To his luck, he spotted another island in the distance shortly after, sailing straight towards it.

He arrived on May 27th, 2005, only to find… the same place as before. Seemingly still the only one there, he named it Rockhopper Island.

He refueled, and set off once again.

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Upon arrival, Rockhopper found that the island was small, tropical, and seemingly uninhabited. Clearly, this was not his home.

An abundance of clean water and fruit trees kept the captain optimistic. He filled his barrels full and set sail again in search of Club Penguin.

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Rockhopper Island was first discovered in 2005 after the Great Storm.

Towards the end of March, Rockhopper spotted an island to the east through his telescope. He hoped it was his home, as he began sailing straight towards it.

He reached shore a week later on April 5, 2005.

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Rockhopper spent the next two weeks searching for his home, but found no sign of light anywhere. Assuming the storm had blown him off course, he could only go where his compass led him.

It wouldn't be long before he spotted land...

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Rockhopper set sail to parts unknown, with the Lighthouse's shining Beacon as his only guide home.

Little did he know that would be the last time he'd see it shine for a very, very long time.

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On March 7, 2005, he completed his ship, dubbing it the Migrator. He planned to leave in the morning, and return the next month.

On March 8, Rockhopper was touched to see a crowd had gathered at the Dock to say their goodbyes. Even the Penguin Band was there performing for him.

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Intrigued by his new look, a creative penguin approached him. They asked to create a commemorative painting before his departure. Rockhopper was happy to oblige, striking a pose atop the ship's deck.

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Rockhopper built for many long months, growing a long black bushy beard in the process. As his ship neared completion, he decided to sport a fresh new look.

He donned the bold new red body paint and a captain’s hat, officially adopting the title “Captain Rockhopper.”

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Around 2003 the penguins were introduced to igloos, popularized by the Penguin Band's debut. Many began building igloos of their own. Rockhopper took part in this craze, constructing an igloo he could call home.

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Today’s prompt, penguin. Here’s some rockhoppers hopping some rocks 🐧

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It wasn't until Penguin Chat 3 when we finally saw this change.

In early March 2005, the Island Staff introduced paint to the public. It was a huge hit! Even Rockhopper colored himself red.

A creative penguin used some paint to create an image of the captain before he left.

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Penguins' bodies change with age, as demonstrated by Rockhopper and Sensei.

By age 13, Rockhopper already had a full black beard.

Sensei had a similarly colored beard when he was younger, though it grew gray over time along with his feathers.

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DEATH BATTLE! Benson VS Rockhopper

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I met Rockhopper again and got his new background! It looks pretty nice. Hope everyone gets a chance to meet him soon.

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14 years ago today, Captain Rockhopper introduced Red Puffles to the Penguins of Club Penguin. They were the 6th Puffle to be adoptable, but the 1st to come from outside of Club Penguin. Penguins could take them surfing, fire out of a cannon, and much more over the years.

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Day 28: Rockhopper Penguin
Day 29: Blue Whale
Day 30: Giant Panda
Day 31: Pygmy Three Toed Sloth

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Rockhopper penguin 🐧🐥🐧 https://t.co/lWxd8eUoaY

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DEATH BATTLE! Murray Franklin VS Rockhopper

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