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'''BlapBash'''  is an annual variety stream charity event hosted by several TF2 YouTubers, to raise money for several charities, including [[w:Child's Play (charity)|Child's Play]] and [[w:SpecialEffect|SpecialEffect]]. It is hosted over a weekend in the summer, with two twelve-hour streams, featuring segments such as [[Mann vs. Machine]] games, [[Jump maps|jump courses]], pub matches, [[MGE Mod|MGE duels]], showmatches, [[custom maps]], [[Source Filmmaker|SFM animations]], and [[Mann Co. Supply Crate|crate unboxings]]. Each event has also featured in-game medals, obtainable by donating certain amounts to the charity drive.
 
'''BlapBash'''  is an annual variety stream charity event hosted by several TF2 YouTubers, to raise money for several charities, including [[w:Child's Play (charity)|Child's Play]] and [[w:SpecialEffect|SpecialEffect]]. It is hosted over a weekend in the summer, with two twelve-hour streams, featuring segments such as [[Mann vs. Machine]] games, [[Jump maps|jump courses]], pub matches, [[MGE Mod|MGE duels]], showmatches, [[custom maps]], [[Source Filmmaker|SFM animations]], and [[Mann Co. Supply Crate|crate unboxings]]. Each event has also featured in-game medals, obtainable by donating certain amounts to the charity drive.
  
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The name "Blapature" is a portmanteau of ''Black Mesa'' from ''[[Half-Life]]'' and ''Aperture Science'' from ''[[Portal]]''.
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The name "Blapature" is a portmanteau of ''Black Mesa'' from ''[[w:Half-Life (series)|Half-Life]]'' and ''Aperture Science'' from ''[[w:Portal (series)|Portal]]''.
  
 
As of 2022, the annual events have collectively raised over $265,000 USD.<ref>[https://twitter.com/BlapatureCo/status/1159524676948770816 Tweet from Blapature Co., August 8, 2019]</ref><ref>https://twitter.com/BlapatureCo/status/1438090691847012354</ref><ref>https://twitter.com/BlapatureCo/status/1560340758871154688</ref>
 
As of 2022, the annual events have collectively raised over $265,000 USD.<ref>[https://twitter.com/BlapatureCo/status/1159524676948770816 Tweet from Blapature Co., August 8, 2019]</ref><ref>https://twitter.com/BlapatureCo/status/1438090691847012354</ref><ref>https://twitter.com/BlapatureCo/status/1560340758871154688</ref>
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== Medals ==
 
== Medals ==
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File:Blap Bash Benefactor Concept.png|Concept art for the Benefactor medal.
 
File:Blap Bash Benefactor Concept.png|Concept art for the Benefactor medal.
 
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== Trivia == The logo used in the Blapature Co Medals is a direct nod to the Aperture Science Logo from [[Portal]] .
 
  
 
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* [http://www.teamfortress.com/post.php?id=52679 TF2 Official Blog - BlapBash 2019]
 
* [http://www.teamfortress.com/post.php?id=52679 TF2 Official Blog - BlapBash 2019]
  
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Latest revision as of 19:45, 7 September 2024

Blapature Co. Logo

BlapBash is an annual variety stream charity event hosted by several TF2 YouTubers, to raise money for several charities, including Child's Play and SpecialEffect. It is hosted over a weekend in the summer, with two twelve-hour streams, featuring segments such as Mann vs. Machine games, jump courses, pub matches, MGE duels, showmatches, custom maps, SFM animations, and crate unboxings. Each event has also featured in-game medals, obtainable by donating certain amounts to the charity drive.

The name "Blapature" is a portmanteau of Black Mesa from Half-Life and Aperture Science from Portal.

As of 2022, the annual events have collectively raised over $265,000 USD.[1][2][3]

Medals

2017

This medal was awarded to players who donated at least $5 to the 2017 Blapature Co. charity drive.

It was contributed to the Steam Workshop by xB33 , Frick, Marry, Unalive , RT , OverPovered, surny, spikeymikey, Teemo, That One Motherfucker , Rapid, PyroJoe, doomsday.exe, Peterscraps, SoundSmith, runyx, sharkobarko, Lord Farquaad, ClassyJavelin, VolKan, SkaiHigh, Tobiased, Neon , woolen, and MONDENSCHEIN.

Backpack Blapature Co. Contributor.png

Genuine Blapature Co. Contributor
Level 1 Community Medal
The best kind of jam is made from avocados. Thank you for supporting the Blapature Co. Summer Jam 2017!

( Not Tradable or Marketable )

2018

These medals were awarded to players who donated at least 5, 15, and 25 USD, respectively, during the 2018 Blapature Co. Charity Bash, through item or monetary donations.

They were contributed to the Steam Workshop by dynamo x abrams slowburn fanfic , how to dress like a chill guy , Chloemew , doomsday.exe , Teemo , Peterscraps , Tobiased , RT , sharkobarko , runyx , woolen , surny , Frick, Marry, Unalive , PyroJoe , spikeymikey , ClassyJavelin , SkaiHigh , VolKan , Neon , Rapid , Lord Farquaad , and SoundSmith .

Backpack BlapBash Backer 2021.png

Genuine Blapature Co. Backer
Level 1 Community Medal
The most important thing when making jam is to replace literally everything with avocados. Thank you for supporting the Blapature Co. Charity Bash 2018!

( Not Tradable or Marketable )

Backpack BlapBash Supporter 2021.png

Genuine Blapature Co. Supporter
Level 1 Community Medal
An avocado a day keeps the doctor away: you just have to hit them between the eyes. Thank you for supporting the Blapature Co. Charity Bash 2018!

( Not Tradable or Marketable )

Backpack BlapBash Benefactor 2021.png

Genuine Blapature Co. Benefactor
Level 1 Community Medal
Distinguish yourself from Millennials by proudly proclaiming you eat avocado toast. Thank you for supporting the Blapature Co. Charity Bash 2018!

( Not Tradable or Marketable )

2019

These medals were awarded to players who donated at least 5, 15, and 25 USD, respectively, during the 2019 BlapBash, through item or monetary donations.

Backpack BlapBash Backer 2021.png

Genuine BlapBash Backer 2019
Level 1 Community Medal
The most important thing when making jam is to crush the avocados and not the housing market. Thank you for supporting BlapBash 2019!

( Not Tradable or Marketable )

Backpack BlapBash Supporter 2021.png

Genuine BlapBash Supporter 2019
Level 1 Community Medal
An avocado a day keeps the doctor away: You just can't afford both. Thank you for supporting BlapBash 2019!

( Not Tradable or Marketable )

Backpack BlapBash Benefactor 2021.png

Genuine BlapBash Benefactor 2019
Level 1 Community Medal
If avocado toast will result in unaffordable housing, then at least you'll have a splendid breakfast. Thank you for supporting BlapBash 2019!

( Not Tradable or Marketable )

2021

These medals were awarded to players who donated at least 5, 15, and 25 USD, respectively, during the 2021 BlapBash, through item or monetary donations.

Backpack BlapBash Backer 2021.png

Genuine BlapBash Backer 2021
Level 1 Community Medal
The most important part of making jam isn't the way you make it, but to remember the totally inexpensive on-brand avocados. Thank you for supporting BlapBash 2021!

( Not Tradable or Marketable )

Backpack BlapBash Supporter 2021.png

Genuine BlapBash Supporter 2021
Level 1 Community Medal
An avocado a day keeps you healthy and curious as to where Blap-Chan went. Thank you for supporting BlapBash 2021!

( Not Tradable or Marketable )

Backpack BlapBash Benefactor 2021.png

Genuine BlapBash Benefactor 2021
Level 1 Community Medal
Not only did you bring fresh avocado toast to the table, you also brought happiness to those who want to join in on the fun. Thank you for supporting BlapBash 2021!

( Not Tradable or Marketable )

2022

These medals are awarded to players who donate at least 10, 20, 30, and 50 USD, respectively, during the 2022 BlapBash, through item or monetary donations.

Backpack BlapBash Backer 2021.png

Genuine BlapBash Backer 2022
Level 1 Community Medal
The most important thing when making jam is ignoring the defeated stares from your loved ones as you serve it for the seventh week in a row. Thank you for supporting BlapBash 2022!

( Not Tradable or Marketable )

Backpack BlapBash Supporter 2021.png

Genuine BlapBash Supporter 2022
Level 1 Community Medal
An avocado a day ain't much, but it's honest fruit. Thank you for supporting BlapBash 2022!

( Not Tradable or Marketable )

Backpack BlapBash Benefactor 2021.png

Genuine BlapBash Benefactor 2022
Level 1 Community Medal
When your brand surrounds avocados, be prepared to love Avocado toast for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and to cherish, until parted by financial death. Thank you for supporting BlapBash 2022!

( Not Tradable or Marketable )

Backpack Blapature Co. Contributor.png

Genuine BlapBash Advocator 2022
Level 1 Community Medal
The best kind of jam is made from aged avocados. Thank you for supporting BlapBash 2022!

( Not Tradable or Marketable )

Update history

August 2, 2017 Patch
  • Added the Blapature Co. Contributor 2017 community event medal.

June 26, 2018 Patch

  • Added community medals for Blapature.

July 18, 2018 Patch

  • [Undocumented] Updated the descriptions of the Blapature Co. charity medals.

July 25, 2019 Patch (Summer 2019 Pack)

  • [Undocumented] Added BlapBash 2019 community medals.

September 16, 2021 Patch

  • [Undocumented] Added BlapBash 2021 community medals.

July 8, 2022 Patch

  • Added BlapBash 2022 community medals.

July 29, 2022 Patch

  • Updated the description for the BlapBash Backer 2022.

Gallery

  • Promotional artwork for BlapBash 2018 featured on the TF2 Official Website.

  • Promotional artwork for BlapBash 2019 featured on the TF2 Official Website.

  • Logo for the 2019 BlapBash.

  • Logo for the 2021 BlapBash.

  • Logo for the 2022 BlapBash.

  • Concept art for the Blapature Co. Contributor medal.

  • Concept art for the Benefactor medal.

References

  1. ↑ Tweet from Blapature Co., August 8, 2019
  2. ↑ https://twitter.com/BlapatureCo/status/1438090691847012354
  3. ↑ https://twitter.com/BlapatureCo/status/1560340758871154688

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