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wotidol.bsky.social @wotidol.bsky.social · 11h

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wotidol.bsky.social @wotidol.bsky.social · 14h

Hi #WoTSkies, you ready for the Holidays? The 2025 WoT Idol Holiday Extravaganza is ON!

🎄Song Parodies
🍀Original Music
🐰Cosplay
🎅Memes
💝Skits
🎃and more!

🕯️Entries due: Nov 30, 2025 at 12am (Midnight) ET

See rules and info at wotidol.com

#TheWheelOfTime

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wotidol.bsky.social @wotidol.bsky.social · Aug 26

We're sorry we can't change it this late in the game. We do want to limit how often people vote and we want to avoid issues with bots since the form has been shared publicly. If it's really an issue and you can't login with a Google account, DM us and we'll try to make sure your votes are counted.

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wotidol.bsky.social @wotidol.bsky.social · Aug 25

Voting for WoT Idol 2025 will END at 6pm ET on Wednesday, Aug 27th (this Weds) just 2 hours before the live stream!

Here is the form if you haven't voted yet: forms.gle/qzQu8n7uMR97...

And here is the live stream link for this Wednesday: www.youtube.com/live/U0YX37V...

#WoTIdol2025 #WoTSkies

WoT Idol Season 5 Category Picks!

STEP 1: Watch/review all of the parodies on the YouTube playlist below (in the order they were presented during the live streams): https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLde9P1LvCd2u-qXKo6ikGu8h_VYC6qMCN...

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wotidol.bsky.social @wotidol.bsky.social · Aug 23

Join us on Wednesday, August 27th at 8pm ET on the @unraveling.bsky.social YouTube channel as we announce all of the WoT Idol 2025 winners and crown the Overall Winner LIVE!

Live stream link: www.youtube.com/live/U0YX37V...

#WoTSkies #WoTIdol2025 #TheWheelOfTime

The WoT Idol 2025 AWARDS Show!

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wotidol.bsky.social @wotidol.bsky.social · Aug 18

VOTE: forms.gle/qgdp6FLzg2HT...

#WoTIdol2025 #TheWheelOfTime #mostTalentedFandom

WoT Idol Season 5 Category Picks!

STEP 1: Watch/review all of the parodies on the YouTube playlist below (in the order they were presented during the live streams): https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLde9P1LvCd2u-qXKo6ikGu8h_VYC6qMCN...

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wotidol.bsky.social @wotidol.bsky.social · Aug 18

WoT Idol Voting is OPEN! (link below)

Voting will close just before the live stream next week, where we will announce all of the winners and celebrate this amazing fandom's creative genius. Join us over @unraveling.bsky.social on August 27th for the stream! And don't forget to vote!

#WoTSkies

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Rapunzl347 @rapunzl347.bsky.social · Aug 16

Hey #WoTSkies
# Vote for your Favorite WoTIdol 2025 Parodies here:
forms.gle/cE3auFi4gRMk...

#TheWheelOfTime #WoT #SaveWoT @thedustywheel.bsky.social @unraveling.bsky.social @wotup.bsky.social @wotidol.bsky.social

WoT Idol Season 5 Category Picks!

STEP 1: Watch/review all of the parodies on the YouTube playlist below (in the order they were presented during the live streams): https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLde9P1LvCd2u-qXKo6ikGu8h_VYC6qMCN...

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wotidol.bsky.social @wotidol.bsky.social · Aug 12

TONIGHT'S THE NIGHT!

The Dusty Wheel Inn of The Wheel of Time @thedustywheel.bsky.social · Aug 12

It’s happening! #WoTIdol Season 5 premieres tonight at 8pm ET!! Come join us at the Inn!!

#TheWheelOfTime
@unraveling.bsky.social @wotup.bsky.social @innkeeperanas.bsky.social

www.youtube.com/live/yNNQ3--...

(Live) WHEEL OF TIME IDOL: Season 5 Premiere!

YouTube video by The Dusty Wheel

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wotidol.bsky.social @wotidol.bsky.social · Aug 10

Here is the form to fill out. Keep in mind by accepting to donate to the prize giveaways, you accept the responsibility of shipping costs and communication with the winner:

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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wotidol.bsky.social @wotidol.bsky.social · Aug 10

#WoTIdol is this week! And this year, we're adding to the fun with a bunch of Prize Giveaways!!!

If you are interested and able to donate to the Prize Pool, fill out this form (see below) or contact @unraveling.bsky.social or @rapunzl347.bsky.social .

Thank you! 🎶💃🕺

#WoTSkies #WheelOfTime #WoT

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Megmoz @megmoz.bsky.social · Aug 6

@joz21.bsky.social and I are totally NOT crying while finishing up our @wotidol.bsky.social parody… We refuse to believe that this the end of seeing all of these amazing cast and crew finish #TheWheelOfTime! @SPTV @PrimeVideo @AppleTV @netflix @paramountplus please #SaveWoT

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wotidol.bsky.social @wotidol.bsky.social · Aug 7

Current total count is 68! 😅

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wotidol.bsky.social @wotidol.bsky.social · Aug 6

We will announce that tonight during the Dusty Wheel live stream:

www.youtube.com/live/L8r_17r...

(Live) Wheel of Time Idol: Season 5 Final Countdown with Nikhil Koparkar!

YouTube video by The Dusty Wheel

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wotidol.bsky.social @wotidol.bsky.social · Aug 6

It's like Christmas. Woke up to more AMAZING #WoTIdol2025 entries this morning. What will be the final count?

Join us TONIGHT for the countdown/hype stream on @thedustywheel.bsky.social! @nikhilkoparkar.bsky.social will be there!

Link: www.youtube.com/live/L8r_17r...

#WoTSkies #TheWheelOfTime

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Kevin @kangus.bsky.social · Aug 6

Almost time to consider submitting my entry…

How gracious of the innkeepers to provide a timer for me to go by 😈
#WotIdol2025 #WotSkies

wotidol.bsky.social @wotidol.bsky.social · Aug 5

Join us for the LIVE WOT IDOL COUNTDOWN HYPE STREAM on @thedustywheel.bsky.social tomorrow at 9PM ET with some fun surprises and special guest @nikhilkoparkar.bsky.social (writer of Hills of Tanchico)!

LINK: www.youtube.com/live/L8r_17r...

(Live) Wheel of Time Idol: Season 5 Final Countdown with Nikhil Koparkar!

YouTube video by The Dusty Wheel

www.youtube.com

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wotidol.bsky.social @wotidol.bsky.social · Aug 6

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wotidol.bsky.social @wotidol.bsky.social · Aug 5

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The Dusty Wheel Inn of The Wheel of Time @thedustywheel.bsky.social · Aug 5

You should join us #wotskies for the countdown! Can't wait to chat with Nikhil while anticipating the premiere of #WoTIdol Season 5!

wotidol.bsky.social @wotidol.bsky.social · Aug 5

Join us for the LIVE WOT IDOL COUNTDOWN HYPE STREAM on @thedustywheel.bsky.social tomorrow at 9PM ET with some fun surprises and special guest @nikhilkoparkar.bsky.social (writer of Hills of Tanchico)!

LINK: www.youtube.com/live/L8r_17r...

(Live) Wheel of Time Idol: Season 5 Final Countdown with Nikhil Koparkar!

YouTube video by The Dusty Wheel

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Melindraghkar @aielmelindhra.bsky.social · Aug 5

I have had the great joy of hyping & sometimes helping with lyrics and video for some truly mind boggling parodies this year. Y'all - you are not ready for the absolute bangers we're about to get.

Can't wait for tomorrow's stream AND AUGUST 12!!

wotidol.bsky.social @wotidol.bsky.social · Aug 5

IMPORTANT #WoTIdol2025 INFO!

1. We now have 45 entries (& counting)! 🥳
2. There will be a HYPE/COUNTDOWN stream on @thedustywheel.bsky.social TOMORROW with special guest @nikhilkoparkar.bsky.social! (link below)
3. There will be THREE live shows, Aug 12, 13, & Aug 16!
4. Season 5 is our best yet!

Retro 80s graphic with a blue neon grid 3D floor, a yellow to orange sun, dark mountain sillhouettes, and palm trees. The retro text in bright neon pink and blue says "THANK YOU! 45 ENTRIES! WOT IDOL 2025"

Retro 80s graphic with a blue neon grid 3D floor, a yellow to orange sun, dark mountain sillhouettes, and palm trees darkened in the background. The retro text in bright neon pink and blue says "WOT IDOL 2025 SO FAR: 45 ENTRIES! New Deadline: AUG 6. LIVE SHOWS: Aug 12, 13, 16"

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wotidol.bsky.social @wotidol.bsky.social · Aug 5

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Ashley Sedai (she/her) @ashley-sedai.bsky.social · Aug 5

Super excited for new parodies to add to my #wotidol playlist next week! My entry is submitted, is yours?!? There's still time!

wotidol.bsky.social @wotidol.bsky.social · Aug 5

IMPORTANT #WoTIdol2025 INFO!

1. We now have 45 entries (& counting)! 🥳
2. There will be a HYPE/COUNTDOWN stream on @thedustywheel.bsky.social TOMORROW with special guest @nikhilkoparkar.bsky.social! (link below)
3. There will be THREE live shows, Aug 12, 13, & Aug 16!
4. Season 5 is our best yet!

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Nikhil Koparkar @nikhilkoparkar.bsky.social · Aug 5

Honored to join in on the fun tomorrow on @thedustywheel.bsky.social ! Hope to see you all there! 😊🙏🏽

wotidol.bsky.social @wotidol.bsky.social · Aug 5

Join us for the LIVE WOT IDOL COUNTDOWN HYPE STREAM on @thedustywheel.bsky.social tomorrow at 9PM ET with some fun surprises and special guest @nikhilkoparkar.bsky.social (writer of Hills of Tanchico)!

LINK: www.youtube.com/live/L8r_17r...

(Live) Wheel of Time Idol: Season 5 Final Countdown with Nikhil Koparkar!

YouTube video by The Dusty Wheel

www.youtube.com

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wotidol.bsky.social @wotidol.bsky.social · Aug 5

Join us for the LIVE WOT IDOL COUNTDOWN HYPE STREAM on @thedustywheel.bsky.social tomorrow at 9PM ET with some fun surprises and special guest @nikhilkoparkar.bsky.social (writer of Hills of Tanchico)!

LINK: www.youtube.com/live/L8r_17r...

(Live) Wheel of Time Idol: Season 5 Final Countdown with Nikhil Koparkar!

YouTube video by The Dusty Wheel

www.youtube.com

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wotidol.bsky.social @wotidol.bsky.social · Aug 5

IMPORTANT #WoTIdol2025 INFO!

1. We now have 45 entries (& counting)! 🥳
2. There will be a HYPE/COUNTDOWN stream on @thedustywheel.bsky.social TOMORROW with special guest @nikhilkoparkar.bsky.social! (link below)
3. There will be THREE live shows, Aug 12, 13, & Aug 16!
4. Season 5 is our best yet!

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