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Hallow-Xmas 5: Awards

After eight weeks of sugarplum peppermint dreams, A victor’s emerged between two mighty teams: Congrats to Team Xmas, who now have won …

Hallow-Xmas, Eyewire, citizen science, Halloween, Xmas, holiday

Hallow-Xmas 4: Another Reckoning

‘Tis the fourth Hallow-Xmas, and all through our game Come voices that whisper this challenge’s name; You’ve waited for months, even close …

halloween, xmas, Hallow-Xmas, Eyewire, citizen science

Hallow-Xmas 3: Remix Edition

‘Twas the third Hallow-Xmas, and on every cell Both autumn and winter had cast their great spell: The curious blending of seasonal …

Halloween, Xmas, Hallow-Xmas, holiday, Eyewire, citizen science

Hallow-Xmas 2: Awards

Congratulations, Eyewirers! Going from just one member to many, santa-lanterns have triumphed! And this finally brings our second installment of Hallow-Xmas to …

Eyewire, citizen science, Hallow-Xmas, Halloween, Xmas, holiday

Hallow-Xmas 2: Trivia

‘Tis the week of the Finals, but at Grim’s behest We must stretch our brains while our tracing hands rest: For no …

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Hallow-Xmas 2: Semifinals

The days shorten further, and winter’s true bite Comes frosty and chilly through long, windy night. But kindle some candles, then bundle …

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Hallow-Xmas 2: Quarterfinals

Midway through November, when first snow might fall, This part of our bracket seems strangest of all: When Halloween’s cobwebs are hung …

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Hallow-Xmas 2: Round of 16

The red leaves have fallen, and winter feels near, With temperatures dropping and drizzles so drear. But harvest continues — it isn’t …

Hallow-Xmas 2: Qualifiers

The full moon is waning, and darkness descends: What’s better to do than dress up with your friends? To start Hallow-Xmas, we …