Overview
The Sorcerer's Apprentice is an armchair-imagineering competition that began in 2013 on the wdwmagic forum hosted by jdmdisney99. As the years have gone on, our game has evolved and matured, developing its own ongoing storyline and universe.
The Sorcerer’s Apprentice Universe (the SAU) is a shared universe that has evolved and grown over the past 7 seasons of the game. One of the unique aspects of this game is that the winning team/individual projects are added to the parks/resorts permanently, creating a wholly original 'universe' of incredible armchair imagineering concepts spanning over a decade now.
Season 8: Magic Journeys hopes to continue on the traditions of the seasons that came before, and bridge a new path forward for seasons to come.
Premise
The Sorcerer’s Apprentice Universe (the SAU) is a shared universe that has evolved and grown over the past 7 seasons of the game. One of the unique aspects of this game is that the winning team/individual projects are added to the parks/resorts permanently, creating a wholly original 'universe' of incredible armchair imagineering concepts spanning over a decade now.
Season 8: Magic Journeys hopes to continue on the traditions of the seasons that came before, and bridge a new path forward for seasons to come.
Premise
Following the multiversal magnitude of Season 7, the Sorcerer's Apprentice Universe achieved several years of peace and solitude. Evil had been defeated, the Sorcerer's Hat was stored away for good, and while those like Yen Sid and Maleficent had moved on into the 'force', the SAU was in harmony.
(Artwork by the brilliant @D Hulk)
That was until a piece of cargo was chucked carelessly by an Orange Bird,
and washed up on the Shores of Saludos Beach at Disneyland Brazil
(Artwork by Skipper Pi or @Pi on my Cake or @Pi From 2018 or @1SC Pi )
Dreamfinder was high up in Belle's Castle, having just completed his memoirs on all 7 Seasons of the Sorcerer's Apprentice entitled 'Concerning Figments'
He felt the rumble from Saludos Beach all the way up in the tallest tower, and he knew that could only mean one thing...the game was back.
Dreamfinder turned the page with a smile and began to write 'Magic Journeys'
Season Theme
(Artwork by the brilliant @D Hulk)
That was until a piece of cargo was chucked carelessly by an Orange Bird,
and washed up on the Shores of Saludos Beach at Disneyland Brazil
(Artwork by Skipper Pi or @Pi on my Cake or @Pi From 2018 or @1SC Pi )
Dreamfinder was high up in Belle's Castle, having just completed his memoirs on all 7 Seasons of the Sorcerer's Apprentice entitled 'Concerning Figments'
He felt the rumble from Saludos Beach all the way up in the tallest tower, and he knew that could only mean one thing...the game was back.
Dreamfinder turned the page with a smile and began to write 'Magic Journeys'
Season Theme
The eighth season of the Sorcerer's Apprentice will have a running theme of classic literature.
From science-fiction, to fantasy, to mystery, and all in-between, each Stanza title will have a literary spin to them. And like all seasons, an emphasis will be placed on creative writing and new, innovative ideas.
As we write our own novel for Season 8, there will be new some twists along the way.
Gameplay
From science-fiction, to fantasy, to mystery, and all in-between, each Stanza title will have a literary spin to them. And like all seasons, an emphasis will be placed on creative writing and new, innovative ideas.
As we write our own novel for Season 8, there will be new some twists along the way.
Gameplay
Players are divided into 2 or 3 teams to start (depending on cast size). For each Imagineering challenge, the host will select a new Project Manager who must lead the team, oversee the brainstorming, and post the final project.
Once the projects are submitted, judges will post reviews. These reviews provide in-depth feedback, helpful advice, and help to determine the rankings.
What's New?
Once the projects are submitted, judges will post reviews. These reviews provide in-depth feedback, helpful advice, and help to determine the rankings.
What's New?
Plot-Twists
In line with the literature theme, this season will introduce 'plot-twists' into the mix through hidden idols and special abilities. While these items will in no way overstep classic armchair imagineering ability, they will implement some fun new gameplay elements throughout the season.
The Orient Express
The new location of the 'Board Room.' If there is an elimination to be had, the losing team nominees will enter the ornate thread where they will have the opportunity to state their case on why they should continue in the game. But beware, I've heard that not everyone who boards this train will get off at the next stop...
Bookmarks
Each team will get one Bookmark per Stanza to be used to extend the deadline if needed. As long as the Bookmark is used 24 hours before the due date, the extension will be granted. One Bookmark = 24 hour extension.
But who knows, if you become a 'bookworm', you may have a special ability to extend (or shrink) the Stanza deadlines to your choosing.
In line with the literature theme, this season will introduce 'plot-twists' into the mix through hidden idols and special abilities. While these items will in no way overstep classic armchair imagineering ability, they will implement some fun new gameplay elements throughout the season.
The Orient Express
The new location of the 'Board Room.' If there is an elimination to be had, the losing team nominees will enter the ornate thread where they will have the opportunity to state their case on why they should continue in the game. But beware, I've heard that not everyone who boards this train will get off at the next stop...
Bookmarks
Each team will get one Bookmark per Stanza to be used to extend the deadline if needed. As long as the Bookmark is used 24 hours before the due date, the extension will be granted. One Bookmark = 24 hour extension.
But who knows, if you become a 'bookworm', you may have a special ability to extend (or shrink) the Stanza deadlines to your choosing.
When Does It Start?
June 21, 2024
Sign-Ups and FP+ Reservations
You can reserve your spot in the game with a Fastpass+ now!
And get ready to add your story to the plot of The Sorcerer's Apprentice Universe
Game Theme Song
June 21, 2024
Sign-Ups and FP+ Reservations
You can reserve your spot in the game with a Fastpass+ now!
And get ready to add your story to the plot of The Sorcerer's Apprentice Universe
Game Theme Song
! I'm innit to winnit (YES THAT'S A CHALLENGE)...
