WDW Time (9 PM Disneyland Time)!
If there's any time zones you want included in due dates to make things more accessible let me know
--How do I sign up?--
Pictured: The only vehicle fast enough to help you be first in line for sign ups
If you're interested in playing then you're in the right spot! Just introduce yourself and answer these riddles three to sign up to play!
You can start signing up now. If you don't want to play but are interesting in helping with guest reviews that is also awesome just let me know!
Orange you glad you clicked on this thread?
2. Music. Well, audio in general, really. I’m still trying to work on my composition and arrangement skills. I also want to do a little more graphic design.
3. In a universe already as dense and sprawling as Citrus Dreamin’ how will you honor the plot and character development we saw in the first season while keeping it accessible to new players?
Half/CartoonHalf/Human
Well-Known Member
I’ve heard some great things about both movies, so I’ll have to check them out one day!
Another great animated movie I would highly recommend is 2015’s The Peanuts Movie from the defunct Blue Sky Studios. It’s basically one of, if not the best adaptations of all time. It nails everything perfectly, from the simple yet heartwarming story, to the message about how good qualities are more important than being popular or successful. The cast is also just perfect, as instead of casting popular celebrities, they casted children for all of the kids! There’s also a subplot involving Snoopy & the Red Baron that most people say is dragged on, but I thought it was a nice addition that’s just as great as the main plot. While not a perfect movie, it’s still a phenomenal one that deserves more recognition. It’s a solid 9/10 in my eyes.
But, yeah. This is a great question that more people need to answer! There’s so many animated movies out there that don’t get the attention & respect they deserve! I would say you should consider this question as a future Question Of The Day!
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Brer Panther
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Blue Sky Studios' non-sequel output in general is great. Don't let the fact that it's been milked to the point of exhaustion scare you away from watching the first Ice Age.
WaltWiz1901
Well-Known Member
count me in!