MONSTER PRANKS

March 30, 2023

April Fools' Day, also known as All Fools' Day, is a day dedicated to playing pranks, jokes, and practical jokes on family members, friends, and colleagues. This day is celebrated on the 1st of April every year and is recognized in many countries around the world. It's a day when people can let loose and have some fun by playing pranks on their loved ones.

The origins of April Fools' Day are shrouded in mystery. Some historians believe that it dates back to the Roman festival of Hilaria, which was celebrated on March 25th. Others believe that it is related to the French calendar reform of the sixteenth century when the New Year was moved from April 1st to January 1st, and those who continued to celebrate the New Year on April 1st were mocked as fools.

The tradition of playing practical jokes on April Fools' Day has been around for centuries. Some of the most popular pranks include sending someone on a fool's errand, such as asking them to go on a hunt for an item that doesn't exist or tricking someone into believing something that isn't true.

One of the most famous April Fools' Day pranks occurred in 1957 when the BBC news program Panorama aired a segment about the Swiss spaghetti harvest. The report showed footage of Swiss farmers picking spaghetti from trees and caused many viewers to call the BBC asking how they could grow their own spaghetti tree.

In recent years, many companies have also gotten in on the April Fools' Day fun by creating fake products and announcements. For example, in 2015, Google announced a new feature called "Google Panda" which was supposedly a virtual reality headset for pandas.

A popular ZIPIT monster prank involves setting up a fake monster attack. This prank involves creating a fake monster gang, and then having them ‘attack’ someone unexpectedly. For example, a group of friends could set up a multitude of ZIPIT Monsters in a closet, and then have someone unsuspectingly open the closet door. Rigging the monsters with a simple ‘jack-in-a-box’ mechanism of springs will enhance the prank.

Another fun monster prank involves creating a fake creature or monster that can interact with people. For example, one could wrap oneself up in unzipped  monster pouches, to create a monster mummy. You could then surprise people by popping up unexpectedly or by doing things that monsters are known for, such as growling, roaring, or chasing people.

Overall, April Fools' Day is a fun and lighthearted day that allows people to let loose and play some harmless pranks. Whether it's sending a friend on a wild goose chase or creating a fake announcement, the key is to keep the pranks light and enjoyable for all involved.