EOTB: New Valentine-Themed Last Names

 

Several days ago, Linden Lab would announce on the official Second Life blog a list of new options for account last names. With the month being February, they were Valentines Day themed.

 

 ... we have just released new last names for the season! The following Valentine-themed names are only available for a limited time:

 

 The list of names are as follows: Tender, Velvetpaw, Lovebug, Pookie, Lust, Amorous, Heartsy, Cuddleclaw, Latido, Luvmore, Sweetums, Snacc, Huggles, and Cherub. 

Dropping in some personal comments, "Latido" I had to look up, and it's Spanish for "beat" or "regular beat." It might be alluding to a heartbeat. "Cuddleclaw" and "Velvetpaw" sound like something for a female furry or dragon. Having "Snacc" for a surname, one might want to be careful around larger dragon avatars.

 

The Lab would say the names are "seasonal and may return around this time next year." It would also invite people to make suggestions for new surnames (on this Google doc). 

 

As a reminder, changing your account name is not free, but costs from $49.99 to $14.99 USD (FAQ).

 

Bixyl Shuftan 

 

EOTB: Linden Lab Spotlights Valentines Day Happenings

 

A few days ago, Linden Lab posted about several Valentine's Day themed events, places, and things in Second Life. Some are currently taking place/accessible. Others have yet to happen.

 

Among them is the "Valentine Shop and Hop" shopping event.  There's also a new list of choices for last names available for a limited time for the season (more on this later). 

 

The Isle of View, Linden Lab's Valentine's Day themed area, a pinkish four sim large heart-shaped island, is back up. Before the main event, couples can go there for a romantic time, one can stop by the small store to get a treat for their loved one, or the curious can just wander about. 

 

On Saturday February 14, the Isle of View will hold a special event, "Hug or Dunk A Linden (or Mole)." It will go on from 1 to 3 PM SL time.

 

For fans of the "Love Train," it's back. This time for both Friday February 13 and Saturday February 14. 

 

Maybe this has to do with Friday the 13th being considered an unlucky day by the superstitious, but on this day the Lab will be holding a darker take on Valentines Day called "Til Death Do Us Part." There will be events at both the Love Train and the Isle of View. 

 

And the Lab reminded people to check out Romance-themed places in it's Destination Guide.  

To read the Linden blog in full, Click Here.  

 Bixyl Shuftan

 

EOTB: New Last Names

 

In the official Second Life blog last week, Linden Lab announced they had released a list of Christmas and winter-themed last names for accounts. 

 

To celebrate the winter holiday season, we have released some festive new last names! 

 

The list of names goes as follows :

 

Nutmeg, Krampus, Solstice, Twinkle, Snowveil, Everfrost, Winterpelt, Glacia, Nuzzle, Polar, and Gingerpaw 

 

These seasonal names will be around "for a limited time," saying some *might* be available again in a future Christmas season. 

 

As a reminder, changing one's account name is not free. There's a fee of $49.99 for basic and Plus accounts, less for higher ones, more details here. And special seasonal names aside, once a name is dropped from the list, it's gone for good. 

 

Bixyl Shuftan

 

New Halloween-Themed Last Names

 

For those waiting for new last names, good news. A few days ago, Linden Lab announced in the official blog they had some new options for those wanting to change their account name. And for those who are fans of the spooky season, more good news, these are Halloween themed. 

 

Thank you to everyone who continues to submit ideas through our Last Name Suggestion Form. For this special update, we’ve chosen the most highly requested names that also capture the spirit of Halloween. If you’ve ever suggested something haunting, eerie, or just plain spooky, you may now see it on the list!  

 

The new account last names are Potion, Misery, Strange, Goblin, Zombie, Monster, Ghoul, Spooky, and Nightfang. 

 

"Potion" could be an interesting name for someone who fancies themself a chemist or mad scientist. "Strange" could be useful for someone who wants an aura of mystery around them. "Nightfang" might see some use among residents in wolf avatars.  

 

Expect the names to change soon after Halloween.  

 

As a reminder, changing last names is not free, but costs from $49.99 to $14.99 USD, depending on the resident's account. Check the FAQ page for more information. 

 

Bixyl Shuftan 

 

New Last Names Available

 

 About a month after Linden Lab offered some new options for last names in theme with the Second Life Birthday, a few days, they delivered a "New batch of (the) most wanted last names."

Thank you again to everyone who continues to submit ideas through our Last Name Suggestion Form. For this update, we once again gave extra attention to the names that have been requested most frequently. If you’ve shared your favorite last name with us, there’s a good chance it’s now available!

Several older options have been removed, and we’ve added the following highly requested new ones:

The new last names are Belmonte, Rascal, Baby, Sakura, Lit, Bly, Neon, Goat, Bubbles, and Aurora.

 

Sakura is a Japanese name, meaning "cherry blossom." While "goat" has meant a farm animal that gives small amounts of milk, to call someone "the goat," is to say they're the best they're is at what they do, the "greatest of all time."

 

As a reminder, changing last names is not free, but costs from $49.99 to $14.99 USD, depending on the resident's account. Check the FAQ page for more information. 

 

Bixyl Shuftan 

 

New Last Names

 

As part of the Second Life Birthday, there are some new account surnames, in the "Myths and Legends" theme. 

 

In addition to all of the exciting events, we're thrilled to unveil a special series of SL22B themed last names. Embrace the Myths and Legends themed options!

The new last names are: Myth, Dragonheart, Minotauris, Izanagi, Eos, Arcane, Gaia, and Legendary.

 

As a reminder, changing last names is not free, but costs from $49.99 to $14.99 USD, depending on the resident's account. Check the FAQ page for more information.

 

EOTB: "The Most Requested" New Last Names Announced

 

Yesterday on Thursday May 15, Linden Lab announced their new last names for the month of May. But this was a list of 23 names instead of the usual several changed. 

 

Thank you to everyone who has submitted ideas through our Last Name Suggestion Form. While we always choose names from your suggestions, this time we gave special priority to those that were requested most often by many Residents. So if you’ve ever submitted your favorite name, you might see it on the list!

Today, we’re doing another big refresh by removing some of the older options and adding the following new ones.

The new names are: Burney, Rabbit, Zen, Rune, Doll, Sirensong, Pixels, Stanwyck, Seraphim, Puppy, Possum, Dust, Cheeks, Lagmore, Clover, Moonchild, Dreamer, Sunny, Nightfall, Windsor, Pawto, Boop, and Waggletail. 

Which means about half of the current list are new names. 

As a reminder, changing one's account name isn't done for free, but costs $49.99 USD for Basic and Plus accounts, $34.99 for Premium Accounts, and $14.99 for Premium Plus. People are also free to offer suggestions for last names (here). 

 

To read the blog post in full, Click Here. 

 

New Valentine-Themed Last Names

 

 

 A few days ago in the official Second Life blog, Linden Lab announced they were offering some new surnames people could change their accounts to. And as part of the Valentines Day celebrations, they are themed for the holiday.

The eight names are: Amour, Lovejoy, Crush, Smitten, Siren, Cutie, Sizzle, Gyatt 

The names will be around "for a limited time" and may or may not be available again next year. 

Changing last names is not free, but costs from $49.99 to to $34.99 to $14.99, depending on the level of one's Second Life account.

 

 

 

 

New Winter-Themed Last Names

 

For those looking for a new last name to change to, especially something winter or Christmas-themed, good news. A few days ago on the official blog, Linden Lab announced a list of new last names one can change to, for a fee.

 

 To celebrate the winter holiday season, we have released some festive new last names!

 

 The list of names are: Candyclaws, Merry, Frostlake, Candlewick, Prancer, Silverbells, Mistlefluff, Alegria, Befana, and Hollyberry.  

 

The Lab says the names "are only available for a limited time," but "are seasonal and may come back around this time next year."

 

Most residents will need to pay a $49.99 US dollar fee to change their last names, with Premium needing $34.99, and Premium Plus $14.99 respectively, with the answer to other questions in the FAQ.  

EOTB: New Last Names

 

On the official blog a few days ago, Linden Lab announced a list of new last names available for residents to change to.

Happy Autumn! Thank you for all the suggestions sent in for future last names through our Last Name Suggestion Form. 

Today we are doing another big last name refresh by removing some of the older last name options and adding the following new ones from your suggestions:

The new last names are Mouse, Victis, Wheel, Pudding, Demure, Nightwish, Fledermaus, Whisper, Pooh, and Velvet.

Of Demure, it may or may not be because of a popular meme going around on social media, "very mindful, very demure." Of "Mouse," that may get the attention of some who prefer small, or furry avatars.  "Fledermaus" might get the attention of bat fans. 

 

For the blog post in full, Click Here. 

 

EOTB: Linden Lab Shows Off Several Halloween Happenings

 

 

On the official blog yesterday, Linden Lab posted about several Halloween happenings in Second Life, "Immerse yourself in the spooky Halloween spirit within one of the most lively virtual communities in the metaverse!"

Among the goings on is the return of Bellisseria's Trick or Treat game. Get your HUD and candy bucket at Millbank (217/41/23), and go around Bellisseria looking for pumpkin-shaped candy buckets to grab treats out of, and get prizes for it.

Prepare to celebrate Halloween Belli style! Collect candy across Bellisseria this Halloween season and win prizes! This is an interactive event where residents living in Bellisseria can host Candy Buckets on their parcels and anyone (even residents not living in Bellisseria) can go all around Bellisseria Trick or Treating to collect candy. 

 

In the forums, Patch explained that this year's event was a little different, with small changes following reading some player feedback from last year, "We’ve reduced the amount of candy required for the prizes, making it easier for everyone to win. Plus, now when you arrive in a region with the HUD attached, you’ll receive a message letting you know how many buckets you can find in that region. And to encourage more users to join the event, rezzing out a candy bucket at your home will earn you extra bonus candies."

 

The prizes are nightfang, twilight squeak, and cuddle claw boopies (decor, hugable, and animesh follower). Once again get the HUD and candy bucket at https://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Millbank/217/41/23 .

There's also a new set of last names available for residents, Halloween themed. They are:

Claw, Fangsby, Shade, Spooktail, Growl, Bloodstone, Witch, Vile, Ebony, Phantom

As a reminder, the names are available for a limited time, presumably until just after Halloween is over, and there is a fee to change one's last name.

There's also a Halloween Swaginator hunt.

Linden Lab's Halloween Swaginator Hunt is back! Start at the spooky Millbank region, touch to receive the Halloween 2024 Swaginator HUD, right-click and add it from your inventory, and then dive into a thrilling adventure as you search for hidden treasures and exclusive Halloween-themed prizes. Explore eerie locations, solve mysterious clues, and enjoy the festive atmosphere. Don’t miss out on this exciting quest to celebrate the Halloween season!

The HUD, and first clue of the Swaginator Hunt, is also at Millbank (217/41/23) .

 

As for Milibank itself, it's been transformed for the season into the Haunted Neighborhood, which we've written about in the past. 

Also available are Halloween Premium, and Premium Plus, gifts available at a list of locations.

To read more about these, and more, Click Here. 

Bixyl Shuftan

EOTB: "The Spookiest Time of Year Is Almost Here"

 

 Halloween season will soon be upon Second Life, and Linden Lab is reminding people to get ready.

Last Friday, September 13, Linden Lab had a Halloween-themed announcement. They would mention the upcoming October Shop and Hop and the annual Trick of Treat game in Bellisseria, as well as an upcoming Swaginator event. They would also say they're planning to release some Halloween-themed last names.

Get Ready for Second Life’s Halloween in 2024!

• Event Dates: October 1st - November 3rd
• Shop & Hop: October 4th - November 3rd
• Annual Trick or Treat Event in Bellisseria: Starts October 1st
• Swaginator Hunt: Starts October 8th

How to Join the Fun

• Mark Your Calendar: October 1st - November 3rd.
• Explore the Shop & Hop: Visit multiple shop and hop regions to discover deals and gifts.
• Change Your Last Name: Embrace the spooky season with a new Halloween-themed last name.
• And many more things to do in Second Life during the Halloween period! 

The last line refers to countless Halloween events and themed places across the Second Life, which in the past have included Relay for Life and Team Diabetes fundraisers, as well as games ranging from the simple to detailed HUD-based adventures taking part on huge grounds taking up close to a sim in size. 

For more information click on the Linden blog post here. 

Bixyl Shuftan

EOTB: New Last Names For Residents

 

In the official blog a few days ago, it was announced there was a new set of last names to go along with the SecondLife Birthday. A number of them go along with the theme of the event, elements.

In addition to all of the exciting events, we're thrilled to unveil a special series of SL21B themed last names. Embrace the elements with our new Earth, Wind, Fire, and Air themed options!

The names are: Cirrus, Blowhard, Windyfloofs, Cinder, Hotman, Pyroclaw, Boulder, Soil, Pebblepaws, Ocean, Torrent, and Frostfangs 

 

The notice didn't say how long the names will be available, though probably at least until the end of the Second Life Birthday, on Sunday July 21. 

EOTB: New Valentine-Themed Last Names

 

 

 As part of the Valentines Day celebrations, Linden Lab announced a few days ago there will be some new account surnames in theme for the time. 

... we have just released new last names for the season! The following Valentine-themed names are only available for a limited time

The new last names are Bae, Flirt, Lovelace, Lovingood, Simp, Snuggler, Sweetheart, and Trueheart.

Some of the names may be more or less popular than others. "Bae" meaning "before all else" is a slang term popular among the young, but not so much among those well into adulthood. Calling someone a "simp" isn't exactly a complement. "Trueheart" may get some attention as it's been the last name of some characters, notably some female love interests, in stories. 

 

As a reminder, changing one's account name takes a one-time fee to Linden Lab.

 

There were other things mentioned in the blog, such as the upcoming Hug Or Dunk A Linden event, the Love Train, and the Valentine Shop and Hop. 

Source: Linden blog

Bixyl Shuftan

 

EOTB: New Last Names Available

 

It's no surprise that the limited edition Christmas/Winter last names for residents last month would be gone a few days into the new year. What would be a surprise to some is that Linden Lab chose to not just replace them, which would have been just ten names, but opted for a "refresh" by retiring twenty and replacing them with new ones. 

Today we are doing another big last name refresh by removing some of the older last name options and adding the following new ones from your suggestions ...

The twenty new names are: Eton, Harmony, Serenade, Ethereal, Celestia, Sable, Astral, Starling, Saccharin, Rizzler, Enthusiast, Pratchett, Elara, Cerulean, Onyx, Peridot, Winchester, Fluffington, Mainlander, and Wicken.

 

Of what yours truly thinks of the names, "Serenade" and "Harmony" sound like names musicians would like. "Mainlander" sounds like something for residents who prefer virtual life on the mainland. "Pratchet" sounds like something for a fan of the "Discworld" novels. "Winchester" sounds like something for Wild West, or firearm, fans. 

Still for those waiting for a better last time, there might be something among this new list of twenty considering. As a reminder, it costs a $49.99 USD fee for regular residents to change their surname, $34.99 for Premium residents, and $14.99 for Premium-Plus.

Source: Linden Blog

Bixyl Shuftan

EOTB: New Limited Edition Winter-Themed Last Names

 

 

With the Christmas season, Linden Lab is offering a number of winter and Christmas-themed account surnames as options to change to.  

To celebrate the winter holiday season, we have released some festive new last names!

 

The new names are as follows:

 

Snowfox

Icicle

Evergreen

Candycane

Frostypaws

Yulepurr

Jollyfluff

Tidings

Tinsel

Feliz 

 

A few of the names could mean something other than the Christmas season. "Tidings" could mean something oceanic. I can see "Evergreen" being used by someone who sees himself as fprever newbish.  A few such as "Snowfox" and "Yilepurr" would go well with some furries.

The names are available "for a limited time," which presumably means they'll be taken down not long after Christmas.

Source: Linden Blog

 

Halloween-Themed Last Names Now Available (For Now)

 

A couple days ago on the Linden Blog, the Lab announced that some Halloween-themed surnames were now available for people looking to change the names of their accounts. 

The new names now available are Batty, Morbid, Calavera, Shadow, Vampurr, Stoker, Reaper, and Shiver. 

 

 "Calavera" means a representation of a skull for "Day of The Dead" events, especially sugar skulls. Stoker was the last name of the author of "Dracula," the man who created the vampire myth as we know it today. 

The names are only available for a limited time, presumably will vanish soon after Halloween. The Lab would also offer Halloween-themed last names in 2022 and 2021. None of this years names are reissues of either time. 

Bixyl Shuftan

EOTB: Large Number of New Last Names Available

 

On Tuesday February 28, Linden Lab announced a number of new surnames for accounts. Unlike previous announcements in which there were several, this time twenty new ones were announced, the largest change since the ability to change one's last name was announced in April 13, 2020.

Today we are doing our biggest last name refresh by removing some of the older last name options and adding the following new ones from your suggestions:

Jeon
Foxtail
Varela
Kealoha
Primdashian
Spicy
Costanza
Gupta
Softpaw
Vandervoort
Tordenskjold
Peabody
Whiskers
Quack
Pixelbottom
Blossom
Bork
Nightingale
Sausage
Fibble 

 

 

 Of the original list of last names, only "Resident" remains as an option to change to (which to my knowledge has never been done).

On a personal observation, some of these names look like they were intended for furries, tinies, and nekos, such as "Foxtail" and "Softpaw." Some such as "Primdashian" and "Pixelbottom" sound like funny ones. Not quite sure who would name themselves "Sausage," aside from someone trying to get laughs where he or she went. Will we end up seeing a "Pork Sausage" or "Beef Sausage?"

For those wishing to suggest a future last name, Click Here for the Google doc. For those wishing to read comments about them, chech this thread in the SL forums.

Bixyl Shuftan

EOTB: New Valentine-Themed Last Names (Limited Edition)

 

 

 Besides listing some Valentine's Day events in the official Second Life blog the other day, Linden Lab also announced some Valentine's Day-themed last names.

The following valentine-themed names are only available for a limited time:  
Snugglepuff
Allure
Passion
Heartstrings
Aphrodite
Adonis
Waifu
Husbando

 

Taking a look at this list, it's safe to say some of these names will be used more than others, especially for men. Hard to imagine a guy renaming himself "Snugglepuff."

 

The Lab stated these surnames "are seasonal and may come back around this time next year, for a limited time."

 

EOTB: No Land Setup Fees For December, Holiday-Themed Last Names

 

 

 Yesterday in the official blog, Linden Lab had a couple announcements. For those interested in getting sims, the Lab has an early Christmas present. They stated that there would be no setup fees for sims purchased in December.

Premium and Premium Plus subscribers will pay no setup fees for any new regions purchased during the month of December. Only pay the first month’s maintenance fee and move right in.

 

To read the blog post in full, Click Here. To read comments in the forum thread, Click Here.  

Also, the Lab also announced new last names, Christmas-themed ones.

Tinseltail
Elf
Mistletoe
Gingerbread
Noelle
Claus
Blitzen

The Lab stated the names are up only "for a limited time," though may be back next year.

Comparing this months list of names to the original list in April 2020, only a few names remain:  Atheria, Huntsman, Voxel, Littlepaws, Takeda, Dallas, and the option to change to the generic "Resident."

 To read the blog post in full: Click Here.