Letters to Jingle

[Mairmalade]

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Please read participation directions & rules carefully
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Amidst the snowy skies, you begin to hear the faint sound of jingling bells signaling that Toy Day is near. A black-nosed reindeer will soon be hoofing about with a magic sack of gifts and holiday cheer to grant the wishes of all the little islanders that have been nice this year.

However, since winter’s arrival, he has click-click-clicked over to the mailbox each day hoping to find the islanders’ wishes, only to instead walk by with empty hooves and a sigh.

The joy and laughter that comes from letters appear to have become a forgotten tradition this year, causing Jingle's current whereabouts to be unclear.

How to Participate

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Write an amusing letter to Jingle - something that brings about a few smiles. This could be a humorous take on a wish list, annual accomplishments, a friendly greeting, special present delivery instructions, etc. There will be two prompts over the next two weeks, and you may participate in both if you wish. The first runs from December 14 to December 19, and the second from December 20 to December 24.

• The Word count for each letter must be between 100 - 200 words. We're using this word counter tool, which you can use to check
• Your entry should be typed, and then posted in this thread
• Letters should be works of fiction and have an emphasis on humor
• No fan fiction except for Animal Crossing

Rules and Guidelines

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• Do not edit your entry post for any reason unless a staff member reaches out to you. Only post your entry when final
• Only one entry may be submitted per individual per prompt
• You are only able to submit a letter for the current prompt
• Your letter(s) should be a new piece of work, and not something previously posted or submitted elsewhere
• Letter(s) must be written by you. Collaborations and plagiarism are not allowed
• A reasonable amount of effort should be evident. Entries we believe lack effort, or are submitted jokingly, will be disqualified
• Content must be suitable for a PG-13 audience and not violate any of our forum rules
• Each letter should be at least 100 words in length, and no longer than 200 words. They will be counted using >this< word count tool

Current Prompt

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No current prompt. The event has closed!

Spoiler: Previous Prompt 1- No More Entries Accepted

Prompt One
Write an amusing letter to Jingle from the perspective of one of your island representatives or town mayor.

Spoiler: Previous Prompt 2 - No More Entries Accepted

Prompt Two
Write an amusing letter to Jingle from the perspective of an Animal Crossing villager or special character of your choice

Prizes

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• 30 Snowflakes per prompt
• Staff favorites will receive the Special Snowflake Collectible
  

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: How Will I Know if My Entry Is Accepted?
A: If your post has an Accepted reaction, which is a green 'A,' then your entry has been accepted

Q: Can I Handwrite or Digitally Illustrate My Entry?
A: Not for this event. Please submit your entry via standard text only

Q: Does My Letter Have to Be Humor-Based Only?
A: No, but there should be an emphasis on humor

Q: Do Salutations Count Towards the Word Count?
A: Yes, things like 'Dear Jingle,' 'Hello Jingle,' 'From [Rep Name], From [Villager]' etc. all add to the overall word count.

Q: Are We Allowed to Base the Letter Off of a Song, Movie, etc.?
A: As mentioned in the rules, letters must be written by you. Taking some inspiration may be fine, but content that contains many word-for-word elements from existing work, or that is too similar, we would not be able to consider fully your own. Please reach out if you're unsure.

Q: Can We Choose Characters That Aren’t in New Horizons?
A: Yes, you may write from the perspective of any villager or special character from the Animal Crossing series.

 

[EpicGamer12]

Dear Jingle,​

Last I wrote, I informed you that Barold wanted some dates for Toy Day. I admit, at first I was confused why a cub like Barold would want such a disgusting fruit for Toy Day (he tends to prefer pizza).
Now that I have spoken with him again, I have realized a crucial error: he does not want the FRUIT date, he wants a DATE date. He confided in me that he has never kissed another animal in his life, and his computer programming job has not left him much time for romance.
Here is my proposal: if you can supply him a shaving cream and razor, I think I could set him up with Olive. His neckbeard is certainly not doing him any favours in the love department. Toy Day is a mere ten days away and I am more than happy to play matchmaker for this nerd.

Sincerely,
Aiden​

 

[Jhine7]

Dear Dr. Jingle,

I hope you are finding yourself well in these troubling times this year. After all, it is up to you to raise the spirits of many this holiday season (No pressure at all, of course!)

However I write to you today to inform you of a special request of mine. It is one not taken lightly, and not one many others would even give a second of thought this year.

My request is simple: Make Zipper T. Bunny feel loved again. You see, he had it rough this year. All he wanted was to spread holiday cheer like yourself, but found himself disgusted by many with his never-ending balloons, stalkish dancing, and eggs where eggs should never be. (Like really, I just want my fish already!)

While I can’t make everyone love him again, I hope you’ll pass on the message that at least one person is thinking about him at this time.

Yours Truly,
Jhine7

P.S. I assume you have a Ph.D in Packaging Science, right?

 

[You got mail!]

Dear Jingle

This is me, Jerry, a representative of an island named Luna. I am writing to remind you to send me the proper supplies to heat up a snowman. Even snowmen need to be warm and I’d like to introduce them to a little heat, especially to those perfect snowmen! They are a rare sight and not to mention the work put into them to be perfect in the first place! They deserve a little R&R. Anyways, let’s move on as I’d like something else for me.

I would love a snow bunny for my garden, not only are they cute and simple but they also never melt no matter what the temperature is! When I saw one myself I was amazed and I love bunnies. But no worries, I know you’re busy and I’m grateful for what I have already but this would make my day. Have a good one, stay safe and jolly!

From the worlds laziest person

Mr. J (Jerry)

 

[Hikari]

Dearest Jingle - the gallant black-nosed reindeer,

This Toy Day, I have only one single, simple request - give a stern talking to those snowboys of yours! They're such perfectionist, it's driving me mad! No matter how long I take measuring out their body and heads to make sure the proportions are just right (with their heads being ninety percent the size of the body, as they just love to tell me), they claim it isn't right!

It's not like I haven't gone great lengths to try to please these boys' demands! I have constructed various mechanisms to try to meet their lofty expectations, such as a strategically placed path to whittle down the head of the snowman to a very specific size, or even referencing my own body's proportions to create them! (my proportions are perfectly fine - my head is not huge, thank you very much, Gulliver.)

Thus, I beg of you to ask these snowboys to lower their expectations of me, as I have tried my best and would like to finally earn their highly coveted snowflakes. I hope my letter reaches you soon, as I fear I may lose my sanity very soon.

Best wishes, and thank you,
Jordan​

 

[Ace Marvel]

Dear Jingle,
So Flora told me that Merengue heard, that Chief was talking with Diana about something she heard Julian was gossiping with Colton, about something Raymond was consoling Bam, because apparently Reneigh was talking with Sherb and he distracted them so Sherb got scared and threw all the cards for you into the river.
So everyone asked me to write you this, here is what everyone ask for this year:

Flora: Flour
Merengue: Vanilla sugar
Chief: Some eggs
Diana: Butter
Julian: Edible glitter
Colton: Chocolate chips (Dark)
Raymond: Some milk
Bam: Icing
Sherb: Sprinkles
Reneigh: Vanilla extract
Isabelle: Baking soda
The Nooks: Baking powder
Able Sisters: Hot cocoa mix
Blathers: A pinch of salt

It is imperative we get all this, so we can work on a special project for you, but I won't ruin the surprise. We will be waiting for you, so don't be late. Vanille is ready for your arrival, so we hope you are as excited as we are.

Thank you,
R.R. Ace Marvel

P.S. Sherb told me to say that our project has nothing to do with homemade cookies... anyways see you soon.

 

[Corndoggy]

Dearest Jingle,

It appears that there have been some complaints on the good island of Cocoville. Residents are complaining that it is far too hot, that the snowmen are melting and that generally looks too ugly on our once beautiful land. I have been asked by everyone here, as our island representative, to request from you some cooler weather. We are willing to make a grand donation of top quality cookies, milk and carrots, the finest carrots that could ever be seen, in exchange for our escape from this terrible heat. Between you and me, if it is easier to just trick them with a bunch of electric fans, I can make that happen. Please get back to me soon dear Jingle, before we all melt to our demise, currently we are living 24/7 in the ocean, which is fine for marina but for others like myself and cashmere, this is not ideal.

From your ever loyal subject, Connie

 

[*The Oakboro Mayor*]

Dear Jingle,

I have a slight problem that might add to the stress of the holidays, so hold on to your antlers. As you probably already know, our Molly in Sunset Bay is an avid baker. But she has her little duck heart set on getting a flamethrower. I've already tried to convince her that that is quite truly the worst idea I have ever heard of. Molly has already burnt her wing on the ironwood stove I got her, and that's one of the safest things in her house. I have a sneaking suspicion that she wants to make the world's largest crème brûlée because her front porch is covered in eggs. I don't know how they aren't freezing, but her work ethic and devotion to this project is incredible. I am begging you, please take the fall for not getting Molly the flamethrower. I don't want to have to terraform a moat around her house if the fire gets out of control, it would just be a hassle. Thank you for doing this on such short notice, I would really rather not have a new plot open after Christmas.

Glad tidings,
Resident R. Jen
Sunset Bay

 

[Your Local Wild Child]

Hello Jingle!

This might be an odd request for Toy Day, but I have a proposal for my present. Could you please pick me up from this island? Ya see, a witch kinda cursed me to be trapped in the middle of the forest, so I’ve been taking “deserted island living” to a level I neither expected nor wanted. I’m sure you have plenty of room on your sleigh for one small child to ride on until you can touch down in a more civilized area! I don’t need anything else, really!

If you’re not allowed to give out these requests as gifts, I’d love chocolates and some spare hammocks (the trees love ripping mine to shreds).

Hope this letter gets to you; Evwirt is odd in what gets in and out of the deep woods...

Sincerely yours,
Matty

 

[Foreverfox]

Dear Jingle,

Something I've always been meaning to ask - does it bother you that your name has been turned into a song that calls you out for having the most Bells? I mean, the residents on Woxton are ALL talking about it. I mean think about it, you really DO Jingle all the way when you have all those Bells in your bag! Anyways, all of Woxton can't WAIT to see what you bring. I for one, am hoping for a nightmare egg. Marshal wants a new DJ booth for his dance floor, and Raymond wants a new typewriter. Antonio said he wants chocolate protein powder, "The kind my chocolate covered doughnuts taste like. My abs will thank you!" Fauna wants a nice table centerpiece, Reneigh wants to go sightseeing, Julia wants a new bathtub, Lopez wants ALL OF THE CHIMAYO VESTS...please, it's all he talks about. Wolfgang wants a new book to read by the beach, and Erik wants a new Yodel sweater, "One that isn't sticky."

Thanks a million, Jingle! Or should I say, thanks 335,655!

Jingle all the way,
Foreverfox, Fox of Woxton

Post automatically merged: Dec 14, 2020

Oh noooo I hit the 3 instead of the 2 in 325,655! Wahhhh

 

[tajikey]

Dearest Jingle,

Taj here from ExIsle, writing to you yet again, wondering if you could grant my one wish this Christmas. I swear I've been good. I haven't time traveled, I talk to Label every time she's in town, and I've maybe only used my net as a weapon twice, both times were an accident (except for Pietro, clowns really shouldn't be hiding behind trees (come to think of it, I should have let the wasps get him)).

Anyway, look, I'd really love it if you could do the Nook nephews a solid and make their shop bigger. I'm sure they're tired of seeing me walk in, take a quick look around, then immediately leave without spending any hard earned bells. Shoot, most days I don't even bother going in, too ashamed to show my disappoinment.

This really is a win win for everyone. I get more options, they get more revenue, and Uncle Tom can stop busting their kneecaps, er, rather, he can collect more taxes.

Anyhow, I hope I've been good this year, at least good enough to get what I want.

Anticipating Your Return,
Tajikey from ExIsle

 

[IonicKarma]

Dear Jingle,

Thank you so much for fulfilling my last wish, I never thought that I'd be able to have my own private museum on an island! It even has its own museum curator and he agreed to take me under his wing for an Ichthyology class!

It's been pretty hard so far, but I've made it to the final exam, to catch a variety of different fish in the ocean! Easy right? Nope!

I thought the ocean was filled with all kinds of aquatic creatures and was so excited for this practical exam. Turns out all I can find in the ocean around here is the same fish over and over again! Every time you see a large shadow under the ocean and think you are finding a new fish, nope, its the same green fish again! Timmy and Tommy won't even buy these fish from me anymore!

My one wish for this holiday season is to fish fewer of this giant green sea creature so I can do well on my final. I think I need at least a C on this final exam to pass this class.

No wait-it's at least a C+!

Yours Truly,

Karma

 

[xSuperMario64x]

Hello there, my favorite black-nosed reindeer!

In case you didn't know, back in September the heavenly ones at Nintendo promised us a terrific selection of Super Mairo themed items for our quaint little town, and you wouldn't believe how excited I got when I heard about it! Only problem is, they're telling us to wait til, like, February! Crazy, I know! Anyways, do you think you could help your friends out here and give us some... oh I don't know, special early access to these items for Christmas? I would literally owe you my life.

Also, if it isn't too much trouble, I would really like a Waluigi statue for my town. My dear savior deserves a space of commemoration and celebration in my town. Plus, that way I could establish "Wah Day" so I and all my neighbors could go around yelling WAH all day! That would be the greatest thing ever. Well... I guess I don't really need a statue to do that, but it would still be really awesome!!

Sincerely,
Kat, island representative of Floaroma

 

[kiwikenobi]

Dear Jingle,

We've certainly known each other a long time, haven't we? You remember when we first met, right? I kept changing my shirt and pretending to be different people so that I could get more gifts from you. You never caught on, no matter how many times I did it! I was young and crazy in those days, but still, I always felt kind of bad about it. Sorry.

I didn't see you for a long time. Years passed. A lot changed. I'd become mayor and turned over a new leaf, and I just wanted to do what was best for my town. And that was when you appeared again. I wasn't sure what to expect, but, in a show of ultimate forgiveness for the tricks that I used to play on you when I was a kid, you asked me to help you deliver gifts to the citizens of my town. True, you wouldn't let me do it unless I wore a full Santa costume, complete with a long, white beard, even though I'm a girl...

Guess that's what I get for tricking you with those disguises all those years ago.

Glad we're on good terms now.

Thanks.

(Boom! Exactly 200 words!)

 

[tessa grace]

Hey Jingle!

It’s been a while, huh? Is Santa still ditching you? Also, did you open that pile of gifts in the Amiibo Camper? Anyway, I made a list of a few things I want this year.

- Please, get RID OF HAMPHREY. ALL OF HIM. Even his bushy blue eyebrows and evil little smile. Take him to a town with horrid villagers. He will fit right in.

- Pitfall seeds. Maybe I deserve a little coal for crafting many pitfall seeds and trapping Hamphrey so that he gets angry. I’m out of materials, though! Still, he called me ‘Inexperienced Trash’ to my face! (maybe I shouldn’t have made that my passport name…)

- I would also really like artistic skill! I can never seem to make the perfect Nick Cage town flag and my USSR anthem would go perfect with it!

You know, Jingle, I’m starting to realize that I haven’t really been good at all this year. I’ve hit villagers with nets and taken all of Timmy and Tommy’s bells through the stalk market. Maybe... can I make it up by putting on a full Santa costume and helping you?

Thanks for coming each year since 2002.

-thetessagrace

 

[Galatea]

Dear Jingle,

I'm sorry that I haven't written in so long, but could you please grant me one wish this Christmas. You see, my goal is to get all the winter Diys, but it has become difficult to fulfill this goal as every time I shoot a balloon, the only things that drops from them are furniture, money, or clothes. I'm already about to fall down from hours of walking back and forth down the beach so the only wish I have this Christmas is for the balloons to drop more diys so that I can achieve my goal.

Sincerly,
Malayna from Pianta Bay

 

[Radio]

Dear Jingle,

As island representative for Anthem, I am writing on behalf of all other island inhabitants when I formally request that you bring Antonio new gym equipment for the holidays. I have been getting numerous complaints that he has resulted in randomly lifting up other villagers to use as weights due to him having surpassed the current set of barbells which you had so graciously gifted to him last Christmas. It has been making villagers uneasy that they must keep a watchful ear at all times and attempt to run if they hear the resounding HONK before they are quickly lifted up as a momentarily exercise tool. I believe stronger equipment will be able to keep us all happy and return order to the island.

Best wishes,
Radio

 

[~Kilza~]

Dear Jingle,

I hope you are well. Unfortunately, Vasisland is in some turmoil right now. I'm afraid Freckles has been arrested for tax fraud, and now we need to raise her bail money, which exceeds 50 million bells! The whole island is devastated! ...Well, Boomer and Zucker are too busy playing with the dung beetles that have shown up recently. Olivia and Becky are too busy competing with one another to see who's the prettiest on the island. Frita is too busy cooking some holiday dishes. Ellie is too enamored in her books. Beardo is trying to get a screenplay of this written and sent to Hollywood. Chief is ranting about how high taxes are these days. Biff is ready to turn her house into his personal gym. I don't even think Freckles realizes she's in jail and keeps putting on concerts for the inmates...

...Okay, so I'm the only one who cares she's in jail. But still! It's very important we get her out of jail so our family is back together for Toy Day, so if you can look in your heart to help us out in our time of need it'd be greatly appreciated!

Yours truly,
~Kilza~

 

[Katzenjammer]

Deerest Jingle,

I'd like to make some requests for my wonderful islanders, so here's my wish list:

Lolly's been talking about reading books lately, so some new books or a really nice bookshelf.

Raymond, some stocks & bonds along with some luxury clothing, a can of expensive caviar!

Bob, I would go with anything edible, but you may want to get something to distract the bugs so they don't eat it before he has a chance to get to it.

Merry, she often wears a cheerleader outfit, so maybe some pom-poms too?

Rosie, some pink bath bombs and some lovely scented bath items from Nook, Bath, & Beyond!

Tybalt, a washer/dryer combo so he can finally get those sweat stains out for a change.

Hopper, some eye drops, because his eyes are always way too red and that can't be healthy!

Gaston, a subscription to the Rabbit Mustache & Beard Monthly box club!

Frita, maybe some shears for the summer? I can't imagine wearing a wool coat in summer.

Olaf, maybe some gourmet chocolate covered ants?

Thanks for reading, Lori

P.S. We'll leave out a salt lick out and be sure everything is well lit for you!

 

[DaCoSim]

Dear Jingle,


These villagers are trying my patience. Now, don’t get me wrong, I love them to pieces, but geez Louise they can be exasperating. Since the snow is now sticking, I thought I could get everyone some winter attire that caters to their tastes. Audie, for instance, loves green and has such cute taste, BUT, it’s freaking cold outside and she’s still chilling in her sundress, so I ordered her a green faux shearling coat. She told me she loved it but she’s still running around sleeveless in the snow. I took my time in finding just the right look that each of my babies would appreciate most, and legit, most of them could care less. The last thing I need is for all of my stubborn villagers to catch colds that spread through my village like a pandemic... You might want to give them masks and medicine this year cuz at this rate, they’re all going to get pneumonia. Also, I might need a new coat for Christmas as I gave mine to June, since she is refusing to wear her new red poncho coat and is still running around in a muumuu.

Happy Holidays!

Midori from Seclusia