The Fight to Save America

Alright, we're not actually trying to save America. But we're going huge. We here at Stain Club like to take a stance on the big issues of our time. On all the important matters weighing on the minds of the American people. That's why we've decided to contact Hasbro and weigh in on their decision to remove beloved hero Plumpy from the popular game Candyland. Here is what was said:

To Whom It May Concern:

I am writing to you about your removal of the character “Plumpy” from the latest releases of your classic game Candyland. I remember as a young children feeling the joys of drawing the Queen Frostine (now Princess Frostine, for reasons that remain unclear to me in Candyland lore) and the agony of drawing Plumpy not shortly after said event. Plumpy, while a jolly looking character, spelled certain doom for successful adventurers that had almost found their way to King Kandy. I think it’s important for children to realize that sometimes they may seem like they’re on top of the world, but a big fat green Plumpa Troll is just around the corner.

While Mama Ginger Tree may be an interesting character in her own right, she does not demand the pathos of a misunderstood and oftentimes too harshly reviled figure such as Plumpy. Also, Gramma Nutt I have always felt is the matronly figure of the game, and it is her sage advice that I would turn to in my quest to avoid Lord Licorice, and not that of a talking tree (which, let’s admit, is a little silly). Plumpy is an important foundation of childhood, and it breaks my heart that today’s kids do not see his big green mutton chops and cringe in fear that they may draw his card after successfully navigating their way across the Gumdrop Pass, or through the harsh terrain of the Lollipop Woods.

I was wondering if you would consider re-adding Plumpy to the game, even if he has to take a somewhat reduced role in the saga of the story. Perhaps he could live in the Chocolate Swamp and pay rent to Gloppy, or work as dutiful servant to Lolly (now demoted from being a Princess, I see. Will wonders never cease?) in her woods?

Alternately, I think you could offer a game featuring Mama Gingerbread, and one offering Plumpy, and see which addition sells more. I think you’d be surprised. I look forward to hearing your thoughts, and if you would like any additional advice, I would be more than happy to offer it.

Your sincere Plumpy Fan,

Dylan Page

We will keep you updated on this issue as the case for Plumpy continues.