June 2026 Newsletter
Posted 2 months and 1 week ago :: Last edited 2 months and 1 week ago by LostInProgresJune 2026 Newsletter
Welcome to another edition of The Flowering Star!
To start off, we are introducing a new system for Expeditions!
As there is an influx of Expeditions this month (and in the near future) we have reworked the Expedition requirements and rewards.
Firstly, many Expedition image background requirements have been lowered. Now, at most you will need to complete a medium background, with a simple background being possible at some team sizes.
Secondly, Expeditions will now function on a scaled requirement and reward system based on the number of members in your party. Although before requirements scaled depending on your team size, soloists had the highest requirements. The new system is as follows:
- If you are running an Expedition solo, you must complete 1 image or the equivalent by the end of the expedition.
- If you are running an Expedition as duos, or a team of two, your team must complete 2 images (one per user) or the equivalent by the end of the expedition.
- If you are running an Expedition as trios, or a team of three, your team must complete 3 images (one per user) or the equivalent by the end of the expedition.
- If you are running an Expedition as a squad, or a team of four, your team must complete 4 images (one per user) or the equivalent by the end of the expedition.
The rewards also will scale based on team size.
- Soloists receive 50 EXP and 5 Capella.
- Duos receive 100 EXP and 10 Capella.
- Trios receive 150 EXP and 15 Capella.
- Squads receive 200 EXP and 20 Capella.
The full list of Expedition requirements and rules, as well as alternative options such as writing, comics, and collaborations can be found on the Swift’s Guild page HERE.
Vortea has returned...
"Upon some investigation, I have located several small towns on a large map of Whistler Crest and its surroundings."
"Five of these towns are worth further investigating.
"Help from our expedition teams is much appreciated!"
"Each team will randomly be assigned one town."
"The goal is to investiagte these towns, trying to figure out if they’ve noticed unusual Finley or spiritual activity without causing panic."
"It is of great importance that we investigate thoroughly. Report to your leaders anything at all you see or hear that falls into any of these categories."
"We don't know what causes these things yet, but with luck, we'll find out."
Full expedition details here
Deadline for prompt submissions is July 31st, 23:59 site time.
Atlas' wash clash has concluded!
Hey everyone! It seems we’ve reached the end of our class together. I hope you enjoyed your time! I’ve seen many creative and varied washes that everyone has made over the weeks and I must say I’m impressed. In fact, I’ve seen a few washes I think would be perfect to add to the shop.
Here are the newest user-made additions to the wash stock!
These new washes can be found on the site and can be bought from Atlas in the future.
Of course, the designers of these washes will each get one of the wash that they designed for free, as a little thank you! A member of staff will send you this item shortly after this news post.
Thanks to everyone's wonderful creations inspiration has struck Atlas. He is now stocking the following washes of his own creation, including washes based on the Seasonal Houses that can be found in the Seasonal House supply shop!
Click here to view a list of all newly released washes!
New upgrades have started appearing on those who have completed a wash class!
Ink Capped Hooves
Painterly Tail
Painted Ears
Additionally, existing wash class upgrades will also be moved to the "quest" rarity, to differentiate them from standard upgrades.
NOTICE: Starsail will be run in two phases this year, as to not overwhelm people in combination with the expeditions! If you can not participate in Starsail this month, there will be opportunities to do so next month!
Seems that we've received a message from the stars...
"Hello everybody! Welcome to another wonderful year of Starsail festivities, and boy do we have a bunch of goodies for you all so prepare for a read!"
"The Ssael migration seems to have started! The migrations seem a bit sparse this year, but I also haven’t seen many with kits floating behind, so more are hopefully on their way!"
"We did receive a strange message, and it seems like the Astralit friends we made last year won’t be around this time."
"A lot of townsfolk will be on expedition, so sadly not every stall will be open this year. We should still be able to have a great time though!”"
New upgrades
Some Finley that have participated in the Starsail stalls seem to be sporting some new upgrades.
Balloon Ears
Balloon Tail
Balloon Wings
Skeletal Sail
Starsail upgrades
For this Starsail, upgrades will work a bit different compared to what you're used to!
Each user may earn 4 of any Starsail upgrades by submitting any valid submission to one of the Starsail prompts.- You may apply most upgrades that states “Occasionally available as a reward from the Starsail event”, with exceptions listed below.
- You may not apply upgrades that don’t have this line but have been previously rewarded for Starsail.
- You may not apply upgrades that are rewards for specific stalls, or specific interactions, like Joyful Marks or Nebulocks; these must still be won/obtained from their respective activities.
- Each upgrade may only be applied once per user.
"Typoon's bubble pop" prompt details here | "Junior Archaeology Digpit" prompt details here
Deadline for prompt submissions is June 31st, 23:59 site time.
"Petbonanza!" stall here
Deadline for purchases is July 31st, 23:59 site time.
For one reason or another, your character has chosen to stay where they are while the others are on expeditions. Luckily, they have Starsail to keep them occupied. Still, as your character makes their way through the stalls, a strange feeling worms its way into your Finley's chest. It's clear that this Starsail is not like how it always is; with many on expeditions it's awfully quiet. Staring at the sky, your character can't help but notice there isn't as many Ssael dotting the night sky as usual. The whole energy just seems to feel... Off.
"Starsail Atmosphere" prompt details here
Deadline for prompt submissions is June 31st, 23:59 site time.
Amidst the festivities and expedition chaos, some colourful kids have started popping out of their eggs. Anniversary kids can be created throughout June!
Every user will be able to make one Anniversary MYO.
- An available slot is required in order to make an Anniversary MYO.
- This opportunity can not be used to “upgrade” an existing character.
- This opportunity can not be used to “upgrade” a bred character.
- This opportunity can not be alongside a blessed, or other MYO type, key.
- This opportunity can be used alongside a subspecies MYO key or a platinum MYO key.
Anniversary MYO info here
Deadline for initial MYO submissions is June 31st, 23:59 site time.
Revisions, if needed, must be sent within a month, starting when the MYO approval was sent back.
Meanwhile in Xaaida...
The blizzard has not stopped, no sign of the summer sun to quell it. Fears for the survival of the Island spread amongst the villages, and the Elders work hard to keep everyone safe. The influx of magic users has been very helpful in aiding efforts.
"You believe me? I’m so relieved…"
"There’s so many strange things happening right now… What if I’d passed it off as nothing and it had come true?"
"You and I… We’re going to go on a journey up the mountain. We’re going to see for ourselves."
"Maybe it will be nothing. But I can’t just ignore my visions."
"If there is a monster preparing to attack, you and I- we’ll defeat it. We’ll protect the village. We won’t let it hurt anyone."
"An expedition will be dangerous, especially with this harsh storm that hasn’t seemed to let up."
"I think doing some research will be helpful!"
"I think Vahk’Asha should have all sorts of knowledge to share, but the library should have a bunch of interesting information, too..."
"It'd be best to make sure we have all bases covered, Let's split up!"
"I'll talk to Vahk'asha while you can research in the library!"
"And after that, we should make sure to gather some supplies."
"We should make sure to bring warm clothes, lots of food, and maybe bring some teammates to have some extra hands."
"Research" prompt details here | "Preparation" prompt details here
Deadline for prompt submissions is June 20th, 23:59 site time.