Forum Valentine Card Contest 2026 [Winners]

Here are the Winners for <Valentine Card Contest 2026>

Solo
First Place
https://royals.ms/forum/threads/valentine-card-contest-2026.255147/page-2#post-1604725

Spoiler: First Place (Solo)

IGN(s): gutterrat @bob40210
Category (Solo): Solo
Recipient(s): ellin
Concept of card (optional):

I come from the future, while you live in the past.
You stay alone deep in the forest, thinking about what will come.
You seem cold and mysterious, but you are kind and help others.
I have lived through many cycles, protecting you and the forest.
In the future, monsters become small and harmless animals.
The people you helped will build their lives on this land.
Even the oranges you shared will spread far and wide.
So where are you now?
Do you still remember The one who took your earring?

Second Place
https://royals.ms/forum/threads/valentine-card-contest-2026.255147/#post-1604585

Spoiler: Second Place (Solo)

IGN(s): biscuitboii @biscuitboi
Category: Solo
Recipient(s): Moira, the diligent dispenser of dragon elixirs

Concept of card (optional):

Dearest Moira,

After what seems like an eternity of searching, I have finally found you.

I am so, so sorry my love. Please forgive me for taking so long.
I have spent every free minute I have looking for you.
But ever since the corruption of all creatures in Leafre brought about by Horntail,
the town has been relentlessly attacked, and I have been busy helping with its defence.

It is February 14.
It has been nearly seven months since I last saw you.
The days have felt hollow without you by my side.
I was going to bring you to anywhere in the Maple World you desired as your gift.
But now, this card is all I can manage, smuggled to you to hopefully provide some sense of solace.
Our trip will come when I have liberated you, I promise.

Had I known Horntail's magic was strong enough to imprison a mage of your power,
or that he had recruited the infamous beast of the mountains, Snowman, to capture you,
I would have followed you that day to try and free the dragons of the forest.

God, I am such an idiot. I regret my decision every day. I pray that you have not been hurt; I would never forgive myself.

I am very close to you now. Several corrupted creatures have me pinned down, but nothing is going to stop me from saving you.

Stay strong, my love.

Biscuitboii

Third Place
https://royals.ms/forum/threads/valentine-card-contest-2026.255147/page-2#post-1604776

Spoiler: Third Place (Solo)

IGN(s): mirucha @anya
Category (Solo/Group/Creative): Solo
Recipient(s): My cats (miru and unta)
Concept of card (optional): A fun time with my cat!
For using potions to help me, for picking up items along the way, and for always following me—thank you!

It’s been four years since we began our journey together.
Let’s stay together, always.



I live with two cats. They are very adorable!!

Group
First Place
https://royals.ms/forum/threads/valentine-card-contest-2026.255147/#post-1603246

Spoiler: First Place (Group)

IGN(s): Rafute, TallWhiteMan (@Yor), Zorys (@Eryss), xKita (@bochi), Eikrem (@Eikrem63), Eivenouo (@EivenOwo), Urouro (@melomance)
Category (Solo/Group/Creative): Group
Recipient(s): Family / Parents / Anyone you love
Concept of card (optional):

Seashell Memories

❝ Mom, Dad,

I came back to the beach where our memories rest.
Families are laughing along the beach, just like we used to.
Seeing them here reminds me of us.

I miss you. I love you. ❞

When people speak of love, they often think of romance. Yet for many of us, the greatest love in life is found in family, especially our parents.

You may have heard people say that we should take more photos and record more videos while our parents are still with us. In this scene, instead of photos or videos, we wanted to capture a quiet moment of someone listening to a voice message their parents left behind, remembering the days they shared together.

While your loved ones are still beside you, make as many memories as you can.



By hiding the character behind the large shell, we tried to create the feeling that a voice message is playing from their phone.

Second Place
https://royals.ms/forum/threads/valentine-card-contest-2026.255147/page-2#post-1604910

Spoiler: Second Place (Group)

IGN(s): @JellyDeli - JellyDeli, DeliCake, SmellyDeli / @kawhh - Deimon, MiloHL, Lampow
Category (Solo/Group/Creative): Group
Recipient(s): Everyone in the year of the horse
Concept of card (optional):

Third Place
https://royals.ms/forum/threads/valentine-card-contest-2026.255147/page-2#post-1604844

Spoiler: Third Place (Group)

IGN(s):etumium(@etumimi )minaiinsky(@Ucchi )nyanpasu77(@nyannko777 )Tiryns(@kumaperu )
Category (Solo/Group/Creative):Group
Recipient(s): The young lady from the Sannai family.
Concept of card (optional):
My name is Mi.
I am simply a bear who serves the Sannai family.
Today, I was entrusted with the task of protecting the young lady.
Seeing the young lady, whom I have watched over since she was a child, standing on stage, tears welled up in my eyes.
But for some reason, she wasn’t wearing the hat that is our symbol.
I’ll let small things go.
May the young lady be blessed with happiness

Creative
First Place
https://royals.ms/forum/threads/valentine-card-contest-2026.255147/#post-1600947

Spoiler: First Place (Creative)

IGN(s): Immer (@Immer), purplebaron (@purplebaron)
Category: Creative
Recipient(s): Each other
Concept of card: Animation and compositing by Immer, BG paint and color design by purplebaron

Red snails are red
Blue snails are blue
Let's afk in free market
I love you

Second Place
https://royals.ms/forum/threads/valentine-card-contest-2026.255147/#post-1602461

Spoiler: Second Place (Creative)

IGN(s): xLebandit @Maledicti0n , MicroMilk @MegaMilk
Category (Solo/Group/Creative): Creative
Recipient(s): MicroMilk
Concept of card (optional): Got an upgrade from my APQ mule

Third Place
https://royals.ms/forum/threads/valentine-card-contest-2026.255147/#post-1600351

Spoiler: Third Place (Creative)

IGN(s): SubwayShaman @Melkweg
Category (Solo/Group/Creative): Creative
Recipient(s): Amorian Loveseat holders
Concept of card (optional): Not only humans need love, even MapleRoyals characters do.
After a long time with no one to complete the other side of the chair, it was finally time to turn to the world of dating apps… and swipe for destiny.

 

For players who have participated with multiple characters, please confirm which character you would like to receive the prize on.

@Yor - Rafute, TallWhiteMan
@JellyDeli - JellyDeli, DeliCake, SmellyDeli
@kawhh - Deimon, MiloHL, Lampow

Note:
- If I have missed anyone, please let me know.
- The winners’ IGNs will be forwarded to the Admins for prize distribution once all confirmations have been received.

 

Yes it's possible, will take note of this while forwarding to Admins

 

Hey guys,

Thanks for joining the Valentine Forum Event!

Entries were a bit low this round, but it’s not on you guys - the prizes have been exactly the same for years now, so it makes sense it’s lost some spark.

I will be discussing with the Staff team about introducing some new prizes to make future forum events more exciting again.

Hoping to see way more of you joining in next time once we freshen things up!

 

A player reached out to ask how Staff evaluate forum entries. I cannot speak for the entire Staff team, but for anyone else who is curious, here is how I personally judge the entries.

Spoiler: How I judge the forum entries

Regarding how I personally judge forum entries (Solo/Group), here is the general breakdown:

- The maximum score is 10.
- Entries that clearly match the theme or concept will generally receive at least 5 points. Submissions that do not align well with the theme may be scored lower.

Additional points (typically +1 each, and occasionally up to +2) may be awarded for the following, where applicable:

- NX choice/outfit
- Background map
- NPC
- Dropped ETC items
- Chat message usage
- NX coordination among party members (Group)

In summary, I break down each aspect of the entries to keep the scoring consistent across all submissions.

Please note that this reflects my own judging approach only. Other Staff members may use different criteria when evaluating entries.

 

Apologies for not confirming the choice of Tania Set (M/F) earlier.

First Place Winners, please let me know your preferred option.

Note: If you would prefer the Second or Third Place prize instead, you may let me know as well.

I will update this post to reflect your choices once they have been confirmed.

Solo
gutterrat @bob40210 - Tania (F)

Group
Rafute (@Yor) - Tania (F)
Zorys (@Eryss) - Tania (M/F)
xKita (@bochi) - Tania (F)
Eikrem (@Eikrem63) - Tania (M)
Eivenouo (@EivenOwo) - Tania (F)
Urouro (@melomance) - Tania (F)

Creative
Immer (@Immer) - Plum Tree Blossom Chair
purplebaron (@purplebaron) - Plum Tree Blossom Chair
https://royals.ms/forum/threads/valentine-card-contest-2026-winners.256892/#post-1612510

 

Edited

Sorry to confused you, it was 2 am+ when I was doing that list