THE CONTEST:

Create a pixel art scene depicting a menacing alien and/or robot. Think retro science fiction movies such as:

* Invasion of the Saucer-Men
* Forbidden Planet
* The Day the Earth Stood Still (2)
* Earth vs. the Flying Saucers
* Day of the Triffids
* This Island Earth


THE RULES:

* Size: 250x140 (horizontal x vertical)
* Animation allowed
* Transparency allowed
* 32 colours maximum
* Entry must be of a horror/scifi theme as mentioned already.
* Absolutely no rips, photo traces, edits, etc.
* Multiple submissions are allowed.
* Judges will be anonymous but not able to win in the competition.
* The contest is open until October 29th at 12am PST


THE PRIZES:

* Yes... there will be prizes for first, second, and third place winners.
* Prizes to be announced later in the competition.
* No refunds or exchanges without proof of purchase

Consult the Official Pixelween 3 thread in the Pixel Joint forums for any questions you might have or to post your work in progress. Check out last year's Pixelween if you need some inspiration (or just want to see some wicked pixel art):

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Have fun and good luck!