Hiatus will be over on January 23rd!

We've all been suffering since this hiatus is lasting longer than the previous. And although an almost 2 month break is depressing according to the reliable Zap2it.com at least we finally have a date to look forward to!

[1/23] Episode 114: "No Country for Old Dragons"

[1/30] Episode 115: "Twinsanity"

We can all tell that episode 115 is the slightly infamous twin-centric episode we've all been waiting for, but no word on what episode 114 will be about. Since it's obviously based on the title of the Book/Film "No Country for Old Men" it might have something to do with that. But, since that's about a drug deal on the American-Mexican border gone horribly wrong I'm not so sure.

Stay tuned for more news and check our Riders of Berk Page for episode updates!

Thanks Serimon!

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More Dragons 2 Storyboards from Tom Owens

NOTICE: 
Unfortunately, these boards have been taken down :(

Tom Owens posted an additional 5 sequel boards to go along with the last ones he gave us! But while still featuring an older Hiccup and Stoick, these boards also feature Snotlout, Tuffnut, and Fishlegs as seen above!

*5 New Storyboards*

He also posted this info:

I see sometimes where fans will see these drawings and then comment on the 'new character designs' or costumes... The way I draw these characters should in no way be thought of as 'on model'. The beauty of storyboarding is that I get to draw in a way that makes me happy... random shapes on outfits are place holders for things like buckles or whatnot... and if I occasionally do color it's just me having fun. Not the way the character will look...

Which is good to keep in mind with these storyboards and the previous set.

Thanks to ICNyght!

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Riders of Berk Comics OUT NOW!

With a hiatus lasting the rest of the month (and possibly the next month), things might be a little slow, and we're all wondering what we're going to do until new episodes roll around again. 

Luckily we have a little something to read while we wait. 

The first issue of the official "Riders of Berk" comic book is out now in comic book stores! And it's only $3.99! So head down to where ever comics are sold in your area and pick up a copy!

More info on the comics

NOTICE: Since it seems a lot of people--if not all--are having trouble locating a place to buy this comic both in stores and online, if anyone finds a safe place to purchase it, please let us know so everyone who can is able to buy a comic!

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"HTTYD: Behind the Scenes" Streaming Party

NOTE:
The livestream is now over, and was probably the best one yet!!!!! Thank you all who came to both livestreams and let's do it again soon!

With another Riders of Berk hiatus in our midst it seemed like a good time to have another streaming party! If you were at the last one you know that we announced that we will be screening three special behind the scenes documentaries and features:

-HTTYD: Finding the Story (documentary of the film's making)
-The Animator's Corner: How to Train Your Dragon
-The Animator's Corner: Gift of the Night Fury
All videos brought to us by Serimon!

Link to the Livestream

It will again be hosted by the wonderful tumblr user Hiccstrid TODAY at 5pm EST, 2pm PST and 10pm GMT! Also, like all the other times, we will be announcing something special at the end! So make sure you stay for all three features! 

Hope to see you all there today!

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Episode 113 - When Lightning Strikes

Writer: Justin Hook
Director: John Sanford
Air Date: 5 December, 2012
Episode List

When mysterious and deadly lightning storms being to plague Berk, everyone believes that Thor is angry with them. And when Mildew is able to convince the village that Thor is upset for them harboring a Night Fury (the "unholy offspring of lightning and death itself) on the island, they want to give Toothless up as a sacrifice.

More Info | Transcript | Screenshots | Review

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Dragons: 11 Annie nominations!

The Annie nominations were released today, with Riders of Berk nominated a whopping 10 times (with an additional nomination for Gift of the Night Fury)! That's more than any other show on the list, and speaks to the amazing quality of this Riders of Berk.

The nominations are for:

• Best Animated Television Production For Children
• Character Animation in Animated Television (Shi Zimu, Teri Yam, and Yan Jiazhuang)
• Character Design in Animated Television (Andy Bialk, "Alvin and the Outcasts")
• Directing in Animated Television (John Eng, "Animal House")
• Music in Animated Television (John Paesano, "How to Pick Your Dragon")
• Storyboarding in Animated Television (Doug Lovelace, "Portrait of Hiccup as a Buff Man")
• Writing in Animated Television (Mike and Linda Teverbaugh, "Animal House")
• Editorial in Animated Television (Lynn Hobson, "Animal House")

Huge thanks to the cast and crew, and good luck! I think we're all proud to be fans of such a well-crafted and beautiful show as Riders of Berk.

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